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  The Oyo State House of Assembly member representing Lagelu State Constituency, Hon Akintunde Olajide AKT has donated a humongous amount of money running into millions of naira and a fat cow to Peoples Democratic Party local government leaders, local executives, Ward chairmen and security agencies. AKT donated the cash and the cow as the party executives at local and all the fourteen ward executives held their end of the year local government meeting at the party Secretariat, Lagelu, Ibadan. Speaking at the meeting, AKT who was ably represented by his campaign Director-General, Hon Olufemi Ajibade stated that the gesture was borne out of the lawmaker’s desire to improve the standard of living of the people of the constituency during, and after, the Christmas and New Year celebrations. The lawmaker said that Christ who is the reason for the season preached generosity, hence his continued determination to change the lives of party leaders and and others in the constituency. “I have deci

 A former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, has been released from Kuje Correctional Centre after his lawyers perfected his bail conditions. His lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mathew Burkaa, confirmed this to Channels Television. Justice Hamza Muazu of the Federal Capital Territory High court had granted him bail in sum of N300 million with two sureties in like sum. Emefiele was arraigned on a six-count charge bordering on procurement fraud and using his position to confer a corrupt advantage on Sa’adatu Yaro, a staff of CBN, by awarding a contract for the procurement of 43 vehicles worth N1.2 billion between 2018 and 2020, on November 18th. While he was remanded in Kuje, Emefiele was mandated to deposit all his travel documents with the registrar of the court and must remain within the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC). Advertisement The trial over his alleged procurement of vehicles has already began before Justice Hamza Muazu. Road To Detenti

  In a bid to promote sports development in Oyo State, Honourable Wasilat Adegoke, the Commissioner for Youth and Sports, has commended AOA International Limited for their remarkable contribution to the sporting industry. The commissioner specifically praised the company for their innovative WURA soccer boot, which will gain widespread recognition among athletes and enthusiasts alike. The WURA soccer boot, developed by AOA International Limited, represents a significant advancement in sports technology. With its cutting-edge design and high-performance features, the boot will become a favorite among professional footballers and aspiring players. Its durability, comfort, and enhanced performance attributes make it a game-changer in the world of soccer. Honourable Wasilat Adegoke expressed her appreciation for AOA International Limited's commitment to promoting sports excellence through the development of such groundbreaking products. She highlighted the significance of private secto

  In a momentous event held yesterday, the Oluwo of Iwo, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, presented the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers' Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU) awards to Akeem Olatunji and Hon 'RAD'. The ceremony, which took place in Ibadan, was attended by prominent personalities and key stakeholders. Expressing his gratitude, Akeem Olatunji, a distinguished public servant, thanked Governor Seyi Makinde for the opportunity to serve Oyo state under his administration. He emphasized the significance of this appointment, both personally and politically, and pledged to uphold the governor's esteemed reputation in all his endeavors. In addition, Olatunji expressed his sincere appreciation to the organizers of this prestigious event. Recognizing RATTAWU's longstanding contribution to Oyo state's development, he felt deeply honored to be selected as a recipient of this esteemed award. Hon 'RAD,' in her address, disclosed h

  Oyo state governor, Seyi Makinde has officially presented staff of Office to the 21st Soun of Ogbomoso, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege III. The official coronation and presentation of Staff of Office held at the Soun of Ogbomoso Township Stadium, Ogbomoso today, December 19. Newsbreaknaija reports. Oba Ghandi, in his brief some titled “My dream and my Reality”, after receiving the instrument and staff of Office from Governor Makinde, expressed gratitude to God and all who have made the day a reality. He said he accepted the new throne as a call from God to serve the people of Ogbomosoland and appealed to all sons and daughters of Ogbomoso to work with him in order to harness the potentials of the land. He added that the strength of Ogbomoso does not lie in the crown he wears alone but in the bond that binds every sons and daughters of Ogbomoso together regardless of religion or gender. He assured that his commitment to the development of Ogbomoso remains u

  The Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has pledged to disburse the 13th-month salary to civil servants in the state ahead of the New Year. Makinde made this announcement on Sunday night during the 2023 Christmas Carol Service with the theme “Unto Us a Child is Born” held at the Remembrance Arcade, Government House, Agodi, Ibadan. Taking to his verified X account, he shared, “Tonight, we celebrated the 2023 Festival of Carols and Nine Lessons under the theme ‘Unto Us a Child is Born.’ It provided us with another occasion to express gratitude to God for His mercies and faithfulness throughout this challenging year economically.” Advertisement Makinde reassured the civil servants in Oyo State, stating, “Consistent with our practice since 2019, I want to assure the civil servants in Oyo State that, once again, we will be disbursing the 13th-month salary before the close of this year.” It’s noteworthy that Makinde’s administration has consistently implemented the payment of the 13th-mont

