Security

Security Architecture will be strengthened -Makinde

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By Iyabo Adebisi

Oyo State governor, Engineer ‘Seyi Makinde says his administration will continue to strengthen the security architecture of the state in order to secure the lives and properties of residents.

The governor, who was represented by the Deputy Governor, Chief Bayo Lawal, stated this at the commissioning of the Moniya Area Command Headquarters of the Nigeria Police Force, which was reconstructed by Akinyele Local Government.

The governor also commissioned two motorised boreholes situated at the Rehabilitation Centre for the Physically Challenged in Isabiyi Ward 6 and Akuro Community, Olorisaoko, Ward 11.

Governor Makinde maintained that the construction of the new Area Command of the Nigeria Police in Moniya was part of the commitment of the government to securing lives and properties in the state.

He highlighted that Moniya and, indeed, Akinyele Local Government, is rapidly becoming a centre of attraction with massive urban expansion due to several vast infrastructure development projects of the state government, including the ongoing Circular Road, the Ilutuntun Business District and the Dry Port, among others.

The Governor stated that these projects have and would continue to attract more people to the council and that the government must expand its capacity to secure the people, a development he noted was demonstrated by the construction of the police area Command headquarters in Moniya.

While stating the strategic importance of the project, the governor added that the infrastructure development has projected Akinyele Local Government economically, noting that it requires robust security to ensure both public safety and a stable environment for investment.

In a remark,the Commissioner of Police, Oyo State Command, CP Femi Haruna, who was represented by the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Isiaka Salahudeen, urged the residents of the state to cooperate with the government by providing useful information to security agencies to tackle insecurity and other social vices in their communities.

He assured the residents of the police’s readiness to work with other security agencies to support the government to progress and achieve good results.

Earlier , the Chairman, Akinyele Local Government, Akinwole Akinleye, said the area Command of the Nigeria Police Force in Moniya was meant to reposition the command to secure borders and safeguard the people of the state.

He added that the newly built area command has facilities that would enable police to effectively perform the task of tackling security issues associated with urbanisation.

Infrastructure

Makinde Blames Politics for Ibadan Circular Road Protests

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By Iyabo Adebisi

Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, says he will only engage genuine property owners affected by the Ibadan Circular Road project, insisting that the ongoing protests are politically motivated.

Governor Makinde made the remark during the commissioning of the Ibadan Central Bus Terminal at Iwo Road, describing as unfortunate the attempts by some individuals to politicize a project meant to deliver long-term economic and infrastructural benefits to the state.

He noted that despite the criticism and “unflattering names” directed at him on social media, leadership means taking blame today to secure the future.

The governor reaffirmed that the 113-kilometre Circular Road remains a cornerstone of his administration’s vision to ease traffic, boost investment, and open new economic corridors across Oyo State.

Former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, who attended the event, commended Governor Makinde for his developmental efforts, especially in infrastructure, and urged stakeholders to ensure proper maintenance of the new bus terminal.

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Transportation

Oyo State to Harness Aviation for Economic Growth

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By Iyabo Adebisi

Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, has pledged his administration’s renewed commitment to harnessing the state’s aviation potential for economic and socio-economic development.

The governor made the declaration while hosting members of the Women in Aviation International (WAI), Nigeria Chapter, who were in Ibadan for their annual conference, themed “Connect, Engage, Inspire.”

The event was held at the Western Hall, Parliament Building, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan.

A cross-section of attendees at the Women In Aviation International, Nigeria Chapter event in Ibadan

Governor Makinde, who was represented by the Deputy Governor, Chief Adebayo Lawal, cited several women who have played significant roles in the aviation sector.

He urged the association to remain committed to their responsibilities, emphasizing that the aviation industry is an international field where women are equally capable.

The governor also affirmed that his administration remains dedicated to the ongoing upgrade of the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport (SLA) to international standards, expressing confidence that the project will transform the state’s economy.

In her address, the Founder of Women in Aviation, Nigeria Chapter, Dr. Rejoice Ndudinachi, stated that beyond the conference’s focus, the association plans to engage schools in Ibadan for mentorship and scholarship programs within the aviation industry.

