Author: Opeyemi Rasheed

Olaniyi Steve Omituntun, the Personal Assistant to the former deputy Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency Barrister Hazeem Gbolarumi, congratulated Hon. Ademola Omotoso, former Chairman of Ibadan North local government on his well deserved appointment as Chairman of Oyo State Housing Cooperation. Governor Seyi Makinde had on Friday announced the constitution of a new Oyo State Housing Board to be led by Hon. Ademola Omotosho as Chairman. Olaniyi Stephen said this in a congratulatory letter sent to Hon. Ademola Omotosho and made available to newsmen in Ibadan on Saturday, describing him as an embodiment of discipline, dedication, standard and optimism,…

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The Oyo Governor’s Cup 2024 has been hailed as another evidence of talent discovery in Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration. According to the Oyo State Youth and Sports Commissioner, Hon. Wasilat Adegoke, the tournament is an opportunity for students to showcase their talents and a testament to the government’s commitment to youth development. The Commissioner praised the Governor’s support for the competition, stating, “The Oyo Governor’s Cup is a brainchild of the Governor’s vision to revive school sports and nurture young talents in secondary schools across the state.” She added, “This competition is a platform for our youths to showcase their…

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The leadership of the highest body of the Indigenous students of Oyo State: FOSSU NATIONAL has penned a heartfelt congratulations to a former commissioner of the State; Hon. Seun Fakorede and his counterpart Prince Falana Adebowale Adebayo following their new appointment. ecalled that, The Governor of Oyo State Engr. Seyi Makinde recently announced the appointment of various agencies heads, advisers and board members to his cabinet. The Governor in a letter signed by his Chief of Staff, Hon. Segun Ogunwuyi, indicated that, The former Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Hon. Seun Fakorede has been appointed as the Executive Adviser on…

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The chairman-elect of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, yesterday, paid a courtesy visit to the outgoing chairman, Hon. Waheed Akanbi Biiro, ahead of the May 24 swearing-in ceremony. The visit underscored a smooth transition of leadership and the camaraderie between the two leaders. The meeting, held at the Ibadan North council, was marked by a warm and friendly atmosphere. Both Olufade and Biiro exchanged pleasantries multiple times, reflecting the cordial relationship between the outgoing and incoming administrations. During the visit, Hon. Biiro took the opportunity to introduce Hon. Olufade to the various departments, heads of Local Council Development…

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As some People’s Democratic Party, PDP stalwarts in Oyo State recently appointed as aides to Governor Seyi Makinde continue to bask in the euphoria of their appointments, the Speaker of the State Assembly, Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin has joined many well wishers to congratulate the appointees. The Speaker who expressed joy over the appointments described the newly appointed as individuals who will add great value to their various political offices. Recall that Governor Seyi Makinde appointed Seun Fakorede former Commissioner for Youth and Sports as his Executive Adviser on Youth and Sports, Dr Akin Fagbemi former OYRTMA as Chairman, Oyo State…

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The coordinator of a support group loyal to Governor Makinde of Oyo state, The GSMist in Ibadan North Local Government, Comrade Femi Afolabi has congratulated Prince Falana Adebowale on his appointment as Chairman Oyo Agency for Youth Development by Governor Seyi Makinde, in a statement made available to newsmen on Friday. In a statement, Comrade Afolabi said, “Prince Falana Adebowale’s appointment is a well-deserved recognition of his tireless efforts and commitment to the progress of Oyo State. His passion for youth empowerment and development is inspiring, and I have no doubt that he will excel in his new role.” He…

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Former special adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on local government and chieftaincy matters, Hon. Adeniyi Adeyinka Kazim Bibire, extends his congratulations to Adebowale Falana and Hon. Ademola Omotosho for their recent appointments by the executive Governor of Oyo State. Falana, popularly known as Prince, has been pappointed as the chairman of the Oyo State Youth Development Agency, while Hon. Omotosho, a former chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, has been appointed as the chairman of the Oyo State Housing Corporation. Notably, both Omotosho and Falana hail from the same constituency as Hon. Kazim Adeniyi Adeyinka Bibire, adding a personal touch…

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President Bola Tinubu will commission the 76.67km Iseyin-Fapote-Ogbomoso road, which is the latest of the road construction revolution embarked upon by Governor Seyi Makinde. This was disclosed in a statement by the Oyo State Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade. According to the statement, the commissioning ceremony will hold at Randa area, Ogbomoso on Thursday 30th May, 2024, by 10am. The Information Commissioner said the uniqueness of the latest road named after the late former governor of Oyo State Chief Adebayo Alao-Akala Memorial Expressway is that it was constructed on a rocky, water-infested virgin land that was used mainly by…

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Hon. Oluwaseun Oyedele Oyewo (a.k.a Kosoro) has penned heartfelt appreciation to the Executive Governor of Oyo, Engr. Seyi Makinde FNSE on his reappointment as the Part-time member of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB). In a statement released and made available to Heritage Echo News, Hon. Oyewo said, “I wish to thank His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Oyo State on my re-appointment as the Part-time member, SUBEB. Hon. Oyewo described Governor Makinde as a God Sent Man to the good people of Oyo State and reiterated that he’ll continue to work progressively with the commission board chairman, Dr.…

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The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Chairman-elect of Atiba local government, Hon. Wahab Waliu Adetunji Wabkem, has expressed heartfelt congratulations to Prince Adebowale Adebayo Falana on his appointment as Chairman of the Oyo State Youth Development Agency. Wabkem described the appointment of the Director-General and Chairman of the transition committee of Ibadan North PDP as well-deserved and a perfect fit at the right time. He further acknowledged that Prince Adebowale will project a vibrant youth with well-developed potential for sustainable development in all spheres of life, including economic, social, and political. The statement reads in part: “Congratulations to Prince Adebowale Adebayo…

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