Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to partnering with local and foreign investors for the development and economic prosperity of the state. The governor stated this on Wednesday while receiving a delegation of Chinese businessmen and investors in his…
Oyo state governor, Engr Seyi Makinde, has explained why he may prosecute some of Oyo kingmakers otherwise known as Oyomesi, citing allegations of fraud. The governor added that he would be willing to forgive them if they seek forgiveness from the Alaafin-designate, Oba Akeem Owoade. Makinde made this known…
The Oyo State Government has assured residents that it will leave no stone unturned in ensuring their safety. The assurance follows reports that bandits from northern parts of the country have infiltrated the state. The government made the pledge during a press briefing after the state’s Joint Security…
The owner of Ibadan-based broadcasting station, Agidigbo FM, Oriyomi Hamzat, has perfected his bail conditions and has been released from Agodi Correctional Centre, Ibadan, Oyo State. The broadcaster regained freedom with his co-accused, including Ooni of Ife’s ex-queen, Naomi Silekunola, and the principal…
Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde has assured members of the Nigerian Legion, Oyo State Council,that they will be among the beneficiaries of the new ₦80,000 minimum wage set to take effect in the state by the end of January 2025. The governor gave this assurance during the launching of the 2025 Armed…
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has on Monday sworn in forty-eight (48) newly appointed Permanent Secretaries in the state Civil/Public Service, urging them to discharge their duties effectively and do their best for the state. The governor urged the new Permanent Secretaries to work hand in hand with…
Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have impeached Speaker Mudashiru Obasa over multiple fraudulent allegations. Multiple sources confirmed that Obasa was removed by the lawmakers during a plenary on Monday. Details surrounding the speaker’s removal are still sketchy as of press time. However, the…
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has revealed that he met the new Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade, for the first time on Sunday, January 12, 2025. He made this known on Monday, during the presentation of the staff and certificate of recognition, which took place at the Oyo government house in…
The Oyo State High Court in Ibadan has approved bail for Naomi Silekunola, the former wife of the Ooni of Ife, Agidigbo FM owner Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat, and Abdullahi Fasasi, Principal of Islamic High School, Bashorun. The decision was made by Justice Kamorudeen Olawoyin on Monday. Oriyomi Hamzat’s bail was…
The Alaafin of Oyo-elect, Oba Abimbola Owoade, is set to commence a 21-day traditional rites as the new monarch of the town. The state governor, Seyi Makinde, announced Owoade as the new monarch of the ancient Yoruba community on Friday. On Monday, he presented him with the staff of office. He succeeded the…