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Don tasks postgraduate students on problem-driven research
Education

Don tasks postgraduate students on problem-driven research

Prof.Olubukola Kuforiji, Guest Speaker at Covenant University’s 18th Release of Eagles for School of Postgraduate Students Hooding on Thursday in Ota.
Research
By Ige Adekunle
Sango-Ota (Ogun), Sept. 28, 2023 (NAN) A Professor of Industrial Microbiologist, Prof. Olubukola Kuforiji, has called on postgraduate students across the nation’ universities to embrace problem driven-research through innovations for better society.
Kuforiji, the guest speaker, made the call at the Covenant University’s 18th Release of Eagles 2023 for School of Postgraduate Students Hooding Event in Ota on Thursday.
The title of the lecture is: “Towards Turning Postgraduate Publications into Products.”
He said there was the need to translate postgraduate publications into products, having economic value and making positive impacts on the lives of the citizens.
According to her, postgraduate education across tertiary institutions is designed  to drive innovations through problem -driven research.
“Post graduate research that is problem-driven has potential to translate to products.
“In addition, turning postgraduate research to products requires inputs from the industries,” she said.
The don further emphasised the need for postgraduate students to be exposed to activities that would translate research to products by adequately merging theory with practice.
She noted that universities should collaborate with industries to have positive contributions on the society.
She, however, said that the challenges of industries not embarking on long-term research could be surmounted if they collaborate with academia to translate research publications into products.
The guest lecturer suggested that postgraduate curriculum should also be restructured to cater for academia -industry collaborative supervision of research.
In his remarks, Prof. Akan Williams, Dean of Postgraduate Studies, Covenant University, congratulated the graduands on their remarkable milestones.
Williams said that the 164 postgraduate students comprised of 96 males and 108 females would be graduating for 2022/2023 academic session.
He said that the institution introduced progression tracker during the session to track students’ progress, identify delays and bring such up with the concerned stakeholders.
He added that they could embark on numerous activities including debate,  symposium, movie night, creativity fair and excursion. (NAN)
Edited by Chinyere BasseyOlawunmi Ashafa
NAFDAC sensitises Ibadan stakeholders on online products registration
Health

NAFDAC sensitises Ibadan stakeholders on online products registration

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Tuesday sensitised producers and marketers of its new online products and company registrations.

The Oyo State Coordinator, NAFDAC, Matthew Adeoye, said during a stakeholders’ meeting in Ibadan that NAFDAC Automated Products Administration and Monitoring System (NAPAMS) offered significant reduction on the timeline for registration.

Adeoye said that the online registration was part of the Agency’s efforts to facilitate faster processes and remove bottlenecks associated with traveling for follow-ups.

“NAPAMS provides a medium for the application for products registration with NAFDAC and data capture of all existing and current products it has approved.

“It also offers stage-by-stage status feedback to applicants regarding update on the application.

“The process is seamless that an applicant can monitor (online) all the processes from registration, payment, status/stages of registered product at the applicant’s zone due to decentralisation ,” he said.

Also, Mrs Roseline Ajayi, Director, NAFDAC South West Zonal Office, Ibadan, said the meeting sought to interact and update the stakeholders on the direction of the agency and to clarify issues with navigating the portal.

Ajayi said that product quality, safety and wholesomeness must not be neglected due to the country’s current economic crises.

“We are all witnesses to the current economic crises and the consequential threats to business stability.

“While this experience has become a serious concern, the quality, safety and wholesomeness of regulated products cannot be negotiated,” she said.

Ajayi said that the agency would ensure continuous engagement with stakeholders, as it recognised the need for interaction with the different stakeholders at all the levels either at national, state and grassroot.

“Today, our focus is on the water and bakery sectors. These sectors constitute the highest number of the agency’s stakeholders and their members are engaged in the provision of the basic needs of life.

“Water and bread are two household commodities that are essential for life hence, they are not sectors to ignore.

“The agency’s mandate as detailed in the enabling law is to regulate and control all activities, importation, production, advertisement, distribution, sales and use of regulated products.

“This is why we all have a common interest of ensuring that both the regulator and the regulated have understanding of the dynamics of the regulatory environment,” she said.

Responding, Mr Oladejo Adegboyega, the Chairman, Association of Table Water Producers (ATWAP),Oyo State Chapter, expressed the stakeholders’ readiness to support the agency in its quest to ensure production, supply and distribution of quality products in Nigeria. (NAN)

Edited by Christiana Fadare

NALPGAM urges FG to ensure gas price stability
Business

NALPGAM urges FG to ensure gas price stability

 

By Olatunde Ajayi

The Nigerian Association of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Marketers (NALPGAM) has appealed to the Federal Government to find a lasting solution to the rising price of cooking gas in the country.

