Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Tuesday, reiterated that his administration would continue to appoint anyone that can support and add value to the state, irrespective of their political affiliations or state of origin. The governor stated this while inaugurating the state’s Judicial Service Commission at the Executive Council Chambers, Office of the Executive Governor, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan. Those inaugurated are the Chief Judge of Oyo State, Justice Iyabo Yerima, who is the chairman of the Commission; Mrs M.O Abdulganiyu, the Secretary; while the Attorney-General/Commissioner for Justice, Barr Abiodun Aikomo; Hon Justice T.M Abdulganiyu; Barr Musibau Adetunji, Chief Joshua…
..Says we’re determined to finish strong Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has approved the reconstruction of the 23-kilometre stretch of road linking Okaka to Igbojaye and Kunle Afolayan Productions Film Village in Komu all in Itesiwaju Local Government Area of the state. The approval came on the heels of the governor’s commitment in April 2025 during the unveiling of the Film Village, as he expressed his administration’s readiness to enhance rural infrastructure and promoting culture and tourism in the state. Governor Makinde, while disclosing the approval on Tuesday, at the Hijrah 1447 luncheon organised by the state government and held…
The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, Comrade Demola Babalola, has declared that Governor Seyi Makinde has redefined governance in Oyo State through people-focused projects and policies that have significantly improved the welfare of residents. Speaking in an interview with The People’s Verdict, Babalola praised the governor’s unrelenting commitment to workers’ welfare, infrastructural development, education, agriculture, and economic recovery initiatives. “Seyi Makinde is a person who has broken the glass ceiling. He came from nowhere, broke the glass ceiling and redefined governance in Oyo State through numerous projects and programmes that have direct bearing on…
As someone deeply passionate about the future of our children and the development of Oyo State, I am pleased to announce the launch of this year’s Free Scholarship Program at Attaofeequ Billahi International School (ABIS)—an institution I founded to promote academic and moral excellence. From August 11th to 15th, 2025, the first 10 students from Oyo State who register at ABIS will receive full scholarships covering the entirety of their academic stay. This is part of my ongoing effort to give back to the community and ensure that every child—regardless of background—has a chance to succeed through education. This initiative…
A political team idemtified with the lawmaker representing Ibadan North East/South East federal constituency,Rep. Abass Adigun Agboworin, has expressed solidarity with the Peoples Democratic Party’s candidate in the forthcoming House of Representatives by-election, slated for August 16, 2025. The gesture of TeamAgboworin for the PDP candidate exemplifies the party’s efforts to strengthen its base ahead of the elections. At the campaign event, which held at the Bodija International Market, they were seen carrying placards with inscriptions that read: “Agboworin For DON” and other pro-DON messages, demonstrating their commitment to the PDP candidate’s success. Agboworin, a two-term lawmaker, had, in a…
The Chairperson of Lagelu Local Government, Mrs. Taiwo Mudashiru has officially launched a mass distribution campaign of Insecticide-Treated Nets (ITNs) at the Local Government Secretariat in Iyana-Offa. The event, marked by enthusiasm and hope, drew a diverse crowd of community leaders, health practitioners, faith leaders, traditional rulers, and residents, all united in the fight against malaria. The initiative, aimed at curbing the prevalence of malaria in Lagelu LGA, underscores the local government’s dedication to improving healthcare access and protecting vulnerable populations. Mrs. Mudashiru, addressing the gathering, emphasized the critical role of ITNs in preventing malaria, a disease that continues to…
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has called on residents of Ibadan North Federal Constituency to come out en masse and vote for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle “DON,” in the forthcoming bye-election scheduled for August 16, 2025. The governor made the appeal on Monday during the official campaign flag-off ceremony held at Bodija Main Market, Ibadan. Makinde described Folajimi as a “tested and trusted politician” with the capacity to deliver quality representation if elected to the House of Representatives. “Let me tell you that this forthcoming election is very important because we all need to…
It was an historical moment in Akiode Olobele Family of Gbenagbena Compound in Ipapo, Itesiwaju LGA when the family hosted Amofin Beulah Adeoye to a special Prayer service to honor and celebrate him as one of the beloved sons of family. The prayer was convened by the chairman of the family, Pa. Abdur-Rasheed Alawiye. He welcomed sons and daughters of the compound to the prayer session for one of their own. He beseeched God Almighty on what he termed “divine endeavour” for Amofin Adeoye. The first prayer session was led by Reverend Ojelere of First Baptist Church, Ipapo. Reverend Ojelere…
Olubadan-in-Council has nominated former Oyo State Governor, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. Ladoja’s nomination was moved by Balogun Olubadan, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, and seconded by Osi Olubadan, Oba Eddy Oyewole, during a meeting held at the Oke-Aremo palace of the Olubadan. Speaking at the meeting, Oba Ajibola said all members of the Olubadan-in-Council had signed off on Ladoja’s nomination. He added that the council would now forward Ladoja’s name to Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, for official ratification and scheduling the coronation ceremony, where the Staff and Certificate of Office will be presented. The nomination follows…
They reflect our belief that agriculture is not just about food; it is about infrastructure, it is about enterprise, and it is about national relevance.” A pivotal figure in the SAPZ journey is Dr Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group. As Nigeria’s Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development over a decade ago, he introduced the concept of agro-industrial zones, though he was unable to launch it nationally at the time. Today, he is bringing that vision to life across Africa, with Oyo State emerging as one of the model implementers.In his remarks, Dr Adesina noted that Oyo…