Alhaji Abdul Gafar Agbolagade Installs As Mogaji Alaboto, Pledges To Promote Ibadanland

Alhaji Abdul Gafar  Agbolagade Adelakun popularly known as Alhaji Ten Ten  of the Alaboto family , Foko Ibadan , the ancestral home of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty,  Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja has promised to abide with the guidelines and  principles of Ibadanland not to use his position  to torment or wintchhunt any one in Ibadanland but to use the avenue of his new status to uplift the cultural heritage of Ibadanland .

Alhaji Abdul Gafar, the newly installed Mogaji of the Alaboto Okanto Compound of Apana , Foko , Ibadan disclosed this during his recent installation by the Olubadan of Ibadanland,  Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja at the Oke Aremo palace of the revered monarch .

Alhaji Ten Ten  however thanked the Olubadan of Ibadanland,  Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja and his immediate family for the honour bestowed on him .

He disclosed that so many people were qualified to occupy the position and they decided to give him the opportunity to represent the family and as the official flag bearer of the Alaboto , Apaana Dynasty.

" I am not the only qualified person in our family and I have to thank my family members from the youngest to the eldest for chosen me to represent the family both at home and in the diaspora" He stated . 

Alhaji Ten Ten a renown philanthropist however thanked his friends and families from Agbaje , Agbeni Market and Idumota Lagos for their supports and to make the installation a remarkable one which can never be forgotten in a hurry .

The philanthropist however Pledges his commitments to ensure that great things happens during his reign and to promote the good legacies of Ibadanland .

In his words the setman of Al--Basit Homes And Properties however greets all Muslims for the Eid-Adya , Ileya celebrations and prayed that Allah will grant everyone many more fruitful years of celebrations in life .

OBA LADOJA ENJOINS NEWLY INSTALLED CHIEFS TO BE GOOD AMBASSADORS OF IBADANLAND

His Imperial Majesty Oba (Dr) Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja (Arusa1) has enjoined the new Chiefs installed on Monday to be good Ambassadors of Ibadanland any where they may be

The call was contained in the press release issued and signed immediately after the installation of fourteen Mogajis and seven Baales at the Banquet Hall of Olubadan palace,Oke Aremo, Ibadan 

Speaking through the Balogun of Ibadanland Oba (Barr) Tajudeen Abimbola Ajibola, Oba Ladoja said the era of traditional affluence had gone, adding that any installed traditional ruler must prepare to work assiduously for the unity, progress and development of Ibadanland 

According to the paramount ruler,"one of your traditional duties is to guarantee the security of life and property of the people in your domains and Ibadanland at large ".

I once again appealed to Oyo State Government and all Local Government Councils in the state to profile the foreigners in Oyo State with the hope of returning those with the questionable character to their states of origin or prosecute them under the law of the land 

"It is worrisome the alarming rate at which people are being kidnapped, terrorized, maimed and killed nowadays,I charge government at all levels, security operatives, traditional rulers and other security stakeholders to urgently tackle insecurity menace so that the law abiding citizens can move freely and go about their lawful duties without fear of molestation, intimidation and being kidnapped", the paramount ruler admonished 

Arusa1 appealed to the Mogajis and Baales installed to abstain from aiding and abetting the land grabbers, be personally involved in land grabbing or prepared to forfeit their traditional titles and face the full wrath of law 

Responding on behalf of the new Chiefs, one of the newly installed Mogajis, Mogaji (Dr) Dada Olaniyi Aborisade of Talontan Awonjelogun Compound,Aremo, Ibadan assured Olubadan and his council the determination of the new Mogajis and Baales to serve Ibadanland to the best of their ability 

Mogaji Aborisade pledged that the new Chiefs will abide with the traditional rules and regulations of Ibadanland 

Other installed  Mogajis are Agbolagade Adelakunof Laboto compound,Foko, Ibrahim Babatunde Jamilu Oke Ofa Atipe, Kazeem Isola, Gbenla, Basit Adio Oke - Senni, Olaolu Ogunsola - Anisere Agugu, Lawal Adelokun Itabale Ogboriefon, Akinpelu Oluwafemi Osun Ajiboro Aremo,Dauda Abimbola Badmus Isale - Osi, Ibadan 

Other new Mogajis are Oyelami Adesina One, Isiaka Agboluaje Oke Foko, Bojesomo Akande Oje area, Ademola Arijo Oopo Yiosa and Dauda  Idowu Alao of Gbenla Aliiwo, Ibadan 

The seven Baales installed are Olutola David Oyedapo of Olanla village, Ezekiel Totoola Oladipupo Abanla village, Oyeladun Olusungbemi Sukuru village, Opeola Ramon Oleojegi village 

Other Baales are Amidu Olopade Mobileje Oguntedo village, Kehinde Akintola Agoro Ogbere Idi - Osan village and Muheedeen Morakinyo baale Gidi - Gidi village in Ibadanland 

Present at the install ation Ceremony were Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland Oba (Sir) Eddy Oyewole OtunBalogun of Ibadanland Oba ( Dr ) Kolawole Adegbola, Osi Olubadan of Ibadanland Oba Abiodun Kola - Daisi, Ashipa Olubadan of Ibadanland Oba Salawudeen Amidu Ajibade, Ekerin Balogun of Ibadanland Oba Akeem Mobolaji Adewoyin, representatives of Iyalode of Ibadanland and Olori (Barr) Rasidat Olayinka Ladoja.

