By Babatunde Tiamiyu Balogun Musulumi of Ibadan Land, Hazeem Gbolarumi has congratulated Muslim faithful in Oyo State on the occasion of this year’s Eid el Kabir celebration. Alhaji Gbolarumi made this known in a statement made available to newsmen in Ibadan. According to Alhaji Gbolarumi, though it has been tough, Muslim faithful should give thanks…
By Babatunde Tiamiyu As Muslims in Nigeria and across the globe celebrate the Eid el Kabir, the Sabiganna of Iganna Kingdom and Chairman, Traditional Council in Iwajowa Local Government, Area of Oyo State, HRM Oba Saliu Azeez Oyemonla, has admonished all, regardless of religious dichotomies to prioritise generosity, compassion and sacrifices. Oba Oyemonla’s admonition was…
By Babatunde Tiamiyu The Eid Kabir festival has been described as a time when family members come together in worship, reflection and excitement. The Alabidun Muslim Community, New Airport, Ibadan made this known in an Eid el Kabir message jointly signed by the body’s Amir, Alhaji AbdulRahaman Yusuff – Ojasope and Secretary, Mr. Kazeem Rafiu…
Babatunde Tiamiyu A foremost legal practitioner and politician in Oyo State, Barrister Akeem Agbaje, has felicitated the Muslims in Ibadan, Oyo state and Nigeria at large. The Eid el Kabir goodwill message is contained in a statement released by his media unit in Ibadan. Barrister Agbaje also thanked Allah for the grace given to some…
By Babatunde Tiamiyu Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC Oyo State Command says it has taken proactive measures to ensure the safety of lives and property during and after Eid-el-Kabir Celebration. The state NSCDC Commandant, Augustine Padonu made this known in a statement made available to newsmen by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSC…
By Adebayo Yusuf Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has reiterated his commitment to invest more on vocational skills and trades to boost the state’s economy. Governor Makinde made this known at the grand finale of the 2024 Artisans week of Progressive Tradesmen and Artisans Association of Nigeria, PROTAAN, Oyo state chapter, held at Recreation Center,…
By Anuoluwapo Fasoyin Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to tackle insecurity, for the development and growth of the state and southwest. Governor Makinde said this while hosting Deputy Inspector General of Police, DIG, Southwest geopolitical zone, Abiodun Alabi, at the secretariat, Ibadan. Governor Makinde who was represented by the Deputy…
By Babatunde Tiamiyu Progressive Tradesmen and Artisan Association of Nigeria, PROTAAN, Oyo state chapter, has concluded plans to commence free vocational training and empowerment skills for youths in the state. PROTAAN President, Mogaji Salaudeen Adeniyi, made this known while featuring on Abore, a Pensioners FM weekly leadership-stewardship programme. Mogaji Adeniyi said this was part of…
By Yetunde Oke The University of Ibadan Alumni Association, Oyo State Branch, has extended its condolences to the family, Vice-chancellor, and the entire University community on the passing of Prof. Ayo Banjo. This was made known in a statement signed by the association’s branch chairman, Mr Tunde Olayiwola and General Secretary, Mr Lateef-folaranmi Wakeel. The…
The Oyo State House of Assembly has passed the bill renaming the First Technical University to Abiola Ajimobi Technical University into law. The House passed the bill into law during the plenary on Wednesday after the report of the Committee on Tertiary Institutions was presented by its Chairman, Mr. Oluwafemi Fowokanmi. The report was considered…