Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
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…
The outgoing Chairman of Oyo East Local Government, Hon. Saheed Adeyemi Arowosaye, popularly known as AROSAD, has expressed his deep gratitude to the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engineer Seyi Makinde, for the opportunity given to him to serve his people. In his appreciation message, Arowosaye highlighted the crucial role Governor Makinde’s support played in his successful tenure. His message reads: Your Excellency, our visionary leader and mentor, On behalf of my family, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to you for your profound impact on my political career. As my tenure as the Chairman of Oyo East Local…
The Leadership of the PDP in Oyo State been briefed and we have also seen the giant strides of outgoing Chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Hon. Muhideen Olaide Popoola Settle. In the last few days, he has embarked on commissioning of meaningful, people driven and strategic projects that he initiated and built in the interests of the people. The Projects that Hon. Settle commissioned are as follows: Some of the Projects commissioned Includes: Omituntun police divisional headquaters onigambari along Onipe Ijebu ode road. Afagbon police post soka ajawele aba ode road Omituntun cemetery ese apata elewura village ward 8. Operation…
In a bid to strengthen the partnership between the state and federal governments in promoting sports development, the Oyo State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Ms. Wasilat Adegoke, met with the Minister of Sports, Senator John Enoh in Enugu at the 3 days event in Enugu Sports for National Unity and Social Economic Growth. The meeting centered on the upcoming National Council on Sports Forum, a platform aimed at harmonizing sports policies, sharing best practices, and addressing challenges in the industry. Adegoke expressed her support for the forum, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in driving sports growth and development. According…
Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan showed class as they secured a 2-0 win over Lobi Stars FC of Makurdi to seal qualification for the President Federation Cup Round of 16. A goal in each half were all the Oluyole Warriors needed to subdue the Makurdi based side, in the all NPFL sides affair, decided at the Awka City Stadium. The encounter was barely six minutes old when Christian Pyagbara headed past goalkeeper Lucky Abdullahi, off a pull out by right back Muritala Taiye. It would have been harvest of goals for the Ibadan soccer lords in the first…
The Oyo State House of Assembly Committee on Security and Strategy continues its mission towards ensuring effective working relationship with the security agencies in the state. This time around, the Committee visited the Oyo State Commands of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Department of Security Service (DSS). Speaking at the Eleyele Police Command, the leader of the delegation and Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, lauded the Police for its efforts in reducing and preventing crimes in Oyo State, particularly its prompt response to the invasion of…