In a commendable display of generosity and community support, Hon. Modiu Opeyemi Akande, popularly known as Alabamusa, a distinguished member of the Oyo State House of Assembly representing Ibadan Southeast Constituency 1, has extended a helping hand to constituents during the holy month of Ramadan. During the first week of Ramadan, Hon. Akande embarked on a philanthropic mission, donating cash to each ward and ward chairman within his constituency. With a deep commitment to the welfare of his constituents, he ensured that all six wards under his representation received financial support, demonstrating his dedication to uplifting the community during…
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The Edo State House of Assembly on Monday impeached the embattled state deputy governor, Philip Shaibu. Punch reports. The impeachment followed the adoption of the report of the seven-man investigative panel set up by the state’s Chief Judge to probe allegations of misconduct against Shaibu. Details later…
Lagelu PDP Chairmanship candidate, Hon. Mudashiru Kamorudeen on Sunday sat down with Fresh FM’s Mayor Isaac Brown, alongside his counterpart in the All Progressives Congress, Olawale Bello ahead of the April 27th chairmanship election. He spoke about his leadership experience, and addressed key issues put forward to him during the interview. In the interview that aired on Sunday, the Chairmanship candidate shared his lofty plans and programs for Lagelu local government area. When asked about his motivation for entering the chairmanship race in his local government, Kamoru stated he has extensively studied the trend of governance from different administrations…
…Adeaga is a Man of The People – Beneficiaries The Executive Chairman Oyo state community and social development agency (OYCSDA) and candidate of PDP in Akinleye/Lagelu federal constituency, Hon. Abideen Adetokunbo Adeaga has empowered residents of both local governments with cash of 50,000 each to about 100 beneficiaries. The Governor’s aide who disclosed that the cash empowerment, has been quarterly and yearly project, he noted that it was initiated to assist women, petty traders, and start-ups within his jurisdiction. He however noted that, just last December 100 beneficiaries were selected, with each person presented with cash ranging between 50,000 and…
Ahead of the forthcoming local government elections in Oyo State, the Executive Chairman of Oyo Water Corporation, Hon Elias Adeojo has donated a huge amount of money to all the ten councilorship candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ido Local Government. Hon Elias said the donation was part of his modest contribution towards the victory of the party in the local government. The water corporation boss expressed confidence that the party would record a landslide victory in the forthcoming local government elections because it has massive support from residents following the track records of His Excellency Governor…
…Can 2 Be Greater Than 8? A former Governor of Oyo State, Senator Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja on Saturday hosted the authentic Iyaloja General of Oyo State, Alhaja Saratu Aduke Konibaje alongside her subordinates, Iyaloja of various markets in Ibadanland to a break of Ramadan fast at his Bodija residence, Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State. The Otun-Olubadan, an elder statesman who strongly believes in peace, tolerance and harmony identified with all Iyalojas (Muslim faithfuls) as they carry out their Islamic obligations in the holy month of Ramadan. The ex-Governor used the opportunity to appeal to Alhaja Saratu Aduke Konibaje…
In the lead-up to the fiercely contested local government election in Oyo state, the PDP Chairmanship Candidate for Ibadan North local government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has lambasted the APC, branding it a “darkness party” unworthy of the electorate’s support. During a charged segment on Fresh FM 105.9’s “Political Circuit,” hosted by seasoned journalist Mayor Isaac Brown, Olufade didn’t mince words, asserting that the people of Ibadan North would reject the APC’s candidate come April 27. His bold declaration echoed throughout the airwaves, setting the stage for a fiery exchange between him and the Ibadan North APC Chairmanship Candidate, Hon.…
A chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State, Lere Olayinka, has called on President Bola Tinubu, to as a matter of urgency, sack the Minister of Power, Mr Bayo Adelabu, saying; “there is no point keeping a minister who has failed to give even the Presidential Villa adequate power supply.” Olayinka, who said the country needed someone with ingenuity and capability to turn things around in the power sector, added that “it is embarrassingly shameful that under the current Minister of Power, Nigerians are now seeing power supply as better under the inept government of Buhari.”…
The entire team Senator Monsurat Sunmonu has poured encomiums and eulogized Distinguished Senator Monsurat Olajumoke Sunmonu as she is about to celebrate her 65th birthday on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. The team described the former Oyo Speaker of Oyo State House of Assembly as a woman extraordinaire who has used her position to impact positively on several people, especially the less-privileged in the society. It’s not a gainsaying or an exaggeration if we refer to her as the most impactful, influential, wonderful, committed and virtuous woman in the game of politics in Oyo State. Celebrating the 65th birthday on…
In a distressing incident, an Oyo State Road Transport Management Authority (OYRTMA) officer was arrested, detained, and stripped naked by the Zone F Command of the Nigerian Immigration Service. The incident occurred while the OYRTMA officer was performing their duty and apprehended an Immigration officer for violating traffic rules by driving against the flow of traffic along Onipepeye Bridge underpass in Ibadan. According to witnesses, the Immigration officer initially agreed to follow the OYRTMA official to their office for interagency talks to resolve the matter. However, in an apparent act of retaliation, the Immigration officer diverted the route…