The Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde has hosted the State Commissioner of Police, Ngozi Onadeko in a dinner.
This came on the eve of her promotion to Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG. Makinde while expressing his joy on the promotion of the CP, said, her hardworking while discharging her duties earned her the recent feat.
“Hearty congratulations to the Oyo State Commissioner of Police, Ngozi Onadeko, on being promoted to the rank of Assistant Inspector General of Police.
“We decided to host AIG Onadeko to dinner last night to celebrate with her and appreciate her immense contributions to securing our dear state”, stated Makinde.
Many motorbike operators, according to Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Abiodun Alabi, are criminals in disguise who commit heinous actions across the state.
After a “serious evaluation” of the “menace that has not abated,” Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu issued a ban on motorcycles, often known as Okadas, in six local government areas on Wednesday.
Commissioner Alabi said on Channels Television’s flagship show Sunrise Daily on Thursday that many of the riders were unauthorized after conversations with state executive authorities.
“To be clear, the most of them are criminals posing as okada riders,” Abiodun stated.
“In the course of their activities, we’ve arrested a lot of them with locally made guns, and we’ve arrested a lot of them with locally made pistols.
The Lagos State Commissioner Of Police, Abiodun Alabi, has stated that many motorcycle operators are criminals in disguise who perpetrate nefarious acts across the state. Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced a ban on motorcycles, popularly known as Okadas, in six local government areas on Wednesday after what he described as “a critical review” on the “menace that has not abated.”
Speaking on Channels Television’s flagship show Sunrise Daily on Thursday, commissioner Alabi disclosed that many of the riders were unlicensed after consultations with executive bodies within the state. “I want to be emphatic here, most of them are criminals masquerading as okada riders,” Abiodun said “We have arrested so many of them with locally made pistols in the course of their operations and many of them have been charged to court.”
The commissioner also lamented the level of crime committed with the aid of motorcycles in communities across the nation’s economic hub. “They use these okadas to commit a lot of crimes in so many communities; that is why we have been having a lot of dialogue and consultations with their unions,” he said. “The best way out is to get them off our roads because a lot of them are masquerading as okada riders but are criminals.” Commissioner Alabi was however not reluctant to admit that the ban had some drawbacks. “We know that banning the Okada riders can actually increase the crime rate. And we are not unmindful of that and we are already putting in place a lot of strategies to contend with it,” he said. “We know that it will send a lot of them to unemployment. We are aware of that and are preparing for it.”
It was indeed a black Tuesday in llawe Ekiti as an 18 Passenger Bus plunged into a ditch at the outskirt of the town and went into flame.
Report from sympathizers says, three persons were burnt beyond recognition while others sustained terrible injuries.
The victims have been moved to the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital Ado Ekiti.
The plate number of the bus is KAK731XA. It was gathered that only one woman and the driver survived, and the remaining people and their goods got burnt beyond recognition.
Osun State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has congratulated Candidate of the party in the July 16 governorship election, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke for his victory at the Federal High Court in Osogbo on Wednesday.
The PDP described the judgement of Justice Ayo Emmanuel as victory for the good people of Osun State and especially that of PDP members in the state.
A federal high court sitting in Osogbo had earlier on Wednesday affirmed candidature of Senator Adeleke as Flagbearer of the PDP in July 16 election.
A statement by the Chairman, Caretaker Committee of the party, Dr Akindele Adekunle admonished party members to put the legal adjudication behind them and join hands together with Senator Ademola Adeleke with a view to forming a formidable front towards the election
Dr Akindele especially called on P rince Dotun Babayemi to ensure proper integration of his followers into mainstream PDP in the state. This according to him, will dissuade the feifth columists trying to infiltrate our great party through corridors of misunderstanding.
While commending the Gbongan born prince for the level of maturity with which he conducted himself during the brotherly tussle, Dr Akindele urged him to use his high standing for the needed unity in the party.
