GOV. ABIODUN BAGS EMINENT AMBASSADORIAL AWARD
Following the unwavering determination towards sustaining a peaceful socio-economic condition of the state, Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has been honoured with an eminent Ambassador of Peace award.
The outstanding award, received on behalf of Governor Abiodun by the Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Hon. Olaolu Olabimtan, was conferred on him during a special Sunday Service by the Nigerian Baptist Convention, (NBC), during its 110th Super Centenary Anniversary celebration, at the International Convention Centre, Lafuwape, Kilometre 30, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
Governor Abiodun appreciated the honour to be part of the historic celebration, saying the Nigerian Baptist Convention remained a notable catalyst for positive change and a source of inspiration in its contribution to the growth and development of Nigeria.
He counselled people to recommit themselves to core values where love, compassion, justice and equality would reign, calling for a society where dignity, respect and righteousness prevail for more socio-economic development in Nigeria.
The Governor assured the people of his unwavering commitment in advancing lofty goals and aspirations, to engender peace in the state.
Speaking, the President, Nigerian Baptist Convention, (NBC), Rev. Dr. Israel Akanji, commended the state government for gracing the event, expressing delight over the 110 years of existence of NBC in the country, leading to its supercentenary year and thanked all for gracing the annual occasion.
The occasion was also graced by the Ekiti State Governor, Abiodun Oyebanji, who was represented by the state’s Head of Service, Engr. Sunday Komolafe.
Soji Solarin,
Press Officer, Min. Budget & Planning
OGSG FLAGS OFF SALES OF RICE TO CIVIL SERVANTS AT DISCOUNTED PRICES
Towards ensuring the welfare and wellness of the workers, especially in the face of the present economic hardship in the country, Ogun State government has flagged-off sales of rice to Civil Servants at discounted prices, starting with Grade Levels 1 to 7.
Speaking during the event at 'Oja Irorun' Civil Servants farmers' market, Governor's Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, the state Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, said the gesture has once again demonstrated his resolve to provide affordable food to workers in the state.
Governor Abiodun, represented by the Head of Service (HoS), Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, said the occasion portrayed a significant step in the ongoing efforts at improving the living standard of workers, reiterating that his administration would continue to put its workforce’ welfare in its front burner.
"Ogun State Civil Servants' dedication and hard work form the bedrock of the progress and prosperity of our dear state. Recognising this invaluable essence of workers to the actualisation of the policies and programmes of the state government, the administration has graciously approved the sale of high quality bags of rice at discounted prices exclusively to the workforce.
“It is noteworthy that government has been aggressively devoting concerted efforts towards ensuring that the workforce and the entire people of the Gateway State are shielded as much as possible from the attendant effects of the fuel subsidy removal by the Federal Government through various interventions which include, provision of monthly cash palliative, payment of peculiar allowance to deserving workers, provision of additional Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) powered buses, to aid the transportation of workers, as well as unprecedented payment of a robust end of year bonus to all Civil/Public Servants of the State last December, among others", he said.
Gov. Abiodun urged all workers across all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to take full advantage of the opportunity and embrace the gesture, adding that it was a proof to the belief that, “a well nourished workforce is a more robust and productive one”.
Earlier, Mr. Onasanya, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Bureau of Establishments and Training, Mrs. Lydia Fajounbo, informed that the event was one of government’s initiatives to cushion the effect of the fuel subsidy removal, urging workers to reciprocate by rededicating themselves to duties and collectively work for the progress of the state.
In their separate goodwill messages, the Chairman, Joint Public Service Negotiating Council (JNC), Comrade Isa Olude and his counterpart from the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Ademola Ahmed-Benco, appreciated government for fulfilling its promise, as the move would restore the purchasing power of the people and promote the welfare of the workers, pledging Civil/Public Servants’ unalloyed support to government by effectively discharging their duties.
Two of the beneficiaries, Mrs. Temitope Akintayo from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, as well as Mr. Olabanji Sanni from the Ministry of Environment, thanked government for putting the process into motion, promising to keep working assiduously to take the state to a higher pedestal.
Omolara Osindele & Tunde Olayiwola,
Press Officers, Office of the HoS
ABIODUN TO MEET CAPTAINS OF INDUSTRIES, CEOs TUESDAY
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun will meet with Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) and Captains of Industries at the Mitros Residence, Ibara, Abeokuta on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, before officially declaring open the ongoing 13th Gateway International Trade Fair, at the M.K.O Abiola Trade Fair Complex, Laderin, Abeokuta, at 9.00am.
A release, signed by Commissioner for Industry, Trade and Investment, Mr. Adebola Sofela, stated that the meeting is a prelude to the official opening of the Trade Fair, to further seek areas of collaborations as strategic partners, as well provide avenue to keep the industrialists abreast of government policies and programmes, while it continues to put all machineries in motion to provide an enabling environment for businesses to thrive.
It indicated that Governor Abiodun would thereafter proceed to the venue of the Trade Fair to officially declare the 13th Gateway International Trade Fair open by 1:00pm, imploring guests to be seated an hour before commencement of the two events.
The release urged people to take full advantage of the free transportation and opportunity to participate in the Raffle Draw to win the grand prize of two-bedroom bungalow, as well as other consolation prizes at the Fair, which commenced on Friday, April 19, 2024 and would run till Monday, April 29, 2024, enjoining members of the public to call, 08022234275, for more enquiries.
“There is a wider range of local and international exhibitors this year. There is free transportation to the Trade Fair Complex from different locations in Abeokuta. An Entertainment Village is also available for visitors at the Trade Fair to have a memorable time, while there is a sickbay, as well as a medical outreach programme, where medical tests would be carried out”, the statement added.
Femi Onasanya,
Press Officer, Min. of Industry, Trade & Investment
IGP PROMISES COLLABORATION WITH ROYAL FATHERS
In a bid to curb crimes and criminalities across Remo axis, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, has promised that the Police Force would synergise with the Remo Traditional Council, towards ensuring peaceful coexistence in the state.
Mr. Egbetokun, in company of other top senior Police Officers, gave the promise during a courtesy visit to the Akarigbo and Paramount Ruler of Remoland, Oba (Dr.) Babatunde Ajayi, in his palace at Ita Oba, Sagamu, saying there was need to strengthen the traditional institution by encouraging the royal fathers to use their position to guarantee security of lives and property in their domains.
He tasked traditional rulers to initiate new methods of scrutinising inhabitants of their communities, monitor every activity and strange movement within their areas, as well as report suspecting individual(s) to relevant authorities for appropriate action(s).
The IGP, who sought royal blessings, disclosed his vision for the Force and plans to strengthen collaborative efforts with relevant institutions, appreciating the royal fathers for their invaluable support in combating crimes.
Speaking, the Akarigbo appreciated the IGP for his support in the axis, enjoining the people to always furnish security agencies with vital information that could assist in checkmating nefarious activities in the area and state.
Other royal fathers in attendance were, the Elepe of Epe, Ewusi of Makun, Alaye Ode of Ode Remo, Odofin of Sonyindo, Onipara of Ipara and Ebi of Idena, Ayanperuwa, as well as dignitaries and Chief Executives of companies.
Olusola Ayoola,
ZIO, Sagamu
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