Minister Umahi Fires Back at Makinde, Defends Road Funding Transparency

Minister of Works David Umahi fiercely defended the transparency and technical accuracy of federal road project funding against criticism from Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, dismissing the Governor’s remarks as “ignorant” and challenging him to a public debate on engineering specifics. Umahi clarified that per-kilometre road costs vary significantly based on design, materials (like concrete versus asphalt), and project scope, and are only finalized upon project completion.

Senator Hosea Agboola Announces Resignation from PDP

Senator Hosea Ayoola Agboola, a prominent chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, has officially resigned from the party, citing future political pursuits. His decision, effective October 10, 2025, is expected to stir new political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.