Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has attributed the development and progress recorded in the state over the past five decades to the mercy of Allah and the collective efforts of its people.
The governor made this known through his deputy, Chief Abdulraheem Bayo Lawal, on Friday during a special Jumat thanksgiving service held at the Central Mosque, Oja’ba, Ibadan, as part of activities marking the 50th anniversary of the state’s creation.
According to Makinde, the golden jubilee offers a moment for gratitude, renewed commitment to good governance and collective prayers for sustained progress, peaceful coexistence and overall growth across Oyo State.
In his goodwill message, the senator representing Oyo South Senatorial District, Senator Sarafadeen Alli, congratulated residents on the milestone, praying for continued blessings and advancement for the state.
Delivering the sermon at the Jumat service, the Chief Imam of Ibadanland, Sheikh AbdulGaniy Abubakry Agbotomokekere, commended Governor Makinde for celebrating the state’s golden jubilee and for promoting religious tolerance, which he said has contributed significantly to the success of the administration.
The cleric offered prayers for lasting peace, harmony and development in Oyo State, while also remembering past and present leaders who have played roles in the state’s advancement.
Also speaking, the Chairman of the Oyo State @ 50 Anniversary Committee and a two-term member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Saheed Akinade-Fijabi, expressed appreciation to residents for their support and urged them to remain committed to the anniversary activities.
The Jumat service attracted several dignitaries, including former Governor of Oyo State and Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja; former Deputy Governor, Mr. Hamid Gbadamosi; Deputy Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Mohammed Fadeyi; Secretary to the State Government, Professor Musibau Babatunde; and Deputy Chief of Staff, Hon. Kazeem Adeniyi.
Others in attendance were the Commissioner for Works and Transport, Hon. Abdulmojeed Mogbonjubola; Commissioner for Establishment and Training, Prof. Solihu Adelabu; Chairman of the Oyo State Civil Service Commission, Alhaji Kamorudeen Aderibigbe; Chief Nureni Akanbi; Prof. Kamil Oloso; Hon. Sikiru Sanda; Permanent Secretaries and other top government officials.
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