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The Chairman-elect of Oluyole Local Government, Mr. Akeem Olatunji, has unveiled members of his transition committee ahead of his official inauguration as the Executive Chairman of the Council.  Architect Salaam Azeez and Hon. Nurudeen Akanni have been announced as the chairman and secretary of the transition committee respectively.  Other committee members of the committee include Azeez Babalola, Fela Oluwa, Alh Abdul-Mumini Oyeniyi, Hon. Bolarinwa Olubodun, and Olatunji Sulaiman.  According to Olatunji, the transition committee, comprising individuals with diverse expertise and experience, is tasked with facilitating a smooth and seamless handover process from the outgoing administration to the incoming one.  Olatunji, who noted that the list of his transition committee has since been forwarded to the incumbent chairman, Hon. Olaide Settle for handing over cohesion and efficiency expressed his confidence in the abilities of the appointed committee members to steer the transition proc

Governor Seyi Makinde has signed the Oyo State Project Monitoring Agency Bill of 2024 into law, which heralds a new era of transparency and accountability for projects in the state. This move is a testament to his commitment to good governance principles, ensuring that public resources are used efficiently and effectively for the benefit of all citizens. The Oyo State Project Monitoring Agency will serve as a centralized body responsible for overseeing all projects from start to finish, thereby eliminating fragmentation and ensuring a coherent and coordinated approach to project execution. This consolidation of project monitoring efforts Willing streamline processes, minimize duplication of efforts, and maximize the impact of every naira spent on public projects. The agency aims to enhance transparency and accountability in project implementation by providing timely and accurate information on the progress and performance of ongoing projects. This transparency not only fosters public t

The recent local government elections in Oyo State, held on April 27th, marked a pivotal moment in the state's political landscape. Under the astute leadership of Governor Seyi Makinde, the People's Democratic Party (PDP) orchestrated an electoral process that captivated the attention of political stakeholders across the 33 local government areas and 351 wards. From the outset, the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) reassured all political parties of its commitment to conducting a free, fair, and credible electoral process. This commitment laid the foundation for what promised to be a fiercely contested election, with both the ruling PDP and the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) preparing for a showdown. The decision by the APC to participate in the local government elections underscored Governor Seyi Makinde's dedication to an all-inclusive electoral process. Despite holding the reins of power, Governor Makinde issued a directive for all candidate

As a show of solidarity and support for the incoming government in the Council, market leaders in Oluyole local government also known as 'Babalojas and Iyalojas' have paid a visit to the Chairman-elect, Akeem Olatunji, at his private residence.  The visit according to Olatunji, aimed at deepening the existing relationship between government and the market leaders especially in the areas of collaboration and synergy.  Led by the Babaloja and Iyaloja-general of Oluyole, Chief Olalere Mukaila Inaolaji and Chief Mrs. Omolara Gafari, the delegation expressed their gratitude to the Chairman-elect for his dedication to the welfare and advancement of the market community in the Council.  Speaking on behalf of the group yesterday during the visit, Chief Inaolaji lauded Olatunji's track record of service and pledged their continuous support for his administration on development and robust initiatives within various markets in Oluyole. The discussion centered around constructive delib

In a gracious display of goodwill and camaraderie, members of the renowned advocacy group, GSM Advocates, recently paid a visit to the esteemed residence of the newly elected chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Engr. Akeem Olatunji. The visit, which took place on a serene afternoon, marked a significant moment of solidarity and support for the local government chairman. The GSM Advocates, known for their dedication to promoting good governance and effective communication, have been instrumental in conveying the achievements and aspirations of Governor Makinde's administration to the public. Their visit to Engr Akeem Olatunji, the newly elected chairman of Oluyole Local Government, signifies the commitment and agreement to establish that the newly elected chairman has strong partnerships at the grassroots level. During the meeting, the GSM Advocates and Engr Akeem Olatunji discussed various developmental plans and strategies to uplift human capacity and the growth of GSM Advocates