  The Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Ohanenye has ordered the arrest of an Uyo-based lawyer known as Mr Ebong for assaulting his wife in a viral video. Mr Ebong was seen in the video standing over his bloodied wife who was in her underwear, while several people intervened stopping him from beating her. A bystander also accused the man of beating his wife for more than four years Reacting to the horrible scene on Sunday via a post on X, the minister wrote that the “Federal Ministry of Women Affairs Nigeria has ordered the arrest of this demonized lawyer Mr Ebong, who must face the law squally and I promise this act can not be swept under the carpet.” Advertisement Hon.Ohanenye insisted the lawyer would face the law irrespective of the wife’s refusal to push for prosecution. “Even if the woman decides she doesn’t want her husband to be sued, due to family pressure. the man must face the law as justice will have its way.”  She also reiterated the Ministry’s commitment to ending gender-bas

  Former Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in Oyo state and Chairmanship candidate of the party ahead of the coming 2024 Local Government election, Akeem Olatunji has commissioned a newly donated motorized Borehole Project in Oluyole. Olatunji commissioned the Borehole project facilitated by a philanthropist who prefers not to be mentioned on Sunday morning (today. The project was however, facilitated by a political ally and associate of Engr Akeem Olatunji, Alhaji K. K. Olayiwola, to Jaloke Ifesowapo Development Community in Oluyole Local Government. Consequently, the Community in an euphoria of excitement declared it’s support for Olatunji’s election bid as the next executive Chairman of Oluyole while endorsing him as their sole candidate at the coming Council poll. In his brief remarks, shortly before commissioning the project for community use, Olatunji said, the gesture was not only timely but is also in line with Governor Seyi Makinde’s Sustainable Develop

The Special Adviser to Gov Makinde On Education Intervention, Honourable Oloye Suraj Abiodun Tiamy on Friday Morning again visited some schools in Akinyele Local Government Area to have add-on assessments. Hon Tiamy who visited those schools around 9am on Friday accompanied by the Akinyele Local Government Chairmanship flagbearer of ruling People's Democratic Party (PDP) Hon Wole Akinleye, Chief of Staff to the Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Mr Ademola Adeniji and other party leaders from the same Local Government Area. The schools visited were Orogun Grammar School, HLA Primary School Ojoo, Apapa Secondary School where he identifies the challenges of the schools and spoke with the Principals and other teaching staff as well as students of the visited schools. The Governor’s aide, Hon Tiamy who documented other basic needs of those schools and promised to supply the detailed information to the Oyo state Governor, His Excellency, Engr Seyi Makinde for more improvem

   Èké dáyé, aásà dàpòmu, ìgbà yí bìrí olorì darapọ̀ mọ́ èrò ìnájà, Adégún ń d'Adéògún, Fáìlì di Fàlí,Adéẹgbẹ́ yípadà d'Adẹ̀gbẹ́, ọ̀rọ̀ àná di bámìín, Ayé yí bìrìpé, ajá padà sídìí èébì, gbogbo ẹ̀,gbògbò ẹ̀, nítorí àtijẹ....   Ẹni wagbádá sùn di dandan kó gbójú oorun wa kẹ̀kẹ́, Afàpótírọrí ò le è gbádùn oorun, ìdúró ò sí, ìbẹ̀rẹ̀ ò sí fún ẹni tó gbódó mì! Ibi a ti pé ó dàárọ̀, Yorùbá ní a kìí tún pé ẹ káalẹ́ mọ́, aláìnítìjú lè su sáàrin ọjà níta gbangba, ẹgbẹ́ tí aráabí ní ó ń ti àwọn lójú láti fọn rere rẹ̀ lọ́jọ́sí, òun ló kan asọ pọ̀ bí eégún lábala jó jàgínní yòdò wọ́nú ẹ̀ padà nítorí àti fi dandan láá wooko di Gómìnà.     Ẹni tó lójú lojú tì, àti pé orúkọ èkuru yàtọ̀ sí t'Àkàrà gédéńgbé, kárìn kápọ̀ yíyẹ ní yẹni, bí i ti ọgbà ẹ̀wọ̀n kọ́, èyí ló mú onímọ̀ ẹ̀rọ Faozey Oládọ̀tun Nurudeen ní ààrin gbùngbùn Òyó àti  Ayédẹ̀rọ̀ Ilẹ̀ Yorùbá, Shina Abíọ́lá Peller ní Àríwá Ọ̀yọ́ sọ pé ó tó gẹ́ ẹ́! Pé àwọn ò sìnà mọ́, ní wón bá tẹ̀lé ẹni tó mọ̀nà òtítọ́, Gómìnà Ṣèyí Mákindé wọnú ẹ

