Osun State chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has presented an award of excellence to the Chief Medical Director of the UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital, Osogbo, Prof. Peter Babatunde Olaitan.
The award tagged “Teacher’s Excellent Award” was presented to Babatunde on Saturday at the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) Ile-Ife.
The award was said to be in recognition of Prof Olaitan’s selfless contributions and dedication to residency training and medical practice.
While presenting the award, the NMA lauded the contributions of Prof Olaitan to the medical profession and his efforts at ensuring the progress of the NMA.
Receiving the award, Prof Olaitan appreciated the state chapter of the NMA for recognizing him through this award. He further appreciated the resident doctors of Uniosun Teaching Hospital, who he described as most dilligent and most cooperative group of professionals.
He promised to continue to make his contributions to the medical training and profession, stating that the recognition will encourage him to do more.
Members of the NMA in the state as well as other well wishers were present at the well attended ceremony.
REV. BUNMI JENYO CELEBRATES HON. SUNDAY BISI AT BIRTHDAY
The Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry in Osun State, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has celebrated the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Sunday Bisi, describing him as a resilient optimist and a great achiever.
This was contained in a statement by the Commissioner, which was made available to newsmen in Osogbo on Saturday.
Rev. Jenyo who described the PDP number-one man in Osun State as a great team player, stated that his total commitment to promote the course of humanity is one of his many qualities.
According to the Commissioner, “Osun PDP Chairman, Hon. Sunday Bisi is a responsible, responsive and efficient team player, who is blessed with native intelligence to sort things out”.
“Today and always, I celebrate with you, not only because of the faithfulness of GOD in your life, but also the invaluable grace of your Creator, who has blessed you tremendously”, he said.
He added, “You are GOD’s special gift to humanity, this generation and posterity will live to attest to your indelible contributions to the well-being of the masses”.
“May Almighty GOD continue to bless the works of your hands and grant you longevity of life in sound health, happiness and success in all your endeavours, AMEN. Congratulations, dear brother”!
Signed: Rev. Bunmi Jenyo, Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Osun State 3rd August, 2024.
GROUP WARNS PDP AGAINST IMPOSITION OF CHAIRMANSHIP CANDIDATE IN IFELODUN LOCAL GOVERNMENT
A socio political group in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Osun State known as Concerned Indigenes of Ifelodun has warned the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against imposition of chairmanship candidate in Ifelodun Local Government Area ahead of the next year’s local government election, saying such attempt will ruin the chances of the party in the local government.
To this end, the group appealed to the state Governor, Senator Ademola Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke, the leadership of the party in the state and all the stakeholders of the party to avoid imposition of chairmanship candidate in the local government in the interest of peace and for the party to win future elections in the state.
The group noted with dismay the recent actions of the immediate past chairman, caretaker management committee of the local government, Hon Sarafadeen Abiodun Awotunde who was allegedly boasting to have been endorsed by Governor Adeleke.
Reports allegedly have it that Awotunde who is popularly called Spain boasted at different places including restaurants and beer parlours that he would be imposed on the party by Governor Adeleke based on his relationship with the Adeleke’s dynasty.
The same Awotunde who had served as Chairman of the caretaker management committee for 11 months was alleged to be using the name of the Governor and some other leaders of the party to boast at parties, saying he had already gotten the endorsement of the Governor and that of the Yeyeluwa of Ede land, Yeye Dupe Adeleke Sanni.
The group therefore called on the Governor to call Awotunde to order, for him not to soil his (Governor Adeleke) name and integrity, as the people of Ifelodun do not want Awotunde to serve them any longer, having failed them woefully in the past and alao during his 11 months administration as caretaker chairman.
It was alleged that Awotunde has concluded plans to buy some leaders of the party through various means to get the ticket of the party for the chairmanship position, using deceit and manipulation with false claim that the Governor has endorsed him
The group warned that any imposition of candidate for the chairmanship position will not only affect the chances of the PDP in the local government election, but also affects the party in the 2026 governorship election in the state.
It was alleged based on rumours sponsored by the supporters of Awotunde that the members of the State Working Committee of the party had been bribed to do the biding of Awotunde, hence his (Awotunde) frequent boast about being the choice of the party for the position of the local government chairman in Ifelodun Local Government Area.
The group in a statement issued on Thursday by its coordinator, Alhaji Abdul-Kareem Adepoju advised that the party should create a level play ground for all aspirants seeking to contest the local government chairmanship position in Ifelodun Local Government Area by conducting a free, fair and credible primary election that will be acceptable by all members of the party.