The Vice Chairperson of the association, Miss Seyifunmi Peace, encouraged parents to allow their children to explore and take advantage of career prospects in the aviation sector.

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Transportation

Plans are in the works to light up Lagos-Ibadan Expressway – Makinde

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By Iyabo Adebisi

Oyo State governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde says his administration in partnership with Lagos and Ogun State are to light up one of the busiest roads in Nigeria, the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.

He made this known while receiving the Minister for Works, Senator David Umahi, on a courtesy visit in his office, in Ibadan.

From left, Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde; Minister, Federal Ministry of Works, Senator Dave Nweze Umahi and Director, Federal Ministry of Works, Southwest, Engr. Adedamola Kuti, during a courtesy visit to Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Ibadan. PHOTO: Oyo Gov’s Media Unit
From left, Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde; Minister, Federal Ministry of Works, Senator Dave Nweze Umahi; Oyo State Commissioner for Works and Transport, Prof Daud Shangodoyin and Director, Federal Ministry of Works, Southwest, Engr. Adedamola Kuti, during a courtesy visit to Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Ibadan. PHOTO: Oyo Gov’s Media Unit.

Governor Makinde noted that the present administration in Oyo State had fixed some federal roads that have viable economic importance to the state, adding that Ibadan-Iseyin Road has been useful for Agribusiness hubs across the zones of the state.

While appreciating the Federal Ministry of Works for the construction and rehabilitation of some major roads in the state, Governor Makinde also disclosed that the state is considering the dualization of the Ibadan-Abeokuta road from the Iyaganku end to Oyo/Ogun State border, while Oyo-Iseyin Road would be commissioned soonest.

Reacting, the Minister of Works, Senator Umahi, said he was in the state to monitor and assess some federal road projects, saying that his assessment report would later be delivered to the federal government.

The Minister for Works, however, sought more cooperation from the state government in achieving success on federal government projects within its domain.

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Economy

FG Inaugurates First International Gemstone Market in Ibadan

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By Iyabo Adebisi

Federal Government has inaugurated the first international gemstone market in Nigeria, in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

The International Gemstone Market under the economic sustainability plan of the federal government is situated at Ojoo in the Akinyele Local Government Area of the state.

Speaking at the event, the Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Mr Olamilekan Adegbite said the project was in line with the President Muhammadu Buhari’s resolve to anchor his economic diversification agenda on two key sectors of Mining and Agriculture.

According to him, the ministry designed six strategic artisanal and small-scale mining, ASM, Cluster Projects in the six geopolitical zones.

He said the choice of Ibadan as a location for the International Gemstone Market is predicated on the rich deposits of gemstones in the zone.

Mr Adegbite noted that the International Gemstone Market in Ibadan for the Southwest Zone would create employment and wealth for the country. 

On the sustainability of the place, Architect Adegbite stated that the market would be sustained beyond this administration as it would be run by the ministry.

The minister commended the Oyo State government for the donation of the land on which the market was sited.

He said: “These landmark projects are to create an enabling environment to support the Mining Industry through the formalization of the ASM Sub-sector as a major driver of the key growth parameters to engender the development of the Mining Sector since over 90% of the Mining activities in the country could safely be said to be ASM driven.” 

“Over the years, a thriving informal gemstone market has evolved in Ibadan. The informal nature of the market gave credence to poorly regulated trading of mostly unprocessed gemstones, leading to capital flights and job losses. It is in a bid to leverage on this long-standing trading experience that the decision to establish the Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM) Cluster International Gemstone Market in Ibadan for the Southwest Zone was mooted”.

“This event has again provided an opportunity to highlight the efforts of the administration of His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari to open some of the potentials available in the Mining Sector to serve as an alternative revenue source”. 

“The concept of the International Gemstone Market was a crafted policy to spur job creation and capacity development of gemstones mining operators in Oyo State and environs, through the Economic Growth and Sustainability Plan of the Federal Government”. 

“This project houses several Federal Government initiatives geared towards curbing smuggling of gemstones and other minerals as well as the development of the capacities of our teaming youths to actively participate in downstream gemstone and gold value chain”. 

