Among the late Abiola Ajimobi’s controversial political statements was the one he made while hosting the then governor-elect, Seyi Makinde, deputy governor-elect, Rauf Olaniyan and other PDP chieftains at the palatial government house, Ibadan Read More
There is absolutely no justification for the extravagant ₦63.4 billion budgeted for renovation of Oyo State Government House. No reasonable or conscientious citizen should support such reckless spending, especially when the same amount could transform the Read More
Introduction When news broke that the Oyo State Government House was finally set for renovation, I was genuinely hopeful. As someone who had publicly highlighted the abandonment of this iconic structure as far back as Read More
Oyo state All Progressives Congress, APC, is on the verge of failure once again. This time around, it is a systemic regression to near perdition. The so-called collegiate system of leadership which was foisted on Read More
Developing a Modern Retail Economy As Oyo State strives for industrialisation, one of the key areas to focus on is the retail economy. Retail serves as the bridge between manufacturers and consumers, playing an essential Read More
As we celebrate the anniversary of June 12 today, it is important for us as citizens to understand how governance is in a federation. Why this discussion is essential is because of the way citizens heap Read More
Today, we are not in mourning but in reverent celebration — to honor a woman who was more than a name, more than a title. Her Excellency Ambassador Ibironke Adefope was an icon, an amazon, a Read More
President Bola Tinubu is not just the Commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria but also a magician-in-chief. He understands better, I contend, than any Nigerian President since Olusegun Obasanjo how to build a powerful Read More
Housing as the Hidden Catalyst for Economic Takeoff Introduction Oyo State is undergoing a significant transformation. While much attention has been given to Ibadan, the state capital, other regions such as Ogbomoso, Oyo, Oke-Ogun, and Read More
On Thursday, 29th May, 2025, Governor ‘Seyi Makinde marked his sixth year in office. Though there was no pomp or ceremony, the last 2,190 days have been defining as much as they were eventful for Oyo State, Read More
