Oyo Govt. Reaffirms Commitment to Women’s Welfare

 

The Oyo State Government has reiterated its commitment to prioritizing the welfare and empowerment of women across the state.

The Secretary to the State Government, Professor Musibau Babatunde Adetunji, made this known during a courtesy visit by the women’s wing of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) at the Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Ibadan.

Professor Adetunji stated that the present administration under the leadership of Governor Seyi Makinde remains committed to policies and programmes that promote the welfare and advancement of women in Oyo State.

He urged women in the state to work collectively towards common goals, emphasizing the importance of organizing training programmes and symposiums that would further educate and empower women to take leadership roles in society.

According to him, "the Makinde-led administration has consistently given priority to women’s development across the state".

Adetunji also encouraged the NLC women’s wing to continue promoting the government’s achievements in governance across every part of the state so that the administration’s good work would be sustained in the Pacesetter State.

“Women are increasingly taking up more seats in the National Assembly, State Assemblies, as Commissioners, Permanent Secretaries and Heads of Local Government Administration in the country,”

 “Always carry the media houses along in all your programmes so that your activities can gain prominence in the society.”

In her remarks, the chairperson of the NLC women’s wing, Comrade Olumide Lawal Bolanle, commended Governor Makinde for prioritizing women’s welfare in the state.

She also urged the state government to further promote gender equality and ensure that women are adequately represented in governance and decision-making processes across the state.

Abiodun Atilola 

Media Officer to the SSG/HOS 

9/3/2026

Breaking: Makinde to Swear in Newly Appointed Permanent Secretaries on Tuesday

The Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde will, on Tuesday, preside over the swearing-in ceremony of the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries in the state’s Civil/Public Service.

In a statement issued and signed in Ibadan, the Oyo State Capital by the Oyo State Head of Service, Mrs Olubunmi Oni,mni hinted that the ceremony will take place on Tuesday by 10:00 a.m at the Executive Council Chambers, Governor's Office, Secretariat, Ibadan.

The event marks a significant administrative step in strengthening the leadership structure of the state Civil Service. 

At the ceremony, the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries are expected to formally take the oath of office before the Governor.

The appointments are part of ongoing efforts by Governor Makinde administration to enhance efficiency and service delivery within the public service of Oyo State and for the overall development of the state.

Abiodun Atilola 

Media Officer to the SSG/HOS 

9/3/2026.

IWD: NASFAT Oyo Zone 1, Women Management Celebrates International Women's Day

... Urges Women to Train Their Children 

The NASRULAHIL Fatih Society (NASFAT), Oyo Zone 1, Women Management Committee comprises Ibadan and Ibarapa on Saturday celebrated 2026 World International Women's Day with March pass, Awards of recognition and presentation of gifts for Quran and Quic competition for female children participants to mark the (IWD) day. 

The celebration was held at the NASFAT Headquarters, Samonda, Ibadan with the Theme: "Give to Take" where women gathered in their hundred to celebrate their annual special day.

In his welcome address, the past zonal Chairman, also the chairman of the occasion, Alhaji. Tajudeen Olaosebikan enjoined women to continue to be resilient and uphold the moral values and dignity in them and also support their husband to train their children so that they can be useful to the  society.

Olaosebikan said. "International Women's Day is not just a one day off, it is something we can be celebrating everyday, because we have to celebrate our women for their perseverance, most importantly, the vital roles they played in the society.

In his Goodwill Message,  NASFAT Zonal Chairman, Alhaji Abdul-Rasak Fadahunsii  charged women to be united and strong, saying that, that is what they can do to fight their cause any where they find themselves in the world.

He said. "International Women's Day is the day set aside for the whole world to know that women folks are more recognized in our society and to challenge them to play their roles as it expected of them among the committee of women in the world.

Fadahunsi urged women to give their children good home training, sound education with moral behavior just as he admonished them to spend more resources for the work of Allah in order to receive more blessings from God.

The Zonal Women Affairs Secretary, Alhaja Khadijat Monilade Busari said women are the pillar and the builder of the society hinting that, the role the women played in the society cannot be over emphasized.

Alhaja Busari added further that women should recognize their purpose on the surface of the earth and continue to play their positive role in building and support to the humanity.

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Oyo Govt Trains 100 Residents as Environmental Whistleblowers to Strengthen Compliance

The Oyo State Government, through the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, has trained no fewer than 100 residents to serve as environmental whistleblowers under the Oyo Soro Soke Sita (OYO SSS), a surveillance scheme aimed at strengthening environmental law enforcement across the state.

Speaking during the training programme held on Friday at the Ministry’s Conference Room, the Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Engr. (Dr.) Ademola Aderinto, said the initiative was designed to engage citizens in protecting the environment while creating a self-employment opportunity.

The Commissioner who spoke through  Director, Planning, Research, and Statistics, Mrs. Abimbola Akinbobola, 

 explained that participants are expected to monitor their surroundings and report individuals or organisations violating environmental laws in the state.

He  emphasized that the whistleblowers are not enforcement officers and therefore should not confront or apprehend offenders.

 According to him, their responsibility is to discreetly capture photographic or video evidence of environmental violations and forward such reports through the appropriate channels.

He further noted that once the reports are verified, the information will be relayed to the nearest environmental enforcement team for necessary action.

He added that whistleblowers will receive commissions for credible reports that lead to the prosecution and fining of offenders.

The Commissioner assured participants that the commissions would be paid directly into their registered bank accounts without any stress once the enforcement process is completed.

