Oyo Commissioner For Youths, Hon. Wasilat Officially Resumes Office, Seeks Cooperation, Support From Staff

 

The new Commissioner for Youth and Sports in Oyo state, Honourable Wasilat Adegoke has officially resumed duty following her inauguration last week by the Governor, Seyi Makinde.

The 29 year old Commissioner on Monday, shortly after her arrival held meetings with management staff after which she embarked on a short familiarization tour of the ministry.

The brief tour which cuts across all the departments under the ministry was to acquaint the Commissioner with the operationalities of each department as well as abreast herself with their needs.

In her words, “I have officially resumed duties today. I have met and discussed with the management staffs and we had very robust and productive discussion which centered around cooperation, synergy and understanding that’ll help us achieve on our mandate.

“I relayed my vision to the management staffs and solicited their unflinching cooperation which I know for sure remain paramount and key to whatever success we aim to achieve as a ministry under the leadership of Governor Seyi Makinde led government.

“I also made a brief tour of all the most departments and offices under the ministry of youths and sports today to identify myself with the staffs and inspect all facilities within the building.

“I reiterated the commitment of His Excellency, Engr. Oluwaseyi Makinde in term of welfare of all staffs and I also appealed to them to always do their best in all activities expected of them in order to achieve the desired collective results at the end of the day.”

OYO PRESENTS 167 ATHLETES FOR 28 SPORTS AT NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES (NYC)

               

     OYO PRESENTS 167 ATHLETES FOR 28 SPORTS AT NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES (NYC)

Oyo State Government has concluded all arrangements for the participation of One hundred and sixty seven (167) numbers of athletes at the 7th National Youth Games scheduled to hold at Asaba, in Delta state as from 20th to 30th of September, 2023.

      The Oyo State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Honourable Miss Wasilat Adegoke dropped this hint in today Ibadan.

       The Commissioner disclosed further that the ten days tournament is open to every Nigerian youth age 15 years and below, adding that the game is part of the national strategic plan to meaningfully engage our youths, create career path for them in sports, take them away from social vices and ultimately create a robust pool of young talents that can be nurtured for outstanding performances at international competitions.

      

       Honourable Wasilat Adegoke remarked that Oyo State Team will participate in twenty sports, namely: Athletics, Traditional Sports, Badminton, Basketball, Beach volleyball, Boxing, Canoeing, Chess, Cricket, Cycling, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Hockey, Judo, Karate, Scrabble, Squash, Swimming, Taekwondo, Tennis, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling.

      The Commissioner said further that One hundred and sixty seven (167) athletes, thirteen (13) coaches, thirteen (13) team officials and nine (9) State delegates from Oyo state will actively participate at the tournament 

       Earlier, the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development organized a 3 days Zonal Elimination Competition for ball games which involved all the South Western State, of Nigeria on Wednesday 16th to Friday 18th August, 2023 at the Ilaji Hotel and Sports Resorts, Akanran Ibadan.

       At the Zonal Elimination Competition, Oyo State Team came First in Four Sports (Both male and Female) namely: Cricket, Volleyball, Beach Volleyball and Basketball. The Youth and Sports Commissioner Honourable Wasilat Adegoke is billed to address the athletes, coaches and officials before their final departure on Wednesday.

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Arole Felicitates with Alh. Akeem Azeez on his birthday

 

Hon. Gbenga Ayinde Adewusi Arole Felicitates with Alhaji Akeem Azeez on his birthday, describe him as an example of loyalty and honesty.

Alh. Akeem is a good brother of mine who has been a blessing to these present administration, He is the man with a pure heart, I join millions of Nigerian in celebrating you 

He prayed for God's wisdom and understanding to perform as expected in all ramifications, also extends his warm regards to his family 

Group Warns Against Attack on Obasanjo

 

A Yoruba group, Maja-Maja, has cautioned those castigating former President Olusegun Obasanjo, over his act of asking Oke-Ogun traditional rulers present at the commissioning ceremony of some projects executed by Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State in Iseyin on Friday to stand up to greet the governor.

