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In my years on this planet, I have witnessed so many deaths of loved ones, but very few shocked me and left me in a state of disbelief like that of my boss, leader and mentor, OTUNBA Adebayo Alao-Akala . Of course, as a Muslim, I believe that death can come at any time, whether one prepares or not, however, that of ALAO came like a dream. Prince Wasiu olukan, Flanked Otunba Alao-Akala When I had any fear of life, no matter how mundane or embarrassing I knew that he would always be there to guide and protect me, all those who encountered him can never deny he was the most gentle, kind, sweet, selfless human, My boss, BAYO ALAO-AKALA would be remembered for his patriotism and passionate commitment to delivering dividends of democracy to the people. ALAO was truly a man of the people, a grassroots politician admired by big and small in his hometown (Ogbomoso) and countryside. He was a source of inspiration to political practitioners and politicians across party lines. Indeed,

Alao-Akala's Family annouces burial arrangement of the erstwhile Governor of oyo state. Alao-Akala, to be buried on 18th of February, in his hometown Ogbomoso, Oyo state. The family with the state government disclosed that the lying in state will be held at the house of chiefs, oyo state government Secretariat, Ibadan while the hearse  motorcades depart to Ogbomoso for internment. The five days event in the honor of the former oyo governor, which will commence on 14th of February, tagged "Day of tribute with Political class" will be held at Ibadan, Jogor centre, while the praise night event will be held at his ogbomoso resident on 15th of February. Parts of the final burial events as outlined by the family are, Cultural Display and Nigeria Police Parade, Christian wake-keep and song of service, Final burial Service, interment, reception and entertainment of guest will all be held at Ogbomoso while, Lying in state and day of Tribute will come up in Ibadan. Alao

2023, Ogbomoso North House Of Assembly Hopeful, Hon. Shittu Olaitan Abede popularly known as SOA, in partnership with Microsoft Skill Training, has initiated  an empowerment and skill acquisition programme to train over 1000 youths across Ogbomosoland. According to the scheme, each candidate who takes part in the empowerment will be issued certificate of participation after successful completion of the training. While speaking on the empowerment programme, SOA affimed that "Today's youth are tomorrow's leaders, if the youth learn today, tomorrow they will either impact lives, lead or teach.” “If the present generation is appropriately educated and instructed, the coming one is for sure to be even more properly educated and taught, the youths must be properly educated as they will shoulder the leadership tomorrow. They will also lead the society and the country in the nearest future,” SOA added. Speaking on the importance of education amongst youth, Hon. Shittu

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Sunday, January 23 visited the family of the former governor of oyo state, Late Alao-Akala, in his entourage the governor of oyo state, Legislative members among others, after the thanksgiving service in honour of the monarch the soun of Ogbomosoland  Oba oladunni Oyewunmi, the Soun of Ogbomoso at Oke-elerin baptist Church. Osinbajo said the former governor lived an exemplary life, adding that he would be remembered for the good roles he played in the lives of many people within and outside Oyo state, while addressing the family and political associate of the former governor in his Ogbomoso resident, osinbajo emphasis the generosity of the late governor. "Long before i became a professor of law, i have known our dear uncle Adebayo Alao Akala, anytime i think about him i smile because he was a very special being" Professor oyelowo Oyewo was my link to him he was his nephew so then if we needed a little pocket money we fin

Oyo state APC youth leader, Prince John Aremu of all progressive congress, laud youths and sports minister, Hon. Sunday Dare for his kind gesture towards youth development and supports, nation wide. John Applause was conveyed at the grand finale venue, of the maiden DAD foundation table tennis competition, Organized by Hon Sunday Dare through his foundation in Ogbomoso on friday. He noted that the sportsmanship act portrayed by the minister is commendable and worthy of emulation, in his statement he said, " It takes a serious individual that is truly committed to the greatness of the youths to have done this". The youth leader, also added that it is imperative for other personalities to emulate this gesture of raising youths, in other to consolidate this landmark achievement, "you can't be giving tokens to youths and expect them to be independent, rather we must empower them with needed skills to excel, expecially in the current golden opportu

      R-L Hon. Sunday Dare, Prize winner, Bolaji It was fun and palpable excitement in atmosphere of creativity at the maiden edition of DAD Foundation youths table tennis competition, a table tennis contest that focuses on promoting excellence in table tennis game, by advancing the youths engagement in sport activities and professions was held today at the newly constructed DAD Foundation Sport Arena Ogbomoso.       Under 15 division winner, Ayomide Amos In attendance at the colourful sport event, are  Honourable Minister for youths and sport Sunday Dare, committee of friends and associates, director for sport in Nigeria, the president of Ogbomoso community youths forum, Rev Peter Olaleye, Mr Gaddafi, Mr Tunji Olaniyi, Chief Igbokwe  Ikenumba, Dr. Akinwunmi Akintola, and the representative of Soun's palace, the Olubere of Ogbomoso, among others.      1st Runner up, Akeem Amao, Barr Akintola At the delightful competition,

