Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
In a heartfelt tribute marking the birthday of the First Lady of Oyo State, Mrs. Tamunominini Makinde; the wife of His Excellency Engr Seyi Makinde, Benedict Akika, has extended warm wishes and glowing praises, describing her as “an embodiment of grace, compassion, and true motherhood.” In a felicitation signed and released to 9ja News 24/7 on the First Lady’s birthday, Benedict Akika lauded her unwavering commitment to the welfare of women, children, and the less privileged across the state. He highlighted her notable contributions to social development, health advocacy, and the promotion of family values as evidence of her deeply…
Comrade Segun Abatan, Secretary of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners, Oyo State branch, has said that Governor Seyi Makinde ended the frustration of pensioners in the state and wiped away their tears. Abatan, who stated this during an interaction with The People’s Verdict, said before the advent of Makinde, pensioners were regarded as persona non grata and treated with disdain in Oyo State. He continued, “When Seyi came we were afraid; whether he was going to toe the line of former governors. Lo and behold, he disappointed us by first of all announcing and placing his salary for the payment…
The lawmaker representing Ibadan North East/South East federal constituency, Rep. Abass Adigun Agboworin, has extended his warm felicitations to the First Lady of Oyo State, Her Excellency, Mrs. Tamunominini Makinde, on her birthday anniversary. The lawmaker, in a statement signed by his Media Group and made available to journalists in Ibadan, admired her tireless efforts in empowering women and improving their lives in Oyo State. He praised the First Lady’s remarkable contributions to the welfare and development of women in the state, describing it as commendable. Agboworin, a two term lawmaker and Chairman, House Committee on Narcotics Drugs, also lauded…
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Kazim Adeyinka Adeniyi Bibire, has extended warm birthday felicitations to the First Lady of Oyo State, Engr. Mrs. Tamunominini Olufunke Makinde, as she marks another remarkable year of life. Bibire, who is also a federal House of Representatives hopeful for Ibadan North Federal Constituency, described the First Lady as a compassionate leader and a supportive woman of strength and grace to his leader, His Excellency Engr. Seyi Makinde, the Executive Governor of Oyo State. He further praised…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo East and Oyo West has commended Hon. Olorunpoto Cephas Rahaman for his exceptional Sallah intervention — a gesture widely described as the first of its kind by any PDP member in the Oyo State House of Assembly representation. In celebration of the Eid festivities, Hon. Rahaman, fondly known as ‘Poto’, distributed cash gifts, food items, and rams to party elders, stakeholders, executives, and members across the 20 wards in Oyo East and Oyo West Local Governments. His reach extended to non-indigenes, traditional leaders, selected clerics, and the general public, reflecting a deep commitment…
..AfCFTA Sec Gen lauds governor for growing economy Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said that his administration will protect the interest of investors such that change of government will not impair their investments in the state. The governor gave this assurance while playing host to the Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), His Excellency Wamkele Mene, who was in Ibadan, the state capital, over the weekend. The governor said, “I know that political risk is something that most investors don’t want to deal with. While I am here, I believe we have the opportunity to…
Barr. Akeem Agbaje, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and two-term governorship aspirant in Oyo State, has extended warm felicitations to Asiwaju Adekola Mudashir, a vibrant and rising political figure in the state, on the occasion of his birthday. In a goodwill message, Barr. Agbaje described Asiwaju Mudashir as a steadfast and forward-looking member of the APC whose dedication to the progressive cause remains inspiring, especially among the younger generation of party faithful. “Today, I join family members, friends, and associates to celebrate Asiwaju Adekola Mudashir, a young but prominent voice within our progressive fold in Oyo State.…
The Oyo State Fire Services Agency under the leadership of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Fire Service Reform/Chairman, Hon. Moroof Adebayo Akinwande, has successfully rescued a 68-year-old man who fell into a deep well while attempting to retrieve his lost phone. The Incidents occured at Mobolorunduro Mosque in Molefalafia area, Oke-Ado, Ibadan, Oyo State capital. Heritage Echo gathered that the incident was as a result of ignorance, not knowing the danger associated with entering a well without properly trained. Speaking to our correspondence, Special Adviser to the Governor on Fire Services Agency Reform/Chairman, Hon. Moroof Adebayo Akinwande confirmed…
The Ladilu of Oyo Kingdom and former Chief of Staff to the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Chief Luqman Oyebisi Ilaka Congratulated all Muslims Around the World, particular, the good people of Oyo Alaafin and Oyo East Local Government on the celebration of Eid-l-Kabir. He made the statement at his residence in Ilaka’s Compound in Oyo East Local Government of Oyo State. He celebrated with the Leaders, Stakeholders and Executive Committee Members of People’s Democratic Party(PDP) and enjoined them to celebrate moderately and continue to be praying for the success of Governor Seyi Makinde led administration. Chief Ilaka further reiterated…
In a momentous blend of spirituality, culture, and media, Ilaji 91.9 FM, one of Ibadan’s newest and fastest-growing radio station hosted His Eminence, Sheikh Abdulganiy Abubakry Agbotomokekere, the Grand Imam of Oyo State,as guest on a live Special Ileya program earlier today. The live appearance of the revered religious Imam and Grand Patron of the League of Imams and Alfas of Yorubaland, Edo, and Delta States, Sheikh Agbotomokekere’s marked a significant milestone for the station, which is quickly becoming a household name in Oyo State’s broadcast landscape. Ilaji 91.9 FM is the media extension of the acclaimed Ilaji Hotels and…