Politics

Our nation is still in dire need of good governance at 60 – Oyo Speaker

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Lack of good governance has been described as the bane of socio-economic development of Nigeria, as the country marks her sixty years of independence.

Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, OYHA, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin made this known in his Diamond Jubilee Independence message to Nigerians.

The speaker said at sixty, the three tiers of government, the Federal, State and Local Governments are in need of quality and selfless leaders who will practice, promote and champion good governance for all round development.

Mr Ogundoyin expressed disappointment over the attitude of the nation’s leaders which he noted has crippled the growth of Nigeria, saying that the nation desires selfless leaders and not greedy eaters.

“It is disheartening that the nation seems to lack policy direction six decades after gaining independence from the British Colonialists. We need selfless leaders who will build this country and restore her to the path of greatness and ideal governance which was the dream of the nationalists who fought for independence” Ogundoyin said.

He stated that God has been very good to Nigeria as He has blessed her with abundant human and material resources, adding that Nigerians especially the leaders at all levels must however make good and judicious use of the nation’s wealth for the betterment of the citizenry.

The Oyo speaker stated that the period of the sixtieth Independence Anniversary must be used to pray for the country, review and assess the nation’s journey since independence with a view to righting the wrongs. 

“It is our National Day and the journey has been on for the past 60years. October first was the day a free nation was born. The day we all agreed irrespective of ethno-religious differences to come together to build a strong nation. We still have a long way to go though. I believe no nation is perfect or has got it all. We need to put in our best and our best this time isn’t good at all. My advice is for us to continue to pray for our dear nation to get it right especially in terms of leadership. I congratulate Nigerians, Governor Seyi Makinde and the entire people of Oyo State on this very auspicious celebration. Let me say that our governor has proved to be a worthy leader who meant well for his people.” He added.

The speaker stressed the need for the nation’s leaders to tackle the twin problem of unemployment and poverty which he noted was largely responsible for the high level of insecurity in the country.

“The latest cases of insecurity particularly the recent upsurge in the unholy activities of BokoHaram which led to deadly attack on the convoy of the Borno State Governor where the death toll continues to rise calls for greater concern. Why are we waging war against ourselves having co-existed for six decades? Why do we still have kidnappings and ritual killings all around at this age when other developed nations are advancing in technology and making breakthrough in research activities. It is surely a disturbing and challenging situation and scenario.” Ogundoyin said further.

While emphasising on religious, ethnic and tribal tolerance, the speaker said for Nigeria to grow beyond the level it is presently, citizens must promote what unites them rather than what divides them at all times.

Mosope Kehinde

Education

Oyo Speaker Assures NYSC of State Support

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 Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin has assured the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, in Oyo State of government’s support and improved welfare packages. 

The Speaker gave the assurance when the Oyo State NYSC Coordinator, Mrs Ogbuogebe Grace paid a courtesy visit to him in his office.

Mr. Ogundoyin said the NYSC scheme was impacting youth across the country, hence Oyo State Government would do all within its power to increase and improve provision of infrastructure at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Iseyin.

Earlier, the Oyo State Coordinator of NYSC, Mrs Ogbuogebe had explained that the visit was meant to reach out to the stakeholders in the state on the need to give more support to the scheme. 

Mr Ogbuogebe hinted that regular increase in the population of Corps members posted to Oyo State had necessitated the need for the provision of more facilities as well as expansion of the camp.

She said work had commenced on the Camp’s pavilion and appreciated the Speaker for the role he played in this regard.

The State NYSC Coordinator equally identified some of the needs of Oyo NYSC camp to include a multi-purpose hall, a modern kitchen among others.

PR/Mosope Kehinde

Education

Oyo Assembly Calls for Appointment of Governing Board for Cooperative College, Ilora

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Oyo State House of Assembly has called for the immediate setting up of governing board for the state’s College of Cooperatives and Entrepreneurship Studies, Ilora, in Afijio Local Government, to enable it commence full operation. 

The call followed a motion on the need to implement the Oyo State College of Cooperative and Entrepreneurship Studies Law 2017, which upgraded the school to a Diploma awarding Institution, brought to the House by lawmaker representing Afijio State Constituency, Mr Seyi Adisa. 

