Politics

Conference of Speaker: Ogundoyin Receives Hero’s Welcome

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By Mosope Kehinde

Following his emergence as the Chairman of Conference of Speakers on Saturday, the Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barrister Bayo Lawal has led other top government functionary to give the Oyo State House of Assembly, OYHA Speaker, Honourable Adebo Ogundoyin a hero’s welcome.

The Deputy Governor was joined by the Chief Justice of Oyo State, Justice Iyawo Yerima, Secretary to the State Government, SSG, Professor Olajumoke Adeyemo, Deputy Speaker, Honourable Muhammed Fadeyi, former Deputy Speaker, Abdul-wasi Musah, commissioners and other members of the House of Assembly.

Honourable Adebo Ogundoyin, who was hosted to the reception at Western Hall of the Parliament Building, House of Assembly Complex, Secretariat on Monday, was celebrated by loyalists from Ibarapa East and Oyo State as a whole.

In his goodwill message, the Deputy Governor, Barrister Bayo Lawal, assured that the Governor Seyi Makinde’s led administration will continue to cooperate with the legislative and the judiciary arms of government to keep moving the state forward.

“Once again, under the leadership of Governor Seyi Makinde, we will continue to cooperate with the legislature and judiciary to keep moving the state forward”.

“Oyo State is coming stronger and is going to be the best state in Nigeria. From what we have been doing together, we are well focused in such a way that the primary assignment of each arm of government is for Oyo State to prosper and grow”.

Barr Lawal described the leadership qualities of the speaker as a unique one that is worthy of emulation.

He said that Ogundoyin’s humility and leadership style paved way for his emergence as the Chairman of Conference of Speakers.

“It’s not ordinary that young people are occupying position of authority, they can only come out stronger with their initiatives and resourcefulness. And I am happy that you are endowed with these,” Barr Lawal said.

“We will continue to pray for the speaker, encourage him, and continue to seek for the support of the 10th House of Assembly in all ramifications,” the Deputy Governor said.

Speaking separately, the Secretary to the State Government, SSG, Professor Olanike Adeyemo and Chief Justice of Oyo State, commended the leadership style and administrative acumen of the speaker.

They, therefore, wished him a successful tenure in office.

In his address, Honourable Adebo Ogundoyin, expressed gratitude to Governor Seyi Makinde, supporters, and members of the Oyo State House of Assembly for providing him the opportunity to become the House speaker.

While attributing the achievement to the track records of successes achieved by the Governor Seyi Makinde’s led administration in the state, the Speaker disclosed that it is God that is working to bring Oyo State back to the Pacesetter.

Mr Ogundoyin reiterated his commitment to Oyo State as his first constituency, promising that he will not compromise it to ensure that it function optimally.

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Lifestyle

Deputy Governor Harps on Integrity, As Pensioners Honour Six Octogenarians

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Oyo State Deputy Governor, Barrister Adebayo Lawal on Tuesday, charged civil and public servants in the state to uphold proper work ethics and integrity in the discharge of their duties.

The deputy governor stated this during an event organized by the Association of Retired Heads of Service and Permanent Secretaries of Oyo and Osun States, AREHSPSOOS, to honour the association’s octogenarians, held at the Oyo State Nigeria Union of Pensioners House, Agbarigo, Ibadan. 

Mr Lawal said the civil/public service is the engine room of any administration in terms of the quality of advice they give to the government and the uniqueness of courage with which such advice is delivered. 

“This day, it is not exactly the same thing as most of our civil servants are called politicians, we know those who under the cover of the night will go to political heads and tell so many things that should not be told to politicians and that is to some politicians that do not exercise discretion and come back to say, but you were with me yesterday, asking for a promotion, in fact, some civil servants have come to ask politicians for contracts”, he said.

He, however, advised civil and public servants in the state to be prayerful and circumspect about how they relate with politicians.

He added that the civil service rules and regulations have been put in place but most of the civil servants do not know what civil service rules and regulations are, because they don’t read them. 

Mr Lawal equally advised members of the association not to leave the serving staff as they still need to be tutored, nurtured and guided. 

“Call them to the attention of what they are doing well or otherwise so that the state can move forward”, he stressed. 

In a goodwill message, the Oyo State Head of Service, Alhaja Amidat Agboola who will be joining the association soon, said there has been constant touch with the body of AREHSPSOOS for any of the government’s programs.

“We are open for discussions, recommendations, or directives because you were once our bosses and you have given us these instructions when you were there, so, do not leave the civil/public service alone”, she said.

She highlighted some of the robust relationships that the association has with the present administration in the state which includes participation in Public Service Merit Awards. 

Alhaja Agboola also disclosed that the governor has approved the review of public service rules and regulations, which will be done by five members of the association.

