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Forum 68 holds get-together, media talk, drum support for Local Government autonomy, says it’s fundamental necessity to grassroots development

Former ALGON executive in Oyo State, otherwise known as Forum 68, comprising of 68 ex-LG Chairmen, 68 ex- Vice Chairmen and 610 Councillors under the late Gov. Abiola Ajimobi administration on Thursday, 17th October 2024 holds a get-together and media parley to assess their journey so far.

The program which held at ALGON secretariat, Ringroad Ibadan featured prayers from both Muslim & Christian clerics.

The gathering disclosed that it had lost about 27 former Local Government Chairmen, Vice chairmen, as well as councillors since 2019.

This was made known by the former state chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria, Ayodeji Abass-Alesinloye, who’s also the Chair of Forum 68 during a get-together of Forum 68 (former Executive Chairmen of Local Government in the state).

He said, “Out of 746 past chairmen, vice chairmen and councillors during the late former Governor Abiola Ajimobi, the party has lost some of its most committed party members in the state. We have lost four former chairmen, four vice chairmen and 19 councillors”

The gathering also specially offered prayers to the soul of the former Governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi and to the souls of other departed party men and women in the State.

Alesinloye stated that the Forum was a child of necessity, a product of their political ingenuity to continue the struggle for grassroots development, defence of constitutional democracy, and rule of law, after the State Governor, Seyi Makinde, illegally dissolved elected chairmen in the state.

He said, “A spontaneous, unconstitutional action of the governor carried out on the first hour of his swearing-in to office.This action of Governor Makinde was eventually declared illegal, unconstitutional, null and void by the Supreme Court of Nigeria on May 7, 2021, with a cost attached and full payment of our salaries and entitlements ordered to be paid.”

He therefore dedicated the unique victory to the late Ajimobi and prayed to God to repose his soul.

On local government autonomy, the former ALGON chairman said the party was fully in support of a fundamental necessity to grassroots and national developments.

“But our people should not see the recently granted autonomy by the Supreme Court in the case of the FGN vs State Governments as a mere government-to-government affair.“

It’s a call to duty for more popular participation by the people to guarantee free and fair elections, allocations and budget monitoring, project choice, and implementation monitoring. This is to make sure that transparency, integrity and accountability are not compromised,” he added.

Responding, the state Acting APC chairman, Olayide Abas, called for unity of purpose among the party chieftains and followers so as to return the lost glory of the party in the next elections.

Among the dignitaries were Senator Ayoade Adeseun, former Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Asimiyu Alarape, the Public Relations Officer of the party, Adewale Sadare, party bigwigs, past political office holders and many others.

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Birthday Tribute: Oyo Market leader, Alhaja Saratu Aduke Konibaje felicitates Baba Egbe Onisowo of Oyo State, Chief Jubril Dotun

Sanusi Alhaja Saratu Aduke Konibaje, the foremost Oyo Market Leader in Oyo State, join countless others in celebrating a remarkable leader, father, and elder statesman, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, Baba Egbe Onisowo of Oyo State, as he adds another glorious year to his illustrious life.

According to a statement made available by Alhaja Saratu Aduke Konibaje media office, it described Chief Sanusi as not just an ordinary leader but a pillar of support and hope in our community.

“On behalf of all Marker women in Oyo State, I extend our felicitation to our Baba Egbe Onisowo of Oyo State, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi on the occasion of his birthday. His tireless efforts to elevate the status of traders across Oyo State have been a testament to his vision, dedication, and love for the people. His leadership within the Egbe Onisowo is defined by integrity, transparency, and a deep commitment to the progress of all traders, both big and small. Under his stewardship, we have seen remarkable improvements in the welfare of market traders, a more organized structure in the operation of our markets, and an unprecedented level of unity among members of the trade community. He has successfully bridged gaps, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie that has helped advance the economic fortunes of Oyo State’s trading sector”

Alhaja Saratu further stated that Chief Sanusi’s contributions extend beyond the markets. “he is a man of the people. His philanthropic gestures, his open-door policy, and his commitment to mentoring the younger generation of traders have earned him the respect and admiration of many”

“He is a man who has continually prioritized the well-being of his people, demonstrating in action and deeds that leadership is about service. His life has been one of relentless service to humanity, with his heart firmly rooted in uplifting those around him” the statement add.

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Alhaja Abegbo Lawal Celebrates Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi on birthday, describes him as a purposeful leader

Alhaja Abegbo Lawal on behalf of the no woman no nation renewed hope has congratulated Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi on the occasion of his birth anniversary.

Alhaja Lawal while speaking with journalists emphasized that Chief Dotun Sanusi in the last couple of years has been providing examplary for all and sundry in the State.