Presenting the motion, Mr Adisa explained that the 2017 law which empowered the institution to offer National Diploma, ND and Higher National Diploma, HND in entrepreneurship studies has over years lack implementation, thereby stopping the upgrade from taking off. 

He expressed hope that the Cooperative and Entrepreneurship College, Ilora would not only scale up skill development of teeming youth but also open employment opportunities when operational. 

Speaker of the House, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin, who was passionate about the appeal, directed the committee on commerce and cooperatives to meet with the ministry with a view to determining the present status of the college. 

Mr Ogundoyin also urged the Executive to appoint principal officers for the college and give them necessary logistics to get it running. 

Mosope Kehinde

Security

OYHA Wants Immediate Re-arrest of Suspected Akinyele Serial Killer

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The Oyo State House of Assembly, OYHA, has directed its Committee on Security and Strategy to urgently meet with the Oyo State Police Commissioner, Joe Nwachukwu Enwonwu to ascertain and unravel the circumstances surrounding the escape of the prime suspect in the Akinyele serial killings, Sunday Sodipe.

The directive was part of resolutions reached by the House while deliberating on a Matter of Urgent Public Importance brought by Mr Ayo Fatokun.

The matter centered on the need to restore peace and order to Akinyele Local Government Area in Ibadan.

The House urged the Oyo State Commissioner of Police to urgently put measures in place to ensure the re-arrest and prompt prosecution of the prime suspect and other accomplices in the gruesome murder of not less than six people in the local government.

The Speaker, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin said the escape of the prime suspect was an embarrassment to the entire Police Force.

Mosope Kehinde

Politics

OYHA Confirms Commissioner Nominee’s Appointment

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Oyo State House of Assembly, OYHA, has screened and confirmed a commissioner nominee, Dr Abdullateef Oyeleke who is expected to take charge the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources. 

Dr Oyeleke’s appointment was confirmed on the floor after lawmakers inquired his plan of action and asked him to take a bow. 

While answering questions, Dr Oyeleke promised to set up a task force to look into indiscriminate dumping of refuse and illegal erection of kiosk and shops in major roads, to ensure a clean, safe and secured environment. 

Speaker of the house, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin expressed confidence in the choice of Dr Oyeleke by Governor Seyi Makinde for the replacement of former Commissioner of Environment, late Kehinde Ayoola. 

Dr Abdullateef Oyeleke who until his confirmation as a commissioner in the state was the chairman, Oyo State Community and Social Development Agency, is a solicitor of business and finance law. 

Mosope Kehinde

OYHA Speaker Adebo Ogundoyin
Economy

Hon. Ogundoyin Leads Oyo Assembly Delegation to Gbagi Market

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… 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.

Rilwan Fasasi

Crime

Okeho Robbery: Lawmaker Wants Police to Fish out Probable Collaborators

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The lawmaker representing Kajola State Constituency in the Oyo State House of Assembly, Mr Hakeem Mustapha has appealed to the Nigerian Police, Oyo State Command to intensify efforts at investigating the recent robbery attack on Okeho, with a view to arresting all culprit connected with the crime.

Mr Mustapha made the appeal while presenting his personal explanation during plenary presided over by the Speaker, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin.

Mr Mustapha said according to investigation, the criminals, who were killed by local hunters, and others arrested by the police, had rented an apartment in the town prior to the operation, hence the need for the police to look inward in its investigation.

The lawmaker, who commended the combined efforts of local hunters, members of vigilante group and the Odua Peoples Congress, OPC, expressed confidence that the planned Western Nigeria Security Outfit, codenamed Amotekun, would complement efforts of the police at combating crime when operational.

Mr Mustapha said it had become imperative for security agencies and community leaders to synergize on crime prevention to avoid reprisal attack of the robbery gang who may want to retaliate the death of others killed during the operation. 

He commiserated with the Nigerian Police force and families of those that lost their lives during the robbery operation. 

Mosope Kehinde

Politics

OYHA Member Wants Review of Maternity Leave

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In line with the World Health Organization, WHO, recommendation to allow nursing practise exclusive breastfeeding, a member of the Oyo State House of Assembly, OYHA, Mrs Bimbo Oladeji wants the state government to review maternity leave for civil servants from four to six months.

