Politics

LG Polls: PDP’s Dominant Victory Predictable

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By Iyabo Adebisi

Oyo State government says the victory of all the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP candidates in the just concluded local government elections was predictable.

In a statement issued after the announcement of the results, the state Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, noted that the outstanding performance of Governor Seyi Makinde in the last five years was the major reason why the election turned out to be one-sided.

The commissioner also attributed the election result to the quality of the candidates which the ruling party presented.

Prince Oyelade saluted the commitment of the security team, the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission, OYSIEC chairman and his team for daring to make a difference after the challenges of the past two local government elections.

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Governance

OYACA remains a reference point for others – Justice Esan

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By Oluwakayode Banjo

Chairman of Oyo State Anti Corruption Agency, OYACA, Retired Justice Eni Esan has revealed that over 300 corruption cases have been investigated since the inception of the Agency in 2021.

Speaking during a chat with the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, who paid her an official visit in her office, Justice Esan said the agency has made significant strides in investigating cases of corruption with 14 cases currently being tried.  

According to the OYACA chair, large sums of money have been recovered from politicians, contractors, and civil/public servants among others. 

She revealed that states like Kano, Kaduna Jigawa, Ondo, Lagos, and Cross River have come to understudy the anti-corruption blueprint of OYACA in a bid to intensify the fight against corruption in their respective states. 

She further revealed that the Oyo State Anti Corruption Agency‘s mandate is to promote ethical conduct, prevent corrupt practices, and protect public resources from mismanagement and embezzlement. 

“Corruption fighting begins with sensitization on prevention. The agency has initiated this process by educating traditional leaders, tertiary institutions in Oyo state, civil/public servants, Members of the Judiciary and other stakeholders in the campaign”

Justice Esan disclosed that Oyo State is determined to create a culture of transparency and accountability, where corruption is reduced to the barest minimum.

“While we are committed to zero tolerance for corruption, we also recognize the importance of due process and ensuring that individuals are given a fair opportunity to defend themselves against any allegations.” 

Justice Esan assured that all cases brought before the agency are treated with confidentiality.

Responding, the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, appreciated the sensitive task of the agency and assured that the information ministry will periodically sensitize the public on the agency’s activities in line with the state government’s determination to rid the state of corruption.

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Governance

We did not abandon Bodija Explosion victims – Oyelade

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By Iyabo Adebisi

Oyo State government has debunked the insinuation that it has abandoned the welfare of victims of the Bodija explosion in Ibadan.

In a statement by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, the government said the rumour is unfair and unnecessary.

The commissioner revealed that ever since the January 16 explosion, the government has been spending between 15 and 20 million naira weekly on accommodation and feeding for the victims in the past eight weeks.

“As we speak, government has spent over 160 million naira on accommodation and feeding alone for the victims who were immediately accommodated at the hotels and the 38 of them still residing in the various hotels.” the commissioner said.

“In the same vein, government has picked up a medical bill of over 17 million naira while those still in hospitals are being actively catered for.”

The commissioner said that seven decent hotels, some in highbrow areas, are being used to accommodate victims of the unfortunate incident.

The commissioner also said that two million naira is spent weekly, amounting to 16 million naira in eight weeks, for security operatives to protect the property left behind by the victims.

On the rumour that some of the victims were ejected from their hotels, the Commissioner for Information said nothing can be further from the truth.

One of the hotels at Idi-Ape informed their occupants that they would like to fumigate their premises and the state government took it upon itself to immediately arrange transportation for the explosion victims to be accommodated in another hotel at Jericho together with members of their families.

The government does not think making an issue of fumigating a facility is the correct thing to do because such exercise is routine and the prerogative of the hotel owners.

On the accusation that victims’ meals have been reduced to one, the government sees this as equally spurious because many hotels provide complimentary breakfast, and most of our wards go out in the daytime, hence, the government’s decision to provide dinner.

Prince Dotun Oyelade said that the government is humbled by the gratitude and understanding shown by the victims and the populace alike who see the genuineness of the government spending millions of naira to protect the property left behind by the victims including the large sums of money spent on their medical bills, accommodation and feeding so far.

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Economy

Subsidy Palliatives: Ondo Govt. Assures of Commitment to Residents’ Welfare

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By Bukola Bardi

Ondo State government assures residents of its commitment to equitable distribution of fuel subsidy palliatives as it will commence payment of ten thousand naira to the vulnerable and distribution of food items to households by September this year.

