Medical Laboratory Technicians Graduates Inducted at OYSCOHEST, Provost Reinforces Commitment to Quality Healthcare

The Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria on April 23, 2026, inducted thirty nine (39) Medical Laboratory Technician Graduates of the Department of Medical Laboratory Technology of the Oyo State College of Health Sciences and Technology (OYSCOHEST),

Delivering the welcome address, the Head of Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, MLS Suliat Adigun Mustapha (FIPMLD), commended the graduating students for their dedication and reaffirmed the department’s commitment to producing competent and ethical professionals.

In her address, the Provost of the institution, Pharm. (Mrs) Oluyemisi Moradeke Oyewo, emphasized the importance of discipline, integrity, and continuous professional development, urging the inductees to uphold the highest standards in healthcare practice and collaborate with other healthcare professionals for better patient outcomes.

The highlight of the ceremony was the induction of the graduates into the profession, with the taking of the professional oath, which was administered on behalf of the Acting Registrar of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria, Dr  Donald Ibe Ofili,  by Dr. Akinwale Akinlabi, the Director of Education of the Council, officially conferring on them the status of Certified Medical Laboratory Technicians. In his remarks, Dr. Akinlabi stressed strict adherence to professional ethics, regulatory standards, and continuous learning in an evolving healthcare landscape.

Awards of distinction were presented to outstanding graduates, with Miss Victoria Oladesu, the Best Graduating Student, delivering the valedictory speech on behalf of her colleagues. She expressed appreciation to their lecturers, parents , guardians and mentors, and admonished her peers to pursue excellence in their careers.

The Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi, who was represented by Dr. Akintunde Kehinde Ayinde, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, highlighted the critical role of medical laboratory professionals in accurate diagnosis and effective treatment while the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Hon. Olusegun Olayiwola,  represented by Mr. Mufutau Adegboyega, a Deputy Director in the Ministry,  commended the institution’s contributions to human capital development in the health sector.

The Chairman of the occasion, who is also the Chairman of the OYSCOHEST Governing Council, Rt. Hon.Babatunde Olaniyan, in his remarks,  noted the steady progress of the institution and charged the inductees to uphold excellence and professionalism as ambassadors of the College.

The event drew a distinguished audience of government officials, healthcare administrators, and industry leaders, underscoring the growing relevance of Medical Laboratory Science in strengthening healthcare delivery across Oyo State and Nigeria. Present at the ceremony was the Chairman of the Oyo State Hospitals Management Board (OYSHMB), Dr. Akin Stephen Fagbemi, represented by Mrs. U.K.Onwuka, who emphasized the need for dedication and excellence in healthcare delivery. Also in attendance were the representatives of the Director of Laboratory Services of the OYSHMB, Ministry of Health, and professional bodies such as the Association of Medical Laboratory Technicians and Assistants of Nigeria (AMELTAN), all of whom encouraged the inductees to uphold the dignity of the profession.

The event not only marked a significant milestone for the graduates but also highlighted the vital role of medical laboratory science in advancing public health outcomes in Oyo State and across Nigeria.

MTG Pays Birthday Visit to Oyo NUJ Chairman, Akeem Abas, Pledges Joint Efforts to Combat Quackery

 

The Media Transformative Group (MTG), a forum of General Managers of private radio stations in Ibadan, has paid a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, Mr. Akeem Abas, to congratulate him on his birthday celebrated on April 18.

The delegation, led by the Convener of MTG and General Manager of Pensioners FM, Dr. Babatunde Tiamiyu, was accompanied by the Director of Creative and Publicity, Mr. Stephen Adedigba, who is also the General Manager of Omoluabi FM. The group presented a specially designed picture frame to the celebrant in recognition of his impactful leadership.

Speaking on behalf of the group, Mr. Stephen Adedigba commended the Oyo NUJ Chairman for his transformative initiatives, particularly in the areas of training, capacity development of journalists, and the restoration of professionalism and dignity within the profession,  noting that his leadership has positively repositioned journalism practice in the state.

