Barr. Olasunkanmi Olaleye Solidarity Group

Homecoming: Ogo-Oluwa/Surulere PDP Close Ranks, Unite as Olaleye Takes Senatorial Ambition to Home-based.
In what is regarded as a moment of unity and renewed political energy in Ogo-Oluwa/Surulere as Barrister Olasunkanmi Olaleye formally declared his intention to contest for the Oyo Central Senatorial seat, drawing together party stakeholders and leaders across the two local government areas.

The stakeholders’ meeting was marked by a warm reception and a shared sense of purpose, as Olaleye took his senatorial bid to his home base, which was attended by several party faithful, leaders, and stakeholders. He outlined his vision and readiness to serve.

In his address, he highlighted his wealth of experience and contributions across various offices he has held within the current administration, noting that the positions he has held have enabled him to positively impact all local government areas within the Oyo Central Senatorial District.
He called for support from the stakeholders towards his bid, assuring them of quality representation that would exceed expectations and deliver meaningful development to the people.

In his welcome remarks, the Executive Chairman of Ogo-Oluwa Local Government, Hon. Seun Ojo, commended Barrister Olaleye for his courage and boldness in stepping forward to serve. He urged stakeholders to rally behind him, provide the necessary support for his ambition and then called for recommendations to the Senatorial leaders’ endorsement.

Hon. Ojo also used the occasion to call for the endorsement of Hon. Sunday Ojo Makanjuola Smato for a second term. The two motions were unanimously supported by stakeholders and subsequently forwarded to the party secretariat in Ibadan.

Speaking further, Hon. Seun Ojo described the Commissioner for Agricultural and Rural Development as a credible and capable leader whose aspiration is both commendable and worthy of support. He reaffirmed the collective backing of stakeholders for both Olaleye and the incumbent representative, Hon. Sunday Ojo Makanjuola SMATO, expressing confidence in their ability to deliver effective representation.

The Chairman of Surulere Local Government, Hon. Adegbite Isaiah Alaba described Olaleye as a good man who has continued to use his good office to better the lives of the people.

He urged the party stakeholders and leaders to rally around their son as this is their best shot at the Senate and it is necessary that the best shot is given.

Speaking at the event, the Federal House of Representatives member representing Ogooluwa/Surulere Federal Constituency called for more synergy amongst the leaders and stakeholders of the Party to achieve victory at the polls. He said this is necessary and important because of the peculiarity of Oyo State as one of the States the APC-led federal government is targeting for forceful takeover.
In his remarks, Hon. Folaranmi Oyebamiji described the gathering as a true reflection of solidarity and synergy between Ogo-Oluwa and Surulere. He charged Olaleye to remain committed to delivering tangible achievements that would speak for his leadership, while also advising Hon. Smato to sustain his good work and maintain active engagement with critical stakeholders. He emphasised the need for a coordinated and harmonious political approach among all aspirants and leaders to secure a resounding electoral victory.
Hon. Isreal Ogundiran (Master) from Surulere Local Government also commended both Barrister Olaleye and Hon. Smato for their contributions to the development of the area. He encouraged them to continue delivering the dividends of democracy and appealed for a strong partnership between them to ensure victory in the forthcoming elections.
Hon. Maruf Obalagbe lauded Barr. Olaleye’s outstanding record of service as a former commissioner across different portfolios, described him as a seasoned statesman. He also commended Hon. Makanjuola Ojo for his impactful performance, urging both leaders to strengthen collaboration and run a united, strategic campaign.

Pastor Taiwo from Surulere echoed similar sentiments, pledging unwavering support for the decisions of the leadership while encouraging all parties involved to exceed public expectations and foster unity among themselves.

