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Governor Seyi Makinde is leaving lasting legacies that will ensure functionality of government Institutions for sustainable developmental programs of government. The Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, disclosed this while playing host in his office to the management of a new radio Station in Ibadan, Melody 100.7FM Prince Oyelade said the focus of the Seyi Makinde administration in the last five years is to empower and entrench government Institutions such that they will be more powerful than those who established them in the first place. The commissioner said institutions such as the Oyo State Anti-corruption Agency (OYACA),…

The Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barr. Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal, has sent his condolences to Oba Khalid Olabisi, the Okere of Sakiland, for the loss of one of his wives, Olori Waliyat Abimbola, describing it a painful loss. In his condolence message on Tuesday, the Deputy Governor, who noted that he was shocked to learn of Olori Waliyat’s passing, prayed Allah to give the monarch and his family the fortitude to bear the irreplaceable loss. “Allah is the giveth and the taketh, the Deputy Governor said, describing Olori Waliyat as a kindhearted person who is loved by everyone for…

Hon. Najeem Omirinde, former Chairman OyoRUWASSA , has expressed deep sadness over the passing of Olori Alhaja Waliyat Olabisi, the beloved wife of His Royal Majesty, Oba Halid Olabisi Ilugbemidepo, the Okere of Saki. In a condolence statement, Hon. Omirinde described Olori Waliyat Olabisi as a pillar of strength and grace, whose contributions to the progress of the Saki Kingdom, stating that commitments and support for the Kabiyesi will always be remembered. “The loss of Olori Waliyat Olabisi is not only a loss to the royal household but to the entire Saki community and Oyo State. She was a…

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.…