Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
The Oyo State Government has suspended Chief Kilani Ajani as the Baale of Ilua in Saki West Local Government Area of the state. Chief Ajani’s suspension was premised on his activities, which have allegedly caused unrest and political strife within Ilua and Gbepakan communities. According to a letter addressed to the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hthe on. Olusegun Olayiwola from the Attorney-General/Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Biodun Aikomo, Chief Ajani was recommended for suspension based on a letter from the Oyo State Solid Minerals Development Agency. The suspension, which was approved by the Ministry of Local Government and…
Following a demonstration of the high cost of living, perversive hunger, and prevailing economic challenges, one of the frontline contenders for the vacant stool of Alaafin of Oyo, Prince Kolade Hafeez Siyanbola Oladigbolu has joined the pained Nigerians lamenting the economic hardship of the current administration. According to him, hardship is not today in the country, people have always been complaining of hardship even when a bag of cement was N3000 and a loaf of bread was N250,00. during the dispensation of erstwhile President Muhammad Buhari’s regime. “It’s worth noting that, as far as I am concerned,We are about to…
Leading up to the forthcoming local government elections in Atiba Local Government (LG), leaders of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) have voiced their support for Honorable Wabkem. In a unified stance, the party’s stalwarts endorsed Hon. Wabkem during their leaders’ meeting today, as the Campaign D.G for WABKEM/OLAIDE 2024 visited for prayers before commencing their campaign after the inauguration. The Campaign DG, Hon. Gabriel Oyeleke, expressed gratitude for the leaders’ support during the inauguration and urged for further backing as they prepare to campaign for the WABKEM/OLAIDE 2024 election. In response, Alhaji Qodir Olatunji, the vice chairman of the leaders’…
In this interview, Ibadan-born politician, human capital developer, and Abuja-based businessman, Hon. Akinjide Kazeem Akinola, explained reasons why he will continue to do more for the people of Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency at the best capacity of the foundation. Why are you investing so much in the people of Egbeda/Ona-Ara? Thank you for the question. I am not investing anything in Egbeda/Ona-Ara, I am only developing my federal constituency in my capacity and as a true son of the soil who believes in giving back to the society. I have lived in different classes of societies, and I understand how the…
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…