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Seyi Makinde

Twitter Is A Source of Livelihood for Youths, Makinde Appeals To FG

Paul Mbagwu Jun 5, 2021 0

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Saturday, urged the Federal Government to reverse its suspension of the microblogging site, Twitter, noting that the platform is a source of livelihood for many Nigerian youths.The governor in a…

Features

APC won’t govern Nigeria beyond 2023 – Makinde replies Tinubu

John Ogunsemore Apr 29, 2021 0

Governor ‘Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has declared that the bad governance and maladministration of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) will not extend beyond 2023, as, according to him, Nigerians have become tired of the party and…

Politics

No political father but God made me governor – Makinde

John Ogunsemore Mar 18, 2021 0

The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has said that he became governor through the help of God and not any political godfather.He also said he held power at the pleasure of the people of the state and was prepared to quit if they…

Government

Makinde Inaugurates 11-man Security Taskforce in Oyo

David Adeoye Mar 15, 2021 0

Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on Monday inaugurated an 11-man state security taskforce, as part of measures to address the security challenges in the state.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the…

Politics

Coalition Vows to Resist Gov. Makinde’s Attempt to Join APC

Akeem Abas Mar 8, 2021 0

A coalition of political groups in Oyo State has vowed to resist attempts by Gov. Seyi Makinde to join the All Progressives Congress (APC).This is contained in a communique issued after their joint stakeholders meeting and…

News

Ethnic Clash: Makinde Shuts Shasha Market In Ibadan

David Adeoye Feb 13, 2021 0

Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has ordered the indefinite closure of Shasha Market, near Moniya -Ibadan, in Akinyele Local Government Area, following traders’ clash in the market.Mr. Taiwo Adisa, the Chief Press Secretary to the…

News

Ibidapo-Obe’s Death Great Loss to Nigeria – Gov Makinde

David Adeoye Jan 4, 2021 0

Gov Seyi Makinde of Oyo state has described the demise of Prof Oye Ibidapo-Obe, as a great loss to the state, Nigeria and the academic world.Ibidapo-Obe, who was the former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos…

Politics

Fayose Continues Battle With Makinde, Rubbishes Oyinlola Visit

Dumebi Jan 1, 2021 0

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the South-West are in serious commotion after recent attempts to reconcile former Oyo state Governor, Ayo Fayose and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde.This comes after the recent visit of the…

Government

Oyo State Governor Recounts Successes in 2020

David Adeoye Jan 1, 2021 0

Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, on Thursday, recounted some of his successes in 2020 despite the myriad of challenges facing the nation, urging residents to maintain a positive outlook for the new year.…

Health

Governor Seyi Makinde Disobeys Covid-19 Regulations During 53rd Birthday Party

Dumebi Dec 26, 2020 0

The Governor Of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, celebrated his birthday, on Friday, where all COVID-19 regulations were disregarded.The Herald gathered that during the 53rd birthday celebrations, safety protocols, like the use of face…

Security

NANS Accuses Amotekun of Killing University of Ibadan Student

Dumebi Dec 24, 2020 0

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has accused Security Agency, Amotekun, in Oyo State, of killing a 400-level student of the University of Ibadan.Mayowa Opakunle, The NANS Joint Campus Committee Chairman in Oyo State,…

Government

Makinde Inaugurates Oyo Anti-Corruption Agency

David Adeoye Dec 22, 2020 0

Gov. Seyi Makinde on Tuesday inaugurated the Oyo Anti-Corruption Agency (OYACA) to curb fraudulent conduct in the state public service.Recall that Makinde, upon assumption of office in 2019, said that the state under his watch…

Politics

PDP Ondo Chieftains Deny Governor Makinde As Southwest Leader

Dumebi Dec 22, 2020 0

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Chieftains in Ondo State have stated that Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, is not the leader of the party in the Southwest geo-political zone.Ex Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, on Monday,…

Government

Oyo State Governor Signs N268.8 Billion 2021 Budget Into Law

David Adeoye Dec 21, 2020 0

Gov Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on Monday signed the 2021 state appropriation bill of N268.8 billion into law.He signed the budget, which the state lawmakers increased by N2.2 billion, at the Executive Council Chambers…

Politics

Obasanjo Visits Seyi Makinde In Ibadan (Photos)

John Ogunsemore Dec 17, 2020 0

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo today paid a courtesy visit on Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde at the Government House, Ibadan.Photos of the visit were shared on the Oyo State Government's social media pages.Reacting to…

