Author: Opeyemi Rasheed

The House of Representatives, on Wednesday, passed for second reading a bill seeking the alteration of Ibadan Central local government area to reflect the proper name, ‘Ibadan North-East Local Government Area’. This followed presentation of the lead debate at the plenary by the sponsor, who is the representing Ibadan North East/South East Federal constituency, Rep. Abass Adigun, popularly known as Agboworin. Leading the debate during the plenary, which was presided over by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, Rep. Agboworin explained that the Bill proposes to amend the Part 1 of the First Schedule to the 1999 Constitution in…

The Oyo State House of Assembly has commenced deliberations on a bill proposing to increase the salaries of political office holders in the state. The bill has successfully scaled its first and second readings during Tuesday’s plenary session. The bill, titled “A Bill for a Law to further amend the Remuneration Package of Political Office Holders in Oyo State Law 2001″ was introduced to the House by the Majority Leader of the Assembly Hon. Sanjo Adedoyin (Ogomoso South). The Bill aims to review the existing salary structure for elected and appointed officials, citing inflation, economic realities, and the need to…

From Saki East Local Government. In the realm of Oyo State politics, one individual stands out for his exceptional leadership, unwavering integrity, and unrelenting passion for progress. Hon (Barr) Adeniyi Farinto, the former Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, has earned the esteemed title of the ORACLE OF MODERN OYO STATE. With his impressive educational background and impeccable character, he has distinguished himself as a visionary leader, guiding the state toward unprecedented growth and development. A Leader with Needed Education Hon Farinto’s academic credentials are a testament to his commitment to excellence. As a barrister, he possesses a deep understanding…

Dr Julius Maada Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, is a man of no mean achievements. An experienced and exposed man, he rose to his country’s political pinnacle at the young age of 32 years, when he became the military head of state, following a coup d’état. But he was in the saddle for only 74 days, from 16th January 1996 to 29th March 1996, after which he voluntarily relinquished power and handed over to a democratically elected government. On retirement from the Sierra Leonean Army as a Brigadier in 1996, he relocated to the United States of…

Having been a resident of Lagos state for years and visiting Ibadan to check on my parents occasionally, I never stopped connecting to Oyo state, my state of origin, and Ibadan in particular. It has become a routine for me to read news on Oyo state, either, I come across it on the internet or while glancing through the national dailies every afternoon in my office. In the last five years or more, the government of His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde has changed my notion into believing Oyo state, especially Ibadan, has hope of developing into a mega city, away…

The Oyo State Ministry of Health, in partnership with First Health Dynamic Synergy International Limited (FHDSIL), has launched a 25-day intensive training program aimed at equipping individuals with the skills necessary to provide quality care for the elderly. The program commenced on March 24, 2025, at the Simeon Adebo Staff Development Centre, State Secretariat, Ibadan. Declaring the training open, the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Ajetunmobi Oluwaserimi called on participants at the training program to carry out their duties with passion, commitment, and a sense of responsibility. She emphasized that caregiving is a vital service that requires dedication, patience, and…

The Agbaakin of Olorunda-Abaa, Chief Benedict Akika, has commended the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, for the successful construction and expansion of the Akobo-Ojurin to Olorunda-Abaa Road. The road project, which was carried out through the Oyo State Ministry of Public Roads and Transport of Prof D. K. Sangodoyin Chief Akika, who is also the Mayegun of Akoboland, expressed his appreciation for the governor’s commitment to infrastructural development in the state. He lauded the administration the Executive Chairman of Lagelu Local Government, Sen Qamardeen Mudashiru for his effort in assuring quality project that improve the lives of…

The Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, hosted a remarkable Iftar gathering, bringing together political leaders, government officials, religious leaders, traditional rulers, and various stakeholders in the local government. The well-attended event featured the presence of political leaders, traditional rulers, members of the Oyo State House of Assembly, commissioners, chairmen of agencies, special assistants to the governor, local government chairmen, vice chairmen, religious leaders, market men and women, local government staff, councilors, supervisory councilors, special assistants, and PDP members. Notably, members of the opposition were also present, showcasing the chairman’s inclusive leadership and commitment to fostering…

…Urges Residents to Take Precaution In response to the recent outbreak of diphtheria in some parts of the country, the Oyo State Government has strengthened efforts to curb the spread of the disease and protect residents. The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi stated this in Ibadan, at the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC), According to her, Diphtheria is a highly contagious bacterial infection that spreads through respiratory droplets from coughing or sneezing and direct contact with infected wounds. It primarily affects the throat and upper airways, forming a thick greyish membrane that can obstruct breathing. She added that symptoms include…

The Oyo state government has partnered with the National Identity Management Commission, (NIMC), and the National Social Safety-Net Coordinating Office, (NASSCO), to enhance the accuracy of the national social register. The Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Prof. Musbau Babatunde stated this in Oyo town at a three-day step-down training for field personnel. According to him, the initiative that commenced on Thursday aims to improve social intervention programmes in Oyo State. He explained that the field personnel will conduct an update on the social register, as the government plans to leverage the National Identification Number for efficient delivery of intervention…