In a motion on the “Review of Maternity Leave Policy for Pregnant and Nursing Mother’s in the Employment of Oyo State for Healthy Motherhood.”

Mrs Oladeji stated that maternity leave is one major way of preventing and reducing the infant and maternal mortality rate in state.

According to her “since the 2009 Nigeria Labour Law, female public sector employees have been granted sixteen weeks of maternity leave at a full pay and two hours off-duty everyday once back to work to breastfeed or express breast milk for another twelve weeks.

“Maternity leave policies vary across states in Nigeria with period ranging from three, four, five, to six months. Maternity leave in Oyo State at present is four months, while states like Lagos, Kaduna, Enugu and Ekiti have all increased their maternity leave to six months,” Hon. Oladeji said.

The lawmaker pointed out that the present policy of Oyo State government on maternity leave is not in compliance with recommendation of WHO. 

She also appealed to government on behalf of male counterpart for paternity leave to enable them assist their nursing wives for a certain period. 

The Speaker, Mr. Adebo Ogundoyin while passing the resolution, urged the committee on Women Affairs and Social Inclusion Committee, to liaise with Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Inclusion and come up with implementable recommendations.

Mosope Kehinde

Politics

OYHA Extends LG, LCDA, Chairmen’s Tenure

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Oyo State House of Assembly, OYHA, has extended the tenure of chairmen of Local Governments and Local Council Development Areas, LCDAs, in the state for six months. 

This followed the adoption of a request from the executive and a report presented to the house by the house committee on Local government requesting the assembly to extend the tenure which expired yesterday June 18th. 

The House also granted the request of the committee asking chairmen of Local governments and LCDAs to henceforth forward the lists of their proposed projects to the house for approval which is in accordance to section 19, 093 of local government law 2001. 

Speaker of the House, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin however directed the committee to forward the section of the law to the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy matters for record purposes. 

Meanwhile, a bill to provide for establishment of office of the public defender scaled through the first and the second reading on the floor. 

The bill if passed into law will provide legal representation for the less privileged on legal matters. 

Mosope Kehinde

Politics

OYHA to Screen Amotekun Corps Board

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Following the increased spate of crime and criminality in Oyo state with the recent armed robbery cases, rape, murder, and kidnapping, the Oyo state House of Assembly, OYHA, has fixed next week Tuesday for the screening of nominees that will head Oyo State Security Network, codenamed “Operation Amotekun”.

The Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin announced this during the plenary while reading letter from the executive, seeking approval of retired General Ajibola Kunle-Togun as chairman and retired Colonel Olayanju Bisiriyu Olayinka as commandant, for the Security Network.

The nominees are to appear before the House Committee on Security and Strategy. 

Mosope Kehinde

Politics

We have never been a rubber stamp assembly – Ogundoyin

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Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, OYHA, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin says the assembly has never acted as a rubber stamp to the executive as speculated in some quarters, but believed in the brilliant vision of the governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde.

Mr Ogundoyin made this know while delivering a speech at a special plenary to mark one year in office of the 9th assembly.

The Speaker who explained that it will be unwise for the 9th assembly in the state not to key into the various people oriented policies of the executive, reiterated that the legislature will continue to be in tune with the ideas of the governor for the benefit of the people of Oyo state.

Mr Ogundoyin gave assurance that the assembly will not relent in its resolve to record more monumental achievements especially in the area of lawmaking without compromising integrity, mandate and independence.

Earlier in an address, Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde who commended the moves of the legislatures as regards the review of laws on rape and sexual assault maintained that the best ways to address a crime was to strengthen the legislation around it.

On the Covid-19 pandemic in the state, Governor Makinde urged religious bodies to be patient with government on reopening of worship centres and other public places.

The governor said his administration will continue to work with the Oyo State House of Assembly for the all good of the people of the state.

Mosope Kehinde

Politics

1st Year Anniversary: A Special Address by OYHA Speaker

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An address delivered by the Rt. Honourable speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Adebo Ogundoyin at a special plenary session to mark one year in office of the 9th Assembly.

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Our joy know no bounds today, 10th June, 2020 as we commemorate the first anniversary of the 9th Oyo State House of Assembly.

