Culture

Oba Ladoja Targets Industrial Revival of Ibadan

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By Iyabo Adebisi/Adebukola Aluko

Topmost on the agenda of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja is to make Ibadan city economically viable for job creation and meaningful development.

To this end, the monarch is planning to launch a multi billion Naira Economic Development Programme for the ancient city soon .

Oba Ladoja made this known in Ibadan after being crowned as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland at the historic Mapo Hall in Ibadan.

The Monarch said such would help in  reviving moribund industries in the ancient city.

Oba Ladoja gave assurance of peaceful co existence among the people to make the vision a reality.

 He also urged President Bola Tinubu to support the creation of Ibadan State before May 2027, believing such would fast-track development in the area.

At the ceremony, President Bola Tinubu rekindled the hope of Nigerians on the state of the economy,  saying “moment of hope and prosperity  has arrived”

The President emphasized that Nigerians deserved to be commended for their perseverance as the nation navigates through a new economic turn of progress.

He prayed that the new Olubadan would continue to be relevant in the country’s democracy.

Recalling his relationship with Oba Ladoja during democratic struggle, in the Senate and his impeachment saga as governor of Oyo state, President Tinubu described the monarch as a reliable personality. 

 After presenting the staff of office to Oba Ladoja, the Oyo state governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde prayed for the successful reign of the monarch emphasizing that all challenges associated with Ibadan traditional institution is over.

Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, was born on 25 September 1944 in Gambari village near Ogbomoso, Oyo State, to Pa Yunusa Olayiwola and Madam Halimat Sadia Ladoja. His family has its ancestral homestead in Arusa compound, Isale Osi, Ibadan.

The epoch making event had in attendance distinguished personalities from all walks of life, including state governors, lawmakers, captains of industrial and politicians across party divides.

 Highlight of the ceremony was a cultural display to showcase the rich cultural heritage of Ibadan.

Legislature

Oyo Assembly Passes Vote Of Confidence on Makinde, Ogundoyin

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By Mosope Kehinde

Oyo State House of Assembly has passed a vote of confidence on the Executive Governor of the state, Engineer Seyi Makinde.

The lawmakers also expressed the same confidence in the Speaker of the House, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin, and the leadership of the House.

The decision was made during plenary at the resumption of recess of the House.

In his contribution, Mr. Olatunde Kehinde, representing Akinyele State Constituency 2, highlighted the governor’s recent rollout of strategic road projects across Oyo State.

He emphasized that a significant portion of the recently approved N300 billion facility will fund the rehabilitation and reconstruction of roads, which are vital for economic growth and connectivity.

Also speaking, the majority leader, Mr. Sanjo Adedoyin, praised the launch of the Oyo State Sub national Implementation Strategy for the African Continental Free Trade Area AFCFTA, describing it as a visionary move that positions the state as a key economic player within the continent.

He thereafter moved a motion formally endorsing the policies and direction of the Seyi Makinde-led administration, which was seconded by the Chief Whip, Mr. Gbenga Oyekola.

In his remarks, the Speaker, Mr. Adebo Ogundoyin, reiterated the Assembly’s commitment to good governance and transparency.

He assured that the 10th Assembly is focused on delivering its legislative responsibilities without bias or witch-hunting.

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Lifestyle

Bodija Explosion: Iyaloja-General Visits Makinde

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By Iyabo Adebisi

The Iyaloja-General of Nigeria, Folasade Tinubu-Ojo, the daughter of President Bola Tinubu, has visited Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state to empathize with the government over the Bodija explosion, in Ibadan, the state capital. 

The governor received the Iyaloja-General at his Agodi Secretariat Governor’s office in Ibadan shortly after playing host to the leadership of the Pan Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere, Oyo state chapter.

Speaking with journalists shortly after meeting with the Governor, Ms Tinubu-Ojo said her visit was to commiserate with victims of the Ibadan explosion and the people of Oyo state.

The Iyaloja lauded Governor Makinde for his giant strides towards bringing assistance to victims and the approach to disaster management, praying to God to comfort the families of those who lost their loved ones to the tragedy.

“I’m here to commiserate with the Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde and the people of Oyo state over the explosion especially how the Governor is managing the crisis.

” My prayer is that God will not allow such unfortunate occurrence to happen again anywhere in Oyo state and Nigeria as a whole.