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Amofin Beulah Adeoye, president of the Beulah Adeoye Foundation, has joined family, friends and well-wishers of Otunba Seye Famojuro to celebrate him on the occasion of his birthday. Amofin Adeoye described the celebrant, Otunba Seye Famojuro as a dependable political ally of His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde. The legal icon extolled Otunba Famojuro’s loyalty, dedication to service and consistent contributions to the growth and stability of the youth wing of the party. Amofin Adeoye said Otunba Famojuro has distinguished himself as a man of courage, conviction and influence whose voice and efforts continue to strengthen the progressive cause and inspire…

Saudi Arabia on Tuesday officially announced the sighting of the crescent moon, marking the beginning of Ramadan 1447. With the Hilal confirmed, the holy month of Ramadan will begin on Wednesday, while Taraweeh prayers will be held after the Isha prayer tonight. A post by @Muslim on X read, “BREAKING: Saudi Arabia announces the first day of fasting for Ramadan to begin on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. “Taraweeh will begin tonight on the first evening of the blessed month. “It’s recommended to follow the fasting time designated by your local community and country.” Muslims in Saudi Arabia, Nigeria, Qatar, the…

The Federal Lawmaker representing Ibadan North Federal Constituency, Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle (DoN), has warmly felicitates the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly on the joyous occasion of his 39th birthday anniversary, describing him as a symbol of resilience, maturity, and purposeful leadership. In a congratulatory message made available to newsmen, Hon. Oyekunle extolled the Speaker for his unwavering commitment to legislative excellence and his ability to provide steady leadership at the Assembly. He noted that under the Speaker’s watch, the Oyo State House of Assembly has continued to function as a vibrant institution, delivering impactful laws and resolutions…

The stage is set for another landmark achievement in infrastructural renewal as the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, will officially commission the newly constructed Modern Shops and Motor Park at Bodija Market, Ibadan. The commissioning ceremony, organized by the Ibadan North Local Government, marks a significant milestone in the ongoing transformation drive of the present administration aimed at repositioning markets and commercial hubs for greater efficiency, safety, and economic prosperity. The project, executed under the leadership of the Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, stands as a testament to purposeful governance and people-oriented leadership.…

The Chairman of Olorunsogo Local Government, Hon. Qozeem Olayanju, has strengthened the council’s security architecture with the donation of four brand new Bajaj motorcycles to Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC and Vigilante Group Of Nigeria, VGN operating within the local government area. The chairman also presented three repaired patrol Vehicles, Two Vans and one Golf Volkswagen car, to the security team. The motorcycles and repaired vehicles were officially handed over during a ceremony at the council secretariat, where the chairman reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring the safety of lives and property across the communities under his jurisdiction.…

The Oyo State House of Assembly has joined millions of well – wishers across the State and beyond to celebrate the Speaker, Rt Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin as he marks his 39th birthday, describing him as a visionary leader, whose tenure has elevated legislative governance and strengthened democratic institutions. According to a statement issued by the Chairman, House Committee on Information, Media, ICT and Public Affairs , Hon. Waheed Akintayo noted that the leadership of Ogundoyin has brought about significant gains in legislative practice, strengthened collaboration with other arms of Government and enhance public trust in the Legislature. “The Speaker’s stewardship…

The Honourable Member representing Ibadan North Constituency II at the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Adebayo Babajide Gabriel, has extended warm birthday felicitations to the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, describing him as the best Speaker the Assembly has ever produced. In a heartfelt birthday message, Hon. Gabriel praised Ogundoyin as a compassionate brother, an outstanding legislator, and a worthy representative of his people, whose leadership style has continued to strengthen the legislature and deepen public confidence in governance. He commended the Speaker’s exceptional leadership acumen over the years, noting that his…

The Chairman of the Oyo State Agency for Youth Development, Hon. Adebowale Adebayo Falana, has extolled the leadership qualities and youth-focused contributions of the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, as the lawmaker, marks his birthday today. In a congratulatory message released by the Head of the Media Unit to the Chairman, Opeyemi Rasheed Socrates, and made available to the media on Tuesday, Falana described Ogundoyin as a visionary leader whose political journey continues to inspire young people across Oyo State and beyond. He noted that the Speaker’s emergence at a young age and…

GSM Advocates Few days ago, Governor Seyi Makinde, while addressing the press after his meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, made an insightful and timely statement on the importance of adopting a bi-partisan approach to leadership and governance in Nigeria. Truth is, in a country that has been so deeply polarised along party, ethnic and religious lines, such a call for cooperation in governance is one that should ordinarily be welcomed by all well-meaning Nigerians. Quite unfortunately, many an observer have chosen to interpret the Governor’s statement differently. Some have argued that his remarks lend legitimacy to the growing perception…

History often credits governments for revolutions that were first imagined by individuals. Long before policy statements are drafted and budgets approved, someone dares to think ahead of the momentum acts. No other person can be the talking point, other than Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi. In early 2024, when conversations around electric mobility were still largely aspirational, Sanusi quietly initiated what would become the first meaningful electric transport intervention in the state. It was not a publicity exercise, nor a political rehearsal. It was a calculated development statement: that Oyo State’s future could no longer be built on outdated systems.At the…