FEATURE STORY
SUB – URBAN RURAL MEGA PRIMARY SCHOOL
• Promoting equity, qualitative education and transformational development
In
the olden days, elders have to trek several miles to attend schools
their communities, likewise, students of Isokan community, along Irese
road in Akure local government had to trek several miles to attend good
schools, which can afford them access to qualitative education. Even the
children of the rich were not spared and were very much discriminated
from the children of the poor, as they attend board schools and academic
institutions far away which their parents believe could offer world
class standardized education for their children. Thus there exist wide
gap between the rich and the poor, unequal access to education, lack of
needed parental care, among others.
Research into the community
reveals that Isokan community for decades houses no government owned
school, even the few privately owned ones are housed in dilapidated
structure, with inadequate qualified teachers; therefore the community
has on no account received the favour of the previous administration in
terms educational development for the benefit of students and pupils in
the area.
However, the present administration in its quest to give
access to equal and quality education to children of both the rich and
the poor, transformation of educational facilities and infrastructures,
has built about 50 mega schools, among which is a Sub- Urban Rural Mega
Primary School in Famese - Isokan Community, Irese road, Akure.
This
area comprises 13 various rural – urban communities within Irese town
and it has about 6 km radius with loving people who are glad enough to
keep their father’s heritage and promise of providing land for the
government to assist in building of a community school, not knowing it
will not be commonplace school but a sub – urban mega primary school,
with credit to the Mimiko’s administration.
Just as the President has
put in place 125 Almajiri schools within four years in the northern
part of the country in order to keep the kids out of the streets, the
present administration has put in place a beautiful structure which
aligns with the present day technological development, infrastructures
and teaching aids that cushion learning and understanding to the benefit
of the pupils and students; thereby bridging the gap between the rich
and the poor. Children of the rich and the poor now have access to the
same enhanced educational infrastructures, materials and qualitative
teaching, no wonder at Isokan Sub – Urban Mega Primary School, it is a
pupil per computer.
The just commissioned Sub – Urban Mega Primary
School is a promised fulfilled for the people of the state, because Mr.
Governor had earlier promised that his administration will continue to
transform Ondo State by restructuring, restoring and transforming the
state with 21st century infrastructures that are to the best interest of
the people; this must have prompted the people of Isokan community to
welcome the Governor warmly during the commissioning of the Sub – Urban
Mega Primary School in the area.
The peoples’ Governor also affirmed
that Isokan Community Mega primary school is the first sub – urban mega
school built and commissioned by his administration and it was premised
upon global re – engineering of educational programme in Ondo state.
At
Isokan sub – urban mega school, enough sophisticated materials that
aligns with infrastructural development of the information and computer
technological age were also put in place, making it conform with the
21st century trend. Consequently, the mega primary school ideology has
helped to make accessible to every category of children in Ondo state –
quality education, inclusive growth, equity and progressivism; therefore
making it an initiative of social integration for the growth of young
ones.
Mimiko as well promised to continue building mega primary
school and transforming the state educational sector so that all
children in the state are given equal right to quality educational in
order to enable them compete favourably with their counterparts within
and outside the country.
The government being a very prudent
government in addition put in place the sub urban rural mega primary
school to ensure minimal principle, that is minimum cost viz a viz
maximum benefit, therefore saving the government about 50% cost of
implementation and every required facilities were there – in.
Another
stakeholder in the educational sector and the Ondo State Commissioner
for Education, Arc. Jide Adejuyigbe, in his own view said the government
is committed to provide quality education for the people and therefore
advised other communities to emulate Isokan community for its readiness
to give out plots of lands for siting the school.
To an astute
academic and a septuagenarian, who was a Guest of Honour during the
commissioning of the edifice, Prof. Dupe Olatunbosun, unlike previous
administrations in Ondo State, Dr. Olusegun mimiko has performed
tremendously remarkable in all ways. He insisted Ondo state has not seen
the uncommon transformation witnessed in the Mimiko’s administration
and thus urged the people to support transformational government.
The
Professor of Agriculture Economics said the landmark achievement is an
evident of Mimiko’s prudent administration in resources management,
restructuring and transformation of all aspects of the state economy.
In
the same vien, the communities were not left out in lauding the efforts
of the government, one of the Community leaders, Mr. Babatunde Fatoki,
appreciated the government for coming to their rescue by putting in
place a world class primary school in their community, because it will
go a long way to alleviate the plight of parents sending kids to school
so as to acquire quality education.
