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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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You’re Called To Rescue Nigeria, Tinubu Tells Newly-Sworn In Ministers
He thanked them for heeding the call for service and described their acceptance as a “very serious commitment “. Bola Tinubu has called on the newly-appointed ministers to see their work as a call for service. Tinubu said this at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Monday when he swore in […]
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Oluremi Tinubu, APC women leader seek more female representation
First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, and the APC national women leader, Mary Idele-Alile, have decried the low level of women in Nigeria’s political space. Speaking at a political event themed ‘Empowering APC women for leadership and nation building’ in Abuja on Saturday, Tinubu called on Nigerian women to rally around other women seeking elective positions, encourage […]
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Tinubu To Swear In Seven Newly-Appointed Ministers On Monday
The Senate had last week cleared the ministers following a screening in Abuja. A collage of President Bola Tinubu and newly nominated ministers President Bola Tinubu will swear in seven newly-appointed ministers on Monday. This is according to a Sunday statement from the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy Bayo Onanuga. The Ministers are […]
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2027: It’s APC versus Nigerians, Makinde declares.Donates South-West Secretariat to PDP, calls for unity in party
Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, has called on members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to work together and unite their bases, saying the 2027 general election would be APC versus Nigerians. The governor noted that with a united PDP, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) would have an uphill task in the election, […]
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Senator Alli urges national commitment to end crimes against journalists
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has urged Nigerians to safeguard journalists from intimidation and violence, stressing the crucial role journalists play in sustaining democracy. The appeal was contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Saturday in Ibadan. In the statement to commemorate International […]
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Southwest Zonal Secretariat: Hon Akinwole Akinleye Lauds Gov Makinde, Extols his leadership Qualities
The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye, has commended Oyo State Governor Engr. Seyi Makinde for putting in place a state-of-the-art office for the PDP in the Southwest, in honour of the immediate past chairman of the party in the Southwest zone, Chief Soji Adagunodo. Hon. Akinwole in a statement made available […]
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Hon Wole Akinleye pays last respect, Opens Condolence Register for late Ex-council boss, Hon Taoreed Adedigba.
Sequel to the demise of the former Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Taoreed Jimoh Adedigba, The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon AKinwole Akinleye has opened a condolence register for the good people of Akinyele Local Government to pay their last respect for the late ex-council boss, Hon Taoreed Adedigba. Hon Akinwole who […]
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President Tinubu seeks economic ties with France, China, others
Bola Tinubu has called for stronger economic partnerships between Nigeria and its longstanding allies, including France, China, and Denmark, to deliver tangible benefits for citizens, particularly in areas like education, healthcare, and infrastructure. Speaking at the State House in Abuja on Thursday, Tinubu received Letters of Credence from the ambassadors of the French Republic, the […]
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Dr Akin Fagbemi Visits Akinyele LG Lauds Hon Akinwole’s Giant stride, seek collaboration for sustainable healthcare initiatives.
The Chairman of Oyo State Hospitals’ Management Board, Dr. Akin Fagbemi, and his management team paid an official courtesy visit to the Executive Chairman, Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye at the Local Government Secretariat, Moniya. In his welcome address, Hon Akinwole Akinleye appreciated Dr. Fagbemi for his love and support to the people of […]
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Senator Alli celebrates ex-Senate leader, Folarin @ 61
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has warmly celebrated Senator Teslim Folarin, a former Senate Leader and APC governorship candidate in the 2023 general election, on the occasion of his 61st birthday. This is contained in a heartfelt message signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Wednesday in […]
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Oyo’ll continue to provide right environment for businesses, says Makinde
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to providing a conducive and safe environment for businesses. He stated that the government will continue to put in place the right policies and adequate security to encourage investments in the state, noting that this will enable the state to achieve its target on expanding […]
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Senator Alli empowers constituents with skill enhancement kits
In continuation of his poverty alleviation initiatives, Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) on Wednesday empowered numerous constituents in Ibadan through the distribution of various skill enhancement kits. The initiative, designed to support entrepreneurs and professionals across various sectors, aims to improve the livelihoods of beneficiaries by providing essential tools for their trade and daily operations. […]
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Senator Alli felicitates APC chieftain, Omilabu Ghandi on birthday
Senator Sharafadeen Alli(APC-Oyo South) has extended warm felicitations to a notable chieftain of All Progressives Congress(APC) in Oyo State, Alhaji Teslim Aderibigbe Omilabu Ghandi on the occasion of his birthday anniversary. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Monday in Ibadan. […]
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Nigeria President Charged Us To Find Lasting Solution To Banditry, Terrorism – Badaru
The minister also highlighted the government’s collaborative efforts with neighbouring countries to combat terrorism and arms trafficking. The Minister of Defence, Abubakar Badaru, says President Bola Tinubu has charged him and the security agencies to find a last solution to the menace of banditry, terrorism and other security threats in the country. He stated this […]
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