Buhari endorsed Obaseki, Akeredolu for second term, says Oyegun

Olalekan Adetayo, Abuja
PUNCH

The immediate past National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress, Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, says the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), has endorsed an agreement that Governor Godwin Obaseki and Rotimi Akeredolu of Edo and Ondo states respectively be returned for second term unless they do not wish to continue in office.

The PUNCH reports that governorship election is scheduled to hold in Edo State on September 19 while that of Ondo State is slated for October 10.

Obaseki and Akeredolu, who are both members of the APC are first-term governors, and have expressed interest in second term in office.

Odigie-Oyegun, in an advertorial published in some national newspapers on Thursday, said he was aware that Buhari had endorsed that the two governors be given right of first refusal.

He, however, said since democracy did not encourage imposition, the party must also accept and present governorship aspirants.

He said, “I also welcome most warmly the news that Mr President has firmly endorsed the agreement reached to settle the disruptive leadership crisis at the national level that was threatening the very existence of the APC.

“The immediately relevant part of the agreement was that both the governors – Mr Godwin Nogheghase Obaseki of Edo State and Mr Oluwarotimi Akeredolu Aketi, SAN of Ondo State have performed creditably and should be returned unless they do not so wish.

“This means that the party, in unity, should organise to support the return of both governors.

“Our democracy of course has no room for imposition, so the party must accept and also present members that offer themselves to serve in the positions being occupied by the incumbent governors.”

In the case of Edo State, the former party chairman expressed the hope that a consensus can be built around Obaseki because he has performed well and has not offended any aspect of the party’s constitution.

If a consensus cannot be built, Odigie-Oyegun said “everything must be done to ensure that the persons in the leadership of the party at the centre who are part of the contrived crisis in Edo State must not even remotely be allowed to plan, participate or supervise the primary election.”

He said allowing any member of the national leadership involved in the crisis in the state would amount to making such person (s) judges in their own case.

He said such was contrary to the principle of natural justice and would be resisted.

“Transparency must start with the guidelines as to how the primary elections will be conducted,” he said.

Source:https://thenationonlineng.net/odigie-oyegun-apc-should-return-obaseki-akeredolu/

SYNERGY BETWEEN MINISTRY OF INFORMATION AND ONDO HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON INFORMATION WILL BOOST RELATIONSHIP, SAYS OJOGO

Ondo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mr. Donald Ojogo, emphasised that the synergy between the Ministry of Information and Orientation and members of the State House Committee on Information will further solidify their relationship.

Speaking while hosting members of the Committee on Information who were on an oversight visit to the Ministry in Akure, the Ondo State capital.

The Information Commissioner welcomed the legislators to the Ministry and appreciated them for coming to feel the pulse of the ministry at the crucial moment.

Mr. Ojogo noted that their visit and words of encouragement would boost the morale of the management and entire staff of the Ministry.

He echoed that the Ministry is very strategic and has remained professional in Information gathering, processing and dissemination of government activities.

He, went further that Information management and security needs adequate funding, adding that much has been appropriated for the Ministry but has not been cashed due to paucity of fund, owing to global economic challenges.

The government spokesman stressed that the achievements of government and House of Assembly cannot be effectively publicised without adequate funding.

He, therefore appealed to the Committee to use their machinery to speak about the need to provide necessary fund that will make the Ministry perform effectively.

Members of the Committee who were at the meeting appreciated efforts of the Ministry for projecting the government to the outside world through adequate and regular publicity via electronic and print media.

They urged the Ministry to carry members of the Committee along in their activities as that will further strengthen the relationship between the House Committee on Information and the State Ministry of Information and Orientation.

They emphasized that the House has nothing against the executive arm of government, as they are one family and their goals is to support the Governor in his developmental strides in the State.

The House Committee on Information was led by the Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Omole other members were; Hon. Dr. Abiodun Falaye, Hon. Samuel Edamisan Ademola, Hon. Prince Abayomi Akinruntan, Hon. Dr. Adeyemi Olayemi and Hon. Toluwani Borokini

Sola Omoboyowa, Press Officer, Ministry of Information and Orientation

10 BULLDOZERS DEDICATED TO CASSAVA REVOLUTION ARRIVE IN ONDO-LINYI INDUSTRIAL HUB.

In preparation for mass cassava farming in Nigeria, to ensure food security and provide cassava for Ondo State's first, high capacity Cassava to Ethanol factory located in the Ondo-Linyi Industrial Hub, We-Distillery, the ethanol manufacturers at the hub have purchased 10 D6 Bulldozers to assist farmers with land preparation across Ondo State.

Agriculture remains one of the most predictable ways of restoring Ondo State in particular, and Nigeria, in general, especially with the challenges posed by the Covid 19 pandemic.

Klick Konnect Networks Intl. Ltd, managers of the Ondo-Linyi Industrial Hub will like to advocate that Ondo State's farmers and youths take advantage of the cassava revolution project to empower themselves, whilst thanking His Excellency, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu for his foresight and his commitment to industrialization, and the establishment of the Hub.