It can therefore be concluded
that the newly commissioned of Sub – Urban Mega Primary School, Isokan
by Governor Olusegun Mimiko, is an evident of restoration of Hope and
fulfilled future in an average Ondo child.
Ayokunle Ikusemiju,
For Caring Heart.
Sunday, 3 July 2016
MIMIKO STRENGTHENS FIGHT AGAINST HIV
MIMIKO STRENGTHENS FIGHT AGAINST HIV
Governor Olusegun Mimiko’s led administration has enhanced its determination to ensure zero tolerance to HIV new infections and access to mobile HIV counseling and testing to every category of people in the state by carrying out a minimum prevention package for Most at Risk men in Ondo West and Akure South local government areas of the state.
The prevention intervention programme which was carried out by Girls to Women Research Development Centre with the mandate of the Ondo State Agency for the Control of AIDS, through a World Bank assisted project was aimed at ensuring behavioural maintenance activities, prompt HIV counseling and testing, management of sexually transmitted diseases, end to stigmatization and discrimination against people living with HIV and the need for the most at risk men in the society to know their HIV status.
Addressing the participants, the Secretary to the State Government and Chairman, Ondo State Agency for the Control of AIDS (ODSACA), Dr. Aderotimi Adelola, maintained that the participants must keep to the HIV minimum prevention standard in order to secure their future and the society, stating that good behavioural conduct is key to preventing HIV new infection and maintaining a healthy living.
The Secretary to the State Government who was represented by Community Mobilisation Officer of ODSACA, Mrs. Funmilade Akinrelere, called on them to adequately utilize the knowledge gained in the programme inform other members of the society that are most at risk to join in the fight against HIV/AIDS, zero tolerance and bringing the prevalence down in Ondo State.
Speaking, the Executive Director, Girls to Women Research and Development Centre, Mrs. Olamide Falana, said the organization will continue to ensure qualitative care for the common people through evidence based developments intervention, stressing that the training will secure their future by ensuring good attitude that will better their health and ensure HIV free society.
She appealed to the most at risk men to be conscious of their health and activities, as this has direct link with their future.
Similarly, a facilitator, Dr. Tunde Ajidagba, said the training focus on management of sexually transmitted diseases, as it prone vulnerable persons to HIV, stating that the training will widen their horizon on the need to live safe and thus protecting the population from the scourge of HIV.
Ayokunle Ikusemiju,
Press Officer,
Office of the SSG.
Governor Olusegun Mimiko’s led administration has enhanced its determination to ensure zero tolerance to HIV new infections and access to mobile HIV counseling and testing to every category of people in the state by carrying out a minimum prevention package for Most at Risk men in Ondo West and Akure South local government areas of the state.
The prevention intervention programme which was carried out by Girls to Women Research Development Centre with the mandate of the Ondo State Agency for the Control of AIDS, through a World Bank assisted project was aimed at ensuring behavioural maintenance activities, prompt HIV counseling and testing, management of sexually transmitted diseases, end to stigmatization and discrimination against people living with HIV and the need for the most at risk men in the society to know their HIV status.
Addressing the participants, the Secretary to the State Government and Chairman, Ondo State Agency for the Control of AIDS (ODSACA), Dr. Aderotimi Adelola, maintained that the participants must keep to the HIV minimum prevention standard in order to secure their future and the society, stating that good behavioural conduct is key to preventing HIV new infection and maintaining a healthy living.
The Secretary to the State Government who was represented by Community Mobilisation Officer of ODSACA, Mrs. Funmilade Akinrelere, called on them to adequately utilize the knowledge gained in the programme inform other members of the society that are most at risk to join in the fight against HIV/AIDS, zero tolerance and bringing the prevalence down in Ondo State.
Speaking, the Executive Director, Girls to Women Research and Development Centre, Mrs. Olamide Falana, said the organization will continue to ensure qualitative care for the common people through evidence based developments intervention, stressing that the training will secure their future by ensuring good attitude that will better their health and ensure HIV free society.
She appealed to the most at risk men to be conscious of their health and activities, as this has direct link with their future.