The group recalled that the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) lost as a result of imposition of candidate during the election and warned against such in the PDP.
The concerned Indigenes of Ifelodun which is made up of politicians, especially members of the PDP, professionals and artisans warned that if any chairmanship candidate is imposed on the party, the chances of the PDP will be affected in the next governorship election.
“Imposition of candidate is alien to the PDP in Ifelodun Local Government Area. We believe in the tenets of democracy and we believe in holding primary election for the most popular candidate to emerge. Any individual or group of people who want to support any aspirant can provide financial support for such aspirant and not that the aspirant will be imposed on the party as the sole candidate. Imposition is against democratic principles and it is not in the constitution of the People’s Democratic Party,” the group explained.
It stressed further that “no member of the party or any stakeholder in the local government is against provision of financial support to the aspirant that is the choice of any individual. But what we are against is imposition of any aspirant on the party. We will not take such and we’re sure, that will not happen, but the man making noise about it should be cautioned forthwith.”
The group pointed out that many critical stakeholders in the local government including transporters, artisans, civil servants and religious leaders are not comfortable with Hon Sarafadeen Abiodun Awotunde being the party’s candidate for the election due to his antecedence.
“We implore the governor and the leadership of the party in the state to set up a fact finding team to do an independent findings about the characters and personality of Awotunde. Let the team do the findings independently by sampling the opinions of people about him. The result of such finding will surprise anyone who believes in him,” the group added.
The group noted that the PDP in Ifelodun is already divided, adding that imposition of candidate will further divide the party and affect its chances in future elections, especially the 2026 governorship election.
Therefore, the group appealed to the Governor as a listening democrat to use his good offices to prevail on the party to hold chairmanship primary election in Ifelodun Local Government Area in the interest of peace and progress of the party.
The group also expressed its loyalty to Governor Ademola Adeleke and the PDP, declaring that the PDP has done much for Ifelodun Local Government Area in terms of infrastructural development and will always support the Governor for his kindness and love for the local government.
PA TIMOTHY ADEBAYO AJIDE JENYO LIVES ON, THREE YEARS AFTER
It is exactly three years today, that you, Pa Timothy Ajide Jenyo breathed your last but the memory of your living, legacies and principles while alive, continues to linger in our hearts, courtesy of the quality of life you lived.
Sweet is the remembrance of the righteous, so to speak. Your stand, words and actions are vibrantly speaking after you, confirming the effectiveness in your belief, as a great man, who lived above all manners of adversities to make a positive impact in life.
To us, and people who are directly and indirectly connected to you in your lifetime, you are only resting your breath, with your Creator to meet again with all your lovers at the resurrection morning, and to part no more.
Rest on Baami, a father of nations, a valiant, trustworthy, truthful and courageous achiever in the comity of men, who ever lived.
Lover of his children, my priceless father like no other. My great confidant, counselor and friend.
May your soul continue to rest in peace Baami Ajide, Amen.
Your son, Rev. ‘Bunmi Jenyo, Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Osun State, Nigeria. 1st August, 2024.
OSUN TRADERS ADOPT IMOLE MODULES AS ADELEKE GOVERNMENT MOVES TO REGULATE PRICES OF GOODS IN OSUN MARKETS
The Osun government under the leadership of Sen. Dr. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke has reiterated its commitment and readiness to regulate prices of food items and other goods in all the markets, across every nook and cranny of Osun State.
The Special Adviser to the Governor on Market Affairs, Chief (Mrs.) Grace Eniola Omotoso, stated this after a successful meeting on Monday, with traders, market women and men, held at the Staff Development Centre, Abere.
Hon. Omotoso also stressed that Imole modules tagged ‘Osunwon Imole’, made up of ten tins each (for rice, beans, gari, yam flower etc), have been adopted by the conglomerate of Osun traders.
This, if eventually unveiled, according to her, will reduce the unhealthy activities of some traders, who usually shortchange their unsuspecting customers who are members of the public.
She also denied a flying rumour that Governor Adeleke has proscribed all Associations in Osun markets. “The Governor of Osun State, Sen. (Dr.) Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke has not, at any point in time, proscribed any association in Osun State”, she affirmed.
According to her, Governor Adeleke is leaving no stone unturned to regulate prices of goods and commodities in Osun State. “That is why we are here today to let them know the stand of the government. What we are saying is that the rate at which people buy things in the market is extremely high, so we want the government and traders altogether, to join hands in bringing down the prices of goods”, she said.
