Places in Oyo

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History of Ibadan Civil Centre Ibadan Civil Centre was established in 2009. Built by Chief Daisi in 2009. Searching for that perfect event place in Ibadan? Come check out this major landmark and beautiful premier event centre adorning Ibadan's landscape. Security/Safety of Ibadan Civil Centre This is a very safe location. Dress according to the occassion What To Bring Before heading to Ibadan Civil Centre, here are some helpful things to take along with you: If you are a guest, bring along your Invitation Card Come along with a Camera to capture the event and lovely sights Best Features The first world-class civic centre within Ibadan city, the architectural uniqueness of this edifice was drawn from Roman-styled designs with columns and chandeliers all in white that gives a majestic look to the centre. It features four main halls including the famous Agbeke Hall which is on the ground floor and consists of a 2,000-seater venue that is exquisitely decorated for high class events. It comes with banquet chairs and tables with a stage. There is also the 3 other 400-seater conference rooms on the upper floor. These are ideal for smaller crowd functions like engagement parties and others. The centre also boasts of a car park space for about 500 cars inside the premises with armed and private security round the clock. Writer's Review The centre is beautiful, easily accessible, and manned by well trained and courteous staff adept at the business at hand and concerned mainly with customer satisfaction.

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History of Federal Government College, Ogbomoso Federal Government College, Ogbomoso was established in 1997. Built by Federal Government of Nigeria in 1997. One of the 104 Federal Government owned unity colleges established with the aim of fostering national unity among youths from various parts of the country, this is a co-educational secondary school that prepares students for excellent performance in external examinations and lays a solid foundation for higher education. Security/Safety of Federal Government College, Ogbomoso This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Federal Government College, Ogbomoso, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Educational materials Housing necessities if you are a new or returning student Your ID card in case you need identification proof Best Features The operative curriculum is diversified and geared towards meeting the needs of every learner’s aptitude and ability as well as the developmental needs of the country. Their alumni are found all over the globe, excelling, competing and contributing to the development of Nigeria. Writer's Review This is a co-education institution that has excelled in both academic and co-curricular competitions. Most common visitors Students, teachers, parents and guardians.

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History of Ibadan Airport Ibadan Airport. Located in one of the largest and most populous city in Nigeria, Ibadan Airport services more than its fair share of travelers yearly. This is the main airport servicing the Ibadan presently. Security/Safety of Ibadan Airport This is a very safe location. be cautious of your possessions as pick-pockets look for easy targets What To Bring Before heading to Ibadan Airport, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Your flight document: passport, flight ticket, booking confirmation. Your luggage. Music player or a good book to keep you company as you await your flight. Writer's Review Flights here are not daily. Call ahead to know the week's schedule before you make your bookings and arrangements. Most common visitors Travelers, air force personnel, pilots and aviation officers frequent this location.

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History of Oyo State Government Secretariat Oyo State Government Secretariat. This is the permanent administrative office of the Oyo State Government. Here, all state agencies and parastatals are quartered. As such, this is one of the most important place in the state. Security/Safety of Oyo State Government Secretariat This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Oyo State Government Secretariat, here are some helpful things to take along with you: A means of identification. Writer's Review Many, if not all government ministries and agencies operate from this imposing complex. If you have any business with the government, you will most likely find yourself here.

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About Oyo State NYSC Secretariat Oyo State NYSC Secretariat. This is the administrative office of the National Youth Service Corps in Oyo. It oversees the welfare, documentation and the general affairs of youth corpers in the state. Security/Safety of Oyo State NYSC Secretariat This is a very safe location. Always come in your NYSC uniform or you won't be attended to Office Hours 8 am to 4 pm from Monday to Friday What To Bring Before heading to Oyo State NYSC Secretariat, here are some helpful things to take along with you: All documents regarding NYSC including; Call-up letter, Registration documents, School's Certificate, Green Card and Student ID Card Copies of Passport Photographs Your NYSC ID Card Best Features While there are secretariats in all local governments in the state, this is the headquarters and so houses the State Coordinator, along with other high ranking state officials. It is here to report to after your 21 days at the Orientation Camp to get assigned to your Place of Primary Assignment (PPA). Weekly Community Development Service (CDS) are also held here, along with the NYSC sponsored Skills Acquisition Entrepreneurship Development program. This is also where to go if you have inquiries about the NYSC scheme in Oyo State. Writer's Review As long as you are fully kitted in your NYSC uniform, you have no fear of being turned away. Different people have different tales of how they interacted with the officials and staff but I have found that a smile, knowledge of the local language, and an appealing face helps for a positive interaction. It will be wise to befriend one of the staff as you never know when an inside-ear will be needed. Most common visitors You will see a lot of Corps members, NYSC staff, SAED Instructors and hawkers here.

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History of Federal High Court, Ibadan Federal High Court, Ibadan. This is a premier court of first instance, that is generally a court of original jurisdiction. Headquartered in Abuja, this is the Oyo state division of the court and it is presided over by a Chief Judge who is assisted by other Judges. Security/Safety of Federal High Court, Ibadan This is a very safe location. If you must take it, put your phone on Silent Mode while court is in session What To Bring Before heading to Federal High Court, Ibadan, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Your Wig and Black Gown if you are a practicing Lawyer. All documents relating to your case. Best Features It was originally known as the Federal Revenue Court before it was renamed in 1979. It deals and determines causes and matters within the Federal Legislative competence. It is recognizable from the big structure of Lady Justice wielding a sword and a scale that is visible from any part of the court. Most common visitors Legal practitioners, petitioners, and journalists are some of the people that frequent this location.