The Commissioner for Information, Mrs Bamidele Ademola-Olateju announced this in a statement, giving updates on measures to cushion the effects of fuel subsidy removal.

Mrs Ademola-Olateju said pensioners in the state would also get their ten thousand naira along with their monthly pay as social intervention while civil servants would receive their outstanding leave bonus for 2020 by the end of this month.

The commissioner also announced that the provision of farm inputs to farmers would start next week while school buses and boats would be made available before resumption of blessed.

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News

“There Will Be Better Service Delivery” : Odusile Assures Ogun Residents

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People of Ogun State have been assured of better service delivery and the provision of evenly distributed development projects through the collaborative efforts of the government and relevant organizations. 
The State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Alhaji Waheed Odusile gave the assurance when the management team of Radio Nigeria Paramount FM Abeokuta, led by the General Manager, Mr Akinyinka Akintola paid a courtesy visit to his Oke Mosan, Abeokuta office. 

Alhaji Odusile who noted that Radio remained a major medium of communication in the state encouraged media professionals, especially 

journalists to avoid destructive criticisms and support the government to promote overall development of the state.

Alhaji Odusile who received the delegation in the company of the Ministry’s Coordinating Director, Mr Lanre Ogunyinka and the Director ICT and social media ,Alhaja Kemi Ewedairo – Yusuf said it was imperative for the media to work with the government to ensure sustainable peace and security across the state. 

The General Manager of Paramount FM 94.5 Abeokuta,  Mr Akinyinka Akintola who also paid a visit to the office of the Ogun State Head of Service, Dr Nofiu Aigoro had restated the station’s readiness to package political education programmes towards mobilizing the people ahead of the 2023 general elections.

Mr Akintola who explained that Radio Nigeria would always give priority to the provision of quality content for the betterment of the society, solicited the continued support of the state government for the station.

In a remark, the State Head of Service, Dr Nofiu Aigoro, acknowledged the cordial working relationship between the state government and federal establishments in the state, particularly Paramount FM and gave the assurance that the state government would continue to partner the station.

Dr Aigoro also said the state Civil service was committed to upholding standard practices in the efforts to move the state forward. 

Bolanle Adesida

Culture

Oyo Govt., Iseyin Weavers Collaborate to Revive Aso-Ofi Festival

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The Oyo State Government and Iseyin Weavers have collaborated to revive and further promote the Aso-Ofi festival in the state. 

This was disclosed in Iseyin during the grand-finale of the Aso-Ofi festival, witnessed by dignitaries in and outside Oyo State. 

Speaking at the event, the wife of the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engineer Tamunomini Olufunke Makinde said the festival would promote the cultural values and heritage of the state. 

She appealed to Iseyin weavers not to compromise the originality of the wool used in weaving Aso-Ofi, adding that it can never be duplicated. 

She also hinted that Aso-Ofi has grown to be one of Nigeria’s internationally-recognised fabrics, known for its rich cultural values. 

“I appeal to our weavers, put a mark on our heritage, it cannot be made elsewhere. If it is not made here, it is counterfeit”, she said. 

She added, “Ensure you protect our heritage, promote what we have and keep our culture for our generations unborn. Don’t sell out your trade’s secret. Do your best to protect our heritage”. 

The Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr Wasiu Olatunbosun, said the present administration in Oyo State is committed to showcasing and harnessing the tourism and economic potentials embedded in the festival. 

He said that the Aso-Ofi festival, which was last celebrated in 2018, is set for revival and unhindered annual celebrations. 

Dr Olatunbosun said, with the Aso-Ofi fabrics and resolution by the State Government to promote it, there will be a revolution in the tourism sector of the state. 

He hinted that Oyo State Government is resolute to champion the exportation of Aso-Ofi fabrics in the state, adding that the cultural, tourism and creative industry have been identified as one of the major sectors to diversify the economy. 

The State Government’s Spokesman added that Oyo State Government is formulating policies that will aid the promotion of this sector, while actions are being taken to unlock the huge potentials of the sector. 

He said the state government has found it expedient to increase awareness about the annual festival due to its potentials. 

“We are confident that the Aso-Ofi festival is back to and the State Government in collaboration with major stakeholders will be working to revive the festival and promote Aso-Ofi beyond the shores of Nigeria.” 

