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..