Chief Adeseun Ogundoyin was a legendary leader and a fierce champion of justice. I vividly recall his courageous challenge to Chief Adedibu over the Ibadan Municipal Government (IMG) during the SDP/NRC era. His bold move sent shockwaves throughout the political landscape, and the case became a landmark reference in Nigeria’s legal annals. Chief Ogundoyin’s leadership inspired many notable politicians in Oyo State, including my mentor, Chief Yekinni Adeojo, whom he mentored into politics. I was privileged to be by his side on that fateful day. Alhaji Mikhail Bayo Lawal was another prominent beneficiary of his political guidance. The epic legal…
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Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, is swearing in new caretaker chairmen for the 23 local government areas of the state. The swearing-in is currently ongoing at the Government House in Port Harcourt, the state capital amid tight security. Channels Television reports that the first batch of 11 CTC chairmen are taking their oath of office. It comes a day after he forwarded the list to the state House of Assembly led by factional Speaker, Victor Jumbo. Channels Television reported that the lawmakers had invited the nominees for screening as early as 8 am on Wednesday.
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has lost his mother, Florence Morenike Saraki. The sad news was announced on Tuesday evening by TVC News in a statement on social media. Florence Morenike Saraki, aged 88, was the widow of Olusola Saraki, a Senator in the Second Nigerian Republic and a political icon in Kwara until his death in 2012. The family had celebrated her 88th birthday in August 2023.
The Chairman and Sole Administrator of PaceSetter Transport Services Company (PTS), Hon. Dr. Ibraheem Oladeji Salami Dikko extend his appreciation and warm greetings to the value and esteem customers and passengers, who has gone on a long holiday for Eid Kabir celebration. He stressed and reiterated his commitment in improving and providing safe, reliable, and efficient transportation solutions for good people of Oyo State. His message reads; “I, Hon. Dr. Ibraheem Oladeji Salami Dikko, Chairman and Sole Administrator of PaceSetter Transport Services Company (PTS), extend warm greetings and felicitations to you all. “As we continue to drive excellence in transportation…
We have just finished a security council meeting and the meeting is because of the situation we are experiencing in the state. You are all aware that the tenure of the Council Chairmen ended yesterday, 17th June 2024 and today, we have ordered the Heads of Administration to be in-charge and wait for further directives. It’s really unfortunate that we started hearing some disturbing news from some LGAs of invasion of council Secretariats and it’s really really unfortunate so we have called a security council meeting so the needful can be done. We are also aware that our enemy is…
A political cohesion that transcends party affiliations has brewed in Lagelu local government area- this was as the Oyo Assembly member representing Lagelu state constituency, Hon. Akintunde Emmanuel, Rep Lafisoye Akinmoyede and many Stakeholders like them from different sides of political spectrum joined the Executive Chairman of Lagelu, Hon. Mudashiru Kamorudeen in his homecoming reception in Lagun community, his hometown, on Monday. The homecoming event for the council chairman came with an unmistakable convivial atmosphere- with all the special kinds of cuisine, and of tungba musical genres standing out as the most prized at the event. It was a day…
Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara has directed heads of administration in the 23 Local Government Areas to take charge of the councils with effect from Tuesday, June 18, 2024. This follows the expiration of the tenure of elected chairmen, their deputies, and councilors who were mostly loyal to former governor and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike. It will be recalled that members of the House of Assembly whose seats were recently declared vacant by the State High Court following their defection from PDP to APC had vetoed the Governor in amendment of the LG law to extend the tenure of the…
OPINIONMoyosoreoluwa Olamilekan Eldreez ç is a shining example of selfless service and dedication to humanity. With a heart full of compassion and a spirit of excellence, he has tirelessly served his community and inspired countless individuals through his remarkable journey. Through his various initiatives and philanthropic efforts, Moyosore has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to improving lives and uplifting his community. His selflessness, empathy, and kindness have made a profound impact on those around him, earning him a revered position as a leader and a symbol of hope. As a loyal servant to good governance, Moyosore has consistently demonstrated his dedication…
I, Hon. Commissioner Akin-Funmilayo Williams, extend warm felicitations to you all on behalf of the Ministry of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development. As we continue to work tirelessly to transform our dear state into a hub of economic growth, social prosperity, and environmental sustainability, I want to express my deepest gratitude to our esteemed Governor, Seyi Makinde FNSE, for his visionary leadership and unwavering support. To our partners, stakeholders, and the general public, I appreciate your collaboration and trust. Together, we are making a difference and creating a better future for ourselves and generations yet to come. May this message…
A Germany-based businessman and Chieftain of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from Oyo State has felicitated with Muslim faithful in Nigeria and worldwide on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir, wishing them a blissful and hitch-free celebration. Olayinka Segelu, an aspirant for the Lagelu/Akinyele Federal Constituency seat in the House Of Reps in the 2023 elections, urged that the Sallah celebration should be seen as a moment of reflection, a period to show unalloyed love to one another and a time to pray for the progress of Nigeria. The PDP stalwart, in a statement, said he distributed some bags of rice,…