Also, in his own goodwill message, former military governor of Oyo and Osun States, Brigadier General Oluwole Rotimi (Rtd) harped on continuous training for civil and public servants in the state. 

Brigadier General Rotimi spoke on ethics in the service and integrity saying, “A civil service without integrity is of no use to a developing country like Nigeria”

In his opening remarks, the chairman of the day and former military governor of Oyo and Osun States, Major General Oladayo Popoola (Rtd) advised serving civil servants to plan for their retirement thoroughly so that they won’t rely on people for their survival. 

In his welcome address, the chairman of the association, Alhaji Oladiti Oladapo eulogised the retirees for their uprightness, integrity and diligence while in service. 

The highlight of the event was the presentation of honorarium to members of the association which include: Prince Lola Omojowolo JP, MNIM, Chief Biliaminu Adegboyega Shodeinde, Chief John Onaola Ajibola JP, Chief Mustafa Adebayo Oyero, Chief Michael Oladejo Mojoyinola JP, KSM, Mrs Juliana Adunola Fawusi.

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Tourism

We will drive the economy with Tourism, Solid Mineral – Oyo Govt

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The Oyo State Government has said it will soon commence rehabilitation work on the roads leading to Iyamapo, a 2000 metres above sea level hill in Igbeti town.

The Oyo State Deputy Governor, Barrister Bayo Lawal gave the assurance during the World Tourism Day, celebrated on September 27, at Igbeti, headquarters of Olorunsogo Local Government Area.

He also assured that the government will invest in the tourism sector to attract local and international investors, who will in turn drive the state’s economic expansion drive.

Barrister Lawal also declared that the Governor Seyi Makinde-led administration plans to harness the developmental benefits of the state’s mineral resources in Igbeti, to expand the economy.

The deputy governor said the present administration is determined to reposition the tourism sector with its huge potential, to drive the economy of the state.

Barrister Lawal, who hinted that resources in the Oke-Ogun zone are enough to sustain Oyo State’s economy, therefore called on investors to help boost the economic activities of the state, through investment in the tourism sector.

“The state government is open to collaboration with investors and relevant stakeholders in fine-tuning plan to harness our potentials”, Lawal said.

He explained that “harnessing the multi-million naira potentials in the state will be extended to the 168 tourism sites. We will drive world-class tourist sites and urban regeneration work to attract tourists, which will provide gainful means of employment for youth and women”.

Barrister Lawal added that this will open more rural areas, like Igbeti, to tourists as the plan includes rehabilitating the road which will take tourists to Iyamapo to see the beauty and access all the other landmarks in the town. 

“Oyo State Government will rehabilitate the roads leading to Iyamapo hill, which is one of the tourism potentials in Igbeti. This is part of our commitment to tourism in the State”, he said.

“This will also encourage tourists to visit Agbele hill, Bata erugba and other places and by doing so, they contribute to the growth of the economy,” he said.

Also speaking, the Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr Wasiu Olatubosun said that tourism in the state would be harnessed by the Seyi Makinde-led administration. 

Dr Olatubosun called on investors to consolidate the efforts being made by the state government and other stakeholders in calling for the growth and development of the tourism sector.

On this year’s theme “Thinking Tourism”, Olatubosun said Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration plans “to promote our heritage as well as other sites”.

Also speaking at the event, the Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Mr Abiodun Oni said Igbeti town, which is rich in both natural and mineral resources, is begging Government and investors to beam their searchlight on the huge potentials therein.

He thanked the Governor Seyi Makinde-led administration for setting the ball in motion, commending the governor’s foresight.

The Special Adviser on Tourism, Honorable Akeem Ige said this year’s WTD was moved to Igbeti, so as to promote it and attract investors to the centre.

Mr Ige said there are enormous potentials in Igbeti to invest in, adding that his office is likewise working on ways to invite investors to the state.

Speaking earlier, the chairman of the occasion, Prince Tunde Odunlade opined that tourism is a commercial organization of holidays, which is vital for the success of many economies in the world.

He corroborated the deputy governor’s opinion that tourism could boost the state’s economy, calling on all stakeholders to play their roles.

Prince Odunlade appealed to the Oyo State government to provide a desirable and enabling environment for tourism to grow in the State.

A Chieftain of Igbeti, Pa. Jacob Adetoro commended the present administration for uniting Igbeti indigenes, by bringing this year’s WTD to the ancient town.

Pa Adetoro said all hands are on deck to promote the rich potentials in Igbeti, saying the indigenes will work with the State Government and all relevant stakeholders.

A highlight of the two-day event was the celebration of a Cultural night on September 26, 2022, at Igbeti town hall.

The event also witnessed hiking, games, music, and visits to other tourist sites in Igbeti.

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