Yusuf Adebisi Aide, Toheeb Adedibu Offering His Condolences To Adedibu Family over The loss of Alhaja Afusat Adedibu.

Ibadan Southwest 1 lawmaker , Honourable Yusuf Adebisi Special Assistant on Constituency Matters, Toheeb Adewale Adedibu has commiserate with the entire Adedibu dynasty over the death of Alhaja Afusat Oladunni Adedibu popularly known as Ayoku Awe, who died on the 6th of July, 2024 at the age of 70 years.

While describing Alhaja Afusat Oladuni Adedibu, Toheeb says she is a warm , selfless, dedicated to welfare of the people around her and a faithful religionist.

Commiserating with Adeniyi Adedibu who is one of the son's of the deceased, Toheeb pray for the soul of mama entrusting the souls of the deceased to the mercy of the Almighty, and with prayers for those who mourn their loss, especially their families.

He prayed for solace and comfort for the bereaved family, colleagues, and friends of the departed.

Makinde Constitutes Coronation Committee for New Olubadan

The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has set up a committee for the coronation and presentation of staff of office to the new Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin.

The committee is headed by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Mr Ademola Ojo.

This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, who is also a member of the committee.

Other cabinet members in the committee are Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatunbosun, Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Inclusion, Mrs Toyin Balogun.

The coronation committee also include the son of the incoming Olubadan, Prince Folaseke Owolabi Olakulehin, Chief Dr. Onikepo Akande CON, His Royal Majesty Oba Abiodun Kola-Daisi, His Royal Majesty Oba Lateef Gbadamosi Adebimpe, Chief Hazeem Gbolarumi, Mr Toye Arulogun, Bishop Ademola Moradeyo, CP Sunday Odukoya (Rtd.), Mogaji Abduljeleel Adanla and Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Ramota Agberemi-Dabo.

Recall that Governor Seyi Makinde approved the nomination by the Olubadan-In-Council of Oba Olakulehin as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland and subsequently fixed July 12 for the coronation and presentation of the Staff of Office.

*E-signed*

*Prince Dotun Oyelade*

*Honourable Commissioner for Information*

*And Orientation, Oyo State*

*1st July, 2024.*

Palliative: Makinde Flags Off Distribution of Foodstuffs For The Vulnerable In Oyo

Governor Seyi Makinde for his giant strides in the state under different initiatives and programs targeted at the vulnerable members of the state particularly at the grassroots stressing that the FG food support would compliment efforts of the state government while calling for all hands to be on deck.

“Going down memory lane, Nigeria has witnessed unprecedented challenges occasioned by the global economic recession which has greatly affected the economic well-being of the citizens. This impacted negatively on all states of the federation. Hence, the resolve of all tiers of government to design social programmes aimed at ameliorating the hardship through distribution of food items amongst other benefits. Otunba Ojo said.

Hon. Oyedokun Timothy, the executive chairman of Ogbomoso South local government, who spoke on behalf of other Council Chairmen commended the collaboration between the state and federal government which resulted in the provision of the economic support food items assuring that the distribution guideline and template would not be compromised in the distribution process.

Other key stakeholders including traditional and religious leaders in their separate remarks lamented the impact of security challenge on food security resulting into the current hike in cost of essential commodities and foodstuffs across the country while calling for immediate end to the killings and banditry that have plagued parts of Oyo state unabated.

Present at the event are members of the state executive Council, other top government functionaries, executive chairmen from the 33 local government areas, members of the state House of Assembly, officials of NEMA, Oyo State Emergency Management Agency (OYSEMA), as well as traditional and religious leaders across the 5 geopolitical zones of the state.

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HEALTH: OONI UNVEILS INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL, DIAGNOSTIC CENTRE, URGES END TO FOREIGN MEDICAL TOURISM

With a view to putting an end to the endemic medical tourism by which Nigerians spend between $1.5 billion to $2 billion annually on foreign medical cares, the Ooni of Ife, Arole Oduduwa Olofin Adimula, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR Ojaja II, will on Monday July 15th and 16 July 2024 officially launch the EQUITY SPECIALIST CLINIC & DIAGNOSTIC CENTRE a subsidiary of his Equity Health Group located at Lekki Phase One area of Lagos. This first of its kind medical conglomerate opened for public use this morning of Monday, July 1st, 2024, is a pioneering healthcare services provider  established by the foremost African monarch to transform the landscape of healthcare delivery,  missioned to provide accessible, high-quality medical services globally, fostering wellness and medical excellence within communities across Africa.

In a release signed by Otunba Moses Olafare, Director, Media Public Affairs, Ooni's Palace says  Ooni Ogunwusi emphasized that premium must be placed on humanity and life in particular by ensuring no patient will be denied qualitative healthcare due to financial constraints especially in time of emergencies.

This development is inspired by the Ife monarch's involvement and immeasurable investment in Nigeria’s health sector since becoming the Arole Oduduwa, particularly as demonstrated when the COVID-19 pandemic that ravaged the world in the year 2020 which saw his intervention of free distribution of over 100 hundred motorised fumigation vehicles and equipments across the length and breath of Nigeria which cost him a whooping hundreds of millions of Naira as he constituted a team of professionals and brought together reputable medical research outfits, laboratories and other institutions to ensure that Nigerians are safe.

