The Olubadan of Ibadanland-designate and former Governor of Oyo State, Senator Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja, has observed that the University of Ibadan can maintain its premier status due to its extensive reach, personified by its numerous alumni who have positively impacted society. Oba Ladoja made this statement while receiving the Principal Officers of the university, led…
By Babatunde Tiamiyu The Oyo State College of Nursing Sciences, Eleyele, Ibadan, has inaugurated four new Faculties designed to meet the growing demand for nursing education and actualise the collegiate status of the institution The inauguration held on Tuesday, marked a significant step in nursing education at the institution, elevating former Departments of Nursing, Midwifery…
The Chairman of the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission, OYSIEC, Aare Isiaka Abiola Olagunju, SAN, has advocated the deployment of career officers who have a smattering of knowledge and experience in the conduct of elections to the electoral umpires, saying this will improve the outcomes of elections in the country. Aare Olagunju made the call…
By Babatunde Tiamiyu The newly appointed 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland designate, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja, has formally endorsed the Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, for a second term in office. Oba Ladoja, a former Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and former Governor of Oyo State, gave…
Mixed reactions have continued to trail the approval of N300 billion (three hundred billion naira) loan for Governor Seyi Makinde by the Oyo State House of Assembly. Reports says that a member of the State House of Assembly, Ibraheem Shittu was the first person to publicly announce the approval of the loan. Shittu, who was…
By Babatunde Tiamiyu The All Progressives Congress APC in Oyo state has raised the alarm over fresh N300 billion allegedly obtained by Governor Seyi Makinde stating that the development signalled a problematic future for the economy of the state as well as the welfare of the people. Sources informed that some members of the state…
By Ibiwunmi Ishola The Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA) has issued a directive mandating its officers to wear officially approved uniforms during enforcement operations. This move comes after numerous complaints from the public regarding officers conducting arrests and enforcement activities while dressed in mufti and unapproved uniforms. The Chairman, OYRTMA, Major Adesagba Adekoya…
By Babatunde Tiamiyu The Oyo State Government has urged Justices of the Peace (JPs) to remain fair and impartial in handling minor disputes within their communities, while also avoiding interference in criminal cases beyond their jurisdiction. The call was made by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Hon. Ayodeji Abiodun Aikomo, Esq., who spoke…
By Babatunde Tiamiyu The Oyo state government has urged private company owners to prioritize their employees’ welfare, emphasizing that a healthy and secured workforce is crucial for a thriving economy and society. The Commissioner for Investment, Trade, Commerce, and Cooperatives, Hon. Adeniyi Adebisi stated this on Tuesday during the ongoing engagement and Sensitization visit by…
By Babatunde Tiamiyu A member of the House of Representatives and Chairman of the House Committee on Digital, Information Communication Technology and Cybersecurity Hon. Adedeji Olajide, has lauded Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, for what he described as his resilient and spirited leadership in repositioning the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP for national relevance ahead of…