anonymuz:
Good for him...


What? Prophet alfa....and people still trooped to his church. Is a confused man. Idiot

am sure people in his church are inside his trap, bondage
Because some of the members in the church still believe is Lie's

ghettokid1:
Good 4 them

good for us
Good for the state's

Update: Sotitobire Founder appears in court,remanded again till further notice.

…journalists barred from covering the proceedings
The Founder of Sotitobire Miracle Centre, Prophet Alfa Babatunde will continue to be in a detention of Olokuta Correctional Service facility (formerly known as Prisons) in Akure pending the issuance of hearing notice of a case of Kidnapping a one year-old Boy, Gold Kolawole filed against him and five other members of his church.

The Sotitobire Church founder was this morning docked before an Ondo state Magistrate court sitting at Oke-Eda Akure alongside five of his church members on a six -count-charge of alleged felony, conspiracy and Kidnapping of the boy, Gold Kolawole inside the church on the 10th of November, last year.

The court, presided over by Mrs Charity Adeyanju however gave an order today that Prophet Alfa should remain in the prison pending the time the state High court will issue the hearing notice where his bail application could be taken.

Magistrate Adeyanju had earlier barred journalists from covering the court proceedings as she walked out already seated pressmen from her court.

No reason was given for her action.

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2020/01/17/sotitobire-founder-appears-in-courtremanded-again-till-further-notice/

NAOSS backs Akeredolu, and SouthWest Governors

The national executives of the National Association of Ondo State Students, NAOSS, yesterday expressed their support for the recently launched security outfit codenamed ‘Operation Amotekun’ in the South-West states.

The student leaders during their courtesy visit to the Chairman, South West Governors’ Forum and governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu in his office, particularly lauded the governor and his South West counterparts for showing interest in the security of lives and property of their people who gave them their mandates.

Speaking through the National President of NAOSS, Ayoade Kikiowo, the students said Operation Amotekun is the way to go going by the various security challenges including kidnapping, killings, banditry and other criminal activities being confronted by the South-West zone.

According to them, the launch of Amotekun showed that the governors are responsible and responsive to the plight of the people in the region.

They also applauded governor Akeredolu for his various infrastructural projects such as construction and renovation of public schools through SUBEB, aggressive road construction and rehabilitation across the 18 Local Government Areas of the state among others.

The NAOSS executives described governor Akeredolu as a focus and committed leader of his people, urging him to continue the good works to further make lives comfortable for the people across the state.

Responding, governor Akeredolu saluted the student leaders for their good approach to leadership, just as he commended them for appreciating what his administration was doing in all sectors to develop the state and the people.

On Amotekun, governor Akeredolu emphasised that it is the duty of the governors to protect the lives and property of the people who elected them into offices, saying security of lives of his people is very important to him.

The governor also used the occasion to encourage the young graduates in the state to embrace various windows of opportunities open to them in the areas of agriculture, entrepreneurship and many others, to make them employers of labour rather than looking for white-collar jobs which are no longer available.

He said his administration was ready to give them all necessary support and work with them to make them successful.

NAOS also decorated the Governor as their Grand Patron.


Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2020/01/17/naoss-backs-akeredolu-and-southwest-governors/

AAUA: Our Health Centre has significantly improved


From Roland Bayode, Deborah Omoare
Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA), has denied reports that its Health Centre operates ‘below expectation’.
The management is reacting to a CAMPUSLIFE cover story on the second of this month where some CAMPUSLIFE correspondents interviewed some students of the institution that shared mixed views about the state of the facility.

Director of the Health Centre, Dr Mathew Igboku, admitted that things were once rough at the centre, adding that at present, the situation has improved.
Speaking with CAMPUSLIFE, Igboku said the Health Centre has just introduced a new scheme known as Tertiary Institute Social Health Insurance Programme (TSHIP), which aims at ensuring adequate and proper treatment of students.
According to him, every student is expected to pay certain amount of money for the scheme, which is already included in their school fees.

Said Igboku: “In the past, we did not have enough drugs to give to patients but things are different now.
“Every student is expected to pay for TSHIP, which is written somewhere on the school fee receipt. This takes care of the drugs we give to students. The good thing about this scheme is that we use money gotten from TSHIP to treat students who have not paid their school fees and those who have paid.
Through TSHIP, we now have a good and regular supply of drugs. Therefore, the problem of sourcing for money to buy drugs is gone.”
Igboku disclosed that the scheme also covers the treatment of severe cases like minor surgery and the likes.

He added: “Another thing I need to clarify is that when we refer a patient to the state hospital, the person does not have to pay for anything if he or she has paid the school fees.
This is also under the TSHIP arrangement. The state hospital will send the bill to the organisation covering the health centre, which is known as Health Maintenance Organisation.
This organisation will pick up the bill. At the health centre, we have performed minor surgeries, cured tooth problems and other significant treatments.”

Igboku further explained that the functionality of the scheme is not limited to the school health centre only but also functions in any hospital that is NHIS (National Health Insurance Scheme) accredited.
“If you are residing in Lagos and you are sick, you can go to any hospital that is NHIS accredited. When you go there, and you call us that you are a registered student and have paid your school fees, that hospital will treat you free of charge and send the bills to the Health Management Organisation. However, you must have confirmed from us through a phone call. We are pleading with students to pay their school fees so that TSHIP will continue to function effectively,” he said.
Igboku urged students to desist from self-medication and consult the centre for any health issue.
“I have met some students who indulge in self-medication. Some even end up spending over N2000 on drugs instead of spending it on feeding.
I want to admonish every student to visit the Health Centre whenever they are ill, especially those who have paid their school fees, and those who have not when it is an emergency.

TSHIP covers almost all the drugs that a patient needs, but if there is need for any specific drug, and it is not under the coverage of TSHIP, then the patient can talk to his/her guardian. Also, if it is something we cannot do at the Health Centre, we would refer the patient to a state hospital,” he explained.
He advised students to henceforth the facility regularly.
“It must be noted that we attend to only emergency from 2:00pm.
“If you have catarrh and come to the Health Centre to complain at the wrong time, you will be given only paracetamol. If you have any complaint, come between the hours of 8a.m. and 2p.m. Students should come to the centre at the right time, but if it is an emergency, you can come anytime.

“However, if a patient that has not paid his/her school fees and is being referred (that is not an emergency case), the hospital will find it difficult sending the person’s bills to HMO, and the amount they pay if a patient is being referred to a state hospital is more than N2000. So, we implore students to pay their TSHIP dues because it has many advantages,“ he added

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2020/01/16/aaua-our-health-centre-has-significantly-improved/

THERE IS NO LOCAL GOVERNMENT THAT HASN'T RECEIVED A TOUCH OF SUBEB SCHOOLS IN ONDO- AKEREDOLU

Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu Aketi SAN, has said the massive renovation and reconstruction of Public Primary Schools in the state have been spread across the three senatorial districts of the state.

The Governor said all the 18 local government areas in the state have received a touch of the renovation and reconstruction of the schools, which is being undertaken by the Ondo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB).

Arakunrin Akeredolu disclosed this while receiving members of the Sunshine Integrity Movement, led by Prof. Olu Aboluwoye on Wednesday.

The Governor called on the group to continue to bring other political groups together so as to have a formidable party and support for the group's purpose.

While thanking members of the group for their calls and push for him to contest for another term in office, the Governor said the activities of the various group calling on him to go for another term have been overwhelming.

According to the Governor, it will be difficult for anyone to refuse the call of the people to serve them again.

