Author: Goalpoacher

The Implementation Committee of the Oyo State 2019/2020 Civil/Public Servants Audit and Payroll Re-engineering/Validation Exercise has recommended the removal of 41 staff classified as “No Show” (ghost workers) by the consultants. The consultants had indicted 602 officers and recommended them for removal from the payrolls but the Implementation Committee affirmed 41 ghost workers; cleared 40 others of any infraction; uncovered 10 deaths; 170 systematic retirements; and affirmed the option of voluntary retirement by 341 others with irregular records of service. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor ‘Seyi Makinde, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, indicated that the Implementation Committee had…

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The daughter of former Super Eagles goalkeeper, Abiodun Baruwa and Hon. Bolanle Sarumi Aliyu (BASA), has graduated with First Class Honours in Archaeology and Anthropology in the University of Birmingham, United Kingdom. Aimee Takiat Tinuola Baruwa, the latest graduate in the family, was born on March 26th, 2000 in Graz Austria. She had some of her Primary and Secondary education in Abuja at Lead British International School before attending College and University in the United Kingdom. The mother, Hon. Bolanle Sarumi Aliyu (BASA), is a daughter of the late Ibadan politician, Ali Balogun Sarumi, who represented Ibadan North Federal Constituency…

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Yoruba Nation agitator, Chief Sunday Adeyemo aka Sunday Igboho has not been released by the authorities of Benin Republic, his media aide Olayomi Koiki has informed DAILY INDEPENDENT. There were reports on social media that Igboho who was arrested in Cotonou on Monday night alongside his wife Ropo Adeyemo has been released and is on his way to Germany. “Please disregard the report. There is nothing as such ” he said. In a related development, Yomi Alliyu(SAN), the counsel to Yoruba nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, aka Sunday Igboho, has denied reports that the activist been released by the government of…

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The Special Assistant to Governor Seyi Makinde on Youth and Sports, Hon Kazeem Bolarinwa, has congratulated Muslims and all youths on the occasion of Eid- El- Kabir. He prayed God to bless their households, accept their prayers and reward their offerings. In a personal Eid message to youths in Oyo State, Bolarinwa said the feast of sacrifice is a reminder to the rewards that await those who are patient and submit to God’s will and maintain excellent relations with fellow human beings, irrespective of their differences. “On this Eid, I urge us to work together, as one people under one…

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The leader of Late Hon Olatoye Sugar Political Dynasty, Member of the Board of Oyo State Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State (BCOS) and a renowned Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stalwart in Lagelu Local Government Area of Oyo State, Hon Olajide Olatoye ‘Big Daddy’ has extended warm greetings and felicitations to Muslims across Oyo State on the celebration of Eidel Kabir festivity. He specially extended his greetings to the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr Seyi Makinde on his sterling performances in the state and especially for extending Sallah Gifts to Pace Setters at the grassroot because of the current economic…

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Eid-Al-Adha Mubarak is a day that reminds us of sacrifice, unity of purpose, love and commitment to truth. I heartily felicitate with all Muslim faithful of our great state, Ekiti State and in Nigeria on the occasion of this year’s Eid-Al-Adha. I also want to appreciate and salute you all for the unifying attitude so far and the willingness to obey and sacrifice to Allah as we are celebrating today. This signifies our obedience to Allah, trusting in Allah at every point, even when it seems hopeless sacrificing, even when it is tough. Let us continue to imbibe the tenets…

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A leading gubernatorial aspirant in the All Progressives Congress in Oyo State, Mogaji Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe has congratulated Muslim faithful on the occasion of the 2021 Eid el Kabir. In a statement issued in Ibadan on Tuesday and made available to GOALPOACHER NEWS by his Media Aide, Adeola Adelabu, noted that  Tegbe identifies with all muslim brothers and sisters, wishes them a blissful celebration and many more celebrations on earth. He prays that this Sallah marks an indescribable turn in all our lives. Tegbe prays that the Almighty accept our supplications, grant us the strength to celebrate many more Sallah.…

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Eid Kabir: Exhibit Peace, Mutual Respect, Tolerance With One Another – Olojede Urges Muslims The Special Assistant to Governor Seyi Makinde on Students’ Affairs, Hon Victor Olojede, has urged Muslims to exhibit peace, mutual respect and tolerance as they celebrate the Eid-el-Kabir. Victor, who stated this in a statement on Tuesday, asked them to remember that the season is one to give thanks to the Almighty God “for sparing our lives as individuals and families to celebrate.” According to him, “Eid-el-Kabir teaches and reminds us of the meaning of sacrifice, love, and forbearance with God and in our relationships with…

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Oyo State Road Traffic Maintenance Agency OYRTMA, in its practical effort to ease traffic congestion in this year’s Eid-el-kabir celebration, has positioned its officers at all the prayer grounds across the state. This was as a result of the appeal made earlier by muslim faithful to the agency to assist during this year’s celebration of the festival. As of the time of filing this report, 14 areas, which are currently being covered by the officers, include: • Agodi praying • Government House Arcade • State Government Secretariat road • Bodija • Oba Akinyele 2, Iyana Premier Hotel road • Moniya…

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