Author: Opeyemi Rasheed
The lawmaker representing Ibadan North East/South East federal constituency of Oyo State, Rep. Abass Adigun Agboworin, has congratulated workers in the country on the occasion of this year’s Workers’ Day celebrations. He noted that the May Day offers an opportunity to celebrate workers and highlight their importance in the government’s efforts to positively impact the lives of the citizenry. In a statement signed by his Media Group, which was made available to journalists, Agboworin stated that workers’ contribution to the socio-economic development of the state and the country at large cannot be overemphasized. Agboworin, a two-term lawmaker and Chairman of…
The Chairman of the Oyo State Agency for Youth Development, Prince Falana Adebowale Adebayo, has extended warm birthday felicitations to a respected chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ibadan and immediate past Special Adviser on Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters to the Governor, Hon. Adeyinka Kazim Bibire. In a heartfelt message made available to the press on Wednesday, Prince Falana described Hon. Bibire as a father figure, political mentor, and a seasoned leader whose unwavering commitment to public service continues to inspire the younger generation of leaders in Oyo State. “On this special occasion of your birthday, I…
Hon. Adebowale Adebayo Falana, the Chairman of the Oyo State Agency for Youth Development, has lauded Oyo State Workers, describing them as the inspiration behind the state’s progress. Adebowale made this commendation in a statement released this morning and made available to newsmen by the Head of the media unit to Chairman Opeyemi Rasheed. Adebowale hailed the worker’s dedication and commitment to their duties, which has significantly contributed to the state’s economic growth. According to him, worker’s contributions to the state’s economic prosperity are invaluable, and their resilience and commitment have been instrumental in sustaining the state’s economy despite tough…
The Chairman of Ido Local Government, Hon. Sheriff Akinpelu Adeojo, has extended heartfelt commendations to all local government staff in Ido on the occasion of this year’s International Workers’ Day, applauding their unwavering commitment and service to the people of the council area. International Workers’ Day is celebrated globally on May 1 to recognize and honor the contributions of workers to societal and economic development. In a statement released on Thursday, Adeojo described the workforce as the engine room of grassroots development, noting that without their resilience and professionalism, many of the council’s developmental strides would not have been possible.…
The International Conference Center, University of Ibadan, was filled to capacity yesterday as thousands of youths from across Oyo State gathered for the grand finale of the 2025 Oyo Youth Summit, themed “Unlocking Youth Potential: Addressing Needs, Fulfilling Dreams.” The two-day summit, organized by the Oyo State Ministry of Youth and Sports, ended in a vibrant dinner and award presentation night, celebrating outstanding individuals across various fields and reaffirming the government’s commitment to youth advancement. In his keynote address, Governor ‘Seyi Makinde declared that his administration would continue to provide platforms that empower young people, noting that education, entrepreneurship, and…
Barr. Akeem Agbaje, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, has extended warm greetings to Nigerian workers as the nation marks the 2025 International Workers’ Day. In a message released to the media, Agbaje acknowledged the resilience, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication of Nigerian workers across all sectors, describing them as the backbone of national development. He urged workers to continue raising the bar of excellence, integrity, and service in their respective fields despite the prevailing economic challenges. “We must not relent in upholding the values of hard work and patriotism. The task of nation-building requires our…
As Nigeria celebrates International Workers’ Day, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, the Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, has urged state legislatures to reinforce their commitment to enacting laws that promote job security, fair wages, and improved labor conditions for Nigerian workers. In his May Day message, Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin emphasized the critical role of workers in driving national development and stressed the need for legislative actions that protect their rights and enhance workplace standards. He noted that the growing economic challenges require urgent government intervention to safeguard workers from instability and hardship. “The Nigerian workforce…
….reaffirms commitment to workers’ welfarism through legislative support. As the entire workforce in the service of Oyo State Government and others in the private sector join their counterparts across the world to celebrate this year Workers’ Day, the Oyo State House of Assembly has reiterated that the tireless efforts of workers in boosting the State economy can not be placed aside in the recent rapid development experienced in the PaceSetter State. This was contained in a message issued to felicitate workers in the State on the occasion of year 2025 International Workers’ Day celebration, signed by the Chairman, House Committee…
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has revealed that his Chief of Staff, Hon. Segun Ogunwuyi, turned down an offer to contest the Oyo North Senatorial seat in the 2023 general elections to continue serving the state government. The governor made the disclosure while presenting the Outstanding Public Service Award to Ogunwuyi during the Oyo State Youth Summit 2025, held in Ibadan. According to Governor Makinde, the senatorial ticket was offered to Ogunwuyi as part of efforts to maintain religious and regional balance in political appointments across the state. He explained that since the deputy governorship slot had already been…
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that his administration will continue to give youths in the state the platforms and opportunities to unlock their potentials. The governor said having realised that for any nation to prosper economically it must create entrepreneurs, be committed to education of its young people and must take production seriously, his government has been pursuing these objectives. Governor Makinde stated these on Wednesday, at the grand finale of the Oyo State Youth Summit 2025, held at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan, adding that youths must be educated, well-informed and also lean towards entrepreneurship.…