Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
In a grand celebration, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State led a high-profile delegation to Kano for the wedding ceremony of Folami Tilewa Said, the Director General of Oyo State Investment and Public Private Partnership Agency (OYSIPA), to his heartthrob, Zeinab. Deputy Governor Aminu AbdulSalam of Kano played host to Governor Makinde and his entourage, ushering them into the mosque for the official handing over of the bride, Zeinab. The ceremony witnessed the presence of key dignitaries from Kano State, including Commissioner for Women Affairs Hadjia Aisha Lawal Shaji, Commissioner for Special Duties Hadjia Amina Sanni, and Commissioner for Education…
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Sunday, commiserated with the entire Muslim Community in Oke Ogun over the death of the chairman of the Oke Ogun League of Imams and Alfas and Chief Imam of Tede, Alhaji Ahmad Tijani Adedigba. The governor described the late Chief Imam as a great leader and lover of peace, who contributed immensely to the religious harmony being enjoyed in the Oke Ogun area of the state. Makinde, who expressed his condolences to the immediate family of the late Alhaji Adedigba and the people of Atisbo Local Government, prayed to God to grant his soul…
The deputy governor of Oyo state, Barrister Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal has described the death of the Chief Imam of Tede, Alhaji Ahmad Tijani Adedigba, as a big loss to the league of Imams and Alfas in Oke-ogun and entire Muslim community in Oyo state. Adedigba, who was also the president general, League of Imams and Alfas in Oke-ogun, died on Saturday night and will be buried today according to Islamic rites. In his condolence message on Sunday, the deputy governor, Bayo Lawal described the late Adedigba as a cleric of repute, saying that he fostered religious unity, culture and tradition…
As a recognition for their contributions to the development of Osoro Kingdom, Ibadan born Engineer Olabode Oladipo otherwise known as ‘BODMAS’ and his Chartered Accountant wife, Omokemi Olufunke Oladipo, have been honored with the Chieftaincy titles of Bobadara and Yeye Bobadara of Osoro Kingdom in Igbotako, Ikale in Okitipupa, Ondo state. The Rebuja and Paramount Ruler of Osoro Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba Shedrack Gbadebo Bajowa, Labokun IV bestowed the Chieftaincy titles on the couples yesterday, Saturday 9, amid glitz and glamour. The monarch, who described the couple as highly deserving of the coveted chieftaincy titles also said they have…
The Chief Imam of Tede, in Atisbo local government areas of Oyo State, Alhaji Ahmad Tijani Adedigba, has been confirmed dead. The cleric died on Saturday night and will be buried today according to Islamic rites at his residence in Tede, Atisbo local government areas of Oyo State. According to itv blogspot report, the late Islamic scholar was the chairman of the chairman of leagues of Imams and Alfas of Okeogun area, Oyo state He died at the teaching hospital, Ilorin, Kwara State.
As an expert, the dire situation of the dearth of materials in Government Technical Colleges (GTCs) in Oyo State necessitates urgent attention from the Executive Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde. It is crucial to highlight the appeal for immediate intervention and the pressing need to revive GTCs as vocational schools in order to provide invaluable opportunities for building the minds of young individuals. First and foremost, it is essential to emphasize the importance of vocational education in building the minds and skills of young individuals. GTCs play a crucial role in equipping students with practical knowledge and skills that are necessary…
Ecstasy as mammoth crowd welcomes the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Chairmanship candidate, in the forthcoming local government election in Ona-Ara, Hon. Dr. Kolapo Temitope (a.k.a Glorious), his vice Oluwole Windapo and all Councilorship candidate for unveiling to the leaders, stakeholders, and faithful members. The event which held at the party’s general meeting, Elekuro High School playground, Owode, Ibadan. Speaking at the meeting, the PDP Party Chairman in Ona-Ara, Hon. Mosobalaje Bakare, expressed gratitude to party leaders and prominent figures in the area. He thanked the members for their overwhelming presence, setting an optimistic tone for the upcoming elections. He equally…
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Chairmanship candidate in Atiba local government, Hon. Wahab Waliu Adetunji WABKEM, on Saturday, paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Alaafin of Oyo’s son, Late Prince Abdul Fatai Adebayo Adeyemi. Late Bayo Adeyemi died during a brief illness on Friday at the University College Hospital (UCH) Ibadan, a day before his 47th birthday. He was buried according to Islamic rites on the same day at his residence in the Atingisi Tuntun area, Oyo township. Hon. Waliu Adetunji expressed shock over the death of the former Chairman of the local government pension board,…
The deputy governor of Oyo state, Barrister Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal, on Saturday, attended the wedding ceremony of the daughter of Alhajia Khadijat Olanipekun, the Secretary to Oyo Pilgrims Board, held at the Prof. Theophilus Ogunlesi Hall, UCH, Ibadan. Top Oyo government functionaries were present at the event, which was equally attended by men of Timber and Calibre. They included Chief Judge of Oyo state, Hon. Justice Iyabo Yerima; Deputy National Chairman, Taofeeq Arapaja; Senator Sumonu Monsurat; Director General, Due Process, Mis Tara Adefowope; Commissioner for Environment, Abdulmojeed Mogbojubola; Retired Head of Service, Ebenezer Okebukola and Immediate Oyo HOS, Mrs Amidat…
Excitement as the Oyo State Indigenous Students Association also known as the Federation of Oyo State Students’ Union (FOSSU) set to organize A-day Tech in various forms of skills for the undergraduate students, under the auspices of the National President, Comrade Alarape Ibraheem Ayinla. The events will be held on Friday, 15th December 2023 at Tech Hub center, Idi-Ope, Oyo township, with the theme “Pursuing Career in Tech for Global Opportunities”. According to the statement released and made available to Heritage Echo News, Alarape reaffirmed that the essence of having the right technical skills is essential for students to succeed,…