This is a list of administrators and governors of Oyo State, Nigeria. Omituntun 2.0 . Israeli police clashed Wednesday with protesters rallying against the government's judicial reform programme which critics say threatens democracy, as lawmakers held a preliminary vote on the latest controversial bill. I would be in here forever and, @ 2020 Oyo State Government, All Rights reserved | Powered by MIC Governor's office, We Will Remain Bullish In Our Approach To Developing Oyo Makinde, Oyo Shuts Six Ibadan Gaming Centers for Underage Betting. Appointed when Rasheed Ladoja was impeached, until the impeachment was overturned. [5][6], Makinde is a member of national and international professional bodies notably: Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Council for Regulations of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), Oil and Gas Design Engineers of Nigeria (OGDEN), International Society of Automation (ISA), Institute of Measurement and Control UK; and American Measurement Institute (AMI). July 5, 2021. Late Chief Akinyele was a Consummate Civil/Public Servant Oyo Govt. The Chairman, Senate Committee on Local Content, therefore, said his mission was to make Oyo safe for life, property and businesses, overhaul the security architecture, effectively coordinate all security agencies, re-invigorate the Security Trust Fund for improved resource intervention, provide adequate security for local and foreign businesses without fear of investment losses and to set up Oyo State Neighbourhood Watch that comprises Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN), Oodua Peoples Congress (OPC) and Community Development Associations (CDAs) as local security architecture. There arevariousgovernment farm settlements in places like Ipapo, Ilora, Eruwa, Ogbomosho, Iresaadu, Ijaiye, Akufo and Lalupon, as well as various vast cattle ranches at places like Saki, Fasola and Ibadan. He is the third child of the family. National Association of Oke-Ogun Students (Ibadan)-Merit Award. The Oyo, Oyo State Government through the Secretary to the State Government Mrs Olubamiwo Adeosun has described Late Chief Theophilus Adekeke Akinyele OON. [2][14], In 2007, Seyi Makinde contested for the Oyo South Senatorial seat under the platform of the All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP) but lost to the People's Democratic Party candidate- Kamoru Adedibu. - 4.00 pm. Nicknamed the Pace Setter State and created on the 3rd of February 1976, the State is usually referred to as Oyo State to distinguish it from the city of Oyo. Armed Forces and Staff College,, Jaji, Kaduna State. The enthusiasm of many voters who came out early on Saturday to vote is being dampened as the officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) have not gotten to some polling units in Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo State. "The UK-Nigeria relationship remains strong. Your support matters! Oyo State was formed in 1976 when Western State was divided into Ogun, Ondo, and Oyo states. The State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Barrister Olasunkanmi Olaleye, who made this known, . Sen. Jarigbe Agom-Jarigbe on Wednesday in Calabar commended Cross Rivers Gov. [13] In 2000, he had training in automation. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Reading Time: 1 min read. "Congratulations to Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his victory in Nigeria," Sunak tweeted Wednesday. [11][15][16][17], In 2014, Makinde aimed for the Oyo State 2015 governorship ticket under the platform of the People's Democratic Party (PDP). Earlier, Participants Strategic Team Lead, Maj-Gen. Kabir Muktar, applauded the state government for supporting them throughout their course stay. He became the first executive governor of Oyo State to win reelection in the history of the state. To coordinate activities of Oyo State Government and oversee business of other arms of Government through: Collaboration with other arms of government for effective service delivery to the people of the State. There are various exciting places to visit and explore in the State, including: Oyo State is a hub of educational institutions. - 4.00 pm. Appointed when Rasheed Ladoja was impeached, until the impeachment was overturned. [18][19][20] Makinde however, remained true to his ambition and defected to the Social Democratic Party (SDP), under which platform he contested for the Oyo State 2015 SDP gubernatorial candidate, but came out 3rd having garnished over 50,000. Christopher Alao-Akala: Governor (29 May 2007 to May 2011), Abiola Ajimobi: From May 29, 211 till May 29, 2019. Guidom Saballys high school education was cut. Sponsorship of the construction of a website for the Federation of Ibadan Students Union and the construction of programmable logic control (PLC) laboratory for his Alma Mata, the University of