NO MORE SANCTITY FOR HUMAN BLOOD IN NIGERIA - ALADEKUGBE

The Archbishop of Ibadan Ecclesiastical Province and the Bishop of Ibadan North Anglican Diocese,His Grace, the Most Rev. Williams Oluwarotimi Aladekugbe has declared that there is no more sanctity for huma blood in Nigeria again, instead the politicians are concerned about winning 2027 general elections and dancing at political campaign rallies

The message was delivered during the peentecostal service at the Cathedral of St Peter Aremo, Ibadan on Sunday by Archbishop Aladekugbe 

"The level at which terrorism , banditry and kidnapping in Nigeria today is pushing the church and our youths to  edge adding that we don't have  words of calm for our youths again and this portends danger for our country Nigeria", the Cleric lamented

"We are grieved and pained about the brutal killings, kidnapping and terrorism by bandits and Fulani herdsmen going on in Nigeria unchecked due to infiltration and compromise by our political leaders which has discouraged investors from investing in our country and our brilliant and best brains to leave the country to seek for greener pastures in the other nations of the world where there is peaceful co -existence and human lives have value, the Archbishop further stressed 

The Archbishop seriously noted the killings of Nigerian soldiers, police men and other security operatives including our local hunters and vigilantes because of the obsolete fire arms they use compared with the surphiscated  modern guns in the hands of the terrorists adding that it is high time our political leaders wake from their slumber to save Nigeria from total collapse 

He finally pray the Almighty God to redirect the minds of the politicians governing us to remain focused on the security of life and property of the people

Oyo Trains Health Officers to Improve Childhood Illness Management Across 33 LGAs

The Oyo State Primary Health Care Board organized a six-day intensive training programme on Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI) for Officers on Operational Level drawn from the thirty-three Local Government Areas of the State, as part of efforts to strengthen child healthcare delivery and reduce childhood morbidity and mortality across Oyo State.

The training, held at Plaza De Aruna Hotel, brought together health officers responsible for coordinating child health interventions at the grassroots level, with focus on enhancing participants’ technical competence in the prevention, identification and management of common childhood illnesses including malaria, pneumonia, diarrhoea, malnutrition and vaccine-preventable diseases.

Speaking during the opening ceremony, the Executive Secretary of the Oyo State Primary Health Care Board, Dr. Muideen Olatunji, described the training as a critical intervention aimed at improving healthcare outcomes for children under five years of age in the State.

Dr. Olatunji noted that the Integrated Management of Childhood Illness strategy remains one of the most effective global approaches for addressing major causes of child mortality and ensuring holistic child survival.

According to him, the administration of the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Oluseyi Makinde remains committed to strengthening the primary healthcare system through regular capacity building, provision of medical infrastructure and improved healthcare policies that directly impact the wellbeing of mothers and children.

He added that the State Government recognizes the importance of skilled healthcare workers in achieving sustainable healthcare delivery at the community level, urging participants to maximally utilize the knowledge acquired during the training in their respective Local Government Areas.

Dr. Olatunji emphasized that the success of child survival programmes depends largely on the competence, dedication and responsiveness of operational health officers who serve as the bridge between healthcare policies and community implementation.

He stated, “This training is not just another routine programme; it is a deliberate investment in the future of our children and the health system of Oyo State. We expect every participant to return to their duty posts better equipped to identify, manage and refer childhood illnesses appropriately in line with global best practices.”

Also speaking at the programme, the lead facilitators including Dr. Rasheed Adepoju, Dr. Taiwo Kolawole, Dr. Olajumoke Margaret Aiyeku, Dr. Zainab Hamzat, Mrs. Atolagbe and Mr. Samuel Olaoye Olarinde, commended the Oyo State Government and the Board for prioritizing child health and continuous professional development for healthcare workers.

The facilitators noted that the IMCI strategy provides a comprehensive framework for improving case management skills, strengthening health systems and promoting key family and community health practices, adding that the training combined theoretical learning with practical demonstrations, case studies and group exercises for effective knowledge transfer.

The State Integrated Management of Childhood Illness Programme Officer, Mrs. Mosunmade Adepeju, emphasized the importance of strict adherence to standard clinical guidelines in the assessment, classification and treatment of under-five illnesses to further reduce childhood morbidity and mortality across Oyo State. 

She urged participants to remain committed to the principles and procedures outlined during the sessions to improve early detection, case management and referral practices.

Participants at the training appreciated the Board for the opportunity to improve their professional skills and pledged to replicate the knowledge gained at their various Local Government Areas.

The Oyo State Primary Health Care Board reaffirmed its commitment to promoting quality, accessible and affordable healthcare services through continuous training, strategic partnerships and sustained investment in primary healthcare development.

