Seyi Makinde – InfoStride News https://www.theinfostride.com Breaking News, Nigeria News and Top Stories Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:16:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.theinfostride.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/cropped-The-InfoStride-Favicon-150x150.png Seyi Makinde – InfoStride News https://www.theinfostride.com 32 32 Oyo APC Accuses Makinde of Abandoning Governance for Politics https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-apc-accuses-makinde-of-abandoning-governance-for-politics/ https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-apc-accuses-makinde-of-abandoning-governance-for-politics/#respond Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:00:41 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=480342 The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has accused Governor Seyi Makinde of abandoning governance to focus on political activities ahead of the 2027 elections. The allegation was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Wasiu Olawale Sadare. According to the APC, the governor has relegated his official responsibilities, [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-apc-accuses-makinde-of-abandoning-governance-for-politics/feed/ 0 Makinde Alleges Wike Plot to Undermine PDP for Tinubu’s 2027 Ambition https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-alleges-wike-plot-to-undermine-pdp-for-tinubus-2027-ambition/ https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-alleges-wike-plot-to-undermine-pdp-for-tinubus-2027-ambition/#respond Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:00:16 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=480017 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has attributed the ongoing crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to an alleged plot by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to weaken the party in favour of President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. Makinde made the allegation on Sunday during a [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-alleges-wike-plot-to-undermine-pdp-for-tinubus-2027-ambition/feed/ 0 Makinde Swears In 17 New Permanent Secretaries in Oyo https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-swears-in-17-new-permanent-secretaries-in-oyo/ https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-swears-in-17-new-permanent-secretaries-in-oyo/#respond Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:00:52 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=479209 The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has announced the swearing-in of 17 newly appointed permanent secretaries in the state civil service. The governor disclosed this via his official X handle on Tuesday, stating that the newly appointed officials had been formally sworn in and charged with upholding high standards of public service. Makinde described [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-swears-in-17-new-permanent-secretaries-in-oyo/feed/ 0 2027: My Successor Will Emerge Based on Competence, Loyalty to Oyo — Makinde https://www.theinfostride.com/2027-my-successor-will-emerge-based-on-competence-loyalty-to-oyo-makinde/ https://www.theinfostride.com/2027-my-successor-will-emerge-based-on-competence-loyalty-to-oyo-makinde/#respond Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:00:36 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=478404 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has revealed that his successor ahead of the 2027 governorship election will be determined by competence and loyalty to the state. Makinde made the disclosure during the 12th edition of the ‘Omituntun’ Annual Ramadan Public Lecture held at the Ibadan North Local Government Motor Park, Agodi Gate, Ibadan. Speaking [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/2027-my-successor-will-emerge-based-on-competence-loyalty-to-oyo-makinde/feed/ 0 No More Vagabonds in PDP — Makinde https://www.theinfostride.com/no-more-vagabonds-in-pdp-makinde/ https://www.theinfostride.com/no-more-vagabonds-in-pdp-makinde/#respond Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:00:50 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=476843 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has declared that there are no longer “vagabonds” in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), saying those responsible for past internal crises have been expelled from the party. Makinde made the assertion on Tuesday during the inauguration of the Oyo State PDP Secretariat in Ibadan. According to the governor, individuals [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/no-more-vagabonds-in-pdp-makinde/feed/ 0 Makinde Says Tinubu Can Call Wike to Order https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-says-tinubu-can-call-wike-to-order/ https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-says-tinubu-can-call-wike-to-order/#respond Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:00:40 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=474051 Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has said President Bola Tinubu possesses the authority to call the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, to order in the interest of democracy. Makinde made the assertion on Tuesday during a media chat with selected journalists in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. According to the governor, [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-says-tinubu-can-call-wike-to-order/feed/ 0 Makinde breaks silence on rift with Wike, says FCT minister pushing Nigeria toward one-party state