Similarly, a facilitator, Dr. Tunde Ajidagba, said the training focus on management of sexually transmitted diseases, as it prone vulnerable persons to HIV, stating that the training will widen their horizon on the need to live safe and thus protecting the population from the scourge of HIV.
Ayokunle Ikusemiju,
Press Officer,
Office of the SSG.
ONDO BEGINS MOBILE HIV COUNSELLING AND TESTING IN RURAL AREAS
...Targets 1million residents
In its drive to further reduce the spread of HIV, the Ondo State Agency for the Control of AIDS (ODSACA) in collaboration with the Local Action Committee on AIDS in the state has flagged off mobile HIV counselling and testing service among rural dwellers in Akoko North East and Akoko North West local governments, just as it begins training of Community Volunteers in Ilaje, Ondo East and Idanre local government areas of the state.
Addressing the participants, the Secretary to the State Government and Chairman, Ondo State Agency for the Control of AIDS (ODSACA), Dr. Aderotimi Adelola, who was represented by the Project Manager, Dr. ‘Dayo Adegbulu, stated that the initiative is to enable Community Volunteers carry out HIV counseling and testing on one million people in Ondo State and as such the Local Action Committee on AIDS at various local government have been empowered by the Ondo State government with the support of World Bank.
He noted that the government is putting in place structures at the grassroots to increase the people’s access to free HIV counseling and testing, stressing that the drive will ensure zero HIV new infection, zero discrimination and stigmatization, zero to HIV related deaths, among others.
Adelola also appreciated the local governments for supporting the programme, noting that over 3 million Nigerians are living with HIV, while over 40,000 residents in Ondo are living with the virus, hence the need to embrace aggressive preventive measure to prevent the scourge.
Similarly, the Secretary to the State Government called on the Community Volunteers being trained in Ilaje, Ondo East and Idanre local governments to own and sustain the programme by providing HIV services to the rural dwellers where they live, work and play. He appealed to every individual to take an HIV test which is the entry point for HIV prevention, treatment, care and support.
Flagging off the initiative in Akoko North East, the Caretaker Chairman, Mr. Bamidele Bada, who was voluntarily tested, enjoined everyone to get tested at no cost, know their HIV status, and that HIV is not a death sentence but can be adequately managed, stressing that all leaders at different levels should key into the programme and encourage the people to get tested, so as to reduce spread of the virus in their localities.
Also speaking, the Caretaker Chairman of Akoko North West, Mr. Sesan Kumuyi, represented by the Supervisor for Health in the local government, Mr. Ismeil Mukaila, appreciated the Mimiko administration for supporting the programme, assuring that the people will turn out massively for the programme.
Corroborating their views, the Community Mobilisation Officer, ODSACA, Mrs. Funmilade Akinrelere, maintained that adequate counseling and early detection is a panacea to AIDS related death, in order to sustain the society and promote healthy living among the people, particularly the rural dwellers
Reacting the Managers, Local Action Committee on AIDS (LACA), Akoko North East, local government, Mrs. Alice Momoh and North West local government, Mr. Folusho Awe, observed that the programme is targeted at equipping the peoples’ knowledge about HIV/AIDS, prevention of mother to child transmission, treatment and care for people living with HIVV/AIDS, and others. They called on the people to cooperate with the Community Volunteers in order to safeguard and improve their health.
Likewise, the LACA Manager, Ilaje local government, Mrs. Cecilia Dunapo and LACA Manager, Ondo East local government, Mrs. Oluremi Oluwatuyi said the programme will acquit participants with prevention - intervention strategies that will prevent HIV transmission, create demand for prevention of mother to child transmission of HIV; while the LACA Manager, Idanre local government, Mrs Grace Adenuoye implored the Volunteers that were carefully selected from their wards to see their duty as a social responsibility and humanitarian service which is targeted at benefiting every member of the society.
Ayokunle Ikusemiju,
Press Officer,
Office of the SSG
...Targets 1million residents
In its drive to further reduce the spread of HIV, the Ondo State Agency for the Control of AIDS (ODSACA) in collaboration with the Local Action Committee on AIDS in the state has flagged off mobile HIV counselling and testing service among rural dwellers in Akoko North East and Akoko North West local governments, just as it begins training of Community Volunteers in Ilaje, Ondo East and Idanre local government areas of the state.
