Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
A Member of the GSM ADVOCATES “In times of economic hardship, true leadership is revealed through acts of compassion and empathy.” In the midst of prevailing economic challenges in our country, Governor Seyi Makinde has illuminated hope by extending a gesture of generosity to civil servants. Despite the prevailing economic hardship, his actions have brought smiles to the faces of those tirelessly serving the state. ● Upholding Promises:Governor Makinde’s decision to extend the wage award despite the Federal Government still owing two months out of the six months promised,not only demonstrates his empathy but also showcases his commitment to fulfilling…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Chairmanship candidate, Hon. Peter Oluokun, and his vice Abdulwasiu Ademola Mustapha Waspha campaign and steering committee, as well as all Councilorship candidates in the forthcoming Local government election in Oyo East on Tuesday, stormed the village to solicit their support. The villagers across the 42 polling units in Oyo South East LCDA under the umbrella of the Isokan, in General, threw their weight behind the re-election bid of Hon. Olusola Peter Oluokun and Hon. Wasiu Waspha. They declared their unflinching support for all the candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party, noting that Governor Seyi Makinde…
Ibarapa born Commissioner for Trade, Investment, Industry, and Cooperative in Oyo state, Otunba Ademola Ojo has expressed confidence in the capacity of the new Asigangan of Igangan in Ibarapa North local government, Oba Rafiu Olaniyi Adeniyi, Ariwoola Aakko II, in bringing his network of influential friends and associates to bear on the development of the area. This Commissioner equally congratulates Onimeleke of Imeleke, Oba Surajudeen Babatunde Obatade and Bansa of Ilusa, Oba Olukunle Johnson Makinde, both in Igboora, Ibarapa Central local government, as they also received their staff of office from the governor of Oyo state. While the Asigangan of…
The Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin has congratulated the new Asigangan of Igangan in Ibarapa North Local Government, Oba Rafiu Olaniyi Adeniyi, Ariwoola II on receiving instrument of office from the State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde. The Speaker in congratulatory message wished the new Oba a peaceful reign. The new Kabiyesi emerged from the Oyiigun Ruling House following the death of Oba Lasisi Olawuyi Adeoye Aribiyan I. “Hearty felicitations to the new Asigangan of Iganganland on this historic occasion. Congratulations to our people in Iganganland. May the reign of our new Oba usher in more development…
In an efforts to revitalize Oyo State’s cultural heritage and enhance revenue streams, Hon. Babajide Gabriel, representing Ibadan North Constituency 2 in the Oyo State House of Assembly, has proposed a motion for the urgent renovation and transformation of the Cultural Centre located in Mokola, Ibadan. The motion, moved by Hon. Babajide Gabriel seconded by Hon. Yusuff Adelani during today’s plenary session on Tuesday, February 20, 2023, aims to rejuvenate the once vibrant hub into a modern 3D cinema complex, with the goal of attracting tourists and reigniting economic activity in Oyo state. The Cultural Centre, formerly a focal point…
In a bid to improve education in his constituency, the lawmaker representing Ibadan NorthEast/SouthEast federal constituency, Hon. Abass Adigun Agboworin has distributed another batch of educational materials to both Primary and Secondary School Students within his Constituency. Presenting the millions worth of materials to head teachers and stakeholders on Monday, the lawmaker said, the gesture is part of his 2023/2024 projects to improve teaching-learning in the areas. Agboworin said he decided to carry out the gesture to improve education in the area, and also reduce the financial burden on parents of students at this crucial period. The materials distributed to…
Oyo State Government has disbursed N500 million to 2,085 owners of small businesses in the state to boost their enterprises as part of the Sustainable Action for Economic Recovery (SAfER) initiative. Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, had promised to support small business owners with N500million single-digit-interest loan to stimulate small businesses in the wake of the removal of subsidy on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly called petrol. The loans, made available to all categories of small business operators from all parts of the state, were routed through seven microfinance banks. The banks are Ebedi Microfinance Bank, Iseyin; Fullrange Microfinance Bank,…
As part of the Oyo state government’s efforts to reposition the Bola Ige international market (Gbagi Ibadan), the newly engaged facility management company, Afia Construction and Building Engineering Consultancy Services Ltd, has engaged some capable individuals in repositioning the market complex. The three experts were Mr Bakole Akeem, who is joining the board of directors as Director of finance; Mr. Adebanjo Olusegun Christopher, who will become the director of operations; and Mr. Yahya Hamed Adanla, who will take on the role of public relations manager. This was contained in statement made available to newsmen by the CEO of Afia Construction…
Chief tactician of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan, Gbenga Ogunbote believes his side deserved at least a point from the Matchday 20 tie against Enyimba FC of Aba. In his post match reaction after the Oluyole Warriors fell 0-1 to the People’s Elephants at the Enyimba International Stadium, Aba, the former Sunshine Stars FC handler blamed the loss on carelessness on the part of the team. “The game has been won and lost, we will take the positives. Be it as it may, sometimes, you give it your all but you don’t get the desired result, at worse,…
The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has presented the staff and instrument of office to the Asigangan of Igangan land, HRM. Oba Rafiu Olaniyi Adeniyi Ariwoola. He tasked the newly installed monarch with promoting the unification of Igangan land and exhibiting the wisdom and humility expected of a leader of his calibre. Governor Makinde, who was represented by his deputy, Barrister Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal, stated this on Monday at the event held at Federal Technical College, Igangan, which had in attendance members of Oyo Elders and Advisory Advisory Councils; Government functionaries; Royal fathers, among others. The Governor said the…