Judiciary

Breaking: Court Dismisses Case Impeding Appointment of New Olubadan

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Chief Judge of Oyo State, Justice Munta Abimbola has dismissed the suit challenging the consent judgment that nullified the promotion of Ibadan High Chiefs as Obas under the late Senator Abiola Ajimobi led government in the state.

Justice Abimbola gave the verdict at a sitting at Court one of Oyo state high court.

The High Chiefs had earlier withdrawn the suit challenging the judgment that nullified their promotion, which had stalled the enthronement of the new Olubadan of Ibadanland.

In his remarks, Justice Abimbola explained that the withdrawal of the suit by the High Chiefs indicated a termination of all litigations on the case.

The Chief Judge explained further that the Olubadan Chieftaincy declaration of 1957 remained valid and any contrary declaration should be disregarded.

Shortly after the court session, The OSI Balogun of Ibadan land, Chief Tajudeen Ajibola, in an interview, expressed delight and relief that the case was finally settled.

Chief Ajibola said the High chiefs, including the OSI Olubadan of Ibadan land, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, would soon meet with the State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, for the next line of action.

It would be recalled that since the passage of Oba Saliu Adetunji early last month, there had been controversies surrounding the appointment of the next in rank, Otun Olubadan, Chief Lekan Balogun as the new Olubadan of Ibadanland, as a result of an impending legal tussle.

Funmilola Obagbayegun

Lifestyle

Ajimobi One Year Memorial Fidau Prayer Held in Ibadan

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Death has been described as an examination for the living to leave indelible legacy.

A renowned Islamic preacher, Sheikh Muhydeen Ajani-Bello stated this at the One Year Memorial Fidau Prayer for the late former Oyo State Governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi at his Oluyole Estate Residence, Ibadan.

Sheikh Ajani-Bello advised people to imbibe three lessons that every individual would reap what he had sown, what you do to others is your recompense and that as you lay your bed so you shall lie on it.

In a prayer session, the chief Imam, Oluyole Estate Extension Central Mosque, Alhaji Mudathir Bada advised the Ajimobis to be united to sustain the good name of their patriarch.

In a remark, the son of the deceased, Mr. Idris Ajimobi expressed appreciation to the officiating Imams, friends and political associates of Senator Abiola Ajimobi for their support to the family.

Former Governor of Oyo State, Otunba Adebayo Alao-Akala, the state Deputy Governor, Engineer Rauf Olaniyan and the Senator, representing Oyo North Senatorial district, Dr Fatai Buhari said Senator Ajimobi is a legend who contributed his quota to the making of modern Oyo state.

Sherifudeen Nasirudeen.

Lifestyle

Senator Ajimobi was a bridge builder – Vice President Osinbajo

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Former Governor of Oyo State, late Senator Abiola Ajimobi has been described as a major bridge builder whose mediation skills will be greatly missed in the nation’s political circle.

These were the words of Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo in an interview with newsmen at the Oluyole Estate, Ibadan residence of the former Governor.

Vice President Osinbajo, who was on a condolence visit to the wife of the former Governor, Mrs Florence Ajimobi, said the loss of Senator Ajimobi was significant for the All progressives Congress, APC, especially at a time when the party was in a rebuilding phase.

Vice President Osinbajo said the achievements of late Senator Ajimobi were eternal and would continue to be used as a reference point successive governments in the country.

The Vice President was accompanied on the visit by his wife, Mrs Dolapo Osinbajo and Oyo State Deputy Governor, Engineer Rauf Olaniyan.

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Lifestyle

40th Day Fidau Prayers for Senator Abiola Ajimobi Holds August 6

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The 40th-day Fidau prayers for His Excellency, Senator Ishaq Abiola Adeyemi Ajimobi will hold tomorrow, August 6, 2020 in Ibadan.

In line with Covid-19 protocols as laid down by NCDC, the event will strictly be a family affair.

However, there will be a live coverage of the event on NTA from 11am onwards. Please note, the event will also be streamed on the link below:

https://linktr.ee/ajimobiliveson

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Bolaji Tunji

PR/IOluwakayode Banjo

Lifestyle

Senator Abiola Ajimobi Laid to Rest

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The remains of the immediate past governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi has been buried at his Oluyole residence.

The internment was carried out in a closed door in line with the initial statement by the family.

A number of sympathisers were locked out of the street leading to the residence of the late governor by security agents.

Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr Femi Hamzat

Politicians have been coming in one after the other to pay their last respect.

Adedayo Adelowo reports that at about half past ten in the morning, a number of Islamic clerics believed to have conducted the internment moved out of the premises. 

Officials of NCDC also moved out of the premises few minutes later.