Addressing the participants, the Secretary to the State Government and Chairman, Ondo State Agency for the Control of AIDS (ODSACA), Dr. Aderotimi Adelola, who was represented by the Project Manager, Dr. ‘Dayo Adegbulu, stated that the initiative is to enable Community Volunteers carry out HIV counseling and testing on one million people in Ondo State and as such the Local Action Committee on AIDS at various local government have been empowered by the Ondo State government with the support of World Bank.
He noted that the government is putting in place structures at the grassroots to increase the people’s access to free HIV counseling and testing, stressing that the drive will ensure zero HIV new infection, zero discrimination and stigmatization, zero to HIV related deaths, among others.
Adelola also appreciated the local governments for supporting the programme, noting that over 3 million Nigerians are living with HIV, while over 40,000 residents in Ondo are living with the virus, hence the need to embrace aggressive preventive measure to prevent the scourge.
Similarly, the Secretary to the State Government called on the Community Volunteers being trained in Ilaje, Ondo East and Idanre local governments to own and sustain the programme by providing HIV services to the rural dwellers where they live, work and play. He appealed to every individual to take an HIV test which is the entry point for HIV prevention, treatment, care and support.
Flagging off the initiative in Akoko North East, the Caretaker Chairman, Mr. Bamidele Bada, who was voluntarily tested, enjoined everyone to get tested at no cost, know their HIV status, and that HIV is not a death sentence but can be adequately managed, stressing that all leaders at different levels should key into the programme and encourage the people to get tested, so as to reduce spread of the virus in their localities.
Also speaking, the Caretaker Chairman of Akoko North West, Mr. Sesan Kumuyi, represented by the Supervisor for Health in the local government, Mr. Ismeil Mukaila, appreciated the Mimiko administration for supporting the programme, assuring that the people will turn out massively for the programme.
Corroborating their views, the Community Mobilisation Officer, ODSACA, Mrs. Funmilade Akinrelere, maintained that adequate counseling and early detection is a panacea to AIDS related death, in order to sustain the society and promote healthy living among the people, particularly the rural dwellers
Reacting the Managers, Local Action Committee on AIDS (LACA), Akoko North East, local government, Mrs. Alice Momoh and North West local government, Mr. Folusho Awe, observed that the programme is targeted at equipping the peoples’ knowledge about HIV/AIDS, prevention of mother to child transmission, treatment and care for people living with HIVV/AIDS, and others. They called on the people to cooperate with the Community Volunteers in order to safeguard and improve their health.
Likewise, the LACA Manager, Ilaje local government, Mrs. Cecilia Dunapo and LACA Manager, Ondo East local government, Mrs. Oluremi Oluwatuyi said the programme will acquit participants with prevention - intervention strategies that will prevent HIV transmission, create demand for prevention of mother to child transmission of HIV; while the LACA Manager, Idanre local government, Mrs Grace Adenuoye implored the Volunteers that were carefully selected from their wards to see their duty as a social responsibility and humanitarian service which is targeted at benefiting every member of the society.
Ayokunle Ikusemiju,
Press Officer,
Office of the SSG
STAKEHOLDERS URGE TO ENHANCE ACHIEVEMENT OF MDGs
STAKEHOLDERS URGE TO ENHANCE ACHIEVEMENT OF MDGs
A call has gone to key stakeholders in the implementation of the Local Government/ Conditional Grants Scheme to diligently supervise and contribute to the achievement of the 2015 Millennium Development Goals, in order to ensure the people maximally benefit the dividends of democracy.
The Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on MDGs, Mr. Oladunjoye Oyewunmi gave the charge during a sensitization and interactive meeting held with six local governments involved in the implementation of the scheme.
At the meeting which was held at Idanre, Ondo West, Ilaje, Akoko South West, Owo and Odigbo local government, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor said it became necessary to provide information for the stakeholders and as well solicit support, stating that the projects executed by the MDGs are critical elements in the development of health, education, rural development, so as to surpass the estimated target.
Describing the MDGs as a people oriented programme, he maintained that Ondo State has performed creditably beyond the 2015 target, which is the basic standard of international community, adding that the forum will afford the stakeholders the opportunity to know their expected roles in the implementation of the programme.
Oyewunmi said all projects slated for execution should be owned by the local government because these projects are expected to accelerate the achievement of the MDGs in the local government, stressing that the local government Chairmen in conjunction with other stakeholders should embrace supervisory role in order to ensure the projects are executed to specification before contractors get their final payment.