Elder statesman, Baba Adekunle Oni’lè from Ogo-Oluwa, welcomed all stakeholders and described the meeting as a significant step towards strengthening peace and unity between the two local government areas. He assured that Ogo-Oluwa remains committed to making necessary sacrifices for the collective success of the party and urged both LGAs to continue to work as one.
The meeting was graced by prominent party leaders and stakeholders, including: Hon. Seun Ojo (Executive Chairman, Ogo-Oluwa); Hon. Isaiah Adegbite (Executive Chairman, Surulere); Olugbade Adediran (Ogo-Oluwa Party Chairman); Hon. Ojo Makanjuola SMATO, member of the Federal House of Representatives – Ògo-Olúwa/Surulere Federal Constituency; Hon. Adeeyo Okesanjo (Surulere Party Chairman); Hon. Folaranmi Oyebamiji, Hon. Akinsola Akinboro, Hon. Sola Peter Agbebi, Prince Adegbite Adeyemo, Hon. Sanjo Akintola, Hon. Rasaq Mustapha, Hon. Sayo Alagbe, Prince Adeyemo Jacob, Prince Sola Oyelade and others.

The senatorial hopeful was presented with a gift by the representatives of the physically challenged persons in Surulere Local Government Area for his frequent support.

The gathering ultimately reinforced a strong message of unity, cooperation, and collective determination among party stakeholders in Ogo-Oluwa and Surulere, setting a solid foundation for the political journey ahead.

My Aspiration Represents a Fresh Breath – Olaleye, As He Rallies Support of Party Stakeholders in Oyo Town

The train of consultation for Barrister Olaleye Olasunkanmi, the Commissioner for Agricultural and Rural Development, and his senatorial bid berthed in Oyo town today, where he met with leaders and stakeholders of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).

In his welcome address, the Oyo State House of Assembly Chiefs’ Whip, Rt. Hon. Gbenga Oyekola welcomed the senatorial aspirant and his team to the consultative meeting with party leaders, elders, and stakeholders. He also urged him to see himself as one of them in Oyo and to hold nothing back in making his intention known to the people.

Addressing the people, Barrister Olaleye Olasunkanmi said he has come to make himself available to the people for service to them and not to lord over them.
He said in all the consultative meetings he has held with the people, there is only one thing which echoes loudly and it is a good reward system, he assured them that the era of working with nothing to show for it is over as he represents an era of fresh breath.

He stressed that his antecedents across the spectrum of public service afforded him the opportunity to know what the people truly want and their needs as he has hands-on interactions and experiences with them.

He said that as the Commissioner of Education, Alayande College of Education was converted to Alayande University of Education, revamping of Oyo State – IITA Youth Incubation Centre, Awe, designation of Oyo town as a distribution Centre for farm inputs, facilitation of several road constructions and others.
Hon. Sunday Akindele Ojo said Olaleye has proven himself to be a party man who has regard for party members and this has shown in the way he deals with issues brought to him anytime a party member needs his help.

He urged him not to change from who he is when he gets what he seeks while also specially making a case for Oyo federal Constituency.

Hon. Lawal Adedeji Jagaban urged the senatorial hopeful to hold on to the leaders who influence to turn the dream into a reality. He also charged him to use his experience as a lawyer and a public servant who has served across different offices to influence development in the senatorial district.

Alhaji Kareem Moshood who also served on the same Oyo State Land Allocation Committee as Olaleye said he was not surprised by the rise of the aspirant as he has always shown capacity and competence anywhere he finds himself.
He pleaded for support from all the stakeholders in the Oyo zone for the aspiration of the Barrister as he is one of them in Oyo town and this has reflected in the way the aspirant has placed Oyo town.

Speaking on behalf of the local government chairmen, the Chairman of Oyo East Local Government, Hon. Olusola Oluokun said Olaleye is one of the few public servants who interface with people directly and whose door is always widely open to everyone.



An Ex officio of the South West PDP Exco Hon. Tirimisiyu Azeez in his remarks prayed for Engr Seyi Makinde for continued upliftment, wisdom and grace as he has shown what true leadership is to the people of Oyo State.

Hon. Gbenga Oyekola while speaking on behalf of Senator Monsura Sunmonu and other stakeholders present at the meeting, said the PDP in Oyo zone is an indivisible family under the leadership of Senator Monsura Sunmonu which makes the support of Oyo PDP stakeholders critical to any aspiration of any aspirant. He was assured of the zone delivering massively one electoral victory.

Hon. Adegbite Isaiah Alaba said Oyo town and Ogo-Oluwa/Surulere State Constituency have shared a special bond which has spanned several years and it is clear that the bond will be reinforced through the support of the Party leaders and stakeholders in Oyo town.

