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Oyetola opens newly constructed Iconic Ola-Iya flyover for public use

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.....Promises more infrastructure across the State  Osun State Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola has promised more infrastructure development  and delivery of quality projects across the State.  Governor Oyetola gave the assurance  today at Olaiya junction in Osogbo, while  opening the constructed Iconic bridge for public use. He disclosed that some roads will be commissioned soon, while maintenance of roads will be embarked upon across the length and breadth of the State. The Information Officer of the Ministry of Works and Transportation, Olugbenga Oni reported to latterglorynews that, the Governor reiterated that his administration would continue to deliver on its promises to the people of the State. The State helmsman then charged motorists to drive in accordance with the highway code and signs. Oyetola also assured the residents of the State of  adequate security around the newly constructed flyover bridge, advising  the people not to abu...

Asiwaju of Ikire land, Oyebamiji felicitates with Alapomu on second Anniversary

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...says ancient town has witnessed unprecedented growth Kingsley Omoyeni The Asiwaju of Ikire land, Mr Bola Oyebamiji has congratulated the Alapomu of Apomu Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba Kayode Adenekan Afolabi Atoyebi II on the occasion of his second anniversary on the throne of his forefathers. He said the king has not doubt brought his wealth of his experience to bare in the rulership of the ancient town, as the town has continued to witness rapid growth and development in all areas. Oyebamiji who is the Osun Commissioner for Finance in a statement of felicitation which he signed and made available to newsmen on Wednesday also congratulated the sons and daughters of the ancient town scattered all over the world on the occasion. The congratulatory statement reads in parts, "The fact that the second year coronation anniversary is being commemorated with a colloquium, documentary and book presentation, in honour of Kabiyesi, is a testament to the quality of thinking ...

2022 Int'l Mother Language Day: Osun Govt. Spells out Modalities to rescue Yoruba Language from total extinction

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 Sunday Okunade  In celebrating the year 2022 International Mother Language Day, the State Government of Osun, under the leadership of Governor Adegboyega Oyetola, has spelt out modalities to rescue Yoruba Language from going into total extinction. A press release signed by the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr Obawale Adebisi and made available to the newsmen stated that the present administration recognizes Yoruba Language as our mother tongue and will do all within it's power to ensure that the language is rescued from total collapse. He noted that Government is working to ensure that the language is made compulsory,in both offices and at home, saying that this is the best way to safe it from going into extinction. He frowned at the rate at which many Yorubas are not taking the language serious, especially the parents, by not allowing their children to express themselves in their mother tongue. He urged the parents to desist from this dangerous acts which...

Osun 2022: LGSC Boss congratulates Oyetola on his emergence as party flagbearer

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                                                                              Chairman,Osun Local Government Service Commission (LGSC),Elder Tunde Adedeji has congratulated the State helmsman,Mr.Adegboyega Oyetola on his recent emergence as the ruling party flagbearer in July Governorship election, describing the victory as clean,clear and overwhelming.                                                                          In a congratulatory message issued in Osogbo,Elder Adedeji observed that the landslide victory recorded by the Governor in all local government areas of the State, including that o...

Culture: A rallying point for growth, sustainability of Africans-- Osun Governor

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 Sunday Okunade  Osun State Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola has re-emphasized that Culture remains the rallying point for the growth and sustainability of the people of Africa. The Governor stated this at the 6th Year Anniversary and Graduation Ceremony of the first set of the AEBAJIOGBE Alphabetic Academy, held at Oduduwa Hall, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State. He said that, if African countries will develop, the promotion of culture must not be toyed with. Governor Oyetola who was represented by the Commissioner for Culture and  Tourism, Dr. Obawale Adebisi noted that this explains why Osun is the custodian of culture, tradition and in the fore front of tourism campaign, stressing that a significant aspect of tourism is our culture and historical sites, explaining that the State has showcased to the World and channelling a lot of resources to culture regeneration and creation of tourism hubs in the State, regardless of the advent of modernisation...

Osun APC Primary: Finance Commissioner, Oyebamiji congratulates Oyetola on landslide victory

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..say party members have made the right choice Kingsley Omoyeni Commissioner for Finance, Mr Bola Oyebamiji has congratulated Governor Adegboyega Oyetola for clinching the ticket to represent the Osun All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming July 2022 gubernatorial elections in the state. The Commissioner spoke shortly after the Governor was declared as the winner of Saturday's primaries conducted across the State where  he emerged as winner by polling 222,169. Governor Oyetola defeated two other candidates, former Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Mushood Adeoti who polled 12, 921 votes and former Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Hon. Lasun Yusuf who got 460 votes. Oyebamiji thanked members of the party in the State for choosing the right candidate to represent the party at the polls come July this year, saying it is gratifying for them to have decided to give the APC flag to a man who has painstakingly strived to move the state forward in hi...