He therefore called on them to cooperate with the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs and Multilateral Relations, in order to give rise to an improved health, education, and access to basic necessities of life.
Speaking, the Secretary, Intergovernmental Affairs and Multilateral Relations, Mr. Gabriel Akinyemi, said the stakeholders have critical role of overseeing the affairs of parties involved in the execution of contracts due to the local government, stating that Ondo state is at the forefront in the delivery of MDGs and it is currently taking the lead in the area of health, education, among others.
He assured that the initiative will prepare them fully for the task ahead and the stakeholders must be aware of what to do and the need for proper evaluation of projects, noting that the meeting is a routine programme to ensure that no project is inappropriately executed or abandoned, as the CGS is a platform for achieving the MDGs.
He lauded the spirit of collective responsibility put in place by some local governments to ensure contracts are efficiently monitored, adding that the MDG remains committed to the implementation of projects that will benefit the people.
Speaking on behalf of the local government Chairmen, the Caretaker Chairman, Ondo West Local Government, Mr. Abiola Makinde, noted that adequate support should be given to projects executed and prevention of abandoned projects. He called on the contractors to ensure efficient delivery of service, stressing that it will be to the best interest of the people and capital involved.
A call has gone to key stakeholders in the implementation of the Local Government/ Conditional Grants Scheme to diligently supervise and contribute to the achievement of the 2015 Millennium Development Goals, in order to ensure the people maximally benefit the dividends of democracy.
The Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on MDGs, Mr. Oladunjoye Oyewunmi gave the charge during a sensitization and interactive meeting held with six local governments involved in the implementation of the scheme.
At the meeting which was held at Idanre, Ondo West, Ilaje, Akoko South West, Owo and Odigbo local government, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor said it became necessary to provide information for the stakeholders and as well solicit support, stating that the projects executed by the MDGs are critical elements in the development of health, education, rural development, so as to surpass the estimated target.
Describing the MDGs as a people oriented programme, he maintained that Ondo State has performed creditably beyond the 2015 target, which is the basic standard of international community, adding that the forum will afford the stakeholders the opportunity to know their expected roles in the implementation of the programme.
Oyewunmi said all projects slated for execution should be owned by the local government because these projects are expected to accelerate the achievement of the MDGs in the local government, stressing that the local government Chairmen in conjunction with other stakeholders should embrace supervisory role in order to ensure the projects are executed to specification before contractors get their final payment.
He therefore called on them to cooperate with the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs and Multilateral Relations, in order to give rise to an improved health, education, and access to basic necessities of life.
Speaking, the Secretary, Intergovernmental Affairs and Multilateral Relations, Mr. Gabriel Akinyemi, said the stakeholders have critical role of overseeing the affairs of parties involved in the execution of contracts due to the local government, stating that Ondo state is at the forefront in the delivery of MDGs and it is currently taking the lead in the area of health, education, among others.
He assured that the initiative will prepare them fully for the task ahead and the stakeholders must be aware of what to do and the need for proper evaluation of projects, noting that the meeting is a routine programme to ensure that no project is inappropriately executed or abandoned, as the CGS is a platform for achieving the MDGs.
He lauded the spirit of collective responsibility put in place by some local governments to ensure contracts are efficiently monitored, adding that the MDG remains committed to the implementation of projects that will benefit the people.
Speaking on behalf of the local government Chairmen, the Caretaker Chairman, Ondo West Local Government, Mr. Abiola Makinde, noted that adequate support should be given to projects executed and prevention of abandoned projects. He called on the contractors to ensure efficient delivery of service, stressing that it will be to the best interest of the people and capital involved.
ODSACA/NGO SENSITISES MOST AT RISK MEN ON HIV/AIDS
ODSACA/NGO SENSITISES MOST AT RISK MEN ON HIV/AIDS
In its drive to ensure zero tolerance to HIV new infections and access to mobile HIV counseling and testing to every category of people in the state, the Ondo State Agency for the Control of AIDS (ODSACA) in collaboration with Girls To Women Research and Development Centre, a non governmental organization has carried out a minimum prevention package for Most At Risk men in Ondo West and Akure South Local government areas of the state.
