180 OFFICERS DECORATED WITH NEW RANKS

 Acting Commander General and Chief Executive Officer, Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE), Commander Elias Omonayajo, has decorated newly promoted officers of the Agency with new ranks.

The acting Trace Boss, while decorating the officers at TRACE'S Headquarters, OGTV Ajebo Road, Abeokuta, said they were promoted as a result of hard work and commitment to their primary responsibilities, noting that the promotion was to improve the delivery of the Agency.

"Your hard work and commitment to service have not gone unnoticed and this is the reason the State Government has deemed it necessary to promote you. Please, endeavor to justify the confidence reposed in you," he said.

He charged the newly promoted officers to see the promotion as a motivation for greater performance and as such they should exhibit exemplary conducts which their subordinates could emulate for better performance, while admonishing them to be alert to their primary assignment, saying "to whom much is given, much is expected", hence, they should remain shining examples.

 Speaking, Director Administration and Supplies, Mr. Adeyinka Adedutan, congratulated the newly promoted officers, advising them to justify their pay by being more productive.

Responding, Divisional Commander, Mile 2 Rounder Lafenwa, Commander, Oluwatoyin Adejumo and his counterpart from Obantoko Command, Agnes Odeyemi, appreciated the present administration for the gesture, promising to step up the level of commitments to traffic maintenance in the State, while enjoining junior officers to make diligence their watchword.

The decorated officers include, Area Commanders, Deputy Area Commanders, Corridor Commanders, Divisional Commanders as well as Special Squads.

 

 

Temitope Akinbola,

Information and Public Relations Officer, TRACE

RE-STRATEGIZE, SET NEW BENCHMARKS TO POSITION OGUN AS LEADER IN HEALTHCARE - HoS

 Ogun State Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, has called on Medical Personnel in the State to come up with strategies, and collectively design solutions that will position the State as true leader in National Healthcare Service Delivery.

Mr. Onasanya made the call at Ijebu-Ode, during a 3-day Strategic Retreat organised by the Leadership of Ogun State Hospitals Management Board for its Management Staff, Heads of Zones, Heads of Hospitals, Apex Nurses and top officers in the State's Health Sector.

The Head of Service who appreciated the present administration for not paying lip service at building a well-equipped, knowledgeable and proactive workforce capable of meeting the needs of the people, revealed that the retreat would provide the opportunity for Medical Personnel to rethink strategies that would face the global challenges in the health systems.

Onasanya, while speaking on the theme: ‘Strategic Leadership and Management as Panacea for Effective, Efficient and Qualitative Health Care Delivery’, disclosed that the retreat directly complements the stern commitment of the Government of Ogun State to capacity development across the Public Service.

On her part, Commissioner for Health, Ogun State, Dr. Tomi Coker, appreciated the Governor for his approval and release of funds for the acquisition of Infrastructures for the health facilities, granting exit replacement and upgrading of the State's Ambulance Services, while charging the participants to embrace the use of the 4 P's which centered on the Perception, Process, People and Projection in the discharge of their duties.

Coker who emphasised on the importance of data, disclosed that it was not just for collection purposes but to make critical decisions that would help the people in every nook and cranny for better healthcare outcome across the State.

In their separate contributions, Special Advisers to the Governor on Health, Dr. Tayo Lawal and Dr. Rotimi Ogungbe, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, Dr. Kayode Oladehinde, charged the participants to rub minds and share experiences on how to effectively and efficiently deliver adequate healthcare services to the people of the State.

Speaking on the purpose of the retreat, Permanent Secretary, Hospitals Management Board, Dr. Olayinka Elemide, revealed that the retreat was to adequately and clearly share the vision of the State government for the Health Sector with all the Heads of Health Zones, Hospitals and Facilities across the State so that every citizens could enjoy an affordable and accessible health care services.

Speaking on behalf of the participants, Chief Medical Director, State Hospital, Ijaiye, Medical Directors of Owode Egba Hospital and her counterpart from the Oba Ademola Maternity Hospital, Dr. Bunmi Osinaike, Dr. Yomibo Sofolahan and Dr. Gabriel Taiwo respectively, appreciated the Management of the Board for the opportunity to participate in the retreat, noting that it would help them to be more productive and efficient in service delivery.

 

Femi Osipitan,

Information and Public Relations Officer, Hospitals Management Board

OGUN LGSC CHAIR APPLAUDS NIPR MASTERCLASS ON CRISIS COMMUNICATION

The Chairman of the Ogun State Local Government Service Commission (LGSC), Ms. Olivia Olubukunola Onabanjo, has commended Ogun State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) for hosting a transformative masterclass on Crisis Communication and Reputation Management.

