Health

Lawmakers Take Step to Curb Drying Cassava Flour on Roadsides

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By Mosope Kehinde

In a bid to safeguard public health and improve food safety standards, Oyo Assembly Member representing Akinyele constituency 1, Mr. Olalekan Abiola and his counterpart in Akinyele Constituency 2, Mr. Olatunde Kehinde have jointly sponsored a motion urging the executive arm to take proactive steps to curb the widespread practice of drying cassava flour on roadsides across the state.

Cassava flour, locally known as Lafun or Elubo, is a staple food product and a vital source of income for thousands of rural and peri-urban dwellers in Oyo State. 

According to the motion, roadside drying exposes cassava flour to contaminants such as dust, engine oil, heavy metals, microbes, and animal droppings, rendering it unsafe for human consumption. 

The lawmakers also warned that the practice could contribute to the spread of Lassa fever, as the mastomys rat known to carry the virus is attracted to food substances like cassava flour.

Beyond health risks, the lawmakers noted that the practice can lead to road accidents by reducing visibility and obstructing traffic flow. 

They observed that many countries have banned roadside food drying and adopted enclosed mechanical drying systems with controlled temperature and humidity. 

Other key recommendations include the construction of cassava drying platforms in rural communities, deployment of Agricultural Extension Officers by the Oyo State Agribusiness Agency to educate farmers and processors on hygienic drying methods, and collaboration between farmers, cooperatives, NGOs, and development partners to promote low-cost solar and raised drying technologies.

The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Mr. Adebo Ogundoyin while commending the motion, described it as a timely and impactful intervention aimed at addressing a long-standing public health and safety concern. 

Mr Ogundoyin recalled that a similar motion had been presented during the 9th Assembly, underscoring the persistence of the issue and the need for more decisive action.

He emphasized that the practice of drying cassava flour on tarred roads and road shoulders, though born out of necessity due to inadequate drying infrastructure, poses significant risks to human health and public safety. 

The Speaker charged the House Committee on Food and Nutrition to work closely with the relevant ministries to develop a robust regulatory framework that would monitor cassava processing activities across the state.

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Judiciary

Oyo Assembly Rebuts Claims of Secret Loan Approval

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By Mosope Kehinde

The Oyo State House of Assembly has described as baseless the claims made by member representing Saki West State Constituency, Mr. Ibrahim Shittu over the recent emergency plenary session which he alleged was used to secretly approve a N300 billion loan request from the Executive without proper notification to members.

In a statement jointly signed by the Majority Leader, Mr. Sanjo Adedoyin and the Chairman, House Committee on Information, Media, Public Affairs and ICT, Mr. Waheed Akintayo, the Assembly described Mr. Shittu’s claims as not only misleading but a reflection of his complete disconnect from legislative responsibilities.

The statement clarified that the emergency plenary held on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, was duly and officially notified on the Assembly’s general WhatsApp platform. 

“It is not only unfortunate but shameful that a serving member of the Assembly would resort to falsehood for cheap political relevance. Emergency plenaries are not illegal; they are constitutional and practiced in all serious legislatures across Nigeria, including the National Assembly,”.

In refuting Mr. Shittu’s claims, the  statement disclosed that the so-called N300 billion loan includes N149 billion meant to refinance an existing loan facility with United Bank for Africa (UBA), while only N151 billion constitutes a new request to support infrastructure and contractors’ financing.

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Judiciary

Eid-el-Fitr : Oyo Assembly Felicitates Muslim Faithful

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By Mosope Kehinde

Oyo State House of Assembly has felicitated all Muslims across the globe on the completion of the year 2025 Holy month of Ramadan.

The Assembly urged Muslim faithful to pray for continuous peaceful coexistence in the state and divine guidance for the three Arms of Government to achieve more developmental projects across all sectors of the state.

In a Statement, the Chairman House Committee on Information, Media and Public Affairs,  Mr. Waheed Akintayo said that the month-long fasting had been completed and the state would forever carry on the blessings of the Holy month.

It states further that the 10th Oyo State House of Assembly will  always ensure love , unity and stability in governance as learnt during the Holy month.

The Statement notes that the House will not relent in her continous efforts of making and amending laws that will be of greater value to every downtrodden and entire masses of the state.