The prevention intervention programme which was carried out by Girls to Women Research Development Centre with the mandate of the Ondo State Agency for the Control of AIDS, through a World Bank assisted project was aimed at ensuring behavioural maintenance activities, prompt HIV counseling and testing, management of sexually transmitted diseases, end to stigmatization and discrimination against people living with HIV and the need for the most at risk men in the society to know their HIV status.
Addressing the participants, the Secretary to the State Government and Chairman, ODSACA, Dr. Aderotimi Adelola, observed that though the participants have been trained on HIV counseling and testing, they need to keep to the minimum prevention standard, so as to impart on the society.
The Secretary to the State Government who was represented by Community Mobilisation Officer of ODSACA, Mrs. Funmilade Akinrelere, called on them to adequately utilize the knowledge gained in the programme and imbibe good behavioural attitude capable of adding to them.
He urged them to inform other members of the society that are most at risk to join in the fight against HIV/AIDS, zero tolerance and bringing the prevalence down in Ondo State.
Speaking, the Executive Director, Girls to Women Research and Development Centre, Mrs. Olamide Falana, said the organization will continue to ensure qualitative care for the common people through evidence based developments intervention, stressing that the training will secure their future by ensuring good attitude that will better their health and ensure HIV free society.
She appealed to the most at risk men to be conscious of their health and activities, as this has direct link with their future.
Similarly, a facilitator, Dr. Tunde Ajidagba, said the training focus on management of sexually transmitted diseases, as it prone vulnerable persons to HIV, stating that the training will widen their horizon on the need to live safe and thus protecting the population from the scourge of HIV.
Ayokunle Ikusemiju,
Press Officer,
Office of the SSG.
In its drive to ensure zero tolerance to HIV new infections and access to mobile HIV counseling and testing to every category of people in the state, the Ondo State Agency for the Control of AIDS (ODSACA) in collaboration with Girls To Women Research and Development Centre, a non governmental organization has carried out a minimum prevention package for Most At Risk men in Ondo West and Akure South Local government areas of the state.
The prevention intervention programme which was carried out by Girls to Women Research Development Centre with the mandate of the Ondo State Agency for the Control of AIDS, through a World Bank assisted project was aimed at ensuring behavioural maintenance activities, prompt HIV counseling and testing, management of sexually transmitted diseases, end to stigmatization and discrimination against people living with HIV and the need for the most at risk men in the society to know their HIV status.
Addressing the participants, the Secretary to the State Government and Chairman, ODSACA, Dr. Aderotimi Adelola, observed that though the participants have been trained on HIV counseling and testing, they need to keep to the minimum prevention standard, so as to impart on the society.
The Secretary to the State Government who was represented by Community Mobilisation Officer of ODSACA, Mrs. Funmilade Akinrelere, called on them to adequately utilize the knowledge gained in the programme and imbibe good behavioural attitude capable of adding to them.
He urged them to inform other members of the society that are most at risk to join in the fight against HIV/AIDS, zero tolerance and bringing the prevalence down in Ondo State.
Speaking, the Executive Director, Girls to Women Research and Development Centre, Mrs. Olamide Falana, said the organization will continue to ensure qualitative care for the common people through evidence based developments intervention, stressing that the training will secure their future by ensuring good attitude that will better their health and ensure HIV free society.
She appealed to the most at risk men to be conscious of their health and activities, as this has direct link with their future.
Similarly, a facilitator, Dr. Tunde Ajidagba, said the training focus on management of sexually transmitted diseases, as it prone vulnerable persons to HIV, stating that the training will widen their horizon on the need to live safe and thus protecting the population from the scourge of HIV.
Ayokunle Ikusemiju,
Press Officer,
Office of the SSG.
SSG URGES CIVIL SERVANTS TO INVEST IN LIQUID OUTLAY
SSG URGES CIVIL SERVANTS TO INVEST IN LIQUID OUTLAY
Just as 2015 begins, civil servants have been called upon to invest their income in liquid assets, treasury bills, bonds, and other financial products, so as to generate more income and build a sustainable future that will improve their financial and living status.
The Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Aderotimi Adelola, stated this during a send off ceremony organized for four retiring staff of the Cabinet and Special Services Department, Governor’s office in Akure.
Adelola who stated that the unsurpassed way of making wealth is involving in liquid investment, maintained that such investment would improve their standard of living, widen their scope, and create a better life and business after retirement.