Speaking earlier, Prof. Aboluwoye described the Governor as a sincere and honest leader, stressing that the honest personality of the Governor has really helped the group in attracting its members.

The group also presented an Award of Honest and Sincere Leadership to the Governor.

Olabode Richard Olatunde
Special Assistant to the Governor (New Media)
January 16, 2020.

:camera_with_flash: Blessed Michael

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2020/01/16/there-is-no-local-government-that-hasnt-received-a-touch-of-subeb-schools-in-ondo-akeredolu/

TheTruthNews:
Governor Akeredolu, a man of his words no doubt!

talk and do man

WE OWE OUR ARMED FORCES IMMENSE GRATITUDE- AKEREDOLU

Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu,SAN, has said the nation remains grateful for the selfless service of the Armed Forces through their contributions and sacrifice.

The Governor described the annual Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration as a unique opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices made in the past years by the Nigeria Armed Forces to ensure global and internal peace and security of lives and properties.

Arakunrin Akeredolu spoke on Wednesday at the Parade and Wreath Laying Ceremony for the 2020 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration, held at the Alagbaka Cenotaph, Akure, the state capital.

According to the Governor, the Armed Forces Remembrance Day is also a unique opportunity to reassure and identify with the loved ones and dependants of the fallen heroes.

He also thanked the entire members the Nigeria Armed Forces for controlling crime before, during and after the yelutide period through “Operation Crocodile Smile”.

The Governor said the relentless efforts of the members of the nation’s Armed Forces is beginning to yield positive result in the state and the country in general.

While charging the Local Government Areas to erect befitting cenotaphs at their respective areas, the Governor assured that the facelift given to the Akure Cenotaph will continue until the desired standard is attained.

“This year’s celebration will, as usual , provide the opportunity to reach out to widows of the fallen heroes through credit windows which had been extended by the Ondo State Micro Credit Agency .”

The Governor later presented Cheques to selected widows of fallen soldiers from the 32 Artillery Brigade, Akure.

Heads of all security agency were present at the event.

Olabode Richard Olatunde
Special Assistant to the Governor (New Media)
January 15, 2020.

� Nguher Gabrielle Zaki

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2020/01/15/we-owe-our-armed-forces-immense-gratitude-akeredolu/

LOCAL GOVERNMENT POLLS SACROSANCT – ODIEC CHAIRMAN

Ahead April 18, local government elections, the Ondo state Independent Electoral Commission ODIEC has urged all political parties participating in the elections to play the game according to the rules saying the fixed date is sacrosanct.

Chairman of the Commission Professor Yomi Dinakin who said this while distributing Election Guidelines to all political parties in Akure explained that the commission is ready for the council Polls.

He said commission has begun early preparations by actively involving the political parties, Security agencies and Media organisations to ensure adequate sensitization.

Speaking on the guidelines ahead the local government elections , Chairman of the Commission Professor Yomi Dinakin said the elections would be conducted in line with lay down rules and regulations.

He sought the cooperation and synergy of all political parties with a view to having a hitch free polls.
Some of the stakeholders who attended the meeting including the state chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) Mr Korede Duyile and Chairman Mega party of Nigeria MPN Mr Biyi Poroye said the process should be free ,fair and credible to all.

Other activities lined up for the local government polls include the conduct of party primaries by the political parties and observation of same by ODIEC between January 14th till February 7th ,2020.

American football exhibition game holds in Lagos

As part of efforts to raise awareness for American football in Nigeria, the Nigeria American Football Association has concluded plans to organise an exhibition game at the National Institute for Sports (NIS) pitch, National Stadium, Lagos. It will hold on January 12.

According to the organisers, the one-day championship, is put together by Nigeria American Football Association (NAFA), and all American football stakeholders in the country.

NAFA stated that the objectives of organising the championship, was to bring all American football stakeholders together under one umbrella to begin the quest for assembling a professional team in 2020 that will represent the country at major championships around the world.

The Federation added that the competition would also assist the organisers and coaches to select players for clubs that will start the Nigeria Flag Football League (NFFL), Nigeria American Football Leagues (NAFL) in Nigeria, and as well put in place structures that will help govern and regulate the sport in the country and across Africa.

Meanwhile, the NAFA will tomorrow hold a stakeholders forum to set agenda for upcoming competitions in 2020.This decision was taken during a meeting held recently by the Acting President of Lagos Marines American Football Club, Babajide Akeredolu, former Nigerian professional basketball player, Ejike Ogbuaja, who is the founder of the Green Giants, Dominic Mueller, founder Lagos Marines American Football Club and Director Lagos Marines, Chuks Obiozor.

NAFA disclosed that the brainstorming session tomorrow would avail stakeholders in the sport the opportunity to put their knowledge together for the progress of American football. The International Federation of American Football (IFAF) supports the American Football Championship. The world body is committed to promoting American football in Nigeria and Africa.

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2020/01/12/american-football-exhibition-game-holds-in-lagos/

GOVERNOR AKEREDOLU BREAKS HISTORY THROUGH AMOTEKUN IN SOUTH WEST NIGERIA


The stakeholders and people of Ondo State has recommended the Ondo State governor Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu SAN for second term due to his excellent initiatives and innovative
performance in infrastructure, healthcare, security, education, etc for the period of two and a half years in office.

Governor Akeredolu who is popular for matching his words with actions “talk and do ” has again been treanding in the news as a governor to beat in empathy, credibility, humility, knowledgeable character, motivational spirit for achieving unbelievable heights, understanding situations and providing timely response for the safety of lives and protection of properties of the Ondo State citizens and now south west Nigeria.

Meanwhile the Ondo State governor who is also the chairman of the South West governor’s forum Arakunrin Akeredolu has been commended for being generous with his wealth of knowledge in leadership and good governance to the South West region of Nigeria through the successful launch of the new regional security outfit called ‘Operation Àmòtékùn’.

However the introduction of Amotekun is a wake up call by the South West governor’s forum through the leadership of the chairman Oluwarotimi Akeredolu to enhance maximum security and help to fight kidnapping and other forms of crime in the region.

The chairman of the South West governor’s forum Akeredolu has been known for breaking new grounds and making history in infrastructure, utilities, agriculture, education, healthcare, Commerce and Industry., works, investors friendly governor, the list is endless.

It could be recall that the South West governor’s forum had a submit in the second quarter of 2019 where the chairman of the forum Arakuurin Akeredolu presented a blue print of the Ondo State security submit to the governors for fight against kidnapping, arm bandits, arms robbery and other forms of criminal activities in the South West region.

Akeredolu in his usual style of no rest until the work is finished has led the South West governor’s forum to bring an end to this menace that was putting the region on a red point in the world of criminal activities.

Through Amotekun, many youths has gained employment, criminals have been shown their way out because south west Nigeria will no longer be safe for criminal activities and hideouts.

Take it to the bank Akeredolu is a man with political know how and intellectual know how.

PRINCESS EIGBOKHAN ORIH
TCCNEWS

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2020/01/11/governor-akeredolu-breaks-history-through-amotekun-in-south-west-nigeria/

2020: MINIMUM WAGE , COASTAL ROADS ,OTHERS CAPTURED IN ONDO BUDGET- ONDO GOVT.

Maintenance of failed portions of roads, Construction of Coastal Roads to Lekki-Lagos, are parts of the key projects to be implemented under infrastructural development sector of the 2020 appropriation law of Ondo state.

Education, therefore, gets higher percentage with N35.931billion under the sub-sector breakdown of the total N187.859billion 2020 budget, tagged ‘Budget of Growth', followed by Infrastructural development, N32.907billion.

