Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
It was a historic and colourful moment as the Member representing Ibadan North Constituency 1 in the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Chief (Mrs.) Olufunke Comforter Adeniyi-Olajide, was conferred with the Akoni Oodua Heroines Award 2025 by the prestigious Akoni Oodua Heritage Leadership International Platform, under the leadership of His Imperial Majesty, the Ooni of Ile-Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi (Ojaja II), CFR. A true definition of a round peg in a round hole, the honour comes as no surprise to many who have closely followed the impactful political and social journey of Hon. Chief (Mrs.) Adeniyi-Olajide. Her outstanding…
The descendants of Oduduwa worldwide, have affirmed that only the Ooni of Ife possesses the authority to appoint individuals as Okanlomo Odua as the Ooni is also known as Arole Odua. The declaration came amidst a growing supremacy dispute between the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, over the recent conferral of the Okanlomo Odua title on Ibadan-based business tycoon, philanthropist and the CEO of Ilaji Hotels and Resorts, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi JDS). The Oduduwa descendants emphasised that, “The lineage of Oduduwa is clear; only the Ooni can designate the Okanlomo…
The entire Traditional Council of Lagelu Local Government Area, comprising Obas, Baales, and Palace Chiefs, has unanimously endorsed the re-election of three distinguished leaders for their outstanding contributions to the development of the region. The trio—Hon. Olafisoye Akinmoyede, Federal House of Representatives member for Akinyele/Lagelu Federal Constituency; Hon. Akintunde Olajide Emmanuel, Oyo State House of Assembly member for Lagelu State Constituency; and Hon. Mudashiru Kamorudeen Morenikeji, Executive Chairman of Lagelu Local Government—received the council’s resounding support during an enlarged meeting held on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. The resolution, announced in a statement signed by the Ologburo of Ogburo, Vice-Chairman of…
The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, on Saturday paid a condolence visit to the leadership of the Park Management System (PMS) in Eruwa following the tragic road accident that claimed the lives of seven persons, including a PMS member and the medical doctor in charge of Lanlate General Hospital. The visit came a day after a fatal crash involving a Toyota bus occurred at Osuponri Village, near ICT Polytechnic, Itori, along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway. The vehicle, with number plate KJA 851 YH, reportedly suffered a tyre burst, causing it to somersault multiple times.…
Nigerians in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, particularly those of Oyo State origin, are set to converge in Melbourne for a historic town hall meeting, fundraising event, and book launch in honour of Dr. Adewale Kolapo Kareem (popularly known as AKK), a 2027 gubernatorial aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made by Ambassador Adeniyi Ekine, a community leader, journalist, and minister of the gospel, who urged Nigerians in the diaspora, especially the Yoruba, Ibadan indigenes and Oyo State, to take advantage of the rare opportunity to engage with Dr. AKK. The event, billed for Saturday,…
Former commissioner for works and transport in Oyo state, Professor Abdul-Rahmon Raphael Afonja, also known as PARA, has extended warm birthday wishes to the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye Orumogege III. In a statement on Saturday, Afonja praised the monarch’s outstanding leadership, citing his remarkable contributions to the growth and development of Ogbomosoland. Under the Soun’s visionary guidance, Ogbomoso has witnessed significant progress, unity, and cultural preservation, he stated. The former Commissioner however commended the monarch’s ability to balance modern governance with traditional values, earning him the admiration and loyalty of his subjects. He described the Soun’s reign…
The capital of Oyo state, Ibadan, has brought together civil society organizations from the southwest states of Nigeria to demand and coordinate the adoption of a unified regulatory framework that would do away with unnecessary registrations, improve funding opportunities, and promote inclusive policymaking. At the South-West Regional Conference, the CSOs also sought to clarify the role of important players, such as national and subnational legislators, government MDAs, and regulators, in putting policy into practice and bolstering the regulatory framework that allows CSOs to function efficiently in the region. The programme with the theme “Scaling Policy to Action – Strengthening the…
The Executive Chairman of Lagelu Local Government, Hon. Mudashiru Kamorudeen, has extended warm felicitations to Mogaji Afolabi Yusuf on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a dedicated leader and a force for good in the community. In a heartfelt statement released by his office, Hon. Kamorudeen praised Afolabi Yusuf for his exemplary contributions to the cultural and socio-political landscape in the south west region. The chairman highlighted Yusuf’s integrity, humility, and passion for service, noting that his efforts have positively impacted the lives of many. “Today I’m joining family, friends, and well-wishers to celebrate Afolabi Yusuf on this…
The lawmaker representing Ibadan North Constituency 1 and Chairman, House Committee on Women Affairs and Community Development, Hon. Olufunke Comforter Adeniyi-Olajide, has congratulated Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle (DON) on his victory in the Ibadan North Federal Constituency bye-election and on receiving his Certificate of Return in Abuja. Hon. Comforter described the victory as a clear endorsement of Hon. Don’s competence, capacity, and credibility, adding that the emphatic margin of 18,404 votes to 8,312 reflects the people’s trust and confidence in his leadership. She commended the people of Ibadan North for making the right choice by reclaiming the seat for the PDP,…
Permit me to say that in the world of politics and leadership, we still have few individuals whose style is deeply rooted in selflessness. In the ever-demanding world of politics, it is rare to find a leader whose heartbeat is truly in sync with the aspirations of his people. But, based on what has been experienced over time in the Ibadan politics, among other politicians in Oyo State, Rep. Abass Adigun Agboworin, Federal Representative for Ibadan North East/Ibadan South East Federal Constituency, has proven to be one politician and a man whose greatest wish is for everyone around him to…