THOUSANDS of people gathered at Randa Alao Akala Resident in Ogbomoso, on Wednesday between 2 and 4 p.m. for a candlelight night in memory of former Governor, Alao-Akala. Politicians, activists, journalists, civil society actors, and well-wishers were among those who attended the candlelight gathering, which was organized by the "Akala and Beyond group" and themed the walk and candle procession "Akala and Beyond." Various people read tributes while signing a condolence register. Following the prayer for the deceased family, a candlelight procession was held. The InsideOgbomosonews has provided a collection of images from the event, recall that Alao-Akala Died at age 71, while speaking to our correspondence, Mr Segun one of the followers and supporters of Alao-Akala says, " We are  not just mourning but giving a befitting honor to respect and dignify our late hero Otunba Alao Akala, you can see we all come together across partys and as a  community,

I am in Politics because of Ogbomoso - Alao Akala Says. The Former governor while, granting an interview recently before his death, made known that I am in Politics of Ogbomoso, they gave me their mandate first as a grassroots man, I started as a chairman of local government, and everything I become today, I owe them. See Video Click Here To See Video Remember, that InsideOgbomosonews blog reported the death of the former governor on 12th of January 2022. -InsideOgbomosonews

The Honourable Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Chief Sunday Dare received the  National Leader of All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Ogbomoso today, 15th day of January 2022. The APC chieftain, Asiwaju Tinubu's chopper touched down at Ogbomoso Grammar School, at about 12 pm, where he was received by Minister Sunday Dare and other party stalwarts across Ogbomoso Zone. The Agbaakin of Ogbomosoland later led Asiwaju Tinubu to the Palace of Sọun of Ogbomosoland, to commiserate with the family of late Ọba Jimoh Oladunni Oyewumi Ajagungbade III, who joined his ancestors on 12th December 2021, and proceed with the  entourages to Opadoyin's Akala Lodge, to commiserate with the family of Chief Adebayo Alao-Akala, who died on the 12th day of January 2022. In his statement, " I am here to commiserate the  death of my brother, Former Gov Christopher Alao-Akala, and the Soun of Ogbomoso whom I have a cordial relat

Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu,SAN, on Friday visited Ogbomoso, Oyo State, to condole with the families of the late Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Jimoh Oyewumi, and former Governor of the state, Otunba Adebayo Alao-Akala.  Governor Akeredolu visited the palace and Akala’s residence with his adorable wife, Chief Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu.  On the Governor’s entourage were the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Donald Ojogo, and the Chief of Protocol, Bola Alabi Esq.  Speaking at the Palace, Governor Akeredolu described the late monarch as a rare Soun in Ogbomoso, adding that he was a king who loved his people.  “There are lots of stories, but a rare Soun is gone. This palace is an evidence to show that Baba was totally committed to this town. He believed that Ogbomoso must progress. His reign witnessed tremendous development.   “He didn’t compromise on many things. One of the things I admired about him was his carriage. He was born a King. 

The President, Federation Of Ogbomoso Students' Union National Council, Hon. Adeniran Ezekiel Olaprayer has mourned the death of Otun Of the Source, His Excellency, Otunba Dr. Christopher Adebayo Alao Akala, Former Governor Of Oyo State. The President in a statement in Ogbomoso described the death of Alao Akala at 71 as a Shock. The Former Governor, Otun Of the Source reportedly joined his ancestors Wednesday morning.  Hon Olaprayer said " It is sad that Oyo state and Ogbomoso to be precise again lost another Prominent and Legend, the death of Otunba Alao Akala is came in just a month after the death of the Soun of Ogbomoso land, Oba Jimoh Oyewumi Ajagungbade ||| and now Another guardian, Political Leader and custodian of our tradition and culture has gone to the land beyond. "My heartfelt condolences to the people of Ogbomoso land and to the entire people of Oyo state. Otunba Christopher Adebayo Alao Akala is a Leader per excellent and a highly intelligent Be

Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Thursday, paid a condolence visit to the family of the late former Governor of Oyo State, Chief Adebayo Alao-Akala, saying that the state has lost, the most most experienced politician” perhaps Nigeria. Oyoinsight reported that, Governor Makinde, while addressing the widows, family and political associates of the late former governor, at his Opadoyin Lodge residence, Randa area, in Ogbomoso, said that the visit was to officially condole with the family over the demise of someone he described as leader, brother, mentor and grassroots man. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, quoted Governor Makinde as saying that the late Alao-Akala, was a lover of Ogbomoso and Oyo State and that he did his best as governor of the state. He said: “I am here this afternoon on behalf of the government and people of Oyo State, to condole with the family of our departed leader, brother