Osun 2022: Traditional Worshippers intercede for Oyetola's second term bid

    In preparation for 2022 governorship election in Osun, a cross section of traditional worshippers in Boripe Local Government Area of the State today organised special prayer for the return of the incumbent Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola for second term in Office. The prayer programme was held in the ancient town of Iragbiji had in attendance all Traditionalists such as: Egungun, Ifa, Osun and Ogun worshippers, including the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Obawale Adebisi, Senior Special Assistant on Culture and Tourism, Mr Opesina Raimi and host of others. Speaking with newsmen at the prayer session, the organizer of the prayer, Araba Ogboni Agbaiye of Iragbiji, Dr. Babatunde Abereifa acknowledged Governor Oyetola's stunning performance in office as highly commendable, stressing that he has given the State a facelift in terms of infrastructural development such as: rejuvenating  educational sector, revamping of health sector,security stability, religious toler...

Osun Information Commissioner identifies lessons from Valentine's day

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Osun Commissioner for Information and Civic Orientation, Mrs. Funke Egbemode has identified unconditional love and care for humanity as two of the lessons, derivable from Saint Valentine's day,which must be imbibed by all and sundry.  The Commissioner who spoke at this year's valentine's day celebration  through the Coordinating Director in the Ministry, Mrs Olubukola Aderibige stressed that love for  fellow humans  irespective of religion, race, tribe, sex or sentiment,among others are hallmarks of St Valentine.                                        She emphasized the need for the young minds, especially ladies to be careful of desperate  opposite sex who might want to exploit the Valentine's day to lure them into sexual excapades.                     While also speaking at the occasion,at which ...

Make meaningful inpact while alive, Oyetola tells Artistes

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 ..... describes Late Tafa Oloyede as hero of his time  Sunday Okunade Osun state Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola has admonished theatre practitioners in Yoruba land to always contribute their  quota to make life meaningful for people while they are still alive. Governor Oyetola stated this at the "Artiste day" in honour of late John Olawuni, with the stage name, "Tafa Oloyede" at his residence in Osogbo by  Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Producers Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN) Osun State Chapter under the leadership of it's Governor, Alhaji Moruf Olayiwola. The Governor who spoke through the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Obawale Adebisi said, any impact made by people while still leaving would be what they will be remembered for when they die. He urged them to make use of their talents judiciously to better the lot of people around them. The State helsman  also appreciated the role of Artistes in Cultural promotion which has contributed...

Osun CAN honours Asiwaju of Ikire land, Bola Oyebamiji with Award for engendering Religious harmony

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...laud him for his support to the christian body The Christian Association of Nigeria CAN, Osun Chapter has honoured Osun Commissioner for Finance, Mr Bola Oyebamiji with an award for his efforts towards engendering religious harmony through his immense contribution to evangelism. Mr Oyebamiji who is the Balogun Musulumi of Ikire land was bestowed with the award during the 2022 Annual General Meeting of the association held at the CAN Secretariat in Osogbo. While presenting the award to Oyebamiji, the State CAN Chairman, Rt. Rev. Amos Ogunrinde said the award is in recognition of the Commissioner's sound moral value and his immense contribution to evangelism. The Osun CAN Chairman also added that the love and support to the progress and success of the association as displayed by Oyebamiji is something every Nigerian must imbibe so as to continue to foster unity among all religions. According to him, "I am yet to meet a man so committed to the work of G...

Oyetola lauds FG for approving Oba Hills Forrest Reserve as a National Park

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                                                                      Osun Governor,                       Adegboyega Oyetola has applauded the Federal Government of Nigeria for approving Oba Hills Forest Reserve, located in Iwo Local Government Area of the State, as a National Park. Governor Oyetola disclosed this during a courtesy visit paid him by the Conservator General of the Federation and his team at the Government House, Osogbo, the State Capital. He noted that the new development will beautify and also improve the economy of the State. He rejoiced that this new development will also put the legendary Oba Hills Forest Reserve on the world map, and turn it to a tourist site.  The State helmsman therefore pledged his maximum coo...