“It will interest you to note that this project is designed based on the cluster concept which has become a global trend in industrial development to promote shared amenities, agglomeration of similar producers, customers etc. based on geographical proximity and mineral endowment of rare metals and gemstone pegmatites (whose belt trend from Wamba, near Jos, in North Central Nigeria to Ago-Iwoye area in the southwest, Oyo State) or access to complementary expertise to promote efficiency and increase specialization and production.”

“Some of the notable envisaged outcomes from the International Gemstone Market include but are not limited to the following: 

Creation of over 20,000 jobs along the gemstone mining value chain in South-Western Zone cluster; Improved revenue generation from ASM subsector for both operators and government.” 

Inaugurating the project, Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde who was represented by the Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr Seun Ashamu lauded the federal government for the initiative.

Governor Makinde said his administration has designated solid minerals as a sector to grow the economy between 2023-2027 under the Omitutun 2.0 manifesto of sustainability.

The governor called on residents of the state and stakeholders in the gemstones market in the state to follow laid down rules.

In a message, the acting president of the Miners Association of Nigeria, Musa Mohammed who spoke through the Secretary, Dele Ayanleke commended different federal government’s efforts in the mining sector, appealing for facilitation of equipment leasing for members at various operation clusters.

Earlier, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Mines and Steel Development, Dr Oluwatoyin Akinlade, had intimated that the project was part of the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic to boost the value-chain of the Minerals and Metals Sector and to cushion the effects of the pandemic on our artisanal and small miners in the country.

The highlight of the ceremony was the presentation of Mining equipment to mining cooperatives by the minister, Mr Olamilekan Adegbite.

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Politics

Makinde, Ortom flag off Projects in Oyo

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Benue state Governor, Samuel Ortom wants Nigerians to continue to pray and support the country’s leadership in the face of challenging task of governance across the country.

He gave the charge at the flag off ceremony for the construction of Senator Rashidi Ladoja GRA and naming of the circular road project after Senator Ladoja held at Km 8 /10, Lagos Ibadan expressway.

Governor Ortom maintained that citizens have the right to engage their leaders regularly for meaningful development. 

In his keynote address before the flag off, Benue state Governor, Samuel Ortom acknowledged Senator Rashidi Ladoja’s role in the nation’s polity, adding that it was too late for him to compromise his stance on building the nation.

He also lauded Governor Seyi Makinde for demonstrating knowledge and capacity to truly govern especially with the challenges of paucity of funds, noting that the projects were in line with economic realities for a better Oyo state. 

Delivering his address, Governor Makinde said his administration had considered proven economic realities of the projects before adopting them, assuring residents of the state of more developmental projects. 

Responding, the former Governor, Senator Rashidi Ladoja expressed gratitude for the honour and urged people in position of authority not to see themselves as emperor and rather consult their constituency before making decisions.

Highlight of the programme was the cutting of 78th birthday of Senator Rasidi Ladoja.

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Mahood Lekan Balogun, other high chiefs in Ibadanland, traditional rulers, religious leaders, top government functionaries graced the ceremony.


From left, Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Mohood Balogun; Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde; his Benue State counterpart, Samuel Ortom and Former Governor of Oyo State, Senator Rashidi Ladoja during the flag off of Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja GRA and naming of Ladoja circular road project along Lagos-Ibadan expressway, Ibadan.  PHOTO: Oyo Gov’s Media Unit.PHOTO: Oyo Gov’s Media Unit.

It would be recalled that the Ibadan Circular Road Project that was conceptualized by Ladoja administration.

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Religion

Ramadan: Pray for an end to insurgency – Makinde

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has felicitated Muslims in the state and across the country for witnessing the commencement of yet another Ramadan fast.

The governor, in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary, Mr Taiwo Adisa, urged the Islamic faithful to pray relentlessly during the fasting period.

He specifically asked Muslims to beseech the Almighty Allah to show mercy on Nigerians at this time.

He said Muslims must embrace the piety demanded of them during Ramadan and ask Allah to put an end to the insurgency which has been ravaging the country.

Governor Makinde enjoined Muslims in the state to use the month-long fasting period to pray for peace in the state and the country.

According to him, sacrifice and increased prayers are important and critical at this time, when the country is fighting insurgency and banditry.

