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  • Court revokes Oyo monarch’s co-defendants’ bail

    Court revokes Oyo monarch’s co-defendants’ bail

    An Oyo State High Court sitting in Ibadan on Monday revoked the bail granted to two of the defendants standing trial along with Oba Solomon Akinola, the Oloko of Oko in a case of alleged land grabbing and attempted murder.

    The two defendants whose bail was revoked are Chief Sunday Aderinto and Adejare Adeleru.

    Other defendants in the case are: Chief Jimoh Asimiyu, Timothy Aderinto, Matthew Akintaro, Rafiu Ganiyu,Samson Ogunmola, Zacheus Adeleru, Kamorudeen Ajibade, Raji Rasaq, Mutiu Arowosaye, Oyeyemi Oyelekan, Olusegun Oyelekan and Sheriff Adio.

    Justice Kareem Adedokun revoked the bail of the two defendants after he was informed by the prosecutor, Mr Isa AbdulAzeez that the duo were among those that launched fresh attack on Aagba community on April 5.

    The judge stated that bail could be revoked when a defendant facing trial commits a fresh offence.

    He ordered the two defendants to be remanded in Agodi correctional facility.

    Adedokun further issued a bench warrant on Timothy Aderinto, the fourth defendant, Matthew Akintaro, the fifth defendant,Rafiu Ganiyu, the six defendant, Samson Ogunmola, seventh defendant, Zacheus Adeleru, the nineth defendant and Sheriff Adio, the 15th defendant for their absence in court.

    The court stated that Akintaro popularly called Paimo who had been constantly absent from court proceedings on the excuse of being mentally unstable must be brought to court on the next adjourned date either dead or alive.

    He subsequently adjourned the case until May 13 for the definite hearing of the defence.

    The prosecutor, AbdulAzeez had told the court that a fresh attack was launched on Aagba village which led to the burning down of no fewer than nine houses including the house of Baale of Aagba, Chief Adesola Ajiboye.

    He further said that the incident claimed the life of a 70 year-old woman, Madam Rachael Bamidele, and the destruction of many other properties

    In his response, the defence counsel, Hakeem Sabana said that he was not aware of the fresh attack, adding that he was no longer representing the first, second,third and the seventh defendants.

    Chief Adesola Ajiboye, the Baale of Aagba, who is an eye witness and a victim of the fresh attack also told the court that his house, property, and car were burnt and the only thing left with him was the cloth he put on to the court.

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    He also stated the background of the incident is that Oba Solomon Akinola, who allegedly sent thugs to carry out the attack wanted to forcefully annex Aagba land to Oko land despite losing the case up till the Supreme Court.

    The people of Aagba along with Tropical Farm Limited had in November 2023 instituted a case against the defendants on the alleged invasion of their community.

    It was alleged that the invaders were on the order of Oba Akinola, Oloko of Oko.

    The Inspector General of Police (IGP) had directed the police to investigate the matter and handed the investigation to the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) who ordered the Oyo State Ministry of Justice to take over the prosecution.(End)

  • Lions Club holds medical outreach

    Lions Club holds medical outreach

    Lagos Achievers Lions Club in Obalende area of Lagos State has held a medical outreach for members of the community and people living in the neighbourhood.

    President of the club, Imeobong Oluyemi, said the programme was targeted at 1,000 beneficiaries, adding that it was inspired by the outcome of needs assessment exercise carried out in the community.

    “A lot of them told us they had medical issues, but were not able to find time to see a doctor, or get medications; so we decided as a club to come over and give them free medical attention.”

    Oluyemi said the club could cater for more than 1,000 patients, especially with the support of Health Extra Medical Services, a medical services company.

    Chairman, Planning Committee for the event, Silvia Effah, said the club settled for Obalende community because Lions Clubs were community-based.

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    She said the outreach focused on checking patients’ basic vitals such as diabetes/sugar test and BP test.

    She said the club was compiling a database and would follow up on those with serious cases.

    Founder/CEO Health Extra Medical services, Dr. Credo Obiefuna, whose organisation provided support of medical experts and medication, said: “We decided to join Lions Club in the outreach because we realise it is a very good cause.”

    A Senior Registrar, Paediatrics Oncology Department, Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Dr. Oladunni Okoduga, gave a talk on Childhood Cancer.

