Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde FNSE has remarkably championed the democratization of benefits for the people of Oyo State, exemplifying an unwavering commitment to enhancing the essence of democracy. One of the most notable strides in this pursuit is the introduction of the Omituntun SAfER Bus Scheme, a pioneering initiative revolutionizing transportation accessibility and affordability for the state’s residents. Under his leadership, this visionary project has transformed the lives of citizens, providing a reliable, cost-effective, and efficient means of commuting, ensuring ease of movement for all. The Governor’s relentless dedication to fostering inclusive growth and development through such initiatives resonates…
It’s a celebration galore today for the former two-term federal lawmaker representing the Oyo federal constituency and former chairman of Oyo State Road Maintenance Agency (OYSROMA), Hon. Mudashiru Kamil Akinlabi on his birthday anniversary. Akinlabi, a people’s Democratic Candidate for the Oyo federal constituency during the last general election remains an exemplary leader for future generations aspiring to engage in the realm of politics. In their felicitations message across social media today to celebrate a rare gem, an inspirational leader, a man of timber and caliber, an advocate of good governance who always strives for the course of growth and…
The Oyo State 11MW Independent Power Project (Gas and Solar) Independent Power Plant. The below picture shows the ongoing project by Engr Seyi Makinde-led administration in Pacesetter State under the state Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources.
A Federal High Court sitting in Osogbo has convicted five conmen for defrauding Osun Assembly ex-Speaker, Timothy Owoeye, a sum of N38 million, and releasing his nude video to the internet. The convicts; Kazeem Agbabiaka, Femi Oyebode, Abdul-Rasheed Ojonla, Babatunde Oluajo, Adebiyi Kehinde, Oyebanji Oyeniyi and Ismaila Azeez were arraigned in court on October 19th 2018. Delivering the judgement on Tuesday, Justice Emmanuel Ayoola convicted 5 persons over the offences hinged on conspiracy, advance free fraud, and cyberstalking, among others. Agbabiaka (community leader), Oyebode(community leader), Ojonla (community leader), and Babatunde (Prince) were convicted for conspiracy and advance free fraud while…
The young goalie, one of the players promoted from Team B to the main team at the start of the season, Gbolahan Babatunde (a.k.a Money) was thrown into action a few minutes before the end of the game against Niger Tornadoes. It would be recalled that Shooting Stars FC defeated Niger Tornadoes FC of Minna 4-1 last Sunday in the Nigeria Professional Football League match day Seven encounters, a game made up of a positive mindset. His Introduction was greeted with loud applause and confidently, the young lad produced some exciting moments within the few minutes he spent in between…
Oyo state commissioner for information and civic orientation, Prince Dọtun Oyelade, has described as a phobia the suggestion that Governor Seyi Makinde’s second term performance will not match his first term achievements. According to him, every activity of the state government is a pointer to how seriously Governor Seyi Makinde takes his second term mandate. Oyelade said this when the management of the News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, paid him a courtesy call in his office. In the first five months of Seyi Makinde’s second term, he said, 1174 teachers have been promoted to level 17 because of the governor’s…
The 4-1 defeat of Niger Tornadoes FC of Minna by the Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) in Sunday’s Matchday seven encounter was as a result of the determination on the part of the team. Technical Adviser of the Oluyole Warriors, Gbenga Ogunbote, while reacting to the handsome win over the Ikon Allah Boys, said the team was all out on a redemption mission, after the 0-3 loss to Remo Stars on matchday six. “It was a game we made up our mind to give our all, with the aim of redeeming our image and also to make our fans happy…
Governor Seyi Makinde has once again displayed his commitment to the welfare of the State workforce when he met with the workers today to approve a generous wage award of 25,000 naira per worker and 15,000 naira per pensioner. It is on record that the amiable Governor has consistently paid workers salaries on or before the 25th of each month for 53 uninterrupted months. He had also paid 13th month salaries for workers for the past four years. This is unprecedented in the history of Oyo State since the beginning of the current democratic dispensation in 1999. No other administration…
Oyo State Deputy Governor Barrister Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal has mourned the passage of one of the most dedicated members of the Oyo State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Engineer Olatunji Ajuwon, describing his death as a rude shock. Engineer Ajuwon, who was renowned for his pivotal role within the (PDP) as a leader in Ibadan North, and as a delegate from Oyo state, died on Monday. While expressing his condolences, the deputy governor said that the deceased’s passing had left Ibadan North’s political scene in a state of mourning and profound sadness. He also said that the deceased had always stood…
Hon. Lanre Sarumi, the PDP candidate for the federal house of representatives in Ibadan North federal constituency during the last general election, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of PDP leader, Engineer Olatunji Ajuwon, as well as the PDP family in Ibadan North Local Government and Oyo State. In a statement released earlier today, Hon. Lanre Sarumi described the news of Ajuwon’s passing as deeply shocking. “Baba Ajuwon was a core party leader and an intelligent elder statesman”.Sarumi stated. Ajuwon’s contributions to the PDP in Ibadan North Local Government and Oyo State were recognized and highly valued by…