https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-breaks-silence-on-rift-with-wike-says-fct-minister-pushing-nigeria-toward-one-party-state/ https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-breaks-silence-on-rift-with-wike-says-fct-minister-pushing-nigeria-toward-one-party-state/#respond Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:00:49 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=471994 Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has opened up on his ongoing feud with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, accusing the former Rivers State governor of pushing Nigeria toward a one-party system. Makinde spoke while addressing journalists on Tuesday amid the violent confrontation between rival Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, factions at the [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-breaks-silence-on-rift-with-wike-says-fct-minister-pushing-nigeria-toward-one-party-state/feed/ 0 PDP Dissolves Party Structures in Imo, Abia, Enugu, Akwa Ibom and Rivers https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-dissolves-party-structures-in-imo-abia-enugu-akwa-ibom-and-rivers/ https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-dissolves-party-structures-in-imo-abia-enugu-akwa-ibom-and-rivers/#respond Sun, 16 Nov 2025 13:00:20 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=471807 The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has dissolved its structures in Imo, Abia, Enugu, Akwa Ibom and Rivers States. InfoStride News reports that Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, moved the motion for the dissolution during the party’s national convention in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, as part of efforts to validate executives elected through congresses conducted [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-dissolves-party-structures-in-imo-abia-enugu-akwa-ibom-and-rivers/feed/ 0 Makinde Declares PDP Convention Will Mark Party’s National Turnaround https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-declares-pdp-convention-will-mark-partys-national-turnaround/ https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-declares-pdp-convention-will-mark-partys-national-turnaround/#respond Sun, 16 Nov 2025 12:00:15 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=471805 Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has expressed confidence that the ongoing national convention of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, will mark a major turning point for the party ahead of future political contests. Makinde made the declaration on Saturday while delivering his welcome address at the convention, held at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-declares-pdp-convention-will-mark-partys-national-turnaround/feed/ 0 Oyo North PDP Reaffirms Loyalty to Makinde, Dismisses Agboola’s Defection https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-north-pdp-reaffirms-loyalty-to-makinde-dismisses-agboolas-defection/ https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-north-pdp-reaffirms-loyalty-to-makinde-dismisses-agboolas-defection/#respond Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:00:47 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=469806 The executive members of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Oyo North Senatorial District have reaffirmed their loyalty to Governor Seyi Makinde, insisting that the party remains united and strong despite recent defections. This was contained in a communiqué issued after a strategic meeting held in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, and made available to [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-north-pdp-reaffirms-loyalty-to-makinde-dismisses-agboolas-defection/feed/ 0 I Thank God No Life Was Lost At Yinka Ayefele’s Radio Station – Seyi Makinde https://www.theinfostride.com/i-thank-god-no-life-was-lost-at-yinka-ayefeles-radio-station-seyi-makinde/ https://www.theinfostride.com/i-thank-god-no-life-was-lost-at-yinka-ayefeles-radio-station-seyi-makinde/#respond Sun, 17 Aug 2025 10:00:25 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=465228 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has sympathised with gospel singer and broadcaster Yinka Ayefele after a fire gutted Fresh FM in Ibadan on Friday night. He recently described the incident as unfortunate, thanking God that no life was lost. Reacting via a press statement by his chief press secretary, Suleimon Olanrewaju, Makinde revealed that [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/i-thank-god-no-life-was-lost-at-yinka-ayefeles-radio-station-seyi-makinde/feed/ 0 I Appreciate Seyi Makinde For Reconstructing The Road To My Film Village – Kunle Afolayan https://www.theinfostride.com/i-appreciate-seyi-makinde-for-reconstructing-the-road-to-my-film-village-kunle-afolayan/ https://www.theinfostride.com/i-appreciate-seyi-makinde-for-reconstructing-the-road-to-my-film-village-kunle-afolayan/#respond Fri, 08 Aug 2025 18:35:31 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=464406 Nollywood producer Kunle Afolayan has hailed the governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, for keeping to his promise of reconstructing the road to his film village. He recently revealed that the road reconstruction will open doors of opportunities for several Nigerians around the area. Reacting via his social media page, Kunle shared that opening his [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/i-appreciate-seyi-makinde-for-reconstructing-the-road-to-my-film-village-kunle-afolayan/feed/ 0 Oyo APC Warns Members Against Supporting Governor Makinde, Vows Sanctions