Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
The Executive Chairman of Oyo West Local Government, Ojongbodu, Oyo, Hon. Prince Salam Akeem Babatunde Olukitibi has joined thousands of good people of Oyo State to celebrate the birthday of our wonderful political icon who serves the public with great honor, respect, and dignity, Alhaji Wasiu Adeleke on his birthday celebration today. While describing the celebrant, Prince Olukitibi hailed the PDP scribe, saying his work is truly outstanding and he is an exemplary leader for future generations who wish to follow the world of politics. In a statement released and made available to Heritage Echo News, Hon. Prince Akeem Olukitibi…
In a heartwarming display of appreciation, youths from Ibarapa region gathered to express their gratitude to Governor Seyi Makinde for the opportunity to participate in the Oyo Youth Empowerment Program. The youths, who have completed the 3-day program, praised Governor Makinde’s vision and commitment to empowering the youth. They acknowledged the significance of the skills acquired, which they believe will positively impact their lives and the community. “We are grateful for this opportunity, and we appreciate the governor’s efforts in investing in our future,” said one of the participants. “We have learned so much, and we are eager to apply…
Oyo State Governor ‘Seyi Makinde has reaffirmed his commitment to expanding the economy of the state through road infrastructure and interconnectivity of rural and city centres. Makinde stated this on Thursday at the commissioning of 38.48 kilometres feeder roads rehabilitated in Ibadan metropolis, held at former D’Rovans Hotel Bus Stop, Ring Road, Ibadan. The rehabilitated feeder roads fall within Ibadan South West, Ibadan North West and Ibadan South East Local Government Areas of the state capital out of the total lots of 95.58 kilometres awarded in December 2023. The governor noted that feeder roads play significant roles in encouraging businesses,…
The Supreme Court has barred the 36 governors of the federation from further retaining or utilizing funds that are meant for the 774 Local Government Areas, LGAs, in the country. The apex court ruled that it is illegal and unconstitutional for governors to continue to receive and seize funds allocated to LGAs in their states. It maintained that the “dubious practice” which has gone on for over two decades, was a clear violation of Section 162 of the 1999 Constitution, as amended. In its lead judgement that was delivered by Justice Emmanuel Agim, the apex court held that no House…
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, in collaboration with Shell Nigeria Gas, hosted a customer and stakeholder forum on Wednesday to provide updates on the ongoing gas infrastructure project in Oyo State. The event aimed to inform sector off-takers about the recent developments and the anticipated impact of the project on the local economy. Barr. Ashamu Nurudeen Temilolu Seun, the Honourable Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, represented the Oyo State Government at the forum. On behalf of Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration, he reiterated the government’s unwavering commitment to the gas infrastructure project. He emphasized the medium and long-term…
The Supreme Court of Nigeria is set to deliver a landmark much-anticipated judgment on July 11 regarding the contentious issue of the 774 local government autonomy. The suspense case aimed to re-address critical questions that could further reshape the beauty of democracy among the tiers of government in Nigeria. According to Nigeria Tribune Online, a document sighted at the apex court on Wednesday showed that parties in the suit have been notified through their respective lawyers. It was observed that the notice for the judgment date was served on the Federal Government through the office of the Attorney General of…
Two-term Oyo State House of Assembly member who represented Ibadan North Constituency 2 and former Federal House of Representatives aspirant, Hon. Olusegun Olaleye, popularly known as ‘Radical Brother,’ has expressed deep sorrow over the sudden demise of Hon. Olaide Akinremi, the federal representative for Ibadan North Federal Constituency. In a heartfelt message made available to newsmen, Hon. Olaleye described Akinremi’s passing as a profound shock and remembered him as a remarkable individual who made significant contributions to the development of his constituency and Oyo State. Hon. Olaleye’s message reads: “I lost a bosom friend and a brother in the demise…
The Governor of Oyo State ‘Seyi Makinde FNSE, on Wednesday, commissioned the newly built Olubadan of Ibadan palace. In a statement released on the official page page of His Excellency, the Governor said; “This evening, we commissioned the new Olubadan Palace in Ibadan”. The event allowed us to acknowledge and thank everyone who made it possible including former Governor Abiola Ajimobi who started it, the former President of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII), Chief O. O. Bello, Chief Bayo Oyero, and all Ibadan indigenes who contributed to make the project a reality. To maintain this new palace, we…
A member of the House of Representatives, representing Ibadan North East/South East, Rep. Abass Adigun, popularly known as Agboworin, on Wednesday, expressed sadness over the passing of one of his colleagues in the Green Chamber, Rep. Akinremi Jagaban. In a press statement issued to journalists by his Media Office in Ibadan, Agboworin described Akinremi’s death as a huge loss to his party, All Progressive Congress (APC) and the state. Agboworin, who praised Akinremi’s contributions to the development of Ibadan North Federal Constituency, described the deceased as a friendly, jovial, sociable and forward-looking personality. The lawmaker extended his condolences to Akinremi’s…
Hon. Dr. Olufunke Comforter Adeniyi-Olajide, the Lawmaker representing Ibadan North Constituency 1 at the Oyo State House of Assembly has mourned the passing of Hon. Olaide Akinremi JAGABAN, who until his death was the Legislator representing Ibadan North Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, Abuja. Late Prince Akinremi who passed on this morning after a brief illness had been a two-termed Member of the House, a ranking member and is just over a year into his second term tenure. In a short message made available by the Head of her Media Department, Hon. Comforter’s message read in part: “With…