Author: Opeyemi Rasheed

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Friday, condoled with a foremost chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Pa Jacob Gbadebo Adetoro, on the death of his son and a vice chairmanship candidate of the PDP in the forthcoming LG election, Mr. Adegbite Adetoro. The governor equally commiserated with the PDP family in Olorunsogo Local Government, Igbeti, noting that Gbite’s death is a sad and personal loss to him and the PDP in the state.Governor Makinde, who described the deceased as a promising young man with a lot of potential, prayed to God to comfort the Adetoro family and to…

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has commiserated with the Member representing Ibadan South-West/Ibadan North-West Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Dhikrullah Adedeji Stanley Olajide, over the passing away of his father, Alhaji Abdullateef Akin-Tokunbo Olajide. Governor Makinde sympathised with Hon. Olajide, popularly known as Odidiomo and prayed to God to grant eternal rest to the soul of Pa Olajide and grant his family the fortitude to bear the loss. Alhaji Olajide, the father of Hon. Olajide, passed away in the early hours of Friday.The governor said: “I express my condolences to Hon. Dhikrullah Adedeji Stanley Olajide, whose father,…

Ahead of the April 27 local government election, Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde has urged the electorates to vote for their preferred candidates. Nothing that the election will make it the second time his government has conducted a council poll in less than five years, the governor recalled that the previous administration did not conduct local government elections for seven years out of its eight-year tenure. Makinde advised while receiving top government functionaries and dignitaries, who paid him Sallah’s homage at his Ikolaba residence. The visitors were led by Deputy Governor, Bayo Lawal. Slamming the opposition, the governor said the…

The Olubadan-in-Council is pleased to announce the official nomination of the Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, as the next Olubadan of Ibadanland. Following the passing of the esteemed Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, the council has carefully considered and endorsed Oba Owolabi Olakulehin as the rightful successor to the revered throne. More details will be provided in due course as the council continues to finalize arrangements for the official coronation ceremony.

The Chairman of Pacesetter Transport Service, PTS, Dr Ibraheem Oladimeji Salami, popularly known as Dikko, has stated that the Agency is building a legacy with the Sustainable Action for Economic Recovery, SAfER initiative of the current administration. Dikko, who stated this During an interview on Honor 103.5FM, in the program titled “NINU OKO OMITUNTUN” hosted by seasoned presenter Balogun Samson, Dikko highlighted the impactful strides of the SAfER Bus Scheme in the state. He noted that under the astute leadership of Governor Seyi Makinde and his stewardship, the SAfER Bus Scheme has been a revolutionized transportation reshaping the daily experience…

A member of House of Representatives, who represents the Ibadan North East/South East Federal constituency, Rep Abass Adigun, popularly known as Agboworin, and some other members of the lower chamber, joined the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abass PhD, to celebrate this year’s eid-el-filtr with him in his hometown in Zaria, Kaduna State. Agboworin, who is also the Chairman of the House Committee on Narcotic Drugs, was equally part of other members, who were specially invited to grace the occasion of the conferment of traditional titles of Turaki on the Speaker’s two sons and a long-standing friend, Aminu Ramalan. The Speaker,…

Chief Jacob Adetoro, A chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party in Oyo state, had lost one of his Sons, Gbite Adetoro. Westerndaily.com reports. Gbite Adetoro who was the vice chairmanship candidate of PDP in Olorunsogo local government died around 6 am yesterday at an undisclosed hospital in Igbeti, his hometown. According to information gathered, Gbite Adetoro, who is a candidate for an election, is expected to fill and sign some documents at the State Security Service, so was invited to DSS at Igbeti, Olorunsogo local government office. He arrived in Igbeti from Oyo town on Tuesday afternoon and left the…

Lagelu PDP chairmanship candidate, Hon. Mudashiru Kamorudeen has congratulated Muslim Umah on the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr. His message reads: Warm greetings to Muslims across and around Lagelu local government area and Oyo State— as we celebrate the completion of Ramadan, a holy month of prayer, fasting, reflection, and good works. As a religion, Islam has been a source of profound strength and guidance for many— and, proud to say members of the Muslim Lagelu community have made enormous contributions to our life in the local communities. As we celebrate, I ask that we join together in sharing the wellsprings of…

Governor Seyi Makinde has intervened in the ongoing dispute over the position of Iyaloja-General in Oyo State, urging those promoting division to cease their actions. The controversy, sparked by conflicting claims to the title by Princess Folashade Abeo and Alhaja Saratu Aduke, has caused unrest within the market community, raising concerns about its impact on commerce and unity in the state. Makinde, addressing the issue at his Ikolaba private residence, emphasized the need for unity and discipline, calling on those behind the discord to refrain from further exacerbating tensions. “Two days ago when I went to break the Ramadan fast…

Following the Eid-el Fitr celebrations marking the end of Ramadan, the Executive Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, has issued a strong caution against divisive behaviors concerning the Olubadan throne, the coming local government election, and controversies surrounding the succession to the Olubadan throne, calling on all concerned parties to focus on issues that unite the people rather than divide them. According to Westernmirror.com reports, Makinde, who felicitates with the Muslim faithful, emphasized the importance of unity during this Ramadan festive season as well as the period of mourning the late Olubadan of Ibadan, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Mahood Lekan…