Day: November 3, 2026

The arguments around financial autonomy for Local Governments has taken the center stage in the discussions shaping the outcome of the 2027 Gubernatorial election in Oyo state. Governor Seyi Makinde and his anointed Gubernatorial candidate, Bimbo Adekambi have continued to maintain the stance that financial autonomy for Local Governments is impossible, despite the Judgment of…

In his last interview with Seun Okinbaloye on Channels, former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose threw a proverbial tantrum. He said, “Seyi Makinde ti ta Ile Osha, Oju e de Mari”—Seyi Makinde has sold the shrine; he shall face the consequences. Many squeezed the line into comedy and laughed it away. Fayose’s eyes, however, are…

In his last interview with Seun Okinbaloye on Channels, former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose threw a proverbial tantrum. He said, “Seyi Makinde ti ta Ile Osha, Oju e de Mari”—Seyi Makinde has sold the shrine; he shall face the consequences. Many squeezed the line into comedy and laughed it away. Fayose’s eyes, however, are…

I have taken note of the purported suspension circulating online, reportedly announced by some acclaimed members of the Oriire Local Government Legislative Council. While I respect the legislative institution and its constitutional responsibilities, I consider the development an unfortunate attempt by political toddlers to undermine democratic principles and truncate the mandate freely given to me…