Seyi Makinde
Commence forest surveillance across S/West states, govs call on FG
The South-West Governors’ Forum has called on the Federal Government to urgently begin a surveillance of forests across the six states of the South-West geopolitical zone with a view to securing the vast forest belts in the zone, which are fast becoming hideouts for criminals. This was as the governors called on President Bola Ahmed […]
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Makinde mourns Segun Awolowo
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has described the death of Mr Segun Awolowo, the first grandson of the former Premier of the Western Region, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, SAN, as painful and a sad loss to Nigeria. Makinde condoled with the Chairman of the African Newspapers of Nigeria PLC, publishers of the Tribune Titles, Dr Tokunbo […]
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Makinde to present 2026 Budget Proposal to Assembly on Monday
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, will present the 2026 Appropriation Bill to the House of Assembly on Monday, November 24, 2025. The 2026 Budget Estimate will be the seventh Appropriation Bill presented to the lawmakers by the governor since his election as the governor of the state in 2019. Recall that the state government held […]
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Makinde Says Ibadan Convention Marks PDP’s Rebirth as Party Leaders Rally for Unity
Oyo State Governor and host of the 2025 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Convention, Seyi Makinde, has declared that the Ibadan gathering will be remembered as the turning point that repositioned the party for national relevance. Makinde made the remark in his welcome address at the convention held on Saturday at the Lekan Salami Sports […]
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Strike: Makinde meets LAUTECH Teaching Hospital workers, addresses demands
.As govt set to begin Ogbomoso inner roads Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has stated that his administration will continue to serve the people of the state and cater to the welfare of workers across different sectors.The governor made this declaration in Ogbomoso, on Tuesday, while meeting with professional bodies at the Ladoke Akintola University […]
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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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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 Chairperson celebrates Oyo Firstlady on her birthday, Extols her uniqueness and leadership dexterity*.
The Chairperson of Akinyele Local Government, Mrs Funmilola Akinleye has extended her heartfelt felicitation to the Oyo state Firstlady, Engr. Mrs Tamunominini Olufunke Makinde on the auspicious occasion of her birthday. In a statement made available to the public, Mrs Funmilola Akinleye extolled the uniqueness and leadership dexterity of the Oyo state Firstlady, Engr. Mrs […]
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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 Reaffirms Support for Students, Urges Focus During FOSSU Solidarity Visit
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has reiterated his administration’s commitment to supporting students’ education, describing such investments as a rightful use of the state’s commonwealth. The governor gave this assurance earlier today while receiving members of the Federation of Oyo State Students Union (FOSSU), who staged a solidarity walk to the state Secretariat in […]
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Birthday: Akinyele Council Boss, Hon Akinwole Akinleye felicitates Alh Abdulmojeed Olalekan and Hon Akintomide Akinleye on their birthday celebrations.*
Today, we celebrate extraordinary individuals whose impacts spans across multiple spheres of influence— A Strong Ally of our Principal, The Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr Seyi Makinde and my senior Brother and Executive Assistant to the Executive Governor of Oyo State on Sports Development. Your ability to wear these many hats with excellence and […]
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Circular Road: Oyo Govt pays N250m as first tranche of compensation.Beneficiaries hail govt
Property owners affected by the construction of the Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road have lauded the Oyo State Government as it commenced payment of the first tranche of compensation to landowners in Ajota to Alaago axis of the project. Commissioner for Lands and Housing, Mr Williams Akin-Funmilayo, declared on Friday that the state government has […]
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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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Ibadan Airport upgrade: Makinde lays foundation for new int’l terminal building
. ‘Facility to accommodate one million passengers annually’ As part of Oyo State Government’s ongoing effort to upgrade the Samuel Akintola Airport, Alakia, Ibadan, to international standard, Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Friday, turned the sod for a new Terminal Building that will accommodate at least one million passengers annually. Chairman of the Samuel […]
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Continue raising banner of media excellence, Makinde hails Tribune Editor over DAME Award
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has congratulated the Editor of Saturday Tribune, Dr Lasisi Olagunju, on winning the 2024 Informed Commentary Award at the Diamond Awards for Media Excellence (DAME). Governor Makinde, who urged the Editor to keep raising the banner of media excellence, said Dr Olagunju has become renowned for excellence over the years, […]
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Oyo Gaming Board engages stakeholders on innovation, consumer safety
Stakeholders in the gaming industry in Oyo State have been urged to collaborate more with the state government, regulators and consumer rights groups to bring about more innovations and consumer safety within the sector. The Oyo State Gaming and Lottery Board made this call at the 6th edition of the Stakeholders’ Interactive Forum tagged “Boom […]
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N80,000 minimum wage: Makinde nor dey carry last
When the Yoruba people want to express their joy at not being disappointed by someone they vouch for or hold in high esteem, they borrow the wisdom from Egungun masquerade circles by saying that “ti eegun eni ba mo o jo, ori a maa ya atokun.” Simply, the chaperon (atokun) of an Egungun and those […]
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2027: It’s APC versus Nigerians, Makinde declares.Donates South-West Secretariat to PDP, calls for unity in party
Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, has called on members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to work together and unite their bases, saying the 2027 general election would be APC versus Nigerians. The governor noted that with a united PDP, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) would have an uphill task in the election, […]
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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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