Oyo College of Health Sciences and Technology (OYSCOHEST) Management Visits Oyo Head of Service

 

The Management Team of the Oyo State College of Health Sciences and Technology, (OYSCOHEST) led by the Provost, Pharmacist Oluyemisi Oyewo, on Wednesday paid a courtesy visit to the Oyo State Head of Service, Dr. Mrs. Adenike Fasina, mni, at her office in the State Secretariat, Ibadan.

The visit provided an opportunity for the college management to formally congratulate Dr. Fasina on her recent appointment as the Head of Service and to reaffirm the institution's commitment to supporting the policies and programmes of the Oyo State Government.

Speaking during the visit, Pharmacist Oyewo commended the Head of Service for her dedication to public service and expressed confidence in her ability to further strengthen the state's civil service through innovative reforms and effective leadership.

In her response, Dr. Fasina appreciated the management team for the visit and their goodwill. She emphasized the importance of collaboration among government institutions in achieving the administration's goals, particularly in the areas of capacity building, professionalism, and improved service delivery.

The Head of Service also reiterated her commitment to sustaining ongoing reforms in the state public service while encouraging institutions under the state government to continue promoting excellence and accountability in their operations.

The courtesy visit was attended by principal officers of the Oyo State College of Health Sciences and Technology and senior officials in the Office of the Head of Service.

Abiodun Atilola 

Media Officer to the SSG/HOS 

June, 11. 2026.

Oyo SSG Presents Appointment Letter to New Head of Service

 

The Secretary to the Oyo State Government, Professor Musibau Babatunde, on Thursday officially presented the appointment letter of the Head of the Oyo State Civil/Public Service to the newly appointed Head of Service, Dr. Mrs. Adenike Fasina, mni.

The presentation ceremony took place at the Office of the Head of Service, Secretariat, Ibadan, marking a significant milestone in the leadership transition within the state's civil service.

Professor Babatunde, while presenting the appointment letter, congratulated Dr. Fasina on her elevation and expressed confidence in her ability to provide effective leadership for the state's workforce. 

He noted that her wealth of experience in the civil service would further strengthen the ongoing reforms and improve service delivery across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in Oyo State.

In her response, Dr. Fasina expressed appreciation to Governor Seyi Makinde for the confidence reposed in her and pledged to justify the trust by working diligently to advance the administration's vision for a more efficient and productive public service.

The new Head of Service assured civil and public servants in the state of her commitment to promoting professionalism, discipline and continuous reforms aimed at enhancing service delivery and the welfare of workers.

The event was attended by top government officials and senior civil servants who joined in congratulating Dr. Fasina on her appointment as the 32nd Head of Service of Oyo State.

Abiodun Atilola 

Media Officer to the SSG/HOS 

June,11.2026.

OYO STATE POLICE COMMAND DEBUNKS FALSE ALLEGATIONS OF TERRORIST MOVEMENT INTO OGBOMOSO AXIS, WARNS AGAINST SPREAD OF FAKE NEWS

The Oyo State Police Command wishes to address and clarify a video and accompanying voice note currently circulating across various social media platforms alleging the movement and infiltration of suspected Lukarawa terrorists into forests around Ogbomoso and the Old Oyo National Park.

The Command unequivocally rejects and dismisses the claims contained in the said video and voice note as false, misleading, and entirely without factual basis. Comprehensive intelligence assessments and security reports available to the Command do not support nor suggest the existence of any such terrorist movement or infiltration within the areas mentioned.

Preliminary investigations further reveal that the video being circulated is not recent. Rather, it is an old video that has been in circulation for some time and is being deliberately recycled and misrepresented to create fear, panic, and apprehension among residents of Oyo State. The Command therefore urges members of the public to refrain from sharing unverified security-related content and to always seek confirmation from official sources before disseminating such information.

Notwithstanding the falsity of the report, the Oyo State Police Command remains proactive and resolute in its commitment to the safety and security of all residents of the State. Consequently, intelligence and covert operatives have been strategically deployed to border communities and other vulnerable locations within the affected axis to further strengthen the robust security architecture and early warning mechanisms already in place.

The deployed operatives are working in close synergy with existing local security structures, community-based intelligence networks, traditional institutions, hunters, vigilante groups, and other critical stakeholders to ensure enhanced intelligence gathering, prompt information sharing, and swift response to any emerging security concerns.

In addition, the Command has significantly increased visibility policing, confidence-building patrols, intelligence-led stop-and-search operations, and strategic deployments across Ogbomoso, the Old Oyo National Park axis, and adjoining border communities. These measures are aimed at reassuring residents, deterring criminal elements, and maintaining the prevailing peace and security within the area.