“We will continue to ensure unity and progress through mutual cooperation with other Arms of Government.  We have shown examples through effective legislation, promised to do more that will cut across all zones of the State and equally enhance policies that will pave  the way for rapid development”

The House however urged  Muslim faithful to internalise the lessons learnt during the month of Ramadan , especially on  love, kindness,  compassion,  and selflessness for the betterment of the society at large.

“Happy celebration to our teeming Muslim brothers and Sisters. May Allah grant us abundant good rewards for fasting and engaging in other righteous deeds in the Holy month of Ramadan.  May every moment of this celebration bring us Joy and Happiness.” The Statement concludes.

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Transportation

OYHA Orders Investigation into Activities of Pace Setter Transport Services

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By Mosope Kehinde

The Oyo State House of Assembly has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the activities of the state-owned Pace Setter Transport Services (PTS). 

This decision was made after the House Committee on Transport presented its interim report, which revealed several concerns, including the lack of a legal framework guiding the operations of PTS.

The Committee, chaired by Mr. Babajide Adebayo, was given a two-week ultimatum to interface with PTS management and officials. 

The report highlighted that the Sole Administrator, Dr. Salami Ibrahim, had recruited 106 additional staff without proper authorization.

The Deputy Speaker Mr. Muhammed Fadeyi countered the claim that PTS is an independent agency, stating that the House has the constitutional right to investigate any agency funded by taxpayers’ money. 

Mr. Dele Adeola praised Governor Seyi Makinde for upgrading PTS to alleviate transportation costs following the fuel subsidy removal.

Reacting, the speaker, Mr. Adebo Ogundoyin, instructed the Committee to conduct a thorough investigation into PTS, focusing on staff auditing, operations, and finances, including state government subventions and revenue generation. 

The Speaker also urged the executive arm to establish laws governing PTS through the Ministry of Justice.

“This investigation will also examine state government subventions to the Pacesetter Transport Services and the revenue generated by the company. This becomes imperative towards ensuring transparency and accountability in the operations of PTS.” Oyo Speaker said

Politics

Oyo Assembly Congratulates Ogundoyin

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By Mosope Kehinde 

The Oyo State House of Assembly says its Speaker, Hon Adebo Ogundoyin has made the entire 10th Oyo State House of Assembly proud following his emergence as the 12th Chairman of Conference of Speakers of Nigeria State Legislatures.

This is just as the House of Assembly described the appointment of the Speaker as a well deserved feat.

The House of Assembly in a statement issued by its Chairman Media and Public Affairs Committee, Hon Akintayo Waheed Kolawole congratulated Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin on the new position. 

The statement said the emergence of Hon Adebo Ogundoyin as the youngest Chairman in the history of the Conference has further attested to the leadership potentials and the rising influence of the 36year old lawmaker.

It also added that this has shown the level of confidence and faith the Conference places on young leaders as great drivers of positive changes and viable agents of progress and development. 

“We are happy to congratulate our young, vibrant and dynamic Speaker, Hon Adebo Ogundoyin on his election as the Chairman, Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria. This is a no mean achievement. 

“We are convinced that other Rt. Hon Speakers have seen the leadership acumen and dexterity of Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin hence his emergence as the new Chairman of the Conference. ” Hon Akintayo said

The Oyo State affirmed its belief in the fact that Hon Adebo Ogundoyin would bring his experience as a third term lawmaker in Oyo State and as a second term Speaker to bear in achieving the objectives and the vision of the Conference.

” Hon Adebo Ogundoyin has no doubt made history as highest ranking lawmaker in the annals of State Assembly in Oyo State. He is meticulous, articulate and diligent,  and whatever he set his mind to do, he does excellently well. Congratulations once again our darling Speaker”  The statement said. 

The House prayed to God to grant Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin more divine wisdom and knowledge to paddle the canoe of the Conference.

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Lifestyle

Oyo Assembly Holds Special Valedictory Sitting for Late Popoola

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The Oyo State House of Assembly Wednesday held a Special Valedictory sitting in honour of the member representing Ibadan South East 2 State Constituency, Hon. Ademola Olusegun Popoola, who died on July 12, 2022.

The Plenary attended by the Oyo State Deputy Governor, Barr Bayo Lawal, the Chief Judge of the State, Justice Munta Abimbola, PDP leaders, political functionaries, family members, friends and other well-wishers was part of activities lined up for the burial of the Lawmaker. 

