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The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties, CNPP, and the Coalition of National Civil Society Organisations, CNCSOs, have jointly called for the immediate resignation of Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adelabu Adebayo, citing incompetence and failure to address the country’s ongoing electricity crisis. In a statement jointly issued by James Ezema, Deputy National Publicity Secretary of CNPP, and Alhaji Ali Abacha, National Secretary of CNCSOs, on Sunday, the coalition criticized Minister Adelabu’s tenure, describing him as “a round peg in a square hole.” The groups argued that the Minister lacks the capacity to effectively manage the power sector, pointing to persistent…

A renowned Islamic scholar, Professor Kamil Koyejo Oloso, has said that he will be answerable to God if he fails to speak about the goodness of Governor ‘Seyi Makinde of Oyo State to Muslims in the state. Oloso, who is the Wakil Mumini of Oyo State, said in an interview that no past administration in the state had been as supportive of Muslims and Islam as Makinde’s administration has been. He added that all the injustices experienced by Oyo State Muslims in the past had been corrected by Governor Makinde. According to Oloso, a Professor of Islamic Studies, the…

.As Ladoja, Deputy Gov, Senator, others pay Sallah visit to gov Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said that his administration has been able to bring about a level of economic stability in the state with the monthly payment of about N24 billion in salaries to state and local government workers. He added that his government’s commitment to expanding the economy of the state has also been yielding results in terms of private sector investments, as more private sector players have become comfortable investing in the state. The governor stated this on Sunday, when Muslim faithful, comprising clerics, traditional…

The Director-General of the Oyo State Investment and Public-Private Partnership Agency (OYSIPA), Hon. Tilewa Folami, has extended warm Eid al-Fitr  greetings to Governor Seyi Makinde, the Muslim Ummah in Oyo State, and across the nation. In his message, Hon. Folami emphasized the significance of the holy month as a time of fasting, reflection, and devotion, calling on the faithful to embrace the values of compassion, unity, and perseverance that Ramadan promotes. He also commended Governor Makinde for his steadfast commitment to fostering a conducive environment for businesses to thrive in the state. According to him, the governor’s visionary leadership,…

Flanked by Nollywood celebrities and prospective home-owners, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo state, on Saturday, unveiled The Avila – a picturesque housing estate in the outskirts of Akure, amidst grand spectacle. Represented by his deputy, Olayide Adelami, the governor described the initiative by Jomav Homes and Properties Ltd as a progressive idea, that is in line with his administration’s agenda. “Housing is a fundamental need, and as a government, we recognize the vital role that the real estate sector plays in economic growth, job creation, and urban development. “We acknowledge the contributions of companies like Jomav Homes and Properties…

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Saturday, felicitated the Muslim Ummah in Oyo State and across the country on the occasion of the Eid-el-Fitri 2025. The governor congratulated the Muslim faithful on the successful completion of the 2025 Ramadan. Governor Makinde, who hailed the Muslim faithful for their endurance, faith, sacrifices and trust in Allah throughout the month of Ramadan, charged them to continue to uphold the lessons learnt during the holy month. He said: “I congratulate my brothers and sisters in Islam on the occasion of the Eid-el-Fitri, which signals the end of Ramadan. “I particular laud them…

Former Chairman of the Oyo State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (OyoRUWASSA), Hon. Najeem Omirinde has extended warm Ramadan greetings to Muslims across the state, particularly in Saki West, Saki East, and Atisbo Local Government Areas. In his message, he felicitated His Excellency, Governor ‘Seyi Makinde, acknowledging his commitment to good governance and the welfare of the people of Oyo State. He also extended special greetings to His Excellency, Barrister Bayo Lawal, appreciating his contributions to the administration’s success. He further celebrated the Chief Imam of Saki Land, Imam Abdul Aziz Jeje Kunmi, for his spiritual leadership and…

The Oyo State Government is set to explore opportunities in greenhouse technology to boost tomato production in the state, the Director-General of the Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency (OYSADA) and Executive Adviser on Agribusiness to Governor ‘Seyi Makinde, Dr Debo Akande, has said. Dr Akande stated this on Friday, during a visit to the governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, by a Dutch delegation led by the Consular-General of the Kingdom of The Netherlands, Nigeria, Mr Michel Deelen. Akande said that the governor had already given a marching order on the effort, which would see about 50 greenhouses producing…

By: ADEDEJI STANLEY DHIKRULLAHI OLAJIDE Geneva, Switzerland 3-4 March 2024 The International Parliament for Tolerance and Peace held its 12th plenary session on 3-4 March at the International Conference Center in Geneva, Switzerland. The session was opened by keynote speeches from: H.E. Mahmadtoir Zokirzoda, Speaker of the Parliament of Tajikistan H.E. Martin Chungong, Secretary General of the Inter-Parliamentary Union H.E. Ahmed Aljarwan, President of the Global Council for Tolerance and Peace (GCTP) Members of the International Parliament for Tolerance and Peace (IPTP) include representatives from over 100 national and regional parliaments worldwide. The plenary session was chaired by H.E.…

Oyo State Deputy Governor, Barr. Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal, has commended the lawmaker representing Ibadan North East/South East, Rep. Abass Adigun Agboworin for his efforts in combating drug abuse in Nigeria. He gave the commendation on Thursday during an advocacy program organized by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the House of Representatives Committee on Narcotic Drugs at the Civic Centre, Idi-Ape, Ibadan. The Deputy Governor acknowledged Agboworin’s tireless efforts, describing his advocacy as timely and a “Yeoman’s job.” While maintaining that the growing menace of drug abuse in Nigeria required a collective efforts, Barr. Lawal added that…