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Oyo Kingmakers Who Collected Bribe May Be Prosecuted -Makinde

  Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has threatened to prosecute and punish all Chiefs or Kingmakers within the Oyomesi or others, who might have collected bribe or gratification in the selection process that culminated into the emergence Akeem Abimbola Owoade as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo. This followed reports that cash was allegedly offered to some chiefs by a contender for the Alaafin stool. Makinde issued the warning on Monday during the official presentation of the Staff of Office and Certificate of Appointment to Oba Owoade.  Owoade succeeded late Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III, whose reign lasted for five decades. At the brief ceremony, Governor Makinde emphasised transparency and accountability in the selection process of the new monarch The governor described the Alaafin-elect as a leader poised to upholding the cultural and historical heritage of the Oyo Kingdom, noting that the Alaafin of Oyo is not just a traditional ruler but a custodian of rich history and...
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Subsidy removal: UI directs staff to work 3 days a week

The University of Ibadan, Oyo State, has directed its staff to work for three days a week.

The institution made this disclosure through a special release number, 4642, dated 14 August 2023 and signed by G.O. Saliu, Registrar and Secretary to Council.

It explained that the decision was taken in view of the recent removal of subsidy on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol.

It lamented that salary earners who have to commute to work every working day are faced with an aggravation of the condition, given the attendant hike in the transport fare and cost of living.

He added that after a careful consideration of the situation, management of the institution has recommended a temporary work schedule adjustment for members of staff.

He maintained that the senate of the institution, at its meeting held on Thursday, 3 August 2023, considered and approved the decision, which take effect from August 14.

The statement added that people on essential duties are exempted from this adjustment.

It urged staff members to maintain commitment, open communication and cooperation towards ensuring free workflow, including working from home where and when necessary, asking deans, directors, heads of departments and units to work towards a smooth implementation of the intervention.

“The astronomical increase in the fuel pump price occasioned by the removal of subsidy by the Federal Government has imposed huge economic difficulties on the generality of Nigerians. Salary earners who have to commute to work every working day are faced with an aggravation of the condition, given the attendant hike in the transport fare and cost of living.

“After a careful consideration of the situation, the University Management recommended a temporary work schedule adjustment for members of staff, which Senate at its meeting of Thursday, 03 August, 2023 considered and approved. Accordingly, members of staff are now expected to work on site for three (3) days in rotation per week, with effect from Monday, 14 August, 2073. It should, however, be noted that those on essential duties are exempted from this adjustment.

“It should be further noted that Management will review the arrangement as the situation improves Meanwhile, members of staff are to maintain commitment, open communication and cooperation towards ensuring free workflow, including working from home where and when necessary. In light of the foregoing, Management seeks the understanding of all Deans, Directors, Heads of Departments and Units towards a smooth implementation of the intervention,” the statement read.


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