Analysing the 2020 approved budget to journalists in Akure the Ondo state Capital, today, the Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Pastor Emmanuel Igbasan stated that the budget was designed to leapfrog the state's economy in all sectors, and to further deliver the dividends of democracy to the people.

According to him, the 2020 budget has a provision of N80.470billion for Capital Project, N82.700billion for Recurrent Expenditure, N10.508billion for Debt Repayment, and N14.180billion for Statutory Transfer.

He gave the Sectoral breakdown of the bugdet to include, Economic, (N84.39billion), Social, (N60.877bn), Law& Justice, (N5.772bn), Regional (N5.359bn), and Administration, (N30.911bn).

The approved Minimum wage was captured under Salary and Wages of the Recurrent expenditure, with the estimate of N40billion earmarked for salary and wages, higher than 2019 which was N36.232billion.

The Economic Planning Commissioner highlighted key projects to be given adequate attention under for the 2020 fiscal year in tandem with the focus of the current administration under the Blueprint to Progress document, (JMPPR).

The key projects include, Zero pothole through Public Work Department of the Ministry of Works, Reticulation of Owena Dam to serve about 1.2million people, Introduction of ICT in schools and rapid broadband penetration, Improved healthcare delivery system through free healthcare for pregnant mothers and children of age 0-5years, and persons living with disabilities; and Contributory Health Insurance Scheme.

Others are Construction of coastal roads from Araromi in Ilaje to Lekki, 500km rural roads to connect farmers to market, Clean Ondo Initiatives, Independent Power Plant to serve State Secretariat, GRA, and Oba-Ile axis of Akure; and various agricultural projects to affect about 500,000 farmers.

He revealed that the policy direction of the budget was largely informed by the outcome of his Ministry's consultative meetings with political leaders, professionals, Civil Society Organisations, women and youth groups.

He affirmed that the state government gave utmost importance to the implementation of the 2020 budget, saying “no stone would be left unturned in ensuring that the details contained therein are adhered to and implemented to the later”.

Igbasan reiterated the commitment of the Akeredolu-led administration to ensure that Ondo state becomes the standard bearer of progress in Nigeria, while encouraging all and sundry to be creative in order to help increase the pace of industrialisation in the state.

“We will be unrelenting in our pursuit of a safer, viable and digital Ondo state. We shall hold all accountable and will aggressively ensure justice is meted out to offenders”, he assured.

The Commissioner, however, announced that an easy-to-read version, tagged ‘ Citizens Bugdet' for common man man in both English and Yoruba has been produced, with copies available online and at the ministry.

Amotekun: Don’t betray South-West, Ooni tells personnel

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has called on personnel of the Western Nigeria Security Network known as ‘Operation Amotekun’ not to betray the region on the ideals behind setting up the security outfit.

Ogunwusi stated this on Thursday in Ibadan during the launch of Amotekun by the governors of the South-West region.

The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Amotekun was evolved by the governors in the South-West region to complement the efforts of the Nigeria Police in tackling security challenges in the region.

The Ooni said that the governors in the region had done their best, adding that it was left for the personnel and the residents of the region to work together for the success of the security outfit.

“All the traditional rulers are in support, the Federal Government is not opposed to it, let all and sundry support it for peace to reign in the region.

“The success of this security outfit will be of benefit to the present generation and generations yet unborn,”he said.

The leader of the Yoruba World Congress, Prof. Banji Akintoye, said that the governors and the people of the region had risen up to the security challenge in the region.

“The people that will work in Amotekun are going to be trained properly by highly educated people for them to relate properly with the police and the army,” he said.

The National Public Relations Officer, Vigilante Group of Nigeria, Prof. Nelson Fashina, said that his personnel were properly qualified for the security outfit.

Fashina said that the group was capable of taking up the responsibilities of community policing as members were conversant with the terrain.

The governors present at the occasion were Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo and Seyi Makinde of Oyo while Osun and Ogun were represented by their deputies.

Source: https://www.google.com/amp/s/punchng.com/amotekun-dont-betray-south-west-ooni-tells-personnel/amp/

All Set For The Launch Of Operation Amotekun In Ibadan

Activities marking the launch of Operation Amotekun in the South-West is about to kick-off at the Oyo State Governor’s Office, State Secretariat in Agodi, Ibadan.

There were initial fears that the programme may not hold as scheduled as a result of the perceived apprehension by the presidency.

As of the time of filing this report, the venue for the launch is filled with delegates and other stakeholders from the collaborating states.

Some of the 120 red security patrol vehicles for the launch of Operation Amotekun were seen at the car park of the Governor’s Office.

Local security personnel, with some dressed in a brown uniform and others in a grey uniform with caps to match, were on the ground in readiness for the inauguration.

The Director-General of the Development Agenda for Western Nigeria, Seye Oyeleye, and delegates from Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ekiti, Ondo and Lagos States were on the ground.

Also present were men of the State security services, police officers and men of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps.

Traditional drummers and singers were also seen treating the gathering to Yoruba solidarity and cultural songs.

Oyeleye said, “You can see that we are trying to ensure that logistics are being prioritised. With what is on the ground, there is no doubt that the programme is set to be launched.”

Expected at the launch, aside from the governors of South-West States, are local government chairmen from the zone; traditional rulers; the Agbekoya; hunters, vigilance group; men of the Oodua People’s Congress; farmers groups; community leaders and traditional chiefs and kings.

Source:
https://www.dailydispatchnewspaper.com/all-set-for-the-launch-of-operation-amotekun-in-ibadan/

GOVERNOR AKEREDOLU LAMENTS OYO, IBADAN FIRES

Ondo State Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has sympathised with his Oyo State counterpart, Seyi Makinde, and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, over the fire incidents that ravaged Akesan Market, Oyo, and Iyagankun Furniture Market in Ibadan.
Akeredolu, who described the disasters as devastating and shocking, also sympathised with the victims.
A letter from the Office of his Chief of Staff, Olugbenga Ale, lamented that the disasters have thrown hundreds of families out of business.
He, therefore, prayed God to comfort the victims and grant the departed peaceful rest.

Revoke BEDC operating license –Consumers

Electricity consumers and stakeholders in Ondo State have again restated their call for the revocation of the operating license of the Benin Electricity Distribution Company, BEDC.

The consumers attributed their calls to the epileptic power supply in many communities and total blackout in several parts of the state.

Across the state’s three Senatorial Districts, residents who spoke with The Hope called for the withdrawal of the operating license of BEDC.

They hinged their reasons on the epileptic power supply and the outrageous bills they are being forced to pay even when they have not used same.

According to them, electricity consumers are being fleeced every month and forced to pay for darkness.

Speaking with our reporter, a cleric, Reverend Canon Isaac Awowole of Saint John’s Anglican, Oyin Akoko in Akoko North West Local Government of Ondo State said the power distribution company has only succeeded in adding to the plight of the ordinary man.

Awowole stated that allowing BEDC to be in charge of electricity in its region of coverage is like continuing to put the people in bondage.

The cleric said apart from putting the people in perpetual darkness, the company has continued to defraud them by forcing them to pay for what they have not used.

He therefore called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and other relevant financial crime agencies to investigate the activities of the company and make it pay back whatever it has taken and does not belong to it.

Rating the services of BEDC as very terrible, Canon Awowole said that many artisans who relied on electricity for their operations are now becoming idle and had left their jobs.

Pastor Idowu Adebayo who is the president of Owo Unity Group, said the activities and services of BEDC were nothing to write home about.

