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The Oyo State House of Assembly is set to deliberate on the second reading of the Council of Obas and Chiefs (Further Amendments) Bill, 2025 at its plenary session today, Thursday, May 15, 2025. The proposed legislation seeks to reaffirm and institutionalize the Alaafin of Oyo as the permanent authority and presiding chairman of the Council of Obas and Chiefs, effectively abolishing the rotational chairmanship system among traditional rulers in the state. The Council of Obas and Chiefs Law, Cap. 37, Laws of Oyo State, 2000, initially placed the Alaafin of Oyo as the permanent chairman, giving him the authority…

The Oyo State House of Assembly has passed a motion to honor and celebrate veteran Yoruba actor, Chief Lere Paimo, popularly known as Eda Onile Ola, for his outstanding contributions to the promotion of Yoruba culture through theatre. The Oyo State House of Assembly made the call today, Wednesday at its Yoruba plenary session while deliberating on a motion presented in by the Majority Leader, Hon. Sanjo Adedoyin (Ogbomoso South). The Motion urged the State Government to recognize and honor the Octogenarian Yoruba actor, Chief Lere Paimo, Eda Onile-Ola, who is among the oldest in the industry. It further called…

A New Jersey-based Nigerian woman, Bolaj Bolarinwa, has been sentenced to 45 months in US prison for forced labor and other crimes related to her coercive scheme to compel two victims to perform domestic labor and childcare in her home. The United State Department of Justice announced this in a statement on Friday, May 9, 2025. Bolarinwa, 51, of Moorestown, previously was found guilty of two counts of forced labor, one count of alien harboring for financial gain and two counts of document servitude following a two-week trial before U.S. District Judge Karen M. Williams in Camden federal court. Judge…

The Oyo State House of Assembly has called on the state government to resuscitate trailer parks in Ogbomoso and in other locations across the state. ‎This according to the House is to ensure improved road safety and enhance the economic benefits of the state. The call was contained in a motion moved by the lawmaker representing Ogo-Oluwa/Surulere state constituency, Hon. Abideen Adeoye Ogundare during the plenary session on Tuesday. ‎The session was presided over by the Deputy Speaker, Hon. Muhammed Fadeyi. ‎In his motion, Hon. Ogundele stated that the trailer parks play a crucial role in reducing traffic congestion by…

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State says President Bola Tinubu’s second-term bid in 2027 is non-negotiable. Okpebholo, who stated this at the Government House in Benin during a visit by the South-South Monarchs’ Forum, rallied traditional rulers from the region to back President Tinubu’s re-election. The governor emphasized the crucial role of traditional institutions in national development and called on the monarchs to support the President’s efforts, particularly in tackling insecurity across the country. “The development of our nation cannot be achieved without the active support of our royal fathers,” he said. He commended the President’s economic policies, stating that…

Lagelu local government Chief of staff, Hon Olubiyi Rasheed Opeyemi led the political appointees in the office of the chairman to extend a warm birthday wishes to Chief Fetus Alade Macadoff. In a heartfelt congratulatory message, the Chief of staff described Chief Macadoff as a passionate and committed leader in the political landscape of Lagelu and Oyo State at large. “Happy birthday to a dynamic, hardworking, and highly committed leader, Chief Fetus Alade. Your unwavering dedication to the service of the people of Lagelu is truly commendable. On this special day, I celebrate you and wish you many more years…

Lagelu local government People’s Democratic Party Chieftain, Hon Evangelist Sunday Ayobami fondly called “Ayo Gold” has joined thousands of well wishers to celebrate the glorious and prescious life of Chief Fetus Alade Macadoff. Evangelist Ayo Gold emphasized that the chairman Macadoff group’s birthday is not just a personal celebration but a moment to reflect on the remarkable qualities he exhibits. Describing him as a truly loving and caring individual, Hon Ayobami Goldsmith noted that Chief Macadoff genuine concern for others is evident in how he ensures everyone around him feels well-cared for and valued. In his tribute, Hon. Sunday Ayobami…

The Oyo State Government on Tuesday engaged twenty-three private investors in an interactive session aimed at emphasizing the importance of securing legal land titles. The engagement, which took place at the Secretariat in Ibadan, was supervised by the Commissioner for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Mr. Williams Akin-Funmilayo. The session highlighted the numerous benefits of proper land documentation, including legal security, ease of development, and accurate record-keeping. Speaking at the event, Mr. Akin-Funmilayo reiterated the State Government’s commitment to integrating private investors into its broader economic development strategy. He noted that formalizing land ownership not only protects investors’ interests but…

…..Moves for consideration of Amendment to Oyo State Hospitality and Tourism Law 2020. The Oyo State House of Assembly at its Plenary today urged the Executive Arm of Government to implement a standardised guest registration process that includes valid identification verification and the maintenance of up – to – date guest logs accessible to authorised personnel into hotels and guesthouses across the State. This was part of resolves on a motion sponsored by the lawmaker representing Oluyole State constituency, Hon. Waheed Akintayo , Co- sponsored by Hon. Rasak Mabaje and Hon. Mrs. Olubisi Michael of Ido and Ogbomosho North State…

The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has extended warm birthday wishes to Hon. Oluranti Oyewo-Michael BOOM, the lawmaker representing Ogbomoso North State Constituency. In a heartfelt congratulatory message, the Speaker described Hon. BOOM as a passionate andcommitted female lawmaker in the 10th Oyo State House of Assembly. “Happy birthday to a dynamic, hardworking, and highly committed colleague, Hon. Oluranti Oyewo-Michael BOOM. Your unwavering dedication to legislative duty and service to the people of Ogbomoso North is truly commendable. On this special day, I celebrate you and wish you many more years of success,…