Speaking in a videocast in his palace at Ile-Ife recently on the motivation for the healthcare conglomerate, the Ooni said, “the last pandemic drew my attention to a lot of untapped medical potentials of we black people especially here on the throne of Oduduwa, these stuffs (Herbs and its likes) are what saved us from experiencing major challenges faced by most developed countries when no one regardless of riches or status could travel to seek medical attention abroad."

The President of Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Forum stated how he had to constitute a team of scholars particularly in the medical profession and veterans in the business/practice of the ancient herbal and alternative medicine who brainstormed on exploiting the best in African local herbal medicine, and how  this led to the discovery of potent solution through which beneficial products with which his team combated and defeated the pandemic were discovered. 

"I must hail the collaboration with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, National Institute for Pharmaceutical Research and Development (NIPRID) and frontline medical research institutions in the country which brought us this far".

“I remember developing an initiative, called “Pan African Foundation for Indigenous Medical Research and Development (PAFIMERD)” in 2020 during the celebration of African Traditional Medicine Day. All these activities have now snowballed into Equity Health Group; an international hospital and diagnostic centre with a lot of interlinked arms of medical solution including drug manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and vaccine production among others. The best part of it is that this facility will source its ingredients locally, thereby strengthening the Naira while boosting the country’s productivity." Ooni said.

According to him, the Equity Health Group stands at the forefront of healthcare innovation, encompassing a diverse portfolio of subsidiaries. He promised that through these subsidiaries, he  endeavors to complement the government's efforts a revolutionizing healthcare delivery and promote well-being of Nigerians globally.

"At Equity Health Group, we believe in patient-centered care, innovation and integrity.

Our watchword is to dignify human life by attending to all emergencies immediately regardless of the patient’s financial status. We will work to save lives first and not asking for papers or money from a dying patient.” he added.

On  his  involvement, the Ooni who doubles as the Overall Head of the Oduduwa race worldwide revealed that, he is in partnership on the company with a young visionary entrepreneur - Dozy Mmobuosi who has a very clear and similar vision to take the black race out of over dependence on the Western world for medicine and healthcare, saying efforts are combined to make it a world-class medical institution and diagnostic centre of reckon across the continent of Africa.

“I am pleased to inform you that the company has three subsidiaries. The first is the Equity Specialist Hospital and Diagnostic Centre; a comprehensive hospital and diagnostic service that focuses on advanced medical technology and personalized care. Presently, it is situated in Lagos State with plans for expansion to other parts of the country and the United Kingdom. The second arm is the Equity Pharmaceuticals; a company that will leverage innovative technology to provide quality pharmaceutical products and services. The last but not the least is the Equity Vaccine Laboratories; an arm that focuses on research and development of vaccines for global health security. With this, we aim to pioneer vaccines to tackle pressing global health challenges and ensure a safer future for all.

“In actualizing the purpose of this outfit, we shall bring on board our higher institutions of learning particularly the medical arms of reputable universities including the Ojaja University, Eyenkorin, Ilorin, Kwara State which I own. This will cement the “town and gown” relationship, thereby enhancing the productivity of our graduates.” Ooni said

Ooni Ogunwusi who is the Co-Chairman, National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria (NCTRN ) concluded that the advancement in health facilities in the country especially with the involvement of private sector like the Equity Health Group, will provide a convenient spot for Nigerians to abolish the culture of foreign medical tourism.

“Aside from the provision of unequaled medical services for Nigerians in line with best global practice, Equity Health Group is structured to actively participate in global medical research especially in the area of vaccine production/development to safeguard  global health. As the giant of Africa, Nigeria should be at the forefront in vital global medical conversations like the development of vaccines against malaria disease upon which we cannot afford to  be dependent on the Western world.

“While I am neither a medical doctor nor a pharmacist, I passionately believe that we have what it takes to change the narrative of over dependence on medical tourism to the developed countries. Beyond the area of research, Africa and indeed Nigeria can be a major powerbroker in the global pharmaceutical and medical industry.” The Ooni concluded.

Oyo Lawmaker, Yusuf Adebisi Urges Residents, Constituents To Be Awake to the Reality of the Cholera Outbreak and Prevention.

As cholera cases continue to rise in parts of Nigeria, Ibadan Southwest state constituency 1 lawmaker at the Oyo State House of Assembly, Honourable Yusuf Adebisi have call all relevant agency for increased focus on children in the cholera response  and redoubles support to concerned governments in the cholera response.

Honourable Adebisi said he has issued a call for heightened vigilance and the adoption of precautionary measures to prevent the spread of a potential cholera outbreak in the Ibadan Southwest constituency 1 as this call is necessary having aware some part of the constituency which are still remote.

“Before now, we have provided borehole water pumps to all the six wards of the constituency and handed it over to each of the community leaders in all these areas but we must again call for serious precautions especially as this epidemic have spread in Lagos State and Ibadan next to Lagos, some our people still go to streams especially the children to play and that makes us activate an awareness among our people and  heightened surveillance through our scouts and medical personnel in our community health care centers".

