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Prominent indigenes of Igboora, Ibarapa Central headquarters, erupted in joy as the Igboora Progress Union was reborn, ending a 32-year hiatus and rekindling collective hopes. An interim steering committee led by Pastor Alex Oladeji was inaugurated for the union at its general assembly on Saturday, December 27. The IPU, once the apex association driving Igboora’s development, collapsed in 1993, leaving a leadership vacuum despite several unsuccessful revival efforts over the decades. The long-awaited revival finally materialised in December 2025, signalling a renewed commitment to unity, progress and organised community development among Igboora sons and daughters. Mr Sola Adeleke, the Chairman,…
The Lawmaker representing the Akinyele/Lagelu Federal Constituency, Oyo Hon. (Prince) Akinmoyede Olafisoye Wasiu has felicitated with the Christian faithfuls in his federal constituency, Oyo state and Nigeria as they joined their counterparts to celebrate the year 2025 Christmas festival. In a statement issued by the Lawmaker’s Special Assistant on Media, Alimi Abdullahi Ajofeebo, he described the Christmas season as a period for sober reflection on the life of Jesus Christ and God’s faithfulness in humanity. Hon. Lafi stressed further that the essence of celebrating Christmas is to remember the exemplary life which Jesus Christ lived that was full of compassion,…
The Chairman of the Oyo State Local Government Staff Pension Board, Hon Akeem Ademola Ige has expressed his heartfelt felicitation to the Executive Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency , Engr Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde on his 58th birthday . The congratulatory message was contained in a statement and made available to news men in Ibadan today. Hon Ige described the governor as a visionary leader, a role model and a man of the people who has the interest of the people of the state at heart. In his words, “on behalf of the management, entire members of staff, retired Local…
Oyo State House of Assembly hopeful, Afijio state Constituency, Hon. Emmanuel Adedokun Adeyemo, has congratulated the Executive Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde, on the occasion of his 58th birthday. In a goodwill message made available to the press, Hon. Adeyemo praised Governor Makinde’s leadership and commitment to people focused governance, noting that his administration has continued to deliver developmental strides across Oyo State. According to him, the Governor’s dedication to transparency, accountability, and infrastructural growth has strengthened public confidence in governance and inspired young leaders across the state. “I sincerely felicitate His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde,…
The chairmanship hopeful and former Executive Secretary of Ibadan South East Local Government, Hon. (Engr.) Sunday Anthony Babatunde has felicitated the Executive Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde, on the occasion of his 58th birthday, while also rejoicing with Christian faithful on the celebration of Christmas. In a felicitation statement released through his Director of Strategic Media and Publicity, Kehinde Gbadeyanka, Hon. Babatunde described Governor Makinde’s birthday as an act of divine grace, noting that it coincided with the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. He explained that Governor Makinde has demonstrated to the people of…
The National Secretary of the People’s Democratic Party, Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja has congratulated the Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde on the occasion of his 58th birthday anniversary. In a birthday congratulatory message issued and made available to journalists through his Personal Assistant, Bamitale Ibrahim, Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja described Governor Makinde as a visionary leader who has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the progress and development of Oyo State since 2019 when he came on board. The statement read: “On behalf of myself and family, I congratulate your Excellency, a visionary leader, Engr. Seyi Makinde, on the auspicious occasion of…
Hon. Alatishe Dolapo, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) hopeful for the Oyo State House of Assembly, Ibadan South-East Local Government Constituency 01, has intensified his grassroots consultation tour across the constituency, reaffirming his commitment to people-centred leadership and inclusive development. Over the past weeks, Hon. Alatishe Dolapo has engaged extensively with PDP ward executives, party elders, and residents across multiple wards, listening to their concerns and sharing his vision for strengthening local infrastructure, expanding access to quality primary healthcare, and creating sustainable employment opportunities for young people through skills acquisition and small-business support. Speaking during the consultations, Hon. Alatishe Dolapo…
> After reading Senator Abba Moro’s statement, one clearly understands what it means to be a committed party loyalist who protects the interests of his party. This stands in sharp contrast to the expelled Wike, whose mission since his appointment by the APC has been to recruit individuals within the PDP in order to undermine and destroy the party. How on earth can Wike tell members of the Reconciliation Committee that the PDP must not field a presidential candidate in order for there to be peace? Such a position is both absurd and destructive. May the peace of God remain…
The emergence of Barrister Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, S.A.N., former Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, as Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party at the historic Ibadan National Convention of 16th November, 2025, has ushered in a refreshing dawn for the party. An ebullient leader with proven capacity, strategic depth, and uncommon energy, Barrister Turaki hit the ground running from day one, clearly demonstrating that his election was both timely and purposeful. Within just one month in office, his leadership has been marked by decisive engagements, bridge-building across party strata, renewed internal consultations, and a deliberate effort to restore discipline,…
Governor Seyi Makinde, in his unwavering commitment to safeguarding the lives and property of citizens, has continued to implement decisive measures to strengthen the security architecture of Oyo State. From the inception of his administration, Governor Makinde identified security as a central pillar for accelerated development in any modern society. He understands that a secure environment is essential for attracting investors, creating employment opportunities for thousands of graduates, and lifting citizens out of poverty. To this end, the Governor has consistently supported the military and paramilitary formations in the state through the provision of patrol vans, logistics, and various incentives…