Author: Opeyemi Rasheed

..Says infrastructure, security enablers for economy. Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that he will not be distracted by the clamour in some quarters for him to run for Presidency in 2027. The governor noted that he would not allow anyone to set an agenda for him, adding that as of now, he remained committed to delivering infrastructure, policies and programmes that will make lives more meaningful for the people, which is the mandate given to him by the Oyo State people. Makinde stated this on Tuesday, while appearing on Channels TV’s Politics Today. He maintained that though…

…Visits Adeojo’s family Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has disclosed that officials of the state government and the immediate family of the late Dr Victor Omololu Olunloyo would work out modalities to give the elder statesman a befitting state burial. The governor stated this on Tuesday, when he paid a condolence visit to the family of the late former governor of the state at his Molete residence. He said that the state government had nominated three officials to liaise with the family on the date and other parts of the planning, as Olunloyo would be given a state burial. He…

The lawmaker representing Akinyele 1 State Contituency in Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Olalekan Abiola has appealed to the State Government to enforce a ban on the use of personal mobile phones by students in all public and private secondary schools across Oyo State during school hours. Hon. Abiola made the appeal today while moving a motion titled “Need to ban the use of Mobile phones in Secondary Schools in the State to improve Student Discipline and better academic performance” during the plenary presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin He revealed that while mobile phones serve…

The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to combating HIV/AIDS and sustaining progress despite funding difficulties. Speaking at the opening session of a three-day workshop on the 2025–2027 HIV/AIDS State Strategic Plan, held in Ibadan, the Chairman of Oyo State Agency for the Control of AIDS (OYSACA), Dr. Gbola Adetunji, emphasized the importance of ownership in HIV programming. “Our goal is to fully take responsibility for HIV care in the state without heavy reliance on external aid.” He noted. The workshop, organized in collaboration with the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA), was aimed at creating a…

The Member representing Oorelope Constituency in the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Jimoh Luqman, has moved a motion advocating for improved compensation and support for teachers in rural schools. The motion, presented during Tuesday’s plenary, emphasized the need to encourage teachers’ commitment and ensure quality education in underserved areas of the state. Hon. Luqman commended Governor Seyi Makinde for his dedication to education, as demonstrated by the recent recruitment of teachers through the Oyo State Post Primary Schools Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) and the Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB). He noted that while these efforts have addressed…

The Oyo State House of Assembly has approved the request of Governor Seyi Makinde to engage Tiaras White Consults Ltd as a new consultant for Project Gazelle, following the disengagement of the previously appointed firm, ODG Professional Services. The Governor’s request, conveyed in a letter dated April 15, 2025, was formally read at Tuesday’s plenary by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, after which it received the unanimous approval of the lawmakers. Governor Makinde, in his correspondence to the Assembly, explained that the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) had raised concerns over issues of transparency, equity, and accountability…

By Adedoja Afees Adekunle, Member GSM Advocates In the landscape of Nigerian governance, few names resonate as strongly as that of Governor Seyi Makinde. A leader whose commitment to inclusive development, transparency, and long-term impact has placed Oyo State on a trajectory of progress, Makinde’s strides in governance are not just visible to the eyes, they are deeply felt across every sector of the society. From the bustling urban centers to the quiet rural communities, the evidence of his administration’s performance is not hidden. It is embedded in the improved infrastructure, the revitalized educational system, the modernized healthcare sector, and…

Chieftain of the All Progressives’ Congress in Oyo State, Barrister Akeem Agbaje has felicitated His Excellency, the deputy governor of Oyo State, Chief Abdur-Raheem Adebayo Lawal on the occasion of his birthday. In the congratulatory message released by his media office, he described Chief Lawal as a seasoned lawyer and a public servant with an astute sense of duty. “I heartily felicitate with His Excellency, the deputy governor of Oyo State, Chief Abdur-Raheem Adebayo Lawal. I have known Chief Adebayo Lawal for decades and I can speak well of his support and kind heartedness. His favorable disposition to be of…

Residents and stakeholders in Ona Ara Local Government Area of Oyo State have renewed their appeal to Governor Seyi Makinde for the urgent rehabilitation of the second phase of the Olorunsogo-Dagbolu main road, which currently ends at Ariyo, leaving the stretch from Ariyo to the Oyo-Ogun State boundary in a worsening condition. The passionate call—voiced by motorists, pedestrians, and youth leaders—was accompanied by a strong note of appreciation to the Chairman of Ilaji Hotels and Sports Resort, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, for his sustained and selfless intervention on the Ariyo-Akanran road, which has significantly improved mobility and accessibility in the…

The GSM Advocates, a social political group who propagates the good work of Governor Seyi Makinde has extended warm felicitations to Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barrister Bayo Lawal, describing him as a symbol of unity due to his unwavering commitment to fostering peace and harmony among the state’s diverse population. In a press release made available by the Deputy Director of The GSM Advocates, Bashorun Saintabey, he noted that the Deputy Governor’s reputation as a unifying force in Oyo State, where he has worked tirelessly to bridge gaps and promote understanding among various groups. The GSM Advocates’ praise underscores…