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President Tinubu priortises health care -Minister

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The Honourable Minister of State for Health & Social Welfare Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako has charged health Institutions to remain steadfast to President Bola Ahmed’s vision of ensuring qualitative healthcare for Nigerians. Dr. Salako dropped this hint during his Familiarization visits to agencies and parastatals of the Federal Ministry of Health & Social Welfare. On his entourage were top management staff of the Ministry which included the Director of Hospital Services Department, Dr. Salaudeen Jimoh mni. At the Nigeria Institute for Pharmaceutical & Research Development (NIPRD) at Idu Industrial layout Abuja, the Honourable Minister led by the Director General, Dr. Obi Adigwe took an assessment tour of various departments of the institute. During a round table interactive meeting with the management staff, Dr. Salako stated that the institution is very pivotal to unlocking the health care value chain agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the country. To this end, he admonished the Director General of NIPRD, Dr. Obi Adigwe and his team to consider business venture partnerships that will develop some of its products, with a possibility of assessing USD1bn on the table from the AFREXIM Bank. Dr. Salako further buttressed this innovative proposition by assuring support of the Ministry towards projecting many of NIPRDs products on the table of Physicians. NIPRD, he stated, is considered by the Ministry as a very important agency in its agenda of ensuring universal health coverage for Nigerians and, commitment to reversing the direction of medical tourism. Meanwhile, at the Nigerian Institute for Cancer Research & Treatment NICRAT; the Honourable Minister of State for Health & Social Welfare Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako urged the Director- General, Dr. Usman Malami Aliyu and his team to prioritise research around prevention, services around prevention and, advocacy around prevention as a key element of its agenda. “We know that whether we prevent, people will still come under with the disease. So we must also be prepared to provide qualitative care for people with the disease. To catch them very early through screening services. “This is a very important disease or diseases that we must, all of us, sit down to frontally address. Which means that our efforts, our strategy need to be optimally tailored towards prevention and control, towards increasing awareness, towards improving the health literacy of Nigerians. Because quite a number of these cancers are preventable”; Dr. Salako pointed out. To achieve maximum advocacy and preventable strategy therefore, he strongly urged both the Cancer programme in the Ministry and NICRAT to synergize and collaborate for one World Cancer Day Celebration next month February. On federal government’s initiative for Cancer health fund, the Honourable Minister explained that it is a fund set apart to assist and support people who need cancer care but cannot afford it. “It is currently operating in some centres and, it’s targeted at specific cancers, not all cancers. “So this is an initiative to ensure that care is made available to vulnerable Nigerians who cannot afford it.We are hoping that during this budget cycle, we can expand the Cancer fund and make it more robust. “And then, if there are more resources available, we can bring on board more centres and, more cancer types”; the Minister further stated.

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Ondo Governor sacks commissioners, special advisers

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Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has dissolved the State Executive Council with immediate effect. Aiyedatiwa, however, exempted two members of the cabinet from the dissolution “due to the critical nature of their duties.” A statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan, listed the two cabinet members as the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Kayode Ajulo, and the Commissioner for Finance, Mrs. Omowunmi Isaac. The statement directed all affected cabinet members to hand over all government properties in their care to the accounting officers of their respective ministries. Aiyedatiwa thanked the EXCO members for their service and contributions to the development of the state under his administration and wished them well in their future endeavours.

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Mohbad’s mother, Yomi Fabiyi clash over cause of singer’s death

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Mrs. Abosede Aloba, the mother of late singer Mohbad and actor Yomi Fabiyi engaged in a heated argument at a World Press Conference in Lagos on Wednesday. Fabiyi had accused Mohbad’s brother, Adura Aloba, of sending him a message claiming to know the cause of the singer’s death. However, Mrs. Aloba vehemently denied the claim, stating that Adura wouldn’t have known the cause of Mohbad’s death and should remain silent. The visibly distraught mother said: “They killed Mohbad, and you want me to lose his brother unjustly. He knows nothing about his brother’s death; do not implicate my son. “I am not happy that I lost Mohbad because if he were alive, I wouldn’t be sitting here with you. They took my precious gift away, and I won’t let them take Adura, too”. Fabiyi stood firm, saying he was more concerned about the message than the sender’s identity. He expressed doubts that Adura wasn’t the one who sent the message, sparking a tense confrontation between the two. “The production and delivery of the SSID cards is, not only a dream come true, but also a testament to the avowed commitment of the AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s administration in ensuring adequate planning, economic development and social inclusion in the State. “It is also heartwarming to note that those who have activated the account associated with the registration have started making use of it for different financial transactions”. He further stressed that the level of technology transfer between the Consultant handling the project and those recruited locally cannot be over emphasised.

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Kwara employs 300 Youths, registers 270,000 Kwarans

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The Kwara State Residents Registration Agency (KWASRRA) has so far employed about 300 youths and registered over 270,000 Kwarans in its continuous registration exercise. The Acting General Manager of KWASRRA, Mr. Tajudeen Jimoh stated this at the inter-ministerial press briefing, organized by the Kwara State Ministry of Communications. He disclosed that the mandate of the Agency which is to register all Kwara State residents is anchored on the target of registering three million Kwarans based on projections from the last population census, which puts the population of Kwara State at 2.3 million as at 2006. Mr. Jimoh highlighted the successes of the Agency for the period under review to include: registration of all civil servants and allocation of registration centres across the sixteen Local Government Areas of the State, the launch of KWASRRA website in order to make the registration seamless, hassle-free and less time consuming, delivery and distribution of SSID cards to their owners, and the ongoing registration of pensioners and students, which is recording steady progress. The Acting General Manager also disclosed plans by the Agency to open up the registration exercise to all residents soon. “The Agency shall open up the registration exercise to all residents of Kwara State as soon as relevant approval is gotten. “This move is aimed at ensuring that no resident is left out, and to meet the target of the exercise of registering three million Kwarans,” he said. “Among the successes already recorded by the Agency is the registration of 270,000 residents of Kwara State within five months of the registration exercise. “This figure is expected to rise sharply as more residents embrace the online registration option and as soon as the registration is opened to all residents,” he added.

