Author: Opeyemi Rasheed

The Lawmaker representing Oluyole State constituency in the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Waheed Akintayo has appreciated the Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde’ for re-appointing Hon. Olumide Akinlade as his Special Assistant on Oluyole Federal constituency. Hon. Akinlade was among the new set of appointees made on Tuesday by the Governor as Special Assistants on federal constituencies in the State. Hon. Waheed Akintayo’s appreciation message to the Governor was contained In a congratulatory statement issued to congratulate Hon. Akinlade on his re-appointment. Hon. Waheed Akintayo who is the Chairman House of Assembly committee on Information, Media, Public Affairs…

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Humanitarianism, as a philosophy centres on promoting the well-being, dignity and standard of living of all humans. This involves actions and efforts channeled or aimed at alleviating poverty, improving living conditions, and advocating for human rights in the face of crises, conflicts, or other challenges. According to Kofi Annan, “The heart of humanitarianism beats in the rhythm of empathy, understanding, and the relentless pursuit of a better world for all.” In the bustling realm of excellent nature of governance and administration in Oyo State, Barrister Seun Ashamu shines with his exceptional landmark strides as a public servant and presents himself…

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The Oyo State Government on Friday said it was not recruiting medical personnel into the civil service, noting that announcement would be made via official government channels anytime it wanted to start recruitment. A statement by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince ‘Dotun Oyelade, described the information circulating on social media that the state was recruiting medical personnel, as false and misleading. The statement reads: “It has come to the attention of the State Government that some unscrupulous elements are peddling false information on purported sales of application forms for employment of Medical Personnel into the State service.” “The…

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As part of the activities to mark the end of the year and new year 2024, the Executive Chairman of Saki-East local government, Ago Amodu, Oyo State, Alhaja (Hon.) Adeniran Rahmat Mosunmade holds interfaith prayer and lauds Governor Makinde for prioritizing workers’ welfare and sustainable development across the State. The interfaith prayer was held on Thursday at the local government secretariat complex, Ago-amodu, Oyo State, had in attendance political functionaries, career civil servants, HLGA, stakeholders and leaders, and several others. This was as Alhaja Rahmat Mosunmade lauded the executive Governor, His Excellency Engr Seyi Makinde for prioritizing workers’ welfare, ensuring…

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Oyo State PDP Media Team has responded to the recent allegations made by the embattled Oyo State APC PRO, Wasiu Sadare against Governor Seyi Makinde. In a scathing response to the unfounded accusations and attempts to shift blame, the PDP emphasizes the irony of the APC’s demand for Governor Makinde to take responsibility for personal failures. It is the APC, with its track record of failed promises and empty governance, that should be held accountable for the economic mismanagement and lack of tangible progress in Oyo State. Addressing the APC’s claim that Governor Makinde blamed the worsening economic situation on…

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Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Thursday, said that his administration will continue to create a conducive and an enabling environment for investors with great ideas to move the state forward irrespective of political affiliations or differences. The governor equally maintained that the state government would continue to encourage youths in the state, noting that the future of Nigeria rests on its youths. Governor Makinde stated this while commissioning the Omoluabi FM in Ibadan.He said that due to his administration’s commitment to creating an environment where businesses can thrive, the number of radio stations he met on the ground has…

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The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Chairmanship candidate in Atiba local government areas, Hon. Wahab Waliu Adetunji Wabkem, his vice Badmus Olaide Ismail, and all Councilorship candidates on Thursday paid a condolence visit to the family of the party’s secretary, Hon. Kehinde Aleem Over Wife demise. Late Mrs. Ayeriyina Suliyat Opeyemi Aleem died early this morning during a brief illness and was buried according to Islamic rites. The deceased was a nation builder, an academician of note, a professional teacher, and a consummate mother whose death would be felt deeply by the family. Atiba Chairmanship candidate expressed shock over the death…

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The Party Chairmen in the four Local Governments of Afijio, Atiba, Oyo East and West Of the Constituency, have felicitated with the Founder, Isokan Movement for Grassroots Development (IMGD), Oyo East Local Government & across the four Local Governments of the Constituency. In the same vein, the Leadership of PDP in Oyo East Local Government, Stakeholders, Political Functionaries, Exco Members and entire members have expressed gratitude to Engr Seyi Makinde, the Executive Governor of Oyo State for considering it worthy to put a Round Peg in a Round Hole over the appointment of Hon. Alawode Iliasu as Special Assistant to…

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The Oyo State House of Assembly has hailed Governor Seyi Makinde for appointing three immediate past members of the House as Special Assistants on Federal Constituencies. In a recent appointment reeled out by Governor Seyi Makinde, Hon. Ayo Fatokun, Hon. Francis Akinajo and Hon. Hakeem Adedibu were appointed as Special Assistants on Akinyele/Lagelu Federal Constituency, Ibadan North East/South East Federal Constituency and Iseyin,Itesiwaju,Kajola and Iwajowa Federal Constituency respectively. The House described the appointment of the trio as a further demonstration of Governor Seyi Makinde’s resolve to reward loyalty and commitment. A statement by the Chairman, Oyo State House of Assembly…

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Engr Akeem Olatunji, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Chairmanship Candidate for Oluyole Local Government in the upcoming Local Government Elections, has conveyed warm birthday felicitations to two distinguished individuals who have left an indelible mark in Oyo State. Dr. Wasiu Olatunbosun, the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, and Mrs. Bosede Sadiq, the Senior Special Assistant on Broadcast to Governor Seyi Makinde, were greeted with heartfelt congratulations and admiration for their exceptional service to humanity. Engr Akeem Olatunji, in his congratulatory message, expressed profound appreciation for the extraordinary prowess and unwavering dedication to public service demonstrated by both celebrants. He acknowledged…

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