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In a display of gratitude and solidarity, Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has embarked on a visit to traditional rulers and political leaders in Ibarapa zone.  This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Friday in Ibadan.  This visit, perfectly timed during the festive season, provided an opportunity for the senator to express his gratitude for the support he received from the royal fathers during the last election. The senator's visit was attended by notable traditional rulers in Ibarapaland, including the esteemed Olu of Igbo-ora, Oba Titiloye Jimoh; Onidere of Idere, Oba Aderoju Kingsley; Olu-Aso of Iberekodo, Oba Adedamola Badmus and Asigangan of Igangan, Oba Rafiu Ariwoola. Others Asawo of Ayete, Oba Okeniyi Ewuola; Elenpe of Tapa, Oba Sunday Oyekanmi; Onilala of Lanlate, Oba Sunday Oladejo; Onisagan of Sagaun, Oba Fasasi Jinadu; Eleruwa of Eruwa repres...

It is a difficult task to have to pen a tribute and sing a dirge for a departing soul. It is a more difficult job in our African culture when one is compelled to do so for a younger person. Here I am with the difficult job of singing a dirge for Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, my beloved brother, confidant, political soulmate and governor of Ondo State. I cannot fairly capture in words Rotimi’s towering figure and his human essence. Rotimi was a man who moved our nation towards equity, fairness and justice in his strident advocacy against every form of injustice in our country through the instrumentality of the law as a senior advocate, attorney general of his beloved state, as President of the Nigerian Bar Association and Governor of Ondo State. In a challenging moment of our statehood when marauding agents of darkness spread their tentacles across our country, Rotimi was a strong voice in wilderness calling us to rethink our security architecture so we can have...

Sen. Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) extended his warmest congratulations to Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on the occasion of his 56th birthday.  This is contained in a message signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr. Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Sunday in Ibadan. Alli said that Makinde has been entrusted with the responsibility of leading the great people of Oyo State, and this birthday serves as a reminder of the immense privilege and duty that comes with the position.  "As the governor celebrates this milestone, it is an opportune time for reflection and a reminder of the importance of service to humanity," he said. The lawmaker urged the Governor to use the moment and reflect on his journey thus far and reaffirm his commitment to the welfare and well-being of the people he serves. Alli, the Senate Committee Chairman on Electoral Matters, urged the governor to  prioritise the needs of the people of Oyo State in the spirit o...

Alhaja Tawakalitu Alli, the wife of Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has demonstrated unwavering commitment to the welfare of the elderly by distributing palliatives to them. No fewer than 100 elderly persons benefitted from the outreach programme held on Friday in Ibadan at the Aliiwo's palace of the Olubadan of Ibadanland.  It would be recalled that her husband, Senator Alli had in the last six months, distributed palliatives worth N70 million to 3000 traders and 3000 widows in the senatorial district. Many have described the gesture from the couple has a demonstration of their commitment to serving the people of Oyo South and would continue to work towards creating a better as well as more inclusive society for all. Speaking at the event, the senator's wife, said that she took it upon herself to provide essential items and support  those in need, having recognised the vulnerability of the elderly. She said that the distribution of...

The prestigious Hilton London Kensington Hotel, Holland Park, West London, was agog with fanfare at the 25th Annual Gathering of Africa's Best (GAB) awards on Sunday 18th December 2023.  The hall was full to the brim as family members, colleagues and well-wishers accompanied awardees to the hotel venue of the event. Our able Director General, Barr. (Dr.) Adeola Adeleye-Fasubaa of Ekiti Diaspora Relations was honoured with an Excellence Award for her contributions and impact in the development of various communities within and outside the shores of Africa.  A well deserved recognition. The organizer of the Africa Best Awards described Barr. Dr. Adeola Adeleye-Fasubaa "as a dedicated and result oriented international resource personality" Dedicating the award to God Almighty, family  and indeed  members of her staff who made the honor a reality, an obviously elated Barr. Dr. Adeola Adeleye-Fasubaa declared "I have Ekiti on my mind! I...