The Maja-Maja specifically warned those using the opportunity to reignite their “satanic lie” that the former President is an Igboman and not a Yorubaman to desist from such act in the best interest of the Yoruba race and posterity.

The Obasanjo’s directive that the Oke-Ogun kings present at the project commissioning should stand up to greet Governor Makinde has continued to attract criticism from different quartets, with many people saying that the former President’s action amounted to disrespect for the Yoruba traditional institution.

But the group in a statement by its Chairman, Comrade Adesina Akinpelu, noted that what Obasanjo did at the Iseyin programme was just to ensure that the monarchs observed established protocol, although the approach might not be good enough.

Akinpelu maintained that Obasanjo, even as a sitting President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, has always shown respect for Yoruba traditional rulers as evident in some of the pictures and videos being circulated on the social media since Friday.

He said Obasanjo might appear to be too blunt as a result of his military background, those who have political scores to settle with him within the Yorubaland should not be allowed to cause unnecessary disaffecting between the former President and the monarchs.

The group noted that Obasanjo is a Yoruba political leader of our time, who should be given his due recognition.

BREAKING: Tinubu Appoints New CBN Governor

 Tinubu has appointed a new CBN Governor

Tumite News reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the nomination of Dr. Olayemi Michael Cardoso to serve as the new Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), for a term of five (5) years at the first instance, pending his confirmation by the Nigerian Senate.

This directive is in conformity with Section 8 (1) of the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007, which vests in the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the authority to appoint the Governor and Four (4) Deputy Governors for the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This is subject to confirmation by the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Furthermore, President Bola Tinubu has approved the nomination of four new Deputy Governors of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), for a term of five (5) years at the first instance. Their appointments are are in acting capacity pending their confirmation by the Nigerian Senate. They include: (1) Mrs. Emem Nnana Usoro (2) Mr. Muhammad Sani Abdullahi Dattijo (3) Mr. Philip Ikeazor (4) Dr. Bala M. Bello.

In line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda, the President expects the above listed nominees to successfully implement critical reforms at the Central Bank of Nigeria, which will enhance the confidence of Nigerians and international partners in the restructuring of the Nigerian economy toward sustainable growth and prosperity for all. Chief Ajuri Ngelale Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity) September 15, 2023

HON ENIOLA CHRISTABEL JOSEPH CONGRATULATES NEWLY SWORN IN COMMISSIONERS AND OTHER WOMEN IN OFFICE

 HON ENIOLA CHRISTABEL JOSEPH CONGRATULATES NEWLY SWORN IN COMMISSIONERS AND OTHER WOMEN IN OFFICE

Congratulations to Hon. Comm. Wasilat Adegoke. There is no force powerful than a determined youth ready to give great turnarounds, impacts and raise fellow youths.

Nothing gives me joy than seeing women involvements in politics, especially young ones.

A big congratulations to all the women in the Omituntun 2.0 cabinet. I’m so in love with the sustainable development.

There is no limit to what we women can accomplish. Everything is within our power and our power is within us.

Forget the figure8, the inner man is about to make us proud.

Thanks to the Awolowo of our time, His excellency, Gov Seyi Makinde for making this happen. I Celebrate you sir.

Wishing you all the smooth & pleasant tenure with God’s guidance.

Obinrin! Iyo

Obinrin! Higher level

Obinrin! We have improved ourselves

Fakorede Congratulates Wasilat Adegoke On Appointment As Commissioner, Describes Gov Makinde As Visionary Leader

 The immediate past Commissioner for Youth and Sports in Oyo State, Dr Seun Fakorede, has extended his warm congratulations to his successor, the newly appointed Commissioner for Youth and Sports in the State, Miss Wasilat Adegoke.

This commendation is a testament to the commitment of the Oyo State Government, led by Governor Engr. Seyi Makinde, in promoting youthful leadership within the State’s administration

Dr Seun Fakorede, who previously held the position and made history as the youngest Commissioner in the country during the first term of Governor Seyi Makinde, expressed his best wishes for Wasilat as she takes the reins of the Youth and Sports portfolio.

