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FG HANDS OVER CLINIC TO BOOST ANIMAL HEALTH

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FG HANDS OVER CLINIC TO BOOST ANIMAL HEALTH     The Federal Government has intensified efforts to transform Nigeria’s livestock sector with the rollout of the National Livestock Growth Acceleration Strategy (NLGAS), an initiative designed to drive productivity, improve animal health, and strengthen rural livelihoods.    Minister of Livestock Development, Hon. Idi mukhtar Maiha, represented by Director, Animal Health and Reproductive Service,Dr. Mitchell Alao stated this during the handover of a newly constructed and equipped Primary Animal Health Centre, Ijebu Igbo,Ijebu North Local Government Area of Ogun State.        He emphasized that animal health remains a critical pillar of the programme, alongside modern practices such as artificial insemination, embryo transfer, and improved breeding techniques aimed at increasing meat and milk production.    Micha explained that while advancements in breeding are essentia...

Epe LG Council Endorses Tinubu, Raji, Tobun For Re-election

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Epe LG Council Endorses Tinubu, Raji, Tobun For Re-election The Epe Local Government Council Area Caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the weekend unanimously endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for second term, Hon. Wale Raji, and Hon. Abiodun Tobun for fourth and fiveth term in office respectively, citing their exemplary leadership qualities and impactful policies as reason for their endorsement. The endorsement, which was passed at a special caucus meeting of the Council chapter of APC held at Council headquarters, was attended by the Executive Chairman of the council, Princess Surah Animashaun, Hon. Wale Raji, Hon. Abiodun, council exco, and APC leaders, as well as members of the party. Speaking while moving the endorsement motion, which was ratified through a very loud voice vote, Princess Animashaun, the council's boss, commended President Tinubu for his decisive economic reforms that had revitalised the country’s economy as well as his comprehensive ...

2027: We're Committed To Re-election Of Tinubu - Lagos Council Chair

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2027: We're Committed To Re-election Of Tinubu - Lagos Council Chair A female Renewed Hope Ambassador among the Chairmen in Lagos, and the Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government Council Area of Lagos state, Princess Surah Animashaun has declared her support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in the 2027 general election, citing what it described as bold reforms and tangible grassroots development under his administration. The endorsement was announced at the weekend by the Chairperson of the LG council during a caucus meeting with All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders, held at the council secretariat, Ita-Marun, Epe, Lagos state. She said the decision followed extensive consultations with serving and former House of Assembly members, and House of Representatives members, as well as well meaning Epe indigenes, including APC leadership, stressing that the caucus’s members were best placed to assess the impact of federal policies at the community level. “As...

OGUN ORGANISES PENSION CLINIC FOR CIVIL/ PUBLIC SERVANTS

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OGUN ORGANISES PENSION CLINIC FOR CIVIL/ PUBLIC SERVANTS    A window of opportunity tagged "Pensions Clinic" has been organised for Civil/ Public Servants under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), who have issues relating to their Retirement Savings Account (RSA's). Speaking at the programme held at Oke-Mosan in Abeokuta, the Permanent Secretary , Bureau of State Pensions, Mrs Arinola Adetayo noted that the platform was meant to get issues resolved within the confines of the office environment, saying the Pension Fund Administrators would attend to all issues connected to Retirement Savings Account within the 3 days.  The exercise according to her was important for Civil/ Public Servants, in order to get their benefits after retirement.                                          Also speaking, the acting Cha...

Lagos Council Chair Inaugurates 2026 Procurement Statutory Committee, Assures Accountability

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Lagos Council Chair Inaugurates 2026 Procurement Statutory Committee, Assures Accountability In a move to strengthen transparency, accountability, and efficient management of public resources, the Executive Chairman, Epe Local Government, Princess Surah Olayemi Animashaun, has inaugurated Year 2026 Procurement Statutory Committee. While inaugurating the committee at the council secretariat, Ita-Marun, Epe, Lagos state, the Chairperson stressed that accountability remains her watchdog, noting that members of the committee were persons of integrity with high quality personalities. Charging the committee members,  the Chairman said that the occasion marked another significant step in the administration’s ongoing efforts to institutionalise good governance and ensure strict adherence to due process in the council area of Lagos state. Princess Animashaun emphasised that the establishment of the Procurement Statutory Committee aligns with her administration’s core objectives ...

GOV. ABIODUN APPROVES PALLIATIVES FOR PUBLIC SERVANTS IN OGUN STATE.

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GOV. ABIODUN APPROVES PALLIATIVES FOR PUBLIC SERVANTS IN OGUN STATE. Towards providing succour to the teeming workforce of Ogun State in light of the hike in the pump price of fuel in the country and its attendant impact on the cost of transportation and general standard of living, the Governor of Ogun State, His Excellency, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, has graciously approved one day off duty in a week for workers in the State, in addition to the payment of Ten Thousand Naira (₦10,000.00) Special transport allowance as palliatives for three (3) months commencing from April, 2026. A statement issued by the State Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, stated that the gesture of Government is aimed at further easing the burden on the workforce, who now face increased challenges commuting to work.  He noted that the initiative is expected to provide meaningful relief in view of the high cost of fuel, while also enhancing service delivery through a more motivated and energiz...

Abiodun’s Health Sector Reforms and the Ogun Example

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Abiodun’s Health Sector Reforms and the Ogun Example By Elijah Udofia, write from Laderin,                          Abeokuta There was a time when Nigeria’s healthcare system commanded respect across Africa. Institutions such as the University College Hospital Ibadan stood as enduring symbols of medical excellence, attracting patients from across the continent. In that era, Nigerians sought treatment with confidence—assured that their hospitals were equipped, their doctors competent, and their chances of recovery strong. That era, unfortunately, gave way to a prolonged period of decline. Years of neglect, underinvestment, and a weak maintenance culture eroded the foundations of what was once a thriving system. Public hospitals became overstretched and under-equipped. Confidence diminished. Medical tourism—once inbound—reversed direction, as political elites and those who could afford it increasingly sought care...