https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-apc-warns-members-against-supporting-governor-makinde-vows-sanctions/ https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-apc-warns-members-against-supporting-governor-makinde-vows-sanctions/#respond Wed, 18 Jun 2025 10:00:27 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=460038 The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has issued a stern warning to some of its members accused of openly supporting Governor Seyi Makinde of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), declaring that such conduct will no longer be tolerated. This was contained in a statement released on Wednesday by the party’s Publicity [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-apc-warns-members-against-supporting-governor-makinde-vows-sanctions/feed/ 0 PDP BoT Holds Emergency Meeting in Abuja Over Wike, Secretariat Closure https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-bot-holds-emergency-meeting-in-abuja-over-wike-secretariat-closure/ https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-bot-holds-emergency-meeting-in-abuja-over-wike-secretariat-closure/#respond Mon, 26 May 2025 09:00:26 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=425491 The Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is currently holding a crucial closed-door meeting at the Bauchi Governor’s Lodge in Abuja to address mounting internal tensions within the party. Sources say the emergency meeting is centered on recent controversies surrounding the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, who [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-bot-holds-emergency-meeting-in-abuja-over-wike-secretariat-closure/feed/ 0 PDP Crisis Deepens as Wike Withdraws from Reconciliation Agreements, Blames Makinde https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-crisis-deepens-as-wike-withdraws-from-reconciliation-agreements-blames-makinde/ https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-crisis-deepens-as-wike-withdraws-from-reconciliation-agreements-blames-makinde/#respond Sun, 25 May 2025 10:00:43 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=423571 The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has formally withdrawn from all previous agreements aimed at resolving the internal crisis plaguing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), vowing to continue the struggle until justice is achieved. Wike made his position known in a personally signed statement released on Sunday, titled “PDP Crisis: My [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-crisis-deepens-as-wike-withdraws-from-reconciliation-agreements-blames-makinde/feed/ 0 South-West PDP Elects New Zonal Executives, Ajisafe Re-Elected as National Vice Chairman https://www.theinfostride.com/south-west-pdp-elects-new-zonal-executives-ajisafe-re-elected-as-national-vice-chairman/ https://www.theinfostride.com/south-west-pdp-elects-new-zonal-executives-ajisafe-re-elected-as-national-vice-chairman/#respond Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:00:51 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=408422 Leaders and members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the South-West geopolitical zone have elected new zonal executives to steer the affairs of the party for the next four years. The zonal congress, which had delegates from Oyo, Osun, Ekiti, Ogun, Ondo, and Lagos States, was held on Wednesday in Ibadan, the Oyo State [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/south-west-pdp-elects-new-zonal-executives-ajisafe-re-elected-as-national-vice-chairman/feed/ 0 Makinde Declares Readiness for Presidency, Says 2027 Will Be Nigerians vs APC https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-declares-readiness-for-presidency-says-2027-will-be-nigerians-vs-apc/ https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-declares-readiness-for-presidency-says-2027-will-be-nigerians-vs-apc/#respond Tue, 15 Apr 2025 12:00:55 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=408363 Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has declared that he possesses the capacity to become Nigeria’s president, stating that he has what it takes to occupy the highest office in the country. Makinde, a second-term governor elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), made the statement during an interview on Politics Today, a [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-declares-readiness-for-presidency-says-2027-will-be-nigerians-vs-apc/feed/ 0 PDP Governors to Challenge Suspension of Rivers Governor in Court https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-governors-to-challenge-suspension-of-rivers-governor-in-court/ https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-governors-to-challenge-suspension-of-rivers-governor-in-court/#respond Sat, 22 Mar 2025 09:00:22 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=406112 The 12 governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have resolved to challenge the suspension of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, in court. Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, disclosed this decision on Friday after an emergency meeting of the PDP Governors’ Forum. According to him, the governors unanimously agreed to resist [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-governors-to-challenge-suspension-of-rivers-governor-in-court/feed/ 0 2027: Oyo People Will Decide My Successor – Gov. Makinde https://www.theinfostride.com/2027-oyo-people-will-decide-my-successor-gov-makinde/ https://www.theinfostride.com/2027-oyo-people-will-decide-my-successor-gov-makinde/#respond Sat, 08 Mar 2025 10:00:05 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=404847 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has declared that the people of the state will determine who succeeds him in 2027. Makinde made this known in a statement issued on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Media, Dr. Sulaimon Olanrewaju. The governor emphasized that residents of the state would decide their future by choosing his [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/2027-oyo-people-will-decide-my-successor-gov-makinde/feed/ 0 Makinde Warns APC Against Undermining Democracy in Osun https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-warns-apc-against-undermining-democracy-in-osun/ https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-warns-apc-against-undermining-democracy-in-osun/#respond Sun, 23 Feb 2025 10:00:37 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=403842 Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has cautioned the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) against actions that could threaten Nigeria’s democratic process, particularly in Osun State’s local government administration. Makinde issued the warning on Sunday while speaking in Osogbo at the swearing-in ceremony of the 30 newly elected local government chairmen. The election, held on Saturday [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-warns-apc-against-undermining-democracy-in-osun/feed/ 0 Prince Abimbola Owoade: The New Alaafin of Oyo and His Vision for a Prosperous Kingdom https://www.theinfostride.com/prince-abimbola-owoade-the-new-alaafin-of-oyo-and-his-vision-for-a-prosperous-kingdom/ https://www.theinfostride.com/prince-abimbola-owoade-the-new-alaafin-of-oyo-and-his-vision-for-a-prosperous-kingdom/#respond Fri, 10 Jan 2025 13:21:50 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=400211 The long-awaited announcement has finally arrived – Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade is the new Alaafin of Oyo. Following a series of consultations, divinations, and recommendations by the Oyomesi, the revered kingmakers of Oyo, the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has officially approved the appointment. This marks the end of a period of uncertainty and [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/prince-abimbola-owoade-the-new-alaafin-of-oyo-and-his-vision-for-a-prosperous-kingdom/feed/ 0 Governor Makinde Approves Prince Abimbola Owoade as New Alaafin of Oyo https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-approves-prince-abimbola-owoade-as-new-alaafin-of-oyo/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-approves-prince-abimbola-owoade-as-new-alaafin-of-oyo/#respond Fri, 10 Jan 2025 11:43:45 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=400203 Governor Seyi Makinde has officially approved Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade as the new Alaafin of Oyo, following extensive consultations and divination by the Oyomesi. A statement issued by Prince Dotun Oyelade, the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, confirmed that the recommendation from the Oyomesi has been accepted and sanctioned by the governor. The Honourable Commissioner [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-approves-prince-abimbola-owoade-as-new-alaafin-of-oyo/feed/ 0 APC Slams Oyo State Government for Converting Library Structures into Shops https://www.theinfostride.com/apc-slams-oyo-state-government-for-converting-library-structures-into-shops/ https://www.theinfostride.com/apc-slams-oyo-state-government-for-converting-library-structures-into-shops/#respond Mon, 25 Nov 2024 09:00:02 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=395638 The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned the recent conversion of some structures housing the Oyo State Library Board in Ibadan into commercial spaces, calling the move unacceptable. In a statement issued to Newsmen on Sunday, APC Publicity Secretary Wasiu Olawale Sadare criticized the action, which involved transforming buildings that [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/apc-slams-oyo-state-government-for-converting-library-structures-into-shops/feed/ 0 Ondo Guber Election: Makinde Urges Voters to Drive Change Through the Polls https://www.theinfostride.com/ondo-guber-election-makinde-urges-voters-to-drive-change-through-the-polls/ https://www.theinfostride.com/ondo-guber-election-makinde-urges-voters-to-drive-change-through-the-polls/#respond Sat, 16 Nov 2024 11:00:15 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=394484 Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has described the upcoming Ondo State governorship election as a significant opportunity for Nigerians to demonstrate that their frustrations and dissatisfaction can lead to meaningful change. Makinde called on the people of Ondo State to turn out en masse and cast their votes for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), emphasizing [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/ondo-guber-election-makinde-urges-voters-to-drive-change-through-the-polls/feed/ 0 Governor Makinde Vows to Rebuild PDP, Set Vision for Nigeria’s Future https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-vows-to-rebuild-pdp-set-vision-for-nigerias-future/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-vows-to-rebuild-pdp-set-vision-for-nigerias-future/#respond Sat, 09 Nov 2024 12:00:53 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=393435 Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has pledged that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will take decisive steps to strengthen both the party and Nigeria. He made this assertion on Thursday in Abuja at the inauguration of