He commended them for standing by the leader of the Party in the State, Governor Seyi Makinde, Alhaja Monsura Sunmonu and the Party at this critical time.
The stakeholders at the meeting included the Chairman of Oyo West Local Government, Hon. Akeem Salam Olukitibi; Hon. Olusola Oluokun, the Chairman of Oyo East; Aikomo Olufemi Emmanuel, the Chairman of Afijio Local Government; Hon. Hon. Wahab Waliu Adetunji, Alhaji Quadri Olatunji, Alhaji Sulaimon Akinola, Mr Wale Ajibade, Hon. Adeleke Bashiru, Asiwaju Rasaq Azeez, Alhaji Sumaila Yusuf, Alhaji Belau, Alhaji Sumaila Ebo, Engr Adedeji Dele, Baba Happiness, Adebayo Akeem, Alhaji Jelili Alala, Hon. Wale Ogunsola, Alhaji Badmus Aleroleyin, Pa. Ayangbemi Isaac and others.

In the entourage of the senatorial hopeful were Hon. Adegbite Isaiah, the Chairman of Surulere Local Government, Hon. Abideen Adeoye Ogundare, Honourable representing Ogooluwa/Surulere State Constituency, Hon. Simeon Ibitoye, Leader of the House, Surulere Local Government, Hon Mustapha Rasaq, member of the TESCOM Board, Hon Adeeyo Okesanjo, Chairman of the PDP in Surulere Local Government, Hon Gbade Adediran, Chairman of the PDP in Ogooluwa Local Government and others.

Olaleye Seeks Support of Oyo Central Senatorial District stakeholders As Consultations Continue

- Stakeholders Charge on Good Reward System, Financial Muscles

In continuation of his consultation meetings with critical stakeholders and elders of the People's Democratic Party in Oyo Central Senatorial District, the Oyo Central Senatorial hopeful and the Commissioner for Agricultural and Rural Development, Barrister Olaleye Olasunkanmi met with leaders, elders and stakeholders of the Party across the eleven local government areas of the senatorial district at the Ikolaba home of Elder Wole Oyelese.

While welcoming him to the meeting, Elder Wole Oyelese said the party is not in the opposition in Oyo State even though, it does not have senators in the Senate. He said the party has a long way to go, which is why he is admonishing Barrister Olasunkanmi Olaleye not to become inaccessible to the very people whose support he is seeking when he finally gets what he's looking for.

He urged him to take the reward of ordinary party members as non-negotiable and sacrosanct as the era of the zero reward system is over.

Hon. Mufutau Ogunremi, the State Financial Secretary of the Party reiterated his earlier position during a meeting last week on Barrister Olasunkanmi Olaleye as a complete gentleman whose office is accessible to the party members and also stands by the Party.

He said the roles played by Barrister Olaleye in securing the Oyo Central Senatorial District office and also making it habitable are not in small measure.

Alhaja Ademola Mukaila from Oluyole local government said becoming a senator is not a small task and it requires a planned and sustained process over time. He said that, as someone who has been a commissioner in five different ministries, he urged him to use his wealth of experience in navigating the Senate to facilitate development in the Oyo Central Senatorial District.

The State Organising Secretary of the Party, Alhaja Wulemotu Ibitoye reiterated Elder Oyelese' s earlier statement that the reward of the party members should not be paid with lip-service as people who work deserve to reap the fruits of their struggles while also vouching for his unhindered accessibility to the people.

Alhaja Kolawole Ibrahim from Egbeda Local Government charged the nomadic public servant to list his achievements across the eleven local government seeing how he has worked in almost all the critical ministries in the Seyi Makinde-led administration.

Hon. Oladejo Success from Lagelu Local Government said his encounter with Barrister Olaleye during the last election where he proved himself as a leader of great repute and his integrity is not in question as someone who won't fail his people.

He also reiterated the need for huge financial muscles as running for the Oyo Central senatorial District election is not different from running for the State governorship elections.

While responding to questions, Olaleye listed the number of projects he has carried out across the 11 local government areas in Oyo Central Senatorial District which included: facilitation of construction of RAAMP road project, Adebayo Aláta - Olokooyo in Oluyole Local Government, Ijaiye-Ido 32km in Akinyele Local Government, Agrologistics Centre/ Market in Onaara Local Government, facilitation of construction of Olorunda- Akobo in Lagelu Local Government, facilitation of construction of roads in Egbeda Local Government and others.