Oyetola lauds FG for approving Oba Hills forest reserve as a National Park

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  Osun Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola has applauded the Federal Government of Nigeria for the designation of Oba Hills Forest Reserve, located in Olorunda Local Government Area of the State, as a National Park. Governor Oyetola disclosed this during a courtesy visit paid him by the Conservator General of the Federation and his team  at the Government House, Osogbo, the State Capital. He noted that the new development will beautify and also improve the economy of the State. He rejoiced that the new development will not only put the legendary Oba Hills Forest Reserve on the world map,but will also turn it to a money spinner for the   State.  The State helsman therefore pledged his maximum cooperation with the National Park Service for the smooth and effective take-off of the project. In his remarks, the Conservator General, National Park Service, Dr. Ibrahim Okeyoyin revealed that the Federal Government has released one hundred million Naira for the take...

Osun Deputy Governor describes MIKANO Int'l LTD as partner in progress

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Osun Deputy Governor, Benedict  Alabi has described MIKANO International Limited as a critical player in the energy sector in Nigeria as well as a dependable partner in Osun Project. The Deputy Governor stated this in Osogbo while receiving and simultaneously commissioning 25 Traffic Stands from the representative of MIKANO International Limited, Salako Nurudeen who represented the Chairman of the Company. The Deputy Governor, who was represented by the Special Adviser to Governor on Works and Transport, Engr. Toke Olaniyan, noted that the donation of traffic stands by MIKANO International Limited is another important intervention to complement the efforts of Governor Adegboyega Oyetola in the area of transportation in the State. The donation, according to Alabi," will also strengthen the road system management and entrench sanity in the metropolis." The Information Officer of the  Ministry of Works and Transportation, Olugbenga Oni reported to latterglorynews tha...

Osun First Lady advises ICT trainees to maximize aquired knowledge

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                                                                            Wife of Osun State Governor, Mrs Kafayat Oyetola has advised women in the  State, who have just completed a five-day training on ICT Infrastructure and Empowerment to maximize the knowledge aquired so that they will not only be financially independent, but they will also continue to contribute to the State economic development. Mrs Oyetola gave the advice  in Osogbo at the closing  ceremony of  the ICT training programme organized for women, girls and youths in the South West Zone of the country. It was organized by the National Center for Women Development in collaboration with Osun Ministry of Women, Children and Social Affairs. The First Lady, who was represented by Special Adviser to G...

The death of Tafa Oloyede; a collosal loss to the entertainment World, says Osun Culture Commissioner

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 Sunday Okunade Osun Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Obawale Adebisi has expressed shock over  the death of John Olawuni popularly known as Tafa Oloyede describing it as a collosal loss not only  to his  family, the government and people of  Osun State where he hailed from  but the  theater Industry as a whole. This is contained in a letter of condolence personally signed by the Commissioner and made available to newsmen in Osogbo. In the emotionally written letter, Dr  Obawale noted that, John Olawuni was  a rear gem in the film Industry stressing that   the vacuum left behind by him would be difficult to fill.      The culture and tourism commissioner further noted that, the late Veteran Actor  contributed immensely to the growth and promotion of Yoruba Cultural values in such a manner  that, his roles  impacted positively  the nation and the world at large in no small measu...

Women Empowerment: A key to National Development, Osun First Lady

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  Osun First Lady, Mrs kafayat Oyetola  has described empowerment of women as a major key to  national development. Mrs Oyetola stated this at the opening ceremony of a- 5-day training on ICT infrastructure and empowerment training for women, girls, and youth in six geopolitical zones of the country, organized by  Federal Government  though  The National  center for women Development (NCND) in collaboration with Osun State Ministry of Women and Children Affairs held in Osogbo, the State Capital. The First Lady, who was represented by wife of the Secretary to the State Government, Mrs Bose Oyebamiji said, if  government at all levels can key into empowering of youth, women and girls in the society, it will reduce the problem of unemployment that society is facing and also give them the opportunity to carter for the family whenever the need arises.  She stressed further that, ICT infrastructure and empowerment programme ...

Why Osun is reviewing the State Development Plan (SDP) 2019- 2028, Budget Commissioner

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.....describes Oyetola as futuristic Osun Commissioner for Economic Planning, Budget and Development Prof. Olalekan Yinusa has highlighted some emerging issues in the world as the reasons for the need to review the State Development Plan (SDP) 2019-2028. The Commissioner gave the hint today while declaring open a  day training workshop organized for the "State Plan Revision Team(SPRT) and Sector Planning Teams(SPTs) on the review of the SDP 2019-2028. He explained that the COVID-19 pandemic that is ravaging the world,with the State not left out, increase in population, digitalization and all other issues which had drastically affected the economy of the world  necessitated the review of the SDP 2019-2028. Yinusa stated further that Governor Adegboyega Oyetola speedily approved the review of the SDP 2019-2028 because of his genuine interest to give residents of the State the best and move the State forward. While giving other reasons for the review of the SDP, the C...