ODSG distributes science equipment to schools

By Adekola Afolabi   Ondo state Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, yesterday commissioned and distributed N90 million worth of science laboratory equipment and Mathematics training kits to 40 selected public secondary schools across the state. The equipment was procured to improve science and technology education in the state public schools. At the event held at Community Education […]

Owa-Ale of Ikare joins ancestors

Jimoh Ahmed, Ikare Akoko   A hush fell on Ikare-Akoko yesterday as words went round that Owa-Ale of Ikare Akoko, Oba Samuel Kolapo Adegbite-Adedoyin has joined his ancestors at the age of 85. The Hope reliably learnt that the monarch passed on early yesterday at his palace located at Okorun area of Ikare after reigning […]

I believe in tourism as revenue earner— Jegede

The gubernatorial flagbearer of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in next month election in Ondo State, Mr Eyitayo Jegede, SAN, has said that he does not believe in the Deep Sea Port being conceived by the state. Jegede who stated this on a Radio Programme in Akure yesterday gave preference to tourism as a revenue […]

Public Expectations Of Amotekun

URGENT security need y to nip in the bud the upsurge in crime threatening the peace of the South West states recently gave birth to the inauguration of Amotekun Security Network Initiative. FEW weeks ago, The Ondo State government inaugurated its own Amotekun agency to flush out the invaders robbing, kidnapping and destroying farms in […]

I’m committed to do more — Akeredolu

By Adekola Afolabi Ondo state Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, said his administration is fully ready and committed to executing more developmental projects aimed at bringing good governance to the doorsteps of the citizens. Governor Akeredolu disclosed this yesterday while receiving members of different groups who paid him separate courtesy visits at the Cocoa Conference of the […]

Adhere to COVID-19 guidelines, CAN urges

Kayode Olabanji, Okitipupa The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has, urged Christians to sustain adherence to the COVID-19 guidelines in spite of the reduction in the daily number of cases in the country. Pastor Peter Akinyelure, CAN Chairman, Okitipupa local government chapter, Ondo State made the appeal while speaking with newsmen in Okitipupa. He said […]

Complement govt programmes, Oyetola tells citizens

Fisayo Akinduro, Osogbo Elected representatives and well meaning citizens in Osun state have been enjoined to organize empowerment programmes for residfor them to contribute to the growth of the state. The State Governor, Gboyega Oyetola gave the advice while declaring open an intensive capacity programme for members of co-operative societies. The empowerment programme was facilitated […]

Ekiti trains 40, employs 32 artists

Victor Akinkuolie, Ado-Ekiti As part of the move by the Ekiti State Government to transform its Ministry of Art, Culture and Tourism for more revenue drive and efficient delivery, the government said it has embarked on the training of 40 of the staff of the ministry. The government also said it has also employed 32 […]

We have developed framework for schools’ reopening- Asaniyan

By Kehinde Oluwatayo The Permanent Secretary, Ondo State Ministry of Education, Mr Akin Asaniyan has said that the state has put in place a strategic framework towards the reopening of schools in the state. Speaking in an interview with The Hope, Asaniyan said the state is not competing in reopening of its schools and assured […]

Osun promotes culture, creates 40 festivals

Fisayo Akinduro, Osogbo As part of efforts to promote culture and tourism infrastructure, Osun state government has created additional 40 festivals in order not to make culture go extinct. Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Adebisi Obawale disclosed this during a joint stakeholders’ meeting. He listed the additional festivals as Agri-tourism, Sports Tourism, Osun Yoruba […]