Author: Opeyemi Rasheed

Governor Seyi Makinde is a shining example of a leader who prioritizes the welfare and concerns of his citizens above all. His commitment to giving the people of Oyo State the best aid makes it truly commendable. He listens attentively to their needs, and his actions reflect a dedication to improving their lives. His commitment to improving the lives of residents is evident in his numerous initiatives, including the Omituntun bus scheme which has emerged as a quick and effective relief for the citizens of Oyo State from the burden of fuel Subsidy Removal and the rising cost of living.…

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The Chairman, Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria who is also the Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin has assured the National Executive Council of Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria, PASAN that the Conference is in talks with the Governors’ forum on the implementation of financial autonomy for State Legislatures. Hon. Ogundoyin gave the assurance at a meeting of the Conference with the National Executive Council of PASAN led by its President, Mohammed Usman in Abuja. According to the Conference Chairman, the meeting was to discuss ways of averting the nationwide industrial action called by…

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Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, said on Saturday that his administration will continue to do everything within its power to cushion the effects of the economic hardship the people are faced with, urging residents of the state to continue to cooperate with his government. The governor, who acknowledged that Nigerians were going through difficult times, said that the people would have to cooperate with the government of the day and also seek the face of God at this trying period.The governor said this at the Oja’ba Central Mosque, Ibadan, where he attended the installation of a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)…

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Hon Mudashiru Kamorudeen has extended his warm greetings to the duo of Abiodun Oluwaseun Laurel and Victor dideoluwa Olojede on their well deserved re-appointment as Senior Special Adviser on Project delivery and Student Affairs respectively to Gov Oluwaseyi Abiodun Makinde (The Fogbontolu of our time). In a statement issued out through his media aide, he described the duo as a young and talented youth who has being a source of inspiration among their peers. On their re-appointment, they have impacted so much well in their various offices in Omituntun 1.0 administration of Governor Seyi Makinde through their commitment, loyalty, selfless…

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…Says constitution be amended for the respect of culture and tradition. The Sabigana of Igana land , Oba Saliu Azeez Oyemonla Agunloye has stated reasons why monarchs being humiliated by the former president, Olusegun Obasanjoduring the inauguration of a 34.85 km Oyo-Iseyin Road and the completed Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Iseyin Campus, which houses the College of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources. The former President, who was a guest of Governor Seyi Makinde, commanded traditional rulers to stand up and after they complied, he then ordered them to sit down. He said the former president being an elder…

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Twenty-seven (27) secondary schools are expected to participate in the inaugural GSM/Elegant football competition across the Ido local government areas of Oyo State. The championship competition is scheduled to commence at various zones across the Ido council area on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. Mr. Adedamola Olajide (a.k.a. Elegant), the organizer of the event, acknowledged that the competition is designed to align with Engr Seyi Makinde’s sustainable development agenda in the area of sporting activities. He emphasized that the competition is intended to provide secondary school students with a high level of football competition and expose them to international standards as…

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In a progressive development, the Oyo Metropolitan Development Association, under the leadership of the forum’s spokesperson, Archbishop Prince Ayo Ladigbolu, and other executive members, paid a courtesy visit to Reynolds Construction Company (RCC), the contractors responsible for the Oyo-Ogbomoso Section II dual-carriageway Expressway. The purpose of the visit was to discuss safety matters and the quality of work completed thus far. The forum commended the Federal Ministry of Works and RCC for their excellent work on the Oyo-Ogbomoso section of the road. They also made a few requests, including the need for a U-turn diversion to Obada Market, to improve…

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In a remarkable feat, Bashorun Adeniji Saintabey has triumphed over 140,000 participants to become the champion of the Library Innovation Competition 2023. This prestigious competition aims to recognize and encourage individuals who bring forth groundbreaking ideas to revolutionize library systems and services. Saintabey’s innovative concept, which stood out amongst the numerous submissions, showcases a comprehensive digital platform that transforms the traditional library experience into a seamless and accessible virtual realm. This platform integrates cutting-edge technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR), to create an immersive and inclusive environment for users. The revolutionary design employs…

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Prince Adebowale Falana, a prominent youth in Oyo State and former personal assistant to the Chief of Staff to Governor Seyi Makinde, has warmly congratulated Victor Dideoluwa Olojede and Oluwaseun Akintola Laurel on their well-deserved reappointment and promotion from the positions of Special Assistant (S.A) on Student Affairs and Project Delivery to Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Governor. Prince Falana celebrated this significant development, highlighting it as a testament to the exceptional contributions of both Victor Olojede and Oluwaseun Laurel during the successful first term of Governor Seyi Makinde, often referred to as “Omituntun 1.0.” “Victor and Oluwaseun have…

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