‘Oyo Won’t Tolerate Further Tragedies, Governor Makinde Prioritizes Lives and Property’, Says Akin-Funmilayo
The Oyo State Commissioner for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Mr. Akin-Funmilayo Williams, has called on developers and homeowners to seek proper approvals before embarking on construction projects, stressing the government’s commitment to curbing building collapse in the state. Addressing journalists in Ibadan on Thursday, the Commissioner said the ministry is intensifying efforts to ensure […]
Oyo Govt to Enforce QR code Jacket Policy for Okada Riders
The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing the QR code-embedded jacket policy for commercial motorcycle (Okada) riders, following a surge in criminal activities involving unregistered operators. A statement issued on Saturday by the Chairman of the Oyo State Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA), Major Adekoya Adesagba (rtd.), stated that the government will intensify […]
Makinde Renames The Polytechnic Ibadan After Former Governor Omololu Olunloyo
— Egalitarian Voice Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has officially renamed The Polytechnic Ibadan to Omololu Olunloyo Polytechnic, Ibadan, in honour of the institution’s pioneer rector and former Governor of the old Oyo State, Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo. According to Egalitarian Voice, the announcement was made during a commendation service held at Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, […]
Oyo PTS Board, Under Dr. Dikko, Upholds Unity, Backs Makinde’s Policies, Condemns Vice Chairman Over Media Outbursts
…Board reaffirms support for Governor Makinde, demands formal apology from Vice Chairman Mogaji Oladosu, and warns against further attempts to undermine leadership through the media. The Board of the Oyo State Pacesetter Transport Service (PTS) has reaffirmed its unanimous support for its Chairman, Hon. Dr. Ibraheem Oladeji Salami Dikko, while pledging continued alignment with the […]
BASA Speaks on Oyo Government’s ₦63B Spending Approval, Offers Candid Advice and Suggestions to Governor Makinde
PRESS STATEMENT BY HON BOLANLE AMINAT SARUMI (BASA) ON THE RECENT OYO STATE GOVERNMENT SPENDING APPROVALS BASA — Oyo 2027 Yesterday, news broke that the Oyo State Executive Council has approved: ₦63.47 billion for renovating the Government House, ₦131.75 million to employ professional gardeners for green areas, and ₦14.3 billion for installing Instrument Landing Systems […]
Benue Govt Plans Colourful Welcome for Latecomer Tinubu After Massacre
Amid heightened tension and grief following recent attacks that claimed several lives in Benue communities, the state government has announced a public holiday and is making elaborate preparations to host President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during his scheduled visit. The planned colourful reception has sparked public outrage, with many residents questioning the timing and sensitivity of […]
Nigeria’s Worst Days? Obi Blames Tinubu for Economic Collapse, Mass Poverty
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, has strongly criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, accusing it of unprecedented levels of borrowing and widespread policy failures over the past two years. In a statement titled “Democracy in Decline: Reflecting on Two Years of Tinubu’s Governance” released on Thursday, Obi offered […]
People’s Mandate Prevails: Appeal Court Dismisses APC’s Attempt to Revive Nullified 2022 Osun LG Polls, Upholds PDP-Elected Leadership
—By Egalitarian Voice In a resounding victory for democratic accountability and grassroots representation, the Court of Appeal in Akure has dismissed the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s attempt to resuscitate the discredited 2022 Osun local government elections. The court reaffirmed that the polls, earlier declared illegal, remain void, and it upheld the legitimacy of the duly elected […]
Full Text: Tinubu’s address at joint National Assembly session on Democracy Day
ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR AT THE JOINT SESSION OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY IN COMMEMORATION OF DEMOCRACY DAY, 2025 THURSDAY, 12TH JUNE 2025 Protocol: With profound honour, I stand before this joint session of our National Assembly; a parliament that embodies the will of the Nigerian people. 1. Today, as I entered this […]
FG cancels June 12 Democracy Day parade, Gives Reason
……opts for low-key celebrations Egalitarianvoice.com reports that the Federal Government has announced the cancellation of the scheduled military parade to commemorate the 26th Democracy Day, on Thursday, June 12, 2025. This marks a significant shift in how the national holiday is observed, as the usual fanfare at Eagle Square will be replaced with official addresses […]