Author: Opeyemi Rasheed

In line with the ascension process for the stool of the Eleruwa of Eruwaland, the Labirikusi Royal House has officially presented its consensus candidate, Chief Dejo Akinlade, as the family head to the Ibarapa East Local Government authorities. According to the Western mirror.com.ng report, this significant step aims to fill the revered royal seat, which holds immense historical and cultural importance in Eruwaland. The presentation, along with an official letter, was made to the local government chairman, Hon. Kareem Arogundade, on Monday, January 13, 2025. The Labirikusi family emphasized that no deadline was stipulated for the family head’s presentation in…

The Oyo State Fire Service, under the leadership of Hon. Moroof Adebayo Akinwande, has once again demonstrated its swift response and effectiveness in combating fire incidents, as it successfully brought under control two separate fires in Ibadan, today. According to the release made available to Heritage Echo Correspondence today, the Fire Service team responded promptly to a distress call to contain the blaze and prevent loss of life or major damage besides Bite More Eatery Montana, Ibadan, an acre of virgin land with refuse, bush, and undergrowth burning threatened all the nearby buildings and properties within the vicinity. The fire…

A young, Vibrant, Chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party and community leader in Oyo State, Hon. Prince Afolabi Idris Olanrewaju Aloma, of Olufunnu Tella Gbaagi Royal family, Oke-Aafin, Oyo, has extended warm felicitations to the 46th Alaafin-elect, Prince Akeem Abimbola Owoade, on receiving Instruments and Staff of Office today. In a statement released and made available to Heritage Echo News, Aloma described Oba Owoade’s enthronement as a new dawn for Yoruba customs and a testament to the enduring legacy of the Alaafin dynasty. He urged His Imperial Majesty to prioritize the unity, peace, and progress of Yoruba land, emphasizing that…

….As Oyo donates N25m to Nigeria Legion Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has promised better welfare for legionnaires in the state. The governor, who made this promise on Monday at the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Emblem and Appeal Fund held at the Executive Chamber, Office of the Governor, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan, also donated seven operational security vehicles to the Nigerian Legion Offices across the geopolitical zones of Oyo State. This was as the state donated the sum of N25 million to the Appeal Fund. The governor said his administration would remain committed to the welfare of legionnaires and the…

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has sworn in forty-eight (48) newly appointed Permanent Secretaries in the state Civil/Public Service, urging them to discharge their duties effectively and do their best for the state. He urged the new Permanent Secretaries to work hand in hand with his government to achieve its vision of sustainable development in the state. The governor stated this at the Executive Council Chamber of the Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan, on Monday, shortly after the Oaths of Office and Allegiance were administered to the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries. Governor Makinde described the event as historic, adding that…

Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has issued a stern warning to those attempting to destabilize the traditional institution in the state, vowing to prosecute whoever is found culpable. Speaking during the presentation of the instruments of office to the new Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade, on Monday at the executive chamber of the governor’s office, Makinde stressed the importance of maintaining transparency and respect for traditional processes. Governor Makinde reiterated his administration’s commitment to upholding the integrity of traditional stools, describing the Alaafin’s position as a sacred one that should not be influenced by politics or personal interests.…

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday impeached Speaker Mudashiru Obasa over allegations of multiple statutory and financial infractions. The impeachment follows accusations that Mr. Obasa oversaw the withdrawal of N43.5 billion for backup vehicles for lawmakers, among other controversial financial activities, as earlier reported by The Gazette. Mr. Obasa, 52, was first elected Speaker on June 8, 2015, serving alongside former one-term governor Akinwunmi Ambode. Following his removal, Mr. Obasa was replaced by his deputy, Lasbat Meranda, who represents Apapa Constituency 1. Mrs. Meranda Details later…

The Executive Chairman of Oyo West Local Government, Ojongbodu, Oyo, Hon. Prince Salam Akeem Babatunde Olukitibi, has congratulated the 46th Alaafin-elect, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade, on receiving the instrument and Staff of Office. According to the council Mayor, this significant milestone marks the beginning of Oba Owoade’s Elewu Etu reign as the Alaafin of Oyo land. He lauded the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr ‘Seyi Makinde for presenting the Staff and Instrument of office to the new monarch, who hailed from Agunloye’s ruling house, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the rich history of Òyó’s traditional leadership.…

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has presented the instruments of office to the new Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade. The event took place on Monday at the Executive Chamber of the Governor’s Office, Oyo State Secretariat, Ibadan. Speaking at the event, the governor said the Alaafin’s stool is important not just to Oyo town but to the Yoruba race as a whole.The governor maintained that he decided not to meddle in the appointment of the new Alaafin because of his administration’s belief in openness and transparency. He said: “The Alaafin stool is very important not…

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has officially presented the Staff and certificate of appointment to the 46th Alaafin-elect, Prince Akeem Abimbola Owoade, marking the formal ascension of the new monarch to the revered throne of Alaafin of Oyo. The brief ceremony, held on Monday, January 13 at the state government house, Agodi,Ibadan. The event which held quietly was attended by dignitaries, traditional rulers and leaders, government officials, and enthusiastic Oyo indigenes. Governor Makinde, while presenting the insignia of office, described the Alaafin-elect as a leader poised to uphold the cultural and historical heritage of the Oyo Kingdom. The governor…