Governor Makinde also admonished Muslims to tune their minds to the messages of love, brotherliness, and peaceful co-existence inherent in the messages of the Holy Prophet, while also being their brothers’ keepers.

“I am happy to see that Muslims in the state and across Nigeria are able to join their counterparts across the world to observe this year’s Ramadan fast.” 

“It is a thing of joy to note that our Muslim brothers would be able to gather for Tafsir, Iftar, and Tarawih prayers, unlike the recent past when they were prevented by certain restrictions as a result of global health concerns.”

“I enjoin you to use the opportunity of this month of blessings to seek Allah’s forgiveness to make insurgency  a thing of the past in our country.”

The statement further reads: “As our Muslim brothers and sisters are expected to adhere strictly to abstinence from food and other things during the month of Ramadan, I wish to enjoin them to extend their hands of fellowship to other Muslims and non-Muslims alike.”

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Culture

Makinde Visits New Olubadan, Holds Closed Meeting

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has paid a visit to the new Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun.

The governor on arrival at the Alarere residence of the new Olubadan had a short closed-door meeting with him. 

Our correspondent reports that the governor was welcomed with praise singing by Olubadan traditional singers and drummers.

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Politics

Alao-Akala contributed immensely to Oyo State’s development – Gov. Makinde

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has eulogised the former governor of the state, late Otunba Adebayo Alao-Akala for his contributions to the development of the state.

Governor Makinde spoke through his deputy, Engineer Rauf Olaniyan at the House of Chiefs, Parliament Building, Agodi Secretariat, Ibadan during the Lying-In-State in honour of the deceased.

He lauded the contributions of late Alao-Akala to the development of the state and the political arena.

Governor Makinde also stated that the state government would continue to support the family he left behind especially at this trying period.

In a personal remark, the Deputy Governor, Engineer Olaniyan while describing late Alao-Akala as a person with a large heart said he ruled the state with absolute fear of God and served the state meritoriously to the best of his capacity. 

“One of the unique attributes of him is that he kept with every agreement, his great attributes indeed, he never shifted goal post when the game has started,” he stated.

Also, the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin described the late Alao-Akala as a thoroughbred politician, a team leader, a community man, and a grassroots mobilizer in all ramifications.

He said” Our late governor was no doubt a great leader. His benevolence, love for the people coupled with his all-inclusive and encompassing political ideology gave him large followership and undoubtedly made him one of the most accessible, approachable and celebrated political leaders in Oyo State”.

“Late Otunba Adebayo Alao-Akala unequivocally etched his name in gold and made indelible marks as the Governor of Oyo State between 2007 and 2011, he was the people’s Governor and Oyato Governor,” He said.

Top government functionaries in Oyo State, friends, families and political associates across party lines attended the lying-in-state organized by the government of Oyo state.

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Politics

Governor Makinde Woos Oyo State ADC Members

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has made overtures to the leadership and members of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, to join the ruling party in the state, the Peoples’ Democratic Party, PDP.

He made this known when the leadership of the party led members of the party to a Thank You rally to the governor for honouring the coalition agreement at the Governor’s Office, Agodi, Ibadan.

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde; ADC Leader in Oyo State, Senator Mosurat Sunmonu acknowledge the ADC party members during their appreciation and solidarity visit to Makinde at Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Ibadan.

Governor Makinde who spoke in Yoruba noted that he reached an agreement with ADC as one of the coalition partners in the build-up to the 2019 gubernatorial election.

He added that his administration is running a government of the people.

Earlier, the leader of ADC in Oyo State, Senator Monsurat Sumonu noted that the party decided to organize the rally as a mark of gratitude to the governor whom she said had fulfilled the agreement her party had with PDP in 2019.

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Politics

We need to always remember our fallen heroes – Gov. Makinde

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Oyo State governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde says his government will continue to collaborate with the security agencies in the state to ensure a safe and secured environment.

He stated this while laying the wreath to mark this year’s Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebrations held at the Government House Arcade, Agodi, Ibadan.

He said Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration was significant to truly remember sacrifices for gallant heroes and men who paid the supreme price for a better Nigeria.

