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GSM Advocates has described their director, Engr Akeem Olatunji, as an “honest, forthright, humane, caring leader and icon of peace” on the occasion of his 53rd birthday. In a statement released on Wednesday, the group praised Sarsino’s humility and kindness, saying, “You’ve drawn many people to the centre of progress due to humility and kindness in the discharge of your duty”. They noted that he is a leader who embodies community spirit, generosity, and compassion, making a significant impact on those around him. The statement highlighted Sarsino’s commitment to personal growth, community service, and leadership, noting his influence on many…

Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, the Okanlomo Oodua, has disclosed that more than 250 communities spread across Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, don’t have access to electricity and potable water.The Ibadan-based businessman and renowned philanthropist said he has received intervention requests from the affected communities, seeking for his assistance in the provision of electricity and potable water. Sanusi, who is the Chairman/CEO of Ilaji Sports and Resorts, Akanran, made this known when he received the newly-inaugurated executives of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, led by its chairman, Comrade Akeem Abas, at the resort, on Tuesday. He stated…

The Chairman of the Oyo State Agency for Youth Development, Hon. Adebowale Adebayo Falana, has extended warm felicitations to the Executive Chairman of Oluyole Local Government Idi-Ayunre, Oyo State, Hon. Akeem Olatunji, fondly known as Sarsino, as he marks his 53rd birthday. In a congratulatory message made available to newsmen on Wednesday, through the Head of Media Unit to the Chairman, Opeyemi Rasheed Socrates, Falana described Olatunji as a committed grassroots administrator whose leadership has continued to positively impact governance and youth engagement at the local government level. According to him, the celebrant’s years of service in public office have…

The Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, warmly received the Oyo State NYSC Coordinator, Mr. Kayode Ola Peters, and his entourage on a courtesy visit to his office on Friday, in a meeting that showcased the strong collaboration between the local government and the NYSC Secretariat. In his welcome address, Hon. Olufade described Ibadan North Local Government as the pacesetter among all local governments in Oyo State, emphasizing that the council continually upholds the high standards that have earned the state its enviable reputation. He highlighted the NYSC Secretariat as a “good neighbor”, noting the harmonious…

The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has commended the timely signing of the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law by Governor Seyi Makinde, describing it as a reflection of the seamless synergy between the legislature and the executive arm in the state. Speaking at the budget assent ceremony held at the Executive Council Chambers, Secretariat, Ibadan, the Speaker applauded the Governor for his visionary and responsive leadership, noting that the swift passage and signing of the budget would enable the government to hit the ground running from January 1, 2026. “This budget signing ceremony…

When Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi rounds off 2025, it will be with praise on every lip, grace in every recounting, and gratitude etched deeply into the narrative of a year that would long be remembered as a defining chapter in contemporary Yoruba history and global African leadership. Looking back from the vantage point of 2025, his journey reads not merely as a succession of achievements, but as a seamless alignment of destiny, service, culture, enterprise, and humanity. From the very heart of Ile-Ife, the sacred cradle of Yoruba civilisation where every palm tree, drumbeat, and winding path carries the memory…

The Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has been honoured with the Grassroots Youth Impact Award by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State (BCOS) Chapel, in recognition of his meritorious service and outstanding commitment to grassroots development. The prestigious award was presented during the 2025 End-of-Year Party of the NUJ BCOS Chapel, held at the Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State (BCOS). The award was formally received on behalf of the Chairman by the Head of Local Government Administration (HLGA), Ibadan North Local Government, Deacon Olabode Abayomi Ajebisi. Presenting the award, the…

The Chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Hon. Akeem Olatunji, has described Chief Bisi Ilaka, the Ladilu of Oyo kingdom, as a refined and principled politician whose public life reflects discipline, intellect, and a deep commitment to service. A statement by the chairman on Sunday to commemorate Chief Ilaka’s birthday anniversary, stated that the celebrant’s journey through politics, law, and public administration stands as a quiet but firm lesson in leadership anchored on values rather than noise. He noted that Chief Ilaka, a United Kingdom-trained legal practitioner, has consistently brought legal depth and administrative clarity into every public role entrusted to…

Amofin Beulah Adeoye, the president of the Beulah Adeoye Foundation has joined well-wishers, monarchs’subjects and admirers across Saki land and beyond in celebrating six remarkable years of purposeful, dignified and people-centred traditional leadership of Okere of Saki, Oba Khalid Oyeniyi Olabisi Oyedepo III. Amofin Adeoye said since Oba Surv. Khalid mounted the throne of his forebears, his reign has been defined by wisdom, humility and uncommon commitment to unity and development of Saki land. Amofin Adeoye described the paramount traditional leader in Saki land as distinguished monarch who values traditions of his ancestors while promoting progressive ideas to drive social…

The Oyo State House of Assembly has passed the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, approving a total budget of ₦892,085,074,480.79. The bill was passed following the presentation of the report of the House Committee on Finance, Appropriation and State Economic Planning. Speaking shortly after the passage, Hon. Olasunkanmi Babalola, Member representing Egbeda State Constituency, Deputy Leader of the House, and Chairman of the Committee on Finance, Appropriation and State Economic Planning described the moment as “historic,” emphasizing the Assembly’s commitment to fiscal discipline, infrastructure development, and timely governance. “It was a total exercise across all ministries, departments, and agencies. We…