Dolapo Dosunmu, the Director of the National Orientation Agency (NOA) in Oyo state, says consumption of herbal plants is not an alternative to COVID-19 prevention or its treatment. Dosunmu stated this on Thursday, at Iyana-offa, during an advocacy visit to traditional rulers in Lagelu Local Government Area of Oyo state. She admonished residents of the various communities in the local government and the state in general to adhere strictly to the COVID-19 guidelines/protocol as the best way to prevent the pandemic. She intimated the residents that COVID-19 is real and should not believe in unfounded theories that either say coronavirus…
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Elder Kayode Bamiduro, Chieftain of All Progressives Congress in Egbeda Local Government of Oyo State and former Special Assistant Media to immediate past Governor of Oyo State, late Senator Abiola Ajimobi has rubbished the claims of certain elements within the party that Ex Governor Adebayo Alao Akala is unqualified to lead the party in the State. In a statement issued in Ibadan, the media icon said after the demise of Senator Abiola Ajimobi, it would be suicidal for any right thinking APC member to think in that direction, as Akala remains the only former Governor in the party, who could…
The attention of the Governor of Ekiti State, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has been drawn to news reports of a campaign poster being purportedly circulated on social media by the Chairman of Ikere Local Government Council, Mr Femi Ayodele. Mr Ayodele is reported to be canvassing support for Dr Fayemi for the 2023 presidential election through the poster which was designed with the logo of the All Progressives Congress (APC). However, mindful of the possible interpretation such an unauthorised act could be given by well meaning members of the public, we consider it important to state as follows: Dr Fayemi does…
The traditional ruler of Emu Kingdom in Esan South East Local Government Area of Edo State, His Royal Highness (HRH), Promise Imhansiemhonjie, has honoured Governor Godwin Obaseki and his deputy, Rt. Hon. Comr. Philip Shaibu with chieftaincy titles in recognition of their outstanding performance in the state. The monarch, who offered a special prayer for the victory of the governor and candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the September 19, 2020 gubernatorial poll, assured Obaseki of the unflinching support of the community. Receiving the governor, his deputy and other members of the PDP Campaign Council in his Palace,…
As students in terminal classes resumed in Oyo State, the Nigerian Capital Market Committee on COVID-19, Wednesday, donated one hundred and fifty infrared thermometers and one hundred facemasks to the state government in its battle against the ravaging Coronavirus. The donation was received by the Commissioner For Education, Science and Technology, Barrister Olasunkanmi Olaleye on behalf of Governor Seyi Makinde. Speaking at the event, the commissioner noted that the gesture of the committee was commendable and for identifying with Oyo State in its resolve to contain and curtail the spread of the dreaded virus. He noted that the equipment would…
Oyo state government has rolled out some precautionary tips to guide against flooding as a result of the impending downpours. GOALPOACHER NEWS reports that the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) and the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) had predicted that some local government areas in Oyo would experience flooding this year. In its efforts at preventing flooding in the prone areas and other places in the state; the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mrs Olubanwo Adeosun, while briefing newsmen, on Wednesday, charged residents of the state, to take the precautionary tips/measures seriously. Adeosun said “We are required now, more than…
A group, Coalition for a better Nigeria has commended President Muhammadu Buhari on his quick response to the various security challenges in the country. In a statement issued in Ibadan and made available to GOALPOACHER NEWS by its coordinator, Comrade Awa Bamiji reads: We are glad to note that the Nigerian Air force (NAF) had deployed additional 32 Special Forces in Southern Kaduna with a view to supporting Operation Safe Haven being currently executed by the military to restore normalcy to the area. This was done at a period when the serious bombardment and arrests of insurgents, hoodlums and other…
A market is one of the many varieties of systems, institutions, procedures, social relations and Infrastructures whereby parties engage in exchange. In recent years, the development of standard markets and its impact on the environs has become a burning issue in the minds of many governments and people alike. Consequently, this article is poised to take a comprehensive look at the new and Modern Akesan Market at Oyo Town, Oyo State in respect to the economic impacts on the environs. Origin and Development of Akesan Market Akesan is the mythical founder of Iperu, an ancient town in Ogun State, South-Western…
The Special Assistant to Governor Makinde on Students’ Affairs, Hon Victor Olojede on Tuesday extended his best wishes to students in terminal classes especially the Senior Secondary School three (SS3) who started their West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination today. Victor stated this in a statement signed by him and made available to GOALPOACHER NEWS, it reads thus: “I am excited to extend a heartfelt congratulations to students in SS3 in Oyo State and across Nigeria on the commencement of the Senior School Certificate Exams (SSCE). The commencement of this year’s SSCE lingered because of the uncertainties and protracted challenges…
A member of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Ayotunde Fatokun joined his voice in appealing to the executive arm government to embark on grading of rural roads across in all the 33 Local Governments and Local Council Development Areas. Fatokun who represents Akinyele constituency 1 also doubles as the Chairman Parliamentary Council made the call on Tuesday during house plenary which was part of resolutions reached by the House while deliberating on a Matter of Urgent Public Importance brought by him. While speaking on the floor of the assembly, he urged the executive arm of government to assist with…