the Board of Governors and the unveiling of the Roadmap for the Peoples Democratic Institute (PDI). The PDI, established [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-vows-to-rebuild-pdp-set-vision-for-nigerias-future/feed/ 0 Makinde Overwhelmingly Qualified for Presidency, Says PDP’s Usman Okai https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-overwhelmingly-qualified-for-presidency-says-pdps-usman-okai/ https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-overwhelmingly-qualified-for-presidency-says-pdps-usman-okai/#respond Thu, 31 Oct 2024 12:00:26 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=392843 Comrade Usman Okai Austin, former candidate for the Dekina/Bassa Federal House of Representatives and National Coordinator of the National Youths Frontier, has expressed support for Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s potential bid for the Nigerian presidency, calling him “overwhelmingly qualified.” Okai highlighted Makinde’s two terms as governor, his achievements, and his extensive political experience as [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/makinde-overwhelmingly-qualified-for-presidency-says-pdps-usman-okai/feed/ 0 Governor Makinde Denies N570 billion State Funds Release Claim by Federal Govt https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-denies-n570-billion-state-funds-release-claim-by-federal-govt/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-denies-n570-billion-state-funds-release-claim-by-federal-govt/#respond Thu, 08 Aug 2024 20:30:46 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=386721 Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has refuted President Bola Tinubu’s assertion that the Federal Government allocated N570 billion directly to the 36 states of Nigeria. In a statement published on the Oyo State official website on Thursday, Governor Makinde clarified that the reported funds were not a direct federal allocation but rather part of a [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-denies-n570-billion-state-funds-release-claim-by-federal-govt/feed/ 0 APC Warns Oyo LG Chairmen Against Defying Supreme Court Ruling https://www.theinfostride.com/apc-warns-oyo-lg-chairmen-against-defying-supreme-court-ruling/ https://www.theinfostride.com/apc-warns-oyo-lg-chairmen-against-defying-supreme-court-ruling/#respond Mon, 05 Aug 2024 12:00:45 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=386480 The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has issued a stern warning to local government chairmen, advising them to resist any pressure from Governor Seyi Makinde that could lead to legal consequences. This warning was conveyed through a statement made available to media outlets on Monday. The Supreme Court had recently granted autonomy to [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/apc-warns-oyo-lg-chairmen-against-defying-supreme-court-ruling/feed/ 0 LG Autonomy: Oyo Council Chairmen break from ALGON, back Governor Makinde https://www.theinfostride.com/lg-autonomy-oyo-council-chairmen-break-from-algon-back-governor-makinde/ https://www.theinfostride.com/lg-autonomy-oyo-council-chairmen-break-from-algon-back-governor-makinde/#respond Sun, 04 Aug 2024 17:22:26 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=386392 In a significant and controversial shift, the 33 local government chairmen in Oyo State have announced their decision to sever ties with the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON). Instead, they have opted to form a new association that supports Governor Seyi Makinde’s position against local government autonomy. This development has stirred a vigorous [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/lg-autonomy-oyo-council-chairmen-break-from-algon-back-governor-makinde/feed/ 0 Governor Seyi Makinde Constitutes Committee for Coronation of New Olubadan https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-seyi-makinde-constitutes-committee-for-coronation-of-new-olubadan/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-seyi-makinde-constitutes-committee-for-coronation-of-new-olubadan/#respond Mon, 01 Jul 2024 19:30:45 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=382235 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has announced the formation of a committee to oversee the coronation of the new Olubadan of Ibadanland, Owolabi Akinloye Olakulehin. This announcement was made on Monday. Olakulehin was nominated and appointed as the 43rd Olubadan by the kingmakers in April this year. Governor Makinde recently approved his appointment. The [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-seyi-makinde-constitutes-committee-for-coronation-of-new-olubadan/feed/ 0 Oyo State government to recruit 7,000 primary school teachers, 100 caregivers across state https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-state-government-to-recruit-7000-primary-school-teachers-100-caregivers-across-state/ https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-state-government-to-recruit-7000-primary-school-teachers-100-caregivers-across-state/#respond Thu, 27 Jun 2024 10:40:41 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=381630 The Oyo State Government has announced the opening of an online portal for the recruitment of 7,000 primary school teachers and 100 caregivers for special schools across the state. The Executive Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Dr. Nureni Adeniran, unveiled the portal during a news conference held in Ibadan on Tuesday. [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-state-government-to-recruit-7000-primary-school-teachers-100-caregivers-across-state/feed/ 0 NUJ Urges Governor Makinde to Boost