Recall that the 32 member Assembly was inaugurated at this hallowed chamber by the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engineer Seyi Makinde precisely on the 10th of June, 2019.

May I welcome us all to this special plenary session held to celebrate one year of legislative success in the 9th Oyo State House of Assembly, to appreciate the Almighty God for the journey so far, to acknowledge the support of all and sundry and to assure of a better performance in the remaining years.

We have every course to celebrate today because the last one year of this Assembly has undoubtedly brought about many unprecedented legislative achievements and innovative law making ideas.

I called it innovative ideas simply because the 9th Oyo State House of Assembly is christened THE HOUSE OF INNOVATION by all the members of the Assembly due to our resolve to do things differently, bring about new ideas and ultimately set the pace for others to emulate.

Our legislative duties, oversight functions and other constituency responsibilities have been remarkable, outstanding and successful in the last twelve months not mainly because we have been working as a team since inauguration irrespective of political party affiliations but also due to our high sense of commitment, dedication and steadfastness to the mandate given to us by the electorate.

This has helped tremendously as in just twelve months, the 9th Oyo State House of Assembly has done what some State Houses of Assembly could not achieve even in four years.

With all sense of gratitude, happiness and fulfilment I made bold to say that the 9th Oyo State House of Assembly within three hundred and sixty-five days in the legislative business has passed 34 notable bills, 37 outstanding motions and numerous resolutions.

Special thanks to everyone who has made this happen in just one year.

Let me commend my colleagues for their comportment and doggedness, and the peace and love that exist among us, while I appreciate the legislative staff of this Assembly for working in synergy and tandem with the 9th Assembly.

Let me state categorically that it is not as if we have not had challenges within the last one year but we have exhibited maturity in handling the issues and resolving them among ourselves amicably.

At this juncture, it is noteworthy for me to specially appreciate the Oyo State Governor, His Excellency, Engineer Seyi Makinde for his all-round and prompt support to the legislature since its inauguration.

Your focused and purposeful leadership has not only helped in enhancing our job and duties as lawmakers but has equally led to the transformation of Oyo State and establishment of good governance which has never been witnessed in the annals of history of Oyo State.

Let me end this address by saying that, since we have never left no one in doubt about our focus, vision and readiness to make and formulate laws for the betterment of our people, may I also assure that we will not relent in our resolve to record more monumental achievements especially in the area of lawmaking.

This we intend to do without compromising our integrity, mandate and independence which is our pact with the people.

Hearty congratulations to my colleagues, the Oyo State Government and the people of the State on this auspicious celebration and I appreciate everyone for their understanding during these hard times of the raging coronavirus.

May the Lord heal our land, nation and the entire world.

Thank you all.

Politics

OYHA: A Review of the 1st Year

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Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State inaugurated the ninth State House of Assembly on the 10th of June last year which led to the emergence of Mr Adebo Ogundoyin as the speaker.

One year down the line, how has the assembly faired in its constitutional roles and responsibilities as the second tier of government?

Let’s find out in this special report by our House of Assembly Correspondent, Mosope Kehinde.

After the inauguration, the lawmakers, who are 32 in number, elected among themselves eight principal officers and later inaugurated twenty-five standing committees for the purpose of effective legislative performance.

Some of the activities of the assembly during the year under review, border around making laws and provision of community services to the constituents.

The legislators also embarked on familiarization tours and courtesy calls on some corporate organizations and security agencies in the state. 

Aside discharging its statutory responsibility of screening and confirming nominees into the state political offices, the present assembly in Oyo state has passed thirty-four bills, thirty-seven motions while eighty-two resolutions were adopted.

One of the important bills passed so far by the assembly was a legal framework for the much talked about Oyo State Security Network Agency Bill, codenamed “Amotekun Corps” which is in tandem with the southwest Governors’ initiative to create a regional security outfit for the protection of lives and property. 

Other significant bills included the Open Rearing and Grazing Regulation Bill 2019, Investment Promotion Agency Bill 2019, and Oyo State Anti-Graft Agency Bill 2019.