    Other supporters of the project are Assene Laborex, May & Baker, Emzor Pharamaceutical , EHA clinics and Colexa Biosensor, who donated pharmaceutical medications, as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility.

  • Aspirant lauds Ibadan Northeast APC chair

    Aspirant lauds Ibadan Northeast APC chair

    The 2023 Oyo State House of Assembly aspirant and a stalwart of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ibadan Northeast Local Government, Mr. Adewale Adegoke, has eulogised the Chairman of the party, Azeez Elewure.

    He described him as a fountain of grace in APC.

    In a birthday message issued by his Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Com. Durodola Abduljelil, Adegoke said Elewure’s leadership had been adjudged the best in grassroots administration in Ibadan Northeast.

    He said the leadership of the party under the chairman had formed bedrock for growth and development in the party.

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    The politician, popularly called ‘Alakowe’, said: “There is no doubt; Elewure is a good person with good heart. He supports vision to fruition at all times. He is a huge fountain of grace to APC in Ibadan Northeast, Oyo State and Nigeria.”

    He said Elewure usually sought peace and progress of members of the party. He appreciated him for rallying for his support in the build up to his 2023 political aspiration.

    Adegoke prayed for good health and knowledge for Elewure ‘’so that APC can regain power in 2027 in Oyo State.’’

  • Lagos underscores commitment to challenge-free retirement

    Lagos underscores commitment to challenge-free retirement

    Lagos State Head of Service (HoS), Mr Olabode Agoro, has reaffirmed the state government’s dedication to a challenge-free retirement process for civil servants. 

    Speaking yesterday at an interactive session with retirees at Adeyemi Bero Auditorium, Secretariat, Alausa, Ikeja, Agoro emphasised government’s commitment to supporting civil servants throughout their career and in retirement.

    He said the initiative reflected the vision of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the government’s commitment to empowering every segment of the society, to ensure no one was left behind.

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    The HoS said the interactive session with the theme: ‘Unlocking Retirees’ Potentials: Food Security and Entrepreneurship’, ‘’has always provided opportunities for retirees to have an insight into their area of concern, come up with ways to address themselves and get useful feedback on how well they have dealt with such concerns.’’

    Permanent Secretary, Public Service Office, Mrs. Sunkanmi Oyegbola, said the interaction would enable retirees to know areas they could venture into even in retirement.

    Guest lecturer, who is a former permanent secretary in Lagos State civil service, Dr. Olajide Bashorun, hailed the efforts of the state government in implementing robust welfare measures for serving and retired civil servants.

  • Olunloyo will get state burial, says Makinde

    Olunloyo will get state burial, says Makinde

    Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde says a former governor of the state, Dr Omololu Olunloyo, who died on April 6, will be honoured with a befitting state burial.

    Makinde said this yesterday when he paid a condolence visit to the deceased’s family in Molete, Ibadan.

    He said his administration and the deceased’s family had begun arrangements for the state funeral that would reflect the legacy and stature of the late elder statesman.

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    Makinde described Olunloyo as a towering figure in Oyo State’s political and intellectual history.

    He noted that the contributions of the deceased to governance, Mathematics and public service spanned decades and inspired many.

    The governor said Olunloyo was not just a former governor, “but a brilliant mind, a respected leader, and a symbol of integrity and excellence.”

    News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Makinde was received by Mrs Aderonke Olunloyo, the widow.

  • Ogun Assembly confirms Abiodun’s nominees for statutory commissions

    Ogun Assembly confirms Abiodun’s nominees for statutory commissions

    Ogun Assembly has confirmed Governor Dapo Abiodun’s nominees for statutory commissions.

    The Deputy Speaker, Mrs Bolanle Ajayi (APC-Yewa South), read the report of the committee of the Whole House on the screening of the governor’s nominees during plenary yesterday.

    Ajayi said the Committee of the Whole, headed by the Speaker, Oludaisi Elemide (APC-Odeda), found the nominees to be eligible, qualified and suitable for the position.

    The Deputy Speaker moved motion for the adoption of the report and it was seconded by the Minority Leader, Lukman Adeleye (PDP-Odogbolu).

    The Assembly’s Majority Leader, Yusuf Sheriff, (APC-Ado Odo Ota 1) moved the motion converting the report into House resolution, and it was seconded by Adeleye.

    The Speaker directed that the House resolution on the confirmation of the nominees be forwarded to the governor for necessary action.