According to him, the power distribution company has failed the people, since they have added to the woes of the people instead of ameliorating them.

According to him, electricity consumers in Ondo, Ekiti, Edo and Delta states only enjoy electricity for two days in every week but are charged outrageous bills every month.

“Consumers only enjoy electricity for two days in a week and at the end of the month they bring bills of N10,000, N20,000 and up to N35, 000.00”.

He therefore said that to allow BEDC continue to operate is like asking the people to continue to pay for living in darkness.

The Hope visited some communities in Akure to assess the electricity supply situation in each of the communities.

It was gathered that many communities in Akure only have power supply for three hours in a day and many times, there may not be power supply for 48 hours.

Speaking with The Hope, Chairman Landlords’ Association, Oluwadare 2, Mr Akindolu Ebenezer told our correspondent that there has not been any power supply in his community and 18 others for over a year and despite series of letters and meetings with the officials of BEDC and other stakeholders in the power sector, saying nothing had been done except empty promises.

According to him, despite the fact that residents of the community contributed money to procure a transformer by themselves after providing wires and poles within the community, they called upon BEDC for installation, the outfit had not yielded that request.

“Procurement of transformer is not the responsibility of a community. All the poles and wires were done by the community but immediately we did it, BEDC will come and start giving us exorbitant bills for installation,” he said.

In his own opinion, the Landlords’ Association Chairman of Information Village, Mr Olanrewaju Oluwateru described the electricity situation in his community and Akure in general as “erratic” and “epileptic”.

Oluwateru also condemned the unfair distribution of electricity to certain areas in Akure, where he alleged that BEDC officials extort money from the residents.

At Ago Ireti, along Oba Ile road, The Hope also gathered that electricity supply within the settlement had been precarious.

According to the Secretary to the Settlement, Mr Tunji Oluwatimileyin, many a times, there would not be power supply to the settlement for a week and during the new year celebration, there was no power supply as well.

He added that BEDC is a private organisation that is only after profit. “if the license is withdrawn, it is a welcome development, I pray the federal government will do the needful for the future of the younger ones”

Also speaking, Sir Adeyinka Adeyosoye said this has rendered youths jobless, particularly the artisans. The BEDC is the worst in terms of service delivery and the woman at the helms of affair has been unapologetic about some areas of the State without power for years.

A Hotelier in Ore, headquarters of Odigbo Local Government, Mr Tope Ariyo said government should explore alternative source of generating electricity after revoking the license of BEDC.

Speaking with The Hope, BEDC Public Relations Officer for Ondo and Ekiti, Mr Kayode Brown said epileptic power supply in Ondo State was as a result of poor energy generation from the national grid, saying the company could only distribute the numbers of mega watts accrued to it which depends on what is generated from the national grid.

Brown said that the company is entitled to only nine percent of whatever is being generated converted in terms of mega watts.

“The only generation we have is Omotosho power supply, they are more concentrated in Delta State. These are the people who are responsible for the production of electricity for the national grid”.


Source: https://citadelng.com.ng/2020/01/06/revoke-bedc-operating-license-consumers/

Sanitation and Traffic Rules Committee begin full operation

Ondo State Special Commitee on Sanitation and Traffic Rules, Vehicle Inspection Officers and other security agencies were seen at the early hour of today along Oba Adesida/Old garage, Pupular Oja Oba/Olukayode Shopping Complex, Akure controlling traffic and as well clearing of refuse/waste at the aforementioned areas with the help of ZL workers.

It would be recall, Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu had late last year set up a Special Committee on Sanitation and Traffic Rules. The Committee last Saturday began full operation.

The team was led by Chairman of the committee, who is also the Ondo State Commissioner for Water Resources, Public Sanitation and Hygiene, Hon. Yetunde Adeyanju and Special Adviser to Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu Aketi on Transportation, Hon. Tobi Ogunleye Felix, member of the committee.

Hon. Yetunde Adeyanju said It is everyone’s responsibility to maintain a healthy environment for the good of the society. Waste and pollution is a threat to our environment but we can all make a difference by becoming more responsible with our litter.

"The purpose of setting up Sanitation and Traffic Rules Committee is to ensure strict enforcement of road traffic regulations and use of parking spaces to help manage traffic congestion in the State and to ensure safe, clean and healthy environment for the citizenry". Tobi Ogunleye Felix said.

The committee urged the people of the state to assist the government to serve them better by adopting more environmental-friendly disposition for safety of the citizenry and the environment in general.

Sanitation and Traffic Rules Committee begin full operation

Ondo State Special Commitee on Sanitation and Traffic Rules, Vehicle Inspection Officers and other security agencies were seen at the early hour of today along Oba Adesida/Old garage, Pupular Oja Oba/Olukayode Shopping Complex, Akure controlling traffic and as well clearing of refuse/waste at the aforementioned areas with the help of ZL workers.

It would be recall, Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu had late last year set up a Special Committee on Sanitation and Traffic Rules. The Committee last Saturday began full operation.

The team was led by Chairman of the committee, who is also the Ondo State Commissioner for Water Resources, Public Sanitation and Hygiene, Hon. Yetunde Adeyanju and Special Adviser to Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu Aketi on Transportation, Hon. Tobi Ogunleye Felix, member of the committee.

Hon. Yetunde Adeyanju said It is everyone’s responsibility to maintain a healthy environment for the good of the society. Waste and pollution is a threat to our environment but we can all make a difference by becoming more responsible with our litter.

"The purpose of setting up Sanitation and Traffic Rules Committee is to ensure strict enforcement of road traffic regulations and use of parking spaces to help manage traffic congestion in the State and to ensure safe, clean and healthy environment for the citizenry". Tobi Ogunleye Felix said.

The committee urged the people of the state to assist the government to serve them better by adopting more environmental-friendly disposition for safety of the citizenry and the environment in general.

PDP, a frustrated minority party in Ondo—Ojogo

Donald Ojogo, the Ondo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, in this interview by HAKEEM GBADAMOSI, speaks on the people’s expectations and government desires for 2020. He also reacts to some claims of the main opposition party, the Peoples Democratic Party (APC), ahead this year’s governorship election in the state.


Q- This is an election year in the state, what should be the people’s expectation from the Governor Rotimi Akeredolu-led administration ahead the governorship election?

A- The year 2020 is the year of a lot of expectations; it will be the year of expectation from the electorate and the people of Ondo State in general. It is also the year of desires on the part of the government because there are several things that are ongoing that should be taken to the destination of our minds. There are so many things that the state government is trying to initiate in form of projects. This year is promising on all sides. The first and most important thing we desire from God is long life and peace for all of us to witness those good things in 2020.

Q- The governor will inaugurate some projects to mark his third year in office, ahead the election. Don’t you think people will see this as a political gimmick to buy their votes or is it a mere coincidence?

A- Well, if you say it is coincidental, you are correct and if you say it is strategic on the part of government to complete them as you have said, it is still yes because we ought to have completed these particular projects before now because our desire was not just to keep them in abeyance.

I don’t think it is a political gimmick, but if you say so, you might not be totally wrong. What is even wrong if we commission them and make them our campaign points? Fine, because one of the reasons this government came into power is to be able to bring development closer to the people and if there are one or two things that have been initiated by the government in form of projects and they are likely to be commissioned in an election year, so be it. It is a plus to any government to have tangible things to point to when it is the time to campaign. So, we thank God that we have a lot of things to point out during our campaign period.

