Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
There seems to be an end to land grabbing issue in Oyo State as public hearing on land protection bill, 2023 was held today at the House of Chiefs, Oyo State Parliament building. Many people from all works of life were in attendance to submit their inputs and amendment to the bill. The Chairman House Committee on Lands and Housing, Hon. Dele Adeola in his opening remark said he was excited to welcome all distinguished guests and personalities that graced the occasion. “It is important to state that there is existing law in the State to curb the incident of…
The contentious battle on who the real Iyaloja General of Oyo State is has raged for period of time, with two personalities laying claim to the covetous title, with each camp waiting anxiously on what the final pronouncement of the Oyo State governor will be, the consenting authority on who wears the crown ultimately. Yes, it has been one camp against the other, coming up with eloquent factors that justify being deserving of the traders’ apex title. In any case, the camp of princess Folashade Abeo Nurudeen has been more outward, leaping from one conviction to another on why she…
If you are currently in Oyo State, there’s a chance you have seen or even enjoyed the convenient transport services provided by the Omituntun SAfER Bus Scheme. It’s the brainchild of Gov. Seyi Makinde, launched with the ambitious goal of revolutionizing public transportation in the state. Even if you haven’t set foot in the state, the far-reaching benefits of the transport initiative are told far and wide. Yet, it is just one of the many positive changes the Peoples’ Governor has brought to transportation in the state. For example, the expansion of the Ibadan-Iwo Road, the dualization of the Ibadan-Oyo…
…To release a list of final candidates in January 2024. The Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC), on Tuesday, announced that the commission will release the final list of candidates contesting for chairmanship and councillorship positions in the next local government council election in the state by 15th January 2024. The Chairman of the Commission, Aare Isiaka Abiola Olagunju, SAN, made this known during a meeting with the 19 registered political parties, held at the Conference Room of the Commission, Agodi Gate, Ibadan, said political parties are free to embark on the campaign from now till 26th April 2024. For political parties…
In a poignant ceremony held yesterday at the Catholic Archdiocese of Ibadan, St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church, Loyola College, Old Ife Road, Ibadan, dignitaries from diverse backgrounds converged to mark the 30th-year remembrance of Pa Philip Akika. The occasion saw the presence of royal fathers, political stalwarts, friends, and family members, both from within and outside Oyo State. The thanksgiving service, a heartfelt remembrance of Pa Philip Akika, drew dignitaries, including reputable royal fathers, political heavyweights, and well-wishers. Pa Philip Akika, who departed 30 years ago, was eulogized for a life rich in meaning. His enduring legacy lives on…
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Tuesday, presented the staff and instrument of office to the new Soun of Ogbomoso, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege III. He charged the new monarch to work for the unity of Ogbomosoland and the Council of Obas and Chiefs in the state. The governor stated this at the event held at the Soun Township Stadium, Ogbomoso, which had in attendance former Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo; Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State; the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi and the Olubadan…
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission has said Tingo Group Inc. lied about having $461.7m in its subsidiary Tingo Mobile’s Nigerian bank accounts when it only had $50 in said accounts. SEC announced this on Monday when it announced charges against the Mmobuosi Banye also known as Dozy Mmobuosi and three affiliated US-based entities of which he is the Chief Executive Officer — Tingo Group Inc., Agri-Fintech Holdings Inc., and Tingo International Holdings Inc. According to the commission, Mmobuosi is being charged in connection with an alleged multi-year scheme to inflate the financial performance metrics of his companies and…
The Oyo State House of Assembly on Tuesday passed the 2024 Appropriation Bill of four hundred and thirty-eight billion, four hundred and forty-seven million, eight hundred and seventy-eight thousand, five hundred forty-eight naira, thirty-nine kobo (N438,447,878,548.39) into law. This is higher than the initial N434,221,765,938.79 (Four hundred and thirty-four billion, two hundred and twenty-one million, seven hundred and sixty-five thousand, nine hundred and thirty-eight naira, seventy-nine kobo) presented to the House of Assembly by Governor Seyi Makinde. The passage was sequel to the presentation of the report of the House Committee on Finance, Appropriation and State Economic Planning by its…
Oyo state governor, Seyi Makinde has officially presented staff of Office to the 21st Soun of Ogbomoso, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege III. Westernmirror reports The official coronation and presentation of Staff of Office held at the Soun of Ogbomoso Township Stadium, Ogbomoso today, December 19. Oba Ghandi, in his brief some titled “My dream and my Reality”, after receiving the instrument and staff of Office from Governor Makinde, expressed gratitude to God and all who have made the day a reality. He said he accepted the new throne as a call from God to serve the…
The People Democratic Party (PDP) in Atiba Ward (04), also known as Prime Minister Ward, including executives, stakeholders, leaders, and faithful party members, has officially endorsed Hon. Wahab Waliu Adetunji Wabkem for chairmanship, along with his vice Hon. Badmus Olaide Ismail and all councilorship candidates for the upcoming local government elections in Oyo State. This endorsement took place during their consultative ward-to-ward visit at the weekly ward meeting on Monday, held at Isale-Basorun, Oyo township. Prime Minister Ward assured the campaign team of unwavering support, pledging to ensure the victory of Hon. Wahab Waliu Adetunji Wabkem and his vice Hon.…