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As the world prepares to celebrate International Youth Day on August 12, 2024, the Commissioner for Youth and Sports in Oyo State, Honourable Wasilat Adegoke Adefemi, has unveiled a thrilling 5-day programme of events, showcasing the energy, creativity, and innovation of the state's young people. This year's theme, "Youth Digital Innovation for Sustainable Development," highlights the vital contribution of youth in driving progress and creating a better future for all. The 5-day celebration, scheduled to take place from August 12-18, 2024, promises an array of engaging activities, including: August 12 (Day 1) - Awareness Walk/Environmental Clean Up     - Venue: Secretariat, Favours - Bodija Market     - Time: 12 noon August 13 (Day 2) - Visit to Correctional Centre     - Venue: Agodi     - Time: 10 am - Business Fair/Exhibition for Young Entrepreneurs     - Venue: Race Course Amphitheatre, inside Lekan Salami Sports Complex     - Time: 1 pm August 14 (Day 3) - Entrepr

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has addressed concerns over the purported N570 billion Hardship Fund allegedly given to the 36 states by the Federal Government. The governor in his news letter clarified that the funds were part of the World Bank-assisted NG-CARES project, a loan program aimed at supporting states in Nigeria with COVID-19 recovery. The governor explained that the funds were reimbursed to states for expenses already incurred in implementing the program, and not a grant from the Federal Government. He emphasized that Oyo State had been transparent in its handling of donor-facilitated interventions and had been recognized as a model for other states to follow. Governor Makinde also highlighted his administration’s commitment to productivity and sustainability, particularly in the agriculture sector. He mentioned the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support (L-PRES) Project, another World Bank-facilitated initiative, aimed at creating a resilient livestock landscape