    News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Assembly had on March 25 acknowledged a request from the governor for the screening and confirmation of nominees for various statutory commissions in the state.

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    According to the letter, the Local Government Service Commission will have Olubukunola Onabanjo as Chairman, with Lukman Adiro, Martins Ijaduoye, Abiodun Osunbiyi and Olatunde Rufai as members.

    For the State Teaching Service Commission, Abiodun Sanyaolu will serve as Chairman, while members are Olanrewaju Majekodunmi, Deola Akintonde, Adeleke Salmon, Atinuke Bello, and Kemi Oduwole.

    The State House of Assembly Service Commission has Suraj Adekunbi as Chairman, while Samuel Odukoya, Fasiu Ajadi and Folakemi Akintayo will serve as members.

    The State Judicial Service Commission will be chaired by Justice M. A. Dipeolu, with Olusola Femi-Segun, Adeyemi Ademuyiwa, Saheed Oyede, and Adesola Ayoola-Elegbeji will serve as members.

  • Assembly asks Justice Commissioner to implement Tenancy Law

    Assembly asks Justice Commissioner to implement Tenancy Law

    Lagos State House of Assembly has called on the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro, SAN, to implement the Tenancy Law of 2015.

    It said this would stop landlords from engaging in illegal and unfair practices, particularly excessive rent increases.

    The lawmakers made the call at the resumption of sitting yesterday.

    The house also resolved to call on the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, to sensitise the public by creating awareness on the rudiments of the Tenancy Law.

    This was sequel to a motion moved by Sa’ad Olumoh on the need to curb excessive rent increment by landlords.

    According to him, Section (37) of the Tenancy Law of Lagos State 2015 made provision against unreasonable increase in rent by landlords and also provided access to court for tenants seeking the protection of the law against such unreasonable increase in rent, thus making it illegal.

    He added that the incessant increase in rent was contributing to high rate of homeless people in the state.

    Lending his voice, Desmond Elliot said in his constituency, Surulere I, increment in rent had gone from 100 to 200 per cent.

    He said the Tenancy Law was meant to regulate the activities of investors in the estate management industry and the need to review the two years agreement, commission and legal fees in the law.

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    Aro Moshood said many landlords increased rent without considering the income of their tenants, ‘’whereas the law states that the landlord cannot just increase rent without serving the tenant prior notification.’’

    However, Shabi Adebola implored the government to live up to its expectation by providing low cost housing for the less privileged.

    Speaker Mudashiru Obasa said the law was sensitive ‘’and we should not rely on the information gathered. “We need to go beyond the issue of rent increment and consider the cost of building materials.’’

    Obasa suggested the need for an interface between real estate agents and investors.

    He directed the Committee on Housing, chaired by Ige Olusegun, to invite stakeholders and related agencies to have an interface, with a view ‘’to finding solution to this menace.’’

  • Ekiti engages facility manager for agro-cargo airport

    Ekiti engages facility manager for agro-cargo airport

    Ekiti State Government has engaged the services of a renowned Airport Facility Manager, AAC Management Ltd, for the management and operation of Ekiti International Cargo Airport, ahead of the beginning of commercial flight operations.

    Governor Biodun Oyebanji said this yesterday while receiving top officials of the AAC Management Ltd, led by the Managing Director, Christophe Penninck, in his office in Ado-Ekiti.

    He restated the commitment of the state government to ensure operations of the new airport meet best international standards in terms of facilities, safety and management, in order to make it attractive for local and international air travels.

    The governor said his administration had deliberately taken aviation as major catalyst for growth and development in a bid to actualise the shared prosperity agenda of his government.

    He said his administration was of the opinion that aviation would make a significance impact on the economy of Ekiti State, Southwest and Nigeria, adding that the state had done well to attract one of the  best hands in Nigeria to manage facilities at the airport and bring it to international standard.

    Oyebanji hailed the managing director of the facility management company for the guidance he had provided for the state, which, according to him, had assisted the state to achieve certification with ease.

    Government, he said, was not unmindful of the teething challenges in the smooth operation of the airport.

    He, however, said such challenges were being handled, including getting Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) to place the airport on the national grid, as well as partnering a private institution to link the airport with its Independent Power Plant (IPP).

    The governor said he was excited to have the airport as a hub for Hajj and Christian pilgrimage operations, noting that the state was making efforts to ensure the Instrument Landing System (ILS) was installed at the airport before the end of the year, for effective night operations.

