Politics

By Mosope  Kehinde 

The Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon Adebo Ogundoyin has asked residents of the State to pray for the success of the second term of Governor Seyi Makinde. 

The Speaker in a congratulatory message to the Governor on his inauguration for another term in office, said Oyo residents must seek more divine grace for Governor Seyi Makinde as he steers the ship of the pacesetter state for another four years.

“Hearty congratulations to the people’s Governor, His Excellency Engr Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde on the successful completion of four years of good governance and the beginning of another four years which is tagged Omituntun 2.0.  You have not only made us proud but you have also proved to be a good administrator and a democrat who meant well for the masses. 

“I therefore want to use this medium to appeal to the good people of Oyo State to constantly remember this administration in their prayers. This is important so that our Governor’s dream of consolidating on the lofty programmes which he started during his first term can come to fruition. The foundation for rapid development has already been laid across Oyo State and to me this was why our people renewed the mandate of the Governor to serve again. They knew continuity was key to sustainability”

Hon Adebo Ogundoyin assured the people of Oyo State that the PDP led administration in the State will not disappoint them.

“Governor Seyi Makinde will not disappoint the people of Oyo State. I can assure everyone that Omituntun 2.0 will focus more on people’s welfare, security, social amenities and rapid investment and economic growth.

“On our part as a very important arm of government, we shall not only give all necessary legislative support to the Executive arm of government, but shall equally put them on their toes for optimum and better service delivery. “Oyo Speaker said

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Economy

By Mosope Kehinde

The delegation of the Oyo State House of Assembly to the Global Business Summit held at the Millennium Gloucester Hotel, London Kensington has assured Governor Seyi Makinde of the readiness of the State legislature to further collaborate with the Executive arm of Government in its resolve to make the State the economic hub of the Southwest and the most investment-friendly state in the country.

This is just as the Lawmakers pledged to make legislations that will promote and enhance the investment and economic drives of Governor Makinde. 

The Summit was tagged “Oyo State International Business Summit, OYSIBS 2023”.

The delegation led by the Speaker, Hon Adebo Ogundoyin comprised of Principal officers, House Committee Chairmen, other Lawmakers and some management staff of the Oyo Assembly.

The international summit which was at the instance the State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde hosted notable world investors and entrepreneurs on the theme “, Complete Guide to sustainable investment in Oyo State” 

Hon Adebo Ogundoyin said the Oyo State House of Assembly would continue to give priority to bills and laws that will not only bring new investors to the State but will also make the state safe and conducive for businesses and investment to thrive.

This, he noted was in line with the vision of Governor Makinde to provide necessary infrastructure that will draw investors to the State

He explained that the summit provided opportunity for Oyo State Government to intimate private investors and corporate leaders of the investment and economic potentials which abound in the State especially in the areas of agriculture, solid minerals and so on. 

” I am happy to lead the delegation of the Oyo State House of Assembly to the London Business Summit. This summit has opened a new vista in the efforts of this administration to woo investors into our dear State. It provided a platform to showcase the economic potentials of Oyo State and how would be investors could tap into them. Ours was a powerful delegation as all principal officers and Chairmen of various House Committees were in attendance. It was a laudable objective and a vision with a long term positive effect and benefits. The State House of Assembly is happy to key into this lofty idea and we are ready to make more laws that will further help in growing Oyo State economy and also making our dear State investors friendly” Oyo Speaker assured

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Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke joined Nigerians in thanking God for another year stressing that his administration is committed to ensure people based development in all strata of the state.

Governor Adeleke noted that the vision of the present government is to enthrone technology based agro-industrial growth, address the infrastructure deficit with a cost effective, home based and labour intensive programme.

“To our people in the diaspora, we are opening up the state for partnership in education, health, trade, investment and tech innovations. We are creating the enabling environment for multiple cooperation to put our state on the global map of development”.

The Governor said in the drive for a new Osun state, he will be fair and run an inclusive government.

“Like I noted in my inaugural address as governor, the election is over. Now is the time for us all to join hands to move the state forward. I am the Governor of all Osun people and I will serve the state in the spirit of brotherhood, equity, transparency, accountability and fear of God.

Governor Adeleke said in the last one month, his administration had laid a strong foundation for sustainable governance of the state, reforming several sectors to block revenue leakages and stop diversion of state assets as well as the repositioning of the civil service for professionalism is also ongoimy.

While felicitating with the people of Osun State, Governor Adeleke called for the full support of Osun indigenes, home and abroad support for his administration to fast track the development of the state.

He prayed that the new year under the umbrella of Almighty God will usher in peace, harmony and greater development for Osun State and her people.

