Oyo State
CCD, stakeholders seek amendment of Oyo Disability Law 2017Amendment
The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CDD) has called for an urgent amendment of the Oyo State Persons Living with Disability (PLWD) Law 2017 to ensure more inclusiveness. CDD made the call in Ibadan during a workshop it organised to review the law, identify gaps and recommend reforms for better rights protection of People with […]
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We’re committed to technical, vocational education–Oyo Acting Gov.Charges Ogundoyin Poly graduands to be good ambassadors
Acting Governor of Oyo State, Barr. Abdulraheem Bayo Lawal, has maintained that the state government remains committed to advancing technical and vocational education, as it is aware that information communication technology and vocational skills are important to driving the state’s growth. He noted that the Governor ‘Seyi Makinde administration recognised that education must be holistic […]
Read MoreEmergency Plenary Was Duly Notified – Oyo Assembly Berates Hon. Shittu’s Lies, Non-Performance, and Poor Attendance Record*
The Oyo State House of Assembly has issued a strongly worded rebuttal to the baseless claims made by Hon. Ibrahim Shittu, member representing Saki West State Constituency, over the recent emergency plenary session which he falsely alleged was used to secretly approve a N300 billion loan request from the Executive without proper notification to members. […]
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We’re revolutionising agric sector with modern technologies – Makinde
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to exploring modern technologies to improve and transform agricultural practices in the state. Governor Makinde, who spoke through the Deputy Governor, Barr. Abdulraheem Bayo Lawal, stated this on Monday, while receiving, on a courtesy visit, Chinese investors from China Overseas Engineering Group Co. Limited at […]
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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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Akinyele Council Boss, Hon Akinwole Akinleye pens heartfelt appreciation message to well-wishers on his birthday
The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye has penned a heartfelt appreciation message to well wishers on his birthday celebration which took place yesterday. In a statement made available to the public through his Chief Media Aide, Ogundipe Miracle, Hon Akinwole Akinleye described the love and support as overwhelming. In his words, […]
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Birthday: Senator Alli hails Wasiu Adebisi as Icon of philanthropy, devt.
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has celebrated renowned business mogul and philanthropist, Alhaji Wasiu Adebisi, describing him as a rare gem whose life is dedicated to service and humanity. This is contained in a statement issued by his Media Office and made available to newsmen on Friday in Ibadan. Senator Alli extolled Adebisi’s contributions to […]
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House of Rep by-election: Makinde urges support for PDP candidate, Oyekunle
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has called on residents of Ibadan North Local Government to come out en masse and vote for Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle, the Peoples Democratic Party’s candidate in the forthcoming House of Representatives by-election, slated for August 16, 2025. The governor made the call on Monday during the official flag-off of the […]
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Shettima, AfDB president, Makinde break ground for Ijaiye Agribusiness Devt Hub
.As VP, others commend Oyo Govt’s agribusiness policyVice-President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr Akinwumi Adesina and the governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Saturday, turned the sod for the Oyo State Agribusiness Industrial Hub, Ijaiye, under the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone. Shettima, […]
Read MoreOluyole Golf Tournament: Sports tourism top of Makinde’s agenda to develop Oyo
Oyo State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr Wasiu Olatubosun, has said that sports tourism occupies a prime place in Governor ‘Seyi Makinde’s agenda to expand the state’s economy through tourism and hospitality. Olatubosun, who stated this on Wednesday, at a press briefing organised ahead of the Oluyole Golf Tournament 2025 billed to hold in […]
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Ijaiye Special Agro-industrial Processing Zone, Wholesale Market’ll transform your businesses, Oyo assures farmers
The Oyo State Government has declared that the planned Ijaiye Special Agro-industrial Processing Zone and the Rungis-styled Food Wholesale Market will transform agriculture and business in Ijaiye, its environs and across Oyo State. It explained that 3,000 hectares out of the 7,581 hectares at the Ijaiye Farm Settlement have been designated for the twin initiative, […]
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Makinde hosts Ogun gov as states seek collaboration on agriculture, security, others
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Tuesday, received the governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, with the two states working to strengthen ties in the economic, agriculture and security sectors. The two governors met behind closed doors.But Prince Abiodun, while addressing newsmen shortly after the meeting, said his discussion with his Oyo State counterpart […]
Read MoreIllegal migration: Makinde allocates 10,000 hectares for youth reintegration project
The Oyo State Government has promised to curb illegal migration and stamp out issues related to the state being a source, destination or transit point for “illegal japa” through the desert. Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on Migration and Homeland Security, ACG Segun Adegoke (rtd), stated this in Ibadan while briefing newsmen shortly after […]
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Senate launches bold reform to transform Nigeria’s Agricultural Colleges
The Nigerian Senate has unveiled an ambitious reform agenda aimed at repositioning agricultural colleges and institutions across the country to align with global standards and climate-smart innovations. This was disclosed during a high-level stakeholder session convened by the Senate Committee on Agricultural Colleges and Institutions, chaired by Senator Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli, at the National Assembly […]
Read MoreHow Adefope’s tactic ensured Oyo’s sole ownership of LAUTECH- Makinde
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, said on Friday that the deceased former Nigeria’s High Commissioner to Zambia, Ambassador Ibironke Adefope, played a critical role in solving the age-long ownership crisis that bedevilled the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso. The governor noted that the diplomat suggested the tactic, which led to Oyo State gaining […]
Read MoreMid-term retreat: Makinde launches performance delivery compact to measure results.Says Oyo admitted into World Union of Whole Markets
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has announced the launch of what he described as a Legacy Compact, also known as Oyo State’s Performance Delivery Compact, which will help the administration to measure results and successes in the next two years. The governor gave this indication on Monday, at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), […]
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Makinde Flags Off Eruwa Agro-Industrial Hub, Launches SAfER Food Support in Oyo
By Sulaimon Olarewaju Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to agricultural and economic development with the flag-off of two major initiatives—the upgrade of Eruwa Farm Settlement to Eruwa Agro-Industrial Hub and the distribution of food items under the Sustainable Action for Economic Recovery (SAfER) program. At the event in Eruwa, Governor […]
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Akinyele Council Boss, Hon Akinwole Akinleye Celebrates Hon Olalere Solomon on his Birthday, Describes him as a great Gift to Humanity.*
The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye has extended his heartfelt felicitation to a staunch party man and great Philanthropist, Hon Olalere Solomon on the auspicious celebration of his birthday. Hon Akinwole Akinleye In a statement released by his Chief Media Aide, Ogundipe Miracle described Hon Olalere Solomon ERE as great gift […]
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Senator Alli mourns late Pa Ojewola, hails deceased’s progressive legacy
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Chief Samuel Olatayo Ojewola popularly known as Baba Oku This is contained in a statement signed by his Media Office and made available to newsmen on Sunday in Ibadan. Senator Alli described the late Pa Ojewola as a man of pedigree, uncommon […]
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Be Hard Working and Dedicated to Duties – Oyo HOS Charges Civil Servants
The Oyo State Head of Service, Mrs Olubunmi Oni, mni has admonished Civil Servants across the State to put more efforts in the discharge of their duties at their various Ministries Departments and Agencies in line with the Sustainable Development Agenda of the present administration in the State. She stated this during a Yoruba one-on-one […]
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