Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
….Lauds Party Leaders, stakeholders, and Chieftains. The newly inaugurated lawmaker representing Ward 10, in Atiba local government Legislative Arms, Hon. Okunlola Abiola Emmanuel has penned an emotional heartfelt appreciation to Chief Whip of Oyo State House of Assembly representing Atiba State Constituency, Hon. Gbenga Joseph Oyekola over his nomination and ratification as Deputy leader of the Royal council legislative arms. In a statement personally signed and released to Heritage Echo News correspondence, Hon. Okunlola described the Oyo State House of Assembly Chief Whip’s presence in his life as a path to a beacon of Hope, prosperity, and unlimited blessings. He…
The executive chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has inaugurated the elected councillors from Ward 1 to 12 of Ibadan North Local Government, emphasizing the need for quality legislation among the councillors. During the swearing-in ceremony, Hon. Olufade underscored his administration’s commitment to working collaboratively with the councillors to ensure the realization of his vision for a prosperous Ibadan North Local Government. “I am happy to swear in the councillors today. I urge you to work collaboratively to elevate Ibadan North Local Government to greater heights. As the most powerful local government in Ibadan, you must make…
….As Nureni Alade charges Councilor to be united, make productive bylaws. Òyó West local government is setting the pace as Prince Akeem Salam Babatunde Olukitibi inaugurated Councilors on the first day of his second term tenure in office as the model council executive Chairman. The event held at Obba Adeyemi Multi-purpose Hall, on Tuesday, May 2024 had in attendance leaders, stakeholders, and eminent personalities from all walks of life. Speaking at the ceremony, Òyó West PDP Party Chairman, Alhaji Sarafadeen Oyedele Oloyo charged the lawmaker to make productive laws that will key into the sustainable development agenda of the re-elected…
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has announced an exciting opportunity for 500 young individuals(graduates )in the state to acquire new skills and enhance their employability. This initiative is part of Governor Makinde’s efforts to empower youth and promote economic growth in the region. Honourable commissioner for youth and sports, Honourable Wasilat Adegoke noted that through this program, participants will have access to training and resources that will equip them with valuable skills in various areas. This is a fantastic chance for young people to upskill, reskill, and gain a competitive edge in the job market. The Oyo State Employment Platform…
….. Adetunji charges them to be dutiful, accessible, and attentive to the needs of the Constituents It’s the era of restoration legacy at the Royal Council as Hon. Wahab Waliu Adetunji Wabkem assumed office on Tuesday as democratically elected Executive Chairman of Atiba Local Government Offa-meta, Oyo, marking his first day in office with the Inauguration of the local legislative arm. The event which took place at the Chairman’s office, Offa-meta Oyo, had in attendance all elected councilors including party leaders, stakeholders, party stalwarts, local executives, Heads of local government administration (HLGA), Director of Finance (DF), Director of administration and…
Between 2007 to 2009, the Ogun State government initiated a gas supply project from Lagos to the capital city in a bid to tap the overcrowded nature of industries in Lagos. A wise government like Ogun needs to explore the proximity of the state to the former capital and the nation’s economic capital. Signing a project valued to $51.10million dollars is huge and prosperous for the state to triumph over the lopsided nature of her IGR. The project consists of the construction of a 35 km x 24” diameter gas pipeline system of design capacity of 250 mmscfd from the…
Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade officially assumed his duties as the executive chairman of Ibadan North Local Government yesterday, marking the beginning of his administration with a series of significant activities and commitments to the local community. A statement made by the Head of the Media Unit, Aderibigbe Yisahu, says that coinciding with Children’s Day celebrations, Hon. Olufade took the opportunity to emphasize his dedication to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment for the youth. “Our children are our future, and I am committed to creating a community where they can thrive,” he stated during a brief address to mark the occasion.…
In a bid to foster development and efficiency within Oluyole Local Government, the new executive Chairman, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, convened a crucial meeting with top management and junior staff, union representatives, and the entire workforce of the council. The meeting which held at the council Secretariat in Idi Ayunre, council Secretariat on Monday May 27, also had in attendance, the Vice Chairman and political head of Akorede Local Council Development Area. Addressing the local government workers, the Acting Head of Local Government Administration (HLA) of Akorede LCDA, while welcoming the executive chairman who just reaumed office officially, pledged the workforce’s…
The Oyo State Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade caused commotion at a youth gathering to drive home his point when he prostrated for over 100 teenagers as he appealed to youths across the State against any form of association with drug abuse. This happened during the 2024 children’s day celebration organised by a non-governmental organisation, founded by Senior Special Assistant to Governor Makinde on local government and chieftaincy matters, Mrs Ramota Agberemi-Dabo. Prince Oyelade who challenged the over 130 students at the event to hold on to the vision of great possibilities said they should believe that their lives…
The Executive Chairman of Lagelu local government area, Hon. Mudashiru Kamorudeen has said his administration will be strongly committed to child support initiatives and protection programs. The council chairman made this known in a new statement by his office- in commemoration of the children’s day on Monday. In the statement, the Lagelu chairman gave assurance of his plans in leveraging extant laws in the state and the nation; as well as partnering with local schools, families, relevant child-based organizations and communities in addressing teenage pregnancy, child-labour, child-bullying, out-of-school menace— and every other existential crises capable of putting children at risk…