Oyo State
He led with commitment, was patriotic in every way- Makinde mourns Sarkin Sasa
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Sunday, mourned the death of the Sarkin Sasa, Alhaji Haruna Maiyasin Katsina, who passed away on Saturday evening. Makinde described the demise of the Sarkin Sasa, who was also the chairman, Council of Arewa Traditional Rulers in the 17 Southern States of Nigeria, as the end of a great […]
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Akinyele Council Boss, Hon Akinleye Commiserates with People of Sasa Community, Baale of Sasaland and Hausa Community over the Death of Sarkin Sasa
The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon. Akinwole Akinleye, extend his deepest condolences to the people of Sasa Community, the Baale of Sasaland, and the entire Hausa Community on the passing of Alhaji Haruna Maiyasin Katsina, the Sarkin Sasa Sardaunan Yamma, who died on Saturday at the remarkable age of 125. In a statement […]
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Senator Alli congratulates Muslims on the commencement of Ramadan
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has extended heartfelt congratulations to Muslims in Oyo State and across Nigeria on the sighting of the moon, signaling the commencement of the holy month of Ramadan on Saturday. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available to newsmen on […]
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Health insurance: Oyo enrols 10,000 primary school pupils
.As UNICEF commends MakindeThe Oyo State Government has enrolled about 10,000 vulnerable children in public primary schools into the state’s Health Insurance Scheme under the Oyo State Health Insurance Agency (OYSHIA).Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, who was represented by the Deputy Governor, Barr. Abdulraheem Bayo Lawal, presented the health insurance identity cards to beneficiaries at […]
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We’ll regulate hospitality sector to boost IGR, Oyo Govt says
In line with the commitment of Governor ‘Seyi Makinde to expand the economy of Oyo State through tourism and hospitality, the state government has expressed its readiness to clamp down on illegal and unregistered hotels and hospitality businesses in the state. Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatunbosun, made this known at a press […]
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CENSUS: Oyo State NPC Visits Akinyele Council Boss, seeks collaboration for forthcoming National Census.
The Oyo state National Population Commission led by its Director, Mr Adebayo Olayide Ajani, yesterday paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye in his office at Akinyele Local Government secretariat, Moniya Ibadan. While Introducing the Oyo state NPC Delegates, The Comptroller, Akinyele LG NPC, Mr Adebayo Ismail […]
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Oyo Govt begins distribution of motorcycles to agric extension officers
Oyo State Government has begun the first phase of distribution of motorcycles to Agricultural Extension Officers across the state as a demonstration of its determination to boost agricultural extension services in the state.Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Barr. Olasunkanmi Olaleye, who gave out 15 motorcycles to the agricultural extension officers on Tuesday, noted that […]
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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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Makinde congratulates Bishop Wale Oke on re-election as PFN president
Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, has congratulated the founder and presiding Bishop of the Sword of the Spirit Ministries, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, on his re-election as president of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN).The Governor described the re-election as an affirmation of God’s grace and the Bishop’s excellent leadership of the PFN in […]
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Senator Alli celebrates ex-Oyo APC chair, Akin Oke at 86
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has felicitated with the former Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Chief Akin Oke, on the occasion of his 86th birthday. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available to newsmen on Friday in Ibadan. Senator […]
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The South West Guild of Online Publishers (SWEGOP) on Thursday elected new executives to pilot its affairs.
At a meeting held at the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) Press Centre, Iyaganku, Ibadan, members appointed former Southwest Bureau Chief of the Nations newspapers, Bisi Oladele as Chairman, with Dapo Falade emerging as Vice Chairman. Taiwo Oluwadamilare was named Secretary, while Joseph Okuwofu will serve as Assistant Secretary. Other officials include Temi Aboderin as […]
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Oyo State Revenue Board Set to Shut Down Hospitality Businesses Over Unpaid Taxes- Chairman Olufemi Awakan
The Oyo State Board of Internal Revenue has announced plans to shut down hotels, restaurants, apartments, and other businesses in the hospitality sector that fail to meet their tax obligations by February 13, 2025. In a statement, the board emphasized that affected businesses must settle various taxes and levies, including Personal Income Tax, Land Use […]
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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 […]
Read More48 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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Portable cries out as government seals his new uncompleted building and the hotel, detains his customers and workers
Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, well known as Portable, has cried out as the government seals his uncompleted building and hotel over illegal development without an approval permit. Taking to his Instagram page, he said he believes in God and is assured that nobody can fail him. Portable revealed that the government sealed his newly uncompleted […]
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Hon. Akinwole Akinleye Commissions New Classrooms to Enhance Education in Akinyele Local Government
In a significant move to enhance educational infrastructure, Hon. Akinwole Akinleye, the Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, has commissioned a new block of three classrooms at Sagbe Community Primary School in Sagbe Moniya, Ibadan. This initiative underscores his administration’s commitment to providing quality education to the residents of Akinyele Local Government. Speaking at the […]
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Ibadan roads rehabilitation, others: Who will tell GSM?
Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration has been actively involved in rehabilitating roads in Ibadan in recent times. The Oyo State Government commenced the major road rehabilitation projects in key areas of Ibadan with the aim to improve transportation and the socio-economics of the state capital. From Yemetu to Bodija to UI Junction to Beere-Molete-Popoyemoja Roads, from […]
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FG Engages Oyo Stakeholders on Livestock Development as Miyetti Allah, AFAN Pledge Support
The Federal Government has launched a nationwide stakeholder engagement initiative to enhance awareness of livestock production and its value chain. The initiative, spearheaded by the Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Muktar, aims to boost productivity, ensure food sufficiency, and strengthen Nigeria’s livestock sector. Speaking at the engagement meeting held at Jagz Hotel, Iyaganku, Ibadan, on […]
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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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How Bodija Got Its Name
Bodija, one of Ibadan’s most popular neighborhoods, derives its name from historical events linked to agriculture and land use. The area was originally a vast farmland where cattle rearing and food production thrived. In the 1950s, the government established the Bodija Market to decongest the older markets in Ibadan. The name “Bodija” is believed to […]
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