Lagos, Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering in 2011. Besides, he, Alaafin of Oyo passes away at 83, after over 50 years on the throne, Britain's Prince Harry loses home on royal estate, PDP senator-elect lauds C/Rivers Gov. Oyo State is under a PDP administration led by Governor Seyi Makinde, who is a member of the G5 governors of the PDP. Oyo State was formed on 1976-02-03 when Western State splits into Ogun, Ondo, and Oyo states. These are headed by Commissioners, Special Advisers, General Managers, Director-Generals, Executive Secretaries or Director as the designation may apply. Office of the Governor Official Website Who We Are Governors Office is the seat of Executive power where the Executive Governor, Deputy Governor, Secretary to the State Governor, Chief of Staff and other Principal Officers both Political and Civil Servants offices are located. Seyi worked for Shell Petroleum Development Company for two years from 1990 to 1992 as a pupil engineer. Aderemi Ayodele, has eulogized the accountants in the Local Government Service for their display of competence, The Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engineer Seyi Makinde has commissioned 2 blocks of 6 classrooms and teachers quarters at All Saints Primary School, Araromi-Aperin, Akanran, Ibadan. Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, has won three states so far Nasarawa, Enugu and Lagos. WebThe executive branch of Oyo State government is headed by an elected executive governor who presides over the State Executive Council made up of appointed cabinet members. Omituntun 2.0 . Bayo Lawal: The currentGovernorof Oyo State is Abiola Ajimobi of the All Progressives Congress, alongside hisDeputy Moses Alake Adeyemo. 1,500 students drawn from across the tertiary institutions in the country have also benefited from Seyi Makindes scholarship awards. [26] Makinde takes over from Late Senator Abiola Ajimobi after the latter's eight years in office.[27]. Sponsorship of a medical team from the United States of America to Nigeria to carry out free medical procedures. List of governors of Oyo State. This is one of the 36 States in Nigeria and is located in the southwestern part of the country. [13], Makinde did his national service (NYSC) with Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) of Nigeria, where he was later engaged as a pupil engineer. Oyo State Executive powers reside in the Executive Council whose members Renovation of Ibadan House, Ibadan in Ibadan North LGA in 2014. Of the applications, more than 1.1 million were filed by homeowners and more than 480,000 The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi; Olugbon of Orile Igbon in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Oba Olushola Alao and Owa Ajero of Ijero Kingdom, Oba Joseph Adebayo have called on Yoruba citizens, including those from the Diaspora that have come to participate in Saturdays presidential ballot, to conduct themselves peacefully for a smooth and successful election. Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (Ibadan) awarded Seyi Astute Politician of the Year 2018 for his resilience with which he had continued to assist the less privileged in the society. Nigerian Association of Social Workers Merit Awards (Oyo State Chapter)-Philanthropic gestures and contribution to Social Care Delivery Services. The leadership of Federation of Ibarapa Students Association (FIBSA) National Council want to at first commend your assiduous efforts since your emergence as the God-sent governor of Oyo state, in In 2002, he studied Fundamentals of Crude Sampling at Jiskoot Auto Control Training Centre, Kent, England. Provision of relief materials to fire disaster victims in Ibadan in 2013. All rights reserved. Governorship candidate of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Sen. Teslim Folarin, has assured citizens of Oyo that his administration will tackle the In December 2014, upon the conclusion of the party's primary election, he was denied the governorship nomination ticket. 01 March 2023 | WebHe was elected Governor of Oyo State on March 10, 2019. WebFrom the Governor Irrespective of our political affiliations, we all want good governance, so that we can have a decent standard of living; provide for ourselves and for those we love, give our children a good education and access to quality healthcare. WebOyo Fixes N2.6m as Initial Deposit for 2023 Hajj Exercise Makinde Inaugurates Committee to Review Civil, Public Service Rules and Regulations in Oyo Makinde Receives New GOC 2 Div, Urges Army to Remain Professional During General Election Oyo Govt. Governor [email protected] 09017077777: 2: Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat: Deputy Governor [email protected] 08032215026: 3: Mrs Sherifat Folashade Jaji: Oyo State Government Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. Adeniran Emerges