“While there is freedom of association, we shall ensure that there is free movement of buying and selling in Osun markets without interference of any third party or middle-person”, she said.
Also speaking as the Special Guest of honour representing the governor, the Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo who charged all the traders, Iyalojas and Babalojas to continue to support the administration of Governor Adeleke, emphasized that there must be “ease of marketing in our markets across the State”.
According to the Commissioner “we are here to educate the traders, Iyalojas and Babalojas across the State, that they should not put burden on the masses. We strongly disagree with the imposition of inflated prices of commodities”.
The Commissioner said it is the high time prices of goods and commodities in the markets are adequately regulated to avoid revolution.
“We don’t want a situation where by there will be revolution because the masses are tired. We are not saying they should not make profit, but their profitability must not be a burden on the people”, he said.
The traders, Iyalojas and Babalojas ably led by the Iyaloja-General, Chief Mrs Mary Oyebode, who appreciated the Governor for his giant strides in Osun, pledged their unalloyed support and cooperation to the administration of Governor Adeleke.
NATIONAL PROTEST: OSUN REFORMATION TASKS YOUTHS TO REMAIN FOCUSED
Consequent upon the harsh economic realities on Nigerians due to removal of fuel subsidy removal and some policies of the Federal government, a socio-political group, Osun Reformation has tasked the Nigerian Youths to remain focused and toe the path of peace in the forthcoming peaceful protest in Nigeria.
This was contained in a statement issued by the coordinator of the organization, Mr. Bamidele Adeniyi (Zangaruwa) and obtained in Osogbo, Osun State Capital on Sunday.
The citizens of Nigeria have been plunged into severe economic hardship ranging from inflation, naira devaluation, skyrocketing prices of goods and services, high cost of transportation, among others in every nook and cranny of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
The statement therefore charged the youths, who are the most participants in the protest to be law abiding, focused and steadfast in the protest. It also charged them to display a high level of maturity and patriotism to disallow hoodlums from hijacking the peaceful rally for their selfish agenda.
It was also noted, that the severe economic hardship is not pertaining to the youths alone as it affects all sectors of the economy and the entire citizenry is feeling the heat.
The statement also called on the Federal Government under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately swing into reasonable actions that are capable of easing the burden of Nigerians.
“President Tinubu”, according to the statement, “must rise to the occasion, leaving no stone unturned to rescue the sinking ship of Nigeria, at this precious time, before things get out of hands”, the statement noted.
Most worrisome to the Osun Reformation is the unbearable increase in tuition fees for students, who are believed to be future leaders. If there’s difficulty in affordable schooling, then the country called Nigeria is doomed, taking into cognizance, impending failure of a people blessed with great human resources.
“In view of the forgoing, the time is now ripe for education reform which will be all-encompassing, to be put in place by President Tinubu and tuition fees for students across the country must be brought down”, the statement positioned.
“The unspeakable hike in food prices across the country must be critically looked into by the President, his mantra “renewed hope” must be put to work immediately, to assure the Youths and all in Nigeria, that it is not over, the time is now”, it also read in part.
According to the statement by the Osun Reformation, all hands must be on deck at this challenging period of Nigeria’s economic life, to reject inhuman treatment for masses in every sense of the word.
It therefore called all members of Osun Reformation, Non-governmental Organizations and all the Civil Society Organizations, across the country, to come out in large numbers for the peaceful protest against anti-people policies, that are increasing the pains of the masses, day after day.
INDUSTRIAL INVESTMENT SUMMIT: A PATHWAY FOR OSUN’S ECONOMIC TRANSFORMATION – BUNMI JENYO
The Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry in Osun State, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has described the forthcoming Industrial Investment Summit as a roadmap for economic transformation and advancement for the people of Osun State.
This assertion was made while receiving the Senior Political Adviser of the British High Commission, Wale Adebajo who paid him a private visit in his office in Osogbo on Friday.
The Commissioner noted that the summit was originally designed to deliver on the mandate of Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, to industrialize Osun State.
This, according to him, will change Osun’s economic narrative of depending solely on civil service to a State loaded of productive industries and investments from local and international organizations.
Meanwhile, in preparation for the Summit scheduled to hold between 11th to 13th September, 2024, the Commissioner is billed to meet with the British High Commission in Lagos soon.