Q- But the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on the people not to expect any miracle from your government because, according to the party, it has failed the people of Ondo State. How will you react to that?

A- I never expected anybody in the PDP to say anything different from what you have reportedly said. The government that has, within three years, taken very courageous steps in terms of developmental initiatives that have surpassed the previous years of the PDP government that was in place in the state, how would any PDP person commend such a government that is performing? No right-thinking PDP man will clap for this government. That is the truth. So, if they are not clapping for us, we won’t be angry and we are not even taking it in any negative form. That is the duty of the opposition and if they are not saying that, who will say it? But the truth of the matter is that whoever is saying that is just trying to echo the mindset of the frustrated minority. Whatever they are saying is the voice of the frustrated minority.

Q- The PDP spokesperson, sometime ago, challenged the level of transparency of your government in the execution of projects. What is your take on the party’s position?

A - If he acknowledged the fact that projects are executed, that is fair enough of him. But in respect of the other leg which he intends to know much about namely, if the projects executed were transparently done, the books are there. Why do we have the ministries of budget and finance? Let them go to the two ministries and verify. They can take a maximum advantage and leverage on the Freedom of Information Act. Let them come out with facts and figures. Our books are clean and transparent enough; this government is courageously accountable to the people. So, if they feel some projects have been done, I salute their courage for saying that. Where they feel there was no transparency or accountability in the course of the execution of those projects, it is left for them. We are very serious in delivering good governance and we cannot add the burden of trying to get facts for the opposition. That can’t be added to the duties of government. They must do that; they should not be lazy.

Q- Governor Akeredolu will be so busy attending to more state and political engagements this year. Won’t that affect governance and his health?

A- I can assure you that no government activities will be affected in any way. Since 2016 that government came into place, alongside major political activities in 2015 and 2019, nothing was affected in governance and 2020 will not be different. Payment of salaries will not be affected in 2020. Governor Akeredolu prioritises the welfare of workers in the state and that resolve is unwavering in him and we have all inculcated the belief that the welfare of workers is paramount. Politics cannot take the shine off the welfare of workers in the state. I can assure you on that.

On the health issue, unless someone is still trying to play the role of the governor’s physician, we have gone past that with gratitude to God. Undesirable and unmerited expectations have been kept at bay. I can tell you that Mr Governor has been full of vigour since he came back. He is focused and stronger to continue the good work.

Q- The opposition party accused the governor of lavishing the state fund on his daughter’s wedding in Mauritius, by sponsoring members of his cabinet and lawmakers in the state. What is your reaction?

A- I remember in my response to that pedestrian story, I made it clear that the few cabinet members who were not more than five attended in their personal capacities. These are not just puerile but pernicious stories powered largely by ignorance on the part of those responsible. Does it not turn logic in the head to think those who attended the wedding did not have the capacity to pay their bills before being appointed as cabinet members?

For the records, the governor never mentioned it at cabinet or at any meeting that his daughter was wedding in Mauritius. He kept it to himself and made it a wholly private affair. In any case, a national daily even wrote an editorial on it, but we felt it was not worth any efforts to respond because such will only drag us into an avoidable conflict. I believe the editorial was largely influenced by what was available to the paper, and that it was outright misinformation that was given to the public was also given to that credible platform. But in this case, it was a hasty and jaundiced judgment.

The truth remains that Akeredolu did not organise his son’s wedding in Canada when he became governor. The couple in question had wedded long before he was even nominated as governorship candidate. It is the tradition in the family for Akeredolu’s children to do their traditional marriage in Nigeria and choose anywhere in the world for the white wedding. It didn’t just start today. It is just laughable that a man, who refuses to charter a private jet with state funds even though it is not disallowed, will spend same on the wedding of his daughter abroad.

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2020/01/03/pdp-a-frustrated-minority-party-in-ondo-ojogo/

ONDO 2020 GOV ELECTION: CARRY MEDIA ALONG IN ELECTORAL PROCESSES, NUJ TELLS INEC, SECURITY OTHERS

As Ondo state prepares for 2020 governorship election, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), has charged the political class, INEC and Security agencies to see media professionals as partners in growing the nation's Democracy and should always carry the media along in the electoral processes.

In a NEW YEAR MESSAGE jointly signed by the State Chairman, ADETONA ADEROBOYE and the State Secretary, LEKE ADEGBITE, Ondo NUJ specifically appreciated God for His protection over all our members especially before, during and after 2019 general election.

The Union's leadership expressed delight that the current Executives of Ondo NUJ have so far kept in 2019 the promise of protecting interest of all journalists in the state and taking the pen profession to a higher height.

“We shall keep entrenching unity, progress and general development in our State Council of NUJ in year 2020 to meet yielding of all members across our 11 chapels.

On the 30,000 naira minimum wage implementation, Ondo NUJ commends the timely composition of the state Negotiating Council, urging Ondo state workers to keep faith with Labour leaders to negotiate sustainable minimum wage for them.

The Union also enjoins political gladiators to maintain decorum ahead of the 2020 gubernatorial election in the state.

We pray Almighty God to continue to guide and guard Journalists as well as their family members to witness many more years in good health and abundant blessings.” The statement added

Infrastructure: ‘Our best yet to come'


The present administration led by Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has said its best in terms of infrastructural and industrial revolution that would open up the economic potential of the state to the international community was yet to come.

The Chief of Staff to the governor, Chief Olugbenga Ale who made the revelation while speaking with Government House reporters yesterday in Akure, the Ondo state capital, noted that the present administration would continue to harness the economic potential of the state for the benefit of the citizenry.

He also stressed that Governor Akeredolu led administration remains focused and determined to ensure youths in the state are gainfully engaged through various windows of opportunities government is opening to drastically reduce youth unemployment in the state.

Ale particularly appreciated God and the good people of the state for their unalloyed support since the present administration came on board, promising that government would continue to do its best for overall development of the state and the people.

The Chief of Staff emphasised that all the ongoing infrastructural projects across the state would be completed while many more would be initiated for the comfort of the citizenry and the socio-economic development of the state.

He explained that despite the dwindling federal allocation, the state government has not reneged on its promises of dividends of good governance to the people of the state, saying Akeredolu-led government has stepped up its Internally Generated Revenue and blocked all leakages with a view to providing the needed infrastructure and amenities across the three senatorial districts of the state.

He revealed that Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has promised to continue to make the comfort of the people of the state central regardless of where they live.

“We have promised to make the people of Ondo State the centre piece of our administration. We should expect more projects, more roads, more water scheme, improved health facilities, more industries, more employments for our youths. In fact, it is going to be all-round development.

“If we were to go by what comes into the state, we will not do anything from day one.

But we have decided to look inward and get money to ensure better welfare of the people of Ondo State. We will continue to work harder on our Internally Generated Revenue, IGR, so that we will have more resources for the development of the state.

The Chief of Staff further stated that Akeredolu's sterling efforts at industrialising the state have been yielding positive results as Ondo-Linyi Industrial Hub in Ore has employed hundreds of youths in the state.

He said apart from the direct employments from government especially in the health sector, through industrialisation, a good number of youths in the state have been gainfully employed, thereby taking them off the streets and reducing youth unemployment in the state.

Restriction of Movement, as Ondo Holds last 2019 Environmental Sanitation Today

As Nigerians celebrate the yuletide season, the people of Ondo State have been advised to come out enmasse to observe the last environmental sanitation of this year slated for today Saturday, between 7 and 10 O'clock in the morning.

During the sanitation, there will be a full restriction of movement across the state.

