Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, is set to commission the newly completed ultra-modern Local Government Service Commission complex on October 2, 2024. The event, which will take place at the state secretariat in Ibadan, is slated to be a key part of the state’s Independence Day celebrations. Governor Makinde made the announcement during an inspection visit to the project site, expressing satisfaction with the quality and progress of the construction. He emphasized that the commissioning of the state-of-the-art complex aligns with his administration’s commitment to enhancing infrastructure and improving the efficiency of government services across the state. The governor noted…
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The trend of Nigerian youths relocating abroad, commonly called “Japa,” has reached alarming levels, driven by many pressing factors. Chief among these is the dire economic situation in the country, characterized by high unemployment rates, inflation, and widespread poverty. Many young Nigerians find themselves grappling with the harsh realities of a stagnant job market where opportunities are limited, leading to a pervasive sense of hopelessness about their futures. In a society where ambition is often met with barriers, the desire for a better life has become a powerful motivator for japa (migration). In addition to the economic challenges, high levels…
President Bola Tinubu has lauded the victory of Senator Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in the recent Edo State governorship election. In a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Tinubu congratulated Senator Okpebholo on his success at the polls, which was officially declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday. Onanuga noted that President Tinubu commended APC national leaders, Edo State party leaders, and governors for their collective efforts in securing the win, describing the outcome as a reflection of the people’s continued trust in the…
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has encouraged Nigerians to remain hopeful and resilient, expressing confidence that Nigeria’s economic challenges would be surmounted in due course. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Sunday in Ibadan. Senator Alli made this assertion during his recent three-day tour of the Ibarapa Zone, aimed at engaging with leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC), youths and community leaders. He had embarked on the tour in response to an invitation from APC leaders in Ibarapa towards fostering unity within the party.…
A tricycle rider on Thursday assaulted an officer of the Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA) who was in an enforcement operation. According to eyewitnesses, the OYRTMA team got to Mokola, Ibadan, to correct illegal parking when the tricycle rider, who parked in front of a commercial bank, became aggressive and fought the officers. The assaulted officer, Toheeb Abbas was severely injured in the attack and was left blood-soaked. Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident. The Chairman, OYRTMA, Major Adekoya Adesagba (rtd) condemned the assault, describing it as a shocking incident. He stated that “attacking…
Oyo State Government, on Friday, announced the release of the 2024 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) Result for Junior Secondary School (JSS 3) students in public and private schools in the state. This is contained In a release signed and made available to journalists in Ibadan by the Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Salihu Adelabu. The release indicated that the Principals of the Private and Public Schools should visit their respective Local Inspector of Education (LIE) offices for their results by Monday,23rd September 2024. Prof. Adelabu noted that the prompt release of the result was part of the…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on all stakeholders in the upcoming Edo State governorship elections, scheduled for Saturday, September 21, 2024, to conduct themselves with peace and sportsmanship. In a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the President urged the governorship candidates, political parties, and their supporters to respect the democratic process and the will of the people. He expressed his confidence in the voters’ ability to make informed decisions regarding their future leaders. President Tinubu stressed that democracy flourishes through civility, tolerance, patience, and adherence to the rules of the electoral…
“Criticisms and commendations are like twins. For any meaningful progress to be made, both must exist side by side.” – Seyi MakindeWhen I saw the interview by self-proclaimed ‘die-hard critic’ of the Seyi Makinde administration, one Sola Abegunde, I read it in the hopes that there would be some meaningful takeaways that would make the Makinde administration sit up and do better. It is a well-known fact that Makinde has always stated that he is open to listening to constructive criticism and adjusting policies and projects based on feedback.Alas, I was disappointed! It seems critics like Abegunde intend to rewrite…
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has officially released the results of the June/July 2024 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) Internal, showing improvements in candidate performance and a significant reduction in malpractice incidents. During a press briefing in Minna, NECO Registrar Professor Dantani Wushishi shared detailed statistics on the examination outcomes. Out of 1,376,423 registered candidates, 1,367,736 sat for the exams, with 706,950 males and 669,473 females participating. A notable 60.55 percent of candidates, translating to 828,284 students, achieved five credits or more in key subjects, including English Language and Mathematics. This performance increases to 83.90 percent when considering candidates who…
The Chairman of Aare Latosa LCDA, Hon. Ayoade Akeem Adewale, has reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to improving social infrastructure and enhancing the welfare of residents within the LCDA. During a need assessment tour of various wards, Hon. Ayoade emphasized the importance of addressing the specific needs of the community to foster economic growth and create a conducive living environment. Highlighting the significance of the inspection, Ayoade noted that familiarizing himself with the pressing needs of the people was crucial to ensuring effective governance. He assured residents that his administration would take immediate steps to address the identified challenges, with a…