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Lagos Govt. reaffairms commitment to sustainable development

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The Lagos State Government on Tuesday reaffirmed its readiness to partner with stakeholders to make Lagos a model of sustainable development in Africa. The State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu made this known at the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) 23rd Chief S.I. Edu Memorial Lecture held at CIBN Centre, Victoria Island, adding that to make a meaningful impact; collaboration is essential as government policies alone will not suffice. “We need the private sector, civil society, and our academic institutions to join hands in building a more sustainable future. Investing in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and eco-friendly technologies not only protects our environment but also stimulates economic growth”, he said. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, who represented the Governor, said the annual event serves as a crucial reminder of the need to harmonize economic aspirations with preserving the natural environment. He added that the 2025 theme speaks to the heart of a pressing challenge as the evidence of climate change is all around and poses significant threats to communities, especially in Lagos, a coastal city vulnerable to flooding and erosion. He said that Climate-positive growth entails integrating sustainability into every facet of economic planning and development, stressing that Lagos has implemented several key initiatives to drive this change. He explained that the Lagos State Energy Master Plan aims to create a stable environment for investment and expand renewable energy policies, carefully considering factors such as energy access, affordability, environmental impacts, and investment needs. He said complementing the aforementioned is the Lagos Integrated Energy Resource Plan, a comprehensive blueprint for the State’s energy initiatives, adding that this plan sets ambitious goals, which include the provision of a reliable and sustainable power supply as well as significantly improving electricity supply to critical public infrastructure. He explained that the Lagos Renewable Energy Transformation Project is actively working to create a cleaner and more secure energy future for the state by leveraging innovative renewable energy solutions and enhancing energy efficiency across the board. He said these initiatives have resulted in a demonstrable increase in solar energy adoption in the past few years, showcasing the commitment to clean and a sustainable urban planning initiative. Examples, according to him, include the development of green spaces in previously underutilized areas, which have also contributed to a healthier environment. Sanwo-Olu added that the transformation of the dumpsite at Olawale Dawodu Road in the Ikoyi-Obalende LCDA into a 5-A-side Astro-Turf Football pitch, consisting of parking and open space for recreation, has helped mitigate the urban heat. He said the legacy of Chief S.L. Edu reminds everyone that environmental stewardship is a responsibility everyone shares; as such, there is a need to empower young people with the knowledge and tools to become active participants in building a greener future. He added that this could involve supporting environmental clubs in schools, organising community clean-up drives, or promoting educational campaigns on sustainable practices. The Governor stated further that there is a need to prioritize environmental education and community engagement for the young people who are the custodians of tomorrow to understand the value of conservation and sustainability.

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CHAN 2024: Nigeria draws Champions Senegal, Congo, Sudan

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Super Eagles B team otherwise known as the CHAN Eagles has been drawn against defending champions, the Teranga Lions of Senegal in Group D of the CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda 2024. The Nigeria will also slut it out with Congo and Sudan for the knockout stages of the tournament. The Daniel Ogunmodede lads are expected to opening their campaign in the competition against Falcons of Jediane of Sudan. Nigeria secured their place in the CHAN 2024 finals by overcoming Ghana in the qualifiers. The Super Eagles recorded a 3-1 aggregate victory, with captain Junior Nduka playing a pivotal role by scoring a crucial goal. Ogunmodede has inspired confidence with his declaration that the Super Eagles “need to fight to win the competition.” His tactical expertise and motivational skills will be critical in Nigeria’s quest for their first CHAN title. Nigeria’s best CHAN outing came in 2018 when they reached the final but were narrowly defeated. They have reached the semifinals twice in their previous three appearances, underlining their pedigree in the competition. The Groups Group AKenyaMoroccoAngolaDR CongoZambia Group BTanzaniaMadagascarMauritaniaBurkina FasoCAR Group CUgandaNigerGuineaQ2Q1 Group DSenegalCongoSudanNigeria

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Planning permit: Lagos demands CCTV Cameras in six floors upward buildings

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The Lagos State Government has said that it would henceforth demand the mandatory provision of CCTV cameras in buildings of six floors and above as a prerequisite for the issuance of Planning Permits. This was made known in Alausa on Tuesday by the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide. According to the Commissioner, “Property owners will, as a requirement for Planning Permit, now be mandated to install CCTV cameras in all existing buildings of six floors and above along major roads in the state as well as in all proposed or under construction buildings of six floors and above anywhere in the state”. He stated further that the initiative would also cover all commercial buildings in Lagos State, which would equally be mandated to provide CCTV cameras as a requirement for their approvals. Olumide said that the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu approved the initiative to bring about enhanced security and balance public safety with physical planning considerations within the state. He disclosed that to ensure consistency and interoperability, the Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority (LASPPPA), would establish standardised specifications for CCTV camera systems and direct regular maintenance and inspection schedules to ensure camera functionality. The Agency will also mandate property owners to always make the footage available to the state security agents on request. He enjoined all stakeholders to support the initiative, which is in tandem with the smart city ideals and the T.H.E.M.E.S Plus Agenda of the Lagos State Government as it is geared towards achieving a livable, organised and sustainable Lagos.

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