In a Statement, the Ondo State Director of the National Orientation Agency, NOA, Mr. Bode Famose, draws the attention of the people to the importance of the last environmental sanitation of the year as he declared that all waste and dirty surrounding must be cleaned before the new year.

Famose, enjoined the people to guide against unwholesome practices of indiscriminate dumping of refuse to volatile areas as it could constitute environmental health hazard to the overall well-being of citizenry.

The NOA boss reiterated that the tasks of making our environment clean is the responsibility of all Nigerians.
He enjoined the people to guide against unwholesome practices of indiscriminate dumping of refuse to volatile area as it could constitute environmental health hazard to the overall well-being of citizenry.

Furthermore, the NOA Director charged the stakeholders in the environmental Sanitation project to braze up to the challenge of making this December Edition a huge success.
He warned those who are in the habit of contravening the provision of the extant law of the exercise to desist as those caught by law enforcement agents during the exercise would be prosecuted

Ralph Oguntibeju
*NOA PRO*

Akeredolu's giant strides in rural communities development

The Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu-led administration which came into being on Friday, February 24, 2017 came up with a comprehensive change policy and programme blueprint tagged ‘Blueprint to Progress' which is anchored on five cardinal programmes, popularly known as Platforms for Change and is encapsulated in the acronym JMPPR. The R in the series represents ‘Rural Development and Community Extension Services'. Rural development and a strong agricultural sector reduce poverty and form the basis for sustainable economic development at all levels. The only way to stem the rural exodus, which is driving more and more rural inhabitants into the cities in search of a greener pasture is to strengthen the economic base of the rural communities and offer people in the rural areas a secure future.

Until the coming on board of the Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu-led administration in Ondo State the living conditions of the people in the rural areas of the state are very poor. Poverty and hunger are widespread, basic services are not guaranteed while schools and hospitals are frequently inaccessible.

Since his inauguration as the Executive Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu has continued to show uncommon commitment to his pact with the people to ensure the transformation of the rural areas of the state through the Directorate of Rural and Community Development and the two World Bank-assisted Agencies under the Directorate; the Ondo State Community and Social Development Agency (ODCSDA) and the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP).

In June 2019, Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu rejigged his cabinet by effecting some major reshufflements. These major shake-ups in the administration brought onboard Hon. Babatunde Gabriel Kolawole who just completed his term as a Member of the Federal House of Representatives representing Akoko South East/Akoko South West Federal Constituency. On being sworn in July 4, 2019, Hon. Babatunde Gabriel Kolawole who is popularly known as the Amaechi of Ondo State was assigned the portfolio of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Rural and Community Development. Thus, he is to oversee the implementation of one of the five (5) point agenda of the present administration in the state which is Rural Development and Community Extension Services through the Directorate of Rural and Community Development.

The mandate of the Directorate of Rural and Community Development is to redress generation of the neglect of rural communities in the state in the following ways:

i.​mobilize and empower the rural populace to create wealth through increased agriculture, industrial and other productive activities;

ii.​promote the expansion of the production base of the rural economy through the creation and expansion of agricultural enterprises;

iii.​provide rural support services needed to bring about increased production of goods and services and raise rural production in general; and

iv.​improve the productivity of human resources in the rural communities; develop the rural area and raise the quality of life of the rural dwellers.

In line with the above-outlined mandate, the Directorate under the watch of Hon. Babatunde Gabriel Kolawole, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Rural and Community Development has carried out needs assessment exercise tagged ‘bottom-up approach' across the three senatorial districts to ensure that the felt-needs of the people are met. The exercise provided our rural dwellers the rare opportunity of deciding projects to be executed in the their various localities. Earlier, a pre-needs assessment appraisal stakeholders' meeting was held inside the newly renovated and well-furnished Conference Hall of the Directorate at the State Secretariat Annex along Ilesha/Owo Expressway in Akure to sensitize participants and seek their cooperation on the scheduled needs assessment exercise. It is pertinent to point out here that the Conference Hall was in a very deplorable state until the recent renovation work carried out under the leadership of Hon. Babatunde Gabriel Kolawole. Participants at the said stakeholders' meeting include Local Council Caretaker Chairmen, royal fathers, experts, religious leaders, civil society organizations, market women, youth organizations and Directors of Community Development Department in the eighteen local government areas . Inputs from the field officers and experts engaged for the weeklong exercise have been Incorporated into the 2020 budget of the Directorate. In effect, projects to be executed by the Directorate in the coming year(s) will be those that have direct impact on the people and it will, as well, eliminate duplication of projects. This is a clear departure from the past when government adopted the top-bottom approach in projects execution.

Also, top officials of the Directorate of Rural and Community Development recently embarked on a statewide tour to have first-hand information about abandoned projects initiated by the defunct Ministry of Community and Co-operative Services under previous administrations with a view to completing them for use of the benefitting communities.

The inauguration of the Community Development Committees (CDCs) at the ward level across the eighteen local government areas of Ondo State by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Rural and Community Development Hon. Babatunde Gabriel Kolawole is to further enhance the participation of the people at the grassroot in projects documentation and implementation. Under this programme, ten (10) people which include community leaders, religious leaders, market women, youths, Community Development Association officials, farmers and retired civil servants were selected across the 203 wards. They are being empowered to initiate and monitor projects in their various wards.

The Directorate of Rural and Community Development which is being supervised by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Rural and Community Development, Hon. Babatunde Gabriel Kolawole, has two World Bank-assisted Agencies (ODCSDA and RAAMP) under its watch.

The Ondo State Community and Social Development Agency (ODCSDA) uses the bottom-to-top approach, where communities apply for intervention in the provision of social amenities in form of Micro-Projects. Community and Social Development Project (CSDP) is a Community Driven Development (CDD) Project focusing on building and rebuilding social and natural resource infrastructure services at the community level.

The overall goal of the CSDP is improved access to services for human development, while the Project Development Objective is to sustainably increase access of poor people to social and natural resource infrastructure services. The CSDP seeks to promote the human development of poor people at the grass root level using a CDD approach. It is for this reason that the CSDP is set to contribute to an overall goal of improved access to services for human development.

It is gratifying to add here that the Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu-led administration has shown commendable impacts in its efforts at raising the standard of living in the rural communities across Ondo State. We are not just witnessing transformation in our rural communities, there is an all round development in all other sectors of the state. No doubt, the present administration has demonstrated uncommon commitment to all articles of its JMPPR blueprint as a proven effective roadmap for the execution of the developmental plans and projects for the state. This blueprint is anchored on five (5) cardinal programmes. They are: (1) Job Creation through Agriculture, Entrepreneurship and Industrialisation; (2) Massive Infrastructural Development and Maintenance; (3) Provision of Functional Education and Technological Growth; (4) Provision of Accessible and Qualitative Health Care and Social Service Delivery; (5) Rural Development and Community Extension Services.

10TH ANNIVERSARY: MILLENNIUM COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, AKURE COMPETING WELL – AKEREDOLU

The Ondo state governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has urged the management and staff of the Millennium College of Health Technology, Aaye, Akure, to continue to compete well in producing globally competitive health professionals needed for the development of health sector in the country.

Akeredolu stated this at the 2nd combined convocation ceremony marking the 10th anniversary of the College, held at the College main auditorium, Aaye, Oda Road, Akure.

The College, at the special ceremony, conferred on governor Akeredolu an Excellence Award for his sustainable health policies and programmes, which the institution noted are imparting positively on the lives of the people of the state.