The Deputy Governor, who represented Governor Seyi Makinde at the sitting, reiterated the promise of the Governor to sponsor the education of the children of the late lawmaker.

Barr Bayo Lawal quoted the Governor as promising that the education of the Children would be taken care of under the umbrella of the Governor’s foundation. 

He urged members of the 9th Oyo State House of Assembly to also lend support to the family left behind by their colleagues. 

According to Barr Bayo Lawal, death is a call everyone must answer, hence he appealed to people to do good always. 

“Hon Popoola has gone to rest. He has faced the reality of death. He was a good man and a responsible Parliamentarian. We are all going to miss him dearly.” The Deputy Governor said.

It was all glowing tributes as members of the 9th Oyo State House of Assembly took turns to recall one or two moments with the late Hon. Popoola. 

Some of them, who shed tears, described him as a hardworking member and a gentleman who promoted the bond of friendship with everyone in the Assembly including staff and management. 

In his tribute, the Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon Adebo Ogundoyin, said the grief and loss that accompanied the death of Hon. Popoola would forever remain unending because no one ever thought he would end the race suddenly and at such a prime age of 46.

“It is really hard to believe that Popson is no more. The Honorable members, management and staff of Oyo State House of Assembly are yet to come to grips with your death. It is just like you are away on vacation to return to us soon. 

“He was a lawmaker with a difference. Our late colleague embodied courage, excellence and commitment to public service. I personally admired his character and profound loyalty to legislative activities, his constituency and our party, the PDP. As the Chairman, Oyo State House of Assembly Committee on Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, and a member of other Committees, Hon. Popoola was dutiful and responsible. His report was always thorough and timely.

“The 9th Oyo State House of Assembly has no doubt lost one of its finest. Now his seat is empty, not because he took permission to be absent from plenary, nor because he has gone on oversight function but because he has gone to the land beyond and never to return again to the land of the living. Like the Yoruba will say “O di bi eni jo eni, o di bi eeyan jo eniyan” (that we can only see your look-alike, we cannot see Popson, our colleague, friend and brother again). “Oyo Speaker said 

The special plenary session was followed by lying-in-state where members and other guests paid their last respect to the departed lawmaker.

Mosope Kehinde

Politics

Oyo Assembly Approves N2bn Loan to Fund Donor Projects

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The Oyo State House of Assembly Thursday approved the request of the State Government to access additional N2bn loan facility from the Fidelity Bank Plc at a concessional interest rate of 12percent p.a and a repayment period of 12months.

The facility is required to provide and finance counterpart fund for Donor Assisted Projects across the State.

The Speaker, Hon Adebo Ogundoyin had sequel to the approval read a letter from the Executive Council requesting the nod of the State lawmakers to access the additional N2bn loan facility.

Hon Ogundoyin noted that it was imperative and expedient for the Oyo State Government to fulfil its own part of the project agreement so as to ensure speedy completion of the projects.

The letter read in part ” In a bid to further compliment the State Government’s efforts on the provision of critical and iconic infrastructure and very laudable projects across Oyo State , the Executive Council is seeking the approval of the State House of Assembly to access additional N2bn facility to provide counterpart funding to complete donor assisted projects “

” The facility is to be accessed from Fidelity Bank Plc at a concessional interest rate of 12percent per annum with a repayment period of 12months and management fees of 0.25percent one-off. “

The projects included Nigeria Covid-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus, Accelerating Nutrition Results Project in Nigeria, Ibadan Urban Flood Management Project, Better Education Service Delivery For All and the UBEC/SUBEB 2021 Matching Grant.

In their contributions, the Majority Leader , Hon Sanjo Adedoyin said the purpose for which the loan facility was being sought was laudable and commendable adding that it was inline with the vision of Governor Seyi Makinde led administration to ensure all round development of Oyo State.

Hon Hakeem Adedibu (Iwajowa) urged the House to approve the request to ensure the completion of all the projects as highlighted in the letter.

Mosope Kehinde

Politics

Oyo Assembly Calls For Enlightenment On Enacted Laws

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Oyo state house of assembly has called on the executive arm in the state to gazette and publicize all laws passed by the assembly.

The call followed a motion on the urgent need to ensure regular gazetting and publicity of laws by the house brought by a lawmaker representing Ogbomoso North state constituency, Mrs Olawumi Oladeji.

