Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
The Ido Legislative Arm of the Ido Local Government area of Oyo State, under the leadership of Hon. Adedeji Adebowale, has undergone a significant leadership reshuffle, with the dissolution of the Deputy Leader and Majority Leader positions. The resolution was made today at the plenary session of the lawmakers. According to the information gathered by our correspondence, the move was a result of the involvement of Hon Oyepeju Kazeem and the former deputy leader, who led thugs to invade the local government and Councilor’s office, which paved the way for the appointment of a new officer, marking a fresh chapter…
Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has approved the appointment of Prince Adebayo Adegbola as the new Eleruwa of Eruwa land. This was according to a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade. The Commissioner said according to a document by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Ademola Ojo, the stool of Eleruwa has remained vacant following recent legal proceedings, specifically the dismissal of Suit No. HER/10/23 by the High Court of Oyo State on October 22, 2024. “In response to the circumstances surrounding the succession, I would like to remind everyone that…
Oyo State House of Assembly member representing Ibadan North Constituency 2, Hon. Adebayo Babajide Gabriel, has joined well-wishers in celebrating Alhaji Hazeem Gbolarumi, former Deputy Governor of Oyo State, on his birthday. In his heartfelt message, Hon. Adebayo Babajide Gabriel described Alhaji Hazeem Gbolarumi as a true father figure, a mentor, and a leader with an unwavering commitment to the development of Oyo State. “Today, I celebrate my daddy, the former Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Alhaji Hazeem Gbolarumi—a man of great wisdom, integrity, and dedication. “Your fatherly role in my life has been priceless, and I remain forever grateful…
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Tuesday, said his government has walked its talk on agriculture revolution in the state, hence the positive results being witnessed in its agribusiness sector. Governor Makinde noted that the administration’s commitment to doing agriculture differently led to its creation of the Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency (OYSADA) and the subsequent upgrade of the moribund Fasola Farms, Oyo, to Fasola Agribusiness Industrial Hub. He added that the decision has paid off, with the African Development Bank (AfDB) designating the Hub as the first Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone (SAPZ) in Nigeria. Governor Makinde stated this at…
The lawmaker representing Ibadan North East/South East federal constituency of Oyo State, Rep. Abass Adigun (Agboworin), on Tuesday, commended Governor Seyi Makinde’s innovative approach to agricultural development in the state. Agboworin, who gave the commendation in a statement made available by his Media Group, on the heels of the visitation of President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone to Oyo State, commended his significant milestone, saying the governor’s revolutionary acumen has gained national and international recognition. The two term lawmaker, while further extoling groundbreaking efforts of Governor Seyi Makinde in revolutionizing agriculture in Oyo State, expressed that the governor has…
The Oyo State Fire Service Agency’s swift response averted a tanker explosion in the early hours of Tuesday. The incident claimed the lives of two persons in Ibadan, Oyo State capital. However, the incident, which occurred around Gabster Mega Petrol Station, Orita Challenge, in the Oluyole Local Government Area, happened at about 5:00 am. According to the information gathered by our correspondence, the victims, identified as the driver of the tanker and his motor boy, were burnt beyond recognition. “The incident happened around 5:00 this morning. The driver and his motor boy were trapped in the inferno and couldn’t escape.…
Hon. Matthew Alani Oyeniyi, who recently declared his ambition to contest for the Ibadan North Federal Constituency seat, Extends Warm Birthday Greetings to Oyo Former Deputy Governor, Alhaji Hazeem Gbolarumi. Hon. Matthew who join the family and friends of Alhaji Haazeem Gbolarumi, Former deputy governor of Oyo state during the tenure of late Governor Adebayo Alao Akala, in celebrating his birthday, his selfless service and commitment to the development of our dear state, pacesetter, are truly inspiring.” He praised the CEO/MD Gasab Continental Nig Ltd, also known as Mogaji Olugbesan Compound Oke agbeni Ibadan, for his dedication, and upholding ethical standards,…
The Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has received widespread commendation for constructing the Pacesetter Modern Car Park and Lock-Up Shops in front of the Ibadan North Local Government Council, Agodi. The commissioning event, which took place yesterday, turned into a grand celebration as people gathered en masse to witness the unveiling of this landmark project, handled by Zubazi Logistics and Construction Ltd. In his welcome speech, Hon. Olufade expressed his profound gratitude to the Deputy Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Barrister Bayo Lawal, for taking time out of his busy schedule to commission the…
Chieftain of the All Progressives’ Congress in Oyo State, Barrister Akeem Agbaje has felicitated with a distinguished chieftain of the party in Oyo State, hon. Tairat Adeyemi on the occasion of her birthday. In his birthday message released by his media, he described the celebrant as a focused and dedicated party stalwart who is committed to the growth of progressivism in the state. “I want to celebrate my sister and committed progressive, Hon. Tairat Adeyemi. She is a woman with a heart of gold, compassionate and loyal to progressive ideals. As a core progressive, her passionate drive for the party…
The difficulties in judging the qualities of an effective legislator has been discussed at various political fora and it reaches a conclusion that it is limited because of the ‘Pull him down at all cost’ kind of politics played in Nigeria. However, if there is any legislator whose contributions and activities in the National Assembly has seem to end this debate about what makes for an effective legislator, it is uncontestably, Rep. Abass Adigun, the member representing the good people of Ibadan North-East/Ibadan South-East Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives. He has earned a reputation for his unwavering commitment…