The Command therefore calls on members of the public, particularly residents of border communities and rural settlements, to remain vigilant and security-conscious. Citizens are encouraged to promptly report any suspicious movement, persons, or activities to the nearest police station, security formation, or through established emergency channels.

Furthermore, the Command expresses serious concern over the increasing trend of fake news, misinformation, and unverified security alerts being deliberately circulated on social media platforms. Such false reports are capable of creating unnecessary panic, generating fear among law-abiding citizens, undermining public confidence, disrupting economic activities, and diverting security resources from genuine security concerns.

The dissemination of false security information is not only irresponsible and unethical but also constitutes a criminal offence punishable under extant laws. Individuals who deliberately originate, publish, or circulate false information with the intent to cause public alarm, incite fear, or destabilize the peace and security of the State are hereby warned to desist forthwith.

The Nigeria Police Force, Oyo State Command, will leave no stone unturned in identifying, investigating, arresting, and prosecuting any individual or group found culpable of spreading falsehoods capable of jeopardizing public peace and security.

The Command reassures residents of Oyo State that there is currently no credible intelligence indicating the presence or infiltration of the purported terrorist group within the State. Citizens are therefore advised to remain calm, go about their lawful activities without fear, and rely solely on verified information disseminated through official channels of the Nigeria Police Force and other recognized security agencies.

The public is urged to disregard the said video and voice note in their entirety.

Together, through vigilance, responsible information sharing, and sustained cooperation with security agencies, we shall continue to keep Oyo State safe, peaceful, and secure.

OYRTMA Trains Officers on Intelligence Gathering, Public Safety.

             

 The Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA) has trained its senior officers and staff on intelligence gathering, vigilance, and public safety as part of efforts to strengthen security across Oyo State.

The one-day training programme, held during the week  at the Oyo State House of Chiefs, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan, focused on enhancing the capacity of traffic officers to support security agencies through effective observation, surveillance, and timely reporting of suspicious activities.

Speaking during the programme, the Chairman of OYRTMA, Major Adekoya Adesagba (Rtd), said traffic officers have responsibilities that extend beyond traffic management, road decongestion, and the removal of road obstructions. According to him, Officers are strategically positioned to contribute to public security because of their daily interactions with thousands of motorists and road users across the state.

Adesagba, who delivered lectures titled “The Front Line of Order: The Role of Traffic Officers in Enhancing Self and Public Security in Oyo State” and “OYRTMA Intelligence Training: From Traffic Enforcement to Security Intelligence Assets,” stressed the importance of intelligence gathering in crime prevention. The training was held under the theme, “Eyes on the Road – Intelligence in Action.”

He cited recent security challenges in parts of the state, including incidents of banditry in Ogbomoso and kidnapping in Ibadan, and urged officers to remain vigilant while carrying out their duties.

Adesagba also reminded participants of the Oyo State Government's restriction on the movement of commercial motorcycles and tricycles between 10:30 p.m. and 5:30 a.m., noting that the policy was introduced to curb criminal activities such as robbery, kidnapping, and banditry.

He explained that OYRTMA maintains close collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force, Operation Burst, and the Oyo State Security Network Agency (Amotekun Corps) in ensuring the security of lives and property across the state.

As part of the training, officers were advised to pay attention to suspicious behaviour, unusual passenger interactions, suspicious luggage, and vehicles operating without registration plates. Adesagba urged personnel to report suspicious activities to the appropriate security agencies rather than confront suspects directly.

He further emphasized the need for situational awareness, public enlightenment, and personal safety, encouraging officers to adopt a more professional and educative approach in their interactions with road users while remaining alert to security threats.

In his vote of thanks, the General Manager of OYRTMA, Commander Ayoade Adeoye, represented by the Director of Administration and Supplies, Mr. Olusola Akanmu, commended the chairman for his commitment to staff development and appreciated the Oyo State Government for its continued support of the Authority.

He also thanked participants for attending the programme and prayed for the safe return of officers who travelled from Ogbomoso, Iseyin, Oyo, and other operational zones.

Among those present were the Director of Finance and Accounts, Mrs. Dore Kehinde; the Deputy Director of Administration and Supplies, Mr. Owolabi Akeem; the Deputy Director of Finance and Accounts, Mrs. Aborowa Funke; as well as other senior officers and staff of the Authority.

OYO ALERTS RESIDENTS TO FLASH FLOOD RISKS, URGES STRICT ADHERENCE TO SAFETY MEASURES

The Oyo State Government has alerted residents across the state to the heightened risk of flash floods in June 2026 following the High Impact Based Forecast issued by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet). 