Covid 19: Akeredolu urges vigilance, advises against self medication


Ondo State Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, on Monday, May 18, 2020, asked the residents to be vigilant and come together to stop the spread of the Coronavirus disease.

He asked them to report all suspicious cases to the government for prompt and necessary actions.
Akeredolu, who spoke during the weekly press briefing on the deadly virus at the Government House in Akure, passionately appealed to the residents not to jeopardise their health through self medication.

While speaking on the four confirmed new cases of the virus in Ondo State, Akeredolu added that his government would continue to demonstrate the will and zeal to do all it takes to save the lives of the people of the state.

He said: "Of all the 20 cases so far confirmed in Ondo State, 13 have been successfully treated and discharged, one dead and six in bed, undergoing treatment. What is clear in this data is that COVID-19 can be treated if detected and reported early."

The governor recalled that the state government took some measures to stem the rave of the pandemic.

He mentioned such measures to include monitoring all entry points and blocking illegal routes into the state; and restriction of the operations of the main and community markets, among others.

The objectives of the measures, according to the governor, are to enforce social and physical distancing as well as restriction of unauthorised movements.

He said: "The goal is to stop imported cases and community transmission, both of which have been identified as the main sources of the spread in our State."

The governnor, however, praised the people for their substantial compliance with the regulations.
He also commended the security agencies for their sense of focus, professionalism and discretion.

Apart from saluting the health workers for their competency, the governor asked the people of the state to dedicate themselves to community care by reporting all suspicions to health workers through the rapid response team available on the specially designated toll-free numbers.

Governor Akeredolu, besides stresssing that the use of herbal combinations and orthodox medicine mostly being promoted and displayed on the social media and elsewhere are not yet authenticated and approved for clinical use, said: "While Government remains mindful of the challenges imposed upon all of us by this pandemic, I wish to emphasise that we will continue to take every lawful and necessary measures towards the welfare and protection of our people.

"We will do all to ensure freedom, confidence and prosperity for our people, including the right to seek the face of God almighty at all times and especially at these crucial times"

He therefore gave the hint that the government would be meeting with religious leaders and other stakeholders within the state to explore ways of returning religious worship to the society.

The governnor said: "We will accelerate such consultations and review and, without

doubt, the people will hear from me very soon.
"Meanwhile, let me state categorically that all containment regulations earlier pronounced by Ondo State Government are geared towards protection of the people and containment of the spread of the pandemic. So far, they have led us to modest success and they shall remain in force accordingly.

" Such measures include the dusk to dawn curfew, border and entry points closure, physical and social distancing, restrictions on business and market activities, compulsory use of face masks, guided burial and interment protocols as well as all personal hygiene practices.

“While substantial compliance with approved days and modes of operation has been noticed in the markets, a brazen and flagrant disobedience of these simple regulations by sellers and hawkers of non-essential item have also been noted.

"This particularly has to do with sellers and buyers of second-hand clothing and other fabrics, cosmetics, phone accessories and others in same category, especially in Akure the state capital and other city centres.

“For those in this category, who in defiance, insist on endangering the lives of others for their own selfish gain, let me use this opportunity, for the umpteenth time, to appeal to you to comply with the laid down regulations. It is for your own good."



Fisayo Falodi
Press Secretary (Print) to Gov Akeredolu

�Nguher Gabrielle Zaki


Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2020/05/18/covid-19-akeredolu-urges-vigilance-advises-against-self-medication/

TheGiftedOne:
Agbo Jedi Jedi, bloomline cordial, and co failed us when we needed them the most.

na you sabi oooo

Ezennwa:
hmm!

Ok! we don hear.

when you heard about it we haven't received it

mutumina007:
Such a bright young man, this Babajide Akeredolu. Spot on to a proper leader in the making.

good leader of our time

FlordFlorez:
Ondo State future leader.

going higher

FlordFlorez:
Ondo State future leader.

ride on

PRESIDENT BUHARI RECEIVES MADAGASCAN COVID-19 HERBAL “DRUG” FROM GUINEA BISSAU’S PRESIDENT EMBALO, SAYS “I WILL LISTEN TO SCIENCE”

President Muhammadu Buhari Saturday at the State House, Abuja, received the Madagascan native formulation against the Covid-19 pandemic, and reiterated that he will listen to science before allowing traditional or any new medicines to be administered on Nigerians.

At an audience meeting with President Umaro Sissoco Embalo of Guinea Bissau who brought along with him the samples of the traditional medicine as shared to African nations by Madagascar, President Buhari said his position on all such herbal or traditional medicinal postulates had remained the same.

“We have our institutions, systems and processes in the country. Any such formulations should be sent to them for verification. I will not put it to use without the endorsement of our institutions,” said the Nigerian President.

