YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Makinde’s Initiative Empowers 150 Oyo Youths in Filmmaking Through KAP Academy Partnership
By Moyosoreoluwa Olamilekan Eldreez In a bold step toward building Oyo State’s creative economy and empowering young people, Governor Seyi Makinde has facilitated the training of 150 youths across the state in filmmaking and digital storytelling. This laudable initiative, executed in partnership with Kunle Afolayan’s KAP Film & Television Academy, demonstrates the administration’s firm commitment […]
2027: Seyi Makinde, the Hope for Nigeria’s Redemption — Arapaja, the Torchbearer of Oyo’s Progress
By: ALAYAKI ONA-ARA Nigeria has come to a defining moment in its history, a moment when the cry for genuine leadership echoes from every corner of the nation. The current hardship, economic downturn, and disillusionment that have become the order of the day under the APC-led administration have left many citizens yearning for a leader […]
BASA – A Woman of the People, A Voice for the Grassroots (Series III)
Across the world, women have proven that when given the opportunity, they bring compassion, resilience, and innovation into leadership. Yet, in Nigeria, women remain underrepresented in politics and governance. For Hon. Bolanle Aminat Sarumi (BASA), this gap is not just a statistic — it is a challenge she has dedicated her life to addressing. BASA […]
“Nothing Is Shaking, Grace Will Speak for Us,” OTOPE Tells PDP Family Ahead of 2027
Hon. Dr. Temitope Oladimeji, popularly known as OTOPE, has assured members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) across Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency that the people remain solidly behind Governor Seyi Makinde and his purposeful administration, declaring that “nothing is shaking.” In a heartfelt message to party faithful and the general public, OTOPE described Governor Makinde as […]
Wale Ajala and the Future of Representation in Ona-Ara Constituency (Series IV)
True leadership is not measured by how much power one holds but by how many people one carries along in the journey of progress. For Ona-Ara Constituency, this principle is critical—because no single group can drive development alone. Youths, women, elders, artisans, and traditional institutions must all be active participants in governance if real progress […]
Debo Akande: The Journey So Far — Ibadan With Her First, First Record-Breaking
Debo Akande: The Journey So Far — Ibadan With Her First, First Record-Breaking By Moyosoreoluwa Olamilekan Eldreez When you trace the story of Ibadan sons and daughters who have risen to global heights, one name echoes with quiet dignity, resilience and resounding impact: The Executive Adviser on International Development Cooperation and Director-General of the Oyo […]
Hon. Olaleye Olusegun Thomas: A Grassroots Voice for Afijio’s Future (Series II)
…. continuation from series I If leadership must matter to the people, it must be measured by the solutions it brings to their everyday challenges. For Afijio Constituency, the priorities are clear: youth empowerment, quality education, improved infrastructure, and inclusive grassroots development. Hon. Olaleye Olusegun Thomas has positioned himself as a candidate who not only understands […]
Wale Ajala and the Future of Representation in Ona-Ara Constituency (Series III)
In today’s politics, many leaders rise to power only to grow distant from the very people who entrusted them with their mandate. This disconnect has fueled disillusionment among citizens who feel abandoned once elections are over. But in Ona-Ara, Hon. Wale Ajala—IGBEGA ỌNA-ARA—offers a refreshing difference. He is not a leader who watches from afar; […]
BASA – A Woman of the People, A Voice for the Grassroots (Series II)
… continuation from series I For many leaders, politics is the starting point of their public journey. But for Hon. Bolanle Aminat Sarumi (BASA), politics was never the beginning — it was a continuation of a lifelong calling to serve. Before she ever contested an election or joined a political movement, BASA had already written […]
BASA – A Woman of the People, A Voice for the Grassroots (Series I)
In Nigeria today, the question of leadership is no longer about who holds political titles, but about who truly understands the pains, hopes, and aspirations of the people. Among the emerging voices of change is Hon. Bolanle Aminat Sarumi (BASA) — a woman whose journey blends philanthropy, grassroots activism, and political courage. She is not just […]