  As a demonstration of solidarity and unity, the Oluyole Council of Traditional Rulers paid a courtesy visit to Akeem Olatunji at his private residence at Sanyo, to celebrate his electoral victory at the just concluded local government election in the state. Chairman of the Council, Baale Mustapha alongside Baale Kabiru Olajide Oleyo, Baale Ashaka led the delegation to Olatunji’s residence. Olatunji, who was the chairmanship candidate of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oluyole local government polled 17,063 to emerge winner of the election. During the meeting, discussions centered on collaborative efforts aimed at promoting development, preserving cultural heritage as well as fostering peace and harmony within the LG. The traditional rulers equally expressed their unwavering commitment and resolve to working hand in hand with the new chairman-elect for the betterment of Oluyole describing Olatunji’s mandate as their personal project. In his brief remarks, Baale Mustapha e

The Publisher of Nigeria Latest News Hon. Sulaiman Akande Olatunji popularly known as "Lexyman Smally" who's Political ally of Elected Chairman Oluyole Local Government  Engr. Akeem Olatunji has extend his Congratulatory messages to his Principal on his landslide victory in yesterday Election. Lexyman Smally affirmed that it's very obvious that Engr. Akeem Olatunji is not Just Popular Candidate in yesterday Election but Fantastic Grassroot Politician and hope of the masses in Oluyole Local Government with his antecedents and Outstanding individual personalities. The compassion of Electorates with massive votes for Engr. Akeem Olatunji of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and his ten Councillors across Oluyole Local Government is an attestations that the Electorates have genuine hope and expectations of good Governance from Engr. Akeem Olatunji in replication of what his (SARSINO) Role model Governor Seyi Makinde have being doing across Oyo State. He further that Engr. Ak

The Deputy National Chairman (South) of the People's Democratic Party, Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja has congratulated all candidates of the party in the 33 local government area on their victory at yesterday's local government election. In a congratulatory statement personally issued and made available to journalists though his Personal Assistant, Bamitale Ibrahim, Amb. Arapaja described their remarkable success as the will of the Almighty God. He stressed that it is a thing of joy that the sacrifices made by the party and all its candidates in the build up to the election in terms of mobilization, sensitization and rigorous campaigns tour to wards to wards, communities,  landlords associations have yielded positive result for the party Amb. Arapaja lauded the electorates in the state for appreciating the good works that Governor Makinde has been doing by coming out enmasse and cast their votes for candidates of the PDP at yesterday's election. He equally commended the Oyo St

Akeem Olatunji has been officially declared winner of the just concluded Local Government chairmanship election in Oluyole and duly returned Chairman-elect.  Olatunji polled 17,063 votes to defeat his closest rival, the APC which secured 3,522 to emerge winner in a landslide victory.  The Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) Electoral Officer for Oluyole, Mr Olawale Aremu made this official announcement today April 28 at the OYSIEC state headquarters, Agodi, Ibadan.  With an aggressive campaign focused on grassroots development and community empowerment, Olatunji garnered overwhelming support from residents across all ten wards of the local government area.  His message of inclusive governance and commitment to addressing the pressing needs of the local government resonated strongly with voters leading to the massive turnout at the polls.  The election results, announced by the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC), showcased Olatunji's commanding lead

 PRESS RELEASE The member representing the Ibadan North East/South East Federal constituency in the House of Representatives, Rep. Abass Adigun, popularly known as Agboworin, has boasted of victory for all the candidates of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in the local government election coming up on Saturday.  Agboworin, who is also the Chairman of the House Committee on Narcotic Drugs, stated this on Wednesday while speaking at the grand finale of the party's state-wide campaign, which was held at the Mapo Hall, Ibadan.  He expressed confidence that the party's unprecedented achievements in the state, led by Governor Seyi Makinde, will contribute massively to the victory of all the candidates participating in the electoral exercise.  Speaking further, he called on the party members to unite themselves and work together to ensure total victory for all the candidates.  "Yes, I am very sure that all our candidates will win. This is what we all know. Look at what the

