Author: Optimal Times

The Oyo state government has trained 165 youths and women farmers on cultivation, pest control and processing of improved varieties of three staple crops. According to the government, the training, which includes planting and processing of Orange -Fleshed Sweet Potato(OFSP), Vitamin A Cassava and Vitamin A maize will enhance quality nutrition and value addition. Declaring the One-day Training open, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Barrister Olasunkanmi Olaleye advised farmers to adopt good agricultural practices in the cultivation of improved varieties of crops. The training which was organised in collaboration with Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition GAIN, held at…

The pan-Yoruba socio-cultural and socio-political organization, Afenifere, has declared that it has not made any fresh appointments into its national executive committee in recent times, particularly that of the Secretary General. According to the National Publicity Secretary of the organization, Comrade Jare Ajayi, this clarification has become necessary in view of an insinuation making the rounds that an appointment was made at the Caucus meeting that took place in the house of the Leader, Chief Reuben Fasoranti, OFR, in Akure, Ondo State, on Thursday, April 11, 2024. “In truth, the meeting took notice of some offices that need to be…

The Leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) Southwest Zone  has endorsed Dr. Kolawole Tony ASPIRE as Chairman of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria [REDAN],  Lagos Chapter and the Transformation Team. This was contained in a statement signed by the Coordinator, NANS, Southwest Zone, Comrade John Alao. According to Alao, Dr. Kolawole Tony ASPIRE has demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities, integrity, and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by Nigerian students. His passion for education reform, student welfare, and advocacy for improved academic standards has been evident throughout his tenure as a student leader. He has…

A former Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barrister Hazeem Gbolarumi, on   Wednesday,  congratulated  Muslims on the end of Ramadan and Eid-el-Fitri celebration. Gbolarumi, in the statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Olaniyi Stephen, congratulated Muslim faithful across the country. The University of Ibadan Law graduate said, “We have just ended a month-long fast thus paving the way for the Eid-el-Fitri celebrations. These two periods are such times that the Almighty Allah enjoins us to ask for His blessings. We should, therefore, use the opportunity to pray for the country and its leaders.” The People’s Democratic…

By Wuraola Oyedoku History was made on April 2, 2024 as the Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State,  inaugurated a renowned scholar, Prof.  Amos Oyesoji  as its  first Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic). Aremu  was inaugurated by the Pro Chancellor and Council Chairman of the university, Hon. Dr. Olabode Ayorinde. The new DVC,  a counselling psychologist and security scholar and  analyst, is of the Department of Counseling and Human Development Studies at the University of Ibadan, Ibadan. In his  short remark,  Prof. Aremu pledged to align his strategies to the vision of Dr. Ayorinde in moving the university forward. The university marked   its…

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State,  on Wednesday,  warned naysayers on the Olubadan traditional ascension process to desist from divisive statements, saying  there is no crisis in the traditional system. The governor spoke, on Wednesday, while playing host to Muslim faithful who are members of his cabinet and top government functionaries from other arms of the government, who paid him a visit at his Ikolaba, Ibadan, residence, after the obligatory eid prayer to mark the end of the Ramadan fast. Makinde stated that the new Oyo State, under his watch, is known for unity, religious tolerance, and political tolerance which…

 Alade Olajire, a 42-year-old man, is urgently seeking financial assistance from well-meaning Nigerians to treat his liver and kidney failure.  Olajire, an indigene of Ogbomoso in Oyo State, currently residing at No. 12, Orelope Community, Transformer, Zartech, Ibadan, is an employee of Sumal Foods Limited in Ibadan. Initially admitted to God Cures Hospital in Lagos, Olajire was transferred to the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan due to a lack of adequate equipment. With his health rapidly deteriorating and facing the threat of imminent death, Olajire’s situation has become a race against time, which requires prompt attention and advanced treatment.…

As communities around the world celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, the lawmaker representing Oluyole federal constituency, Tolulope Akande-Sadipe has called for forgiveness and understanding among Nigerians. She said this in a message she personally signed on Wednesday, extending her greetings and heartfelt wishes for a joyous and blessed occasion to muslim Ummah. The Lawmaker stressed that Eid-el-Fitri is a time for reflection, renewal, and rejoicing. She said, “It is a time to reaffirm our commitment to the principles of compassion, forgiveness, and understanding. As we gather with family, friends, and loved ones, let us embrace the spirit of forgiveness, seeking reconciliation and healing…

By Rotimi Agboluaje Tributes flowed from all directions as the  renowned scholar, Prof. Amos Oyesoji Aremu, marked his diamond birthday on March 30,2024 and launched his memoir,  chronicling his stint and strides at the Distance Learning Centre [DLC],  University of Ibadan [UI].  Aremu, a Professor of Guidance Counseling and Human Development Studies at the premier university, is an acclaimed scholar in policing and criminal justice. He was a former Director, DLC, UI. The don has held many leadership positions in academia and Christendom. The popular public affairs analyst has just been appointed as the first Deputy Vice Chancellor [DVC], Achievers University, Owo, Ondo…

The Oyo State Government has appointed Mr Adewunmi Joseph Ogunjimi as Acting Registrar of The Polytechnic, Ibadan.  Similarly, David Olukola Taiwo has also been appointed as Acting Bursar. The appointment letters of the duo conveyed the approval of the Oyo State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology on behalf of the State Government, dated 8th April was signed by the Acting Rector of the Institution, Dr Taiwo Lasisi. Mr Adewunmi Joseph Ogunjimi, a seasoned Administrator until his acting appointment was the Deputy Registrar, Directorate of Academic Affairs of The Polytechnic, Ibadan. Mr Adewunmi Ogunjimi is a 1986 graduate of the…