Fakorede’s congratulatory message not only applauds the new commissioner’s appointment but also highlights the continuity of the Oyo State Government’s policy of entrusting young leaders with the critical responsibility of overseeing Youth and Sports affairs in the state

Gov Makinde Inaugurates Two New Commissioners

 

Oyo state governor, Seyi Makinde, has inaugurated additional two Commissioners. They are Miss Wasilat Adegoke and Dr Oluwaserimi Ajetumobi.

The inauguration ceremony held at the Governor’s Executive chamber, on Thursday September 14 put the total number of serving Commissioners in the state under Omituntun 2.0 to 18.

The Governor, while congratulating the two new Commissioners charged them on commitment and dedication to service, saying to whom much is given, more is expected.

In his brief remarks shortly after administering the oath of office and allegiance to the new appointees, Governor Makinde noted that although the event was a ceremony but the demands of their job is not ceremonial.

While recalling some his achievements under Omititun 1.0, Makinde noted that even though many adjudged it as successful, there was more work to be done.

He charged the Commissioner for Health in particular to hit the ground running immediately stressing on some of the realities he hoped to see at a shortest possible time especially in the primary health sector and various health schemes in the state.

He said that the state was also looking at upgrading secondary health sector urging him to provide him necessary briefs on the health roadmap.

He told the Commissioner for youth and sport, Makinde, disclosed that he expected the vibrancy, energy and youthful drive to the table to make the ministry achieve on its mandate, being the youngest cabinet member.

While also charging the new Commissioner for youth and sports, Makinde highlighted areas of focus and advised that areas of synergy and collaboration with other ministries should be explored.

The governor particularly tasked the youth and sports Commissioners on harnessing talents and grassroots sports development while urging her to prioritize completing the second phase of the Lekan Salami Sports complex.

Oyo SWAN sets agenda for new Sports Commissioner

 Oyo SWAN sets agenda for new Sports Commissioner

Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) Oyo State chapter has set agenda for Youths and Sports Commissioner Designate, Wasilat Adefemi Adegoke.

In a congratulatory message signed by the Association's Secretary Adewale Tijani, Oyo SWAN advised the 29 year old lady nominated for the post of the State Commissioner for Youths and Sports to make development of sports at the grassroots her top priority upon assumption of office.

Oyo SWAN, through its Chairman Niyi Alebiosu, noted that grassroots sports are very important as they serve the foundation for sports development at the state and national levels.

"It's highly imperative for the new Sports Commissioner to focus more on the revival of grassroots sports, especially school games. This is because school games unearth talents and future stars for the states and the nation. A large number of Nigeria's present sports stars as Tobi Amusan, Ese Brume and Akinkunmi Amoo were products of school games", Alebiosu said.

The State SWAN Chairman, while also urging Adegoke to vigorously embark on youth empowerment programmes, assured that sports journalists in the state would co-operate with the new Commissioner to assist her in attaining her set targets.

 Born in June 1994, Wasilat Adegoke hailed from Lanlate in Ibarapa East Local Government area of the state. She graduated from Department of Statistics at The Polytechnic Ibadan.

Miss Adegoke, in spite of her young age, is an active grassroots politician and served as the State PDP Ex-officio between 2018 and 2021.

She was actively involved in the enthronement of Governor Seyi Makinde administration in 2019 and his re-election in 2023 by mobilizing grassroots supports for the Governor in the two electrons.

The Commissioner Designate, whose nomination has been cleared by the state legislature, will succeed Seun Fakorede, who also hailed from Ibarapa zone.

3 Months in Office: Governor Seyi Makinde Reviews the Activities of Oyo PMS State Excos, Restates Commitment to Peaceful Operations, State

Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has lauded the State Executives of Oyo Park Management System PMS my able leadership, 

This was as myself and my State Executives paid a courtesy call on the Governor and we were humbly received by Otunba Seye Famojuro. 

Speaking on behalf of the Governor Balogun Seye Famojuro lauded the entire executives for harmonious working relationship that exist among the different transport stakeholders that were fussed into one body. 

