I cherish my memories of UI, says Lamin Barrow
By Adeyinka Adeniran The Director General of the Nigerian Country Department of the African Development Bank, Mr Lamin Barrow has stated that he cherishes the memories of his undergraduate days at the University of Ibadan, where he obtained a degree in Economics. He said he was, therefore, delighted to be decorated as a UI@75 Ambassador. Mr Lamin, a Gambian national, who spoke...
Discipline was the first virtue we were taught in UI, says MDCN Registrar
By Adeyinka Adeniran The Registrar of the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria, Dr. Tajudeen Sanusi has recollected that discipline was the first of the virtues he was taught in the University of Ibadan during his undergraduate programme. He said they were taught to respect the elderly and hierarchy. He, therefore, urged the Vice-Chancellor to sustain the legacy, which helped to...
Gratuities: Oyo govt urges pensioners to avoid swindlers
...Resuscitates monthly payment of N206m By Adeyinka Adeniran The Oyo state government has alerted the general public that some people it describes as "unscrupulous elements" have been swindling pensioners in the state, with a promise to fast track their gratuities. The Commissioner for Establishment and Training, Adeniyi Adebisi gave the alert at the weekend in Ibadan, Oyo State capital. He recalled that the...
Subsidy removal: Oyo govt to distribute bags of feed to support poultry farmers
By Adeyinka Adeniran As parts of its continued efforts to cushion the effects of subsidy removal, Oyo state government has revealed its plans to distribute about 11,000 bags of poultry feed to 1,691 poultry farmers in the state. Additionally, 1,691 fish farmers; 2537 crops farmers and 2539 cattle, sheep and goat farmers would also benefit, being the first phase of the...
Ondo monarch to honour Makinde for good governance
By Adeyinka Adeniran Oyo state governor Seyi Makinde is set to be honoured by the Osemawe and Paramount Ruler of Ondo Kingdom, Oba Dr Victor Adesimbo Kiladejo, for his outstanding achievements in office as governor. The monarch, who made this known through a delegation that paid a courtesy visit to the governor in Ibadan, on Saturday, lauded him for "his numerous...
World Twins Festival: Makinde says Oyo making progress in tourism devt
...Assures govt will award, deliver solid Igboora-Iseyin road By Adeyinka Adeniran Governor of Oyo State Seyi Makinde, has declared that his administration is already making progress in the tourism development sector and that it would leave no stone unturned in achieving its vision for the sector under Omituntun 2.0. He made the disclosure over the weekend while speaking at the annual World...
Making a Difference: Sharafadeen Alli’s Trailblazing Performance in 100 Days
By Akeem Abas Senator Sharafadeen Alli has proven himself as a leader dedicated to the well-being of his constituents, delivering on his promises and bringing development and progress to Oyo South Senatorial District and Oyo State as a whole. Despite the economic challenges facing the country, Alli remains a ray of light for his people, undertaking numerous projects and programs that...
Vintage 93.7 Fm Celebrates World Mental Health Day With Walk Around Ibadan
By Adeyinka Adeniran World Health Organisation, WHO, picked October 10 to raise awareness on mental issues around the world and mobilize efforts in support of mental health. As a result, VINTAGE 93.7 FM in collaboration with Olamma Cares Foundation organized an awareness walk on the importance of mental health, and the need to address it. The General Manager of VINTAGE 93.7 FM,...
Vintage 93.7 FM hosts Secondary School Girls In Ibadan in Commemoration of International Day of the Girl Child.
By Adeyinka Adeniran International Day of the Girl Child aims to unite adolescent girls with advocates for their rights, and highlight the barriers they face. As part of the year's celebration, Vintage 93.7 FM hosted a conference for girls in secondary school to empower them to pursue their aspirations without intimidation. The keynote speaker at the event, Dr Olufunke Adetuberu, expressed her...
Saka Balogun, Oyelese, Ayorinde to chair Oyo state Elders’, Advisory Councils
By Adeyinka Adeniran Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state on Thursday constituted both the Oyo State Elders’ Council and the Oyo State Advisory Council. The duo of former Chief of Staff to Governor Adebayo Alao-Akala, Dr Saka Balogun and former Minister of Power and Steel, Elder Wole Oyelese will serve as chairman and co-chairman of the State Elders' Council, respectively. Other members...