Mr. Adedigba further expressed the readiness of MTG to collaborate with the NUJ leadership in tackling quackery in the media space across the Pace Setter State, while emphasising the group’s commitment to supporting efforts aimed at sanitizing the profession and upholding ethical standards.

On his part, convener of the group,  Dr. Tiamiyu explained that the MTG was established to promote professionalism, enhance marketing strategies, foster cordial relationships, and encourage continuous training among private radio stations in the state.

In his response, the Oyo NUJ Chairman, Mr. Akeem Abas appreciated the MTG for the visit and their gesture of goodwill. 

He described the recognition as thoughtful and encouraging, noting that it would further inspire him to do more for the profession.

Mr. Abas reiterated the commitment of the union under his leadership to intensify efforts against quackery in journalism, which he said has been exacerbated by the negative influence of unregulated social media practices. 

He assured that the council would continue to promote professionalism and strict adherence to ethical standards.

Mr. Abas expressed the readiness of the Oyo NUJ to partner with groups and associations that share similar vision and objectives in order to collectively restore the integrity of journalism in the state.

Oyo Govt Reaffirms Commitment to Education Reform as Schools Resume Third Term

The Oyo State Government has reiterated its unwavering commitment to education reform and development through strategic policies and initiatives impacting both public and private schools across the state.

The Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Hon. Olusegun Olayiwola, made this known while welcoming students back for the third term resumption scheduled for Monday, April 27, 2026.

Hon. Olayiwola explaned that the new academic term is packed with key educational activities, including teaching, training, and promotional examinations such as SSCE and GCE. 

He urged students to remain focused, disciplined, and committed to their studies, while also being law-abiding.

He emphasised that teachers must demonstrate professionalism by being punctual, adequately prepared, and consistent in delivering lessons.

 He stressed the importance of proper lesson planning, timely attendance in classrooms, and leading by example in discipline.

The Commissioner also called on parents and guardians to take an active role in monitoring their children’s academic progress, instilling discipline, and working closely with teachers to ensure the all-round development of their wards.

Describing the third term as a crucial 14-week academic period, Hon. Olayiwola admonished all stakeholders to work collaboratively towards achieving academic excellence.

 He further advised proprietors of private schools to strictly adhere to the academic calendar issued by the Ministry of Education.

Aderinto Felicitates Sister on Conferment of Honorary Doctorate Degree

The Honourable Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources in Oyo State, Pastor Engr. Dr. Ademola Aderinto, has congratulated his younger sister, Mrs. Adepeju Aderinto-Owa, on her conferment with a Distinguished Award of Honorary Doctorate Degree of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Financial Management.

 The recognition came just two days after the Honourable Commissioner marked his birthday and three months in office, a milestone celebrated by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), the Head of Service (HOS), and other top government dignitaries.

The honour was conferred on Saturday, April 25, 2026, by Prowess University during a ceremony held at the KAAF Auditorium.

 The event drew family members, friends, and well-wishers, including Hon. Ademola Aderinto, who attended in support of his sister.

 Dr. Adepeju currently steers the affairs of Credit Support NG LTD and serves as Director across several other corporations.

Speaking at the event, the Honourable Commissioner expressed pride in his sister’s achievement, describing it as well deserved and a reflection of her consistent excellence, dedication, and drive for success.

 He encouraged her to remain steadfast, adding that “the best is yet to come.”

Mrs. Adepeju Aderinto-Owa has distinguished herself through notable professional accomplishments and active membership in reputable bodies. She is an Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN), as well as an Affiliate Member of the Chartered Institute of Public Finance Accountants (UK).

She is also a Fellow of several institutions, including the Institute of Chartered Economists of Nigeria, the Institute of Organizational & Administrative Risk Management, the Chartered Institute of Information and Strategy Management, the Chartered Institute of Mentoring and Coaching Nigeria, the Institute of Intrapreneurship and Human Resource Development, and the Institute of Arts and Management Professionals.