 Addressing the governors’ wives on Thursday in a statement signed by her SA Media, Busola Kukoyi, Senator Tinubu noted that it has become imperative for the forum to be held so that she can update them on issues especially as they affect the Nation. “In recent times, I have been sharing experiences from the First Ladies of other nations to help me position myself appropriately for the task ahead. Some of the things I discovered were that HIV/AIDS is still very prevalent in Nigeria”. “Estimates from the 2023 Spectrum by the Federal Ministry of Health, the Nigeria HIV/AIDS Indicator and Impact Survey, there are about 1.98 million persons living with HIV/AIDS in the country. Adults aged 15 years and above make up about 1.8 million People Living with HIV (PLWHIV), of which 1.1 million are adult women. Equally, 1 in 7 babies born in the world is a Nigerian Child, underscoring the significance of the nation’s role in the global fight against AIDS. Children contribute 23% of new HIV infectio

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has approved the appointment of Honourable Fola Sunday Oyekunle as his Deputy Chief of Staff. The appointment was contained in a letter signed by the governor’s Chief of Staff, Honourable Segun Ogunwuyi. Oyekunle was a member of the Oyo State House of Assembly representing Ibadan North 1 Constituency in the ninth Assembly, during which he was the chairman of House Committee on Youth and Sport. Advertisement He was also the Ibadan North Local Government Coordinator for Governor Seyi Makinde’s re-election. While congratulating him on the appointment, Governor Makinde urged him to work with others for the actualisation of the Roadmap to Sustainable Development 2023 – 2027 and the development of Oyo State as a whole. Advertisement E-Signed Moses Alao Special Assistant (Print Media) to Oyo State Governor December 15, 2023.

  Prominent Politician Hon. Kunle Busari Appointed as Campaign Director General as PDP Sets Up Strong Campaign Committee for Local Government Election in Ibadan South West .... named Honourable Kunle Folarin, Baale as Deputy Director General, Honourable Musa Abiodun Asanlaye as Secretary, Industreet Bashorun Saintabey as Publicity Secretary of the campaign committee. The People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Ibadan South West has recently constituted its campaign council for the upcoming local government election. This move marks an important step for the party as it prepares to contest the election and rally support from the residents of the local government area. The PDP, known for its commitment to grassroots politics and inclusive governance, has carefully selected a team of dedicated individuals to lead its campaign efforts. The campaign council is comprised of seasoned politicians, community leaders, and activists who are passionate about the development and progress of Ibadan S

As part of measures to alleviate the burden of attaining tertiary education as well as create a pool of funds to be accessed, Prince ADEBAYO Kayode, has said that plans are already being concluded to roll out interest free loan for students of Iresa-Adu origin studying in Nigerian universities and polytechnic across the country. The gesture according to the royal prince popularly known as Adebayo of Iresa, was part of his commitment to human capacity development in his area which he said, is expected to be a catalyst for the socioeconomic transformation of Iresaland in Ogbomoso geopolitical zone. A statement by Prince Adebayo who is the Founder and Chairman, Iresa Royal Foundation, a non governmental organization, made available to journalists on Wednesday December 13 indicates that the Students Relief Loan program includes all undergraduate and postgraduate students of Iresa-Adu extraction studying in various tertiary institutions in Nigeria. In order to achieve a transparent process

  The Oyo State Government, on Wednesday, flagged off the disbursement of the N1 Billion Agric Support Loan to farmers across the seven geopolitical zones of the state under the Sustainable Action for Economic Recovery (SAfER). The state government, through the Agricultural Credit Corporation of Oyo State (ACCOS), held the symbolic presentation of the cheques to beneficiaries and participating Microfinance Banks, at the conference room of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Secretariat, Agodi Ibadan. Presenting the dummy cheques to the beneficiaries, the state’s Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, who also doubles as the Chairman, SAfER Food Security Sub-Committee, Barr. Olasunkanmi Olaleye, noted that the agric loan support will reduce the cost of food and also sustain the economic recovery of the state. He added that the loan facility is strictly for farmers and that it is being issued strictly based on the merit of applications, noting that the proces

