ICYMI: Undue interference: Call Alaafin to order, Ekiti Council of Obas writes Makinde
There seems to be brewing unrest between Ekiti Council of Traditional Rulers and paramount ruler, Alaafin of Oyo, over what it termed “undue interference” by the Oyo monarch in monarchial affairs in Ekiti. In a five-page letter written and signed by the Ekiti State chairman of the council of traditional rulers, Alawe of Ilawe, Oba […]
Moniya-Iseyin Road: Contractor says no excuse not to finish construction within one year
THE contractor handling the construction of the 65 kilometres Moniya-Iseyin road, KOPEK Construction Company, has hinted that there was no excuse for the company not to complete the project within the time frame mandated by Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State.
Gov Makinde inaugurates new solid waste management initiative
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo on Friday in Ibadan inaugurated a New Solid Waste Management architecture for the state. News Agency of Nigeria(NAN) reports that the programme tagged “Clean and Green Initiative,” was put together by the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources in conjunction with the Oyo State Waste Management Authority. Makinde in his […]
Oyo LG chairmanship tussle: Why FG should not encourage breach of peace
By Mutiu Oladunjoye Oyo State is the only state in the South-West region of Nigeria where the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is in control of government. Thus, it is not surprising that the party ruling at the centre, the All Progressives Congress (APC) is so interested in its affairs. Judging by the way we play […]
Amotekun is taking shape ―Makinde
Ola Ajayi – Ibadan Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has said that the South-West security initiative, Operation Amotekun was shaping up well. The Governor made the declaration while attending the 80th Annual General Conference of Cherubim and Seraphim Unification Church of Nigeria, held at Ashi, Orita Bashorun, Ibadan. He equally reiterated the determination of […]
Ibadan Kings: ‘Makinde did not keep to his promise’
By Ola Ajayi – Ibadan When Governor Seyi Makinde assumed office and said there would be no interference in the affairs of the traditional institution, many people thought the monarch and other members of the Olubadan-in-council would sort things out. However, the kings have accused the governor of burying his head in the sand. In […]