Some of the notable events in the present assembly during the year under review were the passage of the 2020 State Appropriation Bill of 208 billion naira into law, the approval of seven point six billion naira loan to boost farm settlements in Akufo and Eruwa areas of Oyo state in October 2019 and the recent approval for the executive to access twenty billion naira contractor-financing-loan-facility as well as the two point five billion naira CBN credit-support-intervention-fund for the health sector in the state.

Just like other spheres of life, the Oyo State 9th assembly is also affected by the effects of the Novel Coronavirus pandemic as the lawmakers unanimously agreed to a thirty percent cut in its monthly allocation from the executive.

Events in the assembly cannot be said to be complete without mentioning the recent controversies among the lawmakers occasioned by a supposed rumour of impeachment of the speaker, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin and that of the governor and his deputy which the leadership of the house denied and passed a vote of confidence on the governor during its plenary.

Speaking on the activities of the assembly in its first legislative year, chairman House Committee on Media and Information, Mr Kazeem Olayanju said though many of the lawmakers are first time members, they have been able to surmount their challenges through their commitment to repositioning Oyo state to greater heights. 

Reacting on the delay in the implementation of a number of laws passed and motions adopted, especially the Amotekun and the anti-grazing laws, chairman, House Committee on Legislative Compliance, Mr Adeola Bamidele claimed that the dichotomy between the federal and state governments as well as little or no commitment from relevant agencies were responsible for the non-implementation of some of the house resolutions.

In a chat with radio Nigeria, the deputy speaker, Mr Abiodun Fadeyi who believed that the recent signing of executive order for financial autonomy for state legislatures will bring about quality legislation at the state level, advised the Nigerian Governors Forum, NGF, to look into the workability of the order considering the present economic downturn occasioned by coronavirus pandemic.

In his opinion, a public affairs analyst and political scientist, Dr Babatunde Oyedeji commended the lawmakers saying the achievement of the Governor Seyi Makinde administration shows the understanding between the executive and the legislative arms.

As the 9th assembly begins another journey of 365 days, it is hoped that the lawmakers will prioritise quality legislations and people-oriented laws and also sustain its harmonious relationship for the progress of Oyo state.

Mosope Kehinde

Security

OYHA Demands Prioritization of Security Outfit-Amotekun

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The Oyo State House of Assembly has called on the Executive arm to as a matter of urgency prioritize the formation of Oyo State Security Network, codename Amotekun. 

According to the lawmakers, this is to check the nefarious activities of criminally minded herdsmen who recently invaded some parts of Oyo state.

The call followed a motion of urgent public Importance moved by Mr. Isiaka Kazeem representing Oyo East and West constituency during plenary.

The Lawmakers who blew hot over the killings of three persons in Akinyele local government and the destruction of farms in Ogbomoso by some bandits suspected to be herdsmen called for the immediate formation of Amotekun Corps.

Ruling on the motion, Speaker of the House, Mr. Adebo Ogundoyin said the Assembly will speedily screen designates nominated to oversee the affairs of the Amotekun Corps so that work could commence in each local government of the state.

Mr Ogundoyin also urged the executive arm in the state to speedily implement the anti-grazing law in other to address insecurity rising from herdsmen attack. 

Kehinde Mosope

Politics

Oyo Assembly Passes Amendment of Two Laws

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The Oyo State House of Assembly has passed the amendment of two state laws.

The laws which are Revenue Administration Law, 2015 and Debt Management Agency Law, 2013, were passed after they scaled through the third reading during plenary.

The Speaker, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin, who presided over the plenary, said the amendments became imperative to reorganize the agencies to meet the current economic trends and realities.

According to the Speaker, the amendments are also meant to ensure that the laws are in tandem with that of other states of the Federation.

In their separate contributions, some of the lawmakers said though the amendments are minor, they are needed in the debt management and revenue administration of the state.

Mosope Kehinde

Lifestyle

Eid Holiday: Eateries, Malls Witness Low Turnout of Fun Seekers

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The usual traffic to eateries and shopping malls, witnessed low turnout of fun seekers this morning, despite two day public holiday declared by the Federal government to commemorate this year’s Eid celebration, amidst COVID-19.

Our correspondent who visited some shopping malls at Ring road, Challenge, Dugbe, UI and Ojoo reports that, though the eateries were opened for business but no customers were on patronage.