Security in Ogbomoso and Oke Ogun https://www.theinfostride.com/nuj-urges-governor-makinde-to-boost-security-in-ogbomoso-and-oke-ogun/ https://www.theinfostride.com/nuj-urges-governor-makinde-to-boost-security-in-ogbomoso-and-oke-ogun/#respond Wed, 29 May 2024 20:00:21 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=379440 The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has called on Governor Seyi Makinde and security agencies to increase the deployment of operatives to the Ogbomoso and Oke Ogun areas to combat the rise in kidnapping and other criminal activities. The union’s appeal was made in a communique issued at the conclusion of its [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/nuj-urges-governor-makinde-to-boost-security-in-ogbomoso-and-oke-ogun/feed/ 0 Governor Makinde Urges New Oyo State LG Chairmen to Prioritize People’s Needs https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-urges-new-oyo-state-lg-chairmen-to-prioritize-peoples-needs/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-urges-new-oyo-state-lg-chairmen-to-prioritize-peoples-needs/#respond Thu, 23 May 2024 21:00:17 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=378837 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has advised the newly elected local government chairmen in the state to prioritize the needs of the people in their respective areas. Makinde made this declaration on Friday while inaugurating the newly elected local government chairmen from the 32 local government areas at an event in Ibadan, the state [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-urges-new-oyo-state-lg-chairmen-to-prioritize-peoples-needs/feed/ 0 PDP Will Reclaim Ondo State from APC, Says Seyi Makinde https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-will-reclaim-ondo-state-from-apc-says-seyi-makinde/ https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-will-reclaim-ondo-state-from-apc-says-seyi-makinde/#respond Mon, 06 May 2024 19:00:29 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=377396 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has expressed confidence that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will regain control of Ondo State from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the November 2024 governorship election. Makinde made this statement on Monday during a meeting with PDP leaders from the South-West geopolitical zone in Ibadan. The meeting was [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-will-reclaim-ondo-state-from-apc-says-seyi-makinde/feed/ 0 Oyo State Government to invest N691 million in Wema Bank’s rights issuance https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-state-government-to-invest-n691-million-in-wema-banks-rights-issuance/ https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-state-government-to-invest-n691-million-in-wema-banks-rights-issuance/#respond Sat, 27 Apr 2024 12:43:40 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=376661 The Oyo State Government has set aside N691.3 million to invest in any future rights issuances by Wema Bank Plc. The announcement was made in a press statement released after the Oyo State Executive Council meeting on April 23rd, 2024. The statement read, “The sum of N691,307,039.86 to be invested in Wema Bank rights issuance [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-state-government-to-invest-n691-million-in-wema-banks-rights-issuance/feed/ 0 Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde Casts Vote in Local Government Election https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-state-governor-seyi-makinde-casts-vote-in-local-government-election/ https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-state-governor-seyi-makinde-casts-vote-in-local-government-election/#respond Sat, 27 Apr 2024 08:00:28 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=376657 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has exercised his civic duty by casting his vote in today’s local government election. Makinde voted at Polling Unit 1, Ward 11 in Ibadan North East Local Government Area of the state. Arriving at 10:17 am, the governor promptly cast his vote five minutes later. The election, conducted by [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-state-governor-seyi-makinde-casts-vote-in-local-government-election/feed/ 0 Oyo State Governor Makinde Pays N2 Billion to Sacked LG Chairmen, Advocates Political Tolerance https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-state-governor-makinde-pays-n2-billion-to-sacked-lg-chairmen-advocates-political-tolerance/ https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-state-governor-makinde-pays-n2-billion-to-sacked-lg-chairmen-advocates-political-tolerance/#respond Sat, 13 Apr 2024 18:00:22 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=375582 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has announced the disbursement of another N2 billion to the former chairmen of local government areas in the state who were sacked in May 2019. The former council bosses, who were elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2018, have been in dispute with the [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-state-governor-makinde-pays-n2-billion-to-sacked-lg-chairmen-advocates-political-tolerance/feed/ 0 Governor Seyi Makinde Signs Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority Bill into Law https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-seyi-makinde-signs-oyo-state-rule-of-law-enforcement-authority-bill-into-law/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-seyi-makinde-signs-oyo-state-rule-of-law-enforcement-authority-bill-into-law/#respond Fri, 12 Apr 