“As the world celebrate the birth anniversary of Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, it’s important that we at the No Woman No Nation Renewed hope join hands to celebrate one of our pillars of support, who has contributed immensely to the advancement of humanity”

“We recognise all that he’s doing for humanity, he’s a purposeful leader who’s passionate about his people and the development of his community, we pray that God Almighty will grant him all his heart desires, aamin”

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Renaissance Group Lauds Hon. Mayowa Oladejo’s Appointment, Expresses Confidence in His Astuteness

The Renaissance Group, a socio-political organization domiciled in Egbeda Local Government area of Oyo state on Tuesday issued an official communiqué congratulating Hon. Mayowa Oladejo on his appointment as the Assistant Secretary of the local government.

In a remark by Akinloluwa Akinbode, one of the conveners during a gathering of advocates of rural and community development, which was made public by the group’s Director of Media, Publicity and Strategy; Olukunle Molomo Yar’Adua, the group lauded the appointment and termed it as a true reflection of Oladejo’s steadfast commitment to the ideals he has always upheld and a testament of his unwavering loyalty and eventual reward.

The Renaissance Group emphasized that it is a well-deserved reward for Hon. Oladejo’s astuteness, resilience and dedication to the People’s Democratic Party PDP under the leadership of His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde, his leader, his immediate community and environs which by extension hosts the Ajorosun LCDA.

In the message, the Director of Media, Publicity and Strategy; Olukunle Molomo Yar’Adua also expressed his belief and confidence that Oladejo’s input will further strengthen the local government to reach new heights with this call to service.

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Oyo Market leader, Alhaja Saratu Aduke Konibaje commiserates with Oba Ladoja over loss of wife

Alhaja Saratu Aduke Konibaje, Oyo foremost leader has described the death of one of the wives of Oba Rasheed Ladoja, the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland as a rude shock and devastating.

According to a statement made available by her media office in the early hours of Tuesday, Alhaja Saratu prayed to God to give the family of Rasheed Ladoja and friends of the deceased the fortitude to bear the loss.

“I received as a rude shock the death news of Tinuade Ladoja, a respected wife of our baba up till her death. She was a woman of virtue and value, who lived an examplary life in service to God and Humanity, and I pray that may God comfort the family she left behind”

“This is a trying time for my Baba, Oba Rasheed Ladoja, the market women identify with your loss and pray to God to give you the fortitude to bear the loss”

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2024 International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction: Amusat-Gbenla calls for establishment of Local Emergency Management Committees across the 774 Local governments, among others


2024 INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR DISASTER RISK REDUCTION CELEBRATION


Today, as the World celebrates this year’s International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, with the theme “Empowering the next generation for a resilient future”, it calls for a global efforts and local actions towards raising awareness to series of threats children, youth and other vulnerable faced in disaster situations.

Every 13 October has been set aside by the United Nations General Assembly to create awareness across countries to identify major challenges hindering successful resilience building to impacts of disaster risks and climate threats, and for every governments and citizens to take concerted efforts towards providing solution to such challenges to build more disaster-resilient communities and nations.
The focus for this year’s celebration is on the role of education in protecting and empowering youth for a disaster-free future which is very apt and timely. It is indeed very relevant as a resilient future requires the use of education as a tool for resilience building in schools, and capacity building that will make the youth disaster risk reduction champions are not prioritize by many countries especially in Africa, with no exception to Nigeria.


Over the years, it has been observed that educational system in Nigeria does not give adequate attention to issues of disaster risk reduction, as the curricular at all levels lack subjects and courses that can equip students to be active DRR agents. Also, activities such as capacity building on disaster prevention and mitigation, preparedness and response as well as core understanding of early warning early action for common hazards as it were in other climes are conspicuously absent, making our youth not to be risk reduction inclined.
Although, the role of various stakeholders both State and Non- State Actors such as NEMA, SEMAs, GNDR, CSDevNet, WANEP, KOI Foundation, IDC to mention but a few; making efforts to ensure disaster risks and climate threats are reduced to the barest minimum in our communities are recognized and appreciated.

However, for Nigeria to be in the League of Nations, and among countries that can boast of more resilient communities and nations in the future, governments and other stakeholders should prioritize:
i. disaster risk reduction curricula that will provide basic DRR education in schools at all levels – primary to tertiary;
ii. adequate budgetary allocation for resilience activities in schools and for youth groups in communities;
iii. investment in safe and resilient schools that will ensure learning and learners are safe secure at all times;
iv. strengthening collaboration with tertiary institutions across all the geo-political zones to develop innovative programmes that will promote culture of disaster risk reduction among their students
v. establishment of Local Emergency Management Committees across the statutory 774 Local governments and empower them to be able to promote disaster risk reduction in various communities.


As we celebrate this year’s International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, we sympathize with all survivors of past disasters across the country, and call on governments and all relevant stakeholders to prioritize investment in disaster risk reduction activities that will ensure resilient communities now and in the future.
Happy Celebration!
Signed
Kolawole AMUSAT-GBENLA
Disaster Risk Reduction Lead and
Zonal Coordinator (South West Zone),
Climate and Sustainable Development Network

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Deacon Omoniyi Adegbite Commiserate With PMS Chair’ over wife death

The Special Assistant on Road and Transport, Egbeda Local Government, has sent his condolence message to the Chairman of Oyo State Park Management System, Alhaji Tomiwa Omolewa over the loss of his wife’ Alhaja Ganiyat Omolewa.

