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Senator Alli congratulates Oyo APC chieftain, Ibikunle on CBB appointment
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has congratulated Alhaji Fatai Ibikunle on his well-deserved nomination to serve as a board member on the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB). This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen in Ibadan. Senator Alli commended President Bola Ahmed […]
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There’s huge hope on the way for the nation- Tinubu tells Nigerians
Tinubu told the JBS top executives that Nigeria was ready to do business with them, assuring them of a good return on their investment. President Bola Tinubu says his administration’s renewed focus on driving international and local investments into the livestock sector will end farmer-herder clashes. Tinubu said this on Thursday in Rio de Janeiro, […]
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Wike, the immediate past Rivers State Governor, was appointed minister by President Bola Tinubu in 2023.
The member representing Ideato North/South Federal Constituency of Imo State, Hon Ikenga Ugochinyere, on Friday accused FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, of destabilising the Peoples Democratic Party Wike, the immediate past Rivers State Governor, was appointed minister by President Bola Tinubu in 2023. He is a PDP member serving in an All Progressives Congress (APC) cabinet. […]
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We’ll continue to advocate ethical leadership in civil service -Makinde
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said that his administration will continue to advocate ethical and effective leadership in the civil/public service of the state. The governor stated this on Thursday at the 2024 Theophilus Akinyele Memorial Symposium themed “Reinventing Leadership and Ethics in Public Service,” held at the Theojoy Library, Theo Tower, New Bodija, […]
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Oyo Gaming Board engages stakeholders on innovation, consumer safety
Stakeholders in the gaming industry in Oyo State have been urged to collaborate more with the state government, regulators and consumer rights groups to bring about more innovations and consumer safety within the sector. The Oyo State Gaming and Lottery Board made this call at the 6th edition of the Stakeholders’ Interactive Forum tagged “Boom […]
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FOOD SECURITY: Akinyele Council boss partners IITA, Sign MoU to Enhance Food Security In Akinyele LG.
In his quest to boost the Agricultural sector and improve food production in Akinyele Local Government, Oyo state and beyond, The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye yesterday took a proactive approach in curbing food insecurity ravaging the nation by signing a Memorandum of Understanding MoU with The International Institute of Tropical […]
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Senator Alli celebrates Oyo North counterpart, Buhari on birthday
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has felicitated with his Oyo North counterpart, Senator Abdulfatai Buhari on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a dedicated public servant whose contributions to the progress of Oyo State and Nigeria remain commendable. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, […]
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Nigeria President urges N’Assembly to amend social investment law for transparency
President Bola Tinubu, asked the National Assembly to amend the National Social Investment Programmes Agency Act 2023 to ensure transparency. The President’s request was contained in a letter transmitted to the House of Representatives and read by the Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, during plenary. “The purpose of the bill is to make the national social register […]
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Salary:Oyebanji approves N70,000 minimum wage for Ekiti workers
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, on Tuesday, approved a new minimum wage of N70,000 for workers in the state. The approval followed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding by the state government and leaders of organised labour in the state. A statement by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Yinka Oyebode, stated […]
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Ondo 2024: Senator Alli congratulates Gov. Aiyedatiwa on election victory
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has congratulated Gov. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa on his well-deserved victory in the just-concluded governorship election in Ondo State. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available to newsmen on Monday in Ibadan. Senator Alli described the victory as a testament […]
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Senator Alli commiserates with Olugbon over mother’s demise
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has expressed heartfelt condolences to the Olugbon of Orile-Igbon, Oba Francis Alao, over the passage of his beloved mother, Deaconess Margaret Oyeronke Alao. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available to newsmen on Sunday in Ibadan. Deaconess Margaret Oyeronke […]
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N80,000 minimum wage: Makinde nor dey carry last
When the Yoruba people want to express their joy at not being disappointed by someone they vouch for or hold in high esteem, they borrow the wisdom from Egungun masquerade circles by saying that “ti eegun eni ba mo o jo, ori a maa ya atokun.” Simply, the chaperon (atokun) of an Egungun and those […]
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Oluremi Tinubu Begs Market Women Not To Hike Food Items
The President’s wife inaugurated a 3.1-kilometer runway at the Wilberforce Chuba Okadigbo International Airport in the Onueke area of the state. The wife of the President, Oluremi Tinubu, has appealed to market women not to hike the prices of food items. She made the appeal in Ebonyi State while addressing women at the Pa Ngele […]
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Senator Alli calls for collective effort to overhaul Nigeria’s education sector
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has emphasised the urgent need for collaborative approach to reform Nigeria’s education sector, calling on alumni, government, and private sector partners to play active roles in addressing its challenges. He made call on Thursday during the 18th LAUTECH Alumni annual lecture held at the institution’s Great Hall in Ogbomoso. Senator […]
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Makinde hosts MUSWEN leadership, reiterates commitment to building strong institutions
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has again reiterated his administration’s commitment to building institutions that will guarantee good governance and ensure that the state continues to thrive. He maintained that his administration will not only be remembered for building infrastructure across the state after the expiration of his tenure but also for putting in place […]
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Makinde presents N678bn 2025 Budget proposal to lawmakers
.Promises shared prosperity, more devt.14,500 new teachers to benefit from N80,000 minimum wage Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has presented the 2025 Appropriation Bill to the House of Assembly, with the infrastructure development and education sector getting the lion’s share.The governor, while presenting the budget estimate of N678,086,767,332.18 to lawmakers at the House of Assembly, […]
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Food security: Akinyele LG to become the hub of Food Production for Oyo state -Hon Akinwole Akinleye
As part of his administration focal points, the Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye yesterday took a proactive approach in curbing food insecurity ravaging the nation as he visited Eleepo community which would serve as the center of agriculture for the Local and State Government. The historic visitation which was facilitated by […]
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Obaseki out as Okpebholo is sworn-in as governor of Edo state
Senator Monday Okpebholo has been sworn in as the sixth civilian governor of Edo State since the creation of the state on August 27, 1991. The swearing-in ceremony took place on Tuesday, November 12, at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, the state capital, two months after the All Progressives Congress (APC) clinched the […]
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Nigeria President Congratulates Okpebholo On Inauguration As Edo Gov
The President asked the governor to justify the confidence placed in him and the APC while fostering true democracy. President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Senator Monday Okpebholo on his inauguration as the governor of Edo State. Okpebholo took over the reins of leadership on Tuesday from the immediate past governor, Godwin Obaseki, in a ceremony […]
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Salary:Makinde Ready To Pay Workers ₦80,000 As Minimum Wage
The Technical Committee set up by the State Government recommended and got approval from Governor Seyi Makinde for the implementation of the new salary scale The Oyo State Government has approved a minimum wage of ₦80,000 for the State workforce. Disclosing this in a statement today, the State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun Oyelade, […]
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