Also speaking, the chairman, Nigeria Legion, Oyo State chapter, Evangelist Julius Ogunkojo commended the state government for its contribution to support the legion.

Evangelist Ogunkojo while admonishing his members to prioritize their health, promised to spread the donation gathered during this year’s celebration of the armed forces remembrance across the 33 local governments in the state.

Other personalities that also performed the wreath-laying include, the General Officer Commanding 2 Division, Chairman, Nigerian Legion, Oyo State chapter, Commander, 2 Division Garrison, Nigerian Army, and the Commander, 671 Nigeria Airforce Detachment, Ibadan.

Others are the Oyo State Commissioner Of Police, Ngozi Onadeko, Speaker Oyo State House Of Assembly, OYHA, Rt. Hon. Debo Ogundoyin, Chief Judge of the State, Hon. Justice Munta Abimbola, and representative of widows of fallen heroes.  

The occasion witnessed special prayers for the departed heroes, observance of two minutes silence, firing of rounds volleys and release of ceremonial pigeons by the state governor, ‘Seyi Makinde.

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Politics

Governor Makinde Confirms Otunba Alao-Akala’s Death

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has confirmed the death of a former governor of the state, Otunba Alao Akala who reportedly died in the early hours of Wednesday 12/1/2022.

The governor who could not deliver his speech at an inter-faith service organized by the state civil service to usher in the New Year declared a one minute silence in respect of the late governor. 

The governor abruptly ended the interfaith programme as civil servants left the event in a sober mood.

Also confirming the development, the Media Assistant to the former governor, Mr Tolu Mustapha however denied that the former governor died as a result of ill-health.

The former governor who was in office between 2007 and 2011 passed on at the age of 71 years.

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Politics

Don’t deny government your land – Governor Makinde

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde wants indigenes of the state to stop protesting the takeover of land for developmental purposes saying the government will always pay compensation for any land acquired.

The governor, while speaking at the 1st year remembrance of Late Chief Theophilus Akinyele, held at the St Paul’s Anglican Church, Ajia, Ibadan, said the indigenes needed to emulate Pa Akinyele, whom he said donated his own land for use of the state.

He told the congregation that he was ready to do everything within his power to develop Ajia Village into a city in line with the dream of Pa Akinyele.

A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, quotes the governor as declaring that he would name the Information Communication Technology Institution to be cited in Ajia after Pa Theophilus Akinyele. 

He also revealed that the state has received a commitment from the Nigerian Air Force to set up a base in Ajia, noting that it would fast track the development of the village.

The statement appealed to those who have been protesting government acquisition of lands for the public good to stop so as not to be a clog to the wheel of progress.

He said: “I want to say that Ajia will be the host of an Information Communication Technology Institute, and it will be named Chief Theophilus Akinyele ICT Institute, Ajia to honour the memory of Baba”.

“Very soon, in another three to four months, you will be able to go to the Airport from here. So, indeed, Ajia is on the rise.

Earlier, while delivering a sermon at the church service, the Diocesan Bishop of Ibadan North and Archbishop Ibadan Province, Most Reverend Segun Okubadejo, admonished the congregation to always live their lives with the fear of God.

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Education

Stakeholders, need to support university education – Prof. Akinwale

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There is the urgent need for an effective legislative framework on the funding of education in Nigeria to enable every citizen have access to quality education.

Vice Chancellor, Dominican University, Ibadan, Professor Anthony Akinwale stated this while delivering a lecture titled “University and Nigeria: A Critical Survey” at the 106th National Executive Council, NEC, meeting of the University of Nigeria Alumni Association, held in Ibadan.

Professor Akinwale, who lamented that the current standard of education in Nigeria was nothing to write home about, stressed that education must be adequately funded by the government, Alumni associations and other relevant stakeholders.

The don also called on universities’ managements to ensure they run in a truly democratic system which he said would translate into the type of democracy needed for meaningful development in the country.

Chairman on the occasion, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, who was represented by the Alara Oodaye of Araland, Ile-Ife, Oba Adebisi Layade, said university alumni associations had critical roles to play in taking the country to an enviable height.

