Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
The Executive Chairman of Atiba Local Government, Offa-meta, Oyo, Hon. Wahab Waliu Adetunji Wabkem, has assured the residents of Atiba of an all-inclusive grassroots administration aimed at enhancing rural-urban development, thereby creating opportunities for local economic growth and prosperity. The esteemed Golden Son of the Royal Council made this announcement today after being sworn in as the Executive Chairman of Atiba by His Excellency Engr. Seyi Makinde at the House of Chiefs, Secretariat Ibadan. According to him, “I am highly delighted by the trust the good people of Atiba have placed in me through their massive votes, ensuring an all-round…
…Commiserates with Oyo Indigene and the Nation in general. Hon. Kehinde Gbade Oshin has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the doyen of the people, Chief Sulaiman Ajibola Afonja, the erstwhile Chairman of First Bank of Nigeria. Afonja passed away on Sunday at 82 years at the University College Hospital UCH, Ibadan Oyo State capital. In a statement released and made available to Heritage Echo News, Hon. Gbade Oshin described the deceased as a pathfinder, who shows others a pathway to succeed and explores his selfless service to humanity. Prince Afonja was a role model to many, his hobby…
The newly sworn-in Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government Area, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has made his first official appointments following his inauguration by the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde. The announcement was made during a reception organized by the local government’s transition committee at the council secretariat. Hon. Olufade emphasized that these initial appointments are crucial for facilitating the smooth functioning of his administration and ensuring efficient information dissemination and administrative processes. The appointees are: Speaking at the event, Hon. Olufade expressed his gratitude to the residents of Ibadan North for their support and confidence in his…
The Chairman, Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Hon Adebo Ogundoyin has addressed the opening session of a 3day retreat on Constitutional Review with a pledge that State Assemblies will support all amendments that will ensure entrenchment of true federalism in the country. The Chairman gave the assurance on Friday at Ikot-Ekpene, Akwa-Ibom State at the retreat organised by the House of Representatives Committee on the review of the 1999 Constitution. Hon. Ogundoyin noted that some fundamental national issues such as State Police, Resource Control and Revenue Allocation, Decentralisation or Devolution of Powers to States among others must…
The executive governor of Oyo state has sworn in the 33 chairmen in Oyo state and charged them to replicate good governance at the grassroots, declaring that there must be no room for excuses to deliver on their mandates and must uphold the principles of rule of law According to Westernmirror.com.ng reports, the swearing in ceremony held today, May 24 at the House of Chiefs, Oyo state parliamentary complex, Agodi secretariat, Ibadan. The Deputy Governor, Barrister Adebayo Lawal, who represented the Governor at the ceremony congratulated the newly sworn in executive chairmen and vice chairmen. The Chief Judge of Oyo…
A group that promotes the good governance of Governor Makinde, GSM Advocates has extended its warmest congratulations to Engr. Akeem Olatunji, the newly elected Chairman of Oluyole Local Government on his well-deserved victory as well the swearing into the office as elected chairman. The group also commended Governor Seyi Makinde for setting another pace in Oyo State by becoming the first Governor to conduct two lawful local government elections. In a statement released by the GSM Advocates, the group praised Governor Makinde for his unwavering commitment to democratic values and his dedication to strengthening grassroots governance. “Governor Makinde has once…
….Pledges to meet NANNMS 8 Points Demand The Oyo State Government has announced that the recruitment of Nurses Midwives,Nurse Educator and others into general hospitals across the state to address the gross shortage of staff to improve health care delivery in the state will commence soon The Chairman, Oyo State Hospitals Management Board, Dr. Akin Fagbemi stated this during a closed-door meeting with the leadership of the Association in his office, pledging that the government will work to meet eight points demand of the Association. He noted the acknowledgment of various letters written by the Association to the Board before…
The outgoing Chairman of Surulere South LCDA, Hon. Murufu Gbadamosi A.K.A Obalagbe shows sincere appreciation to Governor Seyi Makinde and PDP party leaders at all levels for their support during his tenure. In a Presss statement release and made available to Heritage Echo News, Obalagbe shared his scorecard of achievements while in office. The statement read in parts; “As my tenure as the Local Council Development Area comes to an end, I want to appreciate God Almighty who was there for me throughout my time in office. It has been an honor and a privilege to serve the people of…
In a tragic incident earlier today, a severe accident on the Oyo-Iseyin road has resulted in multiple fatalities and numerous injuries. The accident, which occurred under unknown circumstances, has left the community in shock and mourning. Witnesses report that the collision involved several vehicles, causing significant damage and chaos on the roadway. The exact number of casualties has yet to be confirmed, but initial reports indicate that several people have lost their lives, and many others have sustained injuries ranging from minor to critical. Anyone who has family or friends who may have traveled on the Oyo-Iseyin road today is…
The Oyo State Government has joined forces with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) and Precious Stones multi ventures, a licensed business development services consulting firm, to train Nano Business owners in the State. This was made known by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Trade, Industry, Investment and Cooperatives, Dr. Olubunmi Babalola, at a day entrepreneurship development training programme for Nano Business in Oyo State tagged “Oyo Scale up 80 project,” held at the Training hall, Precious Stones multi ventures, old Kingsway building, Dugbe, Ibadan. Dr. Olubunmi Babalola, who was represented by the Deputy Director of…