OYSCOHEST PROVOST, OLUYEMISI OYEWO WISHES STAFF AND STUDENTS A HAPPY NEW YEAR

 

The Provost of Oyo State College College of Health Science and Technology,  Eleyele,  Ibadan, Mrs Oluyemisi Oyewo has congratulated the entire Staff and Students of  the College for entering year 2024. 

The congratulatory message was contained in a new year message, released in Ibadan, by the College Public Relations Officer, Mr Sola Samuel Ojewole.

The Provost in the statement,  appreciated the loyalty, dedication and  commitment of the entire workforce of the College, in the outgone year, advising them to sustain the tempo, and even strive to do better by working harder and being more committed and dedicated in this new year in the interest  of  the College's development.

Mrs Oluyemisi Oyewo said the achievements and successes recorded in 2023 were the results of the combined efforts and contributions  of everyone. She also

commended the students for the reign of  peace on the campus, urging them to be more focused academically and strive for excellence in the new year.

She pledged that the Management, under her leadership, will continue to create an enabling working and learning environment for the College community.

She also promised an open door policy to allow for suggestions and ideas that can move the College forward, calling on the staff to feel free to seek clarifications on unclear and knotty issues rather than peddling false rumours  that can trigger discord and disturb the peaceful atmosphere of the College. 

Mrs Oluyemisi Oyewo  prayed that God will grant all the staff and students, good health,  strength,  peace, joy and abundant blessings in the year 2024 and beyond as she charged all the members of the College community, to always remember the College in their prayers.

She applauded the Visitor to the College,  the Executive Governor of the State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, members of the College Governing Council and the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi for their unflinching support for the College.

Olumo Call For Peace ,Harmony And Unity In Oyo State and Nigeria

The chairman OPC New Era in oyo state comrade Rotimi Olumo,as extends his wishes for a prosperous 2024 to the esteemed member of OPC New Era in Oyo state and Nigeria at larger 

In his New Year message comrade Rotimi Olumo expressed optimism gratitude to the the member of OPC New Era in Oyo state and the good people of Oyo state for their support In the last year.

"As we embark on 2024, it is an opportunity for collective introspection towards nation-building. A future of boundless possibilities and shared prosperity for all Nigerians is achievable only in an environment of peace, harmony, and unity."

"2024 heralds a new beginning and renewed hope. Let us step into this New Year with unity, determination, and unwavering optimism.

 Despite the challenges we face as a nation, I firmly believe that by supporting Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration in its patriotic endeavour to restore our nation’s growth trajectory through critical sector reforms and bold economic policies, we will reclaim our dignity within a few years."

"Olumo now use medium to call on good people of Oyo state to support Gov seyi makinde administration so we can enjoy good democracy in Oyo state. 

"Let us embrace this year with enthusiasm, resilience, and a shared vision for a brighter future for Oyo state and Nigeria at lager.

Oyo Trains Facilitators Of Conditional Cash Transfer Scheme

The Oyo State Government has commenced training of one hundred and ninety-nine facilitators to enrol beneficiaries into the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Conditional Cash Transfer Scheme.

The Oyo State Head, State Cash Transfer Unit, Mr. Akintunde Gbadamosi stated this in Ibadan, at a workshop for Cash Transfer facilitators from the thirty-three local government areas of the state.

Mr. Gbadamosi noted that the beneficiaries were expected to receive a monthly stipend of twenty-five thousand naira for three months.

He said the training of officers will fast-track the process and make it easier for the beneficiaries to access the cash transfer.

Gbadamosi also said a total of 199 Local Government officers working on the project comprising 33 desk officers, 133 cash transfer facilitators, and 33 Grievance Redress Officers are being trained to be knowledgeable on the procedure for enrollment and sensitization of the beneficiaries.

Mr. Gbadamosi stated that 240,649 poor and vulnerable households are the beneficiaries, drawn from the 33 LGAs of the State to enjoy the National Social Safety Net Project Scale-Up (NASSP-SU) for three months.

The Head of the Cash Transfer Unit observed that the exercise focused on the unbanked households in the state social register.

The coordinator stressed that the National Identification Number (NIN) is the acceptable means of identification for eligibility.

He reiterated that each beneficiary will be paid the sum of N25,000 per month for three payments, culminating in total financial support of N75,000.

He stressed that this support is to contribute significantly to the wellbeing of residents, due to the hardship caused by the current economic reforms in the country.

Some of the facilitators who spoke with newsmen expressed their readiness to accomplish the task of enumerating beneficiaries.

The Renewed Hope Conditional Cash Transfer Program is a partnership between the World Bank, the Federal Government and State governments to uplift fifteen million poor and vulnerable Nigerians.

Oyo Forum of Permanent Secretaries Donates Cheque for Less Privileged Children to Mark Governor Makinde's 56th Birthday

 

The Forum of Permanent Secretaries, General Managers, Executive Secretaries, Provost on Wednesday presented a cheque of Nine Hundred and Forty Five Thousand Naira to Oyo State Health Insurance Agency (OYSHIA) to foot the bill of the vulnerable children at the State Hospitals to mark 56th birthday of Governor Seyi Makinde.

The official presentation of the cheque to (OYSHIA) was performed by the State Head of Service, Mrs Olubunmi Oni, mni alongside some Permanent Secretaries at the Head of Service conference room, Secretariat, Ibadan.

The Head of Service said the forum has adopted children under the age of five to cater for their bills at the Adeoyo Maternity Hospital and Oni Memorial Hospital, Ring Road Ibadan to celebrate Governor Seyi Makinde's birthday.

She said the association had earlier donated gift items and cheque to rehabilitation center, Moniya and the Less Privileged home, Ijokodo, Ibadan. 