Earlier, National President, University of Nigeria Alumni Association, Mr. Ben Okoronkwo said the theme of the NEC meeting was borne out of the need for stakeholders to pay more attention to university education in Nigeria.

The NEC meeting, which featured presentation of awards to distinguished individuals including Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, Deputy Governor of the state, Engineer Rauf Olaniyan, wife of Ondo State Governor, Mrs. Betty Akeredolu, also witnessed the presentation of an award of excellent performance to Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN.

The event was also graced by the immediate former Governor of Oyo State, Chief Moses Adeyemo and the Acting Zonal Director, Radio Nigeria, Ibadan National Station, Pastor Bolanle Owoyemi Oluwakayode Banjo

News

We are committed to youth development through sports – Gov. Makinde

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde says despite criticism in some quarters, his effort of infrastructural development in the sport sector would engender significant investment in the youth population of the state.

He stated this shortly after an inspection tour of the Lekan Salami Sport Complex, Adamasingba Ibadan.

The governor disclosed that the sport complex would be commissioned in September.

Governor Makinde while expressing satisfaction with the level of work done on the project, said the project would be a legacy project, as it would engage youths productively and boost the internally generated revenue, IGR, of the state.

The governor noted that the project would bring back lost glories of Oyo state in sporting activities and facilitate victories for the state football club in the national league with pitches and other facilities within the sport complex as well as the soccer stadium.  

Governor Makinde emphasized that his motivation to embark on most ongoing projects particularly road projects despite paucity of fund, was to raise the bar of governance and ensure citizens of the state enjoy dividends of democracy. 

The governor had earlier paid an inspection tour to Bashorun-Akobo flyover bridge project and Ajia Amuloko road project to ascertain the progress of work.

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Crime News Politics

Governor Makinde Condemns Violence In Iwo Road,Ibadan

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Governor of Oyo State, Engineer Seyi Makinde has condemned a violence,  which erupted in Iwo Road axis of Ibadan, the state capital.
The governor who toured the affected area said that the government would  bring perpetrators of the act to book.
Governor Makinde described the occurence as unfortunate, adding that his government has ordered investigations into the violent act.
A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, quotes the governor as saying that the government will sanitise Iwo Road and equally review the Park Management System.
He said: “I visited the scene of the Iwo Road incident this morning. The loss of lives during the incident that occurred is unfortunate and should never have happened. 
“I give you my word that we will ensure that everyone involved in the dastardly act is brought to book.
“I have ordered investigations. In the meantime, we will sanitise the area behind Iwo Road where cultists congregate, and review the Park Management System.
“We have also informed the phone sellers to choose representatives who will discuss how we can assist them.”Some of the phone sellers in the area were alleged to have been victims of the crisis.

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Environment

Oyo Govt. Tackles Open Defecation, Launches Clean And Green Club

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In the bid to pass on the culture of preserving the environment to the next generation, Oyo State Government has launched the Clean and Green Club in public secondary schools across the state.

Flagging off the launch of 50 Mobile toilets and the Clean and Green Club with selected schools, at the Ministry of Environment, Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde who said the initiative would be extended to more schools in the state charged the students to make a difference in their environments.

Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, SSG, Mrs Olubamiwo Adeosun, Governor Makinde said the state had taken steps to improve her rank on the list of states with low tolerance for open defecation with the launch of the Public Mobile Toilets.

Commissioner for Environment, Mr Idowu Oyeleke said the Mobile Toilets would be deployed to Markets, Motor Parks and other remote areas in the state to curb open defecation.

He said the initiative was achieved through Public Private Partnership and would be monitored by the Ministry.

Mr Oyeleke noted that 500,000 trees would be planted between now and 2023, therefore the students would be trained to plant trees in their schools and environment.

Earlier the Commissioner and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry had led other health officers to Oje market to sensitize the people and plant trees.

The event attracted stakeholders from the Ministry of Agriculture, Education, Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria, FRIN and students drawn from schools across the state. Blessing Okareh

News

Oyo Govt. Set To Tackle Open Defecation With Distribution Of Mobile Toilets

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Oyo State government is set to unveil not less than fifty mobile toilets to be placed at strategic locations in the state with the aim of eradicating open defecation.