“We are working hard to ensure that all potentials are harnessed. We are set to work with sponsors, exporters and promoters in order to make it as international as possible to attract, cultural enthusiasts and huge buyers,” he said. 

The highlight of the programme was the presentation of the “The Ambassador of Aso-Ofi of the year” award to Governor Seyi Makinde and some notable Iseyin indigenes. 

The two-day event featured a rally, competitions, fashion parades, presentations of awards and draws national and international attention.

E-signed: 

Wasiu Olatunbosun, Ph.D,

Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism.

Yoruba

Ìpínlẹ̀ Ògùn Bẹ̀rẹ̀ Ètò Ayẹyẹ Òmìnira Ọdún Kọkàlélọgọ́fà Ilẹ̀ Yí

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Ọkan òjòkan ètò láti sàmì ayẹyẹ ọdún kọkànlélọ́gọ́ta tílẹ̀ yí gba òmìnira ló ti bẹ̀rẹ̀ nípinlẹ̀ Ògùn lóni pẹ̀lú àkànse ìrun Jímọ̀h.

Alákoso fọ́rọ̀ Ìròyìn àti Ìlànà, Ọ̀gbẹ́ni Abdulwaheed Odusile ló sọ̀rọ̀ yí di mímọ̀ nínú àtẹ̀jáde tí ó fi síta tó ní àkànse ìrun jimọh náà ló ti bẹ̀rẹ̀ ní Mọ́sálásí ńlá kọ̀bìtì, nílu Abẹokuta.

Ìsìn ìdúpẹ́ ayẹyẹ náà ni yio wáyé lọ́jọ́ àikú ní ilé ìjọsìn St. Peters, Ake ni áàgo mẹ́wa òwúrọ̀.

Àtẹ̀jáde náà ni ètò yíyan àwọn ọmọ ológun, ọlọ́pa, ẹgbẹ́ òsìsẹ́, àwọn akẹ́kọ káàkiri ìpínlẹ̀ Ògùn yio wáyé lọ́jọ́ ẹtì ọ̀sẹ̀ tó ńbọ̀ ní pápá ìsere M.K.O Abiọla tó wà ni kútọ̀.

Ó fikun wípé Gímìnà ìpínlẹ̀ Ògùn, Ọmọba Dapọ Abiọdun rọ àwọn ọmọ ilẹ̀ yí nípáàpajùlọ àwọn olùgbé ìpínlẹ̀ Ògùn láti fààyè gba àláàfìa kí wọ́n sì sisẹ́ papọ̀ fún ìlọsíwájú orílẹ̀ èdè yí.

Sẹgun Fọlarin/Owonikoko Yẹmisi

Environment News Security

Oyo Mayhem: Commissioner For Information Assures Peaceful Coexistence

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The Oyo State Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatubosun has assured the people of Oyo State that those behind the mayhem at Iwo Road in Ibadan would soon be fished out and prosecuted.
He stated this while featuring on a radio interview programme in Ibadan saying that security agencies have started investigation into the cause of the crisis.

There was a reported clash between some members of transport union in the State, which led to attack on people and private properties at the Iwo Road area on Wednesday.
Dr Olatubosun said the State government was on top of the situation and those that perpetuated the crisis would not go unpunished.
The commissioner said politics should not be allowed to affect the security of the people while those playing politics with security should be seen as not ready to join hands with the present administration, led by Governor Seyi Makinde to move the State forward.

“I am not going to say this is the person that caused the mayhem or that person started it, it is not in my purview, the security agents are working on unraveling the cause and who are those behind the attack.
“This is a government that has been going to the extent of expending so much in making security of lives and properties seamless, we shall not allow this to go without getting those behind it accountable.”

Iyabo Adebisi

Health

Oyo Govt Approves Renovation, Rehabilitation Of PHCs

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In a bid to boost health care delivery, Oyo State government has approved the renovation and rehabilitation of 299 primary healthcare centres, PHCs across the state with an estimate of 6 billion naira under an alternative project funding approach.

The Commissioner for Health, Dr Bashir Bello stated this while briefing newsmen after the executive council meeting in Ibadan.

He explained that the repayment would be spread over 12 months while government would only commence repayment after two months upon 20% completion of the projects.

Dr Bello added that the remaining 52 primary healthcare centres would be renovated by the Primary Healthcare Board as challenges of staffing would be duly addressed.

