An Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan on Tuesday ordered the remand of Adekunle Fatai, 40, and Sabitu Kolapo, 33, in a correctional facility for allegedly mutilating a deceased woman’s body and possessing an illegal firearm. Fatai and Kolapo, whose addresses remain undisclosed, face charges of conspiracy, tampering with a corpse, and unlawful firearm possession. Magistrate Mrs. M. Olagbenro declined to take the defendants’ plea due to lack of jurisdiction. She instructed the police to forward the case file to the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) for legal advice and adjourned the case until October 29 for further mention. According to…
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The Oyo State House of Assembly has confirmed the appointment of Hon. Femi Julius Okedoyin, a former lawmaker representing Saki West State Constituency, as the new Chairman of the House Service Commission. This confirmation came following the reconstitution of the commission’s board by Governor Seyi Makinde. In a letter dated July 23, 2024, and read on the floor of the House, Governor Makinde submitted the nomination of Hon. Okedoyin for the chairmanship. Alongside Okedoyin, the Governor nominated other commissioners for the board: Hon. Moses Olawuyi Ojoawo representing Oyo South Senatorial District as Commissioner 1, Hon. Olanrewaju Oladimeji representing Oyo North…
The Oyo State government has recruited not fewer than 500 new officers into the Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA), aimed at enhancing traffic regulation across the state. This was announced by the Chairman, OYRTMA, Major Adekoya Adesagba (rtd), during an ongoing training session at NYSC Orientation Camp in Iseyin. Adesagba emphasized that the training is intended to equip the new officers with the necessary skills to effectively carry out their duties on the roads. Initially, Governor Makinde approved recruitment of 338 officers, but due to high demand, an additional 162 recruitment was approved upon request. The Chairman noted…
The Oyo State government, has organized an induction workshop for the Thirty-Three (33) Local Government Chairmen, Vice Chairmen and Councillors in the State. The workshop was in collaboration with KloverHarris Innovative Solutions Limited was held in Ibadan recently Governor, Seyi Makinde who said the induction workshop is aimed at keeping the officers abreast of current global best practices for effective services delivery. Represented by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Ademola Ojo, Makinde implored them to be agents of change. He equally urged them to strive to be the best in the course of discharging their duties,…
The Oyo State Community and Social Development Agency (OYCSDA) has launched a significant empowerment program, distributing foodstuffs and cash gifts to 300 widows, people living with disabilities, and other vulnerable citizens across the state. The initiative, part of the NG-CARES program, is in collaboration with the Federal Government and the World Bank and is designed to provide much-needed support to the state’s most vulnerable populations. The distribution began in Lagelu and Akinyele local government areas, specifically at Alegongo, Akobo, and the Akinyele Local Government Secretariat in Ibadan on Monday, and will continue across the state. Each beneficiary received packs of…
In a landmark decision, the Senate has passed the National Minimum Wage Bill, 2024. The bill, which was forwarded by President Bola Tinubu, received approval during its first, second, and third readings on Tuesday. President Tinubu emphasized that the bill not only prescribes a new national minimum wage but also establishes a legal framework for its periodic review. The new minimum wage set by the bill is N70,000, a substantial increase from the previous N30,000. Furthermore, the bill reduces the interval for reviewing the minimum wage from five years to three years, ensuring more frequent adjustments to better reflect the…
Operatives of the Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 10 individuals suspected of illegal mining activities in Ogbomoso, Oyo State. The suspects were apprehended with six trucks fully loaded with lithium, a highly valuable mineral. The arrested suspects are Yunusa Adisa, Ganiyu Kazeem, Muideen Babayemi, Sulaiman Usman, Adeleke Waliu, Tiamiyu Rokeeb, Olusola Sunday, Oyedokun Oluwagbemiga, Sulaimon Ishiaq, and Olufimihan Eniola. Their arrest followed credible intelligence reports about their involvement in the unlawful extraction and transportation of solid mineral resources, particularly lithium, to undisclosed locations. The EFCC’s swift action underscores its commitment to curbing…
In a major stride towards empowering the local community, Hon. Gbenga Olaleye Akinola, Executive Chairman of Saki West Local Government, announced a new Agriculture Empowerment Initiative aimed at boosting local farming and supporting residents. This was made known during the swearing-in ceremony of Supervisory Councilors and Special Assistants held on Monday at the local government secretariat, Saki. Addressing the audience, Hon. Akinola highlighted the key components of the initiative, designed to provide substantial support to local farmers. “We are dedicated to empowering our people and enhancing agricultural productivity in Saki West. This week, we will roll out the Agriculture Empowerment…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) announced on Monday that the result slips for the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) are now available for printing. In a statement signed by the Head of Public Relations, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, JAMB detailed that the result slips, which include candidates’ photographs and advanced security features, can be printed from approved Computer-Based Test (CBT) centers starting from Monday, July 22, 2024. “Please note that result slips cannot be printed from cyber cafes or other internet-enabled platforms,” the statement read. Dr. Benjamin further advised candidates to adhere to the approved channels for printing…
In a significant step forward for Saki West Local Government, Honorable Gbenga Olaleye Akinola, the Executive Chairman, presided over the swearing-in ceremony of eleven Supervisory Councilors and eleven Special Assistants. The event, held in the presence of distinguished guests, marked the beginning of a new chapter in the governance of the local government. Addressing the audience, Hon. Akinola emphasized the importance of the occasion and the responsibilities that come with the newly appointed positions. “Today, we gather to swear in our newly appointed Supervisory Councillors and Special Assistants. This event marks the beginning of a new chapter in the governance…