“Receiving the death news of our leader’s wife came as a rude shock to me, Alhaja Ganiyat Omolewa was a mother to all, and I can imagine the big vacuum that has been created in the family, I pray to God to grant the family the fortitude to bear the loss at this trying time”

Deacon further charges Alhaji Tomiwa Omolewa Tommy to be strong at this time for the family.

“Losing one’s heart rob comes with it mental stress, and I pray that God will give Alhaji the strength to be strong for the family at this time, and May God grant the departed soul Aljana-fridaous”

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Alhaji Hamzat Kolayode Iysau, Oyo Artisans Celebrate Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi as Asiwaju of Ona Ara

Alhaji Hamzat Kolayode Iysau, President of Oyo Artisans, on behalf of Artisans in the State congratulates Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi on his installation as the Asiwaju of Ona Ara, a prestigious title bestowed by the Ona Ara Local Government Traditional Council in recognition of his invaluable contributions to the growth and development of Oyo State.

According to Alhaji Hamzat Kolayode, he described Chief Sanusi as visionary businessman, philanthropist, and community leader, who has made remarkable strides in various sectors.

“He is a community leader who has continue to contribute greatly to the advancement of the state, among other things, we recognise his investments in education through the Ibadan College of Arts, Science, and Technology (ICAST) and the establishment of the Ilaji Hotel and Resort have boosted tourism, and youth development in Oyo State. His initiatives, such as the Ilaji Soccer Academy, have empowered numerous youths with opportunities to pursue football careers internationally”

“Chief Sanusi’s dedication to his community is evident through his infrastructure projects, such as providing electricity and constructing durable roads in areas like Ona Ara and beyond. His unwavering commitment to improving living standards for residents has earned him respect across Oyo State”

“As he steps into this new role as Asiwaju, the Oyo Artisans reaffirm their support for his visionary leadership and express our gratitude for his relentless efforts in fostering progress and empowerment across the state” he stated.

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Alhaja Abegbo Lawal Felicitates Chief Dotun Sanusi as he becomes Asiwaju of Ona-Ara

Alhaja Abegbo Lawal on behalf of No Woman no Nation Renewed Hope has felicitated with Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, as he becomes the Asiwaju of Ona Ara.

The conferment which was done by the Traditional Council of Ona Ara Local Government led by His Royal Highness Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, Otun Balogun of Ibadanland on Saturday, 5th October in Akanran, Ibadan.

According to the group, this great honor is a recognition of Chief Sanusi’s dedication and commitment to Ona-Ara development and Oyo State by extension.

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Hon. Samson Tijani Adeyemo Salutes Governor Seyi Makinde’s Trailblazing Achievements in Oyo State

Hon. Samson Tijani Adeyemo has proudly commended the visionary leadership of His Excellency, Engr. Oluseyi Makinde, whose administration has set a new standard for governance in Oyo State.

The latest commissioning of the Local Government Service Commission & Pension Building is a striking testament to the Governor’s resolve to elevate public service efficiency and improve the welfare of the people.

This new facility will provide a much-needed upgrade to the infrastructure supporting local government services, ensuring smoother operations and quicker access to benefits for pensioners, who have spent their lives serving the state.
Governor Makinde’s commitment to the welfare of civil servants and retirees remains unmatched, and this project reflects his broader agenda of human development.

Under the leadership of Governor Makinde, Oyo State has witnessed remarkable progress across various sectors. Some of his other notable achievements include:

  • The Light-Up Oyo Project, which has brought over 200 kilometers of street lighting to different parts of the state, boosting security, extending business hours, and enhancing the overall quality of life for residents.
  • The construction of Ojoo & Challenge Bus Terminal, including the ongoing Iwo-Road Bus Terminals aimed at transforming the transport sector and providing a modern facility for commuters, thereby improving urban mobility and reducing traffic congestion.
  • The LAUTECH Sole Ownership Achievement, which has ended decades of joint ownership issues, bringing complete control of the institution to Oyo State and allowing for better management and expansion of educational opportunities for students.

Governor Makinde’s administration continues to blaze the trail with innovative projects aimed at modernizing the state’s infrastructure, boosting the economy, and improving the quality of life for its citizens. His forward-thinking approach to governance, underscored by transparency and inclusiveness, is transforming Oyo State into a beacon of development in Nigeria.

As a responsible citizen of Oyo State, I celebrate Governor Makinde’s exceptional achievements and express my full support for his administration’s ongoing efforts to elevate Oyo State to greater heights.

Signed
Hon. Samson Tijani Adeyemo
Ona Ara PDP Stalwart

October 5, 2024

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