Receiving the award, the governor represented by the Head, Standard and Quality Assurance, Ondo State Contributory Health Commission, Dr. Toyin Adeyalo-Ogundare, who appreciated the College for the award, also reassured the people of the state that his administration would not relent in its commitment to until every resident of the state is captured under the State Contributory Health Insurance.

He lauded the institution for its tremendous progress in the training of middle health professionals within the relatively short period of its establishment, urging the College to sustain the outstanding achievements.

Earlier, presenting the award to the governor on behalf of the institution, the Chairman, College Governing Council, Mrs Caroline Ogunbadenusi, said the lofty health policies and programmes of Akeredolu-led administration have not only made qualitative healthcare services affordable but also more accessible to the people of the state.

She specifically applauded the governor for his free medical services for pregnant women and children of 0-5 years, recruitment of more health personnel, establishment of more health facilities and upgrading of the existing ones, among others.

The Governing Council Chairman stressed that the College would not rest on its oars until it becomes the best private health institution in Nigeria, adding that in the quest to ensure a 21st century complaint training, the College provides state-of-the-art digital training equipment and facilities, e-library, modern laboratory, ICT centre, hostel accommodation and highly professional/experienced lecturers, all of global standard.

She explained that the College has also concluded affiliation with some Nigerian and foreign Universities for degree programmes to provide a veritable platform for graduates to pursue Bachelor /Master degrees and enable them climb to the pinnacle of their respective careers, right from the College.

The Provost of the College, Mrs. Ayodele Adinlewa, said that all the programmes of the institution including the Higher National Diploma (HND) have been fully accredited by the relevant Federal Government Regulatory Bodies/Council, saying that the school is fully committed to theoretical, practical training and entrepreneurship skill development.

While congratulating the graduating students on their successes, the Provost also encouraged them not to relent in their efforts at achieving more successes in future, just as she advised them to always remember their Alma-mata.

Millennium College of Health Technology commenced operations at a temporary site in 2009 before relocating to its current 12-hectare permanent site in 2012, with a vision of producing quality skilful and self-reliant middle level health personnel who are capable of making modest contributions to national health development.

Highlights of the ceremony were goodwill messages from other sister institutions, conferment of awards to other personalities, presentation of prizes to the Overall Best graduating students for various sessions, cutting of anniversary cake and cultural display.

Speaking on behalf of other graduating student, Akinwumi Esther, who thanked the management and staff of the College, their parents and guardians, for their unwavering commitment to ensure their successes in all ramifications, also promised to continue to be good ambassadors of the College anywhere the find themselves.

A three-set comprising 2016/2017, 2017/2018 and 2018/2019 academic sessions were convoked at the ceremony.

Source:
https://citadelng.com.ng/2019/12/23/10th-anniversary-millennium-college-of-health-technology-akure-competing-well-akeredolu/

ARAKUNRIN AKEREDOLU AWARDED AFRICAN MOST ENTREPRENEURIAL FRIENDLY GOVERNOR

Addressing the young entrepreneurs and participants at the African Youth Entrepreneurs Annual Summit in Akure in what was termed the largest gathering of Entrepreneurs in Africa, The Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Akeredolu has reiterated the need for African Youths to think out of the box and harness their potentials to create a better reality for themselves.
Speaking at the event, Governor Akeredolu appreciated the vision of the founder of the African Youths Entrepreneurs for seeing to the development of youths through entrepreneurship across the African Continent. Governor Akeredolu recognised the youths as an integral part of the society whose significance to national development cannot be undermined. He stated that both the Federal Government as well as the state Government are working assiduously to reducing the unemployment rate in the Country. He explained that through the numerous youth friendly activities of the his administration, the state government has seen to the empowerment of thousands of youths in the State especially through agriculture.
According to him, "We have been able to engage some of our youths at various levels in spite of the huge wage bill with its debilitating effects on the economy of the State. We embarked on a course with a view to giving a new orientation to the people on the significance of being self-reliant. The young ones are the ambassadors who must drive this new thinking."
Advising the youths present, he enjoined them not to rely on their certificates alone,but they must ensure that they add to their skills set. He added that while white collar jobs may not be readily available for everyone, the youth must not allow themselves to be buoyed by this, instead they must look inward to means through which they can create wealth through pure entrepreneurship means, adding that the government is readily available and willing to support them.
Appreciating the contributions of the Ondo State Governor for his immense contribution to youth development and giving youth a conducive atmosphere to thrive, he was awarded the most entrepreneurial friendly Governor in Africa.

Amudipe Marcus
TCC NEWS

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2019/12/22/arakunrin-akeredolu-awarded-african-most-entrepreneurial-friendly-governor/

Akeredolu honours three Ex-Corps members with cash gift

Three ex-corps members in Ondo state have been given an award of meritorious service each by the National Youth Service Corps in Ondo state.

The award sponsored by the government of Ondo state was presented to the corps members by Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu (SAN) who was represented by the Commissioner for Youth & Sports Development, Dotun Owanikin Esq. during the closing ceremony of 2019 batch C stream II orientation course held at the camp in Ikare Akoko.

The first position which went to Mr Abem Raymond Godwin with number OD/18C/1209, attracted the sum of one hundred thousand naira; second position, Miss Adeleke Florence Ifeoluwa with number OD/18C/0266 attracted the sum of eighty thousand naira and the third position Dr (Miss) Ukweni Chinonyerem with number OD/18C/1156 attracted the sum of fifty thousand naira only.

The award was in fulfilment of the scheme recognition for hard work, good conducts and meritorious service of the recipients while observing the compulsory one year service to their fatherland.

Each of the corps members had been considered for the award following points garnered from embarking on personal projects, obedience to posting, participation in camp activities, attendance at CDS among others.

Addressing the new corps members who completed the three weeks orientation course, Governor Akeredolu assured them of his administration commitment to their welfare urging them to be selfless and hardworking as there are rewards for selfless service.

Governor Akeredolu who informed the corps members that Ondo state is relatively peaceful and safe however enjoined them to be security conscious.

The orientation programme which was an avenue to educate the corps members on the host state norms and values including acquiring entrepreneurship skills among other activities was declared closed by the representative of the Governor having watched the parade by the corps members.

ugwusunday:
It is true that this man is an APC member, but to be frank, he is just different frm others... I just love his adminstrative lifestyle

the work and the good he did we will always speak for him

I WILL NEVER PLAY POLITICS WITH THE DESTINY OF THE STATE- AKEREDOLU

Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu,SAN, has reiterated his vow never to play politics with the destiny of the state.

The Governor said he would instead continue to render purposeful and selfless leadership that engender all-round development.

Governor Akeredolu said his belief is that government and development should be about the people and for the benefit of the good people of the State.

Arakunrin Akeredolu made this known while delivering his address at the 2019 State Carols and Lessons, held at the International Center for Culture and Event (DOME), Igbatoro road, Akure, the state capital on Wednesday.

He said opening up of rural roads to facilitate easy evacuation of agricultural produce from the farms will be the top priority of his administration as the dry season starts.

The Governor emphasised that the efforts of his government in the industrialisation of the State is already yielding fruits, adding that the state will be better for it by the time all the efforts crystalise.

Speaking on the reason for the season, Governor Akeredolu urged the people to reflect on the major essence and reason for the birth of Jesus Christ, which he described as redemption from judgment to salvation, healing and happiness.

He said the people must embrace and promote humanity, common good, love, peace, care and concern for one another, and most importantly, the pathway to the salvation of others.

Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana joined the Governor at the 2019 state carols and lessson.