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History of University College Hospital, Ibadan University College Hospital, Ibadan was built in 1953. It is notable as in response to the need for the training of medical personnel and other healthcare professionals for the country and the West African Sub-Region. This is a federal government owned teaching hospital attached to the University of Ibadan. Primarily a tertiary institution, it also offers primary and secondary health care services to the neighboring communities. Security/Safety of University College Hospital, Ibadan This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to University College Hospital, Ibadan, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Medical files and records. An overnight bag with extra set of clothes in case you are admitted. Educational materials as needed if you're a medical student. Best Features Currently the hospital has 850 bed spaces and 163 examination couches. In addition to undergraduate medical programme, the UCH also provides for Postgraduate Residency Training Programmes. Due to the many modern facilities, manpower and track records, the Hospital enjoy wide patronage of both national and international clientele. Most common visitors For the hospital will be a consultant medical center for the whole country and from the hospital, will go out highly qualified doctors for the service throughout Nigeria-Sir Sydney Phillipson C.M.G For the hospital will be a consultant medical center for the whole country and from the hospital, will go out highly qualified doctors for the service throughout Nigeria-Sir Sydney Phillipson C.M.G

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About IITA Forest Reserve IITA’s forest was originally part of much larger forests in southwestern Nigeria but now, surrounded by the city of Ibadan. It is the best protected and only urban forest in the region. This makes it a centre of biodiversity and a refuge for once common species. Over 450 different plants, 272 birds, 236 butterflies, 48 mammals and 28 reptiles and amphibians have been recorded and many more await discovery. The forest reserve can be visited by families, individuals who appreciate nature, tourists and historians. The IITA ( International  Institute of Tropical Agriculture) Forest reserve  is a 350 hectares of land managed by the Natural Resource management department of the IITA. The IITA aims at providing solutions to the degradation of natural resources, hunger and poverty in Nigeria and Africa in general by preserving and properly managing the absolutely beautiful and highly diversified forest reserve. Services The IITA Forest Reserve offers opportunity to see and watch so many species of animals and birds and make use of their recreational facilities. Best Features IITA Forest Reserve provides a lot more than a chance to see and watch so many species of animals and birds, recreational facilities like a 9- hole golf course, football pitch, a badminton court, lawn tennis court and a swimming pool. Who Can Visit The forest reserve can be visited by families, individuals who appreciate nature, tourists and historians. Best Time to visit Best time to visit the IITA forest reserve is during its open hours and during the rainy season as well when the plants are in full bloom so as to enjoy your adventure. Safety Safety at the forest reserve is of paramount importance so there is no threat to security at the reserve. There are security agents around the forest reserve.

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History of Nigerian Institute Of Social And Economic Research Nigerian Institute Of Social And Economic Research was built in 1986. Built by the federal government in 1986. Following the dissolution of the West African Institute of Social and Economic Research (WAISER), which was established to serve as a Think Tank in the field of social and economic development for the then British West Africa territory, this institute was birthed to constantly monitor development in agriculture, economic, social, governance, physical, human resources and business, and technological aspects of Nigerian society. Security/Safety of Nigerian Institute Of Social And Economic Research This is a very safe location.

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History of Catholic Church of Ascension Catholic Church of Ascension was built in 1991. Built by The Catholic Church in 1991. There is great peace that comes with stepping into God's presence in reverence and humility. Here is a Catholic church that transforms one into God's Grace whenever worshipers come together in Holy gathering. Security/Safety of Catholic Church of Ascension This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Catholic Church of Ascension, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Holy Bible and Hymn Book Your Rosary Offerings and Tithes Things to do while at Catholic Church of Ascension Before heading to Catholic Church of Ascension, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Go for confession Partake in Communion service Best Features Featuring the distinctive elements of a Catholic church's architecture and furnishings, it suffuses one with reverence and humility as you enter. A joyful church where God is exalted and revered, it has a choir that always transports one into the realms of the divine. You can come for morning and evening mass all through the week. There are specific days for Confessions and Communion. It also has ample parking space for car convenience. Most common visitors It is a frequented and sacred place of worship for Christians, majorly those of the Catholic faith.

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About Onigambari Forest Reserve The Onigambari Forest Reserve was declared from Ibadan Forest Reserve by a resolution of the Ibadan city council passed in September 1899. A month later, the Mamu portion was added and to the government by deed of gift. Both sections were consolidated to form Gambari Forest Reserve in 1953 making a total area of 125.62 km2. This is a forest reserve known for its untamed wildness and the abundance of nature. A place that holds interest because of the different species of trees and plants, it is a great place for nature daredevils who seek a thrilling adventure exploring the wonders of a forest untainted by man. Onigambari Forest Reserve is located between latitude 7°261N and longitude 3°51E. The plot lies within Gambari Forest Reserve about 17k m south-east of Ibadan on the Idi-Ayunre-Ijebu-Ode road, Oyo State. It was laid about 2k m away from the nearest road well obscured by some forest fallows in the neighbourhood. SERVICES There are no services rendered here as the forest is not properly managed. BEST FEATURES  It has a very beautiful green environment BEST TIME TO VISIT It can be visited at any time of the year WHO CAN VISIT Historians, tourists SAFETY It is not safe at night as there are no security agents around the forest and one needs to be extremely careful