Otunba who is the Balogun Bobajiro of Orile Igbon passes vote of confidence in me, saying that the administration of Governor Seyi Makinde will not tolerate any break down of law and order at any designated parks and motor garages. 

According to him, testimonies from residents of Oyo State from data available to us showed that motorists and commuters are satisfied with my code of conduct and modus operandi with various reforms I have embarked upon since my inauguration. 

Otunba, however warned members of the state executives, local government and branch chairmen not to embark on actions or activities that could cause chaos in the state adding that the state government will deal decisively with anyone caught formenting troubles around motor parks or bus terminals. 

He charged the PMS officials and members to improve on their mode of dressing and approach when issuing tickets to commercial drivers, tricycle and motorcycle riders. 

Otunba also warned against forceful collection of levies from drivers and riders saying the state government will not condone any act of illegal charges that will have effects on passengers. 

In my remarks, I specially appreciates Governor Seyi Makinde and Otunba Seye Famojuro for the reforming and transforming the state's transport sector. 

I pledged the total commitment of my members to the  lasting and sustainable peace which he said is the top priority of the present administration of Engr. Abiodun Oluwaseyi Makinde

I assured that the PMS under my leadership will always comply and conform with any directive issued by the state government that will lead to peace, unity, progress and development of Oyo State.

2023 Africa Para Games:Nigeria wins bronze in wheelchair tennis

The duo of Foluke Shittu and Kafayat Omisore defeated Tanzania’s Lucy Shirima and Rehema Selemani 2-0 (7-5, 6-4) in the third-place match.

Nigeria lost to African number one doubles, Najwa Awane and Samira Benichi of Morocco 0-2 (2-6, 6-7) in the semifinal match on Friday.

In a chat  Kafayat Omisore said she feels fulfilled attending the Africa Para Games as Nigeria wins bronze at the maiden edition.

Omisore revealed that she sacrificed her investments and time in training hard for the Games and it would have been disastrous not making an appearance at the Games.

She said, “I am happy that wheelchair basketball won Nigeria’s first medal at the Africa Para Games in Ghana. Our intention was to win a gold medal for the country in the women’s double but we were stopped again by the Moroccans.

“It would have been disastrous if Nigeria failed to attend the Games because I have invested my time and resources in training. I believe if the para-athletes are given equal opportunity with the able sports, we will continue to make the country proud”.

The president of the paralympic committee Nigeria Mr Sunday odebode speaking after the presentation of the medals to the two athletes said Nigeria has launched itself in the power House of wheelchair tennis in the continent of Africa and said the success recorded would continue to be improved upon in all subsequent tournaments. 

According to him " we came to Ghana for the first Africa para games with the hope of picking the gold medal but played against the number seeded player from the continent who won the game with a narrow margin but we have learnt our lesson and would pick up "

Secretary of the Paralympic Committee of Nigeria (PCN), Suleiman Isah commended the Sports Minister, Senator John Enoh for his last-minute intervention in ensuring the wheelchair tennis players attended the maiden edition of the Africa Para Games in Ghana.

Isah said, “The players did make the country proud by picking a bronze medal in the women’s double event. Either Foluke Shittu or Kafayat Omisore would pick a bronze medal on Saturday as the match is all Nigeria affairs involving the two players from the country

“We believe that the exposure gotten from the tournament would sharpen the athletes for more competitive games as we continue the pathway to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games”.

Just in: Tribunal declares Labour Minister, Lalong, winner of Plateau South Senatorial Poll, edges out PDP’s Bali

 The National Assembly Election Petitions Tribunal has declared former Plateau State governor and Minister of Labour and Employment, Simon Lalong, winner of the Plateau South Senatorial election.

The Tribunal invalidated the victory of the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the election, Senator Napoleon Bali.

The verdict, which priduced some dramatic effects, was delivered by the Tribunal on Monday afternoon.

Senator Bali, according to feelers, had directed his lawyers to appeal the verdict.