The chairman called on leaders of all shades in the party to reign in on their followers to desist from hash comments on the latest development,l and instead, devote their calories into the collective goal of the party.
His Royal Majesty, the Oniru of Iru Land, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbolahan Lawal (Abisogun II) has cautioned Lagosians, most especially residents in the Lekki axis of the state about possible attacks by commercial motorcyclists known as okada riders.
This warning follows the raid of some riders by operatives of the Lagos State Taskforce on Monday in Lekki where a sound engineer, David Imoh, was allegedly murdered over N100 change.
In a statement dated 18 May, 2022 and signed by the Oniru Chieftaincy Family Estate Office, the king said the intelligence is from their security services provider and said the aim of disclosing the information is not for residents to panic but follow precaution measures.
The statement did not in any way prevent operators of public places to halt operations but however advises individuals, owners and managers of public places to be cautious and put in place the necessary security measures.
The statement reads, “Intelligence report reaching us is that following the raid on Okada riders and seizure of their bikes in Lekki Phase 1, the riders believed the action was instigated by Lekki residents who are determined to take away their source of livelihood.
“To this end, there are plans to invade inner streets to cause havoc anytime from now in Lekki.”
The king recalled that his palace was among the first people to hint about the #EndSARS protest due to its intelligence gathering.
“It is only who is committed, determined and dedicated that can change the status quo”.
Within the space of three years in the office of Engr. Oluseyi Makinde, he has changed the narrative of governance in Oyo state by upholding the tenets of good governance, and using his superb innovative foresight to revitalize the state.
No matter how brilliant a cabinet is, if the leader is not equally or better endowed, there would be no one to set the pace and direction. If Oyo is presenting itself as an example for other states and attracting attention from within and outside the African continent, it is an indication that a vision is in place and is being remoulded and refined, and a leader possessing character and confidence is also running the show.
Far beyond the number and quality of tireless Makinde monumental projects is the scientism of his methods, the integrated network of projects and programmes that blend with one another and create a seamless, impactful whole. Whether road projects or bus terminal and health facilities, or security or human development programmes, Makinde’s strides in three years possess at once a certain abstractness and concreteness. Abstract because many of the projects seem enviably and reassuringly futuristic; and concrete because they are of practical and immediate use as tools to improve development and raise living standards.
Whichever way one sees Seyi Makinde’s leadership style however, he still has so many achievements to boast of at this present time. I remember vividly the way Makinde was being eulogised when he took over the reigns of leadership of Oyo state. He’s embarking on massive infrastructural development across the length and breadth of Oyo state.
There’s no gainsaying that the administrative fervour, momentum and class set by the Seyi Makinde-led administration has now set the pace throughout the Southwest Nigeria and beyond, as state Governors in Nigeria are emulating the “Oyo template” on principled approach to governance. Indeed, Oyo state is now a reference point when it comes to serving and retired civil service worker’s welfare, likewise that of park management services.
The tireless Makinde has maintained standards that have given all Oyo State Indigenes and residents a pride of place, fulfilment and sense of belonging through his monumental development projects and achievements, practical demonstration of his soaring leadership charisma, wisdom and prudent management of the the meager resources available to the state, which he’s using to transform the entire state since his assuming office.
However, what makes tireless Makinde achievements in the area of governance remarkable is the glaring fact that Seyi Makinde is making good the promises he made to people of Oyo State back in 2019 during the electioneering campaigns. That is, in fulfillment of the unfailing element of trust; to walk the talk when and where it matters most.
As we all know government is a continuum and Seyi Makinde has done well to complete and continue. This is why there are several pictures to mark three years in office mostly in completed projects. It’s therefore morally and political expedient to allow the governor finish the good work he has been doing. Although, there are some other potholes the governor needs to fill to make his second term bid a smooth sail.
Adesina Julius write from Igbeti, Oke Ogun area of Oyo State.
Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced the total ban on Okada in some Local Government Councils in Lagos State, effective from June 1st 2022.
