Security in Oyo State will be beefed up with the immediate procurement of two aircraft to curb the menace of illegal miners, kidnappers and other forms of security threats, particularly in the vast inter land of Oyo State. The Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, said in a release after the Executive Council meeting yesterday that the procurement was approved in a renewed determination by the Government to secure the State further from the influx of bandits and the perpetration of their enterprise. According to the Commissioner, the Council noted that though Oyo State enjoys relative peace compared to other…
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Oyo State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr Wasiu Olatubosun, has said that the commitment of Governor ‘Seyi Makinde to developing the tourism sector and ensuring that it forms a key component of his economic expansion agenda has yielded many positive results in the last two years. He pointed out that with the government putting in place key tourism enablers such as road infrastructure, security and the political will as well as the creation of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism in 2023, the state has witnessed tremendous turnaround in the tourism sector. He added that the turnaround has also…
The Deputy National Chairman (South) of the People’s Democratic Party, Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja on Tuesday paid a condolence visit to the family of late Ambassador Ibironke Adefope at their residence in New Bodija, Ibadan. Ambassador Arapaja alongside members of his entourage were received by Ms. Tara Adefope, Director General of the Oyo State Due Process Office of the Governor who is the daughter of the late Ambassador, and other family members. During the visit, Ambassador Arapaja who already met the wife of the Governor, Engr. Mrs Tamunominini Makinde at the residence of the Adefopes, described the deceased as a…
The President/CEO of MFP Global Services (Multidisciplinary Finance Professionals) and leader of MFP Group Dr Prince Oyebade Oyedepo, FCA has commiserated over the death of the Olubadan of Ibadan Land, His imperial Majesty, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin who joined his ancestors on Monday, 7th July, 2025 at a ripe age of 90years. The MFP boss commiserates with the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engineer Seyi Makinde, FNSE, Olubadan in Council, Family of the late Monarch and all Sons and Daughters of Ibadan Land over the demise of the first-class king. He described the late Monarch as a great achiever in his…
Pastor Muyiwa Bamgbose, Chairman of Bodija Estate Residents Association (BERA), has described Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, as a compassionate leader who has a heart for the people. Bamgbose, who spoke against the backdrop of the January 16, 2024 explosion which rocked Bodija in Ibadan and the response of Oyo State Government to the calamity in an interview with The People’s Verdict, said many states in the country have a lot to learn about emergency management from Oyo State. He said, “The immediate response of Governor ‘Seyi Makinde to the Bodija explosion is indeed commendable. Things similar to that happen…
The Oyo State House of Assembly at its Plenary today approved the immediate reinstatement of the suspended Saki East Local Government Chairman, Mr. Adedokun Emmanuel This following a report presented by the Chairman House Committee on Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters and State Honours, Hon. Akintunde Olajide. In his report, Hon. Olajide stated that the committee met with the relevant officers and political stakeholders in the local Government, and deliberated on the petition in order to formulate appropriate recommendations to the House about the matter raised by the concerned stakeholders. “Pursuant to a directive of the House , the Committee…
The Executive Chairman of Ibadan Southeast local government, Hon Emmanuel Oluwole Alawode has commiserated with Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, the people of Ibadanland and Oyo State at large over the demise of the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, saying the monarch would be greatly missed. Hon Alawode, in a condolence message stated that though the monarch’s reign was short, it was peaceful and impactful. The council boss declared that the late monarch brought unprecedented developments to Ibadanland and facilitated great progress during the short period. “We appreciate greatly, the contributions of the…
It is with profound sorrow that I, Dr. Akande Kazeem Babatunde, extend my deepest condolences to the family, loved ones, and the entire people of Ibadanland on the passing of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the Olubadan of Ibadanland. His demise on Monday, July 7, 2025, has left a void in our hearts and a significant loss to our cherished community in Oyo State and Nigeria at large. Oba Olakulehin’s reign, though brief, was characterized by wisdom, unity, and an unwavering dedication to the progress of Ibadanland. His legacy as a revered monarch will remain a beacon of…
The Director-General Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership, Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe has described the death of Olubadan of Ibadanland,Oba Owolabi Olakulehin as a huge loss to the ancient city. Tegbe stated this in a condolence message issued on Tuesday. He described the late monarch as a leader who exemplified humility and made significant impact during his one year reign on the throne. It is with profound shock and reverence that I received the news of the passing of our esteemed monarch, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadan. Oba Olakulehin embodied the highest ideals of leadership, learning, and service, leaving an indelible…
The President General of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII), Chief Sulaimon Ajeniyi Ajewole, has paid a courtesy visit to the Olubadan-in-waiting, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, at his Lagos residence. This significant visit comes as part of the ongoing consultations and preparations ahead of the formal coronation of Oba Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The CCII President-General expressed delight at the warm reception and reaffirmed the commitment of Ibadan indigenes at home and abroad to ensuring a smooth and dignified transition of royal authority. In the course of the visit, Chief Ajewole extended the goodwill of…