The Civil Society Organisations on Community Development and Humanitarian Empowerment Initiative (CSCHEI), a United Nations-recognised platform overseeing accredited Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) in Nigeria, has expressed support for the recent advisory report by the Nigerian Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI). The report commended the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) for its significant progress in the 2022-2023 mini bid round and the upcoming 2024 licensing round. In a statement signed by the Director, New Media and Communication, CSCHEI, Danladi Haruna, the organisation praised NUPRC for its efforts in promoting administrative inclusivity, digitalisation, and procedural integrity…
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The Ladilu of Oyo Kingdom and Former Chief of Staff to the Governor of Oyo State Ibadanland has lost a father, a symbol of grace, and a bastion of cultural dignity. The passing of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, on July 7, 2025, marks the end of an era defined by wisdom, humility, and quiet strength. At the age of 90, and barely two days after celebrating both his birthday and one year on the revered throne, Oba Olakulehin has joined the ranks of our illustrious ancestors. Our relationship was more than cordial—it was…
By Oyo Amebo Hon. Adedeji Dhikrullahi Stanley Olajide, known as Odidiomo, has emerged a vital force in the House of Representatives, representing the Ibadan North-West/Ibadan South-West federal constituency. His political journey reflects a deep-seated commitment to addressing the evolving needs of his constituents and redefining the role of lawmakers in Oyo State. Odidiomo’s approach to governance is characterized by a remarkable blend of empathy and pragmatism. He understands that effective legislation requires not just understanding the laws but also engaging with the people whom those laws will affect. This engagement has led him to prioritize initiatives that resonate with…
I, Dr. Akande Kazeem Babatunde, am delighted to extend my warmest congratulations to Chief Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja, who is to ascend as the next Olubadan of Ibadanland. This moment marks a significant milestone in the rich history of our great city, and I am confident that his leadership will usher in a new era of progress, unity, and prosperity. Chief Ladoja’s wealth of experience, integrity, and commitment to the advancement of Ibadanland position him as a worthy successor to the revered Olubadan stool. As he prepares to take on this esteemed role, I pray for divine wisdom, strength, and guidance…
The civil service system is a fundamental institution in any modern democratic government. It serves as the administrative backbone through which public policies are implemented and public services are delivered. Civil servants are career government employees who operate in various ministries, departments, and agencies to ensure continuity, stability, and professionalism in the distribution of essential needs to citizens accordingly. In an era when public workers in many states of Nigeria face salary delays, promotion stagnation, and inadequate welfare packages, Oyo State stands out—thanks to the people-focused leadership of Governor Seyi Makinde, who has earned the reputation of being “A…
Commissioner for Establishments and Training in Oyo State, Prof. Salihu AbdulWaheed Adelabu, has said that the administration of Governor ‘Seyi Makinde is committed to promoting efficiency, maintaining industrial peace and ensuring that the welfare of both serving and retired civil/public servants in the state is given priority attention. Professor Adelabu stated this on Monday, during the Omitutun 2.0 Inter-Ministerial Briefing, stressing that the government has been executing initiatives that enhance service delivery, improve institutional capacity and also deepen the professionalism of the workforce in the state. He noted that the government increased the payment of monthly gratuity fund from ₦206…
…Says councils sponsor 429 students to Technical University, Nursing School, Technical College annually Oyo State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Ademola Ojo, has said that local governments in the state have built several landmark infrastructure, health and educational facilities in the last two years of Governor ‘Seyi Makinde’s second term of office. The Commissioner added that despite misconceptions that councils in the state have not done much, they have, indeed, collaborated with the state government to take part in the building of key projects across the 33 local government areas. Ojo stated this on Monday, during the…
The lawmaker representing Ido/Ibarapa East Federal Constituency and Chairman, House Committee on Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA), Honorable Aderemi Oseni has inaugurated Remi Oseni Committee of Friends (ROCOF) leaders across 33 local government areas in Oyo State, marking the beginning of a strategic grassroots mobilization to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. Hon. Oseni, President and Founder of ROCOF, unveiled a Six-Point Actionable Agenda aimed at delivering Oyo State for President Tinubu, restoring the All Progressives Congress (APC) to power in the state, and empowering ROCOF members to contest elective offices. According to Oseni, the agenda…
Member representing Ibarapa Central and Ibarapa North Federal Constituency, Hon. (Dr.) Anthony Adebayo Adepoju, has commiserated with the Executive Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde and the entire sons and daughters of Ibadan Land over the passing of the Olubadan of Ibadan Land, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin. The 43rd Olubadan of Ibadan was pronounced dead at the ripe age of 90 in the early hours of Monday, July 7, 2025. According to Hon. Adepoju on Monday, the reign of Oba Owolabi was marked by peaceful coexistence, unity and preservation of the rich customs and…
The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of DAKA Foundation, Chief (Dr) Kazeem Adesina Abidikugu popularly known as KSO has mourned the passing of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin (Ige Olakulehin I) Oba Olakulehin joined his ancestors on Monday morning having celebrated his 90th birthday last Saturday. Abidikugu who was recently conferred with honorary title of Agba-Akin Bobajiro of Ibadanland in a statement on Monday said the passing of Oba Olakulehin was a shock to him, thanking God however that he had a peaceful reign. Abidikugu, a United Kingdom based Psychiatric Consultant expressed his sympathy on the passing of…