The whole of Ikeja, Surulere, Eti Osa, Lagos Mainland, Lagos Island, and Apapa Local Government areas affected.
Governor Sanwo-Olu gave this order today while speaking with all DPOs and Area Commanders across the State today at the Lagos House, Ikeja.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says other security agencies will join in the enforcement.
Justice Nathaniel Emmanuel of the Federal High Court sitting in Osogbo has affirmed Senator Ademola Adeleke as the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for Osun governorship election slated for July 16 2022.
The judge dismissed a suit filed by Prince Dotun Babayemi, seeking to be declared the candidate of PDP.
Waterfield Luxury Hotel, Akobo, Ibadan
He nullified the primary election that produced Babayemi, which held at WOCDIF event center, Osogbo on March 8th 2022.
The judgement was delivered amidst heavy security and lasted for one hour 45 minutes.
Justice Emmanuel affirmed Senator Ademola Adeleke as the valid elected PDP candidate for the poll.
Governor Seyi Makinde promised on Wednesday to rename the Ogbomoso-Iseyin route after the late Former Governor of Oyo State, Alao Akala, who died a few months ago.
During his time, the governor stated, late Akala made significant contributions to the growth and development of Oyo state.
Makinde made the announcement during the 76.67-kilometer Ogbomoso – Iseyin Road’s flag-off ceremony, noting that the late Governor was supposed to flag-off the road construction before his death.
“Someone would have been here with me today for the flag-off, but God called him before the date.” That day, I spoke with him and informed his church about it. This is someone who has made a significant contribution to the development of the State.
“I spoke to him and mentioned it to his church that day. This is someone, who has contributed immensely to the growth and development of Oyo State. “The 76.67km road project, upon commissioning, will be named Governor Adebayo Alao-Akala Highway and we will put conspicuous signs every 10km from Ogbomoso to Iseyin that will show that this is Governor Adebayo Alao-Akala,” Makinde stated.
Chief Mustafa Adebayo Oyero is a full-bred and recognised Ibadanland indigene. He is a strong personality in Oyo State, Nigeria, a good example in public administration, a former President-General of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCI), a respected dignity of the Oyo State Muslim community, a credible family man, a worthy and most exemplary alumnus of the University of Ibadan, a public administrator per excellence, impacting Ibadanland, Oyo State, and Nigeria as a whole with diligence, commitment, and sincerity of purpose during his service as an administrator in the old Western State and old Oyo State Civil Service. He served as the Resident Electoral Commissioner for Taraba and Niger State and later as a National Electoral Commissioner, as one of the umpires in the June 12, 1993, Presidential Election.
Chief Oyero must have assumed for many years that no one was paying attention to him. But I was, just by watching how he goes about his business. He has always been an inspiration to me. This is an example. I succeeded Chief Oyero as the National Secretary (Acting) of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII), from 2003 to 2005 and later I served the same body as the National Public Relations Officer from 2005 to 2007.
During these times, I gained a deep understanding of this tremendous asset to Nigeria’s mind. Chief Oyero taught me how to write clearly and concisely using facts and figures. We used my Room 100 in the Establishments Building at the University of Ibadan to make numerous submissions to the Nigerian government and other key stakeholders about the need for the establishment of Ibadan State. Chief Oyero can write and speak out on any issue concerning Ibadanland, public administration, the electoral process and administration, peace and conflict resolution, and university governance and structure in Nigeria on the spur of the moment. He is, without a doubt, an offline mind of great intellect and a first-rate public administrator.
