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Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has declared that residents of the state and Nigerians should be thankful to God for surviving 2020, stating that though many would describe the year as a tough one, God’s grace saw them through the various challenges that characterised the year. The governor maintained that despite various events that set the state back economically, the state government was still able to record a huge reduction in the infrastructure deficit of the state. Makinde, according to a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, stated these in a 2021 New Year Address made available to newsmen in Ibadan. He noted that though 2020 was characterised by drop in oil prices, which led to a huge drop in revenue from federal allocations and the attendant economic meltdown, the COVID-19 pandemic and the aftermath of the #EndSARS protests, among other challenges, residents of the state could still count their blessings. According to the governor, the efforts of h...

  Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, on Wednesday, approved the suspension of the 12 a.m. to 4 a.m. curfew earlier imposed on states by the Federal Government, saying that officials of the State’s Task Force on Covid-19 will ensure strict compliance to the guidelines and advisories during the Yuletide and after. The governor, has therefore, directed that religious centres be allowed to hold crossover worship services only in strict compliance with COVID-19 protocols. The Technical Team of the Task Force on COVID-19 had earlier stated that it was ruling out the crossover services in view of the 12 a.m. to 4 a.m. curfew imposed by the Federal Government. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr Taiwo Adisa, however, warned that worship centres must adhere strictly to the advisories and guidelines put in place to prevent the spread of the virus in the state. The statement further indicated that the governor gave the directives in a brief endorsed by the chairman o...

  The Oyo State Government on Tuesday restricted churches from holding crossover services across the state, in adherence to the existing 12am- 4am curfew imposed by the federal government . Details of the restriction showed that churches should hold their services earlier as the government is poised to enforce the curfew imposed by federal government. This is as the government announced a ban on the organization of the street carnivals in its effort at curtailing the spread of COVID-19 which has claimed not less than 50 lives in the state The Coordinator of the Oyo State Task Force on COVID-19, Prof. Temitope Alonge, gave the hint during a press briefing on Tuesday to update the public on latest development regarding the global pandemic in the state He reminded the private health care providers and un-well individuals in the state to continue to make use of the testing centers available in all local government areas in the state. Prof. Alonge enjoined the Oyo CAN to obey the nation...

  By Adeyinka OJEBAMIGBE Perhaps only Governor Seyi Makinde can say with exactness why he decided to 'butcher' Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Oyo State into pieces. It was the first time in his almost two-year term that 'Omi titun' is making a controversial decision, which from all indications can affect his  political ambition in 2023. When the National University Commission (NUC) put to rest the joint ownership of LAUTECH by Oyo and Osun states, a loud public commendation greeted the announcement of Oyo state as the sole owner with the hope that the institution will be free from her crisis and head for glory, growth and academic excellence. However, it is not difficult to say that Makinde's LAUTECH Multi-campus agenda may not be unconnected with the 2023 governorship election. The man, whatever his alleged shortcomings, appears to have a definite political strategy that is being use to console the host community, Ogbomoso. Recently, the Govern...

  Guest writer, SUNDAY ADEPOJU, reflects on the contributions of the Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Information, National Orientation, Ethics and Values, Honourable Segun Dokun Odebunmi, to his constituency and Ogbomoso at large. It is a truism that Ogbomoso, an ancient city in Oyo State, South-West Nigeria, is blessed with men and women of timber and caliber who have made headway in their chosen careers. In fact, the city has produced a number of Aareona-Kakanfos otherwise known as war generalissimos of Yoruba land and notable personalities who have made invaluable contributions to the land and beyond. Across all strata, prominent among the illustrious enigmatic leaders the land has produced include, but not limited to: former Premier of the defunct Western Region, Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola; former Inspector-General of Police, Chief Sunday Adedayo Adewusi; Commodore Salawudeen Akano; Colonel Ibrahim Taiwo; a Civil War hero, Brigadier General Benjamin Maja...