Hajj 2026: Oyo Pilgrims Set for Mina Departure as Hajj Board Officials Inspect Facilities in Arafa, Mina

 

The Oyo State Muslim Pilgrims' Welfare Board has intensified preparations to ensure that pilgrims from the state perform the major Hajj rites successfully through the inspection of facilities allocated to the state in Arafat and Mina by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON).

Facilities inspected by officials of the Board, led by its Secretary, Mr Kamorudeen Babatunde Fasasi, included tents, beds, toilets, security apparatus and other essential amenities.

Route assessments were also carried out to aid the easy movement of pilgrims from one point to another in Arafat, Mina and Muzdalifah during the spiritual Hajj rites, scheduled for the holy sites in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Speaking shortly after the inspection tour on Thursday in Mina on behalf of the Chairman of the Board, Sheikh Abdul-Wahab Atere Hashim Olamide, JP, the Secretary of the Board, Mr.Kamorudeen Babatunde Fasasi, revealed that an advance team would be deployed to each location to put necessary arrangements in place before the arrival of the pilgrims.

He hinted that all pilgrims from the state were getting set for the spiritual rites, which will commence on Monday, May 25, 2026.

The Chairman further disclosed that the pilgrims would depart Makkah for Mina on Sunday, May 24, 2026, and proceed to Arafat the following day.

“Alhamdulillahi, preparations for the much-awaited last five days of Hajj are in top gear. Our pilgrims are doing well. We held a series of lectures on how best to perform Hajj, delivered by erudite Islamic scholars, and I believe our pilgrims are now better informed.

“We equally organised a seven-day special prayer and recitation of the Holy Quran to seek Allah’s continuous guidance before, during and after Arafat, while the final session of the special prayer is scheduled to hold on the Day of Arafat.”

Sheikh Atere lauded the continued cooperation of the pilgrims and urged them to take advantage of the glorious Day of Arafat to pray for themselves, their families, well-wishers, Oyo State, the entire Muslim ummah and an end to insecurity in Nigeria .

He also appreciated the Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, for his continuous support for the Board.

In separate lectures delivered by Islamic scholars, Dr Ibrahim Adebolu and Dr Ibrahim Adelani gave detailed explanations on every stage of the spiritual rites .

The duo admonished the pilgrims not to engage in unnecessary activities during the period but abide by the instructions of the leadership of the Board.

Dr Adelani  also admonished pilgrims not to  keep malice against anyone  but endeavor to reconcile with concerned individuals, saying that Islam encourages forgiveness, peace, unity and mutual understanding among believers.

Oyo Govt Lifts Suspension on School Excursions, Reaffirms Commitment to Students’ Safety

The Oyo State Government has reiterated its commitment to safeguarding the lives and properties of residents across the state, particularly students and education stakeholders.

The Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Hon. Olusegun Olayiwola, made this known while announcing the lifting of the temporary suspension placed on field trips, excursions and other students’ activities outside school premises.

According to the Commissioner, the Ministry had earlier issued a circular with Ref. No. ADM 6511TB/64 dated May 22, 2026, directing schools to temporarily suspend such activities due to security concerns. He stated that following a series of strengthened security arrangements put in place by the Oyo State Government, the Ministry has now approved the resumption of the activities.

Hon. Olayiwola explained that school administrators across the state are hereby advised to continue with normal academic and extracurricular activities, while ensuring strict compliance with the already established guidelines guiding field trips, excursions and other outdoor students’ engagements.

He added that the new directive supersedes the earlier circular on the temporary suspension.

The Commissioner also urged school proprietors, administrators and parents to remain security conscious and adhere strictly to existing safety measures within school environments and the larger society.

OYSCOHEST COMMENCES REGISTRATION FOR 2026/2027 POST-UTME EXERCISE

 

The Oyo State College of Health Sciences and Technology (OYSCOHEST), Eleyele, Ibadan, hereby invites suitably qualified candidates who scored 150 and above in the 2026 UTME to register for the College Post-UTME screening exercise for admission into the 2026/2027 Academic Session.

This was contained in a statement issued by the College Public Relations Officer, Mr. Sola Samuel Ojewole, and made available to journalists in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

According to the statement, interested candidates are advised to visit any JAMB-accredited CBT Centre to effect a Change of Institution and Course to OYSCOHEST before proceeding with the Post-UTME registration.

Candidates are also advised to complete their registration online or visit the College ICT Centre, Eleyele, Ibadan, for assistance with the ongoing registration exercise.

Available accredited programmes include:

• ND Environmental Health Technology

• ND Health Information Management

• ND Nutrition and Dietetics

• ND Dental Therapy

The statement noted that these programmes are fully accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and the respective professional regulatory bodies.

The College also announced that applications into Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes are currently ongoing. Interested HND applicants are encouraged to apply online or visit the College for further guidance.

Prospective candidates are advised to visit the College website at www.oyschst.edu.ng or the ICT Centre of the College for detailed information on the Post-UTME registration and admission procedures.

For enquiries, candidates may call the following numbers:

08120004231

07086566202

08055230385

The date for the Post-UTME screening will be announced subsequently by the College management.