In the foreword to Chief Oyero’s autobiography “Grace Unbounded: My Life, My Service,” Prof. Tunde Adeniran, KJW, OFR, FCPA, former Nigerian Minister of Education and former Nigerian Ambassador to Germany, wrote rather forcefully that he is a great man; “greatness definable not in terms of the length of years he has lived, the number of wives and children he could lay claim to, or the number of houses and other material possessions he had acquired. No. He is great as a man of distinction and a transparent man of integrity in a country where such virtue is regarded as self-defeating by many of his countrymen and women. His greatness has been reinforced by a positive orientation to the core values of the Yorubas, being skilful and professional with a national outlook in public service, tactful in the management of diverse crises and the resolution of complex issues, mentoring with amazing generosity and not minding the relative and absolute costs of personal sacrifices and, above all, proficient and exceptionally humane in the handling of personal interactions.”
Chief Mustafa Adebayo Oyero, a full-blooded Ibadan Indigene, was born on May 18, 1942. In 1949, he began his primary education at St David’s Anglican Primary School in Odi Odeyale. In 1959, he enrolled in St John’s Catholic Secondary Modern School in Eleta, Ibadan, and graduated in 1961 with a secondary modern school leaving certificate.
Between 1965 and 1966, he advanced his post-primary education by earning both GCE(O/L) and GCE(A/L). He began his higher education at the prestigious University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria, where he earned a Bachelor of Economics degree in 1970. In his pursuit of knowledge, he pursued diploma and certificate courses in Public Administration, Cost Management Accounting, Regional Industrial Development, and Total Quality Management, laying the groundwork for solid public service engagements. In 1966, he completed his studies with a Master’s Degree in Public Administration (MPA).
Chief Oyero’s three-decade public service career exposed him to a variety of work experiences in ministries and parastatals in Oyo State and at the federal level. He worked as a Clerk in the Ministry of Finance in Ibadan between March 1964 and May 1967, Assistant Immigration Officer in the Federal Ministry of Internal Affairs in Lagos between May and October 1957, Education Officer in the Ministry of Education in Ibadan between July and December 1970, Administrative Officer in the Western State Civil Service and later in Oyo State between December 1970 and January 1989, Director in the Oyo State Civil Service between January 1989 and July 1990, and Director General in the Oyo State Civil Service between January 1989 and July 1990, Director General (Permanent Secretary), Oyo State Civil Service between July 1990 and August 1991. During his tenure as a Director in the Oyo State Civil Service, he served as the Director of Local Government Affairs, Department of Local Government, Office of the Military Governor, Ibadan and also as Secretary, Oyo State Local Government Transition Committee. Furthermore, in his capacity as a Director-General/Permanent Secretary, Chief Oyero served as Sole Administrator and later Chairman, Ibadan Municipal Government, Ibadan which was the biggest Local Government in the country. He also served as the Director-General, Department of Local Government Office of the Governor, Oyo State, Ibadan, Nigeria.
Chief Oyero was appointed by the Federal Government in the following positions: Resident Electoral Commissioner, Taraba and Niger State; National Electoral Commissioner, Supervising Oyo, Osun, Ogun, and Lagos State until June 28, 1993; and Director of Administration Petroleum (Special) Trust Fund (PTF), 1995-1999.
He served as a Nominee Director in the following companies and parastatals: Leyland Nigeria Limited, Ibadan, Oyo State; Igbeti Marble Company Ltd, Igbeti, Oyo State; Nigerian National Paper Manufacturing Company Limited, Iwopin Ogun State: Cocoa Products Industry Ltd., Ede, Oyo State (now Osun State); Oranmiyan Clay Products Industry, Ipetumodu, Oyo State (now Osun State); Vegetable Oils Nigeria (VON) Limited, Ojota, Lagos, a subsidiary of Odu’a Group of Companies; Nigeria Kraft Bag Oregun, Lagos and Oyo State Paper Mill, Ibadan.
Chief Oyero was appointed to the following positions due to his extensive experience in the public sector: Oyo State Health Endowment Committee, 2017-2019; Chairman, Board of Trustees of the proposed West Midland Open University, Ibadan, 2017-2019; Chairman, Governing Board, Federal College of Agriculture, Akure, Ondo State; Patron, Ibadan Descendants’ Union, USA, 2016-2019; Member, Board of Trustees, Muslim Association of Nigeria (MAN), and Chairman, Board of Directors, Child Development and Concern Foundation, a non-governmental organization.
