Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
The Oyo State Government has declared that it will continue to support residents of the state to rise above poverty and move into prosperity by catering to their welfare and empowering them to be self-sufficient. Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Inclusion, Mrs Toyin Balogun, gave this indication at the weekend, when her Ministry kick-started the distribution of N20 million livelihood support grants for victims of market fire outbreaks. According to the commissioner, the Governor Seyi Makinde-led administration has continued to match its words with action by giving priority attention to bettering the lives of residents and supporting them to…
The Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin has advocated the establishment of more General Hospitals in underserved Local Government Areas (LGAs) in the State. The call was contained in a motion, sponsored by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, and co-sponsored by Hon. P.G. Ojedokun of Ibarapa North/Central. The motion was tagged “Need for the Executive arm of Government to establish General Hospitals in underserved LGAS, increased Healthcare personnel and expanded training opportunities for intern students across the State.” According to the motion, six LGAs – Atiba, Ibadan South East, Ido, Ogo Oluwa, Ona Ara, and…
The Oyo State House of Assembly has resumed plenary sessions for the year 2025, kicking off with interfaith prayer sessions. The Speaker, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin charged his colleagues to give their best in legislative activities, emphasizing the need for unity, love, and cooperation to successfully implement the 10th Assembly’s agenda. He stressed that their representation is a call to serve God through humanity, requiring focus and determination to give back to their constituents. ” You are all welcome to the first plenary session of the new year 2025. I would like to appreciate everyone for their support in the…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has been declared the winner of all 18 chairmanship and 203 councillorship seats in the Ondo State Local Government election held on Saturday January 18, 2025. Despite controversy surrounding the outcome in Ajowa/Gedegede/Igasi-Akoko Ward 5 of Akoko North West Local Government. The Chairman of the Ondo State Independent Electoral Commission (ODIEC), Dr. Joseph Aremo, announced the results at the commission’s headquarters in Akure, stating that the election was contested by 12 political parties, with the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) officially withdrawing 48 hours before the polls. However, reports from Ajowa Ward 5 indicated that the…
The Chairman and Sole Administrator of Oyo State Pacesetter Transportation Service (PTS), Hon. (Dr.) Ibraheem Oladeji Salami–DIKKO, has reaffirmed Oyo State’s commitment to sustainable Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) technology in transportation. Dr. Dikko represented Oyo State Government at the Presidential CNG Initiative (PCNGI) launch in New Delhi, India, on May 5, 2024 showcasing the state’s commitment to sustainable Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) technology in transportation. This initiative, led by Engr. Micheal Oluwagbemi and chaired by Dr. Zacch Adedeji, aims to promote sustainable energy solutions in Nigeria. The Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde FNSE, has consistently demonstrated his…
In a grand and spiritually uplifting event, Dr. Al-Imam, Sheikh Taofeeq Adewale Kolapo Kareem (AKK), the Chief Imam of Wabillahi Taofeeq Islamic Mission Worldwide and Proprietor of Attaofeequ Billahi International School hosted a remarkable 4-in-1 celebration that combined Waleemotil Qur’an, Maolud Nabiyy (S.A.W.), an Award Giving Ceremony, and the 3rd Year Anniversary of the Chief Imam Wabillahi Taofeeq Islamic Mission Worldwide as the First Fakhar Soliheen of Oyo State. The prestigious occasion was graced by the presence of esteemed dignitaries, with the highlight being the attendance of The Grand Imam of Oyo State, Agbotomokekere 1, Imam Abdul-Ganiyy AbuBakr Agbotomokekere, whose…
In a heartwarming display of commitment and token of appreciation to God and the good people of Aremo in Atiba Local Government Area, the councilor representing Ward 03, Hon. Adebayo Raheem Adewale, has empowered 10 constituents with a cash token today and promises to do more. The empowerment program, aimed at supporting vulnerable members of the community, was widely welcomed by beneficiaries, leaders, Stakeholders, and party members. Beneficiaries are; Adejumo Kamorudeen, Lawal Musbau, Ibrahim Lateefat, Akeem Azeez, Ademola Wosilat, Yusuff Yetunde, Adeoye Fausat, Salaudeen Sali, Mustapha Luqman, Adeniyi Akeem Adeyemi, Kemi Omotayo and Taiwo Adesina. While delivering his short speech…
The news of the approval of Prince Akeem Abimbola Owoade as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo Kingdom came as a cheery one. So was the presentation of instruments of office to him by the governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Governor Oluwaseyi Abiodun Omo Makinde. Though the circumstances of the presentation came with a bit of disappointment, because as a bona fide Oyo son from Isokun, I was expecting such occasion to come with much pomp and ceremony such that I could brag to hundreds of my friends that the saying, a ji se bi Oyo laari, is true, the…
Prior to the administration of Engr. Seyi Makinde, policies and practices towards infrastructure development in the Oyo state education sector were at best stagnating the sector. However, the state got a reprieve with Seyi Makinde, who prioritized the sector as one of the pillars of his roadmap to sustainable development. By 2019, Oyo state had an educational infrastructural deficit of 60 billion Naira, but since taking office as governor, Seyi Makinde has been spending about N3 billion yearly on both state counterpart and UBEC funding. In 2024, the education sector received the largest percentage of budget allocation and the second…
Nigerians are a paradoxical people, demanding excellence but often turning around to tear down their best. This behavior recalls the grumbling of the Israelites after God delivered them from slavery through Moses. Despite their miraculous escape, they frequently lamented, complaining about discomfort and longing for the familiar chains of Egypt. Their confusion led Moses to bewilderment, and they wandered the wilderness for 40 years. Today, modern Nigerians exhibit a similar tendency; blindly following trends without applying critical reasoning to current issues. Among these followers are distinct groups: The Bandwagon Followers: They move with the crowd, even if it leads straight…