Ridwan Kolawole

Education: Ridwan Kolawole holds PhD in Journalism/Media Studies from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria.

Experience: Ridwan has worked with several media organisations including Research Frontier (2019-2021) and OSBC (2010-2018).

Awards: A serial winner of the Next Generation Social Science in Africa programme Fellowship of the Social Science Research Council (SSRC, New York—2019, 2020 and 2022).

Oyo state's regional correspondent Ridwan Kolawole has over a decade of journalism practice, covering politics, crimes/conflict, education, and social issues. For passion and knowledge mobilisation, Ridwan practices journalism and teaches it at the University of Ibadan.

71 articles published since 24 Mar 2025

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“We slept outside”: Corps members share strange experiences at Oyo orientation camp

Nigeria

10 months ago

"We were deceived": Man petitions EFCC, CBN over alleged COVID-19 loan reportedly disguised as grant

Nigeria

10 months ago

Death threat in Oyo: IBEDC officials flee, leave Ibadan communities in darkness

Nigeria

10 months ago

Jedidah Temitope: Meet University of Ibadan's literary prodigy, "let's discover passion"

Education

10 months ago

After Obaro Ikime, University of Ibadan’s first faculty elects another historian as Dean

Education

11 months ago

WAEC exam leaked to students days before scheduled date, experts weigh in

Education

11 months ago

MSSN UI honours 400 first-class students at grand award ceremony

Education

11 months ago

The MSSN UI honours 400 first-class students, awards cash prizes, with Olowu of Owu advocating mentorship & financial support for academic success.

“Phenomenal Job": Gbajabiamila’s praise for Adeleke sparks war of words between APC and PDP in Osun

Politics

11 months ago

Chief of Staff Gbajabiamila’s praise for Osun Governor Adeleke ignites controversy as APC rejects the commendation, as political analysts call focus on governance.

'Double Wahala': Oyo residents groan as infrastructure deficit persists in Ibadan communities

Nigeria

11 months ago

Ajibode, Laniba, and Lakoto residents lament terrible roads and power outages, urge Oyo State Government to address worsening infrastructure crisis.

Oyo: Bodija residents president speaks as govt approves ₦4.5 Billion for explosion victims

Nigeria

11 months ago

Oyo approves ₦4.5bn relief for Bodija explosion victims after months of delay; residents cautiously welcome move, demand justice and transparency.

Osun LG: APC, PDP bicker on status quo as PDP sends notable message to presidency

Nigeria

11 months ago

Osun APC, PDP clash over LG chairmen’s status after Appeal Court ruling; parties disagree on reinstatement as political tension escalates in the state.

Just In: Multiple fire incidents destroy properties worth millions in Oyo

Nigeria

a year ago

Multiple fire incidents in Oyo state, including in Ibadan and Ogbomoso, have caused millions in property damage, with quick response from fire services.

Blame governors, not Tinubu — APC leader tells Nigerians amid economic woes

Nigeria

a year ago

Senator Basiru defends Tinubu’s economic policies, says critics lack insight; urges focus on governors now receiving increased allocations for development.

Oyo judicial staff salary reduction: NBA kicks, sends key message to Gov Makinde

Nigeria

a year ago

The NBA Ibadan branch slams Oyo govt over salary cuts to magistrates, urges Governor Makinde to reverse deductions amid rising federal allocations.

Oyo Governor Makinde shares how he became employer of labour in his 20s

Nigeria

a year ago

Oyo Governor Makinde urges youth to embrace entrepreneurship, education, and productivity at 2025 Youth Summit, highlighting empowerment and innovation.

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