The University of Ibadan, his alma mater, is not left out of the list of beneficiaries of Chief Overo’s wealth of experience, as he served and continues to serve the University in various capacities. Between 1980 and 1991, he was the Secretary of the Oyo State Chapter of the University of Ibadan Alumni Association (UIAA); 3rd National Vice-President of the UIAA, 2000-2004; President, Ul Class of 67, Ibadan Branch, 1994-2004; Member, Governing Council, University of Ibadan, 2000-2004, Member, Board of the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CEI), University of Ibadan, 2012 to date, and Member, Court of Governors, College of Medicine till date, among other strong preferments and appointments.
Chief Oyero has received numerous honours and awards, the most prestigious of which was the conferment of the honorary traditional title of Aare Mayegun of Ibadanland by the Olubadan of Ibadanland in December 1990; Merit Award by the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes in 2004, Most Distinguished Alumnus Award by the University of Ibadan Alumni Association in 2006; Recognition Award by the National Council of Muslim Youth Organization, NACOMYO; and Award of Excellence by the Federation of Oyo State Students Union (FOSSU), Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State.
Chief Oyero was unanimously elected for four (4) years as the President-General of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCI), the apex umbrella organization for all socio-cultural clubs established by Ibadan sons and daughters all over the world, based on his meritorious service. This umbrella organization had over 100 clubs, societies, and unions at the time. In recognition of his credible service to the CCII, nay Ibadanland, a secretarial apartment is named after Chief Oyero at the Ibadan House, Oke Aremo, Ibadan, the Secretariat of the CCII.
He has visited many countries, including the United Kingdom, the United States, West Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Canada, Switzerland, India, Belgium, South Africa, Kenya, and Saudi Arabia. Chief Oyero, a devout Muslim, was a student President of the Muslim Students Society of Nigeria (MSSN), West Area, which includes the states of Oyo, Ogun, and Osun. He is currently the Chairman of the Ibadan Muslim Community, a Trustee of the Muslim Association of Nigeria (MAN), and a member of the Elders Council of the Muslim Ummah of Western Nigeria (MUSWEN). He is a Justice of the Peace in Oyo State. He is listed in Who is Who in UI Alumni (Volume1).
His hobbies include table tennis, reading, and listening to traditional Yoruba music.
Chief Oyero is a happily married man with four adorable children.
Without a doubt, Mustafa Adebayo Oyero’s life exemplifies the virtues of diligence, leadership by example, dedication to duty, unwavering commitment, serious-mindedness, and focus on one’s goal, level-headedness, and the dignity of labour.
An admirable aspect of Chief Oyero’s nature is that in all his achievements, he has remained noiseless, simple and humble. This is an example. He did not want me to read his bio-data at the public presentation of his autobiography on November 23, 2021, in Ibadan. As a co-anchor and member of the Book Launching Committee, I did.
Later, he informed me that Chief Onikepo Akande, CON, two-time Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Ekerin Iyalode of Ibadanland, was impressed and told him: “My brother, I did not know you had served this country so much and so well.”
Through his career, he has become an inspiration to others, and he offers hope to all those who struggle and strive to follow in his footsteps and achieve their goals.
Dear Chief Oyero, the second stanza of the University of Ibadan Anthem, “the Fount” composed by late Prof. Isidore Okpewho (an alumnus), says it all: Unibadan, first and best; Raise true minds for a noble cause; Guide our people this to know; Wisdom best to service turned; Help enshrine the right to learn; For a mind that knows; Is a mind that’s truly free!
Truly sir, you are an embodiment of one of the best UI has produced. In all you do, you have demonstrated excellence.
Congratulations on your eight decades of life. May your years ahead be filled with happiness.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SIR!
Olatunji Muhammed Oladejo Director, Ibadan University Press (Publishing House). 18 May, 2022.