She gave the commendation while addressing participants during the closing ceremony of a two-day workshop held at Event Towers, Kuto, Abeokuta, where she described the initiative as a timely intervention that would equip public relations professionals with essential skills for navigating today’s fast-paced media landscape.  

Represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Commission, Engr. Olanike Ogunbona, Ms Onabanjo noted that the workshop has created a robust platform for practitioners to sharpen their capacity in managing reputational risks and executing strategic communications in a digital-first era.

“Professionalism in public relations transcends titles, it demands a commitment to continuous learning, ethical standards and the preservation of public trust. This workshop has fulfilled its core objective by empowering participants to confront reputational threats with precision and confidence", she said.

In her closing remarks, Ogun NIPR Chairman, Mrs. Oluwaseun Boye, appreciated the participants for their active engagement and reaffirmed the Chapter’s commitment to delivering more professional development programmes in the future.

Speaking on behalf of participants from Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority, Mr. Salisu Adeniyi, said they were deeply satisfied with the training, disclosing that they had been intellectually enriched and better equipped to handle real-life challenges by being truthful, strategic in planning and proactive engagement.

The workshop featured a series of technical sessions led by seasoned facilitators like Dr. Toyin Onayinka who introduced the Foundations of Crisis Management, while Mrs. Thelma Okoh addressed Crisis Preparedness and Risk Assessment, Mr. Tope Daramola guided participants through Message Development and Spokesperson Training and Mr. Segun McMedal tackled Media and Digital Crisis Response just as hands-on simulation led by Mr. Bolaji Abimbola, brought theory principles to life application realities. 

ACC Abdullahi Maiwada who spoke on Long-term Reputation Recovery also enlightened the audience with cases and issues of crisis management, while Dr. Toyin Onayinka concluded the sessions with insights on Stakeholder Communication and Public Trust.

The Chairman of the Organizing Committee, Mr. Niyi Oduwole, expressed satisfaction at the array of resource personnel at the workshop, whom he noted had employed professionalism coupled with wealth of experiences to enlighten the participants. 

He also appreciated the participants for their inclusive participation judging by the qualities of questions raised as well as smart and highly intelligent contributions given, advising them to employ the knowledge gained in the discharge of their duties at their various organizations.

OGUN NIPR ORGANISES TWO-DAY WORKSHOP FOR PRACTITIONERS

The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, Ogun State Chapter, has organized a two-day workshop for practitioners in the State, with the theme, "Navigating the Digital Storm: Mastering Crucial Communication and Reputation Management", to enhance service delivery for Public Relations Professionals across the Public and private organizations.

Declaring the event open, at an event centre, Kuto, Abeokuta, Ogun State Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, emphasized the importance of communicating with knowledge, accountability and quality service delivery in governance and organizational success.

Represented by the Permanent Secretary, Bureau of Public Service, Mr. Jola Oyeneye, the Head of Service emphasized that the digital revolution has transformed not only how we communicate but also how both public and private institutions are perceived, urging participants to leverage the workshop to sharpen their skills and adopt best practices in Public Relations and communication.

In her welcome speech earlier, the Chairperson, Ogun State NIPR, Mrs. Oluwaseun Boye, disclosed that the training was first-of-its-kind for image makers in the State and it marks a significant milestone for NIPR, Ogun State as a demonstration of the Institute's commitment to promoting excellence in Public Relations and Communication. 

"The workshop is a significant step towards enhancing service delivery in Ogun State, by equipping Public Relations Professionals with contemporary strategies and skills, the NIPR Ogun Chapter is promoting excellence in governance and organizational success", she remarked.

Also speaking, the Permanent Secretary, Ogun State Local Government Service Commission, Engr. Olanike Ogunbona, highlighted the significance of learning in a digital world, encouraging participants to fully participate and contribute meaningfully to the discussions.

The workshop featured expert-led sessions like Understanding Crisis Communication by Dr. Toyin Onayinka, Crisis Preparedness and Risk Assessment by Mrs Thelma Okoh, Message Development and Spokesperson Training by Mr. Tope Adaramola and Managing the Media and Digital Crisis Response by Mr Segun Mac-Medal who employed industrial knowledge, expertise, share knowledge, and best practices in Public Relations and Communication..

AG CHARGES STAFFERS ON REGULAR MEDICAL CHECK UP

The Accountant General/Permanent Secretary, Treasury, Mr. Babatunde Aregbesola has charged members of staff to take routine medical checks seriously as their health is the greatest asset.

