A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Chief Niyi Akintola, has described Governor Seyi Makinde has a promise keeper who never betrays people’s trust. Chief Akintola, who was an All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in 2019, said this during an interview with The People’s Verdict. The Asiwaju of Idoland described Governor Makinde as “A person who embodies everything called ‘Omoluabi’. He is a man of impeccable character. He is humble, calculating, brilliant, unassuming and of course a go-getter. “When we adopted him, I took him to my local government. In the presence of everybody there, what we would not accept we…
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By Adeniyi Kabiru As Hon. Adedeji Dhikrullah Olajide, affectionately known as Odidiomo, marks his second year in the House of Representatives, his journey is one of remarkable transformation in a political landscape often characterised by uncertainty. Odidiomo is not just a lawmaker; he is a beacon of hope and a catalyst for change, deeply rooted in the aspirations of his constituents. His leadership is defined by an unwavering commitment to community engagement and empowerment. Odidiomo’s tenure has been marked by initiatives that prioritise the voices of the people he represents. By integrating their needs into his legislative agenda, he fosters…
By Akeem Adetola The federal constituency of Ido/Ibarapa East, the last two years under the stewardship of Hon. Aderemi Oseni have been nothing short of transformative. As he reflects on his journey, he expresses heartfelt gratitude to the people for their unwavering prayers and support. This period, though brief, has been marked by impactful initiatives that resonate deeply with the community’s needs, showcasing the profound role of effective lawmaking in enhancing the quality of life for constituents. Hon. Oseni’s tenure in the Green Chamber has felt like a decade of progress, as he has leveraged his background as an…
Despite the 2027 election being two years away, an alleged plot to drop Vice President Kashim Shettima as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate in the poll has divided the All Progressives Congress. Punch reports. A meeting held by the APC North-East stakeholders in Gombe State on Sunday ended in a fracas as supporters of the Vice President attacked the party’s Zonal Vice Chairman, Mustapha Salihu. An angry member was seen in a viral video hitting Salihu with a chair as he scampered away to escape the wrath of the party faithful. Another delegate also threw a black plastic…
…Hails Oyo Government Ibadan, Oyo State – Fendini Group, a leading real estate developer, has reiterated its commitment to delivering affordable luxury properties in Ibadan through its flagship project, Rayfield Gardens City Estate. According to Prince Laja Adeoye, President and CEO of Fendini Group, the estate remains the best destination for affordable luxury properties in Ibadan. He made this known during an interactive session on Monday in Ibadan, where he praised the Oyo State Government’s housing initiatives, noting their positive impact on the state’s development. We are determined to churn out more luxury properties that fit the needs of…
On the joyous occasion of the 2025 Father’s Day celebration, Hon (Mrs) Toyin Balogun extends heartfelt greetings to all responsible fathers and father figures across our state and beyond. In her celebratory message, she acknowledged the vital role fathers play in shaping families, communities, and the society at large. She offered prayers for continued blessings, strength, and wisdom for all fathers, and for the well-being of their families. “Fathers’ Day is a moment to honor the dedication, sacrifice, and leadership provided by fathers and father figures who serve as pillars of support, love, and guidance.Who sacrifice so much,without complaining,to…
Succession storms are brewing in no fewer than 10 states where governors are nearing the end of their second and final terms in office. Sunday Punch reports. In May 2023, 28 governors were sworn into office, while eight other states held off-cycle inaugurations. Of the 28, 18 began their first terms, while the remaining 10 commenced their final terms in office. The 10 governors are those of Oyo, Gombe, Bauchi, Lagos, Ogun, Borno, Nasarawa, Kwara, Yobe, and Adamawa states. Seven of them are members of the All Progressives Congress, while the remaining three belong to the Peoples Democratic Party.…
To mark his second year in office, member representing Ibarapa Central and Ibarapa North Federal Constituency, Hon. (Dr.) Anthony Adebayo Adepoju, will be commissioning ten state-of-the-art projects in Ibarapa Central and Ibarapa North Federal Constituency. Recall that last week, the lawmaker listed out a series of events to mark his second year in office; under the revised list of activities, Town Hall Meeting will now be held simultaneously with Projects Commissioning instead of a Novelty Football Match on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. Other activities, like Widows’ Empowerment, Distribution of Academic Instructional Materials to Senior Secondary School Students and the…
The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly and Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has celebrated Hon. Waheed Akintayo, popularly known as Ilumoka Presenter on the occasion of his birthday, praising his remarkable contributions to legislative affairs and grassroots development. In a heartfelt birthday message, Speaker Ogundoyin lauded Hon. Akintayo, who represents Oluyole State Constituency and chairs the House Committee on Information, Media, Public Affairs, and ICT, for his dedication to public service and commitment to transparency in governance. “Hon. Waheed Akintayo is not only a seasoned media…
“I have been following the political activities of gov.seyi makinde for some time. The first time I met him was in 2007 @ my brother senator Ajimobi, ANPP Campaign guest house around iyaganku ibadan, he sat quietly on bench and the second time was in2015/ 2016 in Lebanon during my brother daughter’s wedding ,he came with Dare Adeleke who introduced me to him. In 2019 his emissaries in the person’s of Seye and Ayo Alatise came to me at Favos bodija to talk to me to decamp to PDP as Atiku will be coming to ibadan the third day but…