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We will do more to attract investors, make Ibadan Airport best in Nigeria
Nearly a week after the first wide-bodied aircraft landed at the upgraded Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, Alakia, Ibadan, Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said that his government will do more to attract investors into the state. He stated that the upgrading of the airport has rewritten its 43-year-old history, but his government will not […]
Read MoreMakinde commiserates with Arise Television over staff’s death
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has condoled with the Chairman of Arise Television, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, the management and staff of the company on the demise of one of its news anchors, Somtochukwu Maduagwu, during a robbery incidence at her Abuja residence. The governor also commiserated with the relations of the deceased. Makinde, in a […]
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Makinde celebrates Chief Mrs Mutiat Ladoja at 70
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has felicitated former First Lady, Chief Mrs Mutiat Ladoja, on the occasion of her 70th birthday.The governor, who described Mama Ladoja as a major supporter and a great mother, said he remains grateful to God that his path crossed with the Amazon’s. According to the governor, Chief Mrs Ladoja has […]
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Makinde sympathises with Ayefele, Fresh FM Mgt over Friday night fire
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has sympathized with the Chairman of Fresh FM, Chief Olayinka Joel Ayefele and the management of Fresh FM, on the Friday night fire incident, which affected some segments of Fresh FM Headquarters in Ibadan.The governor described the incident as unfortunate, noting, however, that he was thankful to God that no […]
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Makinde Gave Us Life Again – Oyo Pensioners Hail Governor’s Reforms
The Secretary of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP), Oyo State chapter, Comrade Segun Abatan, has applauded Governor Seyi Makinde for transforming the lives of retirees in the state, describing his administration as a turning point that ended years of hardship and neglect. In an exclusive interview with The People’s Verdict, Abatan recounted the dire […]
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Makinde hails Adeladan’s appointment as federal Perm Sec
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has hailed the appointment of Alhaji Rafiu Olarinre Adeladan as a Permanent Secretary in the Federal Civil Service.Adeladan’s appointment was approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu earlier in the week.Makinde, who congratulated the newly-appointed Permanent Secretary, an indigene of Igboho in Oorelope Local Government Area, said his diligence and hard […]
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Iyake: Makinde assures on upgrade of facilities to attract investors
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has promised to upgrade facilities around the Ado Awaye Suspended Lake to attract more investors and enhance development around the tourism corridor of the state. The governor stated this on Saturday at the grand finale of 2024 Iyake International Festival, which was the 4th edition, held at Festival Arena, Tourism […]
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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 […]
Read MoreWhy we always put people first in Oyo- Makinde
Calls for youth participation in politicsOyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has explained that his administration continues to put the people of the state first in all its decisions because it believes in ethical leadership, which espouses responsibility towards the broader community, as the main import of leadership. The governor stated that there is the need […]
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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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Makinde mourns Chief of Army Staff, commiserates with Tinubu, Army, Osun govt
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has described the death of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, as a sad loss to the country. The governor, who described Lagbaja as a patriot and one of the finest military officers produced by the country, expressed his condolences to the President and Commander-in-Chief of […]
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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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Makinde approves conversion of LG ad-hoc workers to permanent staff
Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, has approved the conversion of ad-hoc staff in the service of the 33 local government councils in the state to permanent staff.The governor said that the decision was taken to bridge the gap in the workforce at the local government level, noting that the due process for the employment […]
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Bring your money to Oyo, Makinde tells investors
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, assured both local and foreign investors that his administration will continue to provide adequate security for investments and businesses in the state. He called on investors to bring their money to invest in the state, noting that the state has an enabling environment to support their businesses, adding that his […]
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Makinde makes new appointments following vacation
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has announced a series of new appointments following his return from vacation. The governor, who returned from a four-week annual leave on Monday, appointed Engr. Akin Akinleye as his Executive Assistant on Sports Development, while he also approved the appointments of members into three Boards. A letter signed by […]
Read MoreMakinde’s CPS Pledges Support for Oyo Nawoj On Welfare, Humanitarian Programmes
The Chief Press Secretary to Governor Seyi Makinde,Pastor Sulaimon Olanrewaju has pledged to support the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists Oyo State on the welfare of its members and Humanitarian Programmes The Governor’s Spokesperson made the pledge while hosting the Oyo Nawoj Executives led by Comrade Omolola Alamu at Governor’s office Agodi Secretariat Ibadan According […]
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Makinde to commission solarized oxygen plant, May 29
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde will on Wednesday ( today) be Commissioning a state-of-the-art solarized Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) Medical oxygen Plant at the Jericho Specialist Hospital The Medical Oxygen Plant which is capable of producing 300 liters per minute is situated in the Heart of Jericho Specialist Hospital. Also to be commissioned alongside the […]
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We’ll continue to support judiciary, legislative arms –Makinde
Swears in new Customary Court of Appeal President Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, has reaffirmed his administration’s continued commitment to working with and supporting the judiciary and legislative arms.The governor maintained that this would help the government to maintain a functional system, noting that his government has, in the last five years, had a […]
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Gbolarumi commends Makinde for creating religious harmony in Oyo State
●Speaks on Ramadan, State of the Nation, and PDP Former Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Alhaji Hazeem Gbolarumi, who is a prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), spoke about various topics during an interview with journalists. He discussed the teachings of Ramadan, the state of the nation, the PDP, the Olubadan obaship tussle, […]
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Bodija Explosion: Makinde Presents Report To Tinubu
Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has presented the report of last Tuesday’s explosion at Dejo Oyelese Close, Adeyi Avenue, Bodija, Ibadan to President Bola Tinubu. Makinde was at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, to present the report to the president, at the weekend. The president had earlier commiserated with the government and people of Oyo […]
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