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Osun LG Election Proceeds Despite AGF, Police Calls for Suspension

The Osun State local government elections commenced on schedule despite opposition from the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, and the Nigeria Police Force, both of whom had urged the state government to suspend the exercise. Voting began as early as 8 a.m. in several local government areas, including Ede North, where Governor […]

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ISAF 2025:Makinde restates commitment to educational advancement

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that his government will continue to support educational advancement both locally and internationally as education remains one of the major pillars of his administration. The governor maintained that his government has been doing a lot of things in the education sector towards improving primary, secondary and tertiary education […]

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Birthday: Akinyele LG Council boss, Hon Akinwole Akinleye Felicitates Oyo state Assembly Speaker On his Birthday

The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye has extended his warm congratulations to the Speaker of the Oyo State Assembly,Rt. Hon Adebo Ogundoyin, on his birthday. In a statement made available to the public through his Chief Media Aide, Ogundipe Miracle , Hon. Akinwole Akinleye extolled Rt. Hon Adebo Ogundoyin’s outstanding leadership, […]

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Let love Lead”; Akinyele Council boss, Hon Akinwole Akinleye sends message of love to Akinyele Indigenes and residents*.

The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye has sent a strong message to the good people of Akinyele local Government as the world celebrates the renown valentine day. Hon Akinwole Akinleye in a statement made available to the public through his Chief Media Aide, Ogundipe Miracle, Admonished the good people of Akinyele […]

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In Wole Akinleye; ‘Now We Can Dream’

Written by: Oladimeji Ibrahim Pemisire “What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead”. Nelson Mandela Hon Akinwole Akinleye’s emergence as the Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government has […]

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Senator Alli celebrates Afeez Repete, hails dedication to APC growth

Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has extended warm felicitations to Hon. Afeez Bolaji Repete, the former Deputy National Youth Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on the occasion of his birthday. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Monday in […]

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48 Perm Secs: GSM as the real ‘Koseleri’

By Afeez Omoniyi Oxygen “True leadership is not about wielding power but about empowering others, dismantling barriers, and ensuring that every voice is heard at the table.” Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration has once again demonstrated its commitment to equity and inclusive governance with the recent appointment of 48 Permanent Secretaries, Inspectors-General, and Tutors-General of Education […]

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Nigeria must build economy that can weather all storms – Makinde.Eulogises late brother

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that for Nigeria to beat the poverty trap and become a prosperous country, its economy must be built to weather all storms. The governor added that the country must also raise entrepreneurs and improve the standard of education, stating that in spite of Nigeria’s natural resources, its people […]

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Minimum wage: Polytechnic, College of Education workers threaten industrial action in Oyo

Workers of Polytechnics and College of Education in Oyo State, have threatened to withdraw their services begining from Wednesday February 5, 2025, over the continued delay in the implementation of the approved minimum wage for the instutions. The workers, in a statement signed by the Chairman, Joint Action Committee (JAC), of Tertiary Institutions in Oyo […]

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Crisis: PDP’ll come out stronger, Zamfara gov says

.As AfDB president, Minister, NFF president, Ajimobi’s son visit Oyo gov Zamfara State governor, Dauda Lawal Dare, has declared that the decision of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to back Rt. Hon. SKE Ude-Okoye remained valid, noting that the party will come out stronger from its crisis.Governor Lawal maintained that the PDP needed to learn […]

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Makinde: House of Reps Caucus, MUSWEN, Hausa community pay condolence visit

The Oyo State Caucus in the House of Representatives has commiserated with the governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, over the death of his older brother, Engr. Sunday Makinde. The Caucus paid a condolence visit to the governor at his Ikolaba, Ibadan home at the weekend, praying to God to grant him and his family […]

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Ibadan Airport upgrade: Makinde lays foundation for new int’l terminal building

. ‘Facility to accommodate one million passengers annually’ As part of Oyo State Government’s ongoing effort to upgrade the Samuel Akintola Airport, Alakia, Ibadan, to international standard, Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Friday, turned the sod for a new Terminal Building that will accommodate at least one million passengers annually. Chairman of the Samuel […]

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Condolences: Obasanjo, PDP NWC, Service Chiefs, Odu’a Board, others visit Makinde

Former President of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Working Committee, Service Chiefs in Oyo State, Board of O’dua Investment Company and the Seriki Hausawa of Oyo State, on Thursday, visited the governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde over the demise of his brother, Engr. Sunday Makinde. The individuals […]

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Tinubu returns to Nigeria after Tanzania energy summit

President Bola Tinubu has returned to the country after participating in the Africa Heads of State Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania The aircraft conveying Tinubu and his entourage touched down at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja at about 7:40 pm Tuesday. This was confirmed by the State House media office. Tinubu was […]

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EDUCATION:Hon Akinwole Akinleye Reaffirms his commitment to Education, Appoints Education Ambassador, Doles out 500 scholarships slots to Akinyele LG people.*

In his bid to provide qualitative education and improve the Education sector in Akinyele LG, The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye has appointed Chief (Dr) Moshood Ismail Abioye as the Akinyele LG Education Ambassador. In the same vein, The Executive chairman of Akinyele local government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye has announced a […]

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Hon Akinwole Akinleye; Creating A Leadership Benchmark In Akinyele LG Through Probity

The Executive Chairman of Akinyele LG, Hon Akinwole Akinleye, beyond rhetorics has created a new tone of leadership in Akinyele LG. His impressive track records of philanthropy and community development has made him a household name and a symbol of excellence in Akinyele LG. Hon Akinwole Akinleye’s commitment to the people of Akinyele LG is […]

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Iroko Day: Akinyele Council Boss reaffirms his commitment to Community

The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye has reaffirmed his commitment to the development of the communities within Akinyele Local Government. Hon Akinleye made this known while addressing the people at the 2025 Iroko Day Celebration at Iroko, Ward 12 of Akinyele Local Government. Hon Akinwole Akinleye in his opening remarks applauded […]

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Oyo State:Makinde swears in 48 permanent secretaries

Governor, Seyi Makinde, has sworn in 48 newly-appointed permanent secretaries in the state civil/public service, urging them to discharge their duties effectively and do their best for the state. The governor urged the new permanent secretaries to support his government to achieve its vision of sustainable development in the state. Makinde stated this at the […]

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Tinubu returns to Abuja after break, Ghana trip

Nigerian president has returned to Abuja after spending nearly three weeks in Lagos. The Airbus A330 carrying the President and his personal aides arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at about 9:30 pm (local time). The president was received by his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila; the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu; and […]

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Hon Akinwole Akinleye Felicitates Hon Seun Olufade on his birthday.

The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye felicitates with the Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon Seun Olufade on the Auspicious celebration of his birthday. Hon Akinwole Akinleye In a statement released by his Chief Media Aide Ogundipe Miracle extolled Hon Olufade’s commitment to grassroots development and his exemplary leadership […]

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