The Oyo State Chapter of the Western Nigeria Security Network, codenamed Amotekun has announced the arrest of armed robbers who have been ravaging Ijawaya village on the Ogbomoso to Oyo Road. As contained in a statement issued by the State Commandant of Amotekun, Retired Col. Olayinka Olayanju, Ijawaya village had become a danger zone due to the frequent activities of the robbers. However, Retired Col. Olayinka Olayanju said that at the joint patrol of Amotekun on Friday, the security operatives were able to apprehend the robbers who in turn led them to the robbers’ hideout. The statement read, “Ijawaya Village,on the Ogbomosho/Oyo has being a Dark Spot since, because travellers were always robbed there at nights. At the joint patrol of Amotekun Corps,Oyo Zone, yesternight, this man was apprehended with the help of the villagers who led us to the robbers’ hide-out. He has been handed to the Police”.

  By Adewuyi Adegbite Ogbomoso, since the old Western region is the second largest town in the region after Ibadan, though as Yoruba used to say, “Ile ti pa ewura da, awon orisa keke wa n so wipe, Sango o pon omo re”. The exploit of Ogbomoso in Yoruba history cannot be over emphasized. For the records, Ogbomoso gave Yoruba the pure Yoruba dialect, the language used and lingua franca in Yorubaland and beyond. This pure Yoruba originated at Orile Igbon, which is the oldest settlement in Oyo state today. Also, out of about 27 oriki/orile, about 15 originated in Ogbomoso while we find people bearing about 25 out of 27 oriki/orile in Ogbomoso. Culture of drumming, especially, Iya Ilu, gangan with the exception of Sekere originated in Ogbomoso. Beside the above, in the pre-colonial era and in the old Oyo setting, Ogbomoso had three out of the four provinces. The headquarters of these provinces were at Igbon, Iresa and Ikoyi. The fourth province was headed by Iwo. That means, minus Oyo te...

  The management of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomosho has released its 2019/2020 rain calendar timetable. The new academic calendar was announced in a statement signed by the institution’s Registrar, Mr. K. A. Ogunleye. The statement read: “This is to inform all staff and students of the University that the Vice Chancellor, Prof. M. O. Ologunde, on behalf of Senate has executively approved the amended academic calendar for the 2019/2020 Rain Semester as presented by the Committee of Provost and Deans. The following is the excerpt from the calendar: JANUARY 2021 Monday, January 4 Resumption for 2019/2020 Rain Semester for all Students Registration without Penalty for Students Begins Monday, January 11 Commencement of Lectures for all Students Thursday, January 21 Registration for 2019/2020 Rain Semester Without Penalty Ends Registration for 2019/2020 Rain Semester With Penalty Begins Friday, February 5 Registration With Penalty Ends Monday, February 8 Mid-Semes...

  The Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde has approved the payment of 13th month salary for civil servants and staffers of all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in the state. Engr. Seyi Makinde disclosed this in Saki town while speaking during a get-together organised to mark his 53rd birthday, adding that the year-end bonus will be paid next week. He applauded Civil Servants for their support and pledged his government’s resolve to ensure it enhances their working condition. While applauding the governor’s consistency in the payment of salaries and other bonuses, such as the 13th month salary, the Head of Service, Mrs. Ololade Agboola confirmed that December salary has been paid “so that civil servants can have enough time to shop for Christmas and meet other financial obligations”. She described Makinde as a Governor with passion for civil servants, whose relationship with civil servants and pensioners in the state is hamonious. Mrs. Agboola said that re...

  Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, has congratulated Christians in the state on the occasion of the 2020 Christmas, calling on them to use the opportunity of the season to pray for the state and its leadership. Makinde equally urged Christians across the country to emulate Christ, who, according to him, is the reason for the season, by showing love to others, living in harmony with neighbours and demonstrating the spirit of brotherliness. The governor congratulated those who are alive to witness this year’s Christmas, adding that everyone who made it to this season must remain thankful to the Almighty. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, indicated that the governor stated these in his Christmas message to Oyo State residents and Nigerians, which was made available to newsmen on Thursday. The governor added that Christmas is a season to love, to care and to cater to the needs of the underprivileged, adding that Christian faithful must endeav...