Radio Nigeria also observed that the traffic was light in most major roads in Ibadan metropolis.

Taiwo Akinola

Politics

Financial Autonomy: Victory for Democracy – Oyo Deputy Speaker

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The signing of an Executive Order for the implementation of financial autonomy for state houses of assemblies and judiciary by President Muhammadu Buhari has been described as a victory for democracy which indicates further sustenance of democratic rule in the country. 

Deputy Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon Abiodun Fadeyi made this known while reacting to the new order by the president, following a Presidential Implementation Committee constituted to fashion out modalities for the implementation of financial autonomy for states’ legislature. 

While commending the president for the giant step towards strengthening the nation’s democracy, the Oyo State deputy speaker expressed joy that another history is being made during the present dispensation in the Oyo state 9th assembly.

Hon Fadeyi who believed the development would bring about quality legislation at the state levels advised the Nigerian Governors Forum, NGF to look into the workability of the Order in each state for the full implementation of the autonomy, considering the present economic downturn occasioned by COVID -19 pandemic. 

Also reacting, a constitutional lawyer, Mr Kazeem Olaniyan who commended the president’s initiative said it is good news for the state judiciary and legislature who had been incapacitated for many years despite their constitutional independence. 

Recall that President Buhari had constituted a Presidential Committee on the autonomy of State Legislature and Judiciary, in accordance with the fourth alteration to the 1999 Constitution, and it is to assess and review the level of compliance by all the 36 states of the Federation. 

Mosope Kehinde

OYHA Speaker Adebo Ogundoyin
News

Eid-el-Fitri: Oyo Assembly Speaker Congratulates Muslims

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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

Lifestyle

Oyo Assembly Pays Condolence Visit to Late Ayoola’s Residence

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….says former Speaker will be giving a befitting legislative burial._

The Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin, has led a delegation of the House on a condolence visit to the family of the late Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Mr Kehinde Ayoola at their Gbekuba, Apata Ibadan residence.

Mr Ogundoyin, said it was still difficult for members of the entire 9th Oyo Assembly to believe that one of their political and legislative mentors, who was a former Speaker in the Assembly and a vibrant political actor in the present dispensation in had died.

While presenting the condolence of the Assembly to the family members at the residence as the wife and the children of the former Commissioner were said to be having a meeting with Governor Seyi Makinde, Mr Ogundoyin described the deceased as a selfless politician who would be missed for his integrity, honesty, dedication and political sagacity.

He used the medium to inform the family that the 9th Oyo Assembly will participate fully in the funeral for the late former Speaker in order to pay him their last respect and to accord him a befitting legislative honor.

Mosope Kehinde

Politics

OYHA Passes Vote of Confidence on Makinde

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Oyo state House of Assembly has passed a vote of confidence on the Oyo state governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, and his deputy, Engineer Rauf Olaniyan. 

This followed a motion by the lawmaker representing Lagelu state constituency, Mr Akintunde Olajide. 

The house through the speaker also debunked some media report of a face-off between the Executive and Legislative arm.

The house observed the second reading of a bill to change the name of the Ibarapa Polytechnic, Eruwa back to Adeseun Ogundoyin Campus.

While lending their voices to the bill, the Majority leader, Mr Sanjo Adedoyin; the Minority leader, Mr Asimiyu Alarape and the sponsor of the bill,  Mr Akeem Adedibu said the motive behind the change of the institution’s name to Ibarapa Polytechnic could not be ascertained, hence the need to reverse it. 

In his remark, the speaker, Mr. Adebo Ogundoyin, a son of the late business magnate, Adeseun Ogundoyin, noted that he is not throwing weight behind the bill because of his family involvement but maintained that a round peg should be put in the round hole.

Kehinde Mosope

Politics

COVID-19: Oyo Assembly Agree on 30% Pay Slash

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Chairman, Oyo State House of Assembly Committee on Media and Information, Mr Kazeem Olayanju has said the decision of the 9th assembly to agree to the slash on its monthly allocation by the executive is in the interest of the state. 

The lawmakers agreed to a thirty percent slash in their monthly allocation effective from this month due to the threat posed on the state’s economy by COVID-19. 