Others included facilitation of training of youths in tractor mechanisation and Operations, distribution of farm inputs to farmers across the State and amongst others.

He assured the stakeholders that he's better equipped with the required financial muscles to run for the elections without hiccups and he will also ensure party members are adequately compensated.

Rounding the meeting up, the Co-chairman of the Oyo State Elders' Council Elder Wole Oyelese commended Barrister Olaleye Olasunkanmi for being an upstanding party stakeholder and the feedback he received from people when he intimated them about today's meeting was positive.

He said one of the problems bedevilling Nigeria is voting for people who do not have the required experience for positions of authority but he has shown that he is a round peg in a round hole.

While giving the vote of thanks, the Executive Chairman of Surulere Local Government, Hon. Adegbite Isaiah Alaba appreciated the stakeholders and leaders present at the meeting for their warm reception.

He assured them that party members will not be neglected and their welfare will always remain germane if Barrister Olaleye is given the party’s mandate to serve.

Amongst the stakeholders present at the meeting were Mr Kehinde Fabunmi JP, Hon. I. M Bakare, Hon. Oladejo, Alhaji Kola Ibrahim, Mr Olusola Shofowora, Hon. Kehinde Salawu, Chief Akin Aderibigbe, Evangelist Sunday Ayobami, Alhaji Gazali Rauf, Chief Adurodekun Waheed, Engr Julius Akinsola Alfa Kehinde Adeyemo and others.

On the entourage of the Honourable Commissioner included Hon Adegbite Isaiah Alaba, the Chairman of Surulere Local Government; Hon Abideen Adeoye Ogundare, Honourable representing Ogooluwa/Surulere State Constituency;
Hon Simeon Ibitoye, Leader of the House, Surulere Local Government; Hon Mustapha Rasaq, member of the TESCOM Board;
Hon Adeeyo Okesanjo, Chairman of the PDP in Surulere Local Government; and Hon Gbade Adediran, Chairman of the PDP in Ogooluwa Local Government.

Who is Olasunkanmi Olaleye, aspirant for Oyo Central Senatorial Seat?

1. A Proven Leader with Unmatched Experience

Barrister Olasunkanmi Olaleye stands out as one of Oyo State’s most seasoned public servants, with a track record that cuts across critical sectors of governance. As the current Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, he has championed initiatives like the 50% Tractorisation Subsidy that directly empowers farmers, boosts food security, and modernizes rural economies. His leadership style blends policy expertise with grassroots engagement, earning him respect among farmers, stakeholders, and traditional institutions across the state.

2. Driving Agricultural Transformation

Under his watch, the Ministry of Agriculture has moved beyond rhetoric to practical interventions — from tractor access and mechanization to farmer registration and linkage with extension services. These efforts show a commissioner who understands that agriculture is not just a ministry but the backbone of Oyo’s economy. His focus on productivity, youth participation, and rural livelihoods positions him to drive federal agricultural policies that will benefit Oyo Central directly.

3. Steward of Electoral Integrity

Before his current role, Barr. Olaleye served as Chairman of the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC), where he oversaw the conduct of local government elections. In a role that demands neutrality, legal acumen, and firmness, he managed processes that strengthened confidence in grassroots democracy. This experience underlines his understanding of electoral systems and his capacity to protect the will of the people — qualities essential for effective representation at the Senate.

4. Defender of the Rule of Law

As a trained lawyer, his tenure at OYSIEC was marked by adherence to procedure and fairness, even under political pressure. That legal grounding gives him the discipline to interpret bills, scrutinize executive actions, and protect constituents’ rights at the national level. He brings to the Senate not just political ambition but constitutional literacy.

5. Breadth Across Ministries

His competence is further proven by his stewardship of multiple strategic ministries: Education; Establishment and Training; Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters; and Trade and Investment. In Education, he contributed to policies that improved access and quality. In Establishment, he handled civil service reforms and personnel management. At Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, he worked closely with traditional rulers and council administrators, deepening his grasp of grassroots governance. In Trade and Investment, he supported frameworks to attract enterprise and expand economic opportunities.

