Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
In a bid to ensure the integrity of its workforce, lawmaker representing Ibadan North-West State Constituency in the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Dawood Olalere Al-Ameen has called on the Executive Arm of Government to make drug testing a mandatory part of the recruitment process for prospective government employees. This move is aimed at preventing individuals with substance abuse issues from being employed in sensitive positions, particularly in the education, healthcare, and security sectors. In the motion, Hon. Dauda Olalere Al-Ameen noted the commendable efforts of Governor Seyi Makinde in strengthening the education sector, including the recruitment of over…
The Oyo State Government has issued a stern warning to corporate bodies, event planners, and anyone planning grandiose celebrations in respect of St. Valentine’s Day to ensure they adhere to the State rules and regulations. In a statement by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, many broadcast stations have been airing adverts and promotions inviting people to celebrate Valentine’s Day at various venues. The commissioner emphasized that all stakeholders planning such events must actively involve security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), the Nigeria Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Amotekun, Operation Burst, and other security arms, to ensure they…
In a great display of bravery and expertise, the Oyo State Fire Service Zonal offices have successfully contained and extinguished raging infernos in three separate locations, namely, Ogbomoso, Oyo Township, and Iseyin. According to the statement released on Monday and made available to our correspondence, the fire service arrived at the PMS tanker accident scene, at Arinkinkin, Ogbomoso, Kanisuru area, Oko-Oba Oyo township, and Sawmill area, Iseyin/Saki road in a record time by each Zonal command respectively, equipped withState-of-the-art firefighting equipment. The Oyo State Fire Service’s heroic efforts are a testament to their unwavering dedication to protecting the citizens of…
The traditional institution in Ibadanland, Chiefs, Ibadan Compound Peace Initiative (ICPI), prominent sons and daughters of the ancient city, and other stakeholders have lamented unending power outrage at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan. They alleged that many poor people were badly affected on daily basis as a result of power outage at critical units in the hospital, saying Ibadan people and entire people in the state are not happy with the situation. Recall that some patients at the hospital few months ago protested inadequate healthcare delivery as a result of power outrage in the hospital. Recently, students of University…
Great leaders are disruptive, but the good ones play by the rules. Great leaders break existing rules and set new ones. Leaders move from being good to becoming great when they depart from the norm to chart a new path. Leaders are primarily called to do one of two things; either lead their organization, state or nation out of difficulty into stability or lead it to greater prosperity in times of stability. Doing either requires the disruption of the norm. It requires breaking existing rules and setting new ones. Maintaining status quo is not the calling of leaders because status…
By; Amb Yusuff Gboyega Abdulafeez , member of GSM Advocates The recent historic recruitment drive initiated by Governor Seyi Makinde has injected a significant boost into Oyo State’s economy, creating a ripple effect of growth and development across various sectors. The recruitment drive, which saw thousands of individuals employed across different cadres, has not only provided a source of livelihood for families but has also stimulated economic activity in the state. According to economic experts, Dr Kunle Andrew Alao, the injection of salaries into the economy will have a multiplier effect, leading to increased consumer spending, business growth, and ultimately,…
The Chairman of the Oyo State Agency for Youth Development, Prince Adebayo Adebowale Falana, has extended warm felicitations to Hon. Kamil Ademola Omotosho, a distinguished leader in the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and a prominent figure in Ibadan North, on the occasion of his birthday. In a statement released today, Prince Falana described Hon. Omotosho, who also serves as a key official of the Oyo State Housing Corporation, as a visionary leader, an advocate for progressive governance, and a committed party stalwart. “Today, we celebrate a remarkable leader whose dedication to the growth of Oyo State and the upliftment of…
The Executive chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has congratulated Hon. Demola Omotoso, the Chairman of the Oyo State Housing Corporation and former Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, on the occasion of his birthday. In his message made available through his head of media, Aderibigbe Yisahu, Hon. Olufade described Hon. Omotoso as an exemplary leader, mentor, and father whose legacy continues to inspire him. He noted that it is an honor to serve in the same capacity that Hon. Omotoso once held, highlighting the significant impact he made during his tenure as Chairman of Ibadan…
The Honorable Member representing Ibadan North Constituency II at the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Adebayo Babajide Gabriel, has extended his warm felicitations to the Chairman of the Oyo State Housing Corporation, Hon. Ademola Omotosho, on the joyous occasion of his birthday. In a congratulatory message released on Monday, Hon. Gabriel described Hon. Omotosho as an exemplary leader, a man of integrity, and a dedicated public servant whose contributions have significantly advanced the growth and development of Oyo State. “On behalf of the good people of Ibadan North Constituency II and myself, I wish to celebrate a distinguished leader…
Barrister Olajide Olanipekun Esq has extolled Asiwaju Adinni of Afijio land, Alhaji Ademola Wasiu Alli On his birthday celebration today. Olanipekun described the celebrant as an astute administrator and a kind-hearted leader with a passion for excellence in whatever he lays his hands on. In a statement released and made available to Heritage Echo correspondence on Monday, Olanipekun Esq said; “It is most felicitous to say Alhaji Ademola Wasiu Alli is an angel in the human body specially sent to the world by the Almighty God to change the lives of as many people as possible who cross his humanitarian…