The Supreme Court has affirmed Ademola Adeleke of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP as the elected Governor of Osun State. Mr Gboyega Oyetola and his party, the All Progressives Congress, APC, approached the apex court in a suit numbered, SC/CV/510/2023, praying the court to set aside the Continue Reading
Osun State Government has successfully engaged over 50 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) since the introduction of its Food Support scheme one year ago. The state governor, Mr Gboyega Oyetola made this known at the flag-off ceremony of the 12th edition of the monthly food support programme at the Government Secretariat, Abere. Represented by the […]Continue Reading
Muslim faithful have been urged to take the advantage of the holy month of Ramadan to pray for the peace, unity and development of Nigeria. Osun State governor, Mr Gboyega Oyetola stated this in Osogbo at the Pre-Ramadan meeting of the Supreme Council for Sharia in Nigeria. Governor Oyetola stressed the need for Muslims to extend their hands […]Continue Reading
Osun State Government has opened the Olaiya Flyover for public use. At the official opening ceremony, the state governor, Mr Gboyega Oyetola appreciated motorists and other road users for their patience while the construction lasted. Governor Oyetola said the road was opened to reduce the hardship being experienced by motorists who had been using alternative routes […]Continue Reading
With a few days to the All Progressive Congress, APC, governorship primary election in Osun State, the state governor, Mr Gboyega Oyetola has warned members of the party not to sell their membership cards. Governor Oyetola gave the warning in Iperindo, Osu and Ilesa while addressing party members in Ijesa South Federal Constituency during his strategic engagement […]Continue Reading
Osun State governor, Mr Gboyega Oyetola says his administration has adopted a proactive strategy to stimulate the economy of the state in the face of Coronavirus pandemic. Governor Oyetola stated this in Osogbo while presenting cash as seed loans to two thousand successful trainees of Skills Upgrade and Entrepreneurship Training Programme. He said the Skills […]Continue Reading
South-West governors and some first class traditional rulers in the Southwest zone of the country are currently holding a security meeting at the Executive Chamber of the Agodi Government Secretariat, Ibadan. The meeting which commenced at about 3 pm has in attendance the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, NGF, Dr Kayode Fayemi, Governors Rotimi […]Continue Reading
The Governor of Osun State, Mr Gboyega Oyetola has dissolved elected officials of local governments in the state. Consequently, the governor directed all political office holders to vacate their offices and hand over the administration of their councils to the most senior personnel. In a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Prince Wole Oyebamiji, […]Continue Reading
Osun State governor, Mr Gboyega Oyetola has approved the new minimum wage for workers in the state. Governor Oyetola who disclosed this via his official Twitter handle, @gboyegaoyetola also lifted embargo on annual salary increment, promotion and conversion. The governror announced that the implementation of the new minimum wage for the workers will take effect Continue Reading
Osun State Governor, Mr Gboyega Oyetola, has approved the relaxation of the curfew period, effective from today October 29, 2020. Consequently, the curfew will now run from 8:00 pm to 6:00 am daily while Security operatives will still remain on the streets to enforce the new curfew directive with a view to maintaining law and order […]Continue Reading
Osun State governor, Mr Gboyega Oyetola has appealed to youth protesting against police brutality in the state to maintain calm as government is ready to accede to their demands. Governor Oyetola who joined the #EndSARS protest in Osogbo, said their agitation for police reform was understandable owing to harassment they had being subjected to by […]Continue Reading
The Osun State government is to develop the extractive industry through Agro-prenuership to fast track economic growth of the state. The state governor, Mr Gboyega Oyetola announced this in Osogbo, the state capital while declaring open a special training programme on converting agro wastes to wealth. Correspondent, Adenitan Akinola completes the story. Adenitan AkinolaContinue Reading
Governor of Osun State, Mr Gboyega Oyetola, has described the Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Oyetunji Olanipekun as a pillar of support of his administration. Mr Oyetola stated this at the 10th Coronation anniversary of the Ataoja of Osogbo and formal launch of Ataoja palace project in Osogbo. Governor Oyetola, who was represented by his deputy, Mr Benedict […]Continue Reading
Osun State Governor, Mr Gboyega Oyetola has inaugurated Gender-Based Management Committee. Performing the inauguration in Osogbo, Governor Oyetola said the initiative was in furtherance of the government’s commitment to ensure a deserved place for women and children in the state. Lamenting the surge of anti-women and children crimes in the country, the governor noted that Continue Reading
The Osun State House of Assembly, OSHA, has approved the reduction in the state budget after the Appropriation Amendment Bill 2020 passed through the third reading. This follows a motion moved by the Chairman, House Committee on Finance and Appropriation, Mr. Taiwo Olodo. Tagged Osun State Appropriation Amendment Bill 2020, the state budget was reviewed […]Continue Reading
Osun State Governor, Gboyega Oyetola has ordered a week lockdown in Ijesaland. This decision was the fallout of the meeting between the government and the stakeholders from the area. The lockdown is expected to commence on Tuesday, July 7 and it will be for one week in the first instance. A statement issued by the Commissioner for […]Continue Reading
Osun State Police Command has inaugurated the Community Police Committee Speaking at the event which was held at the Osun State Police Headquarters in Osogbo, the state governor, Mr Gboyega Oyetola said the government would support every effort aimed at incorporating the grassroots into their own security. Mr Oyetola who was represented by the State […]Continue Reading
Osun 2019 Batch “A” Corpers: 9 to Repeat, 6 to Serve Three Months Extension Nine participants of the outgone 2019 Batch “A” corp members in Osun State are to repeat their service year, while six will serve three months extension. The Osun State Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, Mr Ayodele Adegoke gave […]Continue Reading