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Dear Young Folks (Series 8) “Embracing Inquiry and Resilience: Reflections on Progress and Personal Conviction”

Dear Young Folks, “The power to question is the basis of all human progress.” In a blog post by Indira Gandhi, she affirms that this assertion illuminates the intrinsic link between inquiry and advancement. Gandhi posits that the ability to pose questions, challenge established norms, and seek deeper understanding is the driving force behind the […]

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Enhancing Communication and Accountability in Oyo State Ministries: A note to Michael Ogunsina

Many agencies and ministries in Oyo State employ young aides to support political appointees, yet it remains difficult to reach these bodies via official emails. This gap forces individuals to resort to the unsustainable practice of delivering documents in person. It is perplexing to hear frequent excuses about the government’s inability to adequately empower some

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DEMOCRACY DAY 2024: Idris Animasaun pens Open Letter to the Governor Advocating for Balanced Governance and Youth Empowerment in Oyo State.

I believed it had been a positive experience engaging with our friends and associates in government, leveraging those relationships to offer our insights and advice where needed. Your leadership and dedication to the youth constituency are evident in your decision to entrust the future of the state to over 50 young individuals serving as commissioners,

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The Importance of Positive Fan Conduct for Club Reputation and Success: Idris Animasaun pens Open Letter to 3SC Fans and Journalists

I have been participating in various forums since the game ended, and one of the key topics for our radio discussion later today should be to commend Ibadan fans for their exemplary conduct thus far, encouraging them to continue this positive behavior. We must avoid stadium violence at this critical point in the season, regardless

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Dear Young Folks (Series 5) “Tomorrow’s Leaders: Balancing Present Gratification with Future Consequences”

Dear Young Folks, The emerging leaders of tomorrow wield both the promise of progress and the peril of shortsightedness, as they grapple with the temptation to prioritize immediate rewards over long-term sustainability. This delicate balance between present indulgence and future responsibility echoes throughout your actions and inactions, revealing a concerning resemblance to the traits of

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Open Letter to the Governor: “Inquiry and Accountability: Assessing the ‘Agribusiness for Food Security Initiative’ Event and Related Investments” by Idris Animasaun

The recent event entitled ‘Agribusiness for Food Security Initiative,’ hosted at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) in Ibadan on April 29, 2024, garnered significant attention. His Excellency Governor Seyi Makinde, a Former President, the DG of OYSADA, and various dignitaries graced the occasion. The event, as reported is a collaborative effort between IITA

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“Rising to the Challenge: Addressing Irresponsible Waste Disposal in New Gbagi Market”

It’s clear that many of us either don’t grasp or choose to overlook the consequences of our actions on environmental pollution, health risks, and strain on state resources. In the past year, I’ve received numerous complaints and images of the pedestrian bridge at the new Gbagi Market along the new Ibadan/Ife Expressway. This represents the

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THE GREAT OBAFEMI AWOLOWO: Just before the denigration of his name (Part 1) by Idris Animasaun

“I will, more than ever before, subject myself to severe self- discipline. Only men who are masters of themselves become easily masters of others. Therefore, my thoughts, my tongue, and my actions shall be brought under strict control always.” “Those who desire to reach, and keep their places at the top in any calling must

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2024 International Day of Forests (IDF): Idris Animasaun writes Open Letter to Governor Seyi Makinde.

Today 21st of March 2024, the rest of the world is celebrating International Day of Forests (IDF). This is a day set aside by a proclamation made in 2012 by the United Nations General Assembly in an effort to celebrate and raise awareness for the importance of all types of forests. Countries across the world

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“Balancing Progress and Preservation: Oyo State’s Battle Against Illegal Structures and the Path to Sustainable Urban Development” by Idris Animasaun

Following the indiscriminate springing up of shanties, illegal structures and kiosks around the perimeter of Ojoo Bus Terminal, The Oyo State Government had earlier issued a seven-day relocation notice to all squatters, stall and kiosks owners to vacate the area. The development led to protest being made to the Chairman of Agidigbo FM Oriyomi Hamzat

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