6. Bridge Between Government and Traditional Institutions

His time in Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters gave him direct access to royal fathers, community leaders, and local councils — the real custodians of grassroots stability. He understands the delicate balance between modern governance and traditional authority, an asset for legislative work that touches land, culture, and local administration in Oyo Central.

7. Experience in Human Capital Development

Through the Ministries of Education and Establishment, Barr. Olaleye dealt with two critical areas: schools and the civil service. He saw firsthand how policies affect teachers, students, and workers. That insight matters in the Senate, where laws on education funding, pensions, and public sector reforms directly affect families in Oyo Central.

8. Promoting Commerce and Enterprise

At Trade and Investment, he supported initiatives that connect local producers with markets and encourage private sector growth. He understands what it takes to move a farmer from subsistence to agribusiness, and what young entrepreneurs need to scale. In the Senate, that translates to pushing for credit access, infrastructure, and policies that unlock economic potential in the district.

9. Need for a Senator Who Understands Oyo Central

Oyo Central Senatorial District needs a voice with both legislative intelligence and executive experience. Barr. Olaleye’s legal background, combined with years of navigating policy, administration, and development programs, positions him to sponsor impactful bills, attract federal projects, and provide oversight that delivers results. His familiarity with agriculture — the economic mainstay of many communities in Oyo Central — means he can translate national legislation into direct benefits for farmers, youths, and entrepreneurs.

10. Competence, Character, Continuity

Beyond positions held, Barr. Olasunkanmi Olaleye represents stability, competence, and a politics of service. He has worked under different administrations and delivered across portfolios without controversy, showing discipline and focus on governance over rhetoric. For Oyo Central, his aspiration to the Senate is not just ambition — it is continuity of service on a larger platform, bringing the district a representative who knows government from within, understands its people, and has the capacity to turn policies into progress.

Stakeholders Rally Round Olasunkanmiʼs Senatorial Bid as Oyo Central PDP Holds First Senatorial Meeting

~ Says it's a party errand not personal

The People's Democratic Party in Oyo Central Senatorial District has held its first meeting after their emergence in the 2025 congress. In his welcome address, Hon. Dayo Opatokun said the new senatorial executive committee comprises people with impeccable characters and deep knowledge of party discipline and experience.

He urged both the members of the Executive Committee and party members to continue to believe in the leadership of Engr Seyi Makinde.

He also welcomed the arrival of the Commissioner of Agriculture and Rural Development who also graced the meeting to declare his senatorial ambition.

Barrister Olaleye while declaring his senatorial bid, said he has been a reputable lawyer for 28 years, a move he described as an added advantage to his bid if allowed to represent the people of Oyo Central Senatorial District, as his background in law interpretation makes him a suitable candidate for the senatorial district.

He described himself as a complete party man who has continued to play his part in the progress of the Party. He revealed that he brought the PDP into Surulere Local Government in 1996.

He also made it known that he would be the senator for the party and he would always place the party first and ahead of every other thing.

The Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development said he is not new to public service as he has served in different capacities, such as the Chairman of the Land Allocation Committee in 2006, and Chairman of Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission between 2007 and 2011.

The PDP chieftain who is considered a nomadic public servant said that since the inception of Engr Seyi Makinde-led administration, he has served as Commissioner for Establishing and Training, Education, Science and Technology; Trade, Industry and Investment; Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters; and currently, Agriculture and Rural Development

He said his experience in the ministries he has served afforded him the needed experience to get better representation for the people as experiences gathered across these ministries make him a better aspirant ahead of others

In his goodwill message, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on SDGs, Hon. Mufutau Ogunremi described Barrister Olaleye as a complete party man who has a lot of regard for party establishment and structure. He said Olaleye is a man who is accessible at all times to the people.

He said Olaleye represents fresh air that the party and the senatorial district need at this critical time as his experience and expertise will bring the needed representation to the people of the senatorial district.

While also giving his goodwill message, the State Secretary of the Party, Hon. Oyeyemi Oyelami said that Barrister Olaleye's antecedent has preceded him as he is well-known for putting the party first and also delivering on the mandate of his office.

He prayed that his aspiration would come to fruition as he has shown that he would not let the party down both in service delivery and bringing the dividends of democracy to the people.

