OGUN EDUCATION COMMISSIONER HARPS ON CONTINUITY OF DEVELOPMENTAL INITIATIVE
The Ogun State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu has clamoured for a people that will continue to make growth and socio-economic transformation, their watch word in other to create an evolving society that is filled with developmental initiative.
Prof. Arigbabu made this statement during a day workshop organised by the Ministry in collaboration with Ogun State Skills Fund for key stakeholders in the sector, saying the only way to sustain the tremendous transformation the State education sector has undergone in the present administration was for subsequent government that would come after this to build on it.
Arigbabu charged stakeholders to take advantage of the workshop and embrace the new waves of technological innovations and initiatives of the present government, adding that, deliberate efforts should be made to cascade it to others, so as to make it sustainable.
The Commissioner recalled that the present administration's had remodeled the 8 Technical Colleges across the State to make teaching and learning process conducive, revealing that solid arrangement had been made to fully furnish them with modern equipment which would foster smooth transfer of knowledge.
‘’ Let us not forget in a moment, the lesson learnt from this workshop and be ready to ask questions for clarification "He noted
Speaking, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Mrs. Oluwatosin Oloko enjoined participants to ensure that they put into adequate use the knowledge that would be gained in the workshops in their day to day activities, adding that self-development would also help in improving their service delivery.
In his presentation, the resources person who doubled as Skills Development Consultant of the Ogun State Skills Fund, Engr. Adesegun Fatoki, hinted that Ogun
State was the only Certiport Accredited Centre and National Skills Qualification (NSQ) Awarding Body in the country.
Samuel Ogungbesan,
Information and Public Relations Officer, MOES&T
SUBEB BOSS UNDERSCORES IMPORTANCE OF DATA COLLECTION IN BASIC EDUCATION
The Chairman of the Ogun State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Evangelist Olalekan Ifede, has revealed the critical role of accurate data in basic education, noting that data-driven planning remains essential for effective development in the sector.
Ifede made this known during a 2-day training organised by SUBEB, in collaboration with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), for Zonal Education Officers (ZEOs) and Local Government Education Authorities (LGEAs) on the BESDA Application Monitoring Information System (BAMIS), at Imo Methodist Primary School, Oke-Yeke, Abeokuta.
The SUBEB boss stressed that modern planning is technology-driven, especially within the basic education system.
“UBEC officials came to train 30 participants, and these trainers will now spread across the State. The training is taking place in four divisions of the State. The trainees will go to all schools to cascade the training. I want you to use this opportunity very well. The tablets given to you are for data collection and not for anything else,” he said.
He urged participants to take the exercise seriously and practise the skills gained independently after the training, adding that, proper data collection remained vital for sound policy implementation.
“If you collect wrong data, it will give us wrong information and those who rely on the data for policy decisions may implement wrong policies,” he added.
Also speaking, the Board Secretary, Mr. Olubori Akinleye, explained that the purpose of the training was to ensure effective management of school attendance, noting that all necessary tools had been provided by the Government. He charged participants to give their best and be prepared to cascade the training in their various zones.
Lending her voice, the Director of Planning, Research and Statistics, SUBEB, Mrs. Oluwakemi Asenuga, stated that the BAMIS application was designed not only to capture data but also to monitor school activities. She added that it would enable SUBEB to have real-time insights into what is happening across the 20 local government areas of the State.
One of the facilitators from the Egba Zone, Dr. Semiu Adeniran, said the trainers were exposed to the features and benefits of (BAMIS), noting that the application would support teachers in public primary schools by enabling them to add students, register schools, mark attendance and upload teachers information.
Meanwhile, the SUBEB Chairman, Evangelist Olalekan Ifede, has also commended the management of PUNCH Newspaper for its quality service delivery.
He made the remark during a courtesy visit by the organisation to his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, assuring that the board would continue to maintain a cordial working relationship with the media outfit.
He urged the organisation to prioritise corporate social responsibility (CSR) as part of its efforts to give back to the State, encouraging them to support the improvement of public primary schools to enhance learning and teaching conditions.
In her response, the Advert Manager, PUNCH Newspaper, Mrs. Kemi Ogungbemi, appreciated the board for its continued patronage and pledged that the organisation would continue to fulfil its civic responsibilities, including, supporting the State government and giving back to the society.
Gafar Alabi,
Information and Public Relations Officer, SUBEB
OGSG REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO FARMERS-HERDERS PEACE AT STAKEHOLDERS' SECURITY MEETING
The Ogun State Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening security for farmers, herders and livestock producers as part of efforts to safeguard food production and rural stability.
The assurance was given by the Hon. Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Honourable Bolu Owotomo during a stakeholders’ meeting convened to address rising concerns over farmer–herder conflict and cattle rustling across the State at the Department of Veterinary Services, Ita-Eko, Abeokuta.
The Commissioner described the situation as a growing threat to agricultural productivity, community peace and the livelihoods of thousands of citizens, stressing that the State could no longer afford to ignore these challenges, as both crop and livestock farming remained vital contributors to food security, job creation and industrial growth in Ogun State.
Owotomo highlighted the establishment of the Farmers–Herders Conflict Resolution Committee as one of the government’s major interventions to promote peace between the two groups emphasising that the committee has been instrumental in handling disputes swiftly, verifying losses, sensitising communities, gathering data and rebuilding trust among stakeholders.
He added that plans were underway to decentralise the committee’s activities to local governments and communities for greater efficiency, noting that the dry season was a period often associated with increased tensions over grazing routes and access to water, saying further that the State remained committed to fostering peaceful coexistence and ensuring that neither farmers nor herders suffer insecurity or deprivation.
According to him," the State government stands firm in its resolve to protect farmers, support herders, enhance security and sustain peace across our communities", he said.
He urged participants at the meeting to engage constructively, share their experiences and propose sustainable strategies to prevent conflicts as meaningful contributions from all sides were essential to building a more secured and productive agricultural environment.
Also speaking, Director Veterinary Services, Dr. Taiwo Jolaoso said the meeting brought together key actors that included trade unions, professional bodies, security agencies and academia to discuss issues affecting food production, livestock management in order to prevent and resolve conflicts, improve communication and build trust among farmers and herders.
In their separate remarks, Chairman, Farmers -Herders Conflict Resolution Committee, Prince Segun Dasaolu, Seriki Fulani of Abeokuta, Mohammed Labar; and the Chairman, Cassava Growers Association, Ogun State Chapter, Oladele Awoleri unanimously agreed that all hands must be on deck to achieve and sustain the committee's objectives.
Gbenga Moronfolu & Morolayo Fadairo,
Information and Public Relations Officer, Min. of Agriculture and Food Security
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