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Sad stories of out-of-school children reflect a systematic exclusion – UI Don
By Adeyinka Adeniran A Professor of Family Law at the University of Ibadan, Osifunke Ekundayo, has described the sad stories of out of school children as a reflection of a systematic exclusion. She made this assertion while delivering the 580th Inaugural Lecture of the University of Ibadan on behalf of the Faculty of Law. The lecture was entitled: “Speaking Up for the...
Cleric call for unity, oneness among believers for national progress
By Adeyinka Adeniran The Archbishop of Ibadan Province (Anglican Communion), Most Reverend Williams Aladekugbe on Friday called for unity among believers across all denomination in order to achieve development across the nation. Describing the current situation in the country as a global phenomenon, the Cleric urged the body of believers, the political leaders and Nigerians to rely on God an not...
Remains of ace broadcaster, Agbaje-Williams laid to rest in Ibadan
By Adeyinka Adeniran Dignitaries from all walks of life on Friday pay glowing tributes as they honor late ace broadcaster, Chief Anike Agbaje-William with their presence, as the deceased was laid to rest in Ibadan. legal luminary, Chief Wale Babalakin, (SAN) led the role call of top dignitaries at the memorial service which was held at All Saints Church, Jericho, Ibadan. Delivering...
Oyo Assembly screens, confirms LG Service Commission chair, members
By Adeyinka Adeniran Oyo State House of Assembly has screened and confirmed the nomination of Mr. Akinwale Akinwole as the Chairman of the State local Government Service Commission along with other four members selected from different geo - political zones of the state. Presenting the committee report at the plenary on yesterday, Hon. Sola Owolabi, on behalf of the Committee Chairman...
Alaafin’s Delegation pays solidarity visit to Oyo Speaker, backs amendments to Council of Obas’ law
By Adeyinka Adeniran A delegation led by the Chairman of the Council of Elders in Oyo town, Chief Olaoye on Wednesday paid a solidarity visit to the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, over the proposed amendments to the Council of Obas and Chiefs Law. The delegation, which comprised prominent members of the Oyo community,...
Circular road: Oyo approves toll plaza, flyover, underpass, others at N22.1billion
By Adeyinka Adeniran Oyo State government has approved the construction of toll plaza, flyover, underpass, entry and exit points with mini toll gate to complement the expansion of scope of the work already going on at the Jagun/Ibadan/Ife interchange. The additional infrastructure to the ongoing Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular road project was approved at a cost of N26,109,712,000. The move is part...
Oyo govt trains 453 supervisors, 420 special assistants on LG administration
By Adeyinka Adeniran Oyo state government, through the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters on Thursday organized a capacity workshop for the 453 Local Government Supervisory Councillors, and 420 Special Assistants across the 33 Local Government Areas. The workshop, which took place in Ibadan, was organized to equip the Supervisors and Special Assistants with skills and knowledge to improve governance...
Bill solidifying Alaafin as Permanent Chairman, Oyo Council of Obas for 2nd reading at Oyo Assembly
By Adeyinka Adeniran Barring last minute change, the Oyo State House of Assembly will deliberate on the second reading of the Council of Obas and Chiefs (Further Amendments) Bill, 2025 at its plenary session today (Thursday, May 15). The proposed legislation seeks to reaffirm and institutionalize the Alaafin of Oyo as the permanent authority and presiding chairman of the Council of...
NACJ Congratulates Bishop Aremu on 35th Anniversary in Ministry
...Commends him for support for association By Adeyinka Adeniran The Nigerian Association of Christian Journalists (NACJ) Oyo State chapter has congratulated the General Overseer, Christ The Light Ministry Incorporated, Ibadan, Bishop Solomon Aremu on the ministry's 35th anniversary. In a statement issued on behalf of the chairman of the association, Lekan Shobo Shobowale, by the Public Relations Officer, Adeola Badru, it was...
Oyo Assembly to Makinde: honor Yoruba Theatre Legend, Lere Paimo
By Adeyinka Adeniran Oyo State House of Assembly has passed a motion to honor and celebrate veteran Yoruba actor, Chief Lere Paimo, popularly known as Eda Onile Ola, for his outstanding contributions to the promotion of Yoruba culture through theatre. The Assembly made the call on Wednesday at its Yoruba plenary session while deliberating on a motion presented in by the...
