Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
As the 2023 Supplementary budget forwarded to the Oyo State House of Assembly by Governor Seyi Makinde scales 2nd reading, the State lawmakers have harped on the need for the State Government to put new measures in place towards expanding and broadening the tax net of the State in order to fund the budget increment. This was part of the submission of the lawmakers as the 2023 Supplementary budget is referred to the House Committee on Finance, Appropriation and Budget for further scrutiny. It would be recalled that Governor Seyi Makinde is seeking the upward review of the 2023 budget…
The Oyo Park Management System ‘PMS’ on Monday disclosed its readiness to complement the efforts of the state government in information dissemination. The PMS chairman, Alhaji Oluwatomiwa Omolewa ‘Tommy’ disclosed this in his office at New Garage, on Monday while taking the delivery of the ” Plastic Board Information Carrier ” from the Special Assistant to the state governor on Digital Media, Daramola Fisayo. Tommy explained that the PMS being one of the government’s agencies also can inform and educate the public about the activities of the government. ” It is not just about management of the parks are concerned.…
Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan Technical Adviser, Gbenga Ogunbote said he will continue to work on the attacking department of the team as the 2023/24 NPFL season progresses. Despite his wards’ 3-1 victory over enterprising Doma United FC of Gombe, the experienced tactician, though expressed satisfaction with the improvement so far, admitted that there was still room for improvement. “If a team scored three goals, even if we have not played well, you still need to give us some kudos. We are coming up gradually in this aspect, it does not mean we have gotten a perfect solution.…
Oluyole Chairmanship Candidate for the forthcoming Local Government Elections, Engr Akeem Olatunji, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Victor Olojede and Abiodun Oluwaseun Laurel on their well-deserved reappointment as Senior Special Assistants to Governor Oluwaseyi Abiodun Makinde. Their remarkable dedication and exceptional performance during the first term of administration, known as Omititun 1.0, have earned them the trust and recognition of the governor once again. Having served as Special Assistants to the Governor, Olojede and Oluwaseun have consistently demonstrated brilliance and expertise in their respective roles. Victor Olojede’s unwavering commitment to student affairs has positively impacted the lives of countless young…
The Oyo State Government on Monday presented cheques, worth Five Hundred Million Naira (N500m) to participating microfinance banks across the seven geopolitical zones in the state, as loan support to small and micro enterprises under the Sustainable Action for Economic Recovery (SAfER). The symbolic presentation of the cheques to the Micro finance banks was held at the conference room, office of the Secretary to the State Government, Secretariat, Agodi Ibadan. Presenting the dummy cheques to the representatives of the micro finance banks, the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Hon Segun Ogunwuyi noted that the funds will cushion the hardship…
There are strong indications that the Governor of Oyo State, Engr Seyi Makinde will most likely announce Princess Folashade Abeo Nurudeen as the Iyaloja- General of the state. Governor Makinde had decided to make an official statement after a thorough investigation and consultation. According to a reliable source within the government circle. Governor Makinde, the source said, has discussed with all the necessary stakeholders across market associations in the state and has decided to take a stand on the matter. Recall that the market leadership in the state have been in crisis for some time now as two women are…
Governor Seyi Makinde’s comparative advantage is his brainpower. His ability to think through complex issues and come up with unconventional albeit unimpeachable results is mindboggling. He dissects issues with the contemplation of a philosopher, the equanimity of a neurosurgeon, the dexterity of a scientist, the precision of an engineer, the prescience of an entrepreneur and the altruism of a leader. The application of this in his business transformed it into a multinational organisation within a decade. Introducing same to governance made him a trendsetter in less than a year as a state governor. The well-told story of how Governor Makinde’s…
Oyo State Government has filed an appeal challenging the court ruling that invalidated the selection and installation of Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye as the Soun of Ogbomosoland. It also applied for a stay of execution pending the hearing and determination of the Appeal Defendants/Applicants against the judgment at the Court of Appeal, Ibadan Judicial Division at the High Court. The application is also seeking an order from the Court restraining the Claimant/Respondent by himself or through his servants, agents, privies or otherwise howsoever from taking any step or further step in recognition or pursuance of the Judgment of this Honourable…
Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan, maintained their hundred percent home record with a 3-1 win over Doma United of Gombe. The Matchday five fixture, saw the Oluyole Warriors rallied back from a goal down to beat the Savannah Tigers, in a match played at the Lekan Salami Stadium. The visitors shot to a shocking lead in the eight minute when Nelson Abiam’s free kick was deflected into the net. The Ibadan soccer lords thereafter, fought hard to get the leveller but met stiff resistance in the visitors. Breakthrough would however, come the way of the host in the…
The Special Assistant to Governor of Oyo State on Digital Media, Mr Fisayo Daramola, has congratulated Chief Benedict Akika and his wife on the occasion of their conferment as the Mayegun and Yeye Mayegun of Akobo land. The duo were conferred with the prestigious title of Mayegun & Yeye Mayegun of Akobo-land by Baale Alhaji AbdulRafiu Amoo a.k.a Agboworin of Akobo Ojurin, Oyo State, in commemoration of his 2nd anniversary. In a statement personally signed on Sunday and made available to journalists in Ibadan, Mr Daramola explained that they deserve the prestigious title due to their philanthropic deeds in the…