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    On the airport road, Oyebanji said Federal Government had already awarded contract of the road and that the contractor would soon begin work.

    He disclosed that the ring road linking the airport road would be completed by June.

     “For us as a government, we are desirous of doing well, we are desirous of attracting investors and tourists to the state. So, creating access through transportation is key. The conception of the airport during the last administration was a deliberate action aimed at making it a game changer to reposition transportation system in the state.

    “We believe access to Ekiti State is key to our shared prosperity agenda. We don’t want an airport in name but one that meets all conditionality for 24 hours access. This is why whatever it’s going to cost us, we are going to put an ILS in place because for the airport to be competitive, we must put in that place, standard facilities that every airline will want to land there.

    “We will build the traffic, we’ve done our own traffic studies. As at today, we have close to seven higher institutions in the state. We can also have passengers from parts of Kwara, Kogi, Osun and Ondo states. We are deliberate about our action and we know that very soon the airport will fulfil its potentials,” he said.

    Penninck said the airport had the potential for rapid growth, as the state was aggressively attracting investors and industrialists, who would invariably need the services of the airport.

    Penninck, who disclosed that the airport was already generating revenue for the state, stressed the need to motivate interested airlines to the airport.

    He said he was desirous of ensuring that the airport made profit for the state as well as develop ability to run itself.

  • Olubadan instals family, village heads

    Olubadan instals family, village heads

    • Nine Mogajis, two Baales unveiled

    The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has installed nine family heads (Mogajis) and two village heads (Baales).

    The installation took place yesterday at the Olubadan Palace, Oke Aremo, Ibadan.

    During the ceremony, the Olubadan, speaking through High Chief (Senator) Sharafadeen Alli, Ekarun Balogun of Ibadanland, congratulated the newly installed traditional title holders for being counted worthy to receive the titles.

    He said: “You are the accredited representatives of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, therefore you must ensure peace reigns supreme in your domains, as no meaningful development can be achieved without peace.

    “Desist from any act that can tarnish the reputation of the traditional institution such as land grabbing, insubordination to elders within your families and oppression of family members whom you represent.”

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    Gracing the occasion were members of Olubadan Advisory Council, former Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Taofik Arapaja, traditional rulers, religious leaders, business tycoons and well- wishers.

    The nine Mogajis are Giwa Kamaldeen from Ibadan Northeast Local Government, Alhaji Kamorudeen Adebimpe in Ibadan Southeast, Alhaji Muritala Aloba in Ibadan North, Dr Kazeem Rabiu of Ibadan Northwest and Alhaji Kadir Farayola, in Ibadan Northeast.

    Also, we have Olukayode Oduntan, Alhaji Abideen Mustatapha, Yinusa Ibilade Apapa in Ibadan Northeast, and Alhaji Sholagbade Arapaja, in Ibadan Southwest.

    The Baales are Chief Raimi Ibrahim Edujobi from Edujobi village in Egbeda Local Government as well as Mr. Morakinyo Muniru Fagbemi of  Fagbemi village in Akinyele Local Government of Oyo State.

  • Makinde, Adelabu, Olubadan others, for DAILY POST staff’s book launch

    Makinde, Adelabu, Olubadan others, for DAILY POST staff’s book launch

    Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, Minister of Power Chief Adebayo Adelabu, Olubadan of Ibadanland Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, and Senator Sharafadeen Alli representing Oyo South Senatorial District are among the dignitaries expected at the launch of a new book by Musliudeen Atanda Adebayo, Oyo State correspondent for the DAILY POST.

    The book, titled “Defying Expectations: My Story of Perseverance from Conductor to Journalist”, will be officially launched on Sunday, April 20, at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Secretariat in Iyaganku, Ibadan. The event also marks the 40th birthday of the author.

    In a statement released on Tuesday, Adebayo listed other prominent guests expected at the ceremony, including former Oyo State Governor Senator Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja; Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly and Chairman of the Conference of Speakers, Hon. Edward Ogundoyin; Hon. Abass Adigun (Ibadan North East/Ibadan South East); Hon. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe (Oluyole); and Chief Sulaimon Ajeniyi Ajewole, President-General of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII).

    Also expected are Grand Chief Imam of Ogbomosoland, Imam Yunus Olushina Teliat (Ayilara II), PhD; Professor Yemisi Lydia Olaleye; Dr. Mrs. Adebukola Kadiri, CEO of Eternal Home Cemetery; and DAILY POST Publisher, Mr. James Bamisaye.

