Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
During the coronation of Oba Adebayo Adegbola as the new Eleruwa of Eruwa at the Eruwa Township Stadium last Saturday, the Oyo State governor, Mr Seyi Makinde, did something all great leaders and statesmen do: he apologized for a shortcoming. Instead of papering over the cracks, Governor, Makinde apologised to the people of Eruwa and Ibarapaland over the delay being experienced in the completion of a 48-kilometre Eleyele-Eruwa road awarded months ago. He then gave a completion timeline of 11 months. And the people roared in applause, knowing that their governor is a man of integrity. As the governor said…
Dr. Adewale Kolapo Kareem (AKK) has responded to Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, regarding his recent remarks made during a meeting with APC executives in Ibadan. Dr. AKK, among other points, confidently asserted that he stands as the premier candidate to govern Oyo State in 2027. The statement reads in full: “I welcome with open arms the recent words from my brother, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, as he sets the record straight on the 2027 Oyo APC gubernatorial race. His acceptance that competition brings out the best and his firm stand against any imposition sits deeply with me. “Let’s…
As the new month begins, the Honorable Member representing Ibadan North Constituency II at the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Adebayo Babajide Gabriel, has extended warm greetings to the good people of his constituency and the entire residents of Oyo State. In his message, Hon. Babajide emphasized the importance of consistency, unity, and continued support for progressive leadership. The lawmaker, known for his unwavering commitment to effective representation and grassroots development, urged his constituents to remain focused and resilient as they pursue personal and collective goals. He noted that the new month is another opportunity to recommit to values…
As the new Month of July, 2025, begins today, the Chairman of the Oyo State Agency for Youth Development, Hon. Adebowale Adebayo Falana, has issued a visionary message to the inspiring Oyo State Youth, urging them to stay focused and maintain an entrepreneurial mindset in their various domains. In a statement released and made available to newsmen on Tuesday morning, through the Head of Media Unit to the Chairman, Opeyemi Rasheed Socrates, Prince Adebowale sends a message of hope noting that success lies in maintaining a clear vision and working tirelessly towards achieving their goals. He assured them of His…
Former Commissioner for Works and Transport in Oyo State, Prof. Abdul-Rahman Raphael Afonja (PARA), has mourned the demise of former Chief Judge of Oyo state, and worldwide President of Egbe Ọmọ Ogbomoso Parapo, Justice Afolabi Adeniran, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 87. In a statement on Monday, Prof. Afonja described the late Justice Adeniran as a highly respected figure greatly admired for his leadership prowess, integrity, and dedication to public service. He noted that Ogbomoso has not only lost a community leader, but a doyen of the bar who was a highly respected former chief judge…
The Oyo State government, through the State Agency for Youth Development, has demonstrated its commitment to youth empowerment with a progressive Partnership with First City Monument Bank (FCMB) to launch a POS machine empowerment and soft loans for the youth across the 33 local governments in the State. A stakeholders meeting on collaboration between the Agency for Youth Development (AYD) and FCMB Bank was held today at the Conference room, Old Local Government Building, Secretariat, Ibadan. In his opening remarks, the Chairman of Oyo State Agency for Youth Development, Hon. Adebowale Adebayo Falana, applauded His Excellency Engr. Seyi Makinde FNSE,…
Hon. Aderemi Oseni, the vibrant representative of Ido/Ibarapa in the House of Representatives, has rightfully earned the title “Soludero of his own time.” His leadership is marked by an unwavering dedication to the marginalised, and his recent endorsement by the Ibarapa chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is a testament to the overwhelming confidence placed in him by party members and constituents alike. Oseni’s ingenuity as a first-time lawmaker is nothing short of revolutionary, as he continually seeks innovative solutions to age-old challenges facing his community. His legislative achievements are a reflection of his relentless pursuit of excellence. From…
As the political atmosphere in Ibadan North Federal Constituency begins to heat up ahead of the much-anticipated bye-election, one name continues to resonate with hope, trust, and purpose, Hon. Kazim Adeyinka Adeniyi Bibire. In every corner of the constituency, from the bustling streets of Bodija, Bashorun , to the quiet neighborhoods of Agbowo, from the marketplaces of Sango, mokola, Ijokodo to the grassroots of Yemetu—there is a singular voice rising among the people, a resounding endorsement of a man whose political presence is not just familiar but deeply trusted. That man is Bibire, a true son of the soil, a…
Mr Ayodele Ogundele, President of Hoteliers Association of Oyo State, has lauded Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, for providing the enabling environment that is turning the state into a 24-hour economy. Ogundele, who doubles as the Chief Executive Officer of Davies Hotel, Ibadan, disclosed this in an interview with The People’s Verdict. According to him, apart from hotels that open for 24 hours, there are now stores that operate round the clock in Ibadan. He said, “Governor Makinde’s policies have been extremely beneficial. When he came, he started with electrification and lighting up the streets (the Light Up Oyo Project).…
It was a day of heartfelt celebration and tributes in Ido Local Government as friends, family, political associates, and well-wishers came together to honor the Chairman of Ido Local Government, Hon. Sheriff Aderemi Adeojo, on the occasion of his birthday. Hon. Adeojo, widely recognized as one of the most effective and development-focused local government chairmen in Oyo State, received an outpouring of goodwill messages and phone calls that underscored his popularity and the impact of his leadership. Described by many as a committed leader and a man of the people, Hon. Adeojo’s efforts toward the socio-economic growth of Ido Local…