A prayer session is expected to hold at Senator Isiak Abiola Ajimobi Central Mosque, Oke Ado, Ibadan.

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Lifestyle

All Set for Burial of Senator Abiola Ajimobi

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All is now set for the burial of immediate past Governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi.

The Janazah prayer for the deceased will be done at the car park of Senator Ishaq Abiola Ajimobi Central Mosque, Oke-Ado.

The funeral prayer will be done inside the mosque and the arrangements of chairs had been done in line with social distancing order.

Those expected to be at the special prayer session are invited Muslim clerics, family of the deceased and selected dignitaries.

The remains of Senator  Ajimobi would later be interred at his Oluyole residence.

The family of the deceased had earlier in a statement by the media aide, Mr Bolaji Tunji  says the burial would be in strict compliance with COVID-19 funeral protocols as a result only invited personalities would be allowed at the events. 

The statement  added that other sympathizers and well-wishers are to join the event through www. linktr.ee/AjimobiLivesOn to view the live coverage from  noon.

Rilwan Fasasi

Lifestyle

Abiola Ajimobi’s Death is a Painful Loss, Says CAN

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The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, has described as a painful loss, the death of the immediate past governor of Oyo State, Abiola Ajimobi, whose transition took place in Lagos on Thursday.

Ajimobi died receiving treatment for coronavirus.

The condolence message of the association was issued by its president, Dr. Samson Olasupo A. Ayokunle, in a statement signed by his media aide, Pastor Adebayo Oladeji.

CAN, in the message, commiserated with the family of Ajimobi, Governor Seyi Makinde and the people of Oyo State, saying that the death was painful.

The statement reads in part: “We could recollect that the late Governor Ajimobi transformed the landscape of Oyo State in his eight years of leadership of the state, especially in the area of road construction in some cities of the state. He would equally be remembered for allowing religious bodies to peacefully co-exist in the state.

“Though a Muslim, he gave the Christian body in the state the opportunity of contributing to the progress of Oyo State, most especially by permitting the Christian women in the state to organise regular prayers in the state and allowing it to be covered live by both the Radio and Television arms of the Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo, (BCOS).

“Additionally, he did not only allow Christmas Carols to be organised by the state every year and covered live, he equally attended himself. He thus made the event an opportunity to be in touch in large number, with the Christian community of the State. Though he was not an angel just like all of us, he did his best for the people of Oyo State, ensuring that peace reigned throughout his two terms.

“The world is a stage where God gives each of us the platform to do our best and then leave the stage. Our prayer is that each of us would do our best to serve our generation according to the will of God before we are called home.

“Once again, we pray for the family of the late governor, the government and people of Oyo State that God would grant you all the fortitude to bear the loss in Jesus’ name.”

Adewumi Faniran

Lifestyle

Late Ajimobi was a Highly Intelligent Personality – Former Aide

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A former aide of the late Deputy National Chairman of All Progressives Congress, APC, Senator Abiola Ajimobi has described the deceased as a highly cerebral personality.

The former spokesperson of late Senator Ajimobi during his first tenure as the governor of Oyo State, Dr Festus Adedayo, made this known while speaking on the life and time of the former governor on a radio programme in Ibadan.

Dr Adedayo explained that late Ajimobi was accommodating and was like a father to him.

He said Senator Abiola Ajimobi’s footprint in the development of Oyo State would never be forgotten.

Meanwhile, as at the time of filing this report, some sympathizers have started trickling in to the deceased Oluyole residence to pay their last respect to the late party leader.

Taiwo Akinola.

Lifestyle

Oyo Ex-Deputy Gov. Commiserates with Late Ajimobi’s Family

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A former deputy governor of Oyo State, Alhaji Hazeem Gbolarumi has commiserated with the family of the late former governor in the state, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, describing his death as highly unfortunate and disheartening.

Alhaji Gbolarumi, in a statement in Ibadan said that he received the news of Ajimobi’s death with shock and disbelief.

Alhaji Gbolarumi, who is brother to the deceased from Olugbesan Compound, Agbeni in Ibadan described the late former governor as one of the architect leaders, with high sense of responsibility and commitment, stressing that he would be remembered for all his good works in the state.

While condoling with the family, friends, political associates, colleagues and the entire Oyo State on the passing away of Senator Ajimobi, he prayed the almighty Allah to grant his soul eternal rest.

Rilwan Fasasi

Politics

Ajimobi’s Death: End of An Era – Gov. Abiodun

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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has described the death of former Governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi as the end of an era.

In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Kunle Somorin, Governor Abiodun said Senator Ajimobi died when his services were most needed and at a time his wisdom would have made critical difference in statecraft and political engineering. 

While explaining that Senator Ajimobi impacted on both the legislative and executive arms in a manner that history could not forget, Governor Abiodun said the deceased was a respected brand’s manager in the private sector. 