He explained that the  training forms part of the Oyo State Government’s broader efforts to strengthen environmental compliance, encourage citizen participation, and ensure a cleaner and saner environment for all residents of the state.

Power Struggle in OPC New Era as Akinpelu Disowns Expulsion Letter

A leadership crisis has deepened within the Oodua People’s Congress (OPC) New Era as Comrade Adesina Akinpelu has dismissed his purported expulsion from the group, describing the action as futile and unconstitutional.

Akinpelu insisted that he remains a national leader of the Yoruba sociocultural organization, arguing that the National Executive Council (NEC) led by Alhaji Rasaq Arogundade Balogun, popularly known as 

“Sadam,” no longer has the authority to take such a decision.

According to him, the NEC that announced his expulsion ceased to exist on December 12, 2025, following the expiration of its eight-year tenure as stipulated in the organization’s constitution.

Speaking on the development, Akinpelu—who served as National Publicity Secretary in the dissolved NEC—lamented that Balogun had refused to vacate office to pave the way for the constitution of a caretaker committee that would oversee the affairs of the organization pending the emergence of a new NEC.

He accused Balogun of attempting to cling to power and deliberately stoking tension within the organization.

“In his bid to sit tight in office, Sadam is trying to ignite violence within the organization. This development was reported to the Department of State Services (DSS) in Lagos,” Akinpelu said.

He added that the matter was also reported to the police at Zone 2 Command in Onikan, Lagos, where members involved in the dispute were invited.

According to him, the police subsequently asked all parties to sign an undertaking committing themselves to maintaining peace across Lagos and other states in Yorubaland pending the outcome of investigations into the leadership dispute.

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We are still waiting for the report of police findings when Sadam, alongside the Secretary of the dissolved NEC, Chief Bayo Oyename, came out with the purported letter of expulsion without consultation or approval from the Elders’ Council,” he said.

Akinpelu maintained that under the OPC New Era constitution, only the Elders’ Council has the authority to discipline or expel leaders of the organization.

He therefore declared that the purported expulsion would not stand.

The OPC leader further accused Balogun of deliberately planning to trigger violence within the group, contrary to the collective resolution of senior leaders who had agreed that the leadership tussle must not degenerate into bloodshed.

The development highlights growing tensions within the OPC New Era as members await the outcome of police investigations and a possible resolution to the leadership dispute.

IWD: NASFAT Oyo Zone 1, Women Management Celebrates International Women's Day

... Urges Women to Train Their Children 

The NASRULAHIL Fatih Society (NASFAT), Oyo Zone 1, Women Management Committee comprises Ibadan and Ibarapa on Saturday celebrated 2026 World International Women's Day with March pass, Awards of recognition and presentation of gifts for Quran and Quic competition for female children participants to mark the (IWD) day. 

The celebration was held at the NASFAT Headquarters, Samonda, Ibadan with the Theme: "Give to Take" where women gathered in their hundred to celebrate their annual special day.

In his welcome address, the past zonal Chairman, also the chairman of the occasion, Alhaji. Razak Fadahunsi enjoined women to continue to be resilient and uphold the moral values and dignity in them and also support their husband to train their children so that they can be useful to the  society.

Fadahunsi said. "International Women's Day is not just a one day off, it is something we can be celebrating everyday, because we have to celebrate our women for their perseverance, most importantly, the vital roles they played in the society.

In his opening remarks, former NASFAT zonal Chairman, Alhaji Tajudeen Olaosebikan charged women to be united and strong, saying that, that is what they can do to fight their cause any where they find themselves in the world.

He said. "International Women's Day is the day set aside for the whole world to know that women folks are more recognized in our society and to challenge them to play their roles as it expected of them among the committee of women in the world.

Olaosebikan urged women to give their children good home training, sound education with moral behavior just as he admonished them to spend more resources for the work of Allah in order to receive more blessings from God.

The Zonal Women Affairs Secretary of the programme, Alhaja Khadijat Monilade Busari said women are the pillar and the builder of the society hinting that, the role the women played in the society cannot be over emphasized.

Alhaja Busari added further that women should recognize their purpose from the surface of the earth and continue to play their positive role in building and support to the humanity.

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Oyo NUJ Hails Mrs. Ajimobi’s Diplomatic Appointment

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has congratulated the wife of a former Governor of Oyo State, Florence Ajimobi, Mrs Florence Ajimobi on her appointment as Nigeria’s Ambassador to Austria by President Bola Tinubu.

In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman Mr. Akeem Abas, and the Secretary, Temidayo Adu, the union described the appointment as well-deserved, noting that Mrs. Ajimobi possesses the experience, leadership capacity and global exposure required to represent Nigeria effectively.

The NUJ Oyo State Council stated that the appointment was not only a recognition of Mrs. Ajimobi’s years of service and contributions to national development but also a moment of pride for the people of Oyo State. 

The council expressed confidence that she would bring dignity and excellence to the diplomatic assignment, adding that Mrs. Ajimobi has, over the years, demonstrated commitment to humanitarian causes, women empowerment and community development, attributes which would further strengthen Nigeria’s diplomatic engagements in Europe.

The council also commended President Tinubu for finding Mrs. Ajimobi worthy of the strategic role, describing the decision as one that reflects merit, competence, and dedication to national service.

It added that her appointment serves as an inspiration to women across the country, particularly in Oyo State, encouraging them to aspire to leadership and international service.

Oyo NUJ noted that with her wealth of experience in public service and social advocacy, Mrs. Ajimobi is well positioned to promote Nigeria’s interests and strengthen bilateral relations between Nigeria and Austria.