Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has disclosed that the budget of the State has always been the aggregate needs of the common people of the State, which necessitated annual pre-budget zonal stakeholders’ consultative meetings before the budget was adopted. Speaking at the Ibadan less city stakeholders meeting which held at Ibadan North-East Local Government, secretariat,Iwo Road on Friday, the governor, who was represented by the Secretary to the State government, Mrs Olubamiwo Adeosun, said the mandate given to the governor by the people of the State was for the government to come up with policies and actions that are…
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Residents of Oyo State have been urged to develop interest in the election of political administrators at the grassroots by attaching importance to local government council elections , just as we witnessed during the National election. The Chairman , Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission ( OYSIEC ) , Aare Isiaka Olagunju stated this during the courtesy call of the commission to media organisations, Independent National Electoral Commission ( INEC ) and State Security Service ( SSS) , Oyo state command , all in Ibadan . Olagunju , who described the roles of relevant stakeholders as very invaluable in achieving credible…
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state, has implored Nigerians, irrespective of religion, ethnic or political affiliation to promote peaceful coexistence of all and sundry. Makinde stated this on Friday in Ibadan, shortly after Special Jumat prayer, at Oja-Oba Central Mosque, marking the 60th nation’s Independence. The governor, who was represented by his deputy – Alhaji Rauf Olaniyan, maintained that peace and security was paramount to sustain the unity of the country. He noted that people in Oyo state, have been living in peace and that we should continue to be our brothers keeper, adding that security of the state was…
In his efforts to provide conducive environment for teaching and learning, the Caretaker Chairman, Omi-Apata Local Council Development Area, Hon Sheriff Adeojo has flagged-off the distribution of desks and chairs to primary schools in the council area. In his welcome address, Hon Sheriff Adeojo reiterated his administration’s commitment to improve education sector. He said “the aim is to complement the efforts of the state government under the leadership of Engr. Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde who has implemented various people-oriented policies and programmes since assumption office in May 2019”. Hon Sheriff Adeojo noted that all primary schools in the council area will…
Oyo State governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, has felicitated the Osi Olubadan of Ibadanland and former Governor of the state, Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, who clocked 76 today. Makinde, in a congratulatory message made available to newsmen through his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, described Ladoja as an exemplar and a worthy model for younger generations. The statement lauded the Osi Olubadan for his life of service to the state and humanity. He stated that Senator Ladoja has shone brightly as businessmen, governor and community leader, praying to God to give the former Governor sound health and continuous grace. He…
This is to inform the General Public, particularly applicants for the post of Environmental Officers and Environmental Health Technologists that the result of the test conducted for them on Monday, 21st and Tuesday, 22nd September, 2020 on the approval of the Executive Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency Engr Abiodun Olúwasèyí Mákindé FNSE, has been released. Candidates who sat for the test are advised to check their results on the notice board in front of the Civil Service Commission office, Secretariat, Ibadan, from 2.30 pm on Friday, 25th September, 2020. Meanwhile the cut off marks for the next stage of…
The CEO Afia Construction and Building/Afia Homes Properties, Engr Abduljelyl Karhreem who foubles as Mogaji Adanla has congratulated the former Governor of Oyo State, Senator Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja on the attainment of 76 years, describing him as a worthy leader who saddled the ship of Oyo state successfully during his tenure. Adanla, extolled the Osi Olubadan saying, “Your focus and commitment to the development of Oyo State have shown you as a man with a mission to leave your imprints on the sands of time and our people are solidly behind you” The birthday statement, which was issued and signed…
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has Solicited the support of the Federal Ministry of Mines and Steels to curb the activities of illegal Miners in the state. The Governor stated this while receiving the Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Arch Olamilekan Adegbite at Government House, Agodi, Ibadan. Governor Makinde in his remark noted that effective collaboration between the federal ministry of Mines and Steel development and the state government, illegal mining will be reduced to the barest minimum. The Governor explained that his administration is working all round to boost the economy of the state and bring much needed…
Thirty two beggars have been evacuated from the street by the Oyo State Government in its continued effort at ridding the State of destitute and providing succour to children used for street begging. The exercise, fourth of its kind, was carried out around the popular Dugbe market and Mokola under bridge axis of Ibadan on Thursday afternoon. Speaking with newsmen after the exercise, the State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Inclusion, Alhaja Faosat Sanni, who spoke through the Director Child Welfare, Mr Sunday Kolajo said six underage children, five adult men, five adult women, ten male children as well…
The Oyo state Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has stated that the 2020 budget of Oyo state touched every sector of the state’s economy has requested by citizens and stakeholders. The Governor, who spoke through his deputy, Engineer Rauf Olaniyan, disclosed this at the 2021 town hall stakeholders meeting held at Igboho. The governor,lamented that COVID-19 brought a shrink to the budget on capital expenditure, adding, that the state is still managing to accommodate all the needs of each community as highlighted by the stakeholders. He said that the state is poised to engage more stakeholders in the preparation of the…