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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…

What was meant to be a gathering for youth engagement and political mobilization at the Oyo APC youth summit today degenerated into controversy as some party youths angrily disrupted the programme and forced out Hon. Saheed Akinade Fijabi, a former member of the House of Representatives and a scheduled keynote speaker at the event. Hon. Fijabi’s ordeal was not unconnected to a now-trending video in which he openly commended Governor ‘Seyi Makinde for what he described as giant strides recorded by the Oyo State Government across key sectors. In the same video, the former lawmaker urged politicians across party lines…

Engineering a Secure Nigeria By Amofin Beulah Adeoye On a humid afternoon in Ibadan, something that should not be remarkable happens, and in the context of the Nigerian state, it is quietly revolutionary. Civil servants walk out of government ministries without urgency. There are no frantic, hushed phone calls to loan sharks. No one is mentally calculating which bill must be sacrificed to keep the lights on. There is no payday panic. For seven consecutive years, salaries have arrived on or before the 25th of every month. On time. Every time. Without announcements, applause, or drama. “You stop thinking about…

Amofin Beulah Adeoye, president of the Beulah Adeoye Foundation, has joined sons and daughters of Iseyinland to felicitate with Aseyin of Iseyinland, Oba Sefiu Oyebola Adeyeri III on the occasion of his second year anniversary on the throne of his forebears. Amofin Adeoye in his congratulatory message said Aseyin’s reign has continued to symbolise peace, cultural preservation and progressive development that transcend Iseyin Land. Amofin Adeoye described Aseyin as a custodian of Yoruba cherished traditions and a monarch who has consistently upheld the dignity of the throne while embracing inclusive governance as the paramount traditional leader in Iseyinland. The legal…

The entire Executive Council of the National Association of Odùduwà Students (NAOS), extend our warmest congratulations to our Patron Brigadier General Mohammed Buba Marwa (Rtd.) on his well-deserved re-appointment as the Chairman/Chief Executive of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). This significant development reflects national confidence in his capacity and exemplary track record. The re-appointment of Brig. General Marwa is a resounding testament to his integrity, discipline, and commitment to nation-building. Over the years, he has distinguished himself as a leader whose dedication to public service stands beyond doubt. His character and professionalism have continued to earn him the…