Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said that his administration will continue to ensure that due process and laid down rules are followed in governing the state. The governor added that his administration would maintain a record of not interfering in traditional institutions and also remain impartial in the process of selecting traditional rulers. Governor Makinde stated this on Saturday, at the coronation of Oba Abdulakeem Abimbola Owoade I as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo, held at Olivet Baptist High School, Oyo. He described the ascension of Oba Abimbola as a testament to his administration’s credibility as a stickler to…
All is now set for a historic, epoch making occasion of Yoruba Culture and traditions, as Sons and daughters of Òyó troop out in numbers to witness the coronation of the 46th Alaafin of Oyo land, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade I, today. A historic occasion like the coronation ceremony of the Alaafin of Oyo comes once or twice in a lifetime and makes an indelible memory that lasts forever. As Oyo deputy Governor, Barrister Bayo Lawal, deputy Governor of Osun State, Oluwo of Iwo land, Aseyin of Iseyin, Olowo, all traditional rulers in Oke-Ogun, Oba Yoruba Brazil and others arrive…
The lawmaker representing Ibadan North East/South East federal constituency of Oyo State, Rep. Abass Adigun Agboworin, on Friday, congratulated Barrister Ajeniyi Ajewole on his re-election as the President-General of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII). A statement by his Media Group, which was made available to journalists in Ibadan, indicated that the leadership of Barr Ajewole had led an all-inclusive administration and gave priority to the views, opinions and interests of all Ibadan indigenes, which earned him the re-election. The lawmaker, who is also the Chairman of House Committee on Narcotic Drugs, commended the affiliate clubs of the organisation…
The Chairman of Oyo State Agency for Youth Development, Hon. Adebowale Adebayo Falana, has extended a warm birthday celebration to his friend, Educator Hon. Dauda Temitope Wahab, the Proprietor of Noble Academy, Oyo, on the occasion of his birthday today. In a statement released by the head of the media unit to the Chairman Opeyemi Rasheed Olawale, Prince Adebowale described the celebrant as his brother from the corridor of Oyo Alaafin as his birthday clashes with the official coronation of the new Alaafin of Oyo, Iku Baba Yeye Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade I. ” You’re a dependable friend who contributed…
Barr Akeem Agbaje, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, has extended warm felicitations to Chief Soji Eniade on the occasion of his birthday. In a statement, Agbaje described Chief Eniade as an industrious bureaucrat and a committed party leader whose contributions to governance and public service in Oyo State have been remarkable. “Chief Soji Eniade has distinguished himself through years of dedicated service, demonstrating excellence, integrity, and leadership both as a bureaucrat and a political figure. His impact in Oyo State remains commendable.” “On this special day, I celebrate a man of vision and dedication.…
Barr Akeem Agbaje, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, has expressed his condolences on the passing of Chief Yekini Adeojo, a prominent politician and elder statesman in Oyo State. In a statement, Agbaje described Chief Adeojo’s death as a significant loss to the state and the nation, acknowledging his contributions to politics and community development. “Chief Yekini Adeojo was a distinguished leader whose dedication to the progress of Oyo State and Nigeria was evident throughout his life. His passing is a great loss to the State and the country.” He extended his sympathies to the…
Barr Akeem Agbaje, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, has extended his congratulations to Chief Barr Ajeniyi Ajewole on his re-election as the President General of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) for a second term. In a statement, Agbaje commended Chief Ajewole for his leadership and dedication to the progress of Ibadanland, emphasizing that his re-election reflects the confidence and trust reposed in him by the Ibadan community. “Chief Barr Ajeniyi Ajewole’s re-election as the President General of CCII is a testament to his commitment to the unity and advancement of Ibadanland. His…
The executive chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Asiwaju Akeem Olatunji, has expressed his condolences to the Chairman of Ido Local Government, Hon. Sheriff Adeojo, over the passing of his father, Alhaji Chief Yekeen Adeojo. Olatunji described Chief Adeojo’s death as one too many as it has left a huge vacuum in the People’s Democratic Party, PDP family in the state. A condolence message by Olatunji on Friday evening, described the late Adeojo as a revered founding member of the PDP, an exemplary leader and an elders statesman whose life was marked by selfless service, integrity, and devotion to the growth…
The former Executive Chairman of Oyo East local government, and CEO of AROSAD Properties and Consultancy Services, Hon. Prince Arowosaye Saheed Adeyemi, has condoled with the executive Chairman of Ido local, Hon. Sheriff Adeojo, and the entire family over the passing of the party Chieftain, Chief Yekinni Adeojo. In a statement released and made available to Heritage Echo Correspondence, Prince Arowosaye described the chieftain’s demise as a colossal loss to PDP in Pacesetter State. A former Deputy National Chairman (South) and the first Governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP in Oyo State at the return of democracy in…