Hopefully during the meeting, discussions will be held, fine-tuned and agreed on what and how the commission will contribute it’s quota for the success of the Osun Industrial Investment Summit 2024.
The three-day event will also serve as an opportunity for exchange of ideas, experiences and expertise for mutual benefits of Osun State and investors across all walks of life.
REV. BUNMI JENYO CONGRATULATES GOVERNOR ADELEKE ON NIPR GOVERNANCE RATING
The Osun State Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo has congratulated Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke on his well deserved honour as one of the best nine Governors in Nigeria, by the Nigeria Institute of Public Relations (NIPR).
Recall that the NIPR has recently rated Governor Ademola Adeleke and eight other Governors excellently in its just released reputation performance Index on Nigerian Political Governance 2024.
The rating scored Governor Adeleke 83.6% to be included among the top nine Nigerian Governors who are demonstrating exceptional leadership qualities and performance in their respective State’s governance.
The rating body is a renowned organization dedicated to promoting excellence in public relations and reputation management with a strong commitment to research and analysis.
The basis for the rating included but not limited to Governor Adeleke’s visionary and tremendous strides in transforming the state since assuming office, through implementation of various initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure, education, healthcare, tourism, industrialization, agriculture and youth development.
The NIPR said its Reputation Performance Index on Nigerian Political Governance 2024, was a result of a thorough evaluation of governors’ performance across various sectors, including infrastructure development, economic growth, education, healthcare, and social welfare.
The Commissioner therefore prayed that Osun State will continue to witness giant strides of His Excellency, targeted at the growth, progress and development of everyone in the nooks and crannies, across all the local governments.
Rev. Jenyo also hoped that this enviable recognition would spur Governor Adeleke to do more and remain undaunted in his relentless efforts to transform the State of the living spring.
OSUN GOVERNMENT BACKS COMMODITIES FARMERS ORGANIZATION, PROVIDES SPACE FOR DISPLAY OF PRODUCTS
The Osun State government under the leadership of Sen. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke will continue to create an enabling environment for whoever is with the intent to promote economic activities in the State.
This was one of the assertions made by the Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo on Monday, while speaking to the leadership of Southwest Commodities Farmers, Osun State chapter in his office.
The Commissioner has subsequently approved a portion of space at Ayegbaju International Market, for the display of agricultural commodities of the organization, for the consumption of Osun people, at affordable prices.
The organization has requested the state government to provide a large expanse of land for them, to display their goods and sell to Osun people at a cheaper price.
Meanwhile, the approved space at Ayegbaju International Market will serve the organization, pending the eventual Governor’s approval for a large expanse of land for products exhibition.
According to the Commissioner, “the government of Sen. (Dr.) Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke is resolved to promote economic and industrial growth of the state and will not take any chance in creating a conducive environment for businesses to thrive”.
Speaking to the agricultural commodities organization, the Commissioner said “you are to make use of the approved space at Ayegbaju International Market pending when the government will release a large portion of land for you, for the display of your commodities”.
He urged the organization to remain focused, steadfast and courageous to reduce the stress, usually encountered in the exchange of farmer’s commodity with members of the public.
OSUN, ITALIAN EMBASSY IN AFFINITY FOR SUCCESSFUL INDUSTRIAL INVESTMENT SUMMIT IN SEPTEMBER 2024
The Industrial Investment Summit, organized by the Osun State Government has received a boost as the Italian Embassy in Nigeria and the State agreed to collaborate for the success of the three-day event, between 11th and 13th September, 2024 in Osun State.
This was the outcome of a meeting between the State Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo and the Italian Consul General, Mr. Ugo Boni at the latter’s office in Victoria Island, Lagos on Monday.
The Commissioner who, on behalf of the State government under Sen. Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, reached out to attract investors from Italy to attend and participate in the Summit, also held discussion on other aspects of the economy with Mr. Boni.
Rev. Jenyo equally used the opportunity to disclose and explain the varying investment potentials of Osun State, which can be tapped by the Italian investors, in the course of the forthcoming Industrial Investment Summit.
Meanwhile the Consul General assured the Commissioner that a delegation of Italian investors will arrive in Nigeria soon. He also charged the State to henceforth partake in the annual Italian Trade Fair in May, beginning from next year.
He also admonished the Osun State government to be practically involved, collaborate, invest and participate in several Business Fair events in Italy, to increase the investment and economic growth of the State.
The Honourable Commissioner also used the occasion to present gifts to the Italian Consul General, who received it with utmost excitement and appreciation.
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