Seyi Makinde
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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Oyo’ll continue to provide right environment for businesses, says Makinde
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to providing a conducive and safe environment for businesses. He stated that the government will continue to put in place the right policies and adequate security to encourage investments in the state, noting that this will enable the state to achieve its target on expanding […]
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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 […]
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Makinde Affirms Commitment to NYSC Initiatives
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State reaffirmed his administration’s strong backing for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programmes. He made the announcement during the inauguration of the 2024 Batch B Stream II orientation camp for newly deployed corps members, held in Iseyin. Represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Youths and Sports, […]
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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Oyo to host international tourism summit, sets up planning committee
Oyo State Government will host an international tourism summit between April 17 and 18, 2024 to showcase its tourism endowments to the world. The event, which will have in attendance representatives of embassies, leading lights in tourism, financial institutions as well as members of the international community, is also meant to attract investors who will […]
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Makinde charges companies, individuals on CSR
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has called on wealthy Nigerians and corporate bodies to always support the government through provision of social amenities to their immediate communities. The governor gave the charge on Tuesday, while commissioning a Computer-Based Test Centre donated by the chairman of BOVAS Nig Ltd, Architect Bamidele Samson, to the University College […]
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