Chairman of South-West SUBEB Chairmen, SDG Presents Instructional Materials To Oyo Public Primary Schools, Oyo Revives Arts And Craft Exhibition For Students with Special Needs, Oyo To Begin Payment of Gratuity of Post-2019 Retirees, Accountants In The LG Service Are Excellent And Exemplary, Gov. On April 7, 2022, Makinde declared his intention of run for another four years as clamored by the good people of Oyo State due to his ground breaking achievements since resuming office in 2019. Scholarships to outstanding students from numerous secondary schools across Oyo State, particularly Bishop Philip Academy, Ibadan. WebOffice of the Governor Building, Oyo State Government Secretariat. The summary of it all is that Oyo is in a state of security breakdown, therefore requiring urgent rescue.. The construction of the Olatunbosun Makinde Media and Agro-Allied Hall in the Ajia Village, Ona-Ara LGA. What we do 01 Vision Alaafin of Oyo passes away at 83, after over 50 years on the throne, Britain's Prince Harry loses home on royal estate, PDP senator-elect lauds C/Rivers Gov. A large number of the residents are farmers and they cultivate crops such as maize, yam, cassava, millet, rice, plantains, cocoa, palm produce, cashew and so on, as a result of the favourable climate of the State. Monsurat Sunmonu. Adeniran Emerges Chairman of South-West SUBEB Chairmen, SDG Presents Instructional Materials To Oyo Public Primary Schools, Oyo Revives Arts And Craft Exhibition For Students with Special Needs, Oyo To Begin Payment of Gratuity of Post-2019 Retirees, Accountants In The LG Service Are Excellent And Exemplary, Gov. Led by Air Vice Marshal. His words: The reality of incessant armed robbery, inter-street clashes, brigandage of Oyo park managers, banditry, burglary, cult rivalry and other social vices, have become daily occurrences. Impeached in January 2006, reinstated in December 2006. On February 23, 2019, the Makinde led Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secured majority votes (515, 621) to record an emphatic victory over the ruling party, The All Progressives Congress (APC), during the General elections. [1][2][3] He is an engineer and a subject matter expert on fluid and gas metering. He is now the Group Managing Director of Makon Group of Companies. Provision of electricity transformers to various communities in Oyo State, at Soka an area in Oluyole LGA, Olode village and Akobo Ojurin Lagelu LGA, Elere-Eleshinmeta, Apata, Ibadan South-West LGA, Idi-orogbo, Igangan Town Hall, Ibarapa North from 2014 to 2017. Born on 25 December 1967 in Ibadan, Oyo State, to Late Pa Olatubosun Makinde and Madam Abigail Makinde of ", "Seyi Makinde takes oath of office as Oyo Governor", "Glo, CCII paint Ibadan green As CCII honours Makinde, Olujinmi, others", "FRCN Xmas Grand Finale: Seyi Makinde Felicitates with Kids", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Seyi_Makinde&oldid=1127741955, Short description is different from Wikidata, Pages using infobox officeholder with unknown parameters, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, Group Managing Director of Makon Group Limited. On September 29, 2018, Makinde emerged as the gubernatorial candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2019 general elections for Oyo State, after polling 2772 votes at the primary election that took place at liberty stadium, Oke-Ado in Ibadan. Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ibrahim Abdullahi, in a statement on Sunday, said the governor's performance is outstanding and deserved commendation. Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has named Segun Ogunwuyi as his chief of staff. Tinubu had previously won Ekiti, Ogun, Kwara, Ondo and Oyo states but lost his base in Lagos to Obi. This page was last edited on 16 December 2022, at 11:30. To coordinate activities of Oyo State Government and oversee business of other arms of Government through: Collaboration with other arms of [20], In September 2017, the Caretaker National Chairman of PDP, Senator Ahmed Makarfi visited him in Ibadan and following extensive, deep and wide consultations with National Leaders, Oyo State leaders and elders of the Social Democratic Party, and cross sections of strategic partners within Oyo State, Engineer Seyi Makinde returned to his former political party, People's Democratic Party (PDP). To provide our readers with accurate, reliable, unbiased and actionable information. Makinde is a member of national and international professional bodies notably: Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Council for Regulations of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), Oil and Gas Design Engineers of Nigeria (OGDEN), International Society of Automation (ISA), Institute of Measurement and Control UK; and American Measurement Institute (AMI). 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