The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Hon. Ademola Aderinto said that high intensity thunderstorms and heavy surface runoff could result in temporary road overflows and community flooding, calling on residents to cooperate with government efforts to protect lives and property.

Hon. Aderinto stated that while the state government has intensified the clearing of critical drainage channels across the state, residents must also play their part by ensuring that drains, gutters and waterways around their homes and communities are free of plastic bottles, silt and other waste materials that obstruct the free flow of water.

The Commissioner further warned individuals and developers against unauthorized dredging or construction activities capable of altering natural water channels or blocking drainage paths, stressing that such actions constitute violations of Oyo State environmental laws and will attract appropriate sanctions. He also advised motorists and pedestrians to avoid driving or walking through flooded roads, especially at night, as flash floods can be deceptive and powerful enough to sweep away vehicles and individuals.

He urged residents living in low lying valley and flood prone communities to take proactive measures by securing their lives and property, including elevating valuable household items, important documents and electrical appliances above floor level. Parents and guardians were also advised to keep children and other vulnerable persons indoors during periods of heavy rainfall to reduce exposure to danger.

Hon. Aderinto emphasized that indiscriminate dumping of refuse into public drains and rivers remains a major cause of flash flooding, warning that enforcement teams have been deployed to intensify monitoring and prosecute offenders, particularly within the Ibadan metropolis and other densely populated areas of the state. He assured residents that the government has activated emergency response contingency plans and urged everyone to remain calm, vigilant and be safety conscious throughout the rainy season.

Oyo Govt Supports Women Broadcasters’ Forum, Declares 3-Day Prayer/Fasting for Orire Abductees

The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Women Broadcasters’ Forum (Nigeria and Diaspora), a body of female broadcasters advocating for the rights and welfare of women in society.

The Honourable Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatubosun, gave the assurance while receiving members of the forum during a courtesy visit to the Ministry.

Dr. Olatubosun commended the move to formally inaugurate the forum, describing it as a platform that will give women and other vulnerable groups a stronger voice in society.

He, however, advised the forum to put the right structures in place that will stand the test of time, and to work closely with other women journalists’ associations to sustain its vision and programmes.

The Commissioner also pledged the support of the Oyo State Government for the forum’s activities and future plans.

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mr. Rotimi Babalola, commended the courage of the women broadcasters for championing the cause of women in the profession and the female gender as a whole.

Similarly, the General Manager of the Oyo State Council for Arts and Culture, Mr. Kunle Agboola, expressed delight at the development and encouraged the group to expand its membership across other media professional bodies, including the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union (RATTAWU)

Responding, the President of the forum, Mrs. Tolani Aladelaja, explained that the group had been in existence for some time but felt it was important to formally introduce its activities to a wider audience of media professionals.

According to her, the forum serves as a voice for women, the vulnerable, and victims of domestic violence in both rural and urban communities.

“Our mission is to be the voice of the voiceless and the vulnerable, while advocating against all forms of violence affecting women and other disadvantaged groups,” she said.

Mrs. Aladelaja noted that the purpose of the visit was to formally introduce the forum to the Oyo State Government and to invite the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatubosun, to its inauguration scheduled for June 20, 2026.

She further disclosed that the forum currently has about 85 members drawn from various media houses across Oyo State.

She added that, after the inauguration, plans are underway to expand its presence by establishing chapters in other states of the federation 

In solidarity with the families of the abductees in Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State, the forum also announced plans to hold a three-day prayer and fasting session for their safe return.

OYRLEA Intensifies Enforcement Against Open Grazing

... Impounds Livestock in Iseyin

The Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority (OYRLEA) has intensified its enforcement activities against illegal open grazing and unauthorized livestock rearing at Apata Olomo, off Ado-Awaye Road, Iseyin, in Iseyin Local Government Area of Oyo State.

The enforcement operation was initiated following petitions received from farmers within the community, who alleged that the activities of some herders had led to the destruction of farmlands and the consumption of agricultural produce by livestock, thereby affecting their livelihoods.

Acting on the complaints, the OYRLEA enforcement team, led by Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Francis Ojoomo (Rtd), alongside the Chief of Staff to the OYRLEA Chairperson, Kofoworola A. Akinbode, Esq., and other security operatives, proceeded to the area to investigate the claims.

During the operation, the allegations were verified as the team discovered livestock openly grazing in violation of the State’s regulations on open grazing and livestock control. This led to the impoundment of some of the animals by the enforcement team.

OYRLEA reiterated its commitment to upholding the rule of law, protecting agricultural communities, and ensuring compliance with livestock management regulations across Oyo State