Author: Opeyemi Rasheed

The newly appointed Special Assistant to Governor Seyi Makinde on Constituency Matters (Governor’s Liaison Officer) for Oyo Federal Constituency, Hon. Akin Alawode, has passionately appealed to both Awe and Oyo Communities to sheathe their swords and embrace peace for meaningful resolutions of the impasse between them so as to allow for peace, development and harmonious relationship. He said that the two communities have been co – existing for centuries and consequently, should be able to resolve whatever their differences amicably and by lawful means. Akin Alawode, in a statement released, admired and praised the quick interventions of the Executive Chairmen…

Amidst the boundary dispute between Aawe and Kieseni communities, Alhaji Hon. Prince Arowosaye Saheed Adeyemi Arosad, the Executive Chairman of Oyo East local government, led the Oyo East traditional council and other top government officials on Tuesday for an on-the-spot assessment of the damages in Kieseni community. Arosad, accompanied by Hon. Mrs. Mojisola Kafilat Olakojo, the executive Chairperson of Atiba local government, Hon Bamise Alabi (Oyo Southeast LCDA), and security agencies, inspected the affected houses in the Kieseni community, including those in Ajoda Igbo Olosun village and Ondese village, both severely damaged during the dispute. Addressing the illegal incident, Chief…

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Ward (04) Isale-Basorun and Ward (01) Oke-Aafin, in Atiba local government areas of Oyo State, has expelled Hon. Afeez Olanrewaju Basorun and Hon. Akerele Kayode Oyewole from the party. According to the ward chairmen, the incumbent Supervisor for Health in Atiba local government, Hon. Afeez Olanrewaju Basorun, and the secretary to Atiba local government, Hon. Akerele Kayode Oyewole, were expelled for alleged anti-party activities and defamation of character against a loyal party member. Briefing the media at an emergency meeting held at L. A Primary School, Saabo, Oyo, the expulsion of the duo was…

The Oyo State House of Assembly has appealed to the State Government to construct Speed Breaksers at some Flash Points on the newly Constructed Oyo – Iseyin and some identified flash points in order to prevent the occurrence of Road accidents occasioned by reckless driving. This was part of resolves on a motion sponsored by the lawmaker representing Oyo East / West State Contituency, Hon. Olorunpoto Rahman, and seconded by Hon. Gbenga Oyekola of Atiba State Contituency. Presenting the motion during the plenary today, Hon. Olorunpoto explained that many drivers do not drive with caution to prevent the occurrence of…

The Oyo State House of Assembly on Tuesday confirmed the appointment of Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran as the Executive Chairman, Oyo State Basic Education Board, OYOSUBEB. The House also confirmed the appointment of a former Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Barr. Abdulrahman Abiodun AbdulRaheem as Chairman of a board. The confirmation of the duo followed the presentation of the reports of the House Committee on Education (Basic & Secondary) and that of Education, Tertiary Institutions, Science and Technology. Recall that Governor Seyi Makinde had last week forwarded the names of the two nominees to the Oyo State House of…

The Leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party in Oyo State has now ratified and confirmed the below names as the Federal Constituency Campaign Coordinators for the forthcoming Local Government Council Elections. The responsibility of the Federal Constituency Campaign coordinators is to mobilize and work very closely with the State Election Management Committee that will be released soon and the recently released State Campaign Council. It is highly imperative for the federal constituency coordinators to also work hand in hand with the candidates and other relevant stakeholders in their respective Constituencies The Federal Constituency Coordinators must ensure that our Party runs…

By Yso Oladunni, a Member of the GSM Advocates “Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge.” – Simon Sinek In the intricate tapestry of representation, Hon. Femi Julius has emerged as a beacon of progress for the Saki West State Constituency. As we stand at the cusp of a rerun election scheduled for February 3, 2024, let us delve into the compelling narrative of a leader who has not only made promises but, crucially, has kept them. Empowering Through Action: Hon. Femi Julius, an unwavering advocate for the people, has redefined…

…We’ll extend temporary accommodation for victims- Gov. Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Monday, received the Minister of Solid Mineral Development, Mr. Dele Alake, noting that the government will do everything to look after the affected people and look at all the issues involved. The Minister, who lauded Makinde for doing what he described as “a yeoman’s job…in terms of the speed of his response to this unfortunate incident,” said President Bola Tinubu and the Presidency are impressed. Governor Makinde, while speaking after a closed-door meeting with the minister, maintained that the state government is awaiting the reports of…

In a recent development, the Oyo State Anti-Corruption Agency (OYACA) has dismissed allegations of the submission of a fake WAEC result against Mr. Wahabi Waliu Adetunji (a.k.a Wabkem), the Atiba Chairmanship Candidate for the People’s Democratic Party’s primaries election in 2023. A petition dated 8th September 2023, prompted the OYACA to conduct a thorough investigation into the claims against Mr. Wahabi Waliu Adetunji. Upon receiving the petition, the Agency initiated a meticulous investigation, interviewing key individuals involved, including the representatives of the petitioners and Mr. Adetunji himself. Collaborating with the West African Examination Council (WAEC), the Agency verified the authenticity…

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has presented the report of last Tuesday’s explosion at Dejo Oyelese Close, Adeyi Avenue, Bodija, Ibadan to President Bola Tinubu. Makinde was at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, to present the report to the president, at the weekend. The president had earlier commiserated with the government and people of Oyo State following the incident, while he also directed the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA “to work with the Oyo State Government to offer immediate and comprehensive relief to the victims.” President Tinubu had equally called on all concerned agencies of government to quickly unravel the…