The newly appointed Board Chairman of the Pacesetter Mineral Development Company (PMDC), Hon. Prince Arowosaye Saheed Adeyemi, has expressed profound appreciation to the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, for entrusting him with the responsibility of leading the board of the state-owned mineral development company. In a statement made available to journalists, Hon. Prince Arowosaye Saheed Adeyemi described his appointment as a great honour and a call to greater service to the people of Oyo State. He noted that the confidence reposed in him by Governor Makinde would further inspire him to contribute meaningfully to the growth and development of…
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In a significant step to strengthen indigenous financial research and literacy in Nigeria, MFP Global Services has inaugurated its Research and Development Committee. The committee was officially inaugurated on Sunday, May 10, 2026, by the President of MFP Global Services, Prince Oyebade Oyedepo, FCA, JP. Prince Oyedepo highlighted a critical gap in local financial research, which has resulted in heavy government reliance on data from international organisations for policy-making. He described this dependence as detrimental to the economy, stressing that Nigeria needs home-grown data and insights to address its unique challenges. He also expressed concern over the long-standing decline in…
By Adeola Labzy When the Minister-Designate for Power, Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, told the Nigerian Senate that there was “no quick fix” to Nigeria’s electricity crisis, the statement stood out for departing from the familiar rhetoric that has long shaped public conversations about the sector. In a country where ambitious declarations on power reform have often generated headlines faster than measurable outcomes, Tegbe’s remarks offered an early signal of a different leadership posture, one anchored less on spectacle and more on execution. This matters because Nigeria’s power sector has spent decades trapped in cycles of overpromising and institutional under-delivery. Successive reform…
The member representing Ibadan North Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle, popularly known as DON, has congratulated the newly appointed Special Adviser on Security to the Governor of Oyo State, Mr. Abayomi Fagbenro, as well as the newly appointed Board Chairman of the Pacesetter Mineral Development Company, Prince Arowosaye Saheed Adeyemi, following their appointments by Governor ‘Seyi Makinde. In a statement made available to journalists through his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Akinwale Bodija, the federal lawmaker described the appointments as deserving recognitions of commitment, loyalty, competence and years of impactful contributions to governance…
Asiwaju Oladimeji Olatilewa Ayinla prominent political figure in Ido local government has formally resigned his membership from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing internal party crises and the need for a clearer political direction ahead of the 2027 general elections.In a press statement personally signed and made available to journalists in Ibadan on Tuesday, Asiwaju disclosed that his resignation followed deep personal reflection and wide consultations with associates, supporters, and political stakeholders.According to him, his resignation letter has been duly submitted to the PDP Ward Chairman in Ido Local Government Area, effectively ending his years of active participation within the…
The Executive Chairman of Egbeda Local Government, Hon. Sikiru Sanda Oyedele, has commended the Governor of Oyo State, Engr. ‘Seyi Makinde, over the appointment of Mr. Abayomi Fagbenro as Special Adviser on Security and Prince Arowosaye Saheed Adeyemi as Board Chairman of the Pacesetter Mineral Development Company. In a statement made available to journalists, Hon. Oyedele described the appointments as a reflection of Governor Makinde’s commitment to rewarding competence, loyalty and dedication to public service. The council chairman noted that the appointment of Mr. Fagbenro was a strategic step towards strengthening the security architecture of Oyo State, considering his vast…
PDP Leaders, Ward Executives Visit Olalere After Emergence as Akinyele Constituency II Candidate Leaders and stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akinyele Local Government Area of Oyo State have paid a congratulatory visit to Hon. Solomon Olalere following his emergence as the party’s candidate for Akinyele Constituency II. The delegation, which comprised the local government executives, ward chairmen and other party stakeholders, was led by the PDP Chairman in Akinyele Local Government, Baba Alaja Speaking during the visit, Alaja described Olalere’s emergence as a victory for the party and the people of the constituency, expressing confidence in his…
Makinde Set to Unveil PDP–APM Alliance at Ibadan Unity Mega Rally on May 14 Governor Seyi Makinde is expected to formally declare his presidential ambition on Thursday, 14 May, during a major political rally scheduled to hold at the historic Mapo Hall in Ibadan. The event, tagged, “Unity Mega Rally Ibadan 2026,” is expected to serve as the official launch of Governor Makinde’s anticipated 2027 presidential bid, alongside the unveiling of a grand political alliance between the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Allied Peoples’ Movement (APM), as well as candidates aligned with the emerging coalition being championed by the…
The Okanlomo Oodua and Bada Olubadan of Ibadanland, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, on Monday hosted the Alagooja of Ago Oja Kingdom, Oba Abdulganiyu Ajiboye Busari Arogundade II, during a courtesy visit held at Ilaji Hotels and Sports Resort, Ibadan. Speaking during the visit, Kabiyesi Alagooja appreciated Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi for his outstanding philanthropic gestures and remarkable contributions towards the development of Yorubaland and humanity at large. Oba Arogundade disclosed that his visit was also informed by the consistent efforts of Chief Sanusi in attracting investors and promoting economic development across communities in Oduduwa land. The monarch expressed his desire…
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has approved the appointment of Mr Abayomi Fagbenro as his new Special Adviser on Security. The governor also approved the appointment of Prince Arowosaye Saheed Adeyemi as the Board Chairman of the Pacesetter Mineral Development Company. The appointments were contained in letters signed by the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Otunba Segun Ogunwuyi. Mr Fagbenro, who worked at the Department of Defense, Army, Network Enterprise Centre, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States of America, from October 2007 to August 2012, received military training at the Great Lake, Illinois, Chicago. He also attended East Coast Polytechnic…