The Oyo State Government, today inaugurated the committee set up for the coronation ceremony of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, the Alaafin of Oyo.

In a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, obtained by OYO NEWS, the inaugural meeting was presided over by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Ademola Ojo.

Among the committee members, are four members of the Oyo State cabinet, including the Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Prof. Musibau Babatunde, the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatunbosun, Hon. Ademola Ojo and Prince Dotun Oyelade.

Other members are three House of Assembly members from Oyo Constituency, including Hon. Gbenga Oyekola from Atiba State Constituency, Hon. Rahman Olorunpoto from Oyo East/Oyo West Constituency and Hon. Oladeji Oparinde from Afijio Constituency.

Seven family members of the new Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, religious leaders and other stakeholders were also in the committee.

According to the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, arrangements have started in earnest to ensure a successful coronation in strict compliance with the tradition of Oyo people.

The Commissioner for Information recalled that in the past five years, the Seyi Makinde administration has coronated 10 Kings and 40 Baales.

The Commissioner said that Governor Seyi Makinde expects everyone involved in the coronation to be diligent and show maximum support for the success of the event.

A statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, on Friday, said Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade, after thorough consultations and divinations, has been recommended by the Oyomesi and approved by the Governor of Oyo State.

According to the commissioner, a statement to this effect has been issued by the Honourable Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ademola Ojo, who said the announcement has put to rest, all the socio and legal bickerings that have ensued since the demise of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III on April 22, 2022.

Ojo called on all citizens of Oyo State to join the Government in celebrating this momentus occasion and lend their support to the new Alaafin of Oyo.

He prayed that his reign will bring peace, prosperity and unity to the historic Oyo Kingdom.

The Oyo State Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters has finalized arrangements for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) for ad-hoc staff who successfully registered on the Local Government job portal as part of the ongoing recruitment process.

The tests are scheduled to take place on Thursday, 21st November 2024, at the University of Ibadan Distance Learning Centre (CBT Hall), Sasa Road, Ibadan.

A statement signed by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Demola Ojo stated that Administrative Officers, Building/Quantity Surveying Officers, Agricultural Officers, Land Surveyors, Information Officers, Estate and Valuation Officers will sit for exams at Halls A, B, and C at 8:00 a.m on November 21, 2024.

He added that Environmental Health Officers, Data Processing Officers will sit for exams at 10:00 a.m in Halls A and C same day.

He advised all Ad-hoc staff who applied and submitted their applications correctly to look out for their invitations, which will be sent out shortly.

The Commissioner also advised applicants to be at the CBT venue with printed copies of their application confirmation and notification slips.

The Oyo State Government, organized an induction workshop for the Thirty-Three (33) Local Government Supervisory Councillors, and Special Assistants in the State.

The workshop was organized in collaboration with Larryano Global Concepts held at the International Conference Center, University of Ibadan.

The Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde who said the induction workshop is aimed at keeping the participants abreast of current modern trend in local government administration.

Represented by the Honourable Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Ademola Ojo, Makinde implored them to be agents of change.

He equally urged them to strive to be the best in the course of discharging their duties, giving room for developmental strides in all sectors.

In his words “before dwelling on the significance of this gathering, I will like to extend my profound appreciation to His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, FNSE for his immense support for the enhancement and development of human resources.

“I am particularly delighted that Oyo State has witnessed tremendous progress under the able leadership of His Excellency which is a testimony to the Sterling qualities of our Governor. Oyo State has been in the front burner of progress, peace and tranquility.

“The induction workshop organized for the newly appointed Supervisors and Special Assistants across the State. Which serves as a veritable platform for these crop of public office holders in aligning themselves with their roles and responsibilities.

“More importantly, I wish to express my profound appreciation to His Excellency, Engr. Oluseyi Makinde, FNSE, Dsc, GSSRS, the Executive Governor of Oyo State, for his unalloyed support towards the achievement of this enlightenment and enrichment programme aimed at improving human resources, with a view to ensuring that the participants are more proficient in executing their roles and function effectively.

“It is worthwhile to thank God, who in His infinite mercy accorded you outstanding opportunities for the various appointments to your respective offices.

“I wish to enjoin you all to see your appointments as a call to serve assiduously with undiluted integrity, credibility, as well as commitment in tandem with the present administration’s bid to sustain quality service delivery and extend dividends of democracy to the grassroots.

“At this juncture, I urge you to imbibe the spirit of oneness with your respective Chairmen, utilising their expertise and fostering collaboration with a view to building a more vigorous Local Government, which is devoid of acrimony for nurturing a better future for the benefit of the citizenry of our dear State.

