Religion

HIJRAH 1443 A.H: Makinde’s Aide Congratulates Muslim faithful Calls for Rededication to Allah

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Muslim faithful have been implored to rededicate themselves to Allah (SWT) by emulating the holy virtues of Prophet Mohammed. S.A to Oyo state Governor on Islamic affairs, Imam Abdulrasheed Abdulazeez gave the admonition in a congratulatory message to the faithful on the occasion of Hijrah 1443 Continue Reading

Religion

(Hijrah) 1443 AH: Oyo Govt. Declares Tuesday As Public Holiday

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Oyo state government has declared Tuesday,10/8/2021 as public holiday to commemorate the new Islamic calender year, 1st muharram (Hijrah) 1443 AH. This is contained in a circular letter signed by the Secretary to the Oyo State Government Mrs Olubamiwo Adeosun. According to the circular; Governor Seyi Makinde enjoined all  to use the occasion to pray […]Continue Reading

Politics

Oyo Assembly Receives Nominee List of Commissioner

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Oyo state house of Assembly has received a list of seven commissioner nominee forwarded to it by state Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde.  Speaker, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin while reading the letter from the executive at the plenary said the nominees should appear before the house this Thursday with their plan of actions and achievements while in […]Continue Reading

Judiciary

Group Urges Makinde To Compensate Families Of Lawyers Denied Judges Positions

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Political Awareness Group has called on Oyo State Government to immortalize three Muslim lawyers who were claimed to have been selected as judges of high court but died while awaiting approval.Vice-Chairman of the Association,  Dr Moruf Yusuf made the call in Ibadan at a news conference . He said apart from immortalizing the deserving lawyers who […]Continue Reading

Politics

Oyo Govt. Begins Training Programme For 351 Councilors, 33 Clerks Of LGC

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The Government of Oyo State has Kick-started a training programme for three hundred and fifty one councilors and thirty three clerks of Local Government Legislative Councils. The training is centered on good governance at the local government levels and effective replication of the Four Point Service Agenda of the Seyi Makinde administration. Flagging off the […]Continue Reading

Security

Oyo Govt. To Prioritise Training For Amotekun Operatives

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde says his administration is doing everything to make Amotekun more professional by giving its operatives necessary training. Governor Makinde said this while speaking at a function in Ibadan. He said his administration has been able to strengthen the security architecture of the state by Continue Reading

Education

Governor Makinde Appoints Chancellor For LAUTECH

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Oyo State Governor,Engineer Seyi Makinde Seyi has appointed the Emir of Katagum, Azare in Bauchi State, His Royal Highness, Umar Faruq Umar II, as the Chancellor of LAUTECH. A letter of appointment signed by Governor Makinde, which conveyed his appointment as the 5th Chancellor of LAUTECH, indicated that the University would benefit from his rich […]Continue Reading

Security

Oyo Govt. to Integrate Banks CCTV into Security Network

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has said that his administration will collaborate with the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) on physical development and capacity building for its relevant workforce in the state. Governor Makinde said this while receiving the CIBN team led by its President, Mr. Bayo Olugbemi, who paid him a […]Continue Reading

Politics

Factions Emerge in Oyo PDP

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Similar to the way the Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, was divided, division within the ranks of the Oyo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, became obvious on Thursday.According to reports, some leaders of the Oyo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, took what they described as […]Continue Reading

Politics

Only True Federalism Can Sustain Nigeria’s Democracy- Makinde

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Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state has identified true federalism and restructuring as necessary ingredients that could sustain Nigeria’s democracy in view of challenges facing it. He stated this at the opening ceremony of Seyi Makinde 2021 National Democracy Summit held at the International Conference Center, University of Ibadan with the theme “The Continue Reading

Politics

Governor Makinde Advocates Peace Amongst Nigerians

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Oyo State governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has said that Nigerians must imbibe peaceful coexistence and religious harmony to enhance development in the country.The governor, who spoke at the Government House, Agodi, Ibadan, during a visit by the former Emir of Kano, Sheikh Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, who now leads the Tijaniyya Islamic Sect of Nigeria, said […]Continue Reading

Politics

All Zones Will Record Meaningful Development During My Tenure – Makinde Vows

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Oyo state Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has promised not to relent until all zones record meaningful development with the people enjoying good roads, quality infrastructure and business expansion.He stated this during the commissioning of the reconstructed headquarters facilities of Oyo state Agribusiness Development Agency (OYSADA) and launching of youth Continue Reading

Environment

Gov Makinde flags Off Saki-Igboho Road Project

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Oyo state governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has flagged off the construction of the Saki- Ogboro-Igboho 45.3km road project at a sum of #8.7 billion naira.Flagging off the project, governor Makinde said the road construction was part of his campaign promises made to the people of Saki.Governor Makinde added that the road when completed would boost […]Continue Reading

