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Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has promised to rally his friends and associates with a view to raising the sum of N500 million for landmark projects to mark the 40th anniversary of his set’s graduation from the Bishop Philips Academy, Ibadan.The governor made this promise on Saturday when he attended a reunion of the set, noting that the projects would be a landmark to celebrate his set’s 40th year since graduation and to uplift the school, which shaped him and his classmates into successful individuals.Governor Makinde, who spoke at the school premises, equally noted that though he had about 16…

A former Governor of Ekiti State, Mr Ayodele Fayose, has been described as a disgrace to public service for failing to understand the difference between a request and an approval. A group within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, the Oyo PDP-Visionaries, made this statement on Sunday, following the former governor’s release of a letter showing the request of N50 billion by the Oyo State Government for the reconstruction of the Dejo Oyelese/Adeyi Avenue area following an explosion. The Coordinator of the group, Qudus Olayide, berated Fayose for trying to justify his false claim that Makinde got N50…

Bayo Adelabu, Nigeria’s Minister of Power, has come under fire from GSM Advocates, who accuse him of being arrogant and lacking the capacity to effectively manage the nation’s power sector. Critics argue that his tenure has exacerbated the country’s already dire power supply issues, with frequent blackouts and inadequate electricity distribution. Adelabu’s critics point to his handling of àelectricity tariff hikes, which have been met with widespread criticism and accusations of insensitivity to the ploning struggles of Nigerians. The minister has also been accused of blaming past administrations for the sector’s woes, rather than taking concrete steps to address the…

~Says Performance, Not Noise, Defines Leadership The Oyo State PDP Media Team has noted with total amusement the statement credited to the incompetent Minister of Power, Oloye Adebayo Adelabu, during a political gathering in Ibadan. While every citizen is entitled to freedom of expression, it is important to separate rhetoric from records and ambitions from accountability. It’s noteworthy that Governor Seyi Makinde and the PDP are not responsible for Oloye Adelabu’s failure as a politician. In 2019, despite being handed the entire structure of the APC in Oyo State on a platter of gold, he failed at the polls. Less…

The Value and Integrity Group (VIG), has attributed Governor Ayo Fayose’s erratic behaviour to the use of hard drugs.The group said the attack on prominent people by the Ekiti State governor is as a result of his penchant for disrespecting senior citizens, due to his occasional mental instability. In an open letter signed by its Coordinator and Secretary, Sina Odugbemi and Popoopla Ajayi, the group said: “We owe it a duty to let Nigerians know that Fayose is not mentally stable.” “In a report of investigation conducted by the State Security Service on the politically motivated killings in Ekiti State…

The Okanlomo Oodua and Bada Olubadan of Ibadanland, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, has been honoured with the Ona Ara Local Government Development Guru Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to grassroots development and community advancement. The award was presented as part of activities marking the first-ever Ona Ara Youth Summit, held recently at Ilaji Resort, Akanran. The historic summit provided a platform to celebrate distinguished individuals whose efforts have significantly supported the growth and development of Ona Ara Local Government. Presenting the award, the Executive Chairman of Ona Ara Local Government, Dr. Temitope Kolapo GLORIOUS, described Chief Sanusi as…

In a resounding celebration of Governor Seyi Makinde’s 58th birthday,GSM Advocates, a prominent social-political group, has released a statement congratulating Governor Seyi Makinde on his 58th birthday, commending his transformative leadership and outstanding achievements in Oyo State. The group praised Makinde’s commitment to rebuilding and revitalizing the state, restoring hope to citizens, and driving sustainable development. GSM Advocates highlighted Makinde’s resilience in overcoming opposition challenges, noting significant impacts from his policies and initiatives benefiting the masses. They applauded his commitment to good governance, transparency, and accountability, citing the Oyo State Anti-Corruption Agency’s efforts. The Director of the GSM Advocates ,…

On this auspicious occasion marking the 58th birthday of His Excellency, Engineer Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde, I join millions of well-meaning citizens, partners in development, and lovers of good governance in Oyo State and beyond to celebrate an engineer and real architect of modern Oyo state whose life has been devoted to public service, leadership, and the pursuit of progress for the good people of Oyo State over the last 6 years. Today is not merely a celebration of 58th birthday of Engr Seyi Makinde, but a celebration of impact, vision, and enduring commitment to the common good. As a founder…

Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, the Okanlomo Oodua, has congratulated Christians on the celebration of Christmas, describing the season as a powerful symbol of hope, sacrifice and love for humanity. In a Christmas message issued on Thursday, Chief Sanusi said the birth of Jesus Christ underscores the importance of compassion, humility and peaceful coexistence, values he noted are urgently needed in the country at this time. He urged Christians to use the festive period to pray for the nation and to continue promoting peace and understanding across religious and ethnic lines, stressing that unity remains the foundation for sustainable development. Chief…

In a spirited tribute to the Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Engr. Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde, Hon. Adebayo Babajide Gabriel, the Jagaban of the 9th and 10th Assemblies and member representing Ibadan North Constituency 2 in the Oyo State House of Assembly, has extended heartfelt felicitations to the Governor on the occasion of his 58th birthday. Describing Governor Makinde as a visionary and transformative leader, Hon. Babajide Gabriel lauded his remarkable dedication to progressive governance, emphasizing that the Governor’s administration has continued to impact the lives of Oyo State residents positively. In a statement, Hon. Babajide Gabriel noted that under…