Also, Commissioner for Information, Dr Wasiu Olatunbosun at the briefing hinted on plans by the state government to procure 20 additional security vehicles at an estimated cost of 319 million naira to improve security challenges in the state.

The Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr Seun Ashamu disclosed that the executive council had approved the energizing of about 28 transformers across three senatorial districts into the national grid to boost electricity supply in the state.

Mr Ashamu noted that an estimate of 247 million naira had been earmarked as the cost of the tranformer energizing initiative.

Iyabo Adebisi

Economy

Oyo Govt Registers More Traders Associations, Makes Access To Loans, Support Easier

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Oyo State government has announced that it has registered more market and traders associations from eight to twelve in number, in order for the groups to access government supports in terms of loan and other inputs.

The Commissioner for Trade Investment and Cooperatives, Mr Adeniyi Adebisi stated this while speaking on a radio program in Ibadan on Thursday.

He said the state government is leaving no stone unturned in making life more comfortable for traders through the provision of infrastructure and secured environment for their businesses.

Mr Adebisi added that the Governor Seyi Makinde-led administration has met the requests of traders in the Scout Camp Neighborhood Business Complex before issuing the 7-days ultimatum for street traders to vacate the road side, stressing that government would enforce the law against street trading to guide against loss of lives and valuable properties to accidents.

The commissioner said the state government was always ready to give out loans to traders and market association but decried the issue of non repayment of loan by beneficiaries, hence the strict processes attached to loan disbursement by the agencies concerned.

“Whenever government provide loan support to traders associations, it is with the plan that the repayment schedule will aid the possibility of accommodating others to also benefit, but many people do not want to pay back because it is state government loan.”

“We have increased the number of traders and market associations from eight to twelve in Oyo State so that the opportunities for their members to access financial support among other impetus for business development would be made available and ease for them.”

He maintained that the requirements for any association to be registered is that it must have at least 3 clusters under it and all other related society or group can then join the umbrella association.

Mr Addbisi said the Ministry is working in collaboration with the Special Adviser to the governor on Arewa Matters to foster unity and peace among the Hausa Okada riders that are operating in the Scout Camp Neighborhood Business Complex and the other traders stressing the need for all tribes to cohabit peacefully in the state.

Signed:
Hon. Wasiu Olatubosun (P.hd),
Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism,
Ibadan.
Thursday 21st January, 2021.

Lifestyle

Commissioner resolves Ekiti NUJ Crises

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The Commissioner for Information in Ekiti state, Mr Muyiwa Olumilua has finally resolved the crisis rocking the state council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ.

At a peace meeting held in his office in Ado Ekiti, Mr Olumilua pleaded with aggrieved members from the Broadcasting Service of Ekiti State, BSES and the state Ministry of Information to sheath their swords in the interest of peace and the union.

He told them to forget their grievances and join hands with the state officers so as to builds a virile union.

In his remark, the state chairman of NUJ, Mr Rotimi Ojomoyela thanked the commissioner for wading into the crisis and welcomed the aggrieved members back to the Union, with a pledge that all chapels would be carried along in the union’s activities.

Also speaking, NUJ chairman in BSES, Mr Bisi Oluwasona and his counterpart from the state ministry of Information, Mr Adeola Olofe promised to mobilise their members back to the union.

On his part, a former NUJ state chairman, who is now the special Adviser to the speaker of the Ekiti State House of Assembly on Media, Akogun Tai Oguntayo pleaded with aggrieved members to give peace a chance.

The NUJ members from BSES and the state ministry of Information had not been attending the union’s programmes since 2017 due to the outcome of the last election which produced Mr Rotimi Ojomoyela as chairman.

The peace meeting was attended by the Ekiti state chairperson of NAWOJ, Mrs Fatima Bello and NUJ members selected from other chapels. 

Amos Ogunrinde

Lifestyle

Delta Government Seeks Increased Media Collaboration on COVID-19

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Delta State Government has called for stronger ties with the media for continuous sensitization of the citizenry in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.

The State Commissioner for Information Mr. Charlse Aniagwu stated this during a visit to the Asaba Correspondent Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ.

Mr. Aniagwu, noted Delta State so far has fifty-one confirmed case of COVID-19, including thirty active cases, while attributing seven deaths recorded in the state to late reporting of ailment.

The commissioner also stressed that coronavirus is real and called for investigative journalism amongst practitioners to address misconceptions about the virus by some members of the public.

