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The House of Representatives Committee on Narcotic Drugs, on Wednesday, raised concerns over the alarming rate of drug abuse among youths and women in the North Central region of the country. The committee called on stakeholders in the region to take urgent and proactive steps to tackle the growing menace, which they described as “a threat to societal stability.” Chairman of the House Committee, Rep. Abass Adigun, popularly known as Agboworin, while  expressing his concern during the opening session of a two-day North Central National Sensitisation Workshop on Narcotics Drugs in Lafia, Nasarawa State, noted that prevention of the menace is a shared responsibility.  He urged Nigerians to create a supportive environment that empowers the youth and women to make healthy choices and steer clear of drugs. Agboworin equally explained that the House of Representatives embarked on the sensitisation campaign due to the devastating effects of drug abuse on society, especially on the region’s vul

In the wake of recent heavy downpour of rain causing flooding in different parts of Ibadan, the Executive Chairman of Oluyole Local Government Area, Engr. Akeem Olatunji has ordered immediate relocation of traders operating their stalls and shops on drainages. He maintained that violators of the relocation directive from the affected areas would be arrested and prosecuted within the provisions of relevant environmental laws. This was as the Council boss also disclosed that his administration has already completed the rehabilitation of Olomi, Fatusi-Ayegun road, while Odo-ona kekere road is undergoing rehabilitation. The Council boss also led top local government officials including the Vice Chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Hon Adeniyi Akorede, the Supervisory Councilor for Works, Hon Oyepeju Moruf Ikeoluwa, and the Director of Works on inspection tour of Liberty-Academy road following the heavy downpour that affected a culvert and a mini bridge. Engr. Olatunji made this known last

Member representing Ibadan North-East/Ibadan South-East Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Abass Adigun, popularly known as Agboworin, on Saturday, lauded the Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde, for placing value on culture and tradition in the state.  Agboworin, who is a two-term lawmaker and Chairman, House Committee on Narcotic Drugs, stated this on Saturday, while speaking at the annual World Twins Festival, themed; "Twinning for Love, Unity and National Economic Reorientation,” held at the Methodist Grammar School, Igbo Ora.  The lawmaker, who was also the chairman of the occasion, lauded the governor’s effort at putting the Festival on a global world map, thereby attracting tourists and investors to develop the economy of the state.   While presenting his speech on the podium, Agboworin was flanked by notable politicians in the state including lawmaker representing Ibarapa North/Ibarapa Central federal constituency, Rep. Adebayo Adepoju (Ibarapa Ka

The recent condemnation of Akeem Olatunji by a certain group for cautioning party members or groups within the PDP in Oyo State is misguided and unfortunate. Akeem Olatunji’s stance was aimed at fostering party unity and ensuring that all members align with the vision and leadership of Governor Seyi Makinde. As the overall leader of the PDP in Oyo State, Governor Makinde’s choice of aspirants is crucial in maintaining the progress and stability that the party has achieved. Any attempt to undermine this leadership by showing sympathy for other aspirants without considering the governor’s input threatens the cohesion of the party. It is surprising that this group has resorted to lamenting and attempting to blackmail Governor Makinde for inviting Shina Peller to the PDP and later not responding to his calls, ignoring the fact that Shina Peller’s defection to the PDP does not entitle him to an automatic ticket. The PDP is home to many brilliant minds and notable politicians, many of whom S

As political momentum continues to gather ahead of 2027, leaders and key political stakeholders of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Oluyole local government have resolved to remain united and formidable behind Governor Seyi Makinde's decision in his choice for who succeeds him.  The executive chairman of Oluyole local government, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, however warned against PDP following the same political route as the then ruling party in 2018 when political gladiators worked against their leader and the party as such could spell danger for the party come 2027. This was as the PDP leaders in Oluyole unanimously issued a firm directive prohibiting any political groupings among its members for any potential governorship aspirants ahead of the 2027 general elections.  The meeting, which held yesterday at the office of the executive chairman of Oluyole local government, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, at Idi-Ayunre, was well attended by all major PDP leaders and stakeholders in the counci

The executive chairman of Oluyole local government, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, has said that his administration has fully aligned with the visionary leadership and inclusive governance of governor Seyi Makinde in its 2025 budget preparation.  This, Olatunji said, will be reflected in the implementation of the budget when finally presented to and passed by the Oluyole Legislative House.  The council boss stated this while addressing newsmen yesterday shortly after the Stakeholders Consultative Meeting on 2025 Budget of Ibadan Less City hosted by Oluyole local government. The Stakeholders Consultative meeting on the 2025 Budget which held yesterday, October 4, at the Council Secretariat, Idi-Ayunre, Ibadan, aims to directly engage people at the grassroots in order to gather inputs regarding their concerns and aspirations ahead of the next fiscal year for local government administration. Speaking with journalists, Akeem Olatunji harped on the importance of participatory governance in shaping t