Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
.Promises to engage The Polytechnic Ibadan alumni over name change Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Friday, reiterated his administration’s commitment to upholding quality and excellence in state-owned tertiary institutions by continuing to provide necessary support to them. The governor stated this while inaugurating the Governing Councils of five state-owned higher institutions, namely; The Polytechnic Ibadan, Ibadan; Oke Ogun Polytechnic, Saki, now Michael Koleoso Polytechnic, Saki; Oyo State College of Agriculture, Igboora; Oyo State College of Education, Lanlate and Oyo State College of Health Science & Technology, Ibadan. Those inaugurated as chairmen are Prof Lanre Nassar, Rt. Hon. Babatunde…
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Borno and Yobe State Command, has successfully recovered funds from thirty eight abandoned constituency projects, those poorly executed or fail to meet contractual standards. The Borno State Deputy Director of the Commission, Linus Madashi, stated this during a media parley in Maiduguri as part of activities marking the 2025 African Anti-Corruption Day. According to Madashi, the recovery exercise targeted funds misappropriated, diverted or underutilized by contractors and public officials responsible for the implementation of constituency projects in both Borno and Yobe States.
..As S/West PDP leaders reaffirm support for party Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is an institution that cannot be threatened by talks about an emerging coalition, noting that the party remains united and undivided in the South-West geopolitical zone. The governor said that PDP leaders in the South-West have resolved that as responsible leaders, they would stay in the party and fix whatever challenges arise, adding that the PDP will deal with its issues and come out stronger as the only credible political alternative for Nigerians. Governor Makinde stated this on Friday,…
The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly and Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has been honoured with an Outstanding Leadership Award by the Ibadan Royal Highnesses and the Council of Baales of Ibadanland. The prestigious recognition was presented on Thursday during a courtesy visit to the Speaker’s office at the Oyo State House of Assembly Complex, Ibadan. Speaking on behalf of the delegation, the Oniladuntan of Laduntan, Oba Adebowale Kamorundeen Adeyemi JP described Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin as a young, dynamic leader who has brought innovation, dignity, and excellence…
The Deputy Chief of Staff to Governor Seyi Makinde, Hon. Kazim Adeyinka Adeniyi Bibire, on Thursday, attended the political meeting of his ward(Ward 1), Ibadan North Local Government, where he reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to grassroots politics and the progress of his constituency. Addressing party faithful and residents, Hon. Bibire expressed profound gratitude to members of the ward for their steadfast support during the recently concluded primary election struggle. He described their backing as invaluable and a testament to the unity and resilience of Ward 1. “I’m proud to come from Ward 1. Your support has been a pillar for…
It’s an honor to speak at the prestigious Prof. Akin Iwayemi Personality Lecture Series, held on Tuesday at Olabamiji Hall, Department of Peace, Security and Humanitarian Studies, University of Ibadan. This gathering serves as a poignant reminder that while ideas are crucial, it’s action that truly drives meaningful change. “Let There Be Light” is not just a slogan. In Oyo State, it’s a daily prayer for millions. The real cost of darkness is not just measured in naira or megawatts. It’s measured in students who can’t study after sunset, businesses that never scale because of high generator costs, and mothers…
As the political temperature rises ahead of the Ibadan North Federal Constituency Bye-election slated for August 16, one thing has become increasingly clear: the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State is setting the standard, not just in governance, but in empathy, integrity, and the kind of leadership that truly connects with the people. This reality was powerfully reaffirmed during the one-year remembrance of the late Hon. Musiliu Olaide Akinremi, popularly known as Jagaban, a lawmaker who represented Ibadan North Federal Constituency under the banner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) before his untimely demise. While many would have expected…
..Says govt’ll move against phone use, malpractices in secondary schools Oyo State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Hon. Segun Olayiwola, has said that the positive turnaround witnessed by the education sector in the state is as a result of Governor ‘Seyi Makinde visionary and insightful leadership. He noted that the administration has implemented many policies towards transforming the sector, which prior to Governor Makinde’s assumption of office in 2019, had become deplorable, with education quality at its lowest ebb. Olayiwola, who spoke at the Omituntun 2.0 Inter-Ministerial Briefing on Thursday, said the government’s policies on budgetary allocation, reducing the…
The Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde has been decorated as the Grand Patron of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), Oyo State Branch, in recognition of his unrelenting support for the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors in the state. The decoration took place during the 2025 PSN Oyo State Scientific Week and the Launching of the Pharmacy House Secretariat Complex, held at Mauve 21 Event Hall, Ring Road, Ibadan. The event had in attendance, top dignitaries, professionals, and stakeholders in the pharmaceutical industry from across the state. In his remarks, Pharm. (Col.) Victor Segun Ajanaku (rtd), the Chairman…
Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Barr. Temilola Seun Ashamu, said on Thursday that the Oyo State Government has been working hard towards positioning the state as Nigeria’s leading sub-national in terms of climate action and sustainable systems, while also creating green jobs. The Commissioner stated that the mandate of the Ministry is beyond refuse collection as it is erroneously portrayed, saying that the Ministry is saddled with the responsibility of executing environmental reforms across urban waste management, climate resilience and ecological infrastructure. Speaking at the morning session of the Omituntun 2.0 Inter-Ministerial Briefing held at the Governor’s Office Briefing…