Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
In a heartfelt demonstration of his ongoing commitment to the well-being of party members and the community, Otunba Oluseye Opatoki, a respected chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, has once again shown his generosity by providing food items to party faithfuls as they observe the sacred fasting periods of Ramadan and Lent. As both the Muslim and Christian communities come together in spiritual reflection and self-discipline during this holy season, Opatoki recognized the importance of supporting those who may face hardships in fulfilling their religious duties. The food items were delivered to the PDP party office,…
The Oyo State Government is set to explore opportunities in greenhouse technology to boost tomato production in the state, the Director-General of the Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency (OYSADA) and Executive Adviser on Agribusiness to Governor ‘Seyi Makinde, Dr Debo Akande, has said. Dr Akande stated this on Friday, during a visit to the governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, by a Dutch delegation led by the Consular-General of the Kingdom of The Netherlands, Nigeria, Mr Michel Deelen. Akande said that the governor had already given a marching order on the effort, which would see about 50 greenhouses producing tomatoes…
The Chairman of Oyo State Agency for Youth Development, Hon. Adebowale Adebayo Falana, has praised the lawmaker representing the good people of Ibadan North East/South East Federal Constituency, Hon. Abass Adigun Adekunle Agboworin for his tireless efforts in advocacy and combating drug abuse, particularly among young people. Adebowale gave the commendation while addressing newsmen during the advocacy and sensitization to relevant Stakeholders tagged “Support the War against Drug Abuse for a better Society” organized by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), in collaboration with the office of the Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Narcotic Drugs, in Oyo State…
Engineer Faozy Oladotun Nurudeen has extended his heartfelt condolences to the Ajimobi and Kola-Daisi families following the tragic passing of Abisola Kola-Daisi (née Ajimobi), the first daughter of the late Senator Abiola Ajimobi, former Governor of Oyo State. In his tribute, Faozy described Abisola—fondly known as Abi-KD—as an exceptional woman whose impact spanned multiple sectors, from entrepreneurship and fashion to public service and philanthropy. He emphasized that her contributions were invaluable to both the business landscape and society at large. Praying for the repose of her soul, he also sought divine comfort for her grieving family. Abisola Kola-Daisi was a…
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has made two new appointments. The governor appointed Dr Aderemi Ayodele as a member of the Oyo State Advisory Council, while he also appointed CP Ayodele Sonubi (Rtd) as Executive Adviser (Rule of Law Enforcement). Dr Ayodele’s appointment takes immediate effect while CP Sonubi’s appointment takes effect from April 1, 2025. The appointments were announced in a letter signed by the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Otunba Segun Ogunwuyi. Dr Ayodele is a former chairman of the Oyo State Local Government Service Commission. He had previously served as the Chairman of Ibadan North-West Local…
The Chairman, Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin who also doubles as the Co-Chairman National Legislative Network on Nutrition and Food Security has emphasized the importance of prioritizing women’s and adolescent girls’ nutrition in national development. The Chairman, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, emphasized the importance of adequate nutrition for women and adolescent girls for national development while speaking as a panelist at the ongoing Nutrition for Growth Summit (N4G) in Paris, France, where he is part of the Nigeria delegation. Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin noted that malnutrition remains a critical challenge in Nigeria, disproportionately affecting…
Former Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters and Ibadan North Federal Constituency hopeful, Hon. Kazim Adeyinka Adeniyi Bibire, played host to the Ibadan North Local Government League of Imams and Alfas for a special Iftar at his private residence in Bodija. The religious leaders, led by their chairman, Alhaji Mustapha Bello, joined Hon. Bibire in breaking their fast, observing the Maghrib Solat, and enjoying a well-prepared meal in the spirit of Ramadan. This Iftar was not the first act of generosity by Hon. Bibire towards the Islamic clerics. Since the beginning of Ramadan, he…
The executive chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Asiwaju Akeem Olatunji, who also serves as the Babasale Musulumi of Oluyole, played host to members of the Nasrul-Lahi-il-Fatih Society of Nigeria (NASFAT), the League of Imams, and other distinguished Islamic leaders for a special Iftar gathering. The well-attended event took place on Wednesday, March 26 at his private residence in Sanyo, Oluyole LG. The gathering drew prominent clerics, community leaders, and faithful who came together to break their fast in the spirit of unity and brotherhood. In his brief address, Olatunji reaffirmed his commitment to religious harmony and community development in the…
Oyo State Deputy Governor, Barr. Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal, has commended the lawmaker representing Ibadan North East/South East, Rep. Abass Adigun Agboworin for his efforts in combating drug abuse in Nigeria. He gave the commendation on Thursday during an advocacy program organized by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the House of Representatives Committee on Narcotic Drugs at the Civic Centre, Idi-Ape, Ibadan. The Deputy Governor acknowledged Agboworin’s tireless efforts, describing his advocacy as timely and a “Yeoman’s job.” While maintaining that the growing menace of drug abuse in Nigeria required a collective efforts, Barr. Lawal added that …..…
The lawmaker representing Ibadan North East/South East Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rep. Abass Adigun Agboworin, has commiserated with the family of the late former Governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi and Mrs Florence Ajimobi over the demise of their daughter, Abisola Ajimobi. Agboworin, in his condolence statement made available by his Media Group and made available to journalists in Ibadan, described the late Abisola as a vibrant and promising young lady who had a bright future ahead of her. He noted that her untimely death was not only a loss to the Ajimobi family but also…