On the main reason for his visit, President Embalo said having stabilized his country after the tussles that attended the general elections won by him, he had come to seek counsel from his “father,” President Buhari on his plan for a “government of national unity” and a proposed war against corruption in his country.

He also said that his new government met a country beset with a number of issues and problems, the resolution of which would require tremendous assistance from the “big brother,” Nigeria.

“Problems of Guinea Bissau are problems of Nigeria. I have come to you as your son. I need your help and assistance to make the people happy. I will not let you down, neither will I put you in any difficult situation,” the visiting leader told President Buhari.

In response to these demands, the Nigerian leader commended “General“ Embalo on his confirmation as President and for stabilizing the country. “I commend your political dexterity in getting the opposition to join the proposed unity government,” he said.

President Buhari restated the determination of Nigeria to keep West Africa politically stable and promised to support the new government in Guinea Bissau. “I will cooperate and help in every way possible,” assured the Nigerian President.

President Buhari also used the opportunity of the visit to praise the good work that the President of Niger Republic, Mahamadou Issoufou, who is the current Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is doing in the sub-region, and commended him for keeping him informed of all that is happening around.

Garba Shehu
Senior Special Assistant to the President
(Media & Publicity)
May 16, 2020

ARAKUNRIN AKEREDOLU’S SON SPEAKS ON RECOVERED N4.3B

By Admin on May 15, 2020
I FOUND THE 4 BILLION! YOU ALSO CAN TOO. YOU CAN FIND IT IN THE SALARY ARREARS!

LOL. I’ve been reading a lot of this whole 4 Billion house Saga. I don’t even have to be an insider to be able to Follow The Money. My analysis as a citizen of Ondo State.

The Auditor general report that is being “leaked” was from 2018. Auditor general is an arm of the executive so it came from the executive. That means there must be a record somewhere approved by the administration. Where can one find a record of revenue of the State? The state budget. The budget is public at ondobudget.com
To know what happened in 2018, you have to review the 2019 budget summary for an actual revenue generated by the state in 2018. In 2018, there is a line item called “Cash Reserves and Rollover fund” of over 4 Billion.
Hmmm.

Is a 4 billion “cash reserves fund” regular in Ondo State? I reviewed all the other budgets from 2017, 2019 and 2020 and found that this was a unique year for rollover.

Oh look! I found the money in three clicks.

Then I asked myself, should 4Billion be an issue or should it be treated politically? I reviewed many of the other revenue generated and there are three other major revenue that were 2 to 3 times this figure that weren’t politicized.
Noise most unnecessary.

Then I asked. Ok, what exactly is 4 billion in the grand scheme of a state budget; Overall revenue for 2018 was N106B and actual budget was N181B. So budget performance was still only 58.5%. So even with that extra 4 billion, the state could barely meet half of its budgeted obligations.
Then I asked again, your total revenue in 2018 is N106B. How much of your money is capital vs recurrent expenditure? Since the administration is quite loud about its prompt payment of salaries and arrears.
According to NBS/Budgit, Ondo state has on average spent around 86% of its revenue on recurrent expenditure (salaries and pensions etc). So in summary, odds are that of that 4.3 Billon, 86% was spent on paying salaries and arrears.

Maybe that explains why in 2018, more arrears were paid than any other year of this administration. (Not to take away from the Paris club refund. That was a major factor also)

I have only 2 questions.

This was from 2018 and the audited report was submitted from the executive to the house since then. Why is it coming up now? This is rhetorical.
We all know why. It is all part of the game. This administration must play. 2020 LOADING! BATTLE OF THE SANS. One was called customer daa da in 2016. The contender is the new customer daa da.

I dont think it is a good strategy though. Records are public, there has been 2 budget defenses, hearings and all that senrere before now and no one thought to bring it up? Was the chairman of this committee sleeping on the job all this while?

Why isn’t anyone actually following the money? Lol, it is all there. The internet is a powerful tool people. USE IT TO DEVELOP YOURSELF!
We are probing 2018 when we ought to be asking the executive; what is the plan for a state post covid. What happens in 2020 and beyond when there is no more FAAC.

Covid has obliterated all revenues of all tiers of govt. The past is irrelevant, it is the future that matters.

We are playing around here. Let us continue to play politics with our future.

In the meantime, I’ve had the opportunity of chatting with the SSA on Innovation and Partnerships Joel Ogunsola who is working with the Chairman of the Internal Revenue Service on a strategy for an Ondo State post Covid. They have superb ideas the state is looking to implement.

I’ve contributed a detailed economic analysis developed by our friends at Dalberg on new economic opportunities in this Covid era to assist with their work. We are hopeful that this information will assist the state in developing promising solutions that will help the economy.

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2020/05/15/arakunrin-akeredolus-son-speaks-on-recovered-n4-3b/

AKETI IS WORKING: FIGHT AGAINST COVID19

The Ondo State Government led by Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu SAN has been proactive in curtaining the Corona virus pandemic and it's effect.

