In the ongoing quest for progress and development in Oyo State, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, under the dynamic leadership of Hon. Seun Ashamu, has embarked on a transformative journey to enhance primary healthcare centers (PHCs) across the state. With Governor Seyi Makinde’s unwavering support, Hon. Seun Ashamu has pioneered innovative initiatives to revolutionize healthcare delivery, particularly through the strategic implementation of solar power solutions in 23 primary healthcare centers. The introduction of solar-powered systems in these PHCs signifies a remarkable shift towards a more sustainable and efficient healthcare infrastructure. This initiative is not only about providing…
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President Bola Tinubu has banned ministers, heads of agencies, and other government officials from embarking on public funded foreign trips. Punch reports. The ban will last for three months in the first instance and will take effect on April 1, 2024. This was contained in a letter dated March 12, 2024, and signed by the Chief of Staff to the president, Femi Gbajabiamila; and addressed to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume. In January, Tinubu issued an order to reduce the number of people accompanying him on both local and foreign trips, noting that his…
The Nigerian House of Representatives, on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, appointed Hon. (Dr.) Anthony Adebayo Adepoju as the Chairman of the Nigeria-Romanian Friendship Group. The appointment presents Ibarapakan with the opportunity to further foster and deepen bilateral relations between Nigeria and Romania. He will also work closely with Romanian government officials and Romanian diplomats in order to consolidate relations between the two countries. The Nigeria-Romanian Relationship Group is dedicated to promoting friendly relations between Romania and Nigeria, which include but are not limited to trade, politics, culture, legislative activities, entertainment and education. While thanking the Speaker of the 10th…
Traditional worshippers in Oyo State have assured the state governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, of their unwavering support. The Isese adherents also expressed their appreciation to Governor Makinde for approving August 20 as Isese Day in the state. The traditional worshippers, who also promised to promote peaceful co-existence and religious harmony in the state, said these during a visit to the state Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr Wasiu Olatubosun, in his office on Tuesday. The Commissioner joined the Isese faithful to laud the governor for approving the Isese Day holiday in the state, saying the gesture demonstrated Makinde’s commitment to inclusivity.…
Traders and artisans called for caution and more time as the Oyo State Presumptive Tax Bill 2023 was on Wednesday subjected to public hearing by the joint Oyo House of Assembly Committee on Finance and Appropriation and Commerce and Cooperatives. Nigeria Tribune reports. At the hearing held at the House of Chiefs, Oyo State Secretariat, Ibadan, they cautioned the state government against foisting on them what they regarded as high taxes, apart from subjecting them to multiple taxation. This is as they noted that the list of those traders and artisans to be charged presumptive tax was not exhaustive,…
The recurring problem of corrupt inflation in Nigeria’s national budget, known as budget padding, particularly involving the National Assembly, has garnered significant attention and scrutiny in recent years. This practice entails the insertion of fictitious projects or exaggeration of costs by lawmakers to divert public funds for personal gain or to appease political supporters. The matter came to the fore again a few days ago when Senator Abdul Ningi, from Bauchi Central district and Chairman of the Northern Senators’ Forum, accused the Senate leadership of operating two different appropriations for 2024 and claimed that the 2024 budget is skewed against…
In a special radio program dedicated to the Celestial Church of Christ (C.C.C) on Solution FM 93.9 in Ibadan, Hon. Seun Olufade, the PDP Chairmanship Candidate for Ibadan North, pledged a renewed focus on engagement if elected as the chairman of the local government in the upcoming April 27 elections in Oyo state. During the program anchored by Babatunde Olapade, known as “the great Babs,” Prophet/Dr Kolawole Olakanmi (Baba Onala) stressed the importance of religious tolerance, urging unity among believers. He cautioned against churches operating as mere business ventures. Presenter Babatunde Olapade welcomed Olufade to the program, where Baba Onala…
The Chairman, Oyo State Anti-Corruption Agency (OYACA), Hon. Justice Eni Esan (rtd) has called on the Local Government administrators to work with the agency to stamp out corruption in the State. Eni Esan said this on Wednesday at Ibadan while delivering her address at a sensitization programme on the roles of stakeholders in the fight against corruption, organized by OYACA for the local government administrators like Heads of Local Government Administration (HLAs), Heads of Local Council Development Areas, Directors and Deputy Directors across the State. The retired Justice remarked that corruption stemmed from giving favors like promotions and advancements to…
The Oyo State Commissioner for Lands, Housing and Urban Development Mr William Akinlayo Funmilayo, has expressed confidence that the Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) of the state will experience significant increment by the end of the year. He disclosed this when the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, visited him in his office on a fact finding mission. The Commissioner for Lands noted that measures are being put in place to transform Oyo State’s IGR under the present administration. The Commissioner noted that between January and March of 2024, there has been a noticeable improvement in the rate of tax payment…
The Nigeria Labour Congress on Wednesday stormed the national secretariat of the Labour Party in Abuja to protest the party’s national convention planned for end of this month. The congress also demanded the sacking of the National Chairman of the party, Julius Abure. The NLC leadership accused Abure of planning to hold a “secret” convention without the inputs of major stakeholders. Thr planned convention has pitched Abure against the NLC and the House of Representatives caucus. The workers accused Abure of planning to destroy the Labour Party. Policemen have refused the protesting workers entry into the party secretariat. According to…