Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
Following the reconstruction of Asunle, Arapaja, Odo-Ona Kekere road in Ibadan, member representing Oluyole State Constituency in the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon Waheed Akintayo (Ilumoka) has appealed to the State Government to construct speed breakers at some of the flashpoints on the said road. Hon. Waheed Akintayo made the appeal on Tuesday while presenting a motion on the floor of the house on the need to appreciate Governor Seyi Makinde for fulfilling his promise to renovate the road. He said Governor Seyi Makinde had again demonstrated that he is a listening leader who will always address the demands…
At the Tuesday plenary in the Oyo State House of Assembly (OYHA), Hon. Babajide Gabriel Adebayo, a member representing Ibadan North Constituency 2, co-sponsored a motion aimed at addressing the issue of staff abscondment across various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) in the state. Rt. Hon. E. A. Ogundoyin, Speaker, along with Hon. S. A. Onaolapo, leader of the house, and Hon. Adebayo Babajide, took a significant step by presenting the motion. It emphasizes the necessity for a comprehensive investigation to curtail this trend, thereby safeguarding government funds and creating opportunities for the integration of fresh graduates into the civil…
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested the estranged Oyo Park Management System chairman, Alhaji Mukaila Lamidi Auxiliary, this online medium gathered. According to the information gathered, Auxiliary was arrested around some minutes to 4. pm in his House at Olodo in Ibadan and was driven along Ogungnade road, linked to Ibadan/Expressway. Multiple sources confirmed Mukaila Auxiliary’s arrest but none gave a reason why he was arrested. More details soon
The Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, High Chief Rasidi Ladoja, on Tuesday, finally withdrew the suit filed against members of Olubadan-in-Council. A credible source close to the family confirmed the suit withdrawal from court to westernmirror.com.ng on Tuesday when contacted via phone. “Yes he (High Chief Ladoja) has withdrawn the case from court. He has since directed his lawyers to withdraw the case.” The source said. Recall that High Chief Ladoja instituted a suit against the members of the Council over the beaded crown worn before the demise of the late 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun. The coast is…
In the sprawling markets and bustling streets of Oyo State, there exists a figure whose presence radiates hope, compassion, and a relentless drive for progress. That figure is none other than Princess Folashade Abeo, the Iyaloja General of Oyo State, whose unwavering dedication to the welfare and development of her people has left an indelible mark on the fabric of Oyo State. For years, Princess Folashade Abeo has been at the forefront of initiatives aimed at uplifting the lives of market women, men, and traders across the state. Through her tireless efforts, she has championed numerous projects and programs designed…
Nigeria, much like many nations around the world, is currently grappling with a fuel crisis. This scarcity of petrol, often accompanied by price hikes, has had a significant impact on transportation, causing long queues at filling stations and disruptions to daily commutes across various states and cities in the country. However, in Oyo State, the pace-setter state, there’s good news: the Omituntun SAfER bus program, led by Honorable Dikko Salami, Chairman/Sole Administrator of PaceSetter Transport Services Company PTS Oyo State, is making a real difference. Fuel Scarcity and its Ripples The fuel crisis has various causes. Internationally, conflicts like the…
There are some individuals whose hearts of gold play beyond politics. One of such is the Lawmaker representing Ibadan North Constituency 1 at the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Chief Dr. Olufunke Comforter Adeniyi-Olajide, J.P. Her lifestyle makes it easy for people to spot her uniqueness as a Woman of Virtue. She is kind-hearted, peaceful, peacemaker and a Unifier. She preaches love and peace even in times of weathering storms. One thing that stands her out is the way She added kindness to her politics. It’s not surprising though because she imbibes the great character from His Excellency, the…
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will reclaim Ondo State from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the November 2024 governorship election. The governor stated this on Monday, when he hosted leaders of the party from the South-West geopolitical zone, who converged on Ibadan to kick-start the process of reconciling PDP tendencies in Ondo State. Governor Makinde noted that the PDP family has begun to speak with one voice and that the PDP governorship candidate, Mr. Agboola Ajayi and other parties would team up to ensure that the party has a strong showing…
A member of the House of Representatives, representing Ibadan North East/South East Federal constituency in the National Assembly, Rep. Abass Adigun, popularly known as Agboworin, on Sunday, reaffirmed his dedication to serving his constituents better as legislative activities begin again after a few weeks break. He promised he would continue to work tirelessly to address the needs and concerns of the people without fail, saying nothing or nobody can frustrate him from fulfilling his agenda for the people. Agboworin, who is also the Chairman of House Committee on Narcotic Drugs, promised that upon the resumption of National Assembly, he would…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara state has urged the Minister of Defence (State), Bello Matawalle, not to be distracted by those the party called anti-progressive elements. In a statement issued on Sunday in Gusau, the APC claimed that the protest against the minister was being orchestrated by those who do not mean well for the country. In the statement signed by the publicity secretary of the paying the state, Yusuff Idris, the APC said the protesters largely comprised a rented crowd and those who did not have an iota of what they were doing. The party stated; “The…