The government through "Kajeun Aketi", an initiative of PMG has successfully served over 15,000 meals to people across 6 local government areas with more local government to be covered in coming days

The governor recently approved the payment of hazard allowance to Health workers's in the state in a tune of 50% of their consolidated basic salary, a move that is expected to improve the efficiency of health workers as fight against Covid19 intensifies.

The effort of Gov. Akeredolu to enforce the ban placed on interstate movements has also helped in reducing the amount of risk on resident's of the state. He was the first governor to raise alarm over the level of compromise at the state border as people were still entering the state in large numbers despite the ban before the Coalition of South West Governor's took the matter with strong hands giving stricter warning that only vehicles conveying essential materials be allowed interstate movements.

With just below 10 active cases of Covid19 in the state, the government has been able to increase the bed capacity in its Isolation centres to 210 beds, a tenfold increase in capacity. The state government has started distributing about 500,000 nose mask to residents of the state to help citizens adhere to the order of the government that using of nose mask remains compulsory in the state, a proactive measure to reduce the spread of the virus

Last month, Palliatives Committee distributed the 1st/2nd phase of palliatives across 18 LGAs, an initiative aimed at easing the effect of the lock down.

We cannot undermine the effort of Mr Governor towards the fight against Covid19 and all we can hope for is a quick end to the pandemic.

Stay home,
stay safe.

#AketiIsWorking
Read Less

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2020/05/10/aketi-is-working-fight-against-covid19/

Tissaia:
Hmmm the great scam called coronavirus

so there are still some people that still not believe there's Corona virus

Ivimilly:
Good development, make we dey watch if them go share am or if dem go begin sell am

share am

COVID-19: GOV AKEREDOLU RECEIVES LOCALLY-MADE NOSE MASKS, BEGINS MASSIVE DISTRIBUTION

As part of his numerous efforts geared towards combating the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic in Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu,SAN, on Thursday, 7 May, 2020, received the first round of the locally-produced nose masks for the people of the state.

Governor Akeredolu had on April 20, set up a special committee for the mass production of Nose Masks, headed by Mr. Gani Muhammed.

Governor Akeredolu said apart from the ongoing distribution of palliatives across the State, his administration has placed high premium on preventive measures to contain the spread of the deadly virus.

The Governor noted that over 400 tailors, drawn from the 18 local government areas of the state, were engaged for the mass production of the nose masks.

“It is also worth reiterating that the production are done according to the specifications of International Health Organisations and of course, the materials deployed for the production met the prescribed medical standard world over.“ the Governor said.

Arakunrin Akeredolu said he will ensure that the distribution of the nose masks be carried out in a manner that will ensure that they reach all political wards and households across the State.

He reteriated that wearing of nose masks in public places is mandatory for every resident of the State, adding that the enforcement of the measure has already commenced.

According to the Governor, whoever is arrested for not wearing the nose mask in public will be kept in the isolation centre for 14 days and have his/her specimen taken and tested for the virus.

Earlier, the chairman of the committee, Mr. Muhammed said the initiative has empowered several tailors across the state.

Olabode Richard Olatunde
Special Assistant to the Governor (New Media)
May 7, 2020.

� Blessed Michael

Source;https://citadelng.com.ng/2020/05/07/ondo-state-govt-distributes-free-nose-masks/

THREE MORE COVID-19 PATIENTS TREATED, DISCHARGED

We are delighted to inform the good people of Ondo State that three more Corona virus patients have been discharged. This brings to six, the number of patients treated and certified okay to join their families.

Those discharged today are:

*the first Police officer who earlier tested positive in Lagos but came to Akure out of panic

*the woman from Owo

*the lady who had arrived Akure from Abuja but was prevented from gaining access to her apartment by the vigilant landlord.

In effect, seven of the thirteen confirmed cases in Ondo State are still on admission at the IDH under strict protocols.

Donald Ojogo
Commissioner for Information and Orientation,
Ondo State.

May 6, 2020

COVID-19: We’ll Explore Alternative Medicine – Gov. Akeredolu

To further stop the spread of the Corona virus in the state, the Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu SAN, has assured that the state would explore other alternative medicine.
Akeredolu stated this in Akure, the state capital when organised labour visited him to mark the May Day celebration.

The governor disclosed that no medical officer in the state has been affected with the Covid-19.

Akeredolu who said that he would try the herbs suggested by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, noted that his government would procure more Personal Protective Equipment for health officials.

The governor who also informed that the state now has nine confirmed cases and three patients discharged, urged anybody with symptoms to come forward for early treatment to avoid critical situation.

While assuring that the state would not apply chloroquine to treat persons that presented themselves early for treatment, the governor assured medical personnel of adequate support.

He, however, cautioned health workers against not wearing PPEs while attending to patients that tested positive.
He said , “We still need to get protection for the Doctors. By tomorrow more supplies will come. Positive results are increasing by the day. We now have nine but three people have gone home. One person has tested negative. We are able to manage here because we diagnose on time.

