Author: Opeyemi Rasheed

Oyo State Government has assured residents that it will leave no stone unturned to ensure the safety of everyone in the state. The assurance came against the backdrop of news that some bandits from the northern parts of the country were infiltrating the state. The government, during a press briefing after the state’s Joint Security Council meeting presided over by Governor ‘Seyi Makinde on Tuesday, said all hands were on deck to fish out the bandits and use the instrumentality of the law to deal with them. Compol Fatai Owoseni (Rtd), Special Adviser on Security to Oyo State Governor, while…

In a significant development, the new recruitment of Primary School teachers in Oyo have begun receiving their provisional appointment letters in their various local governments headed by education secretaries; this marks a major milestone for the educators who have been eagerly waiting for confirmation of their employment. The distribution exercise takes place at Aafin (Local Government Universal Basic Education Authorities) LGUBEA, Atiba local government areas, Oyo, Oyo State. The teachers expressed their heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Job Portal, the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr ‘Seyi Makinde for approving their provisional teaching appointment, paving the way for them to commence…

The Executive Chairman of Oluyole Local Governmen, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, has celebrated the arrival of a new addition to his family in a remarkable way by naming his newborn son after the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, and his close ally, Otunba Seye Famojuro. The naming ceremony, held on Sunday, January 12, at Olatunji’s private residence, was well attended by prominent political figures, government officials, family members, and well-wishers. The child was named Seyi Makinde Seye Muhammed, a gesture the LG boss described as a tribute to the exemplary leadership and support he has received from Governor…

As expected, Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), claimed the two awards in the monthly League Bloggers Award (LBA) for the month of December. An impressive run of form in the monrh which saw the team win all five matches, expectedly earned the team’s gaffer, Gbenga Ogunbote the Manager of the Month Award. Oracle beat the trio of Daniel Ogunmodede of Remo Stars, Greg Ikhenoba (Bendel Insurance) and Finidi George of Rivers United to the honour. In the Player of the Month category, goalkeeper Mustapha Lawal overcame stiff opposition from teammates, Desmond Ojietefian and Ikouwem Utim as well as the duo…

In a bid to strengthen their allegiance to Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration, political associates from across the Oyo Central Senatorial District paid a courtesy visit to Otunba Seye Famojuro on Monday. The delegation, comprising vibrant youth leaders from the district, pledged their unwavering support and loyalty to the governor, citing his exemplary leadership and dedication to youth inclusion in governance. The group lauded Governor Makinde’s transformative achievements across various sectors in the state. They praised his commitment to empowering young people, noting the significant strides made in youth inclusion and calling for increased representation of youths in government. While addressing…

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…