18 h. ago ‘We immortalised him in his lifetime,’ Makinde mourns Olunloyo

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Sunday, said he was happy to immortalise the late former Governor of the state, Omololu Olunloyo, who died at the age of 90 years this morning. Makinde, in a statement to mourn the former governor of the state, in Ibadan, the state capital, described his death as the exit Read More

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27 h. ago Oba Owoade crowned 46th Alaafin as Tinubu seeks support for monarch

Oyo town came alive on Saturday as dignitaries from across Nigeria converged to witness the coronation of Oba Akeem Owoade as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo. Some of the dignitaries at the event included President Bola Tinubu, who was represented by the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde; Speaker Read More

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31 h. ago Nobody Influenced Me On Selection Of New Alaafin — Gov Makinde

Oyo State governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, on Saturday, dared anyone who influenced his choice of the new Alaafin of Oyo to indicate openly. Govenor Makinde gave the challenge during the formal coronation of the new Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, in Oyo town, Oyo State. Makinde, while insisting that he did not […]

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31 h. ago Nobody Influenced Selection Of New Alaafin Oyo — Gov Makinde

Oyo State governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, on Saturday, dared anyone who influenced his choice of the new Alaafin of Oyo to indicate openly. Govenor Makinde gave the challenge during the formal coronation of the new Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, in Oyo town, Oyo State. Makinde, while insisting that he did not […]

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32 h. ago Makinde vows impartiality in traditional rulership as new Alaafin is crowned

The Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said that his administration will continue to ensure that due process and laid down rules are followed in governing the state. The governor added that his administration would maintain a record of not interfering in traditional institutions and also remain impartial in the process of selecting traditional rulers. Read More

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38 h. ago PICTORIAL: Glamour as dignitaries, royals attend Alaafin’s coronation

Dignitaries from across the nation gathered at Olivet Baptist High School, Oyo, on Saturday to witness the coronation of the 46th Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade I. The historic event drew a distinguished crowd, including President Bola Tinubu, represented by the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu; the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde; Read More

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3 d. ago Makinde’s performance springs up succession dilemma — Oyelade

Tribune Online Makinde’s performance springs up succession dilemma — Oyelade The Oyo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, has identified what he termed a paradox in Governor Makinde's succession issue. Makinde’s performance springs up succession dilemma — Oyelade Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Be Alive, Committed To Your Chosen Career, Makinde Charges Oyo Police Cadets

Oyo State governor, Engr ‘Seyi Makinde has charged cadets of the state origin in the Regular Course 7 of the Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State to be alive and show commitment to policing as their preferred career. Governor Makinde also urged the cadets to be good ambassadors of Oyo State and agents of change […]

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4 d. ago Makinde urges Oyo Cadet ASPs to uphold excellence in Police Force

Tribune Online Makinde urges Oyo Cadet ASPs to uphold excellence in Police Force Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has charged Course 7 Cadet Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASPs) from the state to be exemplary officers and agents of positive change in the Nigerian Police Force. Makinde urges Oyo Cadet ASPs to uphold excellence in Police Force Tribune Online

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5 d. ago From controversies to coronation: Owoade’s tortuous journey to Alaafin throne

Akeem Owoade, 49, will be officially crowned the 46th Alaafin of Oyo on Saturday. Several controversies trailed Owoade’s emergence with Governor Seyi Makinde, the Oyo Mesi (kingmakers) and Prof Wande Abimbola, as key players. Regardless of the twists and turns leading to his coronation April 5, the expectations of Oyo indigenes of their new king Read More

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5 d. ago Makinde Suspends Demolition Of Popular Oyo Market Razed By Fire

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has ordered the suspension of the planned demolition of a section of popular Aleshinloye Market in Ibadan, the state capital, until proper alternative had been provided for traders. Governor Makinde stated this on Tuesday when he carried out an on-the-site inspection of the market, regretting that the fire station in […]

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5 d. ago Makinde visits Oyo market, vows to prevent future fire outbreaks

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that his administration will restructure the Alesinloye Market, Ibadan, to avert a recurrence of the fire incident that destroyed goods worth millions of Naira in March. The governor also said that the state government has provided some sort of palliatives to victims of the fire incident. The governor Read More

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7 d. ago N24bn monthly salaries drive Oyo’s economic stability – Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, said his administration has ensured economic stability in the state through the monthly payment of about N24 billion in salaries to state and local government workers. Makinde made this known on Sunday when a delegation of Muslim clerics, traditional rulers, and political officeholders visited his Ikolaba, Ibadan, residence after the Read More

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1 week ago Oyo: Makinde clarifies position on application of Sharia law

Tribune Online Oyo: Makinde clarifies position on application of Sharia law Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has clarified his position on the application of Sharia law, insisting that his administration would not act contrary to the Constitution regarding its reported implementation in some Southwestern states. Oyo: Makinde clarifies position on application of Sharia law Tribune Online

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1 week ago Makinde to lead dignitaries at Chief Ayorinde’s 90th birthday celebration

Tribune Online Makinde to lead dignitaries at Chief Ayorinde’s 90th birthday celebration Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde, will lead other dignitaries at the 90th birthday anniversary of an elder statesman and Baale of Ekotedo, Chief Taiye Ayorinde. Makinde to lead dignitaries at Chief Ayorinde’s 90th birthday celebration Tribune Online

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1 week ago Makinde makes fresh appointments into tertiary institutions, pilgrims’ welfare boards

Tribune Online Makinde makes fresh appointments into tertiary institutions, pilgrims’ welfare boards Oyo State Governor, 'Seyi Makinde, has made new appointments to the boards of three tertiary institutions in the state. Makinde makes fresh appointments into tertiary institutions, pilgrims’ welfare boards Tribune Online

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1 week ago Stakeholders to Makinde: Intervene in crisis rocking PDP in Oyo Fed constituency

Tribune Online Stakeholders to Makinde: Intervene in crisis rocking PDP in Oyo Fed constituency The stakeholders urged Governor Makinde, whom they described as the leader of the party in the state, “to decentralise power, allow for all-inclusive participation, and address other issues affecting the party.” Stakeholders to Makinde: Intervene in crisis rocking PDP in Oyo Fed constituency Tribune Online

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1 week ago Makinde makes new appointments in tertiary institutions, pilgrims’ board

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has approved new appointments to the governing councils of three tertiary institutions in the state, including the appointment of the immediate past Chief Executive Officer of First Bank Nigeria, Dr Adesola Adeduntan. A statement by Makinde’s Special Adviser on Media, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, on Monday in Ibadan, said the governor also Read More

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2 w. ago Makinde urges new nursing students to shun exam malpractices

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Friday, charged 147 new intakes of the state College of Nursing and Midwifery to embrace every lesson with an open mind and shun examination malpractices. He gave this advice during the second matriculation of the college, held at its main auditorium, Eleyele in Ibadan, the state capital. Represented by the Commissioner Read More

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2 w. ago Makinde condemns declaration of state of emergency in Rivers

Tribune Online Makinde condemns declaration of state of emergency in Rivers Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has condemned the declaration of state of emergency in Rivers State. Recall that President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, declared a state of emergency in Rivers State and suspended the governor, Similayi Fubara; his deputy Ngozi Odu, as well as the House of Assembly for six months. The President then appointed […] Makinde condemns declaration of state of emergency in Rivers Tribune Online

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