The Governor said Senator Ajimobi was a diligently resourceful Nigerian that would be sorely missed, noting that posterity would accord him due recognition for his legacies of service and forthrightness. 

He prayed God for the repose of his soul and to grant his family, associates and government of Oyo State the fortitude to bear the loss.

Bolanle Adesida

Lifestyle

Sports Minister Mourns Ajimobi

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Youth and Sports Development Minister Mr Sunday Dare has expresed shock over the death of former Oyo State Governor Senator Abiola Ajimobi who pased away on Thursday at age of 70.

According to Dare, “The passing of my elder brother, Sen. Abiola Ajimobi, is both untimely and tragic. He served the good people of Oyo for so long. We wanted him to use his experience to guide us through trying times. Sadly, dusk came too early and we must bid goodnight. Sun re, Aare of Ibadan!

“My prayers and thoughts are with the family, and the good people of Oyo State. His death is numbling saddening, but we must submit to the will of God who gives life and takes it when he wills.May his soul rest in peace,” Dare concluded.

Ajimobi reportedly died following his admission in a Lagos hospital due to complications from an undisclosed ailment.

He was a two term Governor of Oyo State under the APC. He was named as the Caretaker National Chairman of the ruling APC following the suspension of Adams Oshiomole by the Court of Appeal.

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Media Office to the Minister of Youth and Sports Development

Politics

Ajimobi will Resume as Acting National Chairman Soon- Oyo APC Spokesperson

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The Publicity Secretary of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Dr Abdulazeez Olatunde, on Saturday assured Nigerians that the party’s Deputy National Chairman (South), Senator Abiola Ajimobi will resume office as the acting National Chairman very soon.

Olatunde disclosed  this in a telephone interview with Newspeakonline.

Olatunde also said there is no  crisis in the party at national level, saying the National Working Committee(NWC) of the party has done the right by appointing Hilliard Eta to act as National Chairman until Ajimobi resumes.  

“There is no crisis in our our party, Etta is the one acting on behalf of our leader, His Excellency, Abiola Ajimobi.

 “By the grace of God, you know the ultimate power belongs to God, but I can assure you that our leader, Senator Abiola Ajimobi will resume office as the acting National Chairman very soon. He is recuperating very fast.” 

Recall the internet went into frenzy on Thursday night over the health status of the former governor. 

Some online media outlet  had published that Ajimobi had died while others reported he was on life support. 

The news of Ajimobi’s death was eventually debunked by his spokesperson, Bolaji Tunji, who said the former governor was alive but needs “our prayers.”

Akinwande Soji-Ojo(Adewumi Faniran)

Politics

Oyo Government Adopts Report on Review of Ajimobi’s Government Contracts

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Oyo State Government has adopted the report of the committee set up to review projects and contracts signed between 2017 and 2019 by the last administration in the state.

The state Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatubosun stated this after the state’s weekly executive council meeting.

Dr Olatubosun explained that the report would help the about-to-be-inaugurated state anti-corruption agency bring to book individuals involved in acts inimical to economic growth of the state.

The Commissioner also said the council approved the procurement of new truck-mounted rigs with Compressor to further promote the administration’s drive towards the provision of portable water to the people at the sum of about 107 million naira.

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Alao-Akala Heads Oyo APC Reconciliation Committee

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The All Progressives Congress, APC, Oyo State has inaugurated peace and reconciliation committee to ensure genuine reconciliation among aggrieved loyalists of the party.

The State Chairman of the party, Chief Akin Oke presided over the event which was held at the party secretariat, Oke Ado, Ibadan.

At the event, Chief Oke spoke on the framework that should guide the committee.

He said the committee which is to be headed by former governor of the state, Otunba Adebayo Alao- Akala should consult with all aggrieved members of the party which included all APC candidates at the governorship, National, State House of Assembly and Local governments’ level, in order to achieve genuine reconciliation.

The committee was further charged with identifying contentious issues in the party and come up with suggestions and recommendations, propose mechanism for resolving internal crises and other relevant issues that would help in genuine reconciliation effort. 

Speaking on behalf of the Committee, Otunba Alao-Akala said the committee would be committed and give their best in the assignment considering its importance. 

The committee members are Otunba Alao- Akala, Prince Gbade Lana, Secretary, Alhaji Kamar Ajisafe, Pa Akin Ojebode representing Oyo Zone, Alhaji Laide Abass, Professor Dibu Ojerinde, Pa Adeleke, Senator Teslim Folarin and Segun Odebunmi among others.

The immediate past Governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi had earlier set up the reconciliation committee in March but the body could not be inaugurated due to the prevailing situation in the country.

Adedayo Adelowo