For decades, Nigeria’s local governments, the so-called “third tier” were widely dismissed as extensions of state power, constrained by the joint account system and stripped of real autonomy. Then came reform. Direct allocations from the Federation Account began flowing straight into local government coffers, promising a new era of grassroots development and accountability. On paper,…
Former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, arrived in Ibadan at about 4:50 p.m. on Tuesday for a visit to the residence of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja. The visit comes amid recent developments involving the traditional institution and the Oyo State Government, which have generated public interest across the state. Sources…
The House of Assembly hopeful for Ibadan Southwest Constituency I, Hon. Tolani Adigun, has sustained her grassroots consultation drive with a strategic meeting involving youth leaders across the constituency.The meeting, which held yesterday, brought together vibrant ward youth leaders committed to the progress and development of Ibadan Southwest Constituency I. Discussions centered on youth inclusion,…