“Also, I wish to admonish you to leverage on the training modules, which have been meticulously designed to boost your understanding on governance, thus serving as an avenue to consolidate your experiences in collaboration with your facilitator towards a fruitful and enormous outcomes.

“Therefore, I hereby declare this induction workshop open and wish you all a successful and impactful session.

The training was attended by all the local government area Supervisory Councillors and Special Assistants in the State.

Two term executive chairman of Egbeda Local Government, Honorable Sikiru Sanda has emerged unopposed as the Chairman of of the Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON), Oyo State chapter.

The Honorable Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Otunba Ademola Ojo made this known exclusively to westernmirror.com.ng on Tuesday evening.

Read Full statement below;

THE OYO STATE CHAPTER OF THE ASSOCIATION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENTS OF NIGERIA (ALGON) HAS ANNOUNCED THE NAMES OF NEW EXECUTIVES OF THE ASSOCIATION.

ACCORDING TO A RELEASE SIGNED BY THE STATE COMMISSIONER FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT & CHIEFTAINCY MATTERS HON. ADEMOLA OJO, HON. SIKIRU SANDA FROM EGBEDA LOCAL GOVERNMENT IS THE STATE ALGON CHAIRMAN, WHILE HON. OLAYANJU KAZEEM FROM OLORUNSOGO LOCAL GOVERNMENT IS THE ALGON VICE- CHAIRMAN.

HON. OYEDOKUN OYENIYI FROM OGBOMOSO SOUTH IS TO SERVE AS ALGON SECRETARY.

OTHER EXECUTIVE MEMBERS OF THE OYO STATE ALGON ARE HON. SALAMI AKEEM FROM OYO WEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT WHO IS TO SERVE AS THE CHAIRMAN OF THE ASSOCIATION’S TENDERS BOARD, WHILE HON LAWAL LATEEF FROM IBARAPA NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT IS THE ALGON FINANCIAL SECRETARY.

ACCORDING TO THE RELEASE, THE STATE ALGON TREASURER IS HON. FADIRAN RASAQ FROM ISEYIN LOCAL GOVERNMENT, WHILE HON. IBRAHIM AKINTAYO FROM IBADAN NORTH-EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCIL WILL SERVE AS ALGON PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER.

The Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON), Oyo State branch, on Tuesday elected Hon. Sikiru Sanda as its Chairman.

A release signed by the Honourable Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Ademola Ojo made it known today.

The Oyo State Chapter of the Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON) also announced the names of other members of executives.

According to the release signed by the State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Ademola Ojo, Hon. Sikiru Sanda from Egbeda Local Government is the State ALGON Chairman, while Hon. Olayanju Kazeem from Olorunsogo Local Government is the ALGON Vice Chairman, Hon. Oyedokun Oyeniyi from Ogbomoso South is to serve as ALGON Secretary.

Other members of the Oyo State ALGON are Hon. Salami Akeem from Oyo West Local Government who is to serve as the Chairman of Tenders Board, while Hon. Lawal Lateef from Ibarapa North Local Government is the ALGON Financial Secretary.

According to the release, the State ALGON Treasurer is Hon. Fadiran Rasaq from Iseyin Local Government, while Hon. Ibrahim Akintayo from Ibadan North East Local Government Council will serve as ALGON Public Relations Officer.

The Oyo State Government, has  organized an induction workshop for the Thirty-Three (33) Local Government Chairmen, Vice Chairmen and Councillors in the State.

The workshop was in collaboration with KloverHarris Innovative Solutions Limited was held  in Ibadan recently

Governor, Seyi Makinde who said the induction workshop is aimed at keeping the officers abreast of current global best practices for effective services delivery.

Represented by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Ademola Ojo, Makinde implored them to be agents of change.

He equally urged them to strive to be the best in the course of discharging their duties, giving room for developmental strides in all sectors.

In his words, “before dwelling on the significance of this gathering, I will like to extend my profound appreciation to His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, FNSE for his immense support for the enhancement and development of human resources.

“I am particularly delighted that Oyo State has witnessed tremendous progress under the able leadership of His Excellency which is a testimony to the sterling qualities of our Governor. Oyo State has been in the front burner of progress, peace and tranquility. Part of which is the conduct of Local Government election as and when due which has brought monumental development to the grassroots.

“I have no doubt that, you are all men of impeccable character and pedigree which resulted in your election into the various posts at your respective Councils. I want you all to replicate same gesture at the various Councils, thereby channeling all available resources towards improving the quality of life of the citizens. By so doing, it will place the State on high pedestal.

