The Executive Chairman of Saki West Local Government, Hon. Gbenga Olaleye Akinola, has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the Okere of Sakiland, His Royal Majesty, Oba Dr. Surv. Khalid Olabisi Oyedepo III Ilugbemidepo, over the passing of his beloved wife, Queen Waliyat Olabisi, who died at the age of 40. In a message of sympathy, Hon. Akinola described the late Queen Waliyat as a woman of exceptional virtues who supported the monarch in his efforts to foster unity and development in Sakiland. He praised her humility, kindness, and dedication to her family and the community, noting that her loss is…
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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has appointed Éric Chelle, the former head coach of Mali’s senior men’s national football team, as the new coach of the Super Eagles. Chelle’s appointment marks the third change in leadership for Nigeria’s senior men’s team since José Peseiro stepped down in March 2024. The decision was finalized following the recommendation of the NFF Technical and Development Sub-Committee during a meeting in Abuja on January 2, 2025. This recommendation was endorsed by the NFF Executive Committee on January 7, 2025, and the announcement was made shortly after a hint from NFF President Ibrahim Gusau in…
The People of Grace (POG), a charitable association founded by Mrs. Hadizat Olajumoke Aderogba, celebrated its 5th anniversary on January 2, 2025, with a grand event held at the Abeje multipurpose Hall, Saki. The celebration brought together members, dignitaries, and community leaders to reflect on the association’s achievements and renew its commitment to supporting the less privileged in society. In her welcome address, Mrs. Aderogba, the Chief Executive Officer of POG, expressed gratitude to members for their unwavering dedication over the past five years. She highlighted the association’s impactful contributions, which include supporting schoolchildren, providing hope to widows, combating depression,…
Saki, Oyo State—The ancient city of Saki is in mourning following the death of Olórí Waliyat Olabisi, the second wife of the Okere of Saki, HRM Oba Dr. Surv Khalid Olabisi Oyedepo III Ilugbemidepo. She passed away this morning after a brief illness at the age of 40. Olórí Waliyat was known for her forthrightness and exemplary life, which endeared her to many within and beyond the royal household. Stakeholders and residents of Saki have extolled her virtues, describing her as a woman of grace, humility, and dedication to her family and community. Sympathizers have flocked to the palace to…
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has vowed to ensure that suspects linked to last year’s Ibadan stampede are brought to justice, emphasizing his administration’s determination to eradicate banditry and criminality across the state. Speaking during a state function, Makinde recounted the impact of insecurity, revealing how he chose to celebrate his birthday quietly in Fashola last year due to safety concerns. “Within less than 1.5 kilometers from where I was staying, bandits had set up camps. This is a serious issue, and for us in Oyo State, they will never gain a foothold here. We will locate them, and we…
With profound gratitude to Allah for a life filled with grace and purpose, the passing of Princess Kadijat Abike Adebisi Edionseri (née Elegbede), fondly known as “CASH MADAM,” has been announced. She returned to her Creator on January 5, 2025, at the age of 89, following a brief illness. A great mother and a pillar of the Muslim community, Princess Edionseri was fondly known as Iya Suna Egba, Iya Suna Yewaland, and Iya Suna Ogun State. Her remarkable dedication to her faith and community was on full display during her final public appearance at the installation of Muslim Chiefs in…
Three days after the Southwest Leaders of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) commended Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde for hosting the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of the Union which drew journalists across the federation to Ibadan, the Union at the State level on Friday also expressed its appreciation to the Governor for appointing two former State Secretaries and erstwhile Union leaders as Permanent Secretaries. The appointees; Rotimi Babalola who served as NUJ State Secretary between 2010-2016 and Adeola Oduola who served as Assistant State Secretary 2016-2019 and later State Ex-Officio 2019-2022 respectively were amongst the notable NUJ members…
Saki was in a celebratory mood following Governor Seyi Makinde’s approval of the appointment of 45 Permanent Secretaries and 3 Executive Secretaries in Oyo State. The announcement, described as a record-breaking decision, was signed by the Head of Service, Mrs. Olubunmi Oni MNI, and released by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade. The appointments included several individuals from Saki, further boosting the town’s pride. Barrister Ajuwon Waheed Tijani, Dr Audu Ademola Hakeem, and Alhaji Mustapha Taiwo were named among the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries, while Alhaji Sulaiman Folawiyo was appointed as Tutor General and Mr Adeyemo Olusegun…
The Oyo State Government has said that the distribution of letters of appointment to 5,600 newly recruited basic school teachers in the state will begin on Monday, January 6, 2025. The distribution exercise will take place at Local government Universal Basic Education Authorities, LGUBEAs situated in all local government areas across Oyo state. The Chairman, Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran stated this today during a meeting with Education Secretaries in Ibadan. Dr. Adeniran charged the new teachers to be innovative and embrace modern techniques and approach in imparting knowledge. Adeniran, who restated the Board’s zero…
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has extended his heartfelt wishes to Nigerians as they step into the New Year, expressing optimism about a brighter and more prosperous future for the nation. This is contained in his New Year message, signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Wednesday in Ibadan. Senator Alli lauded the resilience and determination of Nigerians in overcoming challenges and building a stronger nation. The lawmaker emphasised that Nigeria was on the path to economic recovery and sustainable growth under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He urged Nigerians…