“People should come out. People are rejecting ambulance. They say they don’t want neighbours to know they have the infection. if I am infected, I will battle it.
“Don’t hide it. If you present on time we will not use chloroquine and people are getting well. We will explore other treatment options.”

2020 WORKERS' DAY: GOV AKEREDOLU APPROVES CAR LOANS FOR PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS

... Workers hail Gov for acceding to HOS tenure elongation

As the world marks the 2020 Workers' Day globally amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu Aketi, SAN, has approved car loans for primary school teachers across the state.

Governor Akeredolu, who thanked the workers in the state for their understanding and support, assured that his administration will pay the outstanding one month arrears, being the last of the inherited seven months arrears from the previous administration.

He stressed that the arrears will be paid before the end of his first tenure in office.

Addressing reporters at the Government House, Alagbaka, Akure alongside labour leaders in the state, Governor Akeredolu said his administration has appointed 41 Permanent Secretaries based on merit and seniority in the civil service.

Arakunrin Akeredolu also disclosed that his administration has promoted deserving workers, while the 2020 promotion exercise has already commenced.

He said the training and retraining of workers has started, adding that building well-trained workers will promote efficiency and productivity.

According to the Governor, officers in some critical areas of the work force, like doctors and nurses have been recruited for improved health care delivery service in the state.


He said: "Through you, the labour leaders, I want to thank all our health workers. They are doing a great job. I want to thank God that the 3rd Coronavirus case, a medical officer, has been discharged."

Earlier, the state chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Sunday Adeleye thanked the Governor for acceding to labour leaders' request for tenure elongation for the Head of Service, Dare Aragbaiye.

He said: "For the first time, I want to state here publicly that the service elongation of the Head of Service, Mr. Dare Aragbaiye was not the making of the governor of Ondo State, but the wish of the workers of the state.

"We appreciate the Government of Ondo State of what it has been doing since inception in 2017. All workers have gotten their 2019 promotion letter. 2020 promotion exercise has also commenced. We are grateful for all you have done for us."

Olabode Richard Olatunde
Special Assistant to the Governor (New Media)
May 1st, 2020.

� Blessed Michael

COVID-19: OONI DONATES MOTORIZED MODULAR FUMIGATOR TO ONDO

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi has donated two motorized modular fumigator to the Ondo State Government, as part of his contributions to the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic in the country.

The monarch also engaged the service of a drone sprinkler–fumigator for the state government for a particular period of time.

The State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu,SAN, who received the donation, thanked the monarch for the gesture.

Governor Akeredolu said the state will make efforts to procure more of the motorized fumigator for the use of the state, adding that the motorized fumigator will serve more effective purposes.

Speaking earlier, Oba Adeyeye said the reality of the covid-19 has neccesitated the need to look inward for home made solutions, as the country must not rest on its oars.

He said: ”A lot of people will be wondering why I leave my palace to go around with this. Truth be told, why are you a king if you can’t cater for your people?

“In the olden days, the Kings are always at the forefront and give courage to their people. I’m leading by example for every other person to know that Covid-19 is real

“We are presenting two modular fumigator to the Ondo State government free of charge. The drone will work in term of rendering service for a particular time free of charge."

The monarch commended the governor for the steps taken so far in the battle against the deadly virus, saying it is very heartwarming.

Olabode Richard Olatunde
Special Assistant to the Governor (New Media)
April 30, 2020.

� Blessed Michael

COVID-19: GOV AKEREDOLU VISITS NOSE MASK PRODUCTION CENTER, EXPRESSES SATISFACTION AT QUALITY

Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, on Tuesday, visited the production center for the massive production of the nose masks in Akure, the state capital.

The Governor expressed satisfaction at the compliance with global standard by the State Committee on Production of Nose Masks.

Speaking at the production centre which has several production points in Akure during his visit, Governor Akeredolu commended the committee for using quality materials with standard specification.

According to him, with the level of work done so far by the committee within the short time of its inauguration, it was clear that it would deliver as scheduled.

Arakunrin Akeredolu used the occasion to call on all the residents of the state to ensure they wear nose masks as it is now mandatory for all to use it starting from first day in May adding that the
nose masks would be distributed to the residents free of charge.

"This committee is doing a wonderful job. You recall that we put them together few days ago and they have taken up the challenge and prepared to deliver on it. What the Committee is doing is marvellous", he said

Earlier, the Chairman of the Special Committee on Mass Production and Distribution of Nose Masks, Mr Gani Muhammed said the nose masks being produced by his committee were unique and specially made with global standard.

According to him, the materials could not allow water in, and also reusable which makes it different from others.

He said over 500, 000 units of the nose masks would be delivered to the State Government as the first tranche from the Akure Centre.

