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Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has promised to review pensioners’ wages and gratuities, clear the backlog of arrears and revisit the Contributory Pension Scheme in the state. He also vowed to get rid of banditry and other crimes, charging traditional rulers to oversee and exercise authority in their domains with a view to helping the government improve security in the state. Governor Makinde made these remarks at the 2025 Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service, the 6th edition since 2019, held at the Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan. The governor commended the state’s workforce and the labour union leaders for their support and cooperation…

Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde has said that the upgrade of Ibadan Airport to international standard and the Ibadan Circular Road projects are dear to his government and quite important for the expansion of the state’s economy. He promised to deliver part of the airport project and the 32km East Wing segment of the Ibadan Circular Road in the current year. Governor Makinde stated this on Sunday at the 2025 Thanksgiving Service of the Victory International Church, Rehoboth Cathedral, Ibadan. He noted that his administration would do more for the people of the state in 2025, adding that the Ibadan…

Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, the illustrious CEO of Ilaji Sports and Resorts and the Jagunmolu Olubadan, embodies the spirit of progress and compassion in Oyo State. Renowned for his philanthropy that spans various sectors, Sanusi’s unwavering commitment to the people reflects a deep love for his community and a vision for a thriving future. His efforts to uplift Oyo State are nothing short of transformative, making him a true advocate for positive change. Last year, Sanusi’s initiatives were a testament to his innovative spirit and heartfelt dedication. He made history by procuring the first electric bus in Oyo State, a…

The Oyo State Government has said that the distribution of letters of appointment to 5,600 newly recruited basic school teachers in the state will begin on Monday, January 6, 2025. The distribution exercise will take place at Local government Universal Basic Education Authorities, LGUBEAs situated in all local government areas across Oyo state. The Chairman, Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran stated this today during a meeting with Education Secretaries in Ibadan. Dr. Adeniran charged the new teachers to be innovative and embrace modern techniques and approach in imparting knowledge. Adeniran, who restated the Board’s zero…

The Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has approved 45 new Permanent Secretaries, and three Executive Secretaries into relevant sectors of the State. This was disclosed in a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade. According to a document which was signed by the Head of Service, Mrs. Olubunmi Oni, mni, 16 Permanent Secretaries are deployed into the mainstream, six newly appointed Inspectors General of Education, six Permanent Secretaries into the health sector, seven new Permanent Secretaries into the local government sector, one new Permanent Secretary/Clerk of the House of Assembly, a newly appointed Surveyor General…