  President Bola Tinubu has sworn in Dr Musa Aliyu as the new Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC). At a brief ceremony that took place before the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting commenced in the State House on Wednesday, the President also swore in Prof Tunji Olaopa as the Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC). Eleven members of the Federal Civil Service Commission were also sworn in. Advertisement They are : Dr. Daudu Ibrahim Jalo — Member (Representing Adamawa | Gombe | Taraba) Obong Ededet Eyoma — Member (Representing Akwa Ibom | Cross River) Dr. Chamberlain Nwele — Member (Representing Anambra | Ebonyi | Enugu) Mr. Rufus N. Godwins — Member (Representing Rivers | Delta | Bayelsa) Dr. Adamu Hussein — Member (Representing Niger | FCT) Mr. Aminu Nabegu — Member (Representing Jigawa | Kano) Ms. Hindatu Abdullahi — Member (Representing Kaduna | Katsina) Mr. Shehu Aliyu — Member (Representing Kebbi | Sokoto

   In a heartfelt plea,As recent reports drawn attention of Oyo state executive Governor Engr, Seyi Abiodun Makinde to the urgent situation at Government Technical College Aawe Oyo town. Concerns the school's condition prompted His excellence Governor Seyi Makinde through the Special Adviser to the Governor on Education Intervention, Hon, Abiodun Suraj Oloye-Tiamy Accompanied by Ibraheem Tanwa Ajibola and Deji Taofeek, they meticulously inspected all 14 departments within the institution. Hon,Tiamy assured the school that he would convey the issues identified during the visit to Governor Seyi Makinde. The collective effort aims to address and resolve the challenges faced by Government Technical College Aawe. This intervention signifies the commitment of the state government to enhancing the quality of education. During the visit, Mr. Okunlola, one of the dedicated teachers at the school, took a moment to discuss the numerous obstacles confronting the institution. In a gesture of gr

  ••••Community Unites for Educational Development and Endorses Olatunji's Leadership Adeyeri Ajogbelede, a close-knit community in Oluyole Local Government Area of Oyo State, echoed resounding support for the Chairmanship Ambition of Engr Akeem Olatunji during the recent commissioning of a newly constructed block of three classrooms. The endeavor was made possible through the collaborative efforts of key contributors, including Hon. Tunde Ayoade, Vice Chairman of Akorede LCDA, the Ajogbelede Landlord/Landlady's Association, and the Oluyole Local Government Chairmanship Candidate, Engr Akeem Olatunji, who is vying for the position under the People's Democratic Party (PDP). Advertisement Expressing gratitude for the support received, residents lauded the generosity of contributors, emphasizing their collective commitment to developmental projects. The successful completion of the three-classroom block stands as a testament to the community's dedication to positive change

 The Senate on Tuesday announced President Bola Tinubu’s request seeking the confirmation of the nomination of 19 commissioners of the National Population Commission (NPC). The appointees are: 1. Emmanuel Eke (Abia) 2. Clifford Zirra (Adamawa) 3. Chidi Ezeoke (Anambra) 4. Isa Buratai (Borno) 5. Alex Ukam (Cross River) 6. Blessyn Brume-Ataguba (Delta) 7. Jeremiah Nwankwegu (Ebonyi) 8. Tony Aiyejina (Edo) 9. Ejike Ezeh (Enugu) 10. Abubakar Damburam (Gombe) 11. Uba Nnabue (Imo) 12. Dogon Garba (Kaduna) 13. Aminu Tsanyawa (Kano) 14. Yori Afolabi (Kogi) 15. Olakunle Sobukola (Ogun) 16. Temitayo Oluwatuyi (Ondo) 17. Mary Afan (Plateau) 18. Ogiri Henry (Rivers 19. Saany Sale (Taraba) The President also asked the red chamber to confirm the nomination of Bashir Indabawa (North-West), Enorense Amadasu (South-South) and Babajide Fasina (South-West) as NPC commissioners. The Senate led by Senator Godswill Akpabio referred the nomination to the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to repo

 The Oyo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP has berated the All Progressives Congress declaring the opposition’s criticism of the 2024 budget presented to the Oyo State House of Assembly by Governor Seyi Makinde. The Publicity Secretary of the ruling party in the state, Hon Michael Ogunsina said the embattled spokesperson of the APC in Oyo State, Mr. Wasiu Sadare, on behalf of the party, wherein unfounded allegations were made regarding land grabbing and the supposed fraudulent nature of the 2024 budget proposal, we find it imperative to set the record straight. Please take this as a comprehensive rebuttal based on factual information. The recent claims made by the Oyo APC appear to be a desperate attempt to gain political relevance and to make noise by a party already in oblivion. The balderdash released by their spokesman is lacking the substance needed to substantiate their assertions and claims. Drawing from the engagement of the Commissioner for Budget and National