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Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has mandated Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and his Osun State counterpart, Ademola Adeleke, to join in leading reconciliation efforts in its Ondo State chapter where some members are drawing wrong conclusion that a decision has been taken on zoning of the governorship ticket.

PDP National Publicity Secretary Mr. Debo Ologunagba said there is no decision on zoning yet and the two governors will join other members of the PDP National Working Committee (NWC) to lead the reconciliation efforts and ensure a level-playing field for contending groups in its Ondo State chapter.

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In a statement titled: ‘Ondo Governorship Election: No Decision on Zoning Yet – PDP NWC’, which Ologunagba issued to reporters yesterday, he said PDP NWC meeting of Wednesday considered the submissions of party stakeholders from Ondo State and took decisions as follows:

The NWC commends the party stakeholders from Ondo State for their openness and commitment towards the stability and success of the party in the forthcoming governorship election.

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has said his administration would continue to give its best to the people despite the challenging times.

He said this yesterday during the presentation of 28 18-seater buses to tertiary institutions at the car park of the Governor’s Office, State Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan.

Addressing the students, Governor Makinde, who noted that the country is passing through a tough period, said it will soon be over.

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He said his administration would never relent in giving the best to the state and its people.

The governor said he was sensitive to the hardship foisted on the students as a result of the tough times and encouraged them to endure, as the hardship would soon end.

He said he had just signed the state scholarship and bursary awards for 2024, adding that he would ensure the disbursement was done seamlessly and with integrity.

A former federal legislator, Hon Shina Peller, has congratulated Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde on his recognition as the Governor of the Year by the management of the Leadership Newspaper.

Peller’s congratulatory message was contained in a personal statement on his social media platforms where he described the award as a well-deserved one.

The former lawmaker, who is the Ayedero of Yorubaland, expressed delight in having Makinde as a leader, adding the Governor of the Year award is a testament to his impressive leadership attributes and firm commitment to delivering good governance to the people of Oyo State.

The Oke Ogun-born businessman-cum-politician, who recently defected from Accord party to the People’s Democratic Party(PDP), reaffirmed his membership of the PDP and expressed happiness that Oyo PDP is being led by an “exceptional leader” like Governor Makinde.

He said: “Congratulations to the Executive Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde, on his recognition as the Governor of the Year 2023 by the management of the Leadership Newspaper. It’s indeed a well-deserved recognition for all the hard work and dedication.

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“I am honoured to have such an incredible leader who has made a positive impact in our state. Also, I am proud to be part of this incredible political party, People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo state led by an exceptional leader.

“This well-deserved “Governor of the Year” award is a testament to Governor Makinde’s unique leadership attributes, dedication and commitment to delivering good governance to the people. His achievements so far as the governor remain noteworthy.

“I pray that God continues to strengthen the people’s governor in all ways as he continues to pilot the affairs of Oyo state in the right direction. Amen. Once again, congratulations my leader. it is a well-deserved award.”

Stakeholders in Ibadanland, including Mogajis, Chiefs, sons and daughters of the ancient city have commended successful completion of the 14th edition of Biennial Police Games tagged “Oluyole 2024” hosted by the Oyo State Government.

The stakeholders said Oyo State, having hosted over 4,000 police officers across Nigeria,  including the Inspector General of Police (IGP) was a testament that that indeed the city remained pacesetter to others. 

A statement by President of Ibadan Mogajis, Mogaji Asimiyu Ariori and Coordinator, Ibadan Compound Peace Initiative, Mogaji Nurudeen Akinade described the game as one of the best in the history of Oyo and best organised event in the history of the game.

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The duo said the event has added positively to the economic advancement of Ibadan and Oyo State in general by playing host to eminent Nigerians during the game.

The statement applauded the roles played by Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde for the success of the game.

“It must be be on record that the role played by the Chief of staff to Governor Makinde, Hon. Ogunwuyi and the S.A to the Governor on Security, Rtd. CP Fatai Owoseni in ensuring the success of the Sport fiesta can not be over emphasised,” the statement reads.

It commended Makinde for creating enabling environment for participants and releasing facilities for them to use during the game. 

The statement also commended the role of Mogajis in Ibadanland in ensuring hitch-free and peaceful game.

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has declared measures towards addressing the rising cost of food in the state.

He said his administration would do everything to make life easy for residents.

The governor, who made this known yesterday at a meeting with stakeholders in the agriculture sector, held at Fasola Agribusiness Industrial Hub, said his government would subsidise land clearing for farmers across the state with an initial sum of N600 million.

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He added: “Farmers are expected to pay N15,000, instead of N30,000, for land clearing, while government will pay the balance.”

He declared immediate suspension of revenue collection on farm produce marketed within the state for the next six months, noting, however, that agricultural produce taken out of the boundaries of Oyo State would attract necessary revenues.

Makinde said government would provide tractors and haulage trucks for farmers, among other measures.

The governor, who said the state had disbursed N1billion to smallholder farmers through the Sustainable Action for Economic recovery (SAfER), noted that Agriculture Credit Corporation of Oyo State (ACCOS) loan support to farmers would no longer require a civil servant as guarantor.

He said farm associations will now guarantee their members to have access to the loan.