She said "with this our token, we believe it will encourage many people in adopting the less privileged people to care for their needs, I am glad that we have gathered to save the lives of vulnerable children of this State, this programme started five years ago since Governor Makinde assumed duty".

Mrs Oni charged the Head of Hospitals to use the money judiciously for the Health of the less privileged children under the age of five.

Responding, the Executive Secretary, (OYSHIA) Dr. Sola Akande hinted that what the forum of Permanent Secretaries is doing is in line with what the Oyo State Governor Engineer Seyi Makinde is doing for pensioners in the State on their Health status.

Abiodun Atilola

Media Officer to the SSG/HOS

December, 2023.

Lana mourns Akeredolu, says death rude shock

A member of the Oyo State Advisory Council, Barrister Michael Lana, has bemoaned the death of the Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu, SAN, describing it as tragic and rude shock.

Lana in a statement he personally signed, said the former President, Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), was a visionary leader with an unwavering dedication to his people and social justice.

According to him, Akeredolu was a dogged fighter throughout his life time making indelible footprints in law and politics, stating that 

he spearheaded major initiatives that brought about positive change not only to the South West region but the country as a whole. 

The governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the last general election, added that the memory of the immediate Chairman of the South West Governors Forum, will continue to serve as a beacon of hope and inspiration for generations to come, noting that he would be remembered for his legacy of compassion, justice and progress.

Lana said, "I mourn the death of a dear big brother, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu, the Governor of Ondo State. His death came to me as a rude shock because it is nothing but an end of a glorious era of service to humanity not only through the law profession but also politics. 

"Arakunrin Akeredolu made great impact in 

championing the cause of justice and the upliftment of the people at all times, I commiserate with his dear wife, Mrs. Betty Akeredolu, the children and the entire family, members of the law profession, as well as the good people of Ondo State, praying that the good Lord will comfort us all and grant us the fortitude to bear the loss of an Icon who died at a time his services were still needed."

Christmas : Alao preaches love, compassion A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Engineer Oyedele Hakeem Alao, has felicitated with all Christian faithful in the state on the commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ. Alao in a message by his Media Office, while wishing the entire people of the state a memorable Christmas and new year holiday, enjoined them to take to heart the values for the season such as love, peace, and joy for all mankind. According to him, these are values that unify our common humanity in a feast of love, noting that it is important for the people to use the season to appreciate the mercy of God on them as individuals and the state as a whole. He said, "I wish all Christian faithful and the entire people of the state a merry Christmas and a prosperous 2024. I want to call on Christians to emulate the virtues of Christ, who through self-sacrifice brought salvation to humanity. "It is crucial that we remember our closest neighbours because there is no better way for us to celebrate Christmas as a people than showing genuine love, care, compassion and empathy for one another. “In this season of love, joy and peace, let us not fail to remember those who really wish to celebrate but are constrained in one way or the other by reaching out to them." The Asiwaju of Irokoland, who acknowledged what the people of the state and indeed Nigerians are passing through, called for support for the administration of President Bola Tinubu, stating that with prayers and committment on the part of all the country would get out of the woods. "That Nigerians are passing through difficulty is an understatement, I want to urge every Christian and indeed Nigerian to not to stop praying for the country and its leaders as I believe that in togetherness we would overcome the present challenges", Alao added.

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Engineer Oyedele Hakeem Alao, has felicitated with all Christian faithful in the state on the commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ. 

Alao in a message by his Media Office, while wishing the entire people of the state a memorable Christmas and new year holiday, enjoined them to take to heart the values for the season such as love, peace, and joy for all mankind. 

According to him, these are values that unify our common humanity in a feast of love, noting that it is important for the people to use the season to appreciate the mercy of God on them as individuals and the state as a whole.

He said, "I wish all Christian faithful and the entire people of the state a merry Christmas and a prosperous 2024. I want to call on Christians to emulate the virtues of Christ, who through self-sacrifice brought salvation to humanity.

"It is crucial that we remember our closest neighbours because there is no better way for us to celebrate Christmas as a people than showing genuine love, care, compassion and empathy for one another.

“In this season of love, joy and peace, let us not fail to remember those who really wish to celebrate but are constrained in one way or the other by reaching out to them."

The Asiwaju of Irokoland, who acknowledged what the people of the state and indeed Nigerians are passing through, called for support for the administration of President Bola Tinubu, stating that with prayers and committment on the part of all the country would get out of the woods.

"That Nigerians are passing through difficulty is an understatement, I want to urge every Christian and indeed Nigerian to not to stop praying for the country and its leaders as I believe that in togetherness we would overcome the present challenges", Alao added.

Alao congratulates Governor Makinde @56

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Engineer Oyedele Hakeem Alao (aka Allow Alao), has congratulated Governor Seyi Makinde, on his 56th birthday.

Alao in a congratulatory statement he personally signed, while describing the celebrant as a leader at a difficult time, said the birthday coming at this time is a reminder of the immense privilege and duty that fate confers on the governor. 

According to him,  the birthday is an opportunity for Governor Makinde to reflect on how God has been kind to him to serve the people of Oyo State, stating that he has a duty to continue to deliver the dividends of democracy to the people.

He then prayed for more years for Governor Makinde in good health and sound mind to serve humanity, urging the people of the state to continue to support his administration as we do not have any other state to call our own. 

Alao said, "I join the admirers of Governor Seyi Makinde, within and outside our dear pace setter state, to congratulate him on his birthday which falls on Christmas day. Indeed, it is a good thing to count our days and give glory to our maker.

"However beyond the merriment and clinging of glasses, I believe the birthday would provide an opportunity for the governor to reflect on the responsibilities placed before him to continue to make life better for the people of the state as he cannot afford to fail them. 

"I pray that Almighty God would give our dear governor long life in good health and sound mind and strengthen him the more to live lasting legacies in the state."