The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and one of his queens, Olori Tobi, have welcomed twins. The Ooni shared the news on his verified Instagram account, revealing that Olori Tobi gave birth to a prince and princess on Saturday. He said, “To God be the glory, great things he has done. Hearty Continue Reading
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By Mosope Kehinde A lying-in state has been held in honour of the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Olalekan Balogun at the ancient Mapo hall, Oja’ba Ibadan. Our correspondent reports that the programme which was to allow dignitaries to pay last respects to the late monarch had in attendance Ibadan chiefs, religious and market leaders […]Continue Reading
The Olubadan-in-Council, on Friday, said there was no specific date yet for the coronation of the new Olubadan of Ibadanland. A former governor of Oyo State and Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Chief Rashidi Ladoja, made this announcement shortly after a closed-door meeting with the Olubadan-designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, at his Alalubosa residence in Ibadan, the […]Continue Reading
By Fasilat Lawal The late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun Alli Okunmade II, will be interred according to Islamic rites today at 4 p.m. at his Aliiwo ancestral home in Ibadan, Oyo State capital. This is contained in a statement by the late Olubadan’s younger brother, Senator Kola Balogun. Senator Kola Balogun said the […]Continue Reading
By Iyabo Adebisi, Olaolu Fawole Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has announced the passage unto glory of the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Mohood Lekan Balogun, Alli. The governor made this announcement in a statement on Thursday night, stating that Olubadan Balogun, joined his ancestors late Thursday evening at the University […]Continue Reading
By Iyabo Adebisi Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has expressed its readiness to involve the traditional rulers in the administrative affairs of the state. He said this during an interactive session with the traditional leaders held at the House of Chiefs, Secretariat, Ibadan. Governor Makinde represented the Deputy Governor, Bayo Lawal noted that failure of […]Continue Reading
By Oluseye Arowolo There is need for all stakeholders to work together towards enhancing the standardization of Yoruba Language to ensure its preservation, continuity and global recognition. Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun stated this while inaugurating the International Conference on Yoruba Language Orthography Committee organized by The Yoruba World Centre in Continue Reading
By Iyabo Adebisi Oyo State government has called on the newly installed monarch in Igangan, an area of the Ibarapa North Local government, Oba Rafiu Ariwoola to guard against illegal mining as its consequent result of banditry, insecurity and kidnapping. Governor Seyi Makinde made the call during the coronation of the new Asigangan of Iganganland […]Continue Reading
By Oluwatoyin Adegoke The Egba Traditional Council in Ogun State has announced the suspension of a monarch, the Olu Owode-Egba, Oba Kolawole Sowemimo for abusing the Naira at a public function. The decision was announced after the Statutory meeting of the council for February Chaired by the Alake and Paramount ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun […]Continue Reading
By Mathew Famakinde The Olola ruling house in Ejigbo local government of Osun state has described as unfounded, a purported report being circulated in some quarters of the community that the reign of the new Olola of Ola, Oba Johnson Ajiboye has brought unrest and disunity in the town. Speaking at a news conference in […]Continue Reading
By Mosope Kehinde The Oyo State Government has suspended Oba Gbolagade Muritala Babalola (Gbadewolu I) as the Onido of Ido in Ido Local Government Area of the state. The government, in a letter signed by the State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Mr. Olusegun Olayiwola, indicated that Governor ‘Seyi Makinde approved the suspension […]Continue Reading
By Folake Oye Osun State Council of Obas has expressed shock and sadness over the recent murder of two traditional rulers in Ekiti State This is contained in a statement signed on behalf of the Osun State Council of Obas by the Elerinmo of Erinmo-Ijesa, Oba Michael Ajayi after their monthly statutory meeting. The council, […]Continue Reading
Responsibilities of any virtuous woman have transcended the roles of cooking, cleaning, childcaring and other house chores being carried out at home, saying women are to partner the husbands in making progress in life. An Entrepreneur and Chief Executive Officer, Kayrom Lee Gym and Fitness Centre, Ambassador Romoke Ayinde stated this while delivering a paper […]Continue Reading
By Funmi Ojo Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, says his administration will prioritize cordial relationships with traditional institutions, noting that relating with people at the grassroots is best facilitated by royal fathers. Governor Adeleke who stated this at the second strategic consultative meeting with the state’s royal fathers, unveiled an Continue Reading
By Funmi Ojo Osun State Government at the meeting of the Executive Council has approved the appointment of six new traditional rulers in the state. In a statement issued by the state Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Chief Kolapo Alimi says all the appointments are with immediate effect. While congratulating and wishing the newly […]Continue Reading
By Mathew Famakinde/Idowu Ogunbunmi Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has presented staff of office to Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye as 21st Soun of Ogbomoso. Speaking at the official presentation of the staff office to Oba Ghandi, Governor Makinde described the new Soun as a visional leader, an entrepreneur and a motivational speaker. He said that Ogbomoso Continue Reading
By Kazeem Ayodeji The late Olowe of Ise, a renowned wood sculptor will have a museum dedicated to his legacy at his home in Ise Ekiti by the Ekiti State Government. Governor Biodun Oyebanji announced this during a visit to the ancient home of the carver in Ise Ekiti, where he expressed his intention to […]Continue Reading
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, on Sunday, said he knew long ago that the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Olaoye, was destined to be a king. Oba Ghandi Olaoye was an RCCG pastor, in charge of the church’s branch, Jesus House in Washington DC, when he was […]Continue Reading
By Iyabo Adebisi Against the backdrop of his administration’s determination to expand the economy of Oyo State through solid mineral development, Oyo State governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, has called on traditional rulers in Oke-Ogun to collaborate with the government in its effort to protect the mining communities. The governor stated this during the coronation Continue Reading
By Mathew Famakinde/Temitope Mosadomi The Oranmiyan of Okoland, Oba Olagoke Oyeyode has urged Journalists to always keep to the ethics of the profession by balancing their reports before publication or broadcast. Oba Oyeyode stated this during an interview with Radio Nigeria in his palace while reacting to the recent news by a section of the […]Continue Reading
By Bashir Suleiman Prominent people including traditional rulers and government officials have graced this year’s Iyake International festival in Ado Awaye, Araromi local council development area, Iseyin. Among them were Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr Wasiu Olatunbosun, who represented Governor Seyi Makinde, Alageere of Ago-are, Oba Uthman Babatunde, Continue Reading
By Iyabo Adebisi Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State says the traditional institution remains important to the socioeconomic development of the country, pointing out that Obas should be integrated into all efforts by states to develop the society. He stated this while delivering a lecture entitled “The Role of traditional institutions in Socio-Economic Development in […]Continue Reading
The Basorun of Oyo, High Chief Yusuf Ayoola, and four other claimants in a suit instituted against the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, and two others, were absent as Oyo High Court sitting in Awe area of the state struck out the case on Thursday. According to reports the Kingmakers in Oyo town, popularly known […]Continue Reading
Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has approved the installation of 48 chieftaincy title holders, including three Royal Highnesses, one coronet-wearing Oba and 44 Baales in various Local Governments of the state. The approval was granted by the governor sequel to a memo raised by the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters. According to […]Continue Reading
The Oyo State High Court sitting in Ogbomoso, Wednesday, upturned the appointment of the new Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Olaoye. The Oyo State Government announced Pastor Ghandi Olaoye as the new Soun and made him king on 8th September 2023. Before this time, one of the contestants, Kabir Laoye had sued Ghandi Olaoye, noting […]Continue Reading