Mr Muhammed added that all the tailors sowing the nose masks are indigenes of the state drawn from across the 18 Local Government Areas of the state

Bola146:
I guess all these are okay

yes absolutely okay

As part of his contributions to the fight against the coronavirus pandemic, the Unity Bank Plc has donated N10 Million to the Ondo State Government.

The Managing Director, represented by Mr Lanre Awe, presented the cheque to the state governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State in Akure at the Government House on Monday.

He explained that the donation was in fulfillment of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) of the bank to the people.

Responding, Governor Akeredolu appreciated the efforts of the bank, and described the situation as an era where every person must show what they were doing in terms of CSR.

He further said the state government was earnestly battling the Covid-19 pandemic with all they had.

ONDO ASSEMBLY URGES PRAYER AT RAMADAN.

Lawmakers of the Ondo State House of Assembly have felicitated Muslim Faithful across the Globe on the commencement of the Ramadan Fasting.

Speaker of the House Rt. Honourable Oleyelogun Bamidele David who spoke on behalf of the Lawmakers identified Islam as a Religion of Peace and urged adherents of the Islamic Faith to continue to live in Peace with their Christian Brothers in order to usher in the desired development in the Country.

On the Covid-19 pandemic, the Lawmakers urged Muslims across the Globe to pray fervently for the end of the deadly disease so that normal life would resume across the world.

While noting the difficulty brought about by the current stay at home order,the Assembly Members urged the people to continue to observe all the safety tips in order to stem the spread of the virus.

They pledged to continue to work harmoniously with the Executive in order to bring succour to the people.

Signed: Akogun Olugbenga Omole,
ODHA Spokesperson.

COVID-19 Palliative: Ondo receives rice and groundnut oil from FG. Single register to be deployed.

State government has received three trailers of rice and a trailer of vegetable oil from the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development as part of measures to cushion the effect of the lock-down brought on as a result of the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic in Nigeria.

The State Governor, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu Aketi SAN, officially received the palliative items at the Government House ground, Alagbaka from the State Operating Coordinating Unit of the State Youth Employment and Social Support Operation, YESSO.

Addressing journalists, Akeredolu said: “We can all see the palliative items. I have confirmed the receipt of 1,800 bags of rice and 700 25litre gallons of groundnut oil to the Minister during our virtual meeting. We are grateful to the Federal Government and we look forward to more, so that we can keep reaching out to our people during this critical period.’

Handing over to the state palliative committee he implored them to ensure the equitable distribution of these items to all Local Government Areas in the state. ’We have covered all the 18 Local Government Areas in the first round of palliative distribution and the second round is going to start very soon. If we still have more palliative to give, we will also do”, he said.

The Governor, however admonished the palliative committee that expired rice should not be shared to the people of the state, noting that he has the assurance of the Minister to replace any item found to be below standard or expired.

The Special Adviser to the Governor on Public and Intergovernmental Relations, who doubles as State Focal Person for all Social Interventions in the state, Mrs Olubunmi Ademosu thanked the Governor for ensuring that the poor and vulnerables are adequately catered for by allowing the state to key-in into the programme 2017, which has now put the State on the National Registry with the establishment of the Single Register of Poor and Vulnerable Households.

She assured that, even though, everybody on the Single Register might not be assisted at the same time, but as time goes on, every life would be touched, while noting that the YESSO team would collaborate with the palliative committee to ensure that the targeted beneficiaries receive the item.

Earlier while presenting the items to the Governor, the State Coordinator of YESSO, Bankole Olaoluwa Esq reiterated that the State Operating Coordinating Unit of YESSO has been able to provide the state with Social Register of Poor and Vulnerable households capturing 89,544 household members across the 18 Local Government Areas in the State which will aid the distribution of the palliatives.

He noted that the social registration exercise is ongoing, as not all the communities in the Local Government Areas have been captured adding that “Under this administration, there is a Public Workfare component of YESSO, where we have been paying stipends to over 5,000 youths in the state, and another State Grants for the elderly in the state. Before the outbreak of COVID-19, the State Governor recognized that we have poor and vulnerable people in the state and has been doing his best to assist them through this project”.

COVID-19: AKEREDOLU PRESENTS NOSE MASKS TO ONDO MARKET WOMEN

In furtherance of his efforts to contain the spread of Covid-19 pandemic in Ondo State, the state Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu Aketi,SAN, has presented nose masks for the use of market women in the state.

This is in line with the Southwest Governors’ resolve to mandate the use of nose masks for everyone coming out of their homes, effective from Friday 24th April, 2020.

The bundles of locally produced nose masks were received from the Governor by the Iyaloja General of the state, Chief Mrs. Iwalola Adefemiwa and other market women, at the Government House, Alagbaka, Akure on Monday, April 20, 2020.

While presenting the masks, Governor Akeredolu said wearing of a nose mask is very important for the personal protection of the market women who would trade with various shades of people across the state.

He urged the market women to also mandate their customers to also wear nose mask before engaging in any trading with them, adding that there will be more nose masks to distribute soon.