  Tuesday, the thirteenth day of October 2020, marked the eight anniversary of the departure and transformation from mortality to immortality of the body and soul of Yoruba Ijala Iroko tree, ‘Ojogbon’ Ogundare Foyanmu Ayano, popularly known by his stage name as ‘Dare Foyanmu, a big star and legendary oral poet, who died at the ripe age of 80. He was a musical prodigy who contributed substantially and immensely to the musical, cultural and lingual development of the Yoruba people. He was a bundle of talents whose life could be regarded as woven round music like a tapestry. That day, eight years ago, it was as if there was a permanent stillness in the musical heartbeat of Yorubaland. ‘Dare Foyanmu’s gigantic contributions to the growth of African music cannot be easily forgotten. The lion is no more but his music legacy will endure. It is not an exaggeration to compare ‘Dare Foyanmu with the likes of Michael Jackson, Bob Marley, Steve Wonder, Jimmy Cliff, Miriam Makeba, Fela Anikulap...

  LAUTECH and TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY IBADAN There is the rumour or assumption making the beats around the Oyo state corridor of power that the Oyo state newly acquired LAUTECH is being considered for #MERGER with the TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY, Ibadan. If true, the OYSG has her reason(s). The question is what is the primary import for the establishment of the two institutions. Has the word TECHNOLOGY same meaning with the word TECHNICAL. As unread as I am, I know that a University of Technology places emphasis on innovative problem-solving and career-directed courses, in addition to the basic responsibilities of a university. It focuses on higher education subjects, academics and learning, but doesn’t spend as much time teaching for specific careers. Whereas, a TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY specializes in career-driven courses that focused directly on teaching skills that apply to specific careers. In many cases, a two-year degree or technical certificate can offer graduates, and even the society, ...

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on Tuesday inaugurated the state’s anti-corruption commission, declaring that his administration’s zero tolerance for corruption remains unshakable. The governor, who was speaking inside the Executive Council Chamber of the Governor’s Office, Agodi, Ibadan, said that with the inauguration,  Oyo State as Pacesetter State, will become a worthy reference for other states across the country. While speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of members of the Oyo State Anti-Corruption Agency (OYACA), the governor declared that the commission will have no political bias. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, quoted  the governor as warning against all forms of corrupt practices, noting that the establishment of the agency was to sanitise the public/civil service and ensure that everyone carries out their responsibilities without corruption. It will be recalled that the bill for the establishment of the agency was forwa...

  The Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, on Monday, signed the state’s 2021 Budget of N268.8 Billion into law, declaring that it will consolidate his administration’s infrastructure initiatives. The governor, who made the declaration while signing the budget at the Executive Council Chamber of the Governor’s Office, said that real implementation of the budget would commence in earnest, as, according to him, the state is targeting at least 70 per cent implementation. According to him, there is a lot to look forward to in terms of dividends of democracy by the people of the state in 2021. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, further quoted the governor as saying that the state was poised to complete many of its infrastructure works in the new year. The governor appreciated members of the Oyo State House of Assembly for approving the 2021 budget in a timely manner, adding that the synergy between all the arms of government in the...

   Bill to affirm the sole management of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, by the Oyo State government, was passed by the Oyo State Assembly on Monday. There was however a robust session on the multi-campus provision of the bill during consideration of the report on the bill presented by the House Committee on Education, Science and Technology. Members particularly raised eyebrows on why some clauses were either inserted or expunged in the committee report, leading Speaker of the Assembly, Honourable Adebo Ogundoyin to rule that the bill be subjected to a clause by clause consideration by the entire assembly at the day’s plenary. While the principal bill provides for the establishment of campuses/colleges/faculties in other towns and cities in the state, members had wondered why three was the inclusion of the clause, “as it may be deemed necessary” in the committee report presented. While lawmakers like the deputy speaker, Honourable Abiodun Fad...