In an interview with Radio Nigeria, Mr Olayanju said the assembly will reduce its operational cost to ensure projects and programmes of the state including the free education policy never suffer setbacks. 

The lawmaker representing Irepo-Olorunsogo state constituency noted that members in the present assembly is also complimenting efforts of Governor Makinde by distributing relief materials to constituents from their personal purse. 

Mr Olayanju appealed to residents of the state to observe social distancing, regular washing of hands and other personal hygiene as advised by health practitioners. 

Reacting, a lecturer at the Ahmadu Bello University, Professor Kayode Omojuwà who commended the lawmaker for the sacrifice said such efforts by politicians will compliment efforts of well-meaning individuals who had donated to government. 

Professor Omojuwa who explained that if such cut is effected on the capital expenditure, it would affect some operational functions of the assembly noted that no sacrifice was too much to give at a time like this. 

He added the sacrifice made by the lawmakers would be for a short period of time after which things will come back to normal after the pandemic.

Mosope Kehinde

Health Politics

Makinde’s Recovery, The Most Cheering News of The Year – Oyo Speaker

By Web News 976

The news of the recovery of the Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde from the ravaging pandemic, Coronavirus is the most cheering news of the year to the people of Oyo State and the entire People’s Democratic Party family in the South West and indeed Nigeria and a further testament that we are serving a faithful God.

The Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin stated this in a statement following the announcement of the recovery of the Governor from the deadly virus.

Mr. Ogundoyin said the people of Oyo State awoke to the good news of Governor Seyi Makinde’s complete recovery from Covid-19 on Monday having tested negative twice to the virus after receiving treatment.

The Oyo State Speaker said it was heartwarming and praiseworthy to hear that the People’s Governor has received divine healing and will take full charge of affairs again as the number one citizen of the pacesetter state.

He noted that the prayers of the good people of Oyo State who trusted Engr Seyi Makinde with their mandate and who have been enjoying good governance and masses oriented policies of the Governor have been answered by God with his recovery from the dreaded virus.

While congratulating the Governor, the Oyo State Speaker used the medium to pray for the speedy recovery of other Nigerians in various isolation centers across the country.

Mr Ogundoyin commended the Covid-19 Task Force established by the Oyo State Government for the various measures put in place to contain the spread of the pandemic and urged residents of the State to always observe all precautionary measures announced by health professionals.

The Speaker assured the Governor of the resolve of the ninth Oyo State House of Assembly to continue to give necessary legislative backings to all his policies and programmes aimed at taking the state to an enviable height.

Kehinde Mosope

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Everyone must play their role in fighting Covid-19 – OYHA Speaker

By Web News 663

Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, OYHA, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin has urged residents of the state to take seriously precautionary measures against the spread of coronavirus also known as Covid-19 to curtail the spread of the virus. 

Mr Ogundoyin who gave the advice during plenary explained that the appeal became necessary because of the inadequate capacity of the country to fight the disease if it goes out of hand.

Some members of the Oyo State House of Assembly during plenary on Tuesday 24th of March, 2020

The speaker called on everyone to practice good hygiene and adhere strictly to directives by the federal and state governments on curbing the menace, saying the challenge posed by Covid-19 was a major one that needs a synergy to be fought. 

Mr Ogundoyin equally advised the lawmakers and the assembly staff to take priority measures against the spread of the virus. 

The house later adjourned its sitting till the 7th of next month.

Mosope Kehinde

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OYHA Confirms All LG Transition Committees, Secretaries

By Web News 653

The Oyo State House of Assembly, OYHA, has confirmed all Secretaries to the Local Government and members of the transition committee members nominated by the state governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde.

The Speaker, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin confirmed the list after the screening exercise report was presented by the Chairman, Committee on Local Government, Chieftaincy Matters and the lawmaker representing Ibadan South East State Constituency 2, Mr Olusegun Popoola.

In the report presented before the House, none of the 68 Secretaries to the Local Government and 340 transition committee members were rejected by the committee during the screening exercise.

While confirming the list of the nominees, the Speaker, Mr Ogundoyin directed all the caretaker chairmen to inaugurate the confirmed secretaries and members of the committee in their respective local government simultaneously.

Mosope Kehinde