Beyond her professional attainments, she serves as an ECOWAS Youth Ambassador and an African Union Ambassador, reflecting her commitment to leadership and service across the continent. She is also a recipient of the Nelson Mandela Award of Excellence and Integrity.

A devoted wife and mother of three, Mrs. Aderinto-Owa continues to inspire through resilience, consistency, and a passion for value creation, standing as a role model to professionals and young people alike.

The Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources joins family, friends, and well wishers in celebrating her on this achievement and wishes her continued success in all future endeavours.

Lana slams APC National Secretary over remarks on Makinde

A member of the Oyo State  Advisory Council, Barrister Michael Lana, has berated the National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Ajibola Basiru, for accusing  Governor Seyi Makinde of making irresponsible statement.

Makinde had at the Opposition Political Parties National Summit held in Ibadan on Saturday, warned of ‘Operation wetie', a violent political crisis in Western Nigeria between 1962 and 1965, should the country descend into a one-party state.

But Lana in a statement he personally signed on Sunday, said rarher than blaming Makinde for what he said Basiru and his ilks should have checked the inciting actions of his party and President Bola Tinubu and juxtapose them with what he termed, the mere advice of the governor given timeously to avoid  a repeat of what happened in the first republic.

According to him, if Basiru had done that he would have known that the APC had been inciting Nigerians especially in the political field with its actions in its attempt to have a one-party state with its President as the only candidate in the 2027 general elections. 

The former Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice in Oyo State disclosed that this is the first time in the history of the country where a party will have over 30 governors, not voted for in that party but coerced by the ruling party thereby leaving Nigerians who voted for different parties stranded.

He stated further that this is also the first time that all organs of state are captured by a party and being used to destabilize opposition, noting that this is the first time in the history of Nigeria that a government will amend the Electoral Act for its own benefit but against the interest of Nigerians and appoint an electoral umpire right from its flanks whose credibility is flawed with each attempt to cover his tracks.

Lana insisted that these are inciting actions that Bashiru should warn against, stating that they portend high risk of danger and are more dangerous to what happened during "operation wetie."

He said, "When Nigerians are pushed to the wall and without any hope or solution because all apparatus that would redress these failings have been captured by the state, they will have no choice than to resort to violence."

He maintained that it is highly commendable that we have a governor such as Makinde to remind Nigerians and those in government to have a rethink before such events happen, noting that it is people like Bashiru who will see him as an enemy and continue to prod the President on until the worst happens.

LASSA FEVER: Oyo Govt Confirms 5 Cases, Records 1 Death

The Oyo State Government has confirmed five cases of Lassa fever outbreak, with one death, assuring residents that swift response measures have been activated to contain the spread and protect public health.

Speaking at a press briefing, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi explained that the confirmed cases are currently being managed in designated isolation and treatment facilities, including the State Infectious Disease Centre (IDC), Olodo, and the University College Hospital (UCH) isolation unit, where specialized clinical care and containment protocols are being implemented.

The Commissioner stated that the state government promptly activated its emergency response framework, initiating a coordinated multi-sectoral intervention in line with national guidelines from the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) and global standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO).

She appreciated the Governor of Oyo State, Engr. ‘Seyi Makinde, for his decisive leadership and unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of residents, noting that his timely approval and release of emergency funds facilitated rapid operationalization of the response structure.

Dr. Ajetunmobi outlined key interventions already implemented, including the activation of the Incident Management System (IMS) and Emergency Operations Centre (EOC), as well as the establishment of a multi-sectoral response team comprising the Health, Environment, Agriculture, and Information sectors.

She further noted that a comprehensive Incident Action Plan has been developed and is being implemented, alongside intensified surveillance, including active case search and monitoring of over 200 identified contacts.

Other measures include the deployment of the Surveillance Outbreak Response Management and Analysis System (SORMAS) for real-time data management, operationalization of isolation centres, and prepositioning of Ribavirin and other essential commodities.

In addition, Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) measures have been strengthened, including provision and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Safe and dignified burial protocols are also being implemented in collaboration with environmental health authorities.

