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NIGERIANS IN SAUDI ARABIA HONORS NIDCOM BOSS

March 9, 2020 Leave a comment

Sequel to the successful hosting of second Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS) in November 2019 and a follow- up Nigeria Saudi Investment Summit that took place in December 2019 respectively, the Nigerians living in Saudi Arabia recently honoured the NIDCOM boss, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa for her exemplary leadership style. In a statement in Abuja by Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Head of Media ... Read More »

Ex-newscaster sues DAAR communications over compulsory retirement

March 9, 2020 Leave a comment

  A former newscaster with the African Independent Television (AIT), Peter Kumba, has dragged DAAR Communications Plc before the National Industrial Court, Abuja, challenging his compulsory retirement. At the resumed sitting on Monday, the claimant’s counsel, Adesola Ajayi, told the court that the matter was slated for mention. The judge, Justice Oyejoju Oyewumi, asked if the defendant had been served ... Read More »

COVID19: An Irregular Migrant By Khadijah Shehu Bamalli

March 9, 2020 Leave a comment

Migration has been loosely described as movement from one point to another. But such movement whether  regular or irregular in tune with modern day parlance, must be focussed and purposeful. Recent global event has however redefined the concept of migration in terms of the diasporic nature of the coronavirus disease.  As at the last count, the disease is now in ... Read More »

#IWD: Mrs Akeredolu distributes delivery kits to pregnant women across the state As part of activities to mark the International Women’s Day in Ondo State, the Wife of the Governor, Arabinrin Betty-Anyanwu Akeredolu today commenced the distribution of birth delivery items, code-named SOLAYO birth kits to 1000 pregnant women across the 18 local governments of the State. The 2020 distribution was the second edition of SOLAYO safe delivery kits which was initiated by Mrs. Akeredolu last year to celebrate International Women’s Day, IWD, in Ondo state. The event, which holds simultaneously across the 18 Local Government areas of the State, would be rounded up on Monday March 9th at the government House ground, Alagbaka. Addressing the pregnant women at Akure South Local government headquarters on behalf of the Solayo founder, wife of the Caretaker Chairman of the Local government, Mrs. Olufunke Olaniyi said the introduction of the initiative to celebrate IWD was to promote safe motherhood among Ondo women. According to her, Mrs. Akeredolu had decided to, henceforth, make promotion of safe motherhood among Ondo women through the provision of Solayo birth kits, the highpoint of the International Women’s Day celebration in the State. “This year, we are building on this new legacy that prioritizes women in grassroots areas and promotes good health-seeking behaviours among pregnant women. This new approach for the IWD celebration in Ondo State is vital and preferred for so many reasons. “It establishes the importance of IWD to women and raises awareness about the event which is marked on March 8th, every year”. She said. She affirmed the deliberate and passionate commitment of Arabinrin Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu to the issues of women in this State and to reduce the number of women who die as a result of patronising unskilled birth attendants, which was one of the reasons that birthed SOLAYO initiative. “Most of you know that among others, inability to afford essential birth materials required by a health centre is a major reason pregnant women go to other places to have their babies. Sadly, some of these women may not be lucky, and lose their lives or the life of the new-born or both. “We do not want this in Ondo State and we will always recommend that all pregnant women go to a health centre for delivery. “These Solayo birth kits contain all the essential materials you will need when it is time for you to give birth. When you get one today, please ensure you take it along to the health centre when the time comes”. She said. In addition to the SOLAYO birth kit, the pregnant women also received treated mosquito nets and transport fare. The event also featured demonstration of the theme of this year’s IWD, #EachForEqual, and a health talk about safe delivery, which was presented by Dr. Adeyemi Osowe who lectured the pregnant women on precautionary measures to ensure safe delivery. Some of the beneficiaries who spoke with journalists, thanked Arabinrin Betty-Anyanwu Akeredolu for the gesture. Mrs. Imisi Ronke on her part said, “I thank Mrs Betty-Anyanwu Akeredolu for this gift, may God prosper her and our governor”. On her part, Mrs. Olayemi Kolawole said, “I really appreciate the woman, and may God strengthen her “, while Mrs. Omolayo Ogunfeyiwa said “Mrs. Akeredolu did a good thing for us, and may God help her too”. In attendance were the Senior Special Assistant to the governor on women mobilization, (Central), Mrs. Ronke Ojo, Special Assistant to the governor on gender, documentation and research, Mrs. Tope Daniyan, Olori Adetoyinbo of Akure kingdom, among others.

March 9, 2020 Leave a comment

As part of activities to mark the International Women’s Day in Ondo State, the Wife of the Governor, Arabinrin Betty-Anyanwu Akeredolu today commenced the distribution of birth delivery items, code-named SOLAYO birth kits to 1000 pregnant women across the 18 local governments of the State. The 2020 distribution was the second edition of SOLAYO safe delivery kits which was initiated ... Read More »

Kwara Gov seeks equal opportunity, empowerment for women, girl child

March 9, 2020 Leave a comment

    Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Sunday rallied support for women empowerment, girl child education, and equal opportunity for all genders.   “I join the rest of the world to commemorate the International Women’s Day,” the Governor said in a statement by his spokesman Rafiu Ajakaye.   The statement is in commemoration of the International Women’s Day with ... Read More »

Makinde to sign Amotekun bill tomorrow

March 9, 2020 Leave a comment

Barring last minute changes, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde will tomorrow sign into law the bill backing the establishment of the Oyo State Security Network Agency codenamed Amotekun Corps, The Nation has learnt. The bill was passed with fanfare by the House of Assembly last Tuesday, as lawmakers and members of staff wore fabrics with leopard design to the plenary. It was the sole ... Read More »

Jandor receives special recognition as EKO club holds AGM

March 9, 2020 Leave a comment

  The Lead Visioner of Team Jandor,a Lagos based political group Mr Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran yesterday was celebrated by all members of Eko club during the club Annual General meeting in Surulere for his support towards the upliftment of the Club. The President of Eko Club, Dr Ade Dosumu sought the permission of BOT and requested all members present to ... Read More »

University of ilorin Alumni Association elects new Exco

March 8, 2020 Leave a comment

Association at its 13th National Congress held in Ilorin Kwara State on March 6, 2020 elected new national officers to steer the affairs of the association for the next four years. The eleven distinguished alumni elected were; 1. Dr. Stephen Olawale Fashakin – National President. 2. Alhaji Mohammed Abbas – National Vice President I 3. Mr. Abayomi Olumuyide – National ... Read More »