The Iyaloja General, Chief Adefemiwa, appreciated the Governor for always prioritizing the interest of the market women in the State.

She said the market women will adhere strictly to the directive as they get their nose masks.

Lockdown: Ondo govt. distributes foodstuffs to 250 patients on admission


The hospitals included, University of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital (UNIMEDTH) Akure, Comprehensive Health Centre and Mother and Child Hospital, Akure.

Pastor Akin Olotu, Chairman of the Ondo State COVID -19 Food Palliative Committee, said Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, was conscious of the need for feeding, especially during the lockdown.

Olotu, who is also the Special Adviser to the state governor on Agric and Agric Business, added that it was not only about eating but eating right, hence the need for varieties of foods in the package.

“We noted that protein in-take is not enough, especially for children

It is in this regard that the governor said that the food palliative programme, must include chicken (home-made) eggs, garri, rice, noodles, milk, bottled water and others in order to cushion the effects of the lockdown,” he said.

He explained that the palliatives had no political party colouring but mainly for patients on admission in the hospitals.

The chairman stated that the relief package would cover the entire 18 Local Council Areas of the state.

“The governor said that the scope will be extended as more is received,” Olotu said.

Speaking on the measure, Dr Wahab Adegbenro, state Commissioner for Health, described the government as a responsible and responsive one, focussing on the well-being of its citizenry.

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2020/04/19/lockdown-ondo-govt-distributes-foodstuffs-to-250-patients-on-admission/

OKITIPUPA LG AGOG ON THE NEWS OF AGAGU AND ODU'S MONETARY PALLIATIVES.

By Bombay Ladi-Okunniga.

Both members and none members of APC in Okitipupa LG yesterday erupted in joy on hearing the news that Ondo State Commissioner of Education, Science and Technology, Pastor Femi Agagu declared that "to compliment the ongoing distributions of Ondo State COVID-19 Palliatives, I'm giving out #5,000 each to 200 people in Okitipupa LG constituency 1" .

Equally, SUBEB Chairman, Princess Oladunni Odu also disclosed that, "I'm also giving out #5,000 each to 200 people in Okitipupa LG constituency 2" .

And to the glory of God and benefits of mankind, yesterday,the Ondo State Palliatives Committee on COVID-19 Okitipupa LG Chapter led by Pastor Femi Agagu successfully distributed the palliatives to the needy, the poor, the physically challenges and the vulnerables in the 13 wards that make the LG.

On the news that both Pastor Femi Agagu and Princess Oladunni Odu declared that they are giving out monetary palliatives, Hon ( Chief ) Olayeye Ayeniyi, former Executive Chairman of the LG said, "this is welcome development..it is not everybody that have the interest in doing this, I'm giving them kudos for not forgetting their people particularly at this critical time of our history.. more grace and more blessings upon them" .

Also, Igbotako born community/ Political leader, Chief Ola Iwaeni declared thus, "I really commend their generosities, no doubt they have been the pillar of APC in Okitipupa LG and almost all the time they have chosen Giving out as part of their lives.. the way they have been leading the party has been making many people in our LG joining APC, and with the ongoing performance of this noble Government led by Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, I'm confident in saying that AKETI'S second term is realistic" .

And in the words of the New Face of Asiko Music, Mrs Bolarinde Okunniga who is a resident of Ode Aye, "both Pastor Femi Agagu and Mama Oladunni Odu are leaders per excellence, their antecedents precedes them.. I can testify to their good deeds because I was once a beneficiary of their humanitarian love, for long, they have been helping the poor and I know, what they are currently doing is just beginning of another dawn" .

The CEO of ENIKS OMO GROUP, Hon ( Chief ) Tayo Eniku also known as "Game Changer" said, "yes we must be our brothers keeper and continue to support and motivate each other... with these support from our benevolent leaders, Pastor Femi Agagu and Princess Oladunni Odu, I know vulnerables narratives will be changing for better... kudos to these wonderful leaders" .

To the Lawmaker representing Okitipupa LG constituency 1, Hon Akintomide Akinrogunde, he said, "we in Okitipupa LG particularly in APC should be thankful to God that we are blessed with these kinds of leaders... leaders who always think about the welfare of their people... thank you our leader Pastor Femi Agagu,OLADUNNI Thank you Princess Odu, our own Mother Theresa" .

While his counterpart from Okitipupa LG constituency 2, Hon Ololade Gbegudu posited that, "to me, both Pastor Femi Agagu and Princess Oladunni Odu's body language speaks about love, happiness as well as Unity in all they do, so what they are doing with these monetary Palliatives will change a lot of stories in the life of many. It is a lesson to everybody, nothing is too big, nothing is too small to give to the poor, the needy and the vulnerables. Let us be a blessing to our generation" .

