Member, representing Oluyole Federal constituency at the House of Representatives, Rep. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe on Saturday launched another empowerment initiative for 500 constituents. Speaking at the event held in Ibadan, the two-term lawmaker said the initiative, will break barriers in Oluyole federal constituency.The initiative included business cash grants targeted at youths, women, widows, and the physically challenged in Oluyole federal constituency. According to Akande-Sadipe, who chairs the House Committee on Ethics and privileges, “this initiative would promote aquaculture and other ancillary businesses, within the constituency.” The lawmaker, said the effort was geared towards offering business financial support and relief to individuals…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
In the history of African Traditional Council, today the 6th of June, 2024 was historic as invited Guests across the World that turned out in multitude turned “De Distinguished Multi Purpose Hall”, Osogbo – Iwo Road, Ido Osun, Osun State, and its surroundings to the holy land, just to pay their last respect to the late Icon, Legal luminary and epitome of Yoruba Language, Culture and Tradition, His Royal Majesty, Kabiyesi Alayemore, Architect (Dr) Barrister Aderemi Adeen Adedapo (Saporoyo I), Olojudo Alayemore of Ido Osun, Osun State, who passed on at the age of 72 years on Thursday, 23 May,…
Adron Homes, a leading real estate company committed to making homeownership accessible to everyone, is proud to announce the launch of the Vidco Plot series. This new offering provides affordable land purchase options with long-term payment plans designed to accommodate various income categories with a payment plan of 10,000 monthly which can be spread over 100 months. The Vidco Plot is strategically priced to make land ownership a viable option for individuals across all income levels. By offering competitive prices, Adron Homes ensures that everyone, from first-time buyers to seasoned investors, can secure their future with a valuable real estate…
The President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Dr. Chris Isiguzo, has urged journalists to be more creative to find alternative sources of income. He made this appeal at the unveiling of “Petals of Life,” a collection of poems written by Lilian Ario, a Broadcast Journalist at Voice of Nigeria (VON) in Lagos. It was an evening of glitz and glamour as the NUJ President and other distinguished guests launched “Petals of Life” at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI). In his address, Dr. Isiguzo said, “I am happy to be here today because I have an…
CP Abaniwona Olufemi on resumption of duty as the 22nd commissioner of Police Delta State reacted to the incessant kidnapping in Ughelli axis, which necessitated the change in the security architecture in Ughelli, and deployed a new divisional Police officer to Ugheli Division. The CP also directed the deployment of a special operations team to Ughelli led by ASP Julius Robisnson with a clear mandate to flush out kidnapers in the area.This proactive measure taken by the CP has been paying off and is still paying off as the special team has again cracked than a gang of four suspected…
The plan by the Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the Yoruba socio-cultural group, Oodua People’s Congress (OPC), has been described as a slap on the faces of founding fathers of the organization. National Publicity Secretary of OPC New Era, Comrade Adesina Akinpelu, said Iba Adams is not in the position to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the group. Chairman of OPC 30th Anniversary Planning Committee, Professor Kolawole Raheem, last Thursday unveiled the programmes of activities lined up for the anniversary. According to Professor Raheem, the eight -day long…
The Oyo State Government today, raised an eyebrow over the persistent construction of illegal shops and shanties in unauthorized places. The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resource, Architect Abdulmojeed Mogbonjubola condemned the act during an official monitoring of Lagelu and Egbeda Local Government Council Areas. He frowned at the rate at which illegal structures sprang up in unauthorized places, saying it is alarming. The Commissioner, has consequently directed staffers of the Ministry to immediately issue evacuation notices to erring owners along Carlton Gate Estate, Chief Kolapo Isola Estate through Akobo Ojurin, Iyana Church, in Ibadan. The directive has consequently been…
The Oyo State government and relevant Stakeholders, have reiterated their commitment to rejig the fight against Gender Based Violence, (GBV) in their respective areas of intervention. They made the pledge at the launch of the Standard and Guidelines for Medical Management of Gender Based Violence, GBV Survivors, organized by the State Ministry of Health in collaboration with an International NGO, Ipas Nigeria Health Foundation. The document will ensure adequate justice for victims of gender-based violence in the state. Speaking at the meeting, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi said the document contains the legal procedure to cater to the…
The Oyo State Government has said it is committed to providing the necessary support for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to unlock their full potential and ensure their long-term success. Commissioner for Trade, Industry, Investment and Cooperatives, Adeniyi Adebisi said this in Ibadan when he played host to the organizers of the forthcoming Trade Fair in Ibadan. The newly deployed Commissioner played host to management of the Oyo State Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (OYCCIMA), in his office. Recognising the vital role that MSMEs play in the Nigerian economy, Adeniyi stressed the government’s responsibility to support these…
The Oyo State Government has condemned the destruction of a portion on the newly rehabilitated Olusoji-WCCI road, a few days after it was officially opened for public use. A viral video of the destroyed portion of the road had surfaced earlier on Friday. In a statement in Ibadan, the Chairman, Oyo State Road Maintenance Agency, ‘Busoye Ogunlade, said he was aware of the incident, where a truck carrying over 60 tonnes of cement destroyed the portion, after it lost its brake. Ogunlade, who expressed disappointment at how the truck driver took to his heels after the destruction, described it as…