He also identified self employment as the best form of employment, saying that they should imbibe the spirit of youngster in order to put in their best in their jobs and excel in their endeavours.
The Secretary to the State Government informed the retiring Civil Servants that they should build their business and life – after service around their hobby, so as to sustain their interest and put away discouragement.
Adelola maintained that the celebration is in commemoration of good and productive service of the retiring officers, adding that they have worked excellently, transparently and successfully for the development of the government.
Commenting on the retiring officers, the Secretary, Cabinet and Special Services Department, Mr. Gbenga Elewuju, explained that the staff have done well and the event is in appreciation of their service for the state, while urging them to remain dedicated to their endeavours in life.
Corroborating his view, the Director, State Tenders Board, Mr. Oluwagbemiga Akingbesote and the Director, Finance and Administration, General Administration Department, Governor’s Office, Mr. Yemi Ogunduboye, said the retirees have contributed very well to the development of peace in Ondo State, as the department has been assisting the government in the implementation of policies; stressing that the department will continue to tap on their wealth of experience to ensure better governance.
They added that the staff have a very good interpersonal relationship and has justified the confidence the government has in them by diligently delivering their responsibilities while in service, noting that everyone is needed in the running of the day to day activities of the government.
Similarly, the Director, Cabinet Matters, Mr. Dele Jemilugba, who congratulated the retirees stressed that they are being honoured because they served well and maintained that it is not automatic for an organization to honour retiring officers, but only the diligent ones.
In response, one of the retiring officers, Mrs. Victoria Busari, appreciated the department for organizing the programme for them, adding that God shall continually uphold them. She also appealed to workers to be dedicated to their duties; no matter the position they occupy in order to achieve collective success.
Similarly, other retirees, Mrs. Dorcas Ijadowole and Mrs. Olufunke Ojo, urged civil servants to be loyal to their job, believing that success will be achieved.
Ayokunle Ikusemiju,
Press Officer,
Office of the SSG
Just as 2015 begins, civil servants have been called upon to invest their income in liquid assets, treasury bills, bonds, and other financial products, so as to generate more income and build a sustainable future that will improve their financial and living status.
The Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Aderotimi Adelola, stated this during a send off ceremony organized for four retiring staff of the Cabinet and Special Services Department, Governor’s office in Akure.
Adelola who stated that the unsurpassed way of making wealth is involving in liquid investment, maintained that such investment would improve their standard of living, widen their scope, and create a better life and business after retirement.
He also identified self employment as the best form of employment, saying that they should imbibe the spirit of youngster in order to put in their best in their jobs and excel in their endeavours.
The Secretary to the State Government informed the retiring Civil Servants that they should build their business and life – after service around their hobby, so as to sustain their interest and put away discouragement.
Adelola maintained that the celebration is in commemoration of good and productive service of the retiring officers, adding that they have worked excellently, transparently and successfully for the development of the government.
Commenting on the retiring officers, the Secretary, Cabinet and Special Services Department, Mr. Gbenga Elewuju, explained that the staff have done well and the event is in appreciation of their service for the state, while urging them to remain dedicated to their endeavours in life.
Corroborating his view, the Director, State Tenders Board, Mr. Oluwagbemiga Akingbesote and the Director, Finance and Administration, General Administration Department, Governor’s Office, Mr. Yemi Ogunduboye, said the retirees have contributed very well to the development of peace in Ondo State, as the department has been assisting the government in the implementation of policies; stressing that the department will continue to tap on their wealth of experience to ensure better governance.
They added that the staff have a very good interpersonal relationship and has justified the confidence the government has in them by diligently delivering their responsibilities while in service, noting that everyone is needed in the running of the day to day activities of the government.
Similarly, the Director, Cabinet Matters, Mr. Dele Jemilugba, who congratulated the retirees stressed that they are being honoured because they served well and maintained that it is not automatic for an organization to honour retiring officers, but only the diligent ones.
In response, one of the retiring officers, Mrs. Victoria Busari, appreciated the department for organizing the programme for them, adding that God shall continually uphold them. She also appealed to workers to be dedicated to their duties; no matter the position they occupy in order to achieve collective success.
Similarly, other retirees, Mrs. Dorcas Ijadowole and Mrs. Olufunke Ojo, urged civil servants to be loyal to their job, believing that success will be achieved.
Ayokunle Ikusemiju,
Press Officer,
Office of the SSG
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