2024 20:30:20 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=375510 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has signed the Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority Bill into law, during an event held at the governor’s office in Ibadan. The bill aims to bridge the gap in the enforcement of extant laws on traffic management, environmental sanitation, and other issues. The signing ceremony was attended [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-seyi-makinde-signs-oyo-state-rule-of-law-enforcement-authority-bill-into-law/feed/ 0 Governor Makinde Calls for Unity, Denies Conflict Over Olubadan Stool https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-calls-for-unity-denies-conflict-over-olubadan-stool/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-calls-for-unity-denies-conflict-over-olubadan-stool/#respond Wed, 10 Apr 2024 13:00:38 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=375322 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has clarified that there is no conflict surrounding the Olubadan stool and urged those sowing discord over the issue to desist in the interest of the state. The governor made this statement while welcoming Muslim faithful, including members of his cabinet and other high-ranking government officials, to his Ikolaba [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-calls-for-unity-denies-conflict-over-olubadan-stool/feed/ 0 Governor Makinde Condemns Assault on OYRTMA Officials by Immigration Officers https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-condemns-assault-on-oyrtma-officials-by-immigration-officers/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-condemns-assault-on-oyrtma-officials-by-immigration-officers/#respond Mon, 08 Apr 2024 12:00:07 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=375172 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has strongly condemned the recent assault on officials of the Oyo State Road Transport Management Agency (OYRTMA) by some Immigration officers, describing the incident as unacceptable. Makinde expressed his disapproval during a visit to the residence of the two assaulted OYRTMA officials, Mr. Nurudeen Abiola and Mr. Taiwo Adeagbo, [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-condemns-assault-on-oyrtma-officials-by-immigration-officers/feed/ 0 Governor Makinde Criticizes National Assembly’s Approach to State Police Issue https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-criticizes-national-assemblys-approach-to-state-police-issue/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-criticizes-national-assemblys-approach-to-state-police-issue/#respond Sat, 23 Mar 2024 13:00:52 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=373810 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has criticized the National Assembly’s approach to the issue of state police, stating that it is not taking governors anywhere. Makinde made this statement during an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today, which was monitored by the media. He emphasized that the issue of state police requires a bill [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-criticizes-national-assemblys-approach-to-state-police-issue/feed/ 0 Governor Seyi Makinde Approves Presentation of Staff of Office to Traditional Rulers https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-seyi-makinde-approves-presentation-of-staff-of-office-to-traditional-rulers/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-seyi-makinde-approves-presentation-of-staff-of-office-to-traditional-rulers/#respond Mon, 11 Mar 2024 20:30:48 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=372796 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has approved the presentation of staff of office and beaded crowns to two traditional rulers in the state. The announcement was made via a statement signed by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Olusegun Olayiwola. The traditional rulers set to receive their staff of office and [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-seyi-makinde-approves-presentation-of-staff-of-office-to-traditional-rulers/feed/ 0 Governor Makinde Engages Traditional Rulers on Council of Obas and Chiefs Reconstitution https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-engages-traditional-rulers-on-council-of-obas-and-chiefs-reconstitution/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-engages-traditional-rulers-on-council-of-obas-and-chiefs-reconstitution/#respond Sat, 09 Mar 2024 20:30:02 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=372658 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State recently convened a meeting with traditional rulers across the state to discuss plans for reconstituting the Council of Obas and Chiefs. The gathering took place over the weekend in Ibadan, the state capital, and was attended by traditional rulers from the five geopolitical zones in the state. The Council, [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-engages-traditional-rulers-on-council-of-obas-and-chiefs-reconstitution/feed/ 0 Labour Party’s Peter Obi Visits Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde https://www.theinfostride.com/labour-partys-peter-obi-visits-oyo-state-governor-seyi-makinde/ https://www.theinfostride.com/labour-partys-peter-obi-visits-oyo-state-governor-seyi-makinde/#respond Mon, 29 Jan 2024 13:00:51 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=369059 Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections and former governor of Anambra State, paid a visit to Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on Monday. Accompanied by some of his aides, Obi arrived