While Okitipupa based grassroot Politician, Mr Ilesanmi Adebimpe also known as Lincoln voiced that, "let's have element of giving particularly to the poor..lm extremely excited on these humanitarian attributes from these Worthy Ambassadors from Ikale land, let us all learn from this" .

Harllaby:
I just need one person that will sow seed of 40m in my life . Before end of this week, you will receive it back in multiple fold. If you are touched come forward for details

this is for ondo State generally ooo

COVID-19 : JIMOH IBRAHIM DONATES N40MILLION TO ONDO GOVT

As part of his philanthropic gesture towards the fight against the Covid-19 in Ondo State, Nigerian business mogul and politician, Dr. Jimoh Ibrahim (CFR), has donated N40Million to the state Government.

Ibrahim, who presented the cheque to the state Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, on Thursday, at the Government House, Alagbaka, Akure, said the state must as a matter of urgency declare the Covid-19 as a mega project with strategic plans to prevent the spread.

He assured the Governor of total support while hoping that the people will be fair enough to appreciate the efforts of the Governor so far.

Responding, Governor Akeredolu appreciated the gesture while assuring that the money will be spent judiciously on the fight against Covid-19.

The Governor informed that the state has established isolation center in the three senatorial districts of the state, adding that the State will also consider the suggestion of Jimoh Ibrahim by involving big private hospitals at the local governments.

Explaining why he declared dusk - to-dawn curfew, Governor Akeredolu said:"We have a problem that there could be community spreading. Some people prefer beer drinking to their lives. They filled the beer parlors at night and risk spreading potential and that's why we declared the curfew.'

He said the only way to stop the spread is when the people help themselves and cooperate with the Government on its directive.

"There are reason we take all these actions. We don't just wake up and issue directives. We are worried about the lives of our people. There is nothing wrong with staying at home for now. We are determined to do our best and work for our dear state." Akeredolu said.

The Governor called on the people to ensure that the protocol established are followed by regularly washing their hands and applying sanitizers.

Palliatives not for Nigerians with more than N5,000 bank balance


THOSE with more than 5,000 in their bank accounts will not partake in the palliatives being planned by the Federal Government to mitigate the effects of the lockdown extension, the government clarified on Wednesday.
The clarification was made on Wednesday by the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs Disaster Management, Sadiya Farouq, in a chat with reporters at the State House in Abuja.
Explaining the modalities for the disbursement of the package, the minister said her ministry will focus on the urban poor in the implementation of President Muhammadu Buhari’s directive.
She said: “You are aware that the President in his broadcast of Monday, 13th April, directed that we expand the beneficiaries of the conditional cash transfer by one million and in this regard, we are going to focus more now on the urban poor.

“These are people who depend on the informal sector to earn their livelihood; they are daily wage earners and these are the people that we are really going to focus more on as well as people living with disabilities.”
On how her ministry plans to pick beneficiaries, the minister said: “Well, we have three options; one, we are going to use the national social register that we already have; two, we are also going to focus on the urban poor as I mentioned, by using their verified BVN accounts to get them, that is, people that have an account balance of N5, 000 and below.
“We are also using the mobile networks to know people that top up the credit units for their phones with may be N100 or less. Those are also people that we consider to be poor and vulnerable. So, these are the three options we are exploring and I am sure that by the time we get this data, we will be able to give this intervention.

Sourcehttps://citadelng.com.ng/2020/04/16/palliatives-not-for-nigerians-with-more-than-n5000-bank-balance/

GOV AKEREDOLU IMPOSES CURFEW ON ONDO OVER COVID-19

Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu,SAN, has ordered a dusk -to-dawn curfew on the state from 7pm to 7am as part of the efforts to contain the spread of Covid-19 in the state.

Governor Akeredolu, who made the announcement during a press conference held at the Government House, Alagbaka, Akure on Tuesday, said the curfew takes immediate effect as from Tuesday, 14th April, 2020 till further notice.

The Governor stressed that the state becomes more vulnerable as the third case is within the state with a tendency towards community transmission.

Arakunrin Akeredolu disclosed that he has also directed other sterner measures including arrest and detention of individuals found to have breached government’s directives on restriction of movement of persons and goods, operation of business premises and community markets, religious gatherings and public bars and other social activities within the state.

According to the Governor, only exceptions are where food and medical items are sold with total compliance with social and physical distancing.

Arakunrin Akeredolu said:"For avoidance of doubt the current case is not currently a serving member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) as earlier announced. He is an employee of the Nigerian Army Barracks who served as a medical practitioner in the same facility in the year 2017 and was retained."

According to the Governor, government is fully conscious of the pains and frustrations being currently experienced by the people, as a result of the existing restrictions and limitations, especially by those whose daily survival depends on daily wage such as menial workers, artisans and traders.

Governor Akeredolu said the food palliative measures which the state has commenced distributing was to further alleviate the difficulties and pains of the people.

Olabode Richard Olatunde
Special Assistant to the Governor (New Media)
April 14, 2020.

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