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Oyo State Deputy Governor, Barr. Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal, has extended warm felicitations to the Muslim Ummah worldwide on the occasion of the 2026 Eid-el-Fitr celebration. In a statement released on Friday, the Deputy Governor expressed gratitude for the successful completion of Ramadan, culminating in the Eid-el-Fitr festivities. He praised Muslims for their dedication and perseverance during the holy month, which is one of the fundamental pillars of Islam. Barr. Lawal encouraged the faithful to uphold the values learned from the Quran and Hadith throughout Ramadan, emphasizing the importance of charity, humility, peace, forgiveness, love, and sacrifice beyond the fasting…

As the 2026 Ramadan season comes to a close, Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has felicitated Muslims in Oyo State and across Nigeria. Governor Makinde lauded them for their sacrifice, perseverance and commitment during the 30-day fasting period. The governor charged the Muslim faithful to use the opportunity presented by the Eid-el-Fitri to seek God’s face and guidance, and to pray for the leadership of Oyo State and Nigeria. He equally urged them to be observant and cautious during the festivities, ensuring that they pay close attention to their environments and report any suspicious movement or activity to appropriate…

The chairman, House of Representatives committee on Digital, Information Communication Technology and Cybersecurity, Hon. Adedeji Dhikrullahi Stanley Olajide, has extended cash support and food items to widows across the state as part of activities to mark this year’s Ramadan celebration. The gesture, according to Tolu Mustapha, Special Adviser Media and Public Affairs to Hon. Olajide, who represents Ibadan North-West/Ibadan South-West federal constituency of Oyo state in the lower chamber of the national assembly and is also a gubernatorial aspirant in Oyo State, is aimed at supporting members of society, particularly widows, during the holy month. The beneficiaries, drawn from Odidiomo…

Oyo Deputy Governor, Barr. Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal, hosted a group of prominent Muslim leaders, including the Chief Imam of Ogbomosoland, Sheikh Yunus Toliat, to iftar at his Bashorun home in Ibadan on Tuesday. Among the guests were Alhaji Afolabi Daud, PAG group led by Alhaji Agboluaje, Iba Oluyole, Alhaji Illias Adewola, Alhaji Abass Ajao, Imam Rauf Jelili, Hon. Dauda Adam, Alhaji Kunle Sani, and Alhaji Lateef Animasaun. In a brief remark, the Deputy Governor commended the guests for joining him for iftar, and prayed for Governor Seyi Makinde’s good leadership and peace in Oyo state. The Chief Imam and…

In a significant step toward strengthening livestock development and animal health systems in Oyo State, the Director-General of the Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency (OYSADA), The Phenomenal Executive Adviser to Governor Makinde on @agri Agribusiness and International Cooperation and Development, Dr. Debo Akande DBA CMGR FCMI on behalf of the administration of Seyi Makinde FNSE Dsc GSSRS, flagged off the Transboundary Animal Diseases Vaccination exercise in Eruwa under the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES). Leading the first inoculation during the exercise, Dr. Akande described the moment as symbolic of the state government’s commitment to improving livestock productivity,…

The Conference of Supervisory Councillors on Agriculture across Oyo State paid a courtesy visit to the Director-General of the Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency (OYSADA), Dr. Debo Akande DBA CMGR FCMI, where they commended the administration of Seyi Makinde FNSE Dsc GSSRS for its commitment to Agricultural development and grassroots transformation. Speaking during the visit, the Secretary of the forum, Hon. Afeez Ajibola, expressed appreciation to Governor Makinde for what he described as a smooth and people-focused administration. He also applauded the leadership of Dr. Akande at OYSADA for driving policies and initiatives that continue to strengthen…

The Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Bayo Lawal, has extended warm birthday felicitations to the President-General of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII), Sulaimon Ajeniyi Ajewole, describing him as a distinguished son of Ibadanland and a committed leader whose contributions continue to strengthen the unity and development of the ancient city. In a congratulatory message released to mark the birthday of the CCII President-General, the Deputy Governor lauded Barrister Ajewole for his exemplary leadership, dedication to community service, and steadfast commitment to the preservation of the cultural heritage and collective interests of Ibadan indigenes. Barrister Lawal noted that…

The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) has congratulated the Governor of Anambra State, Charles Chukwuma Soludo, on his inauguration for a second term in office, describing his re-election as a clear endorsement of his visionary leadership and transformative governance by the people of the state. In a statement issued on March 17, 2026, the association noted that the Governor’s renewed mandate reflects the confidence and trust reposed in his administration, which it said has consistently demonstrated commitment to progressive policies and people-centered reforms aimed at advancing development across critical sectors, including healthcare, education, innovation, and technology. The…

– As FCT Ward Chairmen, Party Leaders Reiterate Support Former Presidential candidate and Global businessman, Dr Gbenga Hashim, has expressed confidence that Nigeria can regain its economic strength if the country is guided by responsible and visionary leadership. Hashim made the remarks when PDP Chairmen of the 62 wards in FCT Area Council, Local Government Chairmen of the six Area Councils and members of the State Working Committee led by the Chairman, Alhaji Ismail Mohammed Dogara, paid him a thank-you visit at his Utako office Abuja, where they reaffirmed their support for his political vision and pledged to intensify grassroots…

Hon. Adedeji Dhikrullahi Stanley Olajide, House of Representatives member and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial aspirant in Oyo State,  has donated the sum of five million naira towards the development of the Ayete central mosque in Ayete town, Ibarapa central local government area of the state. Olajide Odidiomo made the donation, while addressing the congregation shortly after the congregational jumat prayer at the mosque during a visit to the community. He said the five million was a modest contribution aimed at supporting the ongoing development of the mosque and assured the muslim community in Ayete of his continued support for…