Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
The Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin has led a delegation of the House to the scene of Tuesday’s explosion at Adeyi area of old Bodija in Ibadan. The Speaker and the other Lawmakers were conducted round the scene of the devastating explosion by officials of both the National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA and that of the State Emergency Management Agency, NEMA. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin said the visit was to assess the extent of the explosion, and to get further briefs on the possible cause of the blast. ” We are here for on the spot assessment…
…As state sets up emergency centre, provides accommodation to victims .Tinubu sympathises with state, promises support Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said the state has identified the company that stored up the explosives, which caused Tuesday explosion in Dejo Oyelese Street, Adeyi Avenue, Old Bodija, Ibadan and that they will be brought to justice. The governor stated this on Wednesday, during a press conference on the incident, held at the Briefing Room of the Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan, saying: “Those who brought this tragedy on Oyo State will be brought to book.” Governor Makinde called for calm, assuring…
… Commends first responders and urges calm and cooperation with Government Amofin Beulah Adeoye, Founder of the Beulah Olufemi Ayanfe Adeoye Trust (“BOAT”), expressed deep condolences to the families affected by the tragic explosion in Dejo Oyelese area of Adeyi in Old Bodija, Ibadan, on the evening of Tuesday, 16 January 2024. In a heartfelt press statement, the Oke-Ogun Born Financial Expert and Philanthropist conveyed profound sadness over the incident, acknowledging the reported loss of lives, injuries, and extensive damage to both private and public properties. Amofin Beulah Adeoye urged the public to provide unwavering support to first responders at…
In the wake of the devastating explosion that rocked Adeyi Avenue in Old Bodija, Ibadan, the PDP Chairmanship Candidate for Ibadan North, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, stands united with the affected community, extending heartfelt condolences and support to the victims and their families. The incident, which unfolded in a residential area, left a profound impact on the local residents, prompting Hon. Olufade to express his deepest sympathies. He acknowledged the gravity of the uncommon explosion and stressed the need for unity and support during these trying times. One notable commendation from Hon. Olufade was directed towards Governor Seyi Makinde for his…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has disclosed that over 20 houses were affected in the Tuesday night explosion that rocked the Bodija area of Ibadan, Oyo State capital. In a statement on Wednesday, NEMA said there was no information yet on casualty figures. It further revealed that a suspected Improvised Explosive Device caused the explosion. On Tuesday night, panic gripped Ibadan residents over an explosion that occurred at Dejo Oyelese Street in Bodija area of the city. “Over 20 houses were affected. Casualty figures can not be ascertained for now. Search and rescue operation is still ongoing,” the agency…
Oyo State Iyaloja General, Princess Folashade Abeo, extends heartfelt sympathies to the residents and victims affected by the unfortunate explosion that occurred on Tuesday night in Ibadan. In a statement issued by her Chief Press Secretary, Rahmon Alawode, Iyaloja General Princess Folashade Abeo commends the swift response and actions taken by Governor Seyi Makinde. The Governor promptly visited the scene of the incident, demonstrating a proactive approach in rescuing those affected and providing support to the people of Adeyi Avenue in Bodija Estate, Ibadan. The Iyaloja General expresses deep concern for the well-being of the affected residents and emphasizes the…
Into the aftermath of a devastating explosion at Adeyi Avenue, Old Bodija Ibadan, Hon. Adebayo Babajide Gabriel, Oyo house of assembly member representing Ibadan North Constituency 2 where the ugly incident happened has extended heartfelt commisiration to the victims and their families. Expressing deep sorrow over the incident, Hon. Babajide Gabriel lamented the loss of two lives and the injury of nearly 80 individuals in an explosion that took residents by surprise. He emphasized the unforeseen nature of the tragedy and offered sympathies to those grappling with the sudden loss of their loved ones. In a plea to the community,…
The Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde has hinted that illegal miners operating in the state were responsible for Tuesday night’s explosion in Ibadan. The Nation reports many persons were hospitalised following the explosion that affected a section of the Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Oyo State House of Assembly, the residence of the former Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Chief Bola Ige, some buildings at Ologuneru, Apete, New Garage, Bashorun, Akobo, Sango and Eleyele. The Governor said preliminary investigation revealed that the illegal miners had stored explosive devices in one of the houses which caused the explosion. In a statement…
The Oyo State House of Assembly has directed its Standing Committee on Commerce and Cooperatives to investigate the causes of dwindling fortune and the ailing nature of cooperative societies across the State and come up with workable solutions to revive and reposition them for effective performances. The House issued the directive at its plenary while deliberating on a motion sponsored by the House Leader, Hon. Sanjo Onaolapo, representing Ogbomoso South State Contituency. Moving the motion on a ” Passionate Appeal to the Executive Arm of Government to put necessary machinery in place towards Repositioning of Farmers’ Cooperative Society for Greater…
Residents of Ibadan and immediate environ experienced an uncommon explosion about 8pm this evening. There are various interpretations of the incident but it is important for us to state categorically that the state government has taken over and in the full control of the unfortunate occurrence in in order to mitigate the incident. All security service chiefs including para military chiefs and Fire Operatives have been deployed by the governor to Reign in the spillover from the explosion. His Excellency Governor Seyi Makinde therefore implores citizens to calm down and be rest assured that their interests are being looked after.…