Politics

“Forget 2023; let’s secure Nigeria first” – Seyi Makinde chides fellow…

John Ogunsemore Dec 15, 2020 0

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde says those jostling for the 2023 presidency should put personal ambitions aside and first work to secure the nation.He said that after security, restructuring of the nation must follow.According to a…

Tribute

Harry Akande’s death came to me as a shock – Makinde

David Adeoye Dec 6, 2020 0

Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has described as a huge loss, the death of business mogul and former presidential aspirant, Chief Harry Akande.Makinde expressed regret in a condolence message to the deceased’s family, according to a…

Government

Oyo State Governor Pledges to Tackle Hunger in the State

Adebisi Fatima Shittu Dec 1, 2020 0

Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has pledged to support his people to tackle hunger and bring down anger in the state.Makinde stated this on Monday in Ibadan during his investiture as the Grand Patron of the Nigeria Union of…

News

Makinde mourns Awolowo’s eldest daughter, Mrs Tola Oyediran

David Adeoye Oct 17, 2020 0

Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has described the death of Mrs Tola Oyediran, the eldest daughter of late Chief Obafemi Awolowo as a great loss to the state and the entire country.SEE ALSO: UNIFEMGA organises free surgeries for 45…

Tribute

Buhari, PDP mourn Seyi Makinde’s mother

John Ogunsemore Oct 15, 2020 0

President Muhammadu Buhari and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have commiserated with Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on the demise of his mother, Madam Omojolagbe Abigail Makinde.In a statement signed by his Senior Special…

Politics

JUST IN: PDP rejects INEC returning officer for Ondo guber

John Ogunsemore Oct 8, 2020 0

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected the choice of Prof Eyitope Ogungbenro Ogunbodede, the Vice Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife as the Chief Returning Officer of Saturday's governorship election in Ondo State.…

Government

Gov. Makinde Commends Nigerian Army for Impartiality in National Politics

David Adeoye Sep 14, 2020 0

Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo state has commended officers of the Nigerian Army for their impartiality in the nation’s political process.Makinde gave the commendation on Monday while receiving the Chief of Army Staff (COAS),…

Politics

Ondo guber not about Yoruba presidency – Seyi Makinde mocks Tinubu, Akeredolu

John Ogunsemore Sep 13, 2020 0

The Chairman of the PDP National Campaign Council for Ondo State Guber election, Seyi Makinde, says residents of the state should disregard those linking the election to Yoruba presidency in 2023.Makinde, who is the Governor of Oyo…

Politics

Seyi Makinde Squandering State Money on Vice Presidential Ambition – APC

Tony Abu Momoh Sep 12, 2020 0

This is not the first time the APC would accuse Seyi Makinde of mis-governance, despite massive strides being made by the Governor in Oyo State.

Politics

Fayose Confronts Seyi Makinde over PDP South-West Leadership

Tony Abu Momoh Sep 10, 2020 0

Fayose said while he acknowledged the role of Makinde as a regional party leader, he has no right to

Government

Seyi Makinde Sacks Works Commissioner, Swaps Two Others

David Adeoye Aug 10, 2020 0

Gov. Seyi Makinde Oyo State has sacked his Commissioner for Works, Infrastructure and Transport, Prof. Raphael Afonja. SEE ALSO: BREAKING: Pantami Orders NIPOST To Suspend License Fees Mr Taiwo Adisa, the Chief Press Secretary to the…

Government

Oyo Records First COVID-19 Patient Delivery, 19 New Cases

Tony Abu Momoh Jul 4, 2020 0

The Oyo State COVID-19 Task force has announced its first COVID-19 patient delivery at the state Infectious disease centre, Olodo.According to a statement released on Twitter, by Governor Seyi Makinde, both mother and child are doing…

Metro

Oyo Government Is Playing Politics With The Death Of My Husband- Florence Ajimobi

Akeem Abas Jun 28, 2020 0

Mrs Florence Ajimobi, wife of late former Gov. Abiola Ajimobi, has alleged that the Oyo State Government was playing politics with the death of her husband.SEE ALSO: Plateau Speaker Says House Ready To Support Measures To Combat…

Health

COVID-19: Oyo State Conducted 3,065 Tests Within 8 Days- Makinde

Oluwabukola Akanni Jun 19, 2020 0

Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on Friday said that the state carried out 3,065 coronavirus tests in eight days. SEE ALSO: COVID-19: Nigerians flout Safety Guidelines despite rising cases - PTF Makinde disclosed this via his official…

Government

Seyi Makinde Relaxes Curfew, Directs All Workers to Resume June 22

David Adeoye Jun 15, 2020 0

The Oyo State COVID-19 Task Force, on Monday, announced the relaxation of the curfew imposed on the state, following the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the curfew will now…

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