Speaking during the organised health talk and routine medical checks for the staff, the Accountant General emphasised the importance of health consciousness in the workplace, urging staff to be deliberate about their choice of lifestyle.

“Your health is your greatest asset, and you must be intentional about how you live. A little discipline today can make the difference between life and an untimely death tomorrow,” he said.

Mr. Aregbesola explained that the initiative was part of the agency’s commitment to the welfare of its staff, adding that maintaining a healthy workforce was key to efficiency and long-term productivity.

Delivering a health talk on Sudden Death: Causes and Prevention, a Consultant at the State Primary Health Care Board, Dr. Yomibo Shofolahan explained that conditions such as cardiac arrest, heart attack, stroke, pulmonary embolism, and aortic rupture were often behind cases of Sudden Unexplained Death Syndrome.

Dr. Shofolahan noted that, while these events may appear sudden, many were triggered by underlying health issues that could have been detected and managed with regular checkups and healthy habits.

She listed several preventive measures to include, a balanced diet, regular exercise, adequate sleep, avoidance of tobacco and alcohol and routine medical screenings, noting that these simple lifestyle choices could have a profound impact on long-term health, if everyone take personal responsibility for their well-being.

Speaking on behalf of other participants, Ms. Oluwatobi Idowu appreciated the Accountant General’s Office for organising the health programme, noting that the session was both enlightening and timely as it had opened her eyes to the importance of proactive health management.

Highpoint of the event was the free medical screenings for staff, which included blood pressure checks, blood sugar tests, eye examinations, and one-on-one medical consultation.

OGSG TARGET OVER TWO MILLION FOR VACCINATION

 Parents /caregivers have been admonish to avail their children of vaccination towards maintaining a polio-free status and bringing vaccine-preventable disease to zero level in the State.

Commissioner for Health, Dr.Tomi Coker gave the charge at the official Flag-off Ceremony of the second round of the year 2025 National Immunisation Plus Days (NIPDs)/Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Week, in Sabo, Sagamu Local Government Area of Ogun State. 

Dr.Coker said that the programme was aimed at targeting 2 million under-5 children for Oral Polio vaccine, girls aged 9 years for the Human papillomavirus vaccine, to prevent cervical cancer as well as distribution of Multiple micronutrient supplements (MMS) to pregnant women across the 236 wards of the State, saying that, Ogun State had successfully implemented the first round of the NIPDs, with two million, twelve thousand, five hundred and forty-six (2,012,546) children of ages 0 to 5 years being vaccinated with two drops of the novel oral polio vaccine, given the coverage of 99.1percent. 

   She added that Nigeria’s fight against poliomyelitis had recorded tremendous success as there had been no recorded case of wild poliovirus since 2016, revealing that to sustain this polio-free status, over 280 million 

doses of vaccines would be administered annually in the country.

    According to the Commissioner, "all hands must remain on deck as we are not yet out of the woods; our surveillance shows that there are outbreaks of the Circulating Variant of Poliomyelitis in some parts of the country."

She emphasised that the Prince Dapo Abiodun-led administration had prioritised the health of the citizens by providing quality healthcare, improving maternal health as well as reducing child mortality as the administration strongly believes that women and children should have access to quality healthcare delivery in both rural and urban centres of the State.

In his address, the Executive Chairman, of Sagamu Local Government, Ogbeni Afolabi Odulate, represented by his Vice, Alhaji Isiaka Salami, said that the National Immunisation Plus Days (NIPDs) was a nationwide initiative aimed at strengthening routine immunisation and reaching every child with life-saving vaccines.

He said that the government’s commitment to improving child health outcomes was evident in its efforts to increase immunisation coverage and reduce vaccine-preventable diseases.

  Speaking, the Executive Secretary Primary Health Care Development Board, Dr. Elijah Ogunsola said that the government, in collaboration with its development partners, would intensify efforts at ensuring that every eligible child was reached during the exercise, he stressed that parents with a girl of 9 years of age should ensure they get vaccinated with the HPV vaccine to prevent cervical cancer, stressing that the vaccine was safe, effective and free.

In their goodwill messages, representatives of the Development Partners, the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency, UNICEF and the US Center for Disease Control (CDC) as well as the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, appreciated the efforts of the State Government at maintaining No-Case of polio in the last five years due to its pro-active intervention and identifying and vaccinating susceptible population against Vaccine-Preventable Diseases, promising their continuous support to the State.

In his message, Ologijo of Ogijo, Oba Kazeem Gbadamosi, lauded the initiative and implored the citizens of the State to get their children vaccinated to prevent diseases.