As the coming Saturday's Local Government election in Oyo state draws near, the chairmanship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oluyole, Akeem Olatunji, has urged voters to translate all the series of endorsements for him during the political campaign into an electoral victory for the PDP.  This was as the COREN certified Engineer and former publicity secretary of the ruling PDP in Oyo state stated that every vote for PDP candidates including chairmanship and Councillorship seats across the 33 local governments and 351 Wards in the State remain a vote for Seyi Makinde, good governance at the grassroots and continuity of Makinde's Sustainable Development Agenda under Omituntun 2.0. Olatunji disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday's evening, April 24, reaffirming that the party in line with the electoral guidelines by the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) has done all that is required for a landslide victory and that all that was left is i

  As preparations for the forthcoming Saturday local government election in Oyo state gathers momentum, the Chairmanship candidate on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oluyole local government, Akeem Olatunji, has inaugurated a 7-man Election Management Committee headed by Architect Salaam Azeez to oversee the electoral process. The inauguration ceremony, which took place at the party's Idi-Ayunre local government secretariat yesterday, April 22, saw Olatunji emphasizing the need for transparency, fairness, and adherence to electoral guidelines in the conduct of the elections.  Present at the official inauguration are a former Two terms House of Representative Member, Hon Depo Oyedokun, Oluyole Local Government Chairman, Hon Olaide Settle, Member representing Oluyole State Constituency, Hon Waheed Akintayo, Special Assistant to the Governor, Hon Olumide Akinlade, Vice Chairman of Oluyole LG, Hon Tunde Ayoade, Oluyole PDP Chairman, Alhaji Mukaila Adegbola, Vice C

  We read with disdaIn the response of chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi and his ilks to our poser on the true identity of his faith.The response is like the groping of a blind man in the dark and lack an iota of logic. We know from onset that he is a Christian and a Celestial Church worshipper. We are equally aware that at conversion to christianity, he renounced the Islamic faith and dropped the "Jubril" in his Childhood nomenclature. His recent attempt to don the cloak of Islamic identity after his age long abdication of the same faith is the reason why we are taking him up, as it raises serious questions about the authenticity of his intentions and the sincerity of his convictions. Pastor Jubril 's assertion that he was born into a Muslim background and has now converted to Christianity may seem plausible at first glance. However, upon closer examination, his sudden revival of his Islamic name after years of publicly identifying as a Christian raises significant doubts ab

"In the pursuit of development, action speaks louder than words." In his quest to elevate Oyo State to unprecedented heights of progress and prosperity, Governor Seyi Makinde embarked on an ambitious infrastructural agenda that promises to revolutionize the landscape of the state.  At the heart of this transformative vision lies the Ibadan Circular Road, Named after a former Governor of the 'Sen Rashidi Ladoja' a monumental project set to redefine connectivity, economic growth, and urban development in the region. In a recent interview with Commissioner for Public Works and Transport, Professor Daud Sangodoyin, the intricate details of Governor Makinde's master plan for the 110km Circular Road were unveiled. With a fervent commitment to progress, the governor aims to propel Ibadan into the ranks of globally recognized metropolises, surpassing the developmental standards set by cities like Cairo and Johannesburg. The Circular Road project is not merely a stretch of

In a bold move aimed at catalyzing economic growth and attracting foreign investment to Oyo State, Governor Seyi Makinde recently embarked on a high-profile business trip to Casablanca, Morocco. The trip, which was characterized by a series of strategic meetings with key stakeholders, underscores the governor's unwavering commitment to driving sustainable development and prosperity in the state. At the heart of Governor Makinde's mission was a series of meetings with Africorp Consortium, a leading conglomerate in Morocco, led by Chairman Saad Berrada Sounni and CEO Mr. Jaafar Harti. Africorp Consortium, the parent company of Dolidol, a renowned manufacturer of foam products, recently acquired Mouka Foam and is poised to establish a multi-million-dollar factory in Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo State. During the meetings, Governor Makinde and his delegation laid the groundwork for a mutually beneficial partnership with Africorp Consortium, aimed at leveraging the company's

