Politics
2019: Adewole launches political structure for Buhari’s re -election bid
NIGERIA’S Health Minister, Prof. Isaac Adewole is set to take the reelection bid of President Muhammadu Buhari and other APC candidates to the six south western states and Yoruba speaking people in Kwara and Kogi states under the initiative of ‘Buhari Leekan`Si’.
Adewole, who is an academic administrator turned politician is the motivator of the ‘Buhari Leekan`Si initiative’ which is an operational political structure committed to the propagation of the Buhari achievements in the last 44months as president as a leverage for his reelection in the February 16th, 2019 elections. The initiative as part of its statutory obligation is to encourage participation in the electoral system in all the wards of Oyo, Ogun, Osun, Ondo, Ekiti, lagos states, with extension to certain parts of Kwara and Kogi states.
Contained in a press statement issued by the Director of Media & Publicity of the Buhari Leekan`Si initiative, Owoyokun Samson and made available to journalists in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital explained that the initiative is to complement the party’s campaign structure, adding that the minister is billed to meet with religious and traditional leaders.
“He will also meet with professionals in all the major sectors who are key components of the Nigeria economy and registered associations of artisans across the states, the aim of the stakeholders meeting is to motivate and persuade them on the need to return Mr. President back to office and all other APC candidates in their respective states so as to complete the restoration agenda which he has kick started in 2015 in all facets of Nigeria including the health sector”.
Adewole continued, “We have built on what we met at the health ministry in November 2015. The Muhammadu Buhari Administration has over the last 3 years conducted strategic repositioning of the nation’s health system. We havee developed the National Health Policy 2016, initiated an ambitious programme of revitalizing 10,000 Primary Health Care Centres (PHCs) across 10,000 political wards across the country. We have upgraded over 4000 PHCs in partnership with States governments and development partners.
“We are implementing the Save One Million Lives Initiative to facilitate rapid development by states of the Primary Health Care System. This will provide the opportunity for each State in Nigeria to achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC) individually. The SOML-PforR’s is focused on improving primary healthcare and increasing insurance coverage especially for the most vulnerable in society. Also, we have developed the Second National Strategic Health Development Plan (2018-2022), re-established the National HIV Treatment and Prevention Programmem. Implementing Upgrade of Cancer Treatment Facilities in 8 Tertiary Health Institutions. The Cancer Centre in National Hospital is fully functional and can treat up to 100 patients daily
“We have equally supported Bio-engineering programme in LUTH and 3 other Institutionsn, initiated a Public-Private Initiative (Bio-Vaccines Nigeria) on local vaccine production. As you may be aware, our vision is to ensure universal coverage, to make health care accessible to all Nigerians irrespective of their social status. Our bid to ensure Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is gaining momentum as we have revived which is a pointer to why our vaccination for children has improved, child and maternal mortality dropped, malaria prevalence crashed and rate of the communicable and non-communicable diseases are on the down ward trend”, he concluded.
Politics
Relief as Rep ‘Lafi’ Empowers 300 Constituents Through Skill Acquisition Programme
Over 300 constituents of Akinyele/Lagelu Federal Constituency in Oyo State benefitted from a skill acquisition and empowerment programme organized by their representative in the National Assembly, Hon. Akinmoyede Olafisoye.
The event, held at Faith Joe Event Centre, Alegongo, Akobo, Ibadan, aimed to address the challenges of unemployment and economic hardship by equipping participants with practical skills and financial support.
The programme focused on empowering youths, students, and unemployed graduates to become self-reliant. Each participant was provided with a certificate, a Point of Sale (POS) terminal, an umbrella, and ₦100,000 as a startup grant to kickstart their businesses.
The tools and financial aid were designed to enable beneficiaries to establish sustainable sources of income.
Participants received comprehensive training, gaining hands-on experience to ensure they could effectively utilize the tools provided. The POS machines were configured with the personal details of the recipients, ensuring proper use and discouraging unauthorized transfers.