    Other guests include Alhaji Mashood Mustapha, National President of the Nigeria Association of Social Workers (NASoW); Book Reviewer, Professor Rahman Akinoso of the University of Ibadan; Guest Lecturer, Dr. Bayo Busari from Lead City University; and Chief Host, NUJ Chairman in Oyo State, Alhaji Ismail Ademola Babalola.

    Dignitaries such as Chief Adegboyega Adegoke (Aare Egbe Omo Balogun of Ibadanland), Dr. Wasiu Olatubosun (Commissioner for Culture and Tourism), Professor Muslih Tayo Yahaya (Executive Secretary, MUSWEN), and public affairs analyst Dr. Festus Adedayo are also billed to attend.

    Academic, government, and professional figures expected include Professor Kayode Adebowale, Vice Chancellor, University of Ibadan; Mr. Tayo Dada, Controller, Nigeria Immigration Service (Oyo Command); Dr. Adeniran Tella, Oyo REC; Mr. Abel Oche Odoba, NYSC Oyo Coordinator; Mrs. Rosemary Alo, FRSC State Sector Commander; Dr. Olukemi Afolayan, Oyo NOA Director; and Dr. Adekoya Olatunde Owosibo, Provost, Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology.

    Others are Chief Saheed Oladele (Baameko of Ibadanland); Dr. M. I. Ojedokun and faculty from the UI Social Work Department; APC State Chairman Alhaji Olaide Abas; NSCDC Commandant Mr. Augustine Padonu; Customs Area Controller J.O. Adelaja; Mrs. M. Muraina, ED of Oyo Youth Development Agency; Oluyole LG Chairman Engineer Akeem Olatunji; and Dr. Victrola Iyanda from Lead City University.

    Also expected are Professor James Ayangunna, Professor Emeka Okafor, and Dr. Dauda Busari from UI’s Sociology Department, alongside family heads, professional associations, and social groups including NASoW, NUJ, Legacy Stars of Ibadan, Ibadan Mega Voice, and University of Jos Alumni Association.

    Adebayo, a trained social worker and doctoral student at the University of Ibadan’s Department of Social Work, began his journalism career in 2009. He holds a B.Sc. in Social Work and Administration from the University of Jos (2010), a PGD in Journalism from the International Institute of Journalism, Abuja (2012), and an M.Sc. in Medical Sociology from UI (2021).

    “Adebayo is the National Public Relations Officer of Nigeria Association of Social Workers (NASoW) and Oyo State Correspondent for Daily Post newspaper. He is a member of the University of Jos Alumni Association (UJAA) Oyo state Chapter, Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Legacy Stars of Ibadan (LSI) and Ibadan Mega Voice (IMV).  

    “The author who is married and blessed with wonderful children was born to the family of late Ismail Adebayo Akanbi Alawode of E2/171 Daramola Compound, Ita Baale Ori Okiti, in the Ibadan North East Local Government Area of Oyo State four decades ago”. 

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    The author while speaking further, maintained that “the book chronicles the major events that shaped my life from birth till the age of 40″‘. 

    He added that “the book highlights my maternal and paternal lineages, early childhood, nurturing period, schooling, marriage, professional engagements, as well as my journey in the academics. The book traces my struggles as an orphan, how I engaged myself in several menial jobs, how I worked as a recharge card seller, sales representative, labourer and bus conductor at CMS Park 4, Marina in Lagos Island between August 2004 and February, 2009 in order to attain university education against all odds.

    “This book aims to motivate and inspire the youth, especially those who intend to achieve greatness in life but do not have the necessary wherewithal. It will serve as a reference material for students and researchers who intend to embark on further studies around the subject matter. The book will serve as a documented material for family members to know about their origin. It will serve this generation and generations yet unborn. I have the conviction that anyone who lays his or her hand on this book and read it will find one thing or the other useful. 

    “I want to use this medium to inform the general public that both the hard and e-copy of “Defying Expectations: My Story of Perseverance from Conductor to Journalist” are ready. Interested persons are expected to contact me through my telephone numbers; +2348138044276 and +2348124571937 or email address; uniquemusliudeen@gmail.com or X; @musliudeen or LinkedIn; https://www.linkedin.com/in/musliudeen-adebayo-37704030“.