Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
In a generous display of philanthropy, the Aare of Musulumi of Yoruba, Edo and Delta, Alhaji Dawud Akinolhavehas donated a brand new 16-seater bus to the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII). This gesture is a testament to Alhaji Akinola’s commitment to giving back to the community and supporting worthy causes. “The need for collaborative efforts for sustainable development of Ibadanland in her quest to reach the megapolis status has been stressed. This was the crux of the message delivered bythe Aare Musulumi of Yorubaland, Edo and Delta States who doubles as theAare of Ibadanland Alhaji Dawud Akinola while presentating…
Eruwa, a prominent community in Oyo State, was the scene of a peaceful protest by youths today, June 13, 2024. The protesters, comprising young individuals from various wards in Eruwa, gathered at New Garage to express their dissatisfaction with the prolonged absence of an Eleruwa in the town. The youths, bearing placards with inscriptions such as “appoint a king for Eruwa now” and “We need a monarch to represent our community”, urged the Oyo State Government to expedite the process of appointing a new king for Eruwa. According to the protesters, the lack of a monarch has hindered the community’s…
State of the State Address by His Excellency Seyi Makinde FNSE, the Executive Governor of Oyo State, delivered at the State House of Assembly on Thursday, 13 June 2024 It has been five years since our administration took over the highest office of governance in Oyo State. From day one, our promise has been to restore the dignity and pride of the good people of Oyo State so that we maintain our mantra as the state of firsts—the Pacesetter State. In all this time, we have prioritised our economy and taken steps that put us ahead of all other States…
As the Oyo State House of Assembly celebrates one year anniversary, the Speaker, Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin says it has been 12months of steady legislative progress for the 10th Assembly in the State The Speaker stated this on Thursday at a special plenary sitting to mark the first year anniversary of Oyo State House of Assembly, and presentation of State of the State address by Governor Seyi Makinde. He said from available records, the achievements of the 10th Oyo State House of Assembly in its first year had surpassed that of the first legislative year of the 9th Oyo State House…
The Executive Chairman of Atiba Local Government, HON. Wahaab Waliu Adetunji, WABKEM, has met with principal officers seeking support, understanding, and a harmonious working relationship. In a statement released and made available to Heritage Echo News Correspondence by Head, of the information unit, Mr. Bayo Ogunwale added that Hon Adetunji WABKEM charged the officers to ensure that the policies of his administration were implemented without delay. In his words “In making decisions, you need to consider posterity and see the development of Atiba paramount and of utmost priority. In addition, Hon. Adetunji admonished the officers to see themselves as one…
In a bid to ensure a joyous Eid-il-Kabir celebration, the governor’s appointees and elected members in Ibadan North Local Government have generously donated ₦10 million to the PDP members in the area. The donation was made yesterday , June 12, 2024 at the Ibadan North Local Government PDP meeting ground in Yemetu, Ibadan. As part of the donation, five bags of rice were distributed to each ward from Ward 1 to Ward 12, and two additional bags were given to the Ibadan North Local Government PDP executive members who are Muslims, making a total of 62 bags of rice. Additionally,…
…As party stakeholders unite, harp on internal cohesion. The executive Chairman of Oluyole Local Government Area, Engineer Akeem Olatinji, has announced a comprehensive restructuring of the security architecture in the council. The move became exigent and necessary as part of his administration’s proactive efforts towards addressing the rising concerns of kidnapping and other criminal activities along the Oyo/Ogun border at Ijebu. Olatunji disclosed this while speaking with journalists shortly after an expanded political stakeholders meeting held in his office at Idi-ayunre, the local government Secretariat. Recall that there have been several reports of attacks in Oluyole especially along Lagos-Ibadan express,…
My sojourn in politics in the last few years has made me come across various political leaders with their dealings and attributes in general. For a leader to be called a leader, it’s requires resilience. You can never become a leader by fortune or hold political offices, it’s not by showcasing your wealth or material things to impress people. It’s requires extra ordinary vast of experiences and unceasing total commitment to service of humanity. Meeting Ambassador Taofeek Oladejo Arapaja( Deputy National Chairman PDP, South) has been a great expedition in my political voyage as he has colossally displayed to us…
Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, the Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, has initiated a comprehensive inspection of schools within the local government area. The inspection tour, which began Tuesday, June 11, 2024, saw Hon. Olufade accompanied by key educational officials, including Mrs. Adewumi, the Education Secretary of Ibadan North, Director of education and social services, Alhaja Ganiyat Durodola, head of Information and photography, lala, Olufunke foluso and other management staffs. The first school on the inspection itinerary was Methodist N5 Basic School in Ward 4, where the Chairman was welcomed by Headmistress Mrs. Olaniran. She briefed Hon. Olufade on the…
A 13th minute goal by Christian Pyagbara, was enough to earn Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan all points in the NPFL Matchday 36 clash against eternal rivals, Rangers International. The packed full Lekan Salami Stadium Complex main bowl was thrown inro early celebration as the striker rose high to nod hone Ayobami Junior’s well taken corner kick. The Oluyole Warriors squandered goal scoring chances before Pyagbara’s goal and equally wasted scoring opportunities to increase the tally before the break The Gbenga Ogunbote tutored lads were stretched to the limit by the table topping Flying Antelopes who came into…