Earlier in a remark, Chairman Asaba Correspondent Chapel Mr. Paul Osuyi, appealed for collaboration with the state government to train journalists on proper reporting of the global health crises, and pledged the commitment of its members to pursue developmental and factual journalism.

Oghenero Eghweree

Lifestyle

Failure to wear facemask to attract 20,000 Naira Fine – Oyo Covid-19 Task Force

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Oyo State COVID-19 Task Force has said failure to wear facemasks in the state will soon begin to attract penalty.

Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatubosun stated this while leading members of the Media and sensitisation committee of the task force to Oke Ogun zone in continuation of enlightenment drive on COVID-19.

Dr Olatunbosun said defaulters of the guideline on wearing of facemasks would be prosecuted and appropriately punished with a fine of 20,000 naira.

The commissioner maintained that wearing of face masks was in line with COVID-19 protocol designed to guarantee the safety and well-being of everyone.

He urged residents of Igbeti and Kisi in Olorunsogo and Irepo Local Government Areas of the state to maintain physical distance and adhere to restrictions on religious worship to contain the spread of the virus.

He equally enjoined security agencies to join hands with traditional rulers with a view to combating the virus.

In his response, Iba of Kishi, ObaMoshood Oyekola Lawal pledged to synergise with government and security agencies at ensuring that people abide with precautionary resources on Covid-19.

Similar sensitization efforts had been taken to Oyo and Ogbomoso zones in the past weeks.

Iyabo Adebisi

Crime

NSCDC Intercepts 70 Northerners in Ogbomoso

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Men of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has intercepted seventy northerners coming into Oyo state through Ogbomoso end of the state.

In an interview with Radio Nigeria, Commissioner for Information, Dr Wasiu Olatunbosun said the people were apprehended through intelligence report early this morning pointing out that they were coming from Jigawa and Kano states.

According to the commissioner, majority of the people were heading to Ibadan, the Oyo state capital while others were moving to Sagamu in Ogun and Lagos states.

Dr Olatunbosun however noted that the people intercepted at the Ogbomoso end would be escorted to Kwara boundary so as to return to their various states in accordance with Inter states movement lockdown to prevent the spread of Covid-19.

Iyabo Adebisi

Politics

Oyo Govt. Approves Law Enforcing Social Distancing

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Oyo State Executive Council has approved a law to provide a legal framework for the recommendations of the state task force on Coronavirus disease in the state.

The regulation tagged “Oyo state Coronavirus Disease Emergency Regulation 2020” would give legal backing to the ban on social activities and enforcement of social distancing to guide against the spread of Covid-19 in the state.

Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General of the state, Professor Oyelowo Oyewo disclosed this while briefing newsmen at the end of State Executive Council meeting held through social media platforms chaired by Governor Seyi Makinde.

Professor Oyewo said the law which revolved around extant laws would prevent security operatives from infringing on the fundamental human rights of individuals and punish offenders adding that the law would further boost the activities of the task force. 

Also, Oyo State government has intensified efforts to establish Energy Centre of Excellence to boost the social and economic development of the state.

Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatunbosun explained that the state government has shown its readiness to establish the centre through effective collaboration with the Finnish government.

Similarly, the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr Taiwo Adisa said the proposed Energy Centre of Excellence would provide much-needed electricity through various dams with a view to boosting the economy of the state.

Iyabo Adebisi

Health

Drug Abuse: Oyo Pledges Support to NDLEA

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In an effort to reduce drug abuse and trafficking, Oyo State government has pledged to support the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, to curb the menace of illicit drug use and peddling.

The Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatunbosun gave the pledge when a delegation from NDLEA paid him a courtesy visit in his office.

Dr. Olatunbosun noted that the agency had done well at enlightening citizens on dangers inherent in indiscriminate use of drugs which often led to high rate of mental disorder and broken homes.

The commissioner added that the state government would give necessary backings to anti-drug abuse campaigns of the federal agency through the use of the available media platforms in the state.

The leader of the team, Mrs. Josephine Obi solicited the support of the ministry in the area of publicity of its activities and programmes to reduce the scourge and menace of drug trafficking and abuse.

Mrs. Obi commended the state government for its resolve to reduce poverty and youths’ unrest by paying special attention to agriculture and other welfare programmes, especially in education, which has kept many youths out of the streets and reduce illicit drug peddlers.