Presenting the motion, Mrs Oladeji expressed disheartening that many of the house laws are alien to members of the public which was due to lack of publicity, hence making compliance difficult.

While commending the media for trying its best at reporting the activities of the assembly, the legislator said more needed to be done to sensitize an ordinary citizen.

Reading the house resolution, speaker, Oyo state house of assembly, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin urged the executive arm to ensure availability of logistics for the gazetting of laws while the ministry of information should bring legislative activities to public space especially at the grassroots.

Mosope Kehinde

 

 

 

 

Politics

Oyo Assembly Passes 2022 Appropriation Bill Of #294.7 Into Law

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The Oyo State House of Assembly has passed the sum of #294.7 as the 2022 Appropriation Bill into law.

This followed the third reading of the Oyo State Appropriation and Finance Bill 2020 at plenary presided over by the Speaker, Mr. Adebo Ogundoyin.

According to the reports presented by the Chairman, House Committee on Public Accounts, Finance and Appropriation, Mr. Akeem Mustapha, the sum of #139.5 (one hundred and thirty-nine point five billon naira was approved for recurrent expenditure while #155.1 (one hundred and fifty-five point one billion naira was approved for capital expenditure.

The state governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde had on 29 September, 2021 presented a budget of N294.5 billion to the State House of Assembly for the 2022 fiscal year, indicating that the budget passed by the House of Assembly was jacked up by over #188 million naira.

Speaker of the House, Mr. Adebo Ogundoyin said the lawmakers made frantic effort at ensuring that the budget review was done in line with the reality of the state revenue base.

Mr Ogundoyin assured members of the public that the state’s legislative arm of government should be held responsible should the budget is not used for what it is supposed, which is for the growth and development of the state.

Mosope Kehinde

Politics

Oyo Assembly Approves Makinde’s Request To Access 18BN FG Loan

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Oyo State House of Assembly has given its nod to Governor Seyi Makinde to access N18.7bn Federal Government Bridge Facility meant to cushion the effect of Covid-19 pandemic in the State.

The request was contained in a letter forwarded to the State legislature by Governor Seyi Makinde and read during Monday’s plenary by the Speaker, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin.

President Muhammadu Buhari approved the bridge facility for all the 36states of the Federation and it will be accessed from the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN

It was meant to give support to States following the resumption of monthly deductions for the repayment of their various loan facilities.

Recall that the federal government had earlier suspended the monthly repayment of the loan facilities by States due to the effects of Covid-19 pandemic.

The N18.7bn which will be disbursed in six tranches (6months instalment) of N3.1bn each is expected to be repaid monthly for 30years (360 months).

The lawmakers in their comments on the request agreed that such loan facility from the federal government was necessary and timely as many States recorded huge loss during the pandemic.

According to Mr Ayo Fatokun, since all the States are to access the loan facility, Oyo State should not be left out.

They however urged the State Government to expend the loan on developmental projects selected across all the senatorial districts in the State.

In his reaction, the Minority Leader, Mr Asimiyu Alarape who also suggested that the loan facility be used to develop key sectors, nonetheless urged the State Government to be wary of the consequences of too many loans.

The Speaker, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin said it was thoughtful of the Government at the center to give financial support to the State Governments considering the scale of projects lined up in the various States.

Mr Ogundoyin assured that the House through its Committee on Public Account and Appropriation will perform its oversight function by monitoring the accessing and the spending of the loan in order to ensure that it is used enhance the infrastructural development of the State

Mosope Kehinde

Politics

Oyo Assembly Confirms Commissioner Nominees

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Oyo state house of assembly has screened and subsequently confirmed the appointments of ten commissioner nominees.

The new commissioners included five returned former commissioners, and five new appointees.

They are Dr Wasiu Olatunbosun, Mr Olasunkanmi Olaleye, Mr Abdulraman Abdulrahim, Mr Adeniyi Adebisi and Mr Seun Fakorede.

Others are Mr Abiodun Oni, Professor Musibau Babatunde, Mr Segun Olayiwola, Dr Bode Oladipo and Alhaji Kafilat Olayiwola.

Their confirmation followed a request by the Oyo State governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde in a letter forwarded to the house.

While answering questions from the lawmakers, former commissioner for information, Dr Wasiu Olatunbosun and his sports counterpart, Mr Seun Fakorede pledged their commitments to sustaining the pace of development in their ministries.

