By Anuoluwapo Fasoyin Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has held a security meeting with service chiefs, traditional rulers, local government Chairmen, aimed at carrying out a holistic security appraisal in the state. The meeting was held at the house of chiefs, parliament building, Secretariat, Ibadan. Briefing the newsmen after the meeting, Special Adviser to Governor…
The newly elected President of Ohanaeze Ndi Igbo of Oyo State, Okechukwu Nwabunike, has promised to work closely with the State Government and all other ethnic groups to ensure peaceful coexistence for the progress of the state. This is as the Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Adebo Ogundoyin, urged the new executive members…
By Adebayo Yusuf The Nigerian Institute of Building, NIOB has urged Nigerians to engage professionals in their building projects, in curbing incessant building collapses. Chairman, NIOB, Oyo state chapter, Builder Femi Adeyi and past chairman of the institute, Professor Bolaji Wahab made the call while speaking on this year Builders’ Day, on Pensioners FM programme,…
In a bid to enhance the capacity of its legislative staff, the Oyo State House of Assembly Service Commission has organised a 2-day training programme for officers on Grade Levels 3-7. The workshop, which kicked off on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, was designed to equip participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in…
Workers at five tertiary educational institutions owned by the Oyo State government have commenced an indefinite strike over non-payment of minimum wage. According to report made available to newsmen, the affected institutions are: The Polytechnic, Ibadan, The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Saki, Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic, Eruwa, Oyo State College of Agriculture and Technology, Igboora, and Oyo State…
The National Association of Nigerian Students has praised the Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, for approving the payment of N500,000 in bursary awards to final-year indigenes of the state studying Medicine, Maritime, and Aviation. This commendation was contained in a statement signed by the NANS Vice President for Inter-Campus and Gender Affairs, Akinbodunse Felicia, on…
The Oyo State Government has introduced One-Way tyre spikes as a deterrent against wrong-way driving. A viral video making rounds on social media showcases the new enforcement tool in action. The spikes are designed to puncture the tyres of vehicles attempting to go against traffic, ensuring stricter adherence to road regulations. Sharing the footage on…
The Police Service Commission, PSC, has approved the appointment of Mr Ademola Johnson as the new Commissioner of Police in Oyo State. The appointment of Mr Johnson followed the retirement of the former commissioner in the state, Mr Shonubi, last month. Until his appointment, Mr Johnson was a Principal Staff Officer to the Inspector General…
By Anuoluwapo Fasoyin Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has urged Muslims in the state to reflect on the teachings of Ramadan in promoting unity. Governor Makinde made the call at the 11th Omititun Ramadan Lecture, held at Government House Arcade, Agodi, Ibadan. The Governor, emphasised the importance of embracing the values of Ramadan to foster …
To revive near-extinct farming activities in schools, the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), led by the wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, partnered with the wife of the Oyo State governor, Mrs. Tamunominini Makinde, to launch the Young Farmers Club for secondary school students across the state. Over 150 students, dressed in caps, boots, and…