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COVID-19: Oyo Govt. Shuts Down University

7Nov

By Chinedu IbeakanmaNo Comments

Covid-19, Education, Nigeria, Press Statement

COVID-19: Oyo Govt. Shuts Down University

The Oyo State COVID-19 Task Force has issued a directive to the management of workplaces, schools, and religious centres to ensure strict compliance with the COVID-19 protocols to curtail the spread of the disease. The Task Force, in a statement signed by Taiwo Adisa, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Seyi Makinde, indicated that the directive became necessary following the discovery of a COVID-19 case in a tertiary institution in the state. The statement partly read, “The government of Oyo State wishes to draw the attention of the general public to the recent resurgence of cases of coronavirus in the state. Many of these cases were discovered in closed space settings such as offices and workplaces. “A reported case within a tertiary educational institution had also resulted in mo...

Oyo Schools Resumption: Laudable or Laughable?

7Jul

By Obiajulu Joel Nwolu1 Comment

Covid-19, Education, News, Nigeria

Oyo Schools Resumption: Laudable or Laughable?

The Federal government of Nigeria had on 29 June, 2020 permitted the resumption of schools by students in graduating classes to enable them adequately prepare for examinations. It came as part of guidelines to ensure gradual easing of the lockdown that was imposed across Nigeria to control the spread of novel COVID-19 virus which has forced closure of schools at all levels since March. Bulk of students in the country have been spending time at home since then without access to education. Though the government directed and implemented to a reasonable extent, teaching through radio and television, the measure has been with inherent obstacles. Parents have complained of the inability of children to maintain concentration levels while learning through broadcast channels at home. Since...

Oyo Revokes Parcels of Land in Agodi, Jericho GRA over Alteration of Land Use, others

13Feb

By Debo OmilaniNo Comments

Environment, News, Nigeria

Oyo Revokes Parcels of Land in Agodi, Jericho GRA over Alteration of Land Use, others

The government of Oyo State has approved the revocation of some plots of land located within the Agodi Government Reservation Area (GRA) and Jericho area of Ibadan. The revocation order, which was dated February 10, 2020, indicated that the affected plots of land were revoked for overriding public interest and for the use of the State Government. The revocation order read in part: “Notice is hereby given to members of the public that by virtue of powers conferred on the Executive Governor of Oyo State under the provisions of Section 28, of the Land Use Act, Cap LS, No. 18 of the Law of Federation of Nigeria, 2004, the under-listed plots of land located within the Agodi Government Reservation Area in Ibadan are hereby revoked by the Oyo State Government for overriding public interest ...

Eid-El-Kabir: Cleric Urges Nigerians to Live in Togetherness and Peace

9Aug

By Debo OmilaniNo Comments

Environment, Lifestyle, News, Nigeria, Religion

Eid-El-Kabir: Cleric Urges Nigerians to Live in Togetherness and Peace

A renowned Ibadan based Islamic Cleric, Prof. Sabit Ariyo Olagoke on Friday urged Nigerians to live in togetherness and peace as exemplified by Prophet Mohammed. This contained in Eid - el - Kabir message which he personally issued and signed in Ibadan. Prof. Olagoke said that the country needed these attributes to achieve the desired greatness, adding that it was only in an atmosphere of peace and love that people could thrive and attain their potentials. According to him, there is the need for us to continue to exhibit love toward fellow human beings and re-dedicate our lives to the service of God, the Almighty Allah and humanity in general for a better Nigeria of our dream, as demonstrated by Prophet Muhammed (PBUH) during his earthly sojourn. The Islamic Scholar who is the...