Author: Bolanle Akinwalere

Emmanuel Alayande University of Education, Oyo, has announced the appointment of seasoned procurement expert, Mr. Taofik Ajibola Balaro, as its new Director of Procurement. His appointment, effective from April 1, 2025, was approved by the institution’s Governing Council and conveyed through a statement by the Registrar and Secretary to the Council, Mrs. Olubunmi Siju’ Asunmo. The announcement, also released by the University’s Media and Public Relations Officer, Wale Adeoye, highlights Mr. Balaro’s extensive background in procurement management. A native of Oja-‘ba in Ibadan, Balaro was born on August 26, 1969, and holds multiple qualifications in the field, including an OND…

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has approved fresh appointments into key government bodies, naming the Chairman and members of the Oyo State Local Government Commission and additional members for the Oyo State Pilgrims Welfare Board (Muslim Wing). This development follows the governor’s earlier appointment of Alhaji Hashim Atere and Alhaji Abdulrasheed Olokuta as Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Pilgrims Welfare Board (Muslim Wing), respectively. In a letter signed by the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Honourable Segun Ogunwuyi, the newly appointed members of the Local Government Commission are: – Hon. Akinwale Akinwole, Chairman, – Mr. Yusuf Ali Akinkunmi,…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has responded to widespread inquiries regarding his stance on recent political developments, particularly the defection of some PDP members to the ruling party. In a strongly worded statement, Atiku reaffirmed his commitment to democratic values, emphasizing that freedom of association and expression are non-negotiable rights. He stated that while political realignments and defections are common in any democracy, they should not distract from the country’s deeper issues. “I bear no grudges against anyone for exercising their right to political alignment,” Atiku said, adding that democracy begins to crumble when the rule of law, credible elections,…

Governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have firmly ruled out the possibility of the party joining any political merger or coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. The decision was part of a comprehensive communiqué issued at the end of the 4th meeting of the PDP Governors’ Forum (PDPGF) for 2025, held in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Monday, April 15. No to Merger, Yes to New Members Amid growing national speculations regarding possible mergers among political parties and associations, the PDP governors maintained that the party would not enter into any merger or…

The Oyo State Government has established standardized regulations and fixed a control price of ₦14,000 per meter for the drilling of groundwater abstraction, commonly known as borehole drinking water, across the state. The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Arc. Abdulmojeed Mogbonjubola, disclosed this during an interactive meeting between the Ministry and stakeholders in groundwater abstraction, held at the House of Chiefs, Secretariat, Ibadan. He emphasized that the stakeholders’ meeting was convened to address the challenges faced by groundwater abstraction practitioners and develop collaborative solutions for the sustainable management of this vital resource. Hon. Mogbonjubola further noted that engaging with…

Tragedy struck in Akure, the Ondo State capital, as the Chief Executive Officer of Klass Five Hotel and well-known socialite, Adesoji Adeleye, was found dead in his hotel room in the early hours of Tuesday. Adeleye, who had chosen to spend the night at his hotel located in the Arakale area, was discovered brutally stabbed multiple times by unidentified attackers. Sources say the perpetrators gained access to his room unnoticed, despite other occupants being present in the hotel at the time. One of his close associates, who had spent time with him on Monday night, revealed that they had parted…

Dr. Omololu Olunloyo, a former Governor of old Oyo State and elder statesman, has died. He passed away at exactly 1:40 a.m. in a private hospital after a brief illness, according to a close source to the family who confirmed the news. Olunloyo, a distinguished academic and politician, held several pioneering positions in the country’s educational institutions. He was the first Rector of both The Polytechnic, Ibadan and the Kwara State Polytechnic. He also held traditional titles as the Balogun of Oyo and the Otun Bobasewa of Ife. A respected figure in Nigeria’s political and intellectual landscape, Dr. Olunloyo was…

Council members for LAUTECH are: Professor Ayodeji Omole as Chairman, Professor R. O. R. Kalilu as vice Chancellor; Professor A. T. J. Ogunkunle – Deputy Vice Chancellor, Strategy and Development; Professor Dauda Araromi – Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic and Innovation; Mr. Idowu Olukunle Adeosun, Mrs. Titilayomi Ahmadu, ⁠Mr. Jelili Bamidele Busari, Mr. Teslim Adediran and Mrs Yinka Balogun – Registrar. The newly-inaugurated Governing Council members for Abiola Ajimobi Technical University are Dr Adesola Kazeem Adeduntan – Chairman; Professor Adesola Ajayi – Vice Chancellor; Professor Iyiola Tella – Deputy Vice-Chancellor; Hon. Seyi Joseph Adisa, ⁠Professor (Engr.) Samson Olakunle Ojoawo, Professor Mojeed…

Chief Yekini Adeojo, a prominent politician and elder statesman, has passed away. A key figure in Nigerian politics, Adeojo was the first gubernatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State and served as a member of the PDP Board of Trustees. His death has drawn widespread tributes from across the political landscape, with many acknowledging his role in strengthening democracy and fostering development in Oyo State. Chief Adeojo is survived by his children, including Hon. Sheriff Adeojo, the Executive Chairman of Ido Local Government, and Hon. Elias Adeojo, the Chairman of the Oyo State Water Corporation, among…

Bashir Bayo Ojulari, the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC), is a distinguished Nigerian engineer with a wealth of experience in petroleum, process, and production engineering. His career spans several decades, during which he has held key leadership roles in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector and beyond. Early Life and Education Ojulari hails from Kwara State and pursued his higher education at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. He obtained a degree in Mechanical Engineering from 1985 to 1989, laying the foundation for his future contributions to the oil and gas industry. Professional Journey Ojulari began…