If the appeal fails at the court upstairs, and Lalong wins, he will be left to decide whether to resign as minister and take up his seat as Senator or he would forgo the victory and stay put as minister.

Watchers of the tussle at the Tribunal keep their fingers crossed.

Oyo Weightlifter, Ayodele Ruth, Shines at World Championship in Saudi Arabia

 

Ayodele Ruth Imoleayo, a weightlifter from Oyo State, has brought pride to Nigeria with her outstanding performance at the 2023 International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) Championship in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The International Weight Lifting Federation announced today via their Twitter handle @iwfnet that Ayodele secured second place in the W64KG session. Her impressive records include a snatch of 100KG, a clean and jerk of 122KG, and a total of 222KG. Nathalia Llamosa Mosquera from Columbia took first place with a snatch of 101KG, a clean and jerk of 122KG, and a total of 223KG. Minkyung Park from Korea followed closely behind Ayodele with a snatch of 97KG, a clean and jerk of 123KG, and a total of 220KG.

Ayodele was honored by Brigadier General Shadad el-Omari, a member of the Saudi Olympic Board of Directors.

It is worth mentioning that Ayodele Ruth Imoleayo previously represented Oyo State at the National Sports Festival Delta 2022, where she won two gold medals and one silver medal.

EFCC Returns Property Recovered from Internet Fraudster to American Victim

 EFCC Returns Property Recovered from Internet Fraudster to American Victim

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Abuja Zonal Command, on Thursday, September 7, 2023, handed over property recovered from a convicted fraudster, Aisosa Kelvin Ohue, alias Frederick Leonard, to the American victim, Cheryldene Cook.

The property which include the sum of N19, 000,000,000 (Nineteen Million Naira), a three bedroom semi-detached duplex at Ward 36A Amagba Community in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State, a Lexus E350 saloon car, an iPhone 13 Pro Max and a Samsung A31 phone were presented to the victim in Abuja by the Zonal Commander, ACE I Adebayo Adeniyi and the Head, Advanced Fee Fraud Section 1, ACE II Jimoh Rauf. Cheryldene Cook who flew in from the United States of America to receive the items was accompanied to the Commission by her lawyer, Dr. Mike Nwosu. She expressed her appreciation to the Commission for the recovery.

Justice C.E Nwecheonwu of the Federal Capital Territory High, Kuje had in January ordered the forfeiture of the property after Orhue was convicted of a three count charge bordering on obtaining money by false pretense. The convicted cheated the victim in a love scam while pretending to be a famous actor, Frederick Leonard.

Count one of the charge read, “that you, Aiosa Kelvin Orhue (AKA Fredrick Leonard) sometimes in 2021, at Abuja within the jurisdiction of the Honourable Court, by false pretense and with intent to defraud obtained the sum of N104,000,000 (One Hundred and Four Million Naira) only from one Cheryldene Cook, that you are one Frederick Leonard who is in love with her and you made her to believe that you are going to marry her which you knew to be false and you  thereby  committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Sections 1 (1)(a) and 1 (3) of the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Fraud Related Offences Act, 2006 respectively”.

Education: Hon. Engr. Abiodun Babalola organize Omituntun Continuous Education for students

 Education: Hon. Engr. Abiodun Babalola organize Omituntun Continuous Education for students

Hon. Engr. Abiodun Babalola, Member of Oyo state house of Assembly, Ibadan North East Constituency 1, has organized daily continuous education for students preparing JAMB, SSCE and NECO. This was known through his publication on blue app handles.

This coaching was mainly for all students who ready to add more knowledge to his with experienced and qualified teacher.

The coaching will be holding at two centres.

Centre 1: Olubadan High school, Adekile Ibadan.

Centre 2: C.A.C High School, Ita Baale Ibadan.

This development is to comprehend the good works of His Excellency Engr Seyi Makinde FNSE, The Executive Governor of Oyo state, in his agenda for sustainable development for qualitative education in pace Setter state.

Hon. Engr. Abiodun Babalola is a man who cherished education because he believed "Education is light and light gives direction. Direction is the quickest route to the place of fulfilment.