“At this juncture, may I state that in the attainment of excellence, much expectation is placed on you and the offices you occupy. It is imperative to state that the State Government cannot achieve all these alone. We all need to fasten our belts in order to make available the dividends of democracy for our people.

Winston Churchill said “continuous effort nor strength or intelligence is the key to unlocking our potentials”.

“You have all been called to serve, therefore, I enjoin you all to consolidate the gains of the present administration through robust political, socio-economic policies based on time tested principles. I  wish to affirm the commitment of the State Government, under the able leadership of His Excellency, the Executive Governor, Engr. Oluseyi Makinde to the total wellbeing of the entire citizenry inspite of the judgment of the Supreme Court of Nigeria on Local Government autonomy.

“Let me assure you that the training consultant, Klover Harris Limited was carefully chosen, having excelled in its reputation of providing world class training for all calibres of Public Servants. Premised on that, it is believed that the training modules will impact on all our participants the best practices in line with the contemporary world. Let is make the best use of this opportunity.

The training was attended by all the Local Government area Chairmen, their Vices and Councillors from each ward.

E-signed:

Prince Dotun Oyelade,

Hon. Commissioner for Information and Orientation,

Oyo State.

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has presented staff and instruments of office to the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, Ige Olakulehin 1.

The Governor made the presentation at a colorful ceremony held on Friday at the frontage of Mapo Hall in Ibadan.

Makinde, while making the presentation, said, “They said they want to sabotage, they want to sabotage, we are here today at Mapo Hall.

“I, Engineer Seyi Makinde, the Governor of Oyo State by the virtue of power conferred on me, hereby present the staff of office to the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland.

“Let us say Kabiesi!”

Some of the dignitaries in attendance at the epoch making occasion are the Minister of Power, Chief Bayo Adelabu who represented President Bola Tinubu, Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun,  Ondo State Governor, ably represented by his deputy Mrs Olaide Adelami, Osun State Governor represented by his deputy, Hon Gbenga Adewusi, Oyo State Deputy Governor, Barrister Bayo Lawal, Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi and chieftains of the All Progressives Congress APC.

Others are Aseyin of Iseyin,Oba Sefiu Olawale Oyebola, PDP Deputy National Chiarman (South), Ambassador Taofik Arapaja, Oyo State former Deputy Governor, Barrister Hazeem Gbolarunmi, Professor Soji Adejumo, Elder Wole Oyelese, Chief Mrs Mutiat Ladoja, Senator Olufemi Lanlehin, Hon Dhikrulahi Olajide, Hon Abass Adigun, the Babaloja General of Oyo State Alhaji Yekini Abass, Aare Musulumi of Yorubaland, Edo, Kwara and Delta, Alhaji Dawud Makanjuola among others.

Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has charged the Elempe of Tapa, Oba Sunday Oyekanmi Titiloye (Abioje I), to work for the development of his community.

The Governor gave the charge during the presentation of Staff and Instruments of Office to the Elempe at Tapa Community High School, Tapa, Ibarapa North Local Government Area.

This was contained in a press release by the Special Adviser (Media) to the Governor, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, on Monday.

Makinde, represented by his deputy Alhaji Adebayo Lawal, reiterated the commitment of the current administration in the State to improving the traditional institution.

He said the process of selecting the new Elempe of Tapa was a demonstration of the Government’s fidelity to transparency and the rule of law.

“As we gather to celebrate this momentous occasion, I charge Oba Titiloye Oyekanmi to embrace the responsibilities that come with this exalted position.

“I implore him to work closely with the Government to address the pressing needs of our community, including education, healthcare, security and economic development.

“By doing so, we can create a brighter future for our people and ensure the continued prosperity of Tapa.

“In particular, I urge Oba Titilayo Oyekanmi to take bold steps to tackle the scourges of kidnapping, banditry, and land grabbing that have plagued our community.

“Our Government is committed to supporting him in this endeavor, and we expect his full cooperation in eradicating these menaces.

“As Oba Titilayo Oyekanmi begins his reign, I remind him that leadership is a sacred trust that requires wisdom, compassion and integrity.

“I encourage the Elempe of Tapa to listen to the voices of his people, to be a unifying force, and to lead by example.

“His reign should be characterised by grace, humility and a deep commitment to the well-being of all,” the Deputy Governor stated in the release.

Earlier in his welcome address, the State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Chief Ademola Ojo, congratulated the people of Tapa.

