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Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has charged the Nigerian Military to intensify its efforts in 2025 to combat terrorism, kidnapp ing, armed banditry, and other security threats that could hinder the country’s economic development. The Governor made this call during the closing ceremony of the 2024 Base Sociocultural Activities (BASA) and Veterans’ Parley of the 655 Nigerian Air Force Station in Ibadan. Represented by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, Governor Makinde reflected on 2024 as a successful year, expressing appreciation for the military’s pivotal role in maintaining peace and security in the state throughout…

Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has promised to review pensioners’ wages and gratuities, clear the backlog of arrears and revisit the Contributory Pension Scheme in the state. He also vowed to get rid of banditry and other crimes, charging traditional rulers to oversee and exercise authority in their domains with a view to helping the government improve security in the state. Governor Makinde made these remarks at the 2025 Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service, the 6th edition since 2019, held at the Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan. The governor commended the state’s workforce and the labour union leaders for their support and…

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has expressed his condolences to Ondo State Governor, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on the demise of the Secretary to Ondo State Government, Mr Tayo Oluwatuyi. Makinde, in a statement on Saturday, described the death of Mr Oluwatuyi as painful and shocking. The governor, who also condoled with Ondo State Government, the family of the late SSG as well as the people of the state, prayed that God would grant them the fortitude to bear the loss. Makinde said, “I commiserate with Ondo State governor, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on the unfortunate death of the Secretary to…

*PRESS REL The Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has approved 45 new Permanent Secretaries, and three Executive Secretaries into relevant sectors of the State. This was disclosed in a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade. According to a document which was signed by the Head of Service, Mrs. Olubunmi Oni, mni, 16 Permanent Secretaries are deployed into the mainstream, six newly appointed Inspectors General of Education, six Permanent Secretaries into the health sector, seven new Permanent Secretaries into the local government sector, one new Permanent Secretary/Clerk of the House of Assembly, a newly…

BREAKING NEWS! Governor Seyi Makinde of oyo state has just approved the appointment of a record 45 Permanent Secretaries and 3 Executive Secretaries. The announcement was signed by the Head of Service Mrs Olubunmi Oni MNI and released by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation Prince Dotun Oyelade. Details of the report follows shortly

Governor Seyi Makinde of oyo state has just approved the appointment of a record 45 Permanent Secretaries and 3 Executive Secretaries. The announcement was signed by the Head of Service Mrs Olubunmi Oni MNI and released by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation Prince Dotun Oyelade. Details of the report follows shortly

Nigerian telecommunications companies have submitted a proposed 100 per cent increase in their tariffs to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). During an interview with Arise TV on Thursday, the Chief Executive Officer of MTN Nigeria, Karl Toriola, stated that the increase is to address rising operational costs, including inflation and increased service delivery expenses. Toriola, however, expressed uncertainty about the proposal being approved by telecom regulator NCC. He said the hike became imperative to sustain the industry bedevilled by significant financial pressures due to rising operational costs. “We’ve put forward requests of approximately 100 per cent tariff increases to regulators.…

Every great state is the product of a great vision. Vision is the compass that guides a state into its desired destination. The vision encapsulates the aspiration of the state; where it wants to be and what it wants to become. Hence, great leaders always live in the possibilities of the future, not the limitations of the moment. They do not allow the realities of the present to muzzle them, rather they are motivated by the prospects the future offers and allow the possibilities to dictate their course of actions. Without a compelling vision, a state will neither actualize…

Oil marketers and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority have said the prices of refined petroleum products are to drop further following the commencement of operations at the Warri Refining and Petrochemicals Company Limited. Dealers in the downstream oil sector said competition in the space would now be stiffer, as domestic refiners would be forced to reduce prices to get buyers. They stated this on Monday following the announcement by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited that the 125,000 barrels per day WRPC in Delta State had commenced operations. NNPCL also announced plans to begin the export…

By Lawrence Agbo The clock is ticking down to say goodbye to 2024 and welcome 2025 with joy, hope, and lots of fun. New Year’s Eve is an important time to reflect on the past, connect, dream, and think about the future, regardless of whether you would rather party all night or just relax and unwind at home. 1. Attend a Crossover Service For many of us, New Year’s Eve is more than simply a celebration; it’s an opportunity to reflect, give gratitude, and pray for the coming year. Spending the evening at a church, mosque, or other religious…