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The Oluyole Local Government Area of Oyo state has commenced the training of 1,000 youths in various vocational skills targeted at generating employment that would enable self reliance and financial independence for participants. The training commenced yesterday, September, 19, at the Local Government Secretariat, Idi-Ayunre, Ibadan.  The vocational skills participants are currently undergoing training for include hairdressing, barbing, tailoring, making of local fabrics otherwise called 'Kampa', Catering, and Headgear making also called 'Gele'.  The executive chairman of the LG, Engr. Akeem Olatunji disclosed that the Council is also partnering with a leading commercial bank to provide access to soft loans to participants of the intensive two-week vocational training program. Speaking with newsmen shortly after the flag off of the training, Olatunji said the 1,000 participants were drawn from across the 10 political wards in the Oluyole LG. While stressing the economic

The executive chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, has announced the relocation of Local Council Development Authority (LCDA) headquarters from Akorede back to Olode. The relocation was part of decisive moves by the Olatunji led LG administration aimed at resolving long-standing issues surrounding grassroots development in line with the primary purpose of creating LCDA which has been abandoned for a long time. The Council boss, Olatunji made the announcement on Monday, September 16 when he visited Olode community following a distress call about activities of a notorious land grabber in the area. It was however, gathered from the community that the LCDA previously operational at Olode was abandoned due to some reasons including a deplorable access road from town to the place by LG staff under the previous administration leading to the building becoming dilapidated and surrounding by thick bush. While calling on members of Olode community to wake up to their civic

Hon. Abiodun Suraj Oloye-Tiamy, Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on Education Intervention, extends heartfelt congratulations to all Muslims in Oyo State on the occasion of Maulud Nabiyu. This significant day commemorates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, a time of reflection, gratitude, and spiritual renewal for the Muslim community. Hon,Tiamy acknowledges the deep spiritual and cultural importance of Maulud Nabiyu, which offers an opportunity for Muslims to renew their faith and commitment to the teachings of the Prophet. He encourages the community to embrace the values of peace, compassion, and unity that are central to the Prophet's teachings. As the people of Oyo State celebrate this auspicious occasion, Hon. Oloye-Tiamy hopes that it brings joy, harmony, and prosperity to every household. He believes that the teachings of the Prophet can inspire positive change and foster a stronger sense of community among all residents. In conclusion, Hon, Tiamy sends his warmest

Asaba, Delta State - Team Oyo achieved a trifecta of medals on Sunday, September 15th, at the ongoing National Youth Games, solidifying its position as a top contender. In the Table-tennis Boys Singles final, Ayoola Usman and Ayatullahi Ahmed faced off in an all-Oyo state showdown. After a thrilling five-set match, Ayoola Usman emerged victorious, claiming gold and reasserting Oyo state's dominance in cadet table-tennis. Ayatullahi Ahmed secured silver, ensuring a double medal haul for Team Oyo. In athletics, Abass Ayomide Taofikat sprinted to a bronze medal in the 100m Girls' Final with an unofficial time of 12.10s. Looking ahead to Monday, September 16th, Team Oyo's male football team is set to face Abia State in the semi-finals. Additionally, the female and male boxing teams will compete in their respective semi-finals, with Ahmed Mariam facing Bornu State and Adekunle Roqeeb facing his opponent from Akwa-ibom State. With these latest wins, Team Oyo continues to make a s

The Executive Chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, has laid the foundation for the construction of a new Police Station cited at Oke-Ogbere to enhance security in the area.  The foundation laying ceremony held earlier in the week.  Members of Oke-Ogbere Community spearheaded the construction project as part of community development support initiative to compliment efforts of the Council Chairman to reposition Oluyole for economic development.  Recall that Olatunji had also earlier in the week commissioned a remodeled ultra modern Grade A Customary Court, multipurpose administrative complex, Amotekun headquarters, and other projects with modern facilities to commemorate his first 100 days in office as the executive chairman of Oluyole LG. According to the LG boss, the move was geared towards strengthening security at the grassroots in line with one of the four cardinal pillars–security, upon which governor Seyi Makinde's administration was built to ensure safe

As a show of recognition for dedication and commitment to public service, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters in Oyo state, Otunba Ademola Ojo 'Ijaya' has commended the executive chairman of Oluyole LG for his transformative policies and programs at the grassroots.  The Commissioner described Olatunji as a visionary politician who epitomizes the Sustainable Development Agenda of Governor Seyi Makinde with his laudable projects and life changing programs with direct positive impacts on grassroots development.  The Commissioner stated this on Wednesday, September 11, at the official commemoration of his first 100 days in office and commissioning of already completed projects in Oluyole local government. Olatunji’s tenure was said to have been marked by several notable projects that reflect his commitment to improving the quality of life for residents which include reconstruction of a building for a Grade A Customary Court of Appeal, infrastructural upgra

Stakeholders and leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oluyole Local Government have unanimously passed a vote of confidence on the executive chairman of the Council, Engr. Akeem Olatunji.  The resolution for the endorsement was reached during a quarterly stakeholders meeting well attended by key party figures, including the local government party chairman, Alhaji Mukaila Akingbola and his executives, all ten ward chairmen and their executive members, leaders, and elders of the party in the council.  The meeting held on Friday, September 7, in the office of the executive chairman, local government Secretariat, Idi-Ayunre, Ibadan.  In his welcome address, Olatunji expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support he has continued to enjoy and affirmed his commitment to consolidate on the progress made during so far.  While acknowledging the important role of the party as what he described as the parent that burthed government, Olatunji stressed the need to empower the party to

As part of measures to ensure the continued progress of key infrastructural developments and to evaluate strategic educational support initiatives for junior and senior secondary students, the executive chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, yesterday led top officials of the Council on a comprehensive inspection tour of various ongoing projects and educational schools in the LG.  The inspection according to the Council boss aimed to ensure full compliance with standard and specifications on several ongoing infrastructure projects with ultra modern facilities, including the remodeling of a building for a new Oluyole LG Customary Court, the expansion of public facilities, and improvements to community utilities. Other ongoing projects that Olatunji inspected yesterday include remodeling of a multipurpose building complex designed to serve as administrative offices for the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC), Nationa

The people of Oluyole Local Government as well as Staff of the Council Secretariar are still basking in the euphoria of restoration of electricity supply to the area by the Executive Chairman, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, after years of abandonment in blackout. After enduring years of persistent blackouts, residents of Idi-Ayunre area and its environs in Oluyole were overjoyed to see their offices and homes illuminated once again. The much-anticipated electricity supply was restored yesterday September 2, following concerted efforts by the Executive chairman of the Council,Engr. Olatunji, who completed the refurbishment of the power plant that supplies electricity to the area.  Consequent upon the restoration of electricity supply to the Council Secretariat and its environs, ecstatic LG Staff members trouped to the Chairman's office in celebration as a show of appreciation for what they described as a giant stride geared towards grassroots development.  According to the excited workers, t