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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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Osun govt to recruit 5,250 teachers, education officers

 


Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State says he has approved the recruitment of 5,250 teachers and education officers in the state.

Adeleke made this known during the second edition of “Ipade Imole”, a forum where he gave stewardship to the people of the state on Tuesday in Ilesa.

He said the move was meant to strengthen teaching and learning in the state.

The governor said, “We have approved the recruitment of 5,250 teachers and education officers to strengthen teaching and learning in our schools.

“The process will soon be finalisd and the new teachers will soon be unveiled.

“We are not just recruiting teachers, we are going to equip them with necessary skills to deliver world class teaching standard to our children.”

Adeleke said his administration was promoting local contents in implementing its policies and programmes across all sectors.

He added that the implementation of his administration’s five-point agenda is progressing very well, adding that, “From workers welfare to social welfare programmes, we have remained committed to pro-people agenda.”

Adeleke announced the conclusion of deliberations of his government’s food security committee.

“We shall soon begin full implementation of the recommendations of the committee to ensure food sufficiency for the people of Osun State,” he added.

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