The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly has gone to his Facebook page to announce that 2024 financial estimate which Governor Seyi Makinde presented to the house weeks ago has been passed into law. His statement; "After two weeks of intensive budget defences by Ministries, Agencies and Departments of Oyo State Government, we passed the 2024 Budget proposal into law. A total of four hundred and thirty-eight billion, four hundred and forty-seven million, eight hundred and seventy-eight thousand, five hundred forty-eight naira, thirty-nine kobo (N438,447,878,548.39) was approved as budget for the 2024 fiscal year. This is just the beginning of our job as Lawmakers. We will hit the ground running by embarking on full legislative oversight to ensure optimal performance of the budget.  Special thanks to the House Committee on Finance, Appropriation and State Economic Planning for a job well done.  I will like to also appreciate Oyo State Go...

The Ibadan Northwest United Progressives Front, a grassroot political group that populated the structure of Accord in Ibadan Northwest Local Government of Oyo State had on Tuesday during their general meeting announced their alignment with the decision of the Oyo State Accord Governorship Candidate in the last general election, Chief Abdulwaheed Adebayo Adelabu, OFR, the Honourable Minister of Power, on his move to return to the APC. According to the leadership of the group, Adelabu had displayed exemplary leadership qualities worthy of emulating over the years, and they are convinced that his leadership direction is worthy of being followed.  Recall that this group constituted the bulk of party faithfuls that left the APC amidst the crisis that rocked the party after its 2022 primaries in Oyo state.  According to one of the erstwhile Accord Chairman in Ibadan Northwest Local Government, Hon. Babatunde Jalaruru, they were not only joining the Honorable ...

The Accord Candidate for the House of Representatives Election in Ibadan Northwest/Southwest Federal Constituency of Oyo State in the 2023 general election Hon. Rotimi Ajanaku had written the Oyo State Chairman of All Progressives Congress, the party chairmen in the two local governments that constitute his federal constituency and his ward chairman, informing all of them of his decision, after due consultations with the cross-section of political leaders, his supporters and major stakeholders on his intention to return to the All Progressives Congress. In a letter dated 13th December, 2023 and received by the party, Ajanaku who was recently appointed as the Senior Special Assistant on Stakeholders Management to the Honourable Minister of Power, Chief Abdul-Waheed Adebayo Adelabu, pledged his willingness to join others in the progressive family to rebuild the party in love, peace and tranquillity, with a view to putting Oyo APC in good stead to suc...

  *•Economy affairs, education, environment top Lagos’ priorities in 2024*   *•Expect more better times, Governor tells Lagosians* Lagos State, in 2024, will sustain its investment momentum towards expanding the growth of the economy. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, presented an estimate of N2.2 trillion expenditures to the House of Assembly for next year, proposing increased capital spendings across key priority areas in the Economic Affairs sector. There will be renewed focus on Works and Infrastructure next year, Sanwo-Olu said, noting that the proposed intervention would enable the State Government bridge infrastructure deficit in economic viable sectors, including transportation, agriculture, tourism, waterfront infrastructure development, energy and mineral resources. Improvement expected from the investment, the Governor said, would boost productivity and drive commercial activities across the State. He added that the impac...

Members of the Joint National Assembly Committee on Industry, Trade and Investment tackled the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Doris Nkiruka-Anite, yesterday over her Ministry's proposal to spend N1bn to travel abroad next year. To defend her Ministry's 2024 budget, the Minister at the National Assembly said the N1 billion would be spent on a trip to Geneva in 2024. The proposal by the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment was captured in the budget document submitted to the Committees, which elicited reactions from members, who felt the amount was outrageous and out of tune with the mandate of her office. The Minister was asked to address the panel, speak to the document, and explain the performance of the 2023 budget before seeking fresh funds. The Senator representing Edo North Senatorial District and former Governor, Adams Oshiomhole, raised concern over the Minister's plan to embark on a trip to Geneva with a prop...

President Bola Tinubu has instructed the Ondo State House of Assembly to delegate power to Deputy Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa. Tinubu communicated this directive during a meeting convened to address the leadership crisis in Ondo on Monday. The President emphasized that the power transfer should occur unconditionally, citing the 'Doctrine of Necessity' The process is expected to involve the use of an electronic signature (e-signature) as the ailing governor is reportedly too weak to sign any documents. This decision allows Governor Akeredolu to take a medical leave for his well-being.