Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has reiterated that his administration will continue to invest on projects that are of comparative advantage to the state in order to support his vision of sustainable development. He maintained that the upgrade of the Ibadan Airport, Alakia, to an international standard is the second comparative advantage that his administration is exploring towards expanding the economy of the state. The governor stated this on Tuesday while inaugurating an 11-man Ibadan Airport Upgrade Project Committee, headed by a former Commissioner for Finance in Oyo State, Mr. Bimbo Adekanmbi, at the Executive Chamber of the Governor’s Office,…
The organizers of the end bad governance protest have been implored to shelve the protest and engage in constructive discussions with the Federal Government in order to guard against break down of law and order noting that the protest could be hijacked by hoodlums which may defeat its purpose. His Eminence, Alhaji Dawud Makanjuola Akinola, the Aare Musulumi of Yorubaland, Edo and Delta States who also doubles as Aare Of Ibadanland made this appeal in a release issued and made available to newsmen in Ibadan on Saturday. According to him, the right to protest is guaranteed by the constitution of…
The Executive Chairman of Atiba Local Government, Offa-meta, Oyo Hon. Wahab Waliu Adetunji Wabkem has joined other well-wishers to felicitate with his wife, Mrs. Adetunji Nafisat Olasunmbo, on the occasion of her birthday celebration today July 30th, 2024. In a heartwarming message posted to his social media handles, he wrote; “It is yet again another great day to rejoice with my beautiful, adorable, kind, endearing, and cheerful wife, Mrs. Adetunji Nafisat Olasunmbo, as she begins a New Year today, July 30th, 2024. “Nafisat Olasunbo has been a strong pillar of support to me. Indeed, she has been duly keeping the home…
It is with a heavy heart, the People’s Democratic Party in Oyo State is announcing the death of the one of members of the State Executives, Hon. Mukaila Alarape, the Assistant State treasurer who was from Oyo East Local Government of the Party. The unfortunate demise of the departed Patriot occurred Yesterday after a brief illness. As sad as the news of a departed loved one is, we take solace in that fact he served God and humanity to the best of his abilities. We pray for the repose of his soul and that God forgives him all his shortcomings.…
The Oyo State Agency for Youth Development recently held a stakeholders’ meeting to discuss the proposed nationwide protest. The event took place at the House of Chiefs, Parliament Building in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. It brought together various youth groups in the state, including student bodies, to voice their concerns about the country’s economic hardships, emphasizing that the protest is not politically motivated. In his remarks, Rt. Hon. Debo Ogundoyin underscored the importance of coordination, reminding the youth that it is their constitutional right as Nigerian citizens to protest societal issues. Hon. Titilope Gbadamosi, the Senior Special Assistant to the…
Honourable Wasilat Adegoke, Commissioner for Youth and Sports, has acknowledged the concerns and frustrations of the youth across the nation as they planned to have National Protest. In a gathering aimed at finding solutions, she emphasized the importance of collaboration between government and youth to address issues that concerns youth sector. Honourable Adegoke recognized the critical role of youth in driving positive change and building peace, stressing that peace is a state of mind and a way of life that values respect, empathy, and understanding. She called for collective efforts to create a culture of peace, celebrating differences and diversity.…
A socio-political group based in Ibadan, ‘Ibadan A Gbe Wa O’, has outrightly condemned the President of the Association of Ibadan Mogaji, Alhaji Asimiyu Ariori, for referring to Alhaja Saratu Aduke Konibaje as the Oyo Iyaloja-General. Alhaji Ariori, during his appearance on Lagelu FM on Monday, authoritatively claimed that Alhaja Saratu is the current titleholder of Iyaloja-General, which is seen as an affront to the recent directive of Oyo State Governor, His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde. This comes despite the recent warning from Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, directing all parties involved in the Iyalojaship dispute to cease their…
… Approves hazard allowance for OYRTMA staff. Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has charged the newly-recruited officers of the Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA) to contribute their quota to the development of the state through diligent and dedicated service. The governor charged the officers not to misplace their priorities or focus on enriching themselves unjustly. Governor Makinde, who reiterated that his administration would continue to prioritise the welfare of workers, declared that he had approved hazard allowance for OYRTMA officers with effect from August 1, 2024. The governor stated this on Monday at the passing out parade of…
In a bid to prevent a repeat of the devastating End SARS protests that rocked the nation in 2020 especially in Oyo State, the Speaker, Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has warned against any form of violence as calls for nationwide protest gather momentum. The Speaker called on security agencies to identify potential hotspots, and secure protesters in Oyo State ahead of the planned nationwide protest. Speaking at a Youth stakeholders’ meeting held at the House of Chiefs, Parliament Building Secretariat, Ibadan, Hon.Ogundoyin emphasized the need for peaceful protests and urged security agencies to take proactive measures to prevent any breakdown of…
President Bola Tinubu has signed the National Minimum Wage Amendment Bill 2024 into law. Naija News reports the President signed the bill midway into the Federal Executive Council meeting on Monday, 29th July, 2024. Details later…..