at Makinde’s office on Monday morning. The visit is reported to be related to [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/labour-partys-peter-obi-visits-oyo-state-governor-seyi-makinde/feed/ 0 Governor Seyi Makinde Reveals New Details on Ibadan Explosion https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-seyi-makinde-reveals-new-details-on-ibadan-explosion/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-seyi-makinde-reveals-new-details-on-ibadan-explosion/#respond Sun, 28 Jan 2024 20:00:26 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=369103 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has disclosed that the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) documents of the mining company linked to Tuesday’s explosion in Ibadan indicate foreign ownership. During an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, Governor Makinde revealed that the death toll from the explosion has increased to three, with one more [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-seyi-makinde-reveals-new-details-on-ibadan-explosion/feed/ 0 Governor Makinde Presents Instruments of Office to Six Traditional Rulers in Oyo State https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-presents-instruments-of-office-to-six-traditional-rulers-in-oyo-state/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-presents-instruments-of-office-to-six-traditional-rulers-in-oyo-state/#respond Sat, 27 Jan 2024 11:00:04 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=368918 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has conferred the instruments of office on six traditional rulers from the Oke-Ogun geopolitical zone of the state. The presentation of the instruments of office took place between Thursday and Friday. The newly appointed traditional rulers are Chief Oyelowo Joseph Oyetunde – Apeerin of Saki; Prince James Okanlawon Adigun [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-presents-instruments-of-office-to-six-traditional-rulers-in-oyo-state/feed/ 0 Governor Seyi Makinde Links Ibadan Explosion to Illegal Mining Activities https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-seyi-makinde-links-ibadan-explosion-to-illegal-mining-activities/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-seyi-makinde-links-ibadan-explosion-to-illegal-mining-activities/#respond Wed, 17 Jan 2024 22:25:27 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=367780 In a press statement, Governor Seyi Makinde has linked the recent explosion in Ibadan to illegal mining activities. The governor’s assertion suggests a connection between the incident and unauthorized mining operations, highlighting the potential hazards associated with unregulated mining practices. Key Points from Governor Seyi Makinde’s Statement: 1. **Illegal Mining as the Root Cause:** – [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-seyi-makinde-links-ibadan-explosion-to-illegal-mining-activities/feed/ 0 Governor Makinde Declares State Mourning for Late Governor Akeredolu https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-declares-state-mourning-for-late-governor-akeredolu/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-declares-state-mourning-for-late-governor-akeredolu/#respond Thu, 28 Dec 2023 11:00:37 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=365830 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has announced a three-day state mourning period in honor of the late Chairman of the South-West Governors’ Forum and former Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu. Governor Makinde’s declaration came on Thursday following the announcement of Akeredolu’s passing on Wednesday. In addition to the mourning period, Governor Makinde ordered [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-makinde-declares-state-mourning-for-late-governor-akeredolu/feed/ 0 PDP Governors’ Forum Celebrates Governor Seyi Makinde on His 56th Birthday https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-governors-forum-celebrates-governor-seyi-makinde-on-his-56th-birthday/ https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-governors-forum-celebrates-governor-seyi-makinde-on-his-56th-birthday/#respond Mon, 25 Dec 2023 13:35:04 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=365418 The Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum (PDP-GF) has marked the 56th birthday of Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State with accolades for his performance in office. In a statement released in Abuja on Monday, the forum’s chairman, Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, praised Makinde’s genuine achievements during his tenure, spanning over four years. Governor [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-governors-forum-celebrates-governor-seyi-makinde-on-his-56th-birthday/feed/ 0 Oyo State Governor Accuses Sacked LG Chairmen of Distracting Government Operations https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-state-governor-accuses-sacked-lg-chairmen-of-distracting-government-operations/ https://www.theinfostride.com/oyo-state-governor-accuses-sacked-lg-chairmen-of-distracting-government-operations/#respond Sat, 23 Dec 2023 11:00:40 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=365275 Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has accused former local government chairmen, who were sacked in 2019, of attempting to distract his administration. The governor asserted that the dismissed chairmen had been employing various tactics to disrupt his government’s operations. The former council bosses were elected during the tenure of Governor Abiola Ajimobi in 2018 [...]

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