  The Ogbomoso Young Professionals in Abuja has asked the Oyo State House of Assembly not to be in what it called unwarranted haste in passing into law an Executive Bill seeking to amend the law establishing the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso. The Chairman of the group of Abuja-based young professionals, Akinloye Oyeniyi, in an interview on Sunday said the group has been reliably informed that the state House of Assembly will be passing the bill on Monday, hence the group’s clamour for involvement of stakeholders in and outside Oyo State through a public hearing. Governor Makinde had recently after securing the university sole-ownership for Oyo State, said he would be making the institution a multi-campus one. The statement was backed by Wednesday’s approval of a proposed Bill by the State Executive Council and its subsequent presentation to the state House of Assembly which immediately commenced work on it on Thursday by passing it through First and Second read...

   The Ogbomoso Young Professionals in Abuja, has warmed the Oyo State governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, that his multi-campus agenda in Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, is exposing the host community to more crises. Speaking on behalf of the group in a meeting with the press on Saturday, the Chairman, Akinloye Oyeniyi, said Governor Makinde’s action is already directly exposing Ogbomoso to security risk and has called on the Inspector General of Police to wade in before the issue goes out of hand. The Ladoke Akintola University of Technology was back in the news recently when its Oyo/Osun co-ownership status was eventually settled and Oyo State became its sole owner, a development which has since turned in ugly after the governor’s statement to make the school a multi-campus one. In his words, Oyeniyi said ” all Nigerians saw the level of damage that befell Ogbomoso during the #EndSars protests. A serious chaotic situation where our first class monarch, a sitti...

  The Ogbomoso Young Professionals in Abuja, has warmed the Oyo State governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, that his multi-campus agenda in Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, is exposing the host community to more crises. Speaking on behalf of the group in a meeting with the press on Saturday, the Chairman, Akinloye Oyeniyi, said Governor Makinde’s action is already directly exposing Ogbomoso to security risk and has called on the Inspector General of Police to wade in before the issue goes out of hand.   The Ladoke Akintola University of Technology was back in the news recently when its Oyo/Osun co-ownership status was eventually settled and Oyo State became its sole owner, a development which has since turned in ugly after the governor’s statement to make the school a multi-campus one. In his words, Oyeniyi said ” all Nigerians saw the level of damage that befell Ogbomoso during the #EndSars protests. A serious chaotic situation where our first class monarch, a sitt...

  The Ogbomoso Descendants Development Association has rejected the proposal of the Oyo State Government to make the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, a multiple campus institution. The group, in a statement by its Public Relations Officer, Aremu Kuti, alleged that the action was “a calculated onslaught against Ogbomosoland and vowed to resist such an affront.” The government’s proposal to split LAUTECH into multiple campuses has been generating controversy. The ODDA said “We, the Ogbomoso were not only taken aback, but pained when the state government confirmed the hitherto rumoured next stage of political onslaught against our Ogbomosoland by its Wednesday’s announcement. “The proposed bill to convert the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, into a multiple campus institution is unacceptable to us. “We strongly take this as a deliberate but unprovoked war against our land in an attempt to weaken her revered status. “With the current sole-ownership...

  The Majority Leader, Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon Sanjo Adedoyin says the first thing that must be done now that LAUTECH, Ogbomoso has been ceded to Oyo State is for the State Government to upgrade and improve facilities in the Institution. According to the Majority Leader, this will help the University to regain its lost glory as one of the best State Universities in the country. Hon Adedoyin stated this in Ibadan at the floor of the House while leading the debate on LAUTECH amendment bill brought before the Legislature by Governor Seyi Makinde He maintained that the crises that engulfed the Institution in the last few years had negatively affected it hence the urgent need for Governor Makinde to reposition the University for growth and technological breakthrough. ” This is time for the State Government to upgrade LAUTECH, Ogbomoso. The Institution needs to be elevated to a conventional one to accommodate more faculties, departments as well as more students. This is to refle...