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As Leaders, We Must Give The Best To Our People At All Times-Makinde
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Tuesday, declared that residents of the state and Nigerians deserve only the best.He charged politicians, who were always in the habit of reserving the best for only themselves and their family members, to have a change of heart. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr. […]
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World Hijab Day: Oyo Govt Reiterates Commitment To Freedom of Religion
The Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has congratulated the Muslim Ummah in the state, especially the female adherents, on the 2022 World Hijab Day with a further assurance that the present administration in the state will not trample on the religious rights of anyone. Governor Makinde stated this in a statement issued by his Special […]
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Alao-Akala, Funeral Date Announced By Family
The family of the former Oyo state governor Otunla Adebayo Alao Akala has declared a week long affairs as activities marking the death of the former governor who died on January 12 2022 The remains of the ex governor who died at the age of 71, will be buried on Friday February 18, 2022 in […]
Read MorePolitical Leaders Take Part At 3 Days Prayer Of Angela Folarin
Politicians across political lines on Sunday shelved their political differences to honor the late wife of the senator representing Oyo central senatorial district, Angela Folarin. Governor Seyi Makinde’s representatives, Senator Abdulfatai Buhari (Oyo North), Senator Jide Omoworare, former speaker and serving minority leader of Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Asimiyu Alarape; Dr. Olusola […]
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General Abubakar, Was MKO’s Death Really Natural?
Trinidad and Tobago-born British writer of works of fiction and nonfiction in English, Sir Vidiadhar Surajprasad Naipaul, commonly known as V.S. Naipaul, would seem to have Nigeria and the facts of Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola’s death in military detention in mind when he wrote his famous novel, ‘Half of Life’. Renowned for and […]
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Fayose Seeks Makinde’s Support To Win Ekiti Governorship
Former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, on Thursday urged Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, to step up support for the Peoples Democratic Party in Ekiti State to enhance its chances of winning the June 18 governorship election. Ayodele Fayose, who lauded Makinde for the level-playing field and positive disposition to Wednesday’s Ekiti PDP governorship […]
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Makinde Commiserate With Folarin Over Wife’s Death
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has condoled with the Senator representing Oyo Central Senatorial District, Oloye Teslim Folarin, on the death his wife, Barr. Angela Nwaka Folarin, describing it as a sad loss. The governor, who described the late laywer as an exemplar and a proof that women, indeed, play huge roles in the success […]
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ADC Members Visit Makinde, Laud Gov For Fulfilling Promises.
Hundreds of African Democratic Congress (ADC) members on Friday, thronged the Oyo State Government Secretariat, Agodi Ibadan, to pay a thank-you visit to Governor ‘Seyi Makinde over the fulfillment of the agreement made to the party during the last general election. They promised to continue to support the government, noting that the party will pay […]
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BreakingNews: Senator Teslim Folarin of Oyo Central Senatorial District, has lost his wife, Mrs Angela Folarin.
This was made known to us in a statement by his Special Adviser. The statement reads: “The wife of Oyo Central Senator, Barrister Angela Nwaka has passed on. “With total submission to the will of Almighty Allah, we announce the death of our wife, mother and sister, Chief (Barr.) Angela Nwaka Folarin. “The wife of […]
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God Never Condemned Polygamy- Reno Omokri
Reno Omokri has shared his opinion on the controversial topic of Christianity and polygamy. He posted on his IG in response to a follower who asked if polygamy is a sin, and if it’s the solution to infidelity in marriages. The activist respond that there is no place in the bible where God condemns polygamy, […]
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Adamawa Governor, Fintiri Commissions 9.7km Saki Township/Ilesha Ibaruba Road.
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, was on Thursday, joined by his Adamawa State counterpart, Governor Ahmadu Fintiri to commission the dualised 9.7kilometres Oke-Ogun Poly-Saki Township/Ilesha Ibaruba Road. Governor Fintiri, who was the special guest of honour at the event, commended Makinde for delivering such a massive road project, among many others, despite economic challenges in […]
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Presidency: South Deserves It By Dare Adeleke
It is high time we told ourselves some honest truths. There is no other crucial time as now to be very frank about our existence as a nation and the anomalies along the way on our bumpy journey of nationhood. It is a fact that 10 out of 16 leaders of Nigeria till date are […]
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Makinde receives panel report, assures on quick implementation directs Oyo CP to submit details of Police victims .
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Wednesday, received the report of the Oyo State Judicial Panel of Inquiry into police brutality and other related matters, that was set up by the state in the aftermath of the #ENDSARS protests that rocked the country late in 2020. The governor, who received the report from the Chairman […]
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Makinde,Charged Nigerians To Choose Wisely In 2023
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Tuesday, charged Nigerians to choose wisely in 2023 by electing people that have the energy to serve the country. The governor gave the charge at the 65th birthday anniversary and thanksgiving service, as well as launching of a ministry by the president of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), […]
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Kano Revokes Operational Licence of All Private Schools
The Kano State Government, on Monday, revoked the Certificates of Operations of all private schools in the state. The government has asked all the schools to come for revalidation of their certificates. The measure was coming on the heels of the killing of a 5-year-old girl, Hanifa Abubakar, by her teacher and the proprietor of […]
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I Am Happy I Fulfilled Soun’s Wish Before He Departed – Makinde
Soun’s reign was 48 years of progress to Ogbomoso, says Osinbajo Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, said on Sunday that he was happy he fulfilled the singular wish of the late Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Jimoh Oyewumi Ajagungbade III, to ensure the sole ownership of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), before the monarch […]
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WE Will Flag Off Iseyin-Ogbomoso Road In Ten Days- Makinde
Oyo State Governor,’ Seyi Makinde, has promised that his administration will flag off the Ogbomoso -Iseyin Road in ten days. The governor, while speaking at the final burial ceremony of the 20th Soun of Ogbomosoland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Jimoh Oladunni Oyewumi Ajagungbade III, held at the Aafin Ogbomoso, Oja-Igbo, Ogbomoso, said that be would […]
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Makinde, others Receive Lagos4Lagos Convener, APC Members into Party.
The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Iyorchia Ayu; Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde; former Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki and five other governors on the platform of the party, on Friday, received the convener of the Lagos4Lagos Movement and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr. Abdulazeez Olajide Adediran aka […]
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Makinde mourns 3SC’s General Manager
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Friday, described the death of the General Manager of the Shooting Stars Supporters’ Club (3SC), Mr. Rasheed Balogun, as sad and shocking. He prayed for the repose of the soul of the football chief, who described as hard working and committed, noting that his death will leave a huge […]
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Bola Ahmed Clarifies Statement, Says ‘Expire’ Mistakenly Used
Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the former governor of Lagos State and APC Presidential Hopeful granted audience to a delegation of women from Lagos and across the country attending the All Progressives Congress Women Conference. While charging the women to check the status of their voting cards and mobilise supporters to vote, he mistakenly used the […]
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