The State Organising Secretary, Chief Mrs Wulemotu Ibitoye urged Barrister Olaleye to continue being a good ambassador of the party he has always been. She charged him not to deviate from his Omoluabi ethos which he is known for.

She pleaded for women to be taken care of more than they currently are as they are the army who are used for electioneering work but their rewards do not commensurate with the work and energy they put in.

The chairman of all the PDP local government chairmen, Hon. Falowo said it is the turn of politicians who know what it takes to win elections to take the mantle of leadership.

He further charged him not to relent in his efforts to take care of the party as this continues to put the party on the path of winning.

In their remarks, the Ogo-oluwa and Surulere Local Government Party chairmen said the roles Barrister Olasunkanmi Olaleye has been playing in both local government areas are the reasons the PDP has not died, as his leadership roles in the two local government areas have provided stability in the face of hostility and adversity.

While giving the vote of thanks, the State Legal Adviser of the Party, Barrister Idris Durosaro said the Party in the Senatorial District appreciated the Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development for choosing the path of the Party to declare his ambition whole also noting his aspiration. He urged other aspirants to emulate Barrister Olaleye who has declared his ambition with the Party and not on social media.

He also charged him to meet other critical stakeholders across the eleven local government areas of the senatorial district and particularly the overall leader of the Party in the State, Governor Seyi Makinde.

He also appreciated the commitment of the party members towards the party's growth and support towards the Seyi Makinde-led Oyo State Government, promising that the party will continue to do right by the people through excellent presentation, quality service delivery and people-centred candidates.

Present at the meeting were State Secretary of the Party, Hon. Oyeyemi Oyelami; State Financial Secretary, Alhaji Mufutau Ogunremi; Senatorial Chairman, Hon. Oludayo Opatokun; State Organising Secretary, Alhaja Wulemotu Ibitoye; the State Legal Adviser, Barrister Idris Durosayo; State Ex officio, Barrister Waheed Gbadegesin; Assistant Publicity Secretary, Prince Oluyinka Moses Tella; local government party chairmen, members of the senatorial executive committee and others.

To participate in the 50% Oyo State Tractorisation Subsidy for the year 2026, follow these steps:

- Contact the Extension Officer/Booking agent who is the representative of the Ministry. Their numbers are available on the flyer.

- Farm Visit: The extension officer will visit your farm to map and register the land size and type of crop you plan to grow.

- Make Payment: farmers are to make payment of 50% share of the tractor service cost into the account provided by the Ministry.

- Tractor Deployment: The ministry will deploy a tractor to your farm after payment confirmation.

NB: Check Flyers below for more details.

Wishing you a blessed Eid Mubarak! 🎉 May this joyous occasion bring peace, happiness, and prosperity to you and your loved ones.

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Oyo State

50% Tractorisation Subsidy: Oyo Govt Trains 116 Extension Agents, Monitoring Officers On Improved Mapping Application

Oyo State Government has trained 116 Extension Agents and Monitoring Officers on the newly improved mapping application deployed under the State’s 50% Tractorisation Subsidy Programme, as part of efforts to strengthen agricultural service delivery and ensure transparency in government interventions.

Declaring the training open, the State Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Barr. Olasunkanmi Olaleye, stated that agriculture remains a central pillar in the economic development agenda of Governor Engr. Seyi Makinde, explained that the administration remains committed to boosting food production while ensuring efficiency, transparency and accountability in the implementation of agricultural programmes across the State.

He noted that the introduction of the upgraded mapping application represents a significant milestone in the Tractorisation Subsidy Programme, as it will enable accurate geo-referencing of farm locations and sizes, eliminate duplication, ensure fair allocation of subsidised services, strengthen monitoring and evaluation, and provide real-time data for planning and policy decisions.

According to him, the innovation will also enhance transparency and accountability in programme implementation.

Barr. Olaleye therefore urged the participants to take the training seriously, noting that Extension Agents and Monitoring Officers remain the backbone of agricultural service delivery in the State.

He added that the training is designed to equip them with the necessary technical knowledge and practical skills to effectively utilise the improved mapping application, while also commending the Department of Agricultural Extension Services and other partners for their commitment to strengthening agricultural mechanisation in Oyo State.