Also, The Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon Adebo Ogundoyin has asked Nigerians to pray fervently for a smooth and peaceful transition from one civilian to another in the year 2023

In his new year message, Hon Adebo Ogundoyin said there was the need for Nigerians to increase their voices in prayers to God for a peaceful and prosperous new year.

He noted that the events coming up in the year 2023 especially the general elections are crucial and important to the nation hence the need for more sincere supplications.

” Happy and prosperous New Year to everyone of us. May the Lord bless us in the new year, 2023 and grant all our prayer requests for ourselves and our dear nation. The general election coming up this year is another test for our democracy. The peaceful and successful conduct of the election determines the sustainability of the nation’s democracy and the future of our country. So, we all must play our parts in ensuring that the country is not thrown into post election crisis or avoidable political upheaval which may spell doom for the nation. “

The Speaker who felicitated with the people of Oyo State on the commencement of another 365days, called on residents of the State to reciprocate the good gesture and performance of Governor Seyi Makinde by voting for all the PDP candidates in the election.

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Economy

… says Oyo Government will address traders complaints.

The Speaker Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon Adebo Ogundoyin has led a delegation of the state’s legislature to Gbagi International Market, Ibadan for on the spot assessment of the situation in the textile market. 

This was in fulfilment of the promise made to the leaders of the market when they paid a visit to the Speaker few days ago.

The Speaker while addressing the traders, said the visit was meant to personally see the problems confronting Gbagi International Market as highlighted by the leaders of the market during their visit to his office.

Hon Ogundoyin assured that the problem of lack of parking space which was one of the major requests of the traders would be looked into.

The Speaker said no construction would be allowed to spring up on the few spaces in the market currently being used as parking lots, adding that all efforts would be made by Governor Makinde-led administration to give the market a facelift and improve facilities there.

“I came with my entourage to meet with our esteemed market men and women in Gbagi International Market and to promise them that we will see to their requests. It is rather unfortunate that nothing tangible had been done by past administrations in Oyo State to raise the standard of the market and to depict it as an international textile market,” Hon Ogundoyin said

The traders carried various placards with inscriptions showing some of the problems addressing them and the urgent need for Governor Seyi Makinde to come to their rescue.

While welcoming the Speaker and other lawmakers into the market, the Chairman, Council of Elders and Board of Trustees , Gbagi International Market, Alh Mukaila Adebayo commended the present administration in Oyo State for its avowed resolve to right some of the wrongs in the past.

Alh. Adebayo used the occasion to reiterate other challenges of the market, which included lack of portable water, irregular power supply, lack of toilet facilities and lack of good road network within the market.

Other representatives including the Secretary of the Council of Elders, Evang Tunde Folorunsho and leaders of other Associations stressed that Gbagi International Market was too crowded and that the state government must come to their aid in decongesting it and upgrading its facilities.

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The Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon Adebo Ogundoyin has congratulated Muslims on the completion of thirty days of fasting aimed at achieving piety and promoting self-restraint. 

The Speaker in a congratulatory message to Islamic faithful across the world said that observing 2020 fast in the midst of Covid-19 was no doubt challenging and distressing, hence Muslims should be commended for their steadfastness despite the lockdown.

“On this joyous day of Eid-ul-Fitr, I wish you and your family a very happy Eid. May Allah accept all good deeds and shower his mercy and fulfil your life with happiness and prosperity. Eid Mubarak!”

Hon. Ogundoyin stated that it was unthinkable that the virus would restrict adherents to their homes, especially during the Eid-ul-Fitr celebration, which is normally observed in a community prayer ground with thousands of believing men, women and children in attendance.

The Speaker, however, urged Muslims to enjoy the festival at home with their loved ones and enjoy sumptuous meals which usually characterize such an occasion.

While calling on Nigerians to use the period of Eid-ul-Fitr celebration to pray for an end to Coronavirus in the world and for the nation to get it right in terms of leadership and governance, Hon Ogundoyin charged Muslims to continue to uphold the teachings of Ramadan among which are attaining piety, seeking nearness to Allah, cultivating good manners, abstaining from vices showing love and giving in charity , reading the Quran among others

“Staying at home to celebrate this year’s Eid ul-Fitr will help to protect friends and family from coronavirus (COVID-19). The great effort on social distancing already achieved throughout Ramadan will be sustained if we all stay in our homes.

Eid-ul Fitri is normally a day of feasting when people invite one another, share food, and generally celebrate. However, it will be unusual this year because of the global efforts to combat the pandemic.” The Speaker stressed.

PR/Mosope Kehinde