Speaker, Oyo state house of Assembly, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin charged the commissioners to raise the bar of good governance and make remarkable impact through dedication and honesty.

Mosope Kehinde

Politics

Oyo Assembly Receives Nominee List of Commissioner

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Oyo state house of Assembly has received a list of seven commissioner nominee forwarded to it by state Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde. 

Speaker, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin while reading the letter from the executive at the plenary said the nominees should appear before the house this Thursday with their plan of actions and achievements while in office as commissioners. 

Radio Nigeria reports that the seven commissioner designates were in the cabinet of the present administration from inception. 

The nominees are Mr Akinola Ojo, ministry of finance, professor Oyelowo Oyewo, Justice, Chief Bayo Lawal, Local government and chieftancy matters, professor Daud Shangodoyin, ministry of public works. 

Others are Barrister Temilolu Ashamu, ministry of energy, Mrs Fausat Sanni, Women affairs, Alh Ayansiju Lawal, establishment and training.

Mosope Kehinde

Politics

Protest Rocks Oyo Assembly

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Parliamentary activities were on Tuesday paralysed at the Oyo State House of Assembly as the State Chapter of Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria blocked the entrance to the Assembly. 

The development is in protest against continued denial of financial autonomy to legislative arm of the government.

Radio Nigeria correspondent who was at the Assembly complex reports that members of the Association trooped out enmasse and shut the gate to complex.

The protesters dressed in red T shirt were seen carrying placards with various inscription like “we say no to Executive slavery”, “AGF implement order 10, 2020, give us financial Autonomy” “enough is enough” among others. 

Chairman Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria, Mr Yemi Alade said the union embarked on indefinite strike to pursue the implementation of Executive order 10 signed by the president last year.

Mr. Alade said for the nation to witness true democracy there must be financial autonomy for all arms of government.

Mr. Alade said the strike would continue till their requests were granted.

Sunday Ogunyemi

Culture

Oyo Assembly Wants Mama Duro Ladipo Nominated For National Honours

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Oyo State House of Assembly says the Legendary Yoruba Actress, Mama Abiodun Duro Ladipo deserves to be given National recognition and honour to appreciate her immense contributions to the development and promotion of Yoruba Arts and Culture, especially Yoruba plays. 

The House stated this at a Special Plenary session held in honor of the Octogenarian who was the wife of the late Yoruba theatre Icon, Chief Duro-Ladipo. 

The Legislators who showered encomiums on Mama Duro-Ladipo known by her stage name as Oya or Moremi, and her late husband, recalled some of the evergreen Yoruba plays of the couple which they said presented, exposed and projected Yoruba culture and language to the international Community.  

They also rendered some of the sound tracks of the popular plays or some of the songs of Mama Duro-Ladipo in some of the plays at the special session.

The House of Assembly also promised to support Duro-Ladipo Foundation and some of the plays of Mama as a way of celebrating, appreciating and honoring the Actress while she is still alive.

The Speaker Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon Adebo Ogundoyin said the Special plenary session was to honor and acknowledge the epic work of the living theater legend who symbolizes the culture and tradition of Yoruba.

Many Lawmakers who spoke at the Special Sitting including the Chairman House Committee on Culture and Tourism, Hon Isiaka Kazeem Tunde (Oyo East/West), Hon Olatunde Kehinde (Akinyele 2) and Hon Kazeem Olayanju (Irepo/Olohunsogo) said the theatre profession in Nigeria owes a lot to the likes of Late Chief Duro-Ladipo and his wife, Late Chief Hubert Ogunde, AdeLove and so on who hailed from the South West region of Nigeria.

According to them, notable Yoruba works of the Duro-Ladipos like Oba ko so, Oba Waja, and other films like Ajani Ogun, Ija Ominira, Aropin ni teniyan, Ayanmo, Ija Origin among others showcased the Yoruba rich cultural heritage and mythology. 

One of the Guests at the Special sitting, Oloye Lekan Alabi said it was thoughtful and timely of the Oyo State House of Assembly to honor Mama Duro-Ladipo while still living.

The Octogenarian appreciated the Oyo State House of Assembly and stressed that appreciating people who excelled in their chosen career was necessary to encourage others to give their best to their profession.

She said theater was not money spinning and not all comers affairs in the early 60s and 70s , and urged the Oyo State House of Assembly and the State Government to support some of her plays yet to be released.