She added that environmental sanitation, fumigation, and decontamination of affected areas are ongoing, while continuous capacity building and sensitization of healthcare workers are being carried out. Public risk communication through mass media, information materials, and community engagement is also being sustained.

The Commissioner further emphasized strengthened laboratory coordination with the UCH Biorepository Clinical Virology Laboratory to support timely diagnosis and response.

She acknowledged the strong intersectoral collaboration that has made the response effective, appreciating UCH, Ibadan, for its critical role in case management, laboratory diagnosis, and clinical support.

She also commended the Ministries of Environment, Agriculture, and Information, as well as development partners for their technical and logistical support. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) was also appreciated for its technical leadership and coordination.

Dr. Ajetunmobi urged residents of Oyo State to adhere strictly to preventive measures, including:Proper storage of food in sealed, rodent-proof containers,Maintaining environmental sanitation to eliminate rodent habitats,Avoiding contact with rodents and implementing control measures in homes and farms

Regular hand washing with soap and water

Avoiding contact with bodily fluids of suspected or confirmed cases,Seeking prompt medical attention for symptoms such as fever, vomiting, or bleeding

Reporting suspected cases immediately to the nearest health facility

Strict compliance with IPC protocols by healthcare workers.

She advised residents to remain calm, vigilant, and cooperative with public health directives, noting that further updates will be provided as the situation evolves.

In his remarks, the Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Engr. Ademola Aderinto, said the ministry has taken proactive steps to curb the spread of Lassa fever in the state. He disclosed that environmental health officers have been deployed to sensitise residents on preventive measures.

He added that the ministry is engaging food vendors to ensure contaminated food is not sold to the public, while emphasizing the importance of maintaining clean and safe environments.

The Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, said the present administration is prioritizing the security and health sectors in the state, calling on residents to adhere strictly to preventive measures issued by the Ministry of Health.

The representative of the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of UCH, Prof. Jesse Otegbeye, represented by Prof. Bukola Adesina, appreciated the Oyo State Government for its swift response, describing the support as robust, comprehensive, and reassuring.

He noted that resources made available by the state government greatly assisted in managing the situation effectively.

 

2026 HAJJ:OYO MUSLIM PILGRIMS' WELFARE BOARD CONCLUDES VACCINATION EXERCISE

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..holds Fourth Orientation Programme 

The Oyo State Muslim Pilgrims' Welfare Board has finalized its vaccination exercise for the 2026 Hajj-intending pilgrims from the state, aimed at protecting them against contagious diseases during their stay in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia and beyond.

The Board also held its fourth phase of the periodic education and orientation programme for the intending pilgrims in Ibadan , Oyo , Ogbomoso, Iseyin and Saki zones on Wednesday and Thursday, respectively.

The Chairman of the Board, Shiekh Wahab Atere Hashim Olamide, JP, while addressing the intending pilgrims,   affirmed that the Board would not relent in its efforts to expose them to the rudiments of Hajj and required knowledge through constant orientation and sensitization.

He explained that preparation for the holy journey is in top gear, urging them to be  alert for updates from the Board, including the date for the annual farewell ceremony and airlift schedule.

Taking them through various stages and mandatory aspects of  Hajj, Shiekh Atere admonished the intending pilgrims to take advantage of the opportunities and benefits attributed to Hajj by participating in every stage of the religious ritual without a divided mind. 

Speaking on the vaccination exercise, Medical Expert, Mrs. Mujidat Salam of the Federal Ministry of Health,  explained that the vaccines administered on the intending pilgrims are meant to make their immune systems stronger, prevent them from getting water-related diseases, and enable them to adapt to high-temperature areas,  such as Saudi Arabia.

Reiterating the importance of prevention in maintaining good health status, Mrs. Salam urged the intending pilgrims to be watchful and embrace preventive measures as they prepare for the Hajj pilgrimage.

Vaccines administered during the exercise were Yellow Fever Vaccine (YF) , Cerebrospinal Meningitis Vaccine ( CSM) Influenza and Oral Polio Vaccine ( OPV).