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The Court of Appeal in Abuja has overturned a previous decision by the Federal High Court, allowing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to release the voters’ register to the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) for the local government elections, which have already been held. In its ruling on Thursday, the appellate court, led by Justice Onyekachi Otisi, determined that the Federal High Court had no jurisdiction over the matter. It further clarified that Section 28 of the Electoral Act pertains only to federal, governorship, and Federal Capital Territory area council elections, and not to state-administered elections. The Court…

The Oyo State Government has unveiled the first list of qualified candidates for the 2024 recruitment exercise of the Oyo State Post Primary Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM). Governor Seyi Makinde has instructed the release of names for newly appointed teachers and non-teaching staff as part of the ongoing recruitment process. Alhaji Haroon, a government official, encouraged all candidates to visit the official state portal at tescom.jonportal.oyostate.gov.ng starting Monday, November 25, 2024, to check their names. He cautioned the public to disregard any unauthorized lists circulating, assuring that only the official list will be available on the state’s portal. Haroon emphasized…

The House of Representatives has launched investigations into two pressing issues affecting Nigeria: allegations of age falsification in the civil service and the unethical harvesting and sale of human eggs. During Thursday’s plenary, Rep. Yusuf Ahmed Badau moved a motion highlighting how age falsification within the civil service is aggravating Nigeria’s unemployment crisis. Citing a National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) report showing a 5.3% rise in unemployment in late 2024, Badau stressed the urgency of addressing this issue to create job opportunities for young graduates. The House adopted the motion and tasked its committees on Public Service Matters, Special Duties,…

Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has felicitated with his Oyo North counterpart, Senator Abdulfatai Buhari on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a dedicated public servant whose contributions to the progress of Oyo State and Nigeria remain commendable. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available to newsmen on Thursday in Ibadan. Senator Alli lauded Buhari for his unwavering commitment to the welfare of his constituents and his exemplary contributions to debate at the National Assembly. The lawmaker said that the celebrant’s legislative achievements and leadership qualities have…

The Oyo State Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters has finalized preparations for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) for ad-hoc staff who successfully registered on the Local Government job portal. The test is a critical step in the ongoing recruitment process. The CBT will take place on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at the University of Ibadan Distance Learning Centre (CBT Hall), located on Sasa Road, Ibadan. In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Demola Ojo, the test schedule was detailed as follows: Hon. Ojo urged all eligible applicants who properly submitted their applications…

The Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has announced the release of the names of 5,600 newly recruited primary school teachers and 80 caregivers in the state. The SUBEB Chairman, Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran, disclosed this in Ibadan, stating that the list had been approved by Governor Seyi Makinde. According to him, these new recruits represent the first batch of successful applicants from the recently conducted OYOSUBEB recruitment exercise. Applicants are advised to check the list by visiting the job portal at https://www.jobportal.oyostate.gov.ng, where it will be available starting Saturday, November 23, 2024. Dr. Adeniran noted that the 5,600…

President Bola Tinubu has approved a reorganization of the State House media and communications team to enhance the efficiency of the government’s communication machinery. The restructuring involves changes to the roles of two recently appointed officials: These roles complement the existing position of Special Adviser, Information and Strategy, held by Bayo Onanuga. According to Onanuga, the Presidency does not have a single individual spokesperson. Instead, the three Special Advisers will collectively serve as spokespersons for the government, ensuring effective and consistent communication of policies, decisions, and engagements. This announcement reinforces the Presidency’s commitment to streamlined and collaborative communication.

The Old-Oyo Federal Road, a critical artery in Ogbomoso plagued by years of neglect, is finally set for rehabilitation. The project’s flag-off today by Senator Buhari AbdulFatahi, Ph.D., representing Oyo North Senatorial District, marks a turning point for commuters and residents who have long endured the road’s deplorable condition. Senator Buhari’s intervention came after he raised a motion in the Senate, challenging the Minister of Works to address the abandoned stretch of the Lagos-Ibadan-Oyo-Ogbomoso dual carriageway. This decisive action underscores his proactive approach to governance, blending legislative oversight with strategic advocacy. The senator’s dedication was evident just days earlier when…

Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has expressed heartfelt condolences to the Olugbon of Orile-Igbon, Oba Francis Alao, over the passage of his beloved mother, Deaconess Margaret Oyeronke Alao. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available to newsmen on Sunday in Ibadan. Deaconess Margaret Oyeronke Alao passed away in the early hours of Friday at the age of 81 after a period of illness. Senator Alli described the death of Deaconess Alao as a significant loss not only to the royal family of Orile-Igbon but also to all those who…

Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has congratulated Gov. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa on his well-deserved victory in the just-concluded governorship election in Ondo State. 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 described the victory as a testament to Gov. Aiyedatiwa’s exemplary leadership, commitment to good governance and the trust reposed in him by the people of Ondo State. “Your re-election is a clear indication of the confidence and support you have earned through your dedication to the development and progress of Ondo…