Adewumi Faniran

Entertainment

DBS to Begin 24-Hour Service Soon – Delta Commissioner

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Delta State Government says the state broadcasting service in Warri and Asaba, would commence 24 hours service by the end of the second quarter of 2020.

Delta State Commissioner for Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, made this known in Asaba, at a conference with the heads of the state information agencies to establish the agenda for the New Year.

Radio Nigeria Correspondent reports that the commissioner also directed the agencies to ensure a monthly statement of account to reflect financial flows to avoid illegal deductions.

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Oghenero Eghweree

Security

Oyo Approves 179 Million Naira to Procure Communication Gadgets for Security Personnel

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Oyo state government has approved about One Hundred and Seven Nine million naira for the procurement of radio communication gadget for security personnel in the state.

The Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatunbosun stated this while briefing journalists after the weekly Executive Council Meeting.

The commissioner explained that the sophisticated digital communication gadget would improve collaboration among security operatives and enhance security of lives and properties in the state.

Dr. Olatunbosun also noted that the one hundred security cars procured by the government had been branded and would commence work next week 

He however said that many of inmates rescued from the Oloore Rehabilitation Centre had be treated and reconnected to their families while others had been transferred to approved government rehabilitation center.

Iyabo Adebisi

Education

Oyo Govt. Approves Fund for Infrastructure Development

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Oyo State Government has approved to release its counterpart fund for infrastructure development across public primary and secondary schools in the state to complement its educational policies.

The Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatunbosun disclosed while briefing newsmen after the state council meeting.

Dr. Olatunbosun noted that Federal Government through the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) would provide 1.5 billion naira while Oyo state would provide a counterpart fund of 1.5 billion naira for the project 

He however disclosed that the state government had approved redeployment of thirty nine staffers of Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo state (BCOS), who were part of 143 staff initially, moved from the corporation by the immediate past administration as well as 73 staffers from the Board of Internally Generated Revenue out of 462 initially deployed from the board.

Meanwhile, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Taiwo Adisa who was part of the briefing made clarification on the charges on transfer to public schools by the state government.

Mr Adisa explained that the state government only charged for transfer of pupils from private to public schools within the state and not from public school to another in the state while reiterating the commitment of the state government to its free education policy.

In a related development, residents of Agbonle and Ogbooro in Ifeloju Local Council Development Area, Oyo State have appealed to the three tiers of government to come to their aid for infrastructure development.

The Alagbonle of Agbonle land, Oba Job Idowu Adetunji, and community leaders in Agbonle Prophet Michael Okesola, Alfa Adebayo Abdu-Rauf and Agbooro community chairman, Chief Ojeponle Ajayi and Jimoh Daud Ayanfe all made the plea recently in respected community during a community development program in the town.

Alagbonle of Agbonle, Oba Idowu Adetunji and the community leaders, Chief Ojeponle Ajayi, Mr Ayanfe Daud, Prophet Michael Okesola, Alfa Adebayo Abdu-Rauf call on present government to come and rehabilitate the roads linking the two communities in order to improve the social well-being of the area.

They called on government to repair roads from Ogbooro-Agbonle, Ogbooro-Ago Amodu, Agbonle-Igboho, Agbonle-Saki, that it would as well enhance internally generated revenue, IGR for government

Iyabo Adebisi/Bashir Suleiman

Security

Security: Oyo State to Get 100 Patrol Vehicles

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Oyo State Executive Council has approved the procurement of 100 units patrol vehicles worth Eight Hundred Thirty-Two million Naira ₦832m to beef up security in the state.

The council equally ratified the purchase of exercise books to be distributed freely across public schools in the state for the new session.  

Briefing newsmen at the end of the meeting, Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatunbosun said six big notes exercise books of 60 leaves would be given to each pupil and 80 leaves of big notes to those at the junior level.

Dr Olatunbosun noted that distribution of exercise books would gulp over Four Hundred and Forty Seven Million naira to complement the free education policy of the present administration.

 Commissioner for Works and Transport, Professor Raphael Afonja said the one hundred units patrol vehicles would be executive automatic transmission patrol ones.

Professor Afonja explained that the step was taken as part of campaign promises to improve the security of the state.

Earlier, declaring the meeting open, Governor Seyi Makinde had enjoined members of the state council to be passionate on issues affecting the state and work towards tackling them.

 Governor Makinde said he was optimistic that the council would come up with policies that would accelerate development of the state 

Iyabo Adebisi