The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Dr. Abdulateef Oyeleke stated this while addressing newsmen in Ibadan.

Dr Oyeleke said the mobile toilets would be situated at locations for the conveniences of pedestrians, passengers and travellers in an attempt to ensuring that the environment is not polluted.

He added that the step would not only stop the spread of diseases such as Cholera, Typhoid and Diarrhoea, but also check other ravaging diseases that are threats to human existence.

The Commissioner enjoined the people of the state to support the policy of clean and green initiative of the present administration, as the Environmental Health Officers and Task Force Team would soon be directed to arrest and prosecute anyone caught defecating in the open.

In the same vein, not less than ten tricycles were received by the Ministry of Environment for evacuation of recycle waste within local government areas in the State.

In a remark, the Managing Director of the company, Mottainai, Mr. Ade Adewuyi stated that the concept of this initiative is to start paying for recyclable waste materials, while also engaging youths in the state in the process termed circular economy.

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Security

We are committed to ensuring a secured environment – Makinde

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Oyo State governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has restated the determination of his administration to nip crimes and criminality in the bud. 

Governor Makinde gave the assurance during a security meeting at the House of Chiefs, Secretariat, Ibadan. 

From left, Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi; Chief of Staff to Oyo State Governor, Chief Bisi Ilaka; deputy governor, Rauf Olaniyan; Governor Seyi Makinde and Speaker Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon Debo Ogundoyin during a security meeting with the traditional rulers and security agencies in the State, held at House of Chiefs, Secretariat, Ibadan. PHOTO: Oyo State Government.

The governor said security was one of the cardinal points of his administration, stressing that security also formed the content of his four year-accelerated roadmap to development.

From right, Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde; Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi and Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji during a security meeting with traditional rulers and security agencies in the State, held at House of chiefs, Secretariat, Ibadan. PHOTO: Oyo State Government.

In his submission through the Otun-Olubadan of Ibadan-Land, Senator Lekan Balogun, the Olubadan of Ibadan-land, Oba Saliu Adetunji, Aje Ogunguniso the first, called for collaborative efforts of traditional rulers, government officials and uniformed men to tackle crime.

Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mrs Ngozi Onadeko, made a case for intelligence gathering and cooperation from members of the public to achieve a secured environment in the state. 

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Politics

We will complete Circular Road before 2023 – Makinde

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde says his administration will complete the 32-kilometre stretch, First Phase of Ibadan Circular Road, before the end of his tenure on May 28, 2023.

The governor who stated this during a tour of the project said his administration had to sack the contractor inherited from the previous administration due to unsatisfactory slow pace of work.

According to him, the contractor would be unable to deliver the road in another 20 years if allowed to continue at the slow pace. 

A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, stated that the governor, however, promised to pay the sacked contractor for evaluated work done.

As at the time of the governor made the on-the-spot assessment, only two kilometres of the 32-kilometre road had been tarred at the level of wearing cost by ENL Consortium Construction Company.

He added that his administration would make sure that the road is completed and delivered within his tenure, adding that the road would be concessioned with government involvement in it.

While speaking on the Old Ife/Airport/Sawmill Road, the governor said the contractor has just revised his schedule and that the job will be completed in October 2021.

He declared that his government will continually inspect and push contractors hard on infrastructure projects.

Iyabo Adebisi

Politics

Oyo Government Seeks Tenure Extension For Caretaker Chairmen

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Oyo State House of Assembly, OYHA, has received the request of the state governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde for an extension of tenure of the sixty-eight Local Government and Local Council Development Areas Caretaker Chairmen and their members.

The request was contained in a letter forwarded to the Oyo State House of Assembly by the governor.

The tenure of the Caretaker Chairmen whose appointments were approved on the 19th of December, 2020 will expire on the 19th of December, 2020.

Speaker of the Assembly, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin who read the letter at the plenary said the House will work in line with the report generated by its Committee on Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters.

Mr Ogundoyin assured that the request will be attended to by the House during its plenary on Friday.

Meanwhile, the governor also forwarded names of nominees for the board of the Oyo State Anti-Corruption Agency to the assembly. 

