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Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has congratulated the Executive Director (Planning & Design), Ogun-Oshun River Basin Development Authority (O-ORBDA), Alhaji Adewale Adeoye on his nomination as a recipient of the prestigious Distinguished Nigerian Award. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available to newsmen on Monday in Ibadan. The award, which recognised excellence in public service, will be presented at the forthcoming ceremony aimed at honouring outstanding Nigerians who have made significant contributions to the nation. Senator Alli praised Adeoye for his dedication and commitment to national development, describing the…

Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has called for a renewed commitment to the ideals of unity and nation-building as the nation celebrates its 64th Independence Anniversary. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Monday in Ibadan. Senator Alli commended the resilience, unity and unwavering commitment of Nigerians to the progress of the country, urging them to honour the sacrifices of the nation’s founding fathers by contributing positively to nations building and development. The lawmaker described Nigeria’s journey since independence as challenging, but lauded the country’s collective…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to address the nation on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 7 a.m. as part of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day celebrations. The anticipated broadcast comes at a time when the country faces a series of economic, security, and social challenges, with many citizens looking to the president for direction and reassurance. The nationwide broadcast will be carried by television, radio, and other electronic media platforms, with the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) and the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) providing the main network services. Tinubu’s address is expected to touch on the government’s efforts to…

In a significant milestone for Nigeria’s judiciary, Justice Kudirat Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun was sworn in as the 23rd Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) on Monday, becoming only the second woman to hold the position in the country’s history. The ceremony, held at the Council Chamber of the State House in Abuja, was witnessed by former Chief Justices, including the first female CJN, Aloma Mukhtar, as well as other senior members of the judiciary. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu officiated the oath-taking ceremony and emphasized his administration’s unwavering commitment to upholding the independence and integrity of the judiciary. He underscored the critical role…

With the announcement today of the appointment of Mr Joseph Tegbe as the DG of Nigeria-China Relations, it becomes clear that Oyo APC must have committed an unforgivable sin against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. As of the time Joseph Tegbe’s appointment was announced, he was and remains a card-carrying member of the PDP. Joseph Tegbe left Oyo APC in 2023 to join PDP when it was clear to him that he stood no chance of picking the governorship ticket of the APC. Since President Bola Tinubu has been in the presidency, he has been marginalizing Oyo APC in the scheme…

As part of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day celebrations, the Federal Government handed over 64 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to representatives of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), and the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) at a ceremony held at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja. The distribution of these buses is seen as a crucial step in reducing transportation costs for Nigerians and boosting public transport efficiency. Led by the Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, the government delegation also included the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed…

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has commended President Bola Tinubu for appointing Mogaji Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as the Director-General and Global Liaison for the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership. The union, however, called for increased recognition of Oyo State’s contributions to Tinubu’s 2023 electoral victory, noting that the state deserves more appointments in the current administration. In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman of the Oyo NUJ, Chief Ademola Babalola, and Secretary, Comrade Olusola Oladapo, the union hailed Tegbe’s appointment, describing it as well-deserved. The NUJ highlighted Tegbe’s track record of excellence, pointing to his first-class honours…

The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) in the Saki-West Local Government Area successfully conducted a seamless handover ceremony held recently. The event marked the formal transfer of responsibilities from the outgoing End Well Committee to the newly appointed members, witnessed by NULGE executives, End Well Committee members, and other union members. During the ceremony, NULGE Chairman Comrade Ajuwon Ibrahim expressed heartfelt gratitude to the outgoing End Well Committee, led by Chairman Alhaji Adegboye Yekeen, for their outstanding work and contributions. He commended their diligent service and wished them success in their future endeavors. In his remarks to the…

Alhaji Bashir Olumuyiwa Alade, Chairman of ATISBO Local Government Area in Oyo State, marked his first 100 days in office with the commissioning of several critical projects aimed at improving security and infrastructure within the community. These projects included the construction of a block of three offices with a toilet and cell for the Amotekun security post in Ago-Are, a two-room office with a toilet and cell for the police security post in the Alakuko area of Tede, and a motorized borehole in Irawo, all of which were inaugurated on Thursday. Speaking during the event, Alade outlined some of his…

Marking his first 100 days in office, Hon. Ayoade Akeem Adewale, Political Head/Administrator of Aare Latosa LCDA, empowered youths across the council with POS machines and startup capital. This initiative complements Gov. Seyi Makinde’s ongoing efforts to enhance the welfare of Oyo State citizens through a people-focused agenda. In his keynote speech, Ayoade highlighted Gov. Makinde’s administration’s commitment to alleviating the effects of national economic hardship. He noted various empowerment programs, palliatives, and skills training as part of the state’s ongoing efforts to improve the living conditions of Oyo residents. Ayoade stressed the importance of grassroots empowerment, especially for the…