It will be recalled that  Nigeria reported over 815 suspected cholera cases and 14 deaths across 25 states in Nigeria.

The lawmaker, Yusuf Adebisi noted that following recent rains, urban slums and crowded areas with poor sanitation are particularly at risk sometimes and can be noticed in some part of the Ibadan Southwest Constituency 1.

He explained that cholera is a highly contagious disease that causes severe diarrhea and can be life-threatening, adding that it poses a significant health burden in areas with poor water treatment and sanitation, and could impact Lagos State.

“Cholera spreads through direct transmission by eating or drinking contaminated food or water, and indirect transmission due to poor sanitation and lack of handwashing. Symptoms of cholera include severe watery diarrhea, vomiting, rapid dehydration, muscle cramps, fever and sometimes collapse”, he said.

According to him, treatment options for cholera include rehydration using Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) for mild to moderate dehydration. Intravenous Fluids is used for severely dehydrated patients given only in medical facilities and supervised by medical personnel.

“To prevent cholera, citizens are urged to ensure safe drinking water by boiling, chlorinating, or using bottled water, and avoiding ice products made from untreated water. Maintaining proper sanitation by using toilets, safely disposing of faeces, and avoiding open defecation is crucial. 

Practicing good hygiene, such as washing hands with soap and clean water regularly, especially before eating, preparing food, and after using the toilet, is essential and following food safety guidelines”, He advised.

Former House Leader, Mulikat Adeola, Wife , Amos Ado Others Fetes Honourable Micheal Adewale Samson (MAS) On His Birthday

Top Ogbomoso politicians celebrate another young ,new breed Nigerian politician who have made waves across the politics of Ogbomoso and its environment, Honourable Micheal Adewale Samson on his birthday.

Among the notable politicians is the former House of representatives leader and one of the recognise amazon in politics, Alhaja Mulikat Akande Adeola, leaders of the party in Ogbomoso land , youths, women leaders in Ogbomoso North local government salute the young politician for his steadfastness since after his interest in the last general election in Oyo State where he contested for Ogbomoso North state assembly election. 

Speaking further, Alhaja Mulikat described MAS as he is popularly called as a very consistent, delightful, loyal and committed party man with full energy of vision and mission to serve his people dutiful.

Alhaja pray for more successful years and long life as she admonished the young politician not to relent in his ambition, that Nigerians belong to the young generations.

Also at the event is another Ogbomoso born agricultural expert, Amos Adewale Ado hailed Honourable Michael Adewale Samson (MAS) for being man of the people who have impacted positively to development of the individual and the party, both People's Democractic Party (PDP)  and Social democratic party (SDP).

"MAS is another great man Nigeria need to inject new breed in the politics of the state and he has really done so much for the people, I will advise that leaders in all political parties should not only be depending on aspirants money but also look inward and see the qualities in each of them as I believe Honourable MAS shall definitely be a candidate if given the opportunity to lead any party" Amos said.

Also at the event are women leaders from all the wards in Ogbomoso North local government, PDP and SPD party faithfuls, Alhaja Mulikat Adeola right hand man, Mr. Sunday RCC, family and friends.

Meanwhile Honourable MAS have earlier sent a Sallah message to all Muslim ummah for the celebration which is the symbol of love and passion God has for humanity, saying it is a lesson for every human to value life and guide jealously, praying for sustainable development,peace in Oyo State and Nigeria.

Ogbomoso Born Agric-Bussiness Man Amos Adewale Ado Felicitates Muslim Ummah In Oyo

The Management of Hamama farms limited Ogbomoso under the supervision of the Managing director Honourable Amos Adewale Ado has felicitated with all the Muslim Ummah in Ogbomoso and Oyo State as they join the rest of the world to commemorate the 2024 Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

Eid-el-Kabir, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is a significant time for reflection, prayer, and community. As Muslims across the nation commemorate the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God, we are reminded of the virtues of faith, dedication, and sacrifice.

In Sallah message, Honourable Amos Adewale Ado expressed deep appreciation for the people over peaceful Sallah celebration across the state and the government of Oyo State under Governor Seyi Makinde's leadership and his contributions to the state. He emphasized the Governor’s unwavering commitment to the development and prosperity of the areas in Oyo State.

Amos Adewale Ado said prayer should be the only way to commit the hearts and wills of every leader to doing right and delivering on mandates.

“I urge us not to limit these acts of charity, love, and sacrifice to the celebration only but to let it be a culture to imbibe now and forever.

“I urge us to pray for a better tomorrow, and may our prayers bring succour and healing to our land.

“Let us continually pray for our leaders and our dear country for peace, love, understanding and prosperity,” he said.

He advised the Muslim faithful to remember the act of sacrifice in all their activities and ensure that they exhibit the same virtue to their fellow humans.

Mr Amos Adewale Ado prayed for God’s blessings, peace and prosperity for all the Muslim faithful and citizens and wisdom for the country’s leaders.