He prayed that the reign of the new Elempe of Tapa would usher in economic development and prosperity.

He said: “Today, we come together to commemorate the coronation and official presentation of the Staff of Office to His Royal Majesty, Oba Sunday Titiloye Oyekanmi, Elempe of Tapa.

“Oba Titiloye Oyekanmi is an esteemed monarch who embodies the treasured cultural heritage of our land.

“This historic event serves as a pivotal moment in the chronicle of Tapa, signifying the passage of authority and leadership to a new era under the reign of our revered oba.

“The ceremonial presentation of the Staff of Office symbolises wisdom, valour and unity, bestowing upon His Royal Majesty the solemn duty of shepherding his people towards a brighter and more prosperous future.”

In his acceptance speech, the Elempe of Tapa promised to perform his duties with the fear of God. He said he will seek to promote peace, tranquility, socio-economic balance and social justice for the people of Tapa.

Oba Oyekanmi also assured of engaging the Government, at both State and Local Government levels, towards the development of the area.

Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Friday, presented the staff and instrument of office to the Alaawe of Aawe, Oba Cornelius Taiwo Oladokun, charging him to collaborate with Government to improve security in his domain.

The Governor, who made the presentation through the Deputy Governor, Barr. Bayo Lawal, said his administration has done something unprecedented in Afijio Local Government by presenting a staff of office to Oba Oladokun, who mounted the throne in 1991, about 48 hours after it presented a staff and instrument of office to the Onifiditi of Fiditi.

He noted that there is the need for adequate security in the State in order to sustain the progress and development that his Government has brought about, urging the Alaawe and other traditional rulers to collaborate with the Government on intelligence gathering.

He also charged the traditional rulers to cooperate with one another, stating that development would be unattainable without cooperation and collaboration.
He said: “Today’s event is a combination of activities that have begun between 1991 and today. The Alaawe mounted the throne in 1991 but the staff of office is being given this afternoon.
“We thank God Almighty for sparing our lives, particularly the lives of Oba Oladokun and his queens to witness this occasion.

“Within 48 hours, the Oyo State Government has performed wonders in Afijio Local Government. We presented a staff of office to the Onifiditi within this local government. And, today, we are presenting a staff of office to Oba Oladokun here in Aawe.
“We congratulate every indigene and resident of Afijio Local Government, especially here in Awe.

“As the Kabiyesi has received the staff of office, it is the beginning of another journey. What we desire here is real development and I appreciate the fact that this is an elitist environment. The traditional leaders are well-read and exposed to the realities on ground.
“We need adequate security for the enhancement of progress and development that we want to see here, which our Government has been ensuring.

“But I want to urge you, Kabiyesi, to improve on the security, because without security, there cannot be development that we all yearn for. When we see something, let us say something. Report strange faces to concerned authorities, as this is a major challenge for our people.
“Let us work together in the aspect of intelligence gathering, as the issue of security is not all about carrying guns.

“The second thing we need here is cooperation, especially amongst the traditional rulers. To experience development without cooperation would not be easy. So, I want our fathers, who are seated here, to cooperate with the traditional rulers so that we can progress in this local government and at the State level too.”

The Governor also used the occasion to rally intending investors in the agriculture and agribusiness sector to come and do business in the State, stressing that Aawe is a fertile belt for farming.
“Equally, we want groups that are interested in farming entrepreneurship to come together and speak in one voice. With this, when they approach the Government, it will be easy to attend to their needs.”

Earlier, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Ademola Ojo, congratulated the Alaawe, describing the presentation of staff and instrument of office to him as an historical event that will go into the annals of Aawe.

He called on all indigenes and residents of the community to join hands with Oba Oladokun to move Aawe town into a brighter future.
“This historical event marks a significant turning point in the annals of Awe, as we witness the transfer of authority and leadership to a new generation.

“This will entrust him with the responsibility of guiding his people towards a brighter future. As we present this instrument of power, we reaffirm our timeless values that have defined Aawe for centuries.

“May this moment serve as a catalyst for unity, progress and prosperity and may his reign be characterized with compassion and grace,” Ojo said.

The event was attended by top government functionaries, former and serving members of the Oyo State House of Assembly and chieftains of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo Zone.

Traditional rulers who attended the event included the Olugbon of Orile-Igbon, Oba Francis Olusola Alao; Aseyin of Iseyin, Oba Olawale Oyebola; Onpetu of Ijeru, Oba Sunday Oyediran; and Akinbio of Ilora, Oba Stephen Oparinde, among others.