It would be recalled that Mama Abiodun Duro-Ladipo celebrated her eighty years birthday in December, 2020.

Mosope Kekinde

Politics

Oyo Assembly Passes Recalled 2021 Budget

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The Oyo State House of Assembly has re-considered the just passed 2021 Appropriation and Finance Bills and re-passed a downward amount of 268.8 billion naira. 

The House had on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 passed the bills into law in the tune of #273.7 billion as against #266.6 billion presented by the governor, left with a difference of #7.1 billion.

Speaking with newsmen, Chairman, House Committee on Finance and Appropriation, Mr Mustapha said the development was as a result of flaws that needed correction in the budget.

On allegation that the budget was unrealistic, and suspicion that the 2021 Appropriation had been padded, thereby rejected by the Governor, Mr Mustapha said it was untrue. 

Meanwhile, the Assembly confirmed Justice Eni Esan and six others as Chairman and members of the State Anti-Corruption Board.

The confirmation was sequel to the request by the State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde in a letter forwarded to the House for the approval of the nominees.

While confirming the nominees, the Speaker of the House, Mr. Adebo Ogundoyin, commended Governor Seyi Makinde for the choice of people he appointed as members of the state’s Anti-Corruption Board.

The Speaker implored the newly confirmed members of the board to continue to upholding their integrity, and not allow themselves to be compromised.

The House also approved the three months tenure elongation for the caretaker chairmen and chairpersons of Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas in the state.

Mosope Kehinde

Politics

Oyo Assembly Approves Loan Request, Passes 2021 Budget into Law

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Oyo State House of Assembly has approved the request of Governor Seyi Makinde to access 2 billion naira loan facility from the CBN for the implementation of the Anchor Borrowers Programme.

The request was contained in a letter forwarded to the Legislature by the Governor and read by the Speaker, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin. 

The loan facility, according to the Governor is being sought for the Oyo State Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, and it is part of the plan of the state government to develop the Agricultural sector.

While commenting on the request, the Deputy Speaker, Mr. Muhammad Fadeyi and other lawmakers agreed that the Anchor Borrowers Programme if well implemented would assist in engaging the youth across the state and will ultimately assist in reducing the high level of unemployment in the country.

The Speaker, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin, noted that the Anchor Borrowers Programme was coming at the right time, adding that many youth who are interested in Agriculture do not have the financial wherewithal to go into full practice.

The House thereafter directed its Committees on Agriculture and Natural Resources as well as Public Account, Finance and Appropriation to perform thorough oversight functions in order to ensure full implementation of the Anchor Borrowers Programme so as to achieve the desired results.

Similarly, Oyo State House of Assembly has passed the 2021 budget of N273.7 billion naira into law. 

The passage of the state appropriation bill followed presentation of report by House Committee on Public Account, Finance and Appropriation during during plenary.

It would be recalled that Governor Seyi Makinde had few weeks ago proposed a total budget of N266.6bn for 2021 fiscal year, which is now reviewed upward by the State House of Assembly to the sum of N273.7bn. 

Speaking with journalists shortly after passing of the appropriation bill, Chairman, House Committee on Public Account, Finance and Appropriation Mr Akeem Mustapha expressed optimism that the 2021 budget performance would be better than that of year 2020

Mr Mustapha explained that his committee jerked up the budget to accommodate some other government ministries and agencies to carry them along in the development drive of the state government, expressing hope that the state IGR was rapidly improving.

Earlier, Speaker of the House, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin expressed confidence that the legislative arm would monitor budget implementation to ensure the state got results in the coming year.

Mr Ogundoyin explained that the house did a thorough scrutiny of the budget and ensured that no part of the state wais left behind.

Mosope Kehinde

Mosope Kehinde

Politics

Gov. Makinde Forwards Name of Commissioner Nominee to Oyo Assembly

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The Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde has forwarded the name of Alhaji Lawal Ayansiju as Commissioner Nominee for the state’s Ministry of Public Works, Infrastructure and Transport.

Recall that the appointment of the former Commissioner in the Ministry, Prof Raphael Afonja was terminated by the State Government on August 10, 2020

The governor forwarded the name of the new Commissioner to the State Legislature in a letter sent to the Oyo State House of Assembly.

The governor said the appointment was to fill the vacuum created in the Ministry since the termination of the appointment of Prof. Afonja.