They are retired Justice Eni Esan, Mr Oyebade Oyedepo, CSP Erindero Lawrence and representatives of Nigerian Police, ICAN and DSS.

The nominees are to appear before the house on Friday this week for screening.

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Health

We will renovate PHCs across all 351 wards – Makinde

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Oyo State governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde says his government is determined to renovate at least one primary healthcare centre in all the 351 wards in the state.

He stated this at the appreciation gathering request by some beneficiaries of Year 2020 Omituntun Free Health Programme and handing over of certificates to the participants core health workers across the 33 local government areas and 35 Local council development areas of the state held at Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan.

Governor Makinde who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Mrs Olubamiwo Adeosun noted that in order to reposition the primary healthcare to its rightful position, the present administration is considering to enroll the poor and the vulnerable into Oyo State Health Insurance Scheme. 

The governor described Omituntun Free Health Mission as one of the ideology of the present government to deliver quality healthcare to the doorsteps of all the rural dwellers, the vulnerable and the poor.

In a remark, the Commissioner for Health in Oyo state, Dr Bashir Bello extended gratitude to all participants in Omituntun Free health mission programme.

In separate remarks, the beneficiaries of Omituntun Free Health Mission thanked Oyo State government for the kind gesture to the people of the state.

Over a hundred thousand residents of the state have benefited from the scheme in 1,980 different categories of surgeries.

Iyabo Adebisi

Lifestyle

Mama Oyediran lived an eventful and fulfilled life – Gov Makinde

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has paid a condolence visit to the former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor A.B. Oyediran, over the demise of his wife, Reverend Mrs Tola Oyediran.

Governor Makinde who was at the Iyaganku home of the Oyedirans, consoled them over the death of Mama Oyediran, the first daughter of Chief Obafemi Awolowo.

She was, until her death, the chairman of the African Newspapers of Nigeria PLC, publishers of the Tribune titles.

A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, quoted the governor as saying that Mrs Oyediran lived an eventful and fulfilled life, praying to God to uphold the family.

“To my friend, Olumide (son of the deceased), we are almost in the same shoe right now. I lost my Mummy 24 hours to Mama’s passing as well. So, we are comforting one another.”

“Well, Mama lived an eventful life and we pray that Almighty God will uphold the family.

“We just celebrated a fulfilled life.”

In a condolence message signed by the governor, he said, “Mama, continue to sleep at the bosom of our Lord and Saviour. We bless the Lord for a life well-spent. Till we meet at the feet of our Lord and Saviour, rest on Mama.”

Iyabo Adebisi

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Environment

Oyo State Governor Expresses Satisfaction Over Ongoing Ajia Road Construction

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has expressed satisfaction at the pace of work on the ongoing construction of Airport/Ajia Road.

Governor Makinde stated this when he paid on the spot assessment visit to the ongoing Airport/Ajia Road in Ibadan and said he was satisfied with the quality of the work being done by the contractor.

Engineer Makinde, however, maintained that his government would not relent in bringing meaningful development to the state.

The #8.5Billion construction project of the 21km Airport Ajia-New Ife Express road with a spur to Amuloko, kick-started in August 2020 and it’s expected to be completed within 18 months.

Iyabo Adebisi

Security

Makinde Inaugurates Crime Detection Platform

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has inaugurated the State City Watch Project and the Crime Alert Platform to complement efforts in tackling insecurity in the  the state.

The governor inaugurated the project at the headquarters of the Oyo State Security Trust Fund, Onireke, Ibadan. 

Speaking at the event, Governor Makinde noted that the commissioning of the Security Situation Monitoring Room is for Real-Time monitoring of Flashpoints, violent prone areas in the state and ensure security of lives and property of the good people of Oyo state.

Governor Makinde while describing the project as sustainable said it would usher in a safer Oyo State pledging that his administration would continue to give adequate priority to the welfare of security agents in the state.

Earlier, Special Adviser to Governor on Security Fatai Owoseni who explained the upgraded CCTV gadgets at the centre would cover most strategic areas in Ibadan metropolis adding that the Oyo State Crime Alert App would be free to enhance prompt response of security operatives for emergency rescue missions.

Several state top government functionaries attended the event.

Iyabo Adebisi