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The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has extended warm birthday felicitations to the Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency Engr. Seyi Makinde, who clocked 58 years today, December 25, 2025. Describing the Governor as “a Christmas gift not just to Oyo State but to Nigeria as a whole,” the Speaker hailed Governor Makinde’s people-focused leadership, visionary governance, and unwavering dedication to the development of the state. The Speaker in a congratulatory message to the Governor said, “On behalf of the 10th Oyo State House of Assembly and the good people of Ibarapa East,…

The Chairman of the Oyo State Agency for Youth Development, Hon. (Prince) Adebowale Adebayo Falana, has commended the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr ‘Seyi Makinde for what he described as an outstanding 2025 performance scorecard, particularly in the area of youth empowerment and inclusive governance. Speaking during a live interview on Fresh FM, Ibadan, on Monday, on the program tagged “Year 2025 Scorecard Review—Oyo State Agency for Youth Development”, Falana said the Governor Makinde-led administration has redefined youth development in Oyo State by deliberately positioning young people to thrive across diverse sectors of the economy. According to him, the…

The Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has extended warm and heartfelt birthday congratulations to the Executive Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Engr. Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde, on the occasion of his 58th birthday, describing him as a visionary, compassionate, and transformational leader whose impact continues to redefine governance in Oyo State. Hon. Olufade, in a statement issued through his head of media, Aderibigbe Yisahu praised Governor Makinde for his unwavering commitment to people-centered governance, purposeful leadership, and inclusive development, noting that his administration has recorded remarkable milestones across critical sectors of the state’s economy. According…

The Executive Chairman of Lagelu Local Government, Hon. Mudashiru Kamorudeen, has extended warm birthday felicitations to his counterpart in Oluyole Local Government, Engr. Akeem Olatunji. Hon. Kamorudeen described Olatunji as a dedicated personality whose tenure has brought remarkable progress to Oluyole through innovative infrastructure projects, enhanced security measures, and inclusive governance aligned with the Omituntun agenda of Governor Seyi Makinde. In his heartfelt message, the Lagelu chairman highlighted Engr. Olatunji’s contributions to community development, including rural electrification, solar-powered boreholes, classroom blocks, and empowerment initiatives for artisans and youth. He commended his fellow chairman for fostering unity, religious harmony, and grassroots…

There was jubilation across Oluyole Local Government area yesterday as the Executive Chairman, Engr. Akeem Olatunji distributed Christmas largesse to party leaders and key stakeholders. The cash and food distribution for Christmas celebration held on Tuesday in the Chairman’s office at the LG Secretariat, Idi-Ayunre, Ibadan, where party leaders and stakeholders received their packages. The distribution attracted party executives, ward leaders, women and youth leaders, elders, and loyal stakeholders from across the local government. Addressing the PDP stakeholders, Engr. Olatunji said the gesture was not about celebration alone but about appreciation and solidarity. He noted that the stability and progress…

The Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has extended heartfelt birthday felicitations to the Executive Chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, describing him as a dependable brother, a visionary leader, and a symbol of purposeful grassroots governance. In a congratulatory message made available to the press, Hon. Olufade praised Engr. Olatunji for his sterling leadership qualities, unwavering commitment to public service, and remarkable strides in repositioning Oluyole Local Government for sustainable development. According to him, Engr. Olatunji has distinguished himself as a people-oriented administrator whose governance philosophy is anchored on inclusiveness, infrastructural growth, youth…

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…