Oyo State

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We Will Immortalise Alao-Akala, Makinde Says.

Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Friday, hailed the late former Governor Adebayo Alao-Akala as a great man, who recognised and lived his life in accordance with the Biblical teaching that there is a time and a season for everything under the sun. Makinde, who declared that the state government would immortalise the late […]

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Death General Politics

We ‘ll never forget Alao-Akala’s Contributions To The Development Of Oyo- Makinde

Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Wednesday, eulogised the late former governor of the state, Otunba Adebayo Alao-Akala for what he described as his immense contributions to the development of Oyo State. Makinde, spoke through his deputy, Engineer Rauf Olaniyan, during the Lying-in-State Ceremony held in honour of the former governor by the State Government, […]

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In Ibadan: One Killed, Many Injured As Thugs Attack Igboho’s Residence.

One person was feared killed and many confirmed injured on Saturday when armed thugs attacked the Soka residence of Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo aka Sunday Igboho, in Ibadan, Oyo State. Igboho’s lead lawyer, Yomi Aliyyu (SAN), confirmed the attack in a telephone chat with newsmen on Saturday. According to Aliyyu, the armed thugs stormed […]

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General

Makinde Presents Ex-Gov Olunloyo With Lexus Jeep

You are doing well, says Olunloyo Makinde, who was accompanied by a number of government officials, held a closed door meeting with Olunloyo who was Governor between October 1, 1983 to December 31 of the same year. Governor Makinde only said: “Your Excellency, let me present you with this gift,” pointing to the army green […]

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Traditional

Makinde To Announce New Olubadan Of Ibadanland on Monday As The State Pays Final Respect To Oba Adetunji.

Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Saturday, promised to name the new Olubadan of Ibadanland on Monday. Governor Makinde stated this while speaking at the final burial rites for the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Saliu Akanmu Adetunji, who died on January 2, 2022.The event was held at the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, […]

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Politics Environment

Makinde Inaugurates Road Safety Advisory Council To Minimise Road Accidents .

Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Tuesday, inaugurated the Oyo State Road Safety Advisory Council (SoRSAC) to prevent and minimise cases of accidents on highways in the state. The governor, while inaugurating the 10-man Council, at the Executive Chamber of the Governor’s Office, promised to replicate the same in all local government areas of the […]

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Religion Islam Politics

Hijab: Oyo Govt Didn’t Alter Policy On Freedom Of Religion

The Oyo State government, on Saturday, declared that it has not altered its policy on freedom of religion, urging residents of the state to discountenance recent attempts to misinterpret a statement from the office of the Special Assistant on Islamic Affairs on the wearing of Hijabs. It added that the government of Governor ‘Seyi Makinde […]

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Religion Christianity Politics

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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Politics Death

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 […]

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Politics

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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Politics

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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Environment Health

Oyo Govt Goes In Search Of Straying Destitute, Beggars, Returns Over 400 To Resettlement Centre

The government of Oyo State, on Wednesday, again evacuated over 400 beggars and destitute within Ibadan metropolis. It equally declared its plans to provide another resettlement centre for the beggars and destitutes in the capital city. The State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Inclusion, Alhaja Kafilat Olayiwola, stated this when she led the raiding […]

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Politics

Oyo Govt vows to deal with insecurity in UI, surrounding communities.

Govt addressing security challenges in UI neighbouring areas, says Makinde’s aideFollowing a recent spate of robberies and criminalities in off-campus communities largely inhabited by students of the University of Ibadan, the Oyo State Government has vowed to leave no stone unturned in putting an end to the menace. Special Assistant to the Governor on Students […]

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Politics General

We’ll deploy more security strategies to keep Oyo safe, secure, Makinde vows-says govt ‘ll continue to prioritize welfare of Armed forces

Oyo State Governor ‘Seyi Makinde, on Sunday, promised to deploy more security strategies to keep the state safe and secure in the new year. The governor, who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government ( SSG), Mrs Olubamiwo Adeosun, at the Armed Forces remembrance celebration, Church service, held at the St.Peter’s Church, Aremo, […]

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Uncategorized Politics

Ogunkojo emerges Oyo new Nigerian Legion Chair, gets new State Officials
…as govt charges them on collaborative efforts in tackling insecurity

Evangelist Julius Ogunkojo has emerged the Chairman of the Nigerian Legion, Oyo State command,Also, Alhaji Rasheed Oladokun as the Vice Chairman while Mr Adesope Obalowo is the Treasurer. Speaking at the swearing in ceremony of the new executive council after conducting a hitch-free election across the 33local government areas of the state,Commissioner for Women Affairs […]

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Politics

Oyo govt. vows to make life better for destitute, beggars, others
…promises to rid them off the streets

Oyo State Government has stated that plans are in top gear to rehabilitate all destitute, beggars and mentally ill persons evacuated from streets and give them a better life. The State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Inclusion, Alhaja Kafilat Olayiwola, made the pledge on Friday, in Ibadan, during the evacuation exercise. According to Olayiwola, […]

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Uncategorized Politics

MAKE GOVERNING BUSINESS YOUR BUSINESS, MUSBAU IMPLORES PEOPLE.

Oyo state’s Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Professor Musbau Babatunde, has implored people to make business of governance their business. Musbau made the appeal while giving his opening remarks during the public presentation of citizens accounability report on implementation of Oyo state’s 2020 budget, held at the House of Chiefs, Secretariat, Ibadan. The Oyo […]

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Politics

Seyi Makinde, Santa Claus and the joy of Christmas

It’s Christmas! Renditions of “Feliz navidad” and a plethora of other Christmas songs at carol cantatas would now cease. Shouts of joy and merriment will replace carol songs, for Christmas brings glad tidings in all parts of the world. Along with Christmas comes Santa Claus, the legend from the North Pole, who comes bearing goodies […]

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Makinde has repositioned, brought prosperity to Oyo in 31 months, group replies APC

An Oyo State-based socio-political group, Oyo Kajola Group (OKG), on Thursday, declared that the administration of Governor ‘Seyi Makinde is ending 2021 on a very high note, with several landmark projects delivered during the calendar year. The group, which scored Makinde high on the delivery of his campaign promises along the four service point agenda […]

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Politics

Happy Birthday To A Silent Achiever @54-Senator Balogun

Oyo State governor, Engineer ‘Seyi Makinde, has been described as a silent achiever who has positively turned around the fortunes of the state and positively impacted on the lives of the people. The senator representing Oyo South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Kola Balogun, said this in a congratulatory message to felicitate with […]

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