Members of the state executive council, members of the state House of Assembly, led by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Bamidele Oleyelogun, Royal fathers, religious leaders and other eminent personalities also attended the event.

Olabode Richard Olatunde
Special Assistant to the Governor (New Media)
December 18, 2019.

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Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2019/12/18/i-will-never-play-politics-with-the-destiny-of-the-state-akeredolu/

AKEREDOLU BUILDS NEW GOVERNMENT HOUSE CHAPEL

Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, has built a new Government House Chapel at the Governor’s Lodge, Alagbaka, Akure.

The Governor said the building of the worship center was conceived by the administration of former Governor Olusegun Mimiko.

Governor Akeredolu said his administration, however, redesigned the foundation that was put in place by the former administration and constructed a befitting Chapel, adding that nothing was too much to give to God.

The former Governor, Dr. Mimiko, and retired Chief Judge of the state, Justice Sehinde Kumuyi were among the dignitaries who joined Governor Akeredolu for the Dedication and Consecration of the Chapel at the Government House on Wednesday.

Scores of Religious leaders, including the Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Rev. Ayo Oladapo, labour leaders and other prominent personalities were at the Dedication and Consecration service.

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2019/12/18/akeredolu-builds-new-government-house-chapel/

QUALITATIVE WATER SUPPLY TO RECEIVE A BOOST AS AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK APPROVES $124.2 MILLION lOAN FOR ONDO STATE

Building on the success of the Kamoni Aketi water scheme in Ondo State, the drive of the Akeredolu led administration to ensure that water scarcity becomes a thing of the past through the provision of adequate qualitative water supply right across the 18 local government areas of the state has received a major boost as the The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank on the 12th of December 2019 approved a $ 124.2 million loan to finance the Urban Water Sector Reform and Akure Water Supply and Sanitation Project in Nigeria. The amount includes an African Growing Together Fund (AGTF) loan of $20 million.
According to Ebrima Faal, Senior Director at the Bank’s Nigeria Regional Office, "the project is set to address bottlenecks in critical water supply services to households in the densely populated project area. It would provide residents of Akure city (Ondo State) and its environs, access to safe drinking water and sanitation. The project will strengthen the Federal Government’s capacity to facilitate urban Water Supply and Sanitation reforms."
The overall project cost is $222.69 million and it's expected to span five years from 2020-2025. Also it's been projected that on the completion of the project, the project will benefit the 1.3 million residents of Akure City and vicinities. The Loan will see to the completion of the on-going rehabilitation of the Owena multipurpose dam. Also the loan will also help to install sanitation infrastructure for schools, hospitals, markets.
Amudipe Marcus
TCC NEWS

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2019/12/18/qualitative-water-supply-to-receive-a-boost-as-african-development-bank-approves-124-2-million-loan-for-ondo-state/

ARTFEST WILL DRIVE MORE DEVELOPMENT IN ONDO- AKEREDOLU

Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, has said the Festival of Arts and Culture (ARTFEST) will drive more development in the state by projecting its rich cultural heritage to the world.

The Governor said his administration’s commitment to the development of the arts, culture and tourism sector of the state was part of his vision to explore the socio-economic potentials of arts and culture to drive tourism development, create employment and empower the people.

The Governor spoke at the opening ceremony of the 2019 Festival of Arts and Culture, held at the MKO Abiola Democracy Park, Akure.

The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Otunba Gani Adams, graced the event, which also featured musical artists like Demola Suzi, Saint Janet and others.

The event, which was also supported by Nigerian Breweries, was filled with funfare and massive turnout.

Arakunrin Akeredolu said the Ondo Artfest platform will help to create wealth, using art and culture for employment generation and opening up the state for investors and tourists with the aim to improve the economy.



He said the Artfest template will also create the platform for various artistes to showcase their talents and propagate rich cultural heritage of the state to the outside world.

Governor Akeredolu said: ”You will agree with me that cultural festivals, such as the ARTFEST offer the perfect opportunity to experience the very best of our unique culture, which is the embodiment of our ways of life.

“More than anything else, this festival is a celebration of life. The joy of living is something every person can embrace.

"Today, with so much attention focused on the things that separate us, this festival is, however, an affirmation of elements which bind us together in a common quest to enjoy living, hence the theme TOGETHERNESS.

“Culture is a mould for uniting the people. We are therefore not unaware of the power of arts and culture to promote unity, peace, social integration and harmony in our society.

“Ondo state has a lot to showcase in the area of culture given the fact that every community in the state is uniquely endowed. We are indeed a people of rich culture which can be described as a true reflection of "a state of unity in cultural diversity.”

Speaking earlier, Aare Gani Adams urged tourists and investors to come to the state, adding that the state is safe for investment and tourism.

Olabode Richard Olatunde
Special Assistant to the Governor (New Media)
December 17, 2019.

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2019/12/18/artfest-will-drive-more-development-in-ondo-akeredolu/

DEJI OF AKURE ENDORSES AKEREDOLU FOR CONTINUITY
Amudipe Marcus
TCC NEWS


Striking a new height of amazing and unprecedented development in Ondo state, the Akeredolu led administration has continued to strike the right cords with life impacting and community development projects and initiatives. The people of the Sunshine State can’t be happier and pleased, the recent declaration of the Deji of Akure, Oba Aladetoyibo Aladelusi is a testament of the general acceptance of the Governor and his many initiatives
The Deji of Akure Kingdom, His Royal Highness Oba Aladetoyibo Aladelusi while speaking at the official commissioning of the UNIMEDTH critical care unit and the flag off of the construction of the ultra modern hospital in UNIMEDTH Akure and Ondo Complexes declared his support as well as that of the people of Akure for the Akeredolu led administration urging the good sons and daughters of the Sunshine state to ensure the continuity of this government.
The monarch expressed his pleasure and satisfaction at the commissioning of the facility stated that it would go a long way in bolstering healthcare service delivery in the state, He added that since the inception of the Akeredolu led administration the State has witnessed a tremendous amount of positive change and development from Health care service delivery to the numerous infrastructural drive as well as empowerment programmes and its massive industrialization push in the State.
Also speaking at the event, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Dr. Jibayo Adeyeye highlighted some of the achievement of the Akeredolu administration in Healthcare in the State, according to him, the Ondo State Governor Arakunrin Akereolu initiated and passed the Ondo State Contibutory health scheme law within his first year in office, adding to this Arakunrin Akeredolu has commenced with the launching of the scheme which will guarantee free maternal and child care all over Ondo State.
He also added that the Governor met a comatose Teaching Hospital with a zero accreditation for the training of resident Doctors and students, however the narrative has been change for the better with the intervention of Arakunrin Akeredolu as the state now have accreditation to train post graduate Doctors in 18 specialties; over 100 doctors,200 nurses and close to 20 cadre of staffs have been employed to boost services of both Ondo and Akure Complex of UNIMEDTH
Hon. Jibayo Adeyeye explained that the Governor is not relenting in his efforts to upgrade the health care service delivery in the state as he has also used his ingenuity to attract international donation of equipment worth six million Us Dollars by promptly paying for the logistic and shipping of the equipments to Ondo State, while the State medical store which has been desolate for over 10 years is now full of medical equipments.
Following these impressive feats as achieved by Arakunrin Akeredolu within the space of 2 years as Governor of Ondo Stat, it is no gainsaying or smokescreen to say that the entire people of Ondo State indeed struck gold with Arakunrin, as he has proven times without number that the interest of the good people of Ondo State is his topmost priority.

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2019/12/17/deji-of-akure-endorses-akeredolu-for-continuity-2/