Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
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…
The Chairman and CEO of Ilaji Hotels and Sports Resort, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, has expressed his heartfelt condolences to Chief (Mrs.) Florence Ajimobi, wife of the late former Governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, and the entire Ajimobi family over the passing of their beloved daughter, Bisola Kola-Daisi. Bisola, a distinguished entrepreneur and philanthropist, reportedly passed away in the United Kingdom on Thursday, March 27, 2025, after a brief illness. Her demise has left family, friends, and well-wishers in deep mourning. In a condolence message, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi described Bisola Kola-Daisi as a remarkable woman who made…
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has handed over the Southwest Zonal Office Facility to the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) to enhance support for persons with disabilities in Southwest zone. During the handing over ceremony on Thursday, the Director-General of Oyo State Agency for People With Disabilities, Barr. Ayodele Adekanbi, said the gesture is in demonstration of Governor Seyi Makinde’s commitment to promoting disability inclusion and providing equal opportunities for all. He added that the Moniya Rehabilitation Centre facility will serve as the zonal office headquarters, reducing the need for individuals to travel to Abuja for attention. The…
Oyo State governor, ’Seyi Makinde, on Wednesday, cleared the air on the plan to apply Sharia Law in some states of the South-West, including Oyo, noting that his administration will not oppose anything that is in line with the Constitution. The clarification came against the backdrop of a media report that the Oyo State Government would go to court to challenge the plan. Governor Makinde declared that members of the public can approach the Sharia Panel if they feel like doing so. The governor, who stated that the panel could be an alternative dispute resolution mechanism, noted that the court…