Addressing the participants, Akinmoyede who is the Chairman House Committee on Nigeria/ Mexico Parliamentary Friendship enjoined the beneficiaries to explore the opportunity for their benefit by ensuring that they use the machines for the purpose it was meant for.
He added that all the machines have been configured with the documents of individual beneficiaries which will make it very difficult to transfer to another person.
In his goodwill message, the Oyo Central Senatorial chairman of APC, Hon. Joshua Oyebamiji said comparing what the lawmaker has been doing in the area of dishing out empowerment and palliatives to his constituents, it is difficult to tag him a first-timer at the national assembly.
While appreciating Akinmoyede for his gesture at the event, former APC Deputy State Chairman, Alhaji Isiaka Alimi, Hon. Fatai Awoyoola, and Hon. Akinbode Emmanuel said they were yet to discover the magic wand being used by the lawmaker for his constant and habitual empowerment programmes.
Some of the beneficiaries who spoke at the end of the training, Afolabi Kuburat, Akinropo Akindotun, Ajala Abisade Iyabo, and Grace Anuoluwapo Ayinde lauded the lawmaker for giving them the opportunity to be self-reliant at this time when Nigerians are facing economic hardship.
Politics
Oyo: Olafisoye Facilitates Capacity-Building Training for 300 Constituents
The House of Representatives member representing Akinyele/Lagelu federal constituency Oyo State, Hon. Prince Akinmoyede Olafisoye Wasiu has initiated another skill acquisition and capacity-building training for no fewer than 300 members of his constituency.
The initiative which is being organized in partnership with Federal Cooperative College, Ibadan is part of a strategic effort by the lawmaker to foster rural development of cooperative for their economic emancipation and break the shackles of poverty so as to alleviate the impact of the high cost of living among the people in Akinyele/Lagelu federal constituency he represents.
The training programme is coming up on Monday 18th November, 2024 at Faith Joe Event Centre hall. Alegongo, Ibadan by 8.00am.
A statement issued by the Special Assistant on Media to the lawmaker, Alimi Abdullahi stated that the capacity-building is designed to equip participants with essential entrepreneurial skills with a view to building sustainable livelihoods and improve the quality of lives of the people of Akinyele/Lagelu federal constituency.
All the participants for the training are expected to be at the venue by 8am so as not to miss any part of the training.
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#OndoDecides2024: Rep Oseni Hails Aiyedatiwa’s Victory, Commends Residents for Peaceful Polls
The Chairman of the House Committee on Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) and lawmaker representing Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency of Oyo State, Engr. Aderemi Oseni has congratulated Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on his victory in the recently concluded Ondo State gubernatorial election.
Aiyedatiwa, the incumbent governor of the Sunshine State, was declared the winner of the election on Sunday at 2:30 pm. He defeated his closest rival, Ajayi Agboola of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in a landslide victory.
In a statement issued on Sunday by his media aide, Idowu Ayodele, Oseni described Aiyedatiwa’s triumph as a testament to his resilience, grassroots connection, and unwavering dedication to the development of Ondo State.
He praised the electorate for reaffirming their trust in visionary leadership.
“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to my dear brother, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on this historic victory. Your emergence reflects the confidence and hope the people have in your ability to deliver purposeful and transformative leadership,” Oseni remarked.
The lawmaker commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), security agencies, and other stakeholders for their pivotal roles in ensuring a transparent and credible election.
He also applauded the people of Ondo State for their active participation and peaceful conduct during the polls, which bolstered the election’s credibility.
Oseni expressed optimism that Aiyedatiwa’s administration will usher in renewed development, unity, and prosperity for the state.
“As you prepare to assume office, I urge all stakeholders and citizens of Ondo State to lend their support to your administration. Together, you can advance progress and strengthen the democratic foundations for a better Ondo State,” he stated.
He further expressed confidence that Aiyedatiwa’s second term will be characterized by impactful governance and innovative policies that will advance the state’s growth and enhance the welfare of its people.
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