Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
Princess Folashade Abeo, the Iyaloja General of Oyo State, has responded to recent criticism regarding her appointment, emphasizing her commitment to a peaceful and empowering leadership. In a statement issued on Monday, Princess Folashade Abeo clarified that her appointment as the Iyaloja General of Oyo State followed a rigorous and well-documented process that adhered to due diligence. All Oyo State Obas participated in her coronation, and she received a certificate of office signed by market leaders in the state before the formal coronation conducted by my father, the late Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III of blessed memory. Addressing…
Administration in both private and public sectors is believed to be a process of managing and overseeing the activities of an organization to achieve its goals and objectives effectively and efficiently. This process and act is essentially based on some core values such as; commitment, adaptability, professionalism, and innovation. At inception, the administration of His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde in Oyo State, established the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources as an avenue to deliver on some of his cardinal points of improving the standard of healthcare system, standard of living and also improving the security architecture to pave the…
A Magistrate Court sitting in Yaba, Lagos state on Monday, granted Singer, Azeez Fashola also known as Naira Marley, and Lagos socialite, Balogun Eletu, known as Sam Larry bail in the sum of Twenty Million Naira (#20,000,000) with three responsible sureties Naira Marley, Sam Larry, and two others were on October 6 arraigned and remanded over their alleged involvement in circumstances surrounding the death of a musician, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. The magistrate, Adeola Olatunbosun told the defendants to submit their passports and ordered that they are to report weekly to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Panti. “As…
The People’s Democratic Party Chairmanship Candidate for the forthcoming local government election in the Ibadan North council area, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade has mourned the passing highly referred leader in the council area, Engineer Olatunji Ajuwon. Olufade expressed his profound grief at the loss of Engineer Ajuwon. He described Ajuwon’s passing as both deeply painful and profoundly surprising, emphasizing the significance of his contributions. Engineer Ajuwon, renowned for his pivotal role within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) as a leader in Ibadan North and as a prominent PDP delegate from Oyo state, played a vital role in shaping the party’s direction…
By Asiwaju Yso Oladunni, A Member of GSM Advocates Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has emerged as a beacon of transformation, leading the state to unprecedented economic growth and prosperity. Since taking office in 2019, and now re-elected for a second term in 2023, his administration’s remarkable achievements have set the pace for Oyo State’s sustainable development under the Omi-tuntun 2.0 mantra. Governor Makinde’s unwavering commitment to improving the lives of Oyo State residents has seen his administration hit all developmental indices, establishing the state as a model for progressive governance. Under his visionary leadership, Oyo State has witnessed…
The Elero of Ilero in Kajola local government of Oyo State, Oba Wasiu Oyedele Ska has expressed shock at the behavior of former President Olusegun Obasanjo when the Iseyin Campus of LAUTECH was being commissioned. Oba Saka stated that the traditional rulers never intended to disrespect the former President or the Governor by sitting down but rather, they were ready to listen attentively to Obasanjo’s speech when he jumped on them furiously and spoke to them like a pupil or like a garrison commander addressing his troops in the barracks. “We knew we could have disobeyed Obasanjo’s instruction and there…
….As shooting Stars advance to 2nd position on the group standing. A superb second half performance, capped with three well taken goals, were all that made the difference as Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan hammered Niger Tornadoes of Minna 4-1. It was a perfect response to last Wednesday’s loss to Remo Stars as the Oluyole Warriors deservedly returned to winning ways in style. The matchday seven encounter decided at the Lekan Salami Stadium, saw Ayobami Adekunle opening scoring in the 17th minute, finishing up a Joshua Akpan’s pass. With ten minutes left to end the first half, the…
Former Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Asimiyu Niran Alarape has rejected his appointment as the Senior Legislative Aide to the Federal House of Representatives Speaker, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abass It would be recalled that Alarape’s appointment is contained in a letter dated October 11, 2023, and signed by the Secretary, of Human Resources and Staff Development; Birma Shuaibu Maina on behalf of the Clerk to the National Assembly. While making the official rejection/declination statement made available personally to Heritage Echo News today 5th November 2023, the statement read in parts; “May I respectfully convey with…
The Chairmanship candidate of peoples democratic party, Mr. Mudashiru Kamorudeen has announced Hon. Jide Adeniran, one time executive chairman of Lagelu local government as Director General of his campaign. The announcement came-in in the mid-day of Sunday, with the unveiling of an all-inclusive campaign and election management team for the 2024 local election. Here’s a look at the key players in Kamoru’s campaign and election management team. Hon. Jide AdeniranCampaign- Director General (DG) Hon Wasiu OloyedeDeputy Director General (DDG)- Lagelu Centra Hon Ademola AdedejiDeputy Director General (DDG)- Lagelu West Surv Akinkunmi AbiodunDeputy Director General (DDG)- Lagelu North Hon Wasiu AkinleyeCampaign…
The Shooting Stars Sports Club, also known as Oluyole Warriors have arrived at the Adamasingba Stadium venue for the business of the day against Ikon Allah Boys, also known as Niger Tornadoes, today. Ibadan soccer lord will play at home today by 4p.m at the ongoing Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) week Seven(7). Tornadoes’ visits to Ibadan have always ended in defeats for the Minna-based side, and going by the current form of the Oluyole Warriors on home soil this season, the tide will remain the same, more so that the Hamza Abara tutored lads have been struggling on the…