Education

Oyo Govt. Reiterates Commitment To Qualitative Education

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Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state says his government would continue to ensure that funds are made available to build infrastructure and reposition the education sector to guarantee qualitative education in the state.He gave the assurance at the commissioning of a model school building at St Paul’s Anglican basic school, Okutapemo, Iseyin as part of […]Continue Reading

News Yoruba

Gómìnà Seyi Makinde Sèlérí Ìpèsè Irinsẹ́ Fáwọn Àjọ Elétò Áàbò Nípinlẹ̀ Ọ̀yọ́

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ómìnà ìpínlẹ̀ ọ̀yọ́, onímọ̀ ẹ̀rọ Seyi Makinde ti sèlérí àti ró àwọn àjọ elétò áàbò lágbára síì láti léè sisẹ́ dójú àmìn láti léè jẹ́kí àláàfìa jọba nípinlẹ̀ yi. Ó sèlérí ọ̀rọ̀ yí níbi ìsìn ìdúpẹ́ láti fi sàmì ayẹyẹ ọdún méjì rẹ̀ lórí ipò Gómìnà èyítí ó wáyé nínú ìjọ Peteru mímọ́ tó wá […]Continue Reading

Sport

Oyo State is doing well for Football – Pinnick

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Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State says the state will key into the FIFA Connect Programme in order to discover upcoming football talents in the state. Governor Makinde who stated this while hosting the president of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, Amaju Pinnick said his administration was ready to work with the Nigerian Football Federation, to […]Continue Reading

Politics

Gov. Makinde Exercises Franchise

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Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state voted at ward 11,unit 1,Ibadan North East local government area of the state. Speaking with journalists after the voting,governor Makinde expressed satisfaction  with the conduct of the election. He called on the electorate to come out enmasse and perform their civic responsibilities. Iyabo AdebisiContinue Reading

Transportation

FG Reiterates Commitment to Completing Ibadan Dry Port

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Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi has expressed the determination of President Mohammadu Buhari’s administration to complete Ibadan dry port project before the expiration of his tenure. He stated this in Ibadan during a visit to Governor Seyi Makinde at the Agodi Government House, Ibadan while on assessment tour of the port. In March Continue Reading

Politics

LG Election: Do Not Take Electorate For Granted – Gov. Makinde

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Governor ‘Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has urged Chairmanship and Vice Chairmanship Candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the forthcoming local government election not to take the electorate for granted. The governor who said this during a meeting he held with them said they must work hard for victory. A statement by the Chief Press […]Continue Reading

Security

New AIG Visits Makinde, Pledges Repositioning Of Policing in Zone 11

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Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state says his administration will not spare any effort in keeping the people safe and secured in view of security challenges facing the nation.  He made this known when he received the new Assistant Inspector General of police (AIG) zone 11 Olasupo Babatunde to his office on a courtesy visit  Governor Makinde […]Continue Reading

Security

Oyo State Govt. Reiterates Commitment To Stopping Kidnapping

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Oyo State governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde says the Joint Security Post, set up at Mamu village which is a border between Ibadan and Ijebu Ode is to complement efforts of the security operatives aimed at nipping insecurity particularly kidnapping in the bud.He stated this during an inspection tour to the border area.Engineer Makinde said the […]Continue Reading

Economy

Pensioners Deserve The Best- Gov. Makinde

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The governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde has disclosed that the State government would ensure that pensioners in the State would never be owed their pensions and gratuity.The governor also vowed that his administration would have offset the #56billion accumulated gratuities the past administration owed pensioners before his tenure of office lapses.These promises were Continue Reading

Crime

Oyo Repatriates Over One Hundred Indigenes In One Year

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Oyo state government has repatriated over one hundred indigenes of the state who were victims of human trafficking in foreign countries in the last one year. Also, the state government facilitated the return of over two hundred victims of human trafficking who are Oyo state indigenes from other states. The Senior Special Assistant on Diaspora […]Continue Reading

Sport

Oyo Govt. Reiterates Commitment to Sports

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde says his administration is developing sports to productively engage youths in the state. The governor stated this at the presentation of awards and certificates to the winners of the Oyo State 2021 Junior Golf Competition, to conclude a weeklong Golf Clinic organised for kids and teenagers by the Oyo State Ministry […]Continue Reading

Economy

Makinde Meets Market Leaders, Promises Boost for Businesses

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…to set up committee on amicable resolution of leadership crisis Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Thursday met with leaders of market men and women in the state, declaring that he was ready to put in place policies to boost economic growth. The governor, who stated this at an event held at the Government House, […]Continue Reading