Reading the letter at the floor of the House, Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin said the screening of the Commissioner designate would be done before the House proceeds on recess.

Mr Ogundoyin thereafter directed the Commissioner Nominee to appear before the legislature on the 14th December, 2020 for screening.

PR/Mosope Kehinde

Lifestyle

Mum’s Demise: Oyo Assembly Commiserates with Gov. Makinde

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The Oyo state House of Assembly Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) caucus has condoled the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr Seyi Makinde, over the shocking death of the governor’s mother.

In a statement signed by the party Whip of the PDP caucus, Honourable Akintunde Olajide, the lawmakers described the death as a great and irredeemable loss to the entire state.

According to the statement, Mrs Abigail Makinde who was just a few weeks to celebrating her 81st birthday lived a completely fulfilled life filled with glamour and great legacies that will continue to linger into many generations to come.

The PDP lawmakers described the governor’s mother as a true mother who flowed like a river through which governor Makinde enjoyed uninterrupted guidance to greatness.

Olalere

Politics

Oyo Assembly Debunks Rumour about Constituency Allowance Approval

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The Oyo State House of Assembly has debunked the report of constituency allowance approval published by an Ibadan based blogger, describing it as false and street rumour.

A statement jointly signed by the Chairman House Committee on Media and Publicity, Mr Kazeem Olayanju and Financial Appropriation Committee, Mr. Adebayo Babajide, laments the embarrassing intention of the online news medium to misinform and mislead the public.

The online report had qouted an anonymous source at the governor’s office that Governor Seyi Makinde had given a matching order by giving approval for the release of the constituency allowance.

The statement states that the economic reality in the state and nation required a lot of sacrifice and cooperation in governance for the benefit and development of Oyo State and its people.

It explains that the 9th Assembly in the state found the report embarrassing to the integrity of the Assembly and the entire state.

It however gives the online news medium 24hour ultimatum to apologise or face litigation from the legislative arm

PR/Mosope Kehinde

Politics

Oyo Assembly Confirms Aderemi as President of Customary Court

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Members of the Oyo State House of Assembly has confirmed the nomination of Justice Aderonke Aderemi as the President, Customary Court of Appeal, Oyo State. 

The House also confirmed the appointment of Alhaji Kamorudeen Aderibigbe as the Chairman, Oyo State Civil Service Commission.

The confirmation of Justice Aderemi followed a letter of nomination by the state governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde and screening exercise conducted by the lawmakers during its plenary. 

The Speaker of the House, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin charged them to discharge their duties passionately and bring the desired change in their respective assignments.

In an interview, Justice Aderonke Aderemi promised to introduce policy that would extend the jurisdiction of the Customary Court with a view to assisting the High Court in dispensation of justice considering their volume of work. 

Mosope Kehinde

Politics

Oyo Assembly Approves State Govt. Loan Request

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The Oyo State House of Assembly has approved the request of Governor Seyi Makinde to access N20 billion contractor financing loan facility from the First Bank of Nigeria Plc.

The House also okayed the request of the governor to access another N2.5bn Central Bank of Nigeria credit support intervention fund for the health sector in the state.

The approval followed two separate letters, forwarded to the Assembly by the governor and read at the plenary by the Speaker, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin

According to the request, if accessed, the twenty billion naira money would be used to fund and support priority projects to boost economic activities in the state.

On the N2.5bn CBN credit support intervention fund, the governor said the money would be used to revamp the health care facilities, manage the Covid-19 pandemic and to promote other health initiatives of his administration.

The Speaker said the House approved the requests of the Governor in view of the importance the present administration attached to infrastructural development especially the construction and rehabilitation of roads and other social amenities as well as the need to upgrade health facilities to combat Coronavirus and other health challenges. 

The Deputy Speaker, Hon Muhammad Fadeyi while reacting to the requests commended the Oyo State Government for managing the affairs of the state in spite of the myriads of the economic, social, security and health challenges confronting the nation, adding that the loan would help the government in achieving its set goals.

The Majority Leader, Mr Sanjo Adedoyin and the Minority Leader, Mr Asimiyu Alarape, who moved and seconded the motions respectively explained that the requests could not have come at a more appropriate time than now to enable the state government to finance some infrastructural development projects as well as address Covid-19 pandemic.

Mosope Kehinde