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo state has officially presented the party flag to its Chairmanship candidate in Oluyole Local Government, Akeem Olatunji.  The presentation of party flag to Olatunji came ahead of the forthcoming April 27 Local Government election in the state.  While presenting the flag to the PDP Chairmanship Candidate, Engr Akeem Olatunji, and his vice, Hon Adeniyi Akorede, at Idi-Ayunre local government Secretariat of the party yesterday April 15th, the Secretary of the ruling PDP in Oyo state, Alhaji Wasiu Adeleke described Akeem Olatunji as a unifier and a great grassroots mobilizer. Alhaji Adeleke, who described the April 27 local government election as a must win for the PDP called on party faithful and residents in Oluyole to go out en masse and vote for Akeem Olatunji as the party's chairmanship candidate and all the 10 councislorship candidates.  The Director General of Sarsino 2024 Campaign Council, Architect Salaam Azeez, in his address commende

The Chairmanship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in Oluyole local in the coming April 27 Council poll, Akeem Olatunji has felicitated with the Deputy Governor of Oyo state, Barrister Bayo Lawal on the occasion of his birthday anniversary celebration. In his heartfelt tribute to commemorate the birthday of the deputy governor, Olatunji described Barrister Lawal as a loyal, trusted, reliable and dependable ally to Governor Seyi Makinde adding that those attributes have created  stability in governance of the state.  A congratulatory message by Olatunji to the deputy governor on Sunday showered praises and encomium on the number two citizen of Oyo state calling on younger politicians and non politicians to emulate such attributes that have distinguished Barrister Lawal as not just an accomplished legal luminary but also a successful administrator and governor Makinde's copilot.  The former Publicity Secretary of the ruling PDP in the state equally emphasized the deputy gover

 *Warm Birthday Wishes to Oyo Deputy Governor, Barrister Bayo Lawal*   I extend heartfelt birthday felicitations to a dear brother and our esteemed Deputy Governor of Oyo State. Today marks another milestone in your journey, a moment to reflect on your remarkable contributions and celebrate the wonderful person you are. Your dedication to public service and unwavering commitment to the betterment of our state inspire us all. Your leadership has brought about positive changes, fostering growth and development across various sectors. Under your guidance, Oyo State continues to thrive, with strides made in education, healthcare, infrastructure, and beyond. Beyond your professional achievements, it is your kindness, humility, and genuine concern for the welfare of others that truly sets you apart. Your ability to connect with people from all walks of life and your willingness to listen and empathize make you a beacon of hope and inspiration to many. As you mark this special day surrounded

As the auspicious occasion of Eid al-Fitr approaches, I extend my warmest greetings and heartfelt wishes to our Muslim brothers and sisters in Nigeria and particularly in Oyo State. Eid al-Fitr, also known as the Festival of Breaking the Fast, marks the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection. It is a time of joy, gratitude, and spiritual renewal for Muslims around the world, as they come together to celebrate the completion of this blessed month. May this Eid bring abundant blessings, peace, and prosperity to you and your loved ones. As you gather with family and friends to partake in the festive traditions, may your hearts be filled with happiness, and your homes be adorned with love and laughter. Let us cherish the bonds of unity and harmony that Eid fosters, transcending differences and spreading goodwill among all members of the community. As we rejoice in the spirit of Eid, let us also remember those less fortunate and extend a helping hand to those in need. Le

The chairmanship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oluyole in the April 27 Local Government election in Oyo state, Engr. Akeem Olatunji has showered encomium on his wife, Mrs. Balkis Olatunji on the occasion of her birthday anniversary.  Olatunji, who described his wife as virtuous woman and his lifetime treasure said Mrs. Balkis is a gift to womanhood and a blessing to everyone around her.  A congratulatory message by Olatunji on Tuesday, April 9, which is his wife's birthday anniversary, indicates that Mrs. Balkis has been a strong pillar of support who has been an engine room for most critical decisions as affecting the home front as well as his political career.  Highlighting her numerous virtues and the profound impact she has had on his life, Olatunji stated that his wife has never shown any sign of weakness even the face of critical situation which have all helped him stabilize emotionally and mentally in pursuing his various aspirations. He emphasized her s