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A leading gospel music singer, Babatunmise Agboola, has described Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, as a results-driven leader who allows his results to speak for him.Agboola, who is also the Chief Executive Officer of The Best Event Company, stated this during an interview with The People’s Verdict. According to him, “Governor Seyi Makinde is an action-driven man who does not talk too much, and some of us have learnt a lot from that. He just allows the actions and the results to speak. In my few years on earth, I have learnt that nobody argues with the result, and the…

Amofin Beulah Adeoye, president of the Beulah Adeoye Foundation, has extended his warmest congratulations to the newly appointed Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho (FUNATO), Prof. Olaniyi Jacob Babayemi. The Oke-Ogun-born legal icon described the appointment of Prof. Babayemi as pioneer Vice Chancellor of the university as a well deserved considering his track records as Animal Scientist and global scholar in animal production. Amofin Adeoye said appointment of former Dean, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ibadan comes at a time when the demand for quality, innovative, and inclusive higher education tailored towards agriculture and technology…

The newly established Federal University of Agriculture and Technology (FUNATO), Okeho, Oyo State, has announced the appointment of its pioneer Vice Chancellor and Bursar, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s journey. Professor Jacob Babayemi, a renowned scholar in Animal Science from the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ibadan, has been named the university’s first Vice Chancellor. An indigene of Okeho in Oke-Ogun, Prof. Babayemi is also the 16th President of the Nigerian Society of Animal Production (NSAP). His appointment is widely regarded as a source of pride for the host community and a strategic choice to position FUNATO as…

The Federal University of Agriculture and Technology (FUNATO), Okeho, Oyo State, has announced the appointment of Dr. Kazeem Olarewaju Popoola as its pioneer Bursar. Dr. Popoola, a distinguished Chartered Accountant, academic, and seasoned administrator, brings a wealth of experience to the new role. His appointment is a bold step towards entrenching financial discipline, accountability, and strategic management within Nigeria’s higher education system. Before his appointment, Dr. Popoola headed the Finance Division of the Federal Polytechnic, Ayede, where he also served as a member of the institution’s Governing Council. A thoroughbred professional, Dr. Popoola is a Fellow and member of several…

Beginning September 1, 2025, Nigerians seeking to obtain or renew passports within the country will pay double the current fees, following a review announced by the Federal Government. In a statement signed by the Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), ACI AS Akinlabi, the new rates were introduced to safeguard the “quality and integrity” of the Nigerian passport. Under the revised structure, the 32-page booklet with five-year validity will now cost ₦100,000, up from ₦50,000, while the 64-page passport with 10-year validity will attract ₦200,000, compared to the previous ₦100,000. Interestingly, the increment does not affect Nigerians…

The Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA) has issued a directive mandating its officers to wear officially approved uniforms during enforcement operations. This move comes after numerous complaints from the public regarding officers conducting arrests and enforcement activities while dressed in mufti and unapproved uniforms. The Chairman, OYRTMA, Major Adesagba Adekoya (rtd.), disclosed this today, while addressing all zonal commanders across Oyo state. He said wearing uniforms is essential for maintaining professionalism, transparency, and public trust. “The use of mufti for enforcement can lead to confusion, fear, and undermine the legitimacy of operations. Moreover, it opens officers to accusations…

The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Oyo State chapter, has officially inaugurated its newly elected state executive officers, with Comrade Ayobami Adeogun taking the oath of office for a second term as president. The swearing-in ceremony, which took place on Monday, at the State NULGE Secretariat, M.K.O. Abiola Way, Challenge, Ibadan, was conducted by the union’s National President General, Comrade Aliyu Haruna Kankara, who was represented by his Deputy, Comrade Babalola Rufus Adeyemi. The event drew union veterans, state officers, branch chairmen, stakeholders, and members from across the 33 Local Government Areas and 35 Local Council Development Areas…

It is yet another academic feat for Dr. (Barr.) Y.Y. Muslim, as the renowned scholar, orator, and academician has earned a PhD in Law from the Faculty of Law, University of Ibadan, the nation’s premier university. This remarkable achievement adds to his rich academic profile, as Dr. Muslim had earlier obtained a PhD in English, making him one of the few scholars to attain doctoral degrees in two distinct fields. Currently a Lecturer at The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Dr. Muslim is well-regarded for his intellectual depth and teaching prowess. He previously served as the Director of the institution’s Saki Campus, where…

The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has formally resolved to zone its 2027 presidential ticket to the South, while maintaining the current National Working Committee (NWC) zoning arrangement ahead of the party’s elective convention slated for November. The decision, taken at the NEC meeting on Monday in Abuja, followed the adoption of the report of the PDP convention zoning committee chaired by Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri. Governor Diri explained that the recommendation emanated from extensive deliberations at the PDP Governors’ Forum meeting held on Saturday in Gusau, Zamfara State. That gathering brought together stakeholders,…

The Aare Isese of Oyo State, Chief Omikunmi Egbelade, has described the administration of Governor Seyi Makinde as an inclusive one that gives every group a sense of belonging while ensuring equity among the diverse people and interests in the state. Egbelade, also the Baba Yemoja, said this in an interview with The People’s Verdict.According to him, “Makinde has been running an inclusive administration. Despite being a Christian, he has given adequate recognition to all religions. He does not discriminate against any religion. It is during this Makinde administration that Oyo State is really experiencing full independence. We, traditional religion…