Mr Abideen Olatunbosun, National President, NALPGAM, made the appeal during the 36th Annual General Meeting of the association held in Ibadan on Tuesday.

Olatunbosun expressed the concern that if the rising gas prices are not addressed, gas might become a commodity only affordable to the affluent.

“It is very vital for me to state that continuous increase in the price of gas in recent time stands as a big challenge to LPG marketers.

“The government needs to find ways to ensure stability of gas price as well as make gas available to common Nigerians.

“As a country, we need to improve on our gas utilisation level and if we all adopt gas, it will save our forest and improve quality of our lifestyle and the economy will grow.’’

According to him, the hike in price of gas is a concern to all.

Olatunbosun called for collaborative effort between the government and the private sector to establish critical gas infrastructure.

The guest speaker, Prof. Sunday Isehunwa, Department of Petroleum Engineering, Faculty of Technology, University of Ibadan, said that LPG offered a huge promise for increased domestic gas utilisation in Nigeria.

He said that cooking gas also served as the country’s energy transition to net-zero carbon emission by 2060.

According to Isehunwa, there is need for increased LPG supply to meet rising demand and curtail sharp practices by some operators.

“The Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) has been the major supplier of LPG, however, additional supplies are essential through functional refineries, and adequate natural gas processing facilities.

“Removal of difficulties in importation when necessary is also essential for additional supplies.

“Adequate infrastructure development is highly necessary to enhance access to LPG by rural communities.

“Accessibility will increase through increased economic empowerment of consumers and relatively low costs of products,’’ the don said.

Also, Mr Ogbugo Ukoha of the Nigerian Midstream And Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), said that the recent deregulation policy would result to a reflective petroleum products pricing.

Ukoha, who is the Executive Director, Distribution Systems, Storage and Retailing Infrastructure, NMDPRA, noted that current data had shown that the domestic gas supply had overtaken the import supply.

He said that necessary infrastructure investment must be put in place to address challenges of gas reserve so as to achieve smooth distribution of the product.

“Our focus is to make necessary investment in gas infrastructure to increase LPG supply so as to force its price down for Nigerians,” Ukoha said.

The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the conference also featured dissolution of the current governing council of NALPGAM, election of new national executives and presentation of plaques. (NAN)

Edited by Janefrances Oraka/Christiana Fadare

 

NGO awards scholarships to 100 indigent youths in Ibadan
General News

NGO awards scholarships to 100 indigent youths in Ibadan

By Olatunde Ajayi

An NGO, Human of Substance Empowerment Initiative (HOSEI), has awarded scholarships to no fewer than 100 indigent youths and victims of domestic violence in Ibadan.

 

The organisation, through its support mentorship unit, announced the names of the beneficiaries during its 10th anniversary in Ibadan on Sunday.

 

The HOSEI President, Ms Abiade Abiola, while presenting the scholarships, said that the current set of youths would be 10th to benefit from the initiative.

 

According to her, the new beneficiaries will be trained on photography, graphics designs, tailoring, baking, hair dressing and other skills of their choices free of charge.

 

“We have partnerships with standard organisations that teach our beneficiaries these skills.

 

“We also follow up the skill acquisition scheme with different mentorship and mentoring programmes.

 

“During the six months scholarship, they will be exposed to leadership skills through regular lectures, workshops, conferences and seminars,” she said.

 

Abiola said that the NGO had supported the first nine sets of beneficiaries with start-up kits and financial assistance after their graduation.

 

“We always watch their level of continuous seriousness and commitment and support as many as those who wish to further their education to tertiary institutions.

 

“We don’t want these youths, who are the future leaders of our nation, to succumb to the allure of prostitution and crime due to the economic situation of the country,” she said.

 

Earlier in his opening remarks, a former Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Akinlolu Olujinmi, reiterated that a lot still needed to be done on youths’ mentorship in Nigeria.

 

Olujinmi, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), noted that many youths, who were called leaders of tomorrow, had today dipped their hands in vices, such as cultism, drug abuse, inordinate ambition for wealth and all manners of evils.

 

He urged the parents and guardians to rise up to the challenges of nurturing worthy future leaders for the country.

 

“We must let them realise that there is dignity in labour and while we want to make them comfortable, we should do it in moderation.

 

“It is important for us to change our tactics of caring; we must be close to them, engage them always and let them know that money it is not everything that money does,” Olujinmi said.

 

One of the second set of beneficiaries, Mr Courage Afemije, said that his foundation and success in marketing industry began at HOSEI while he was given a scholarship to learn graphic design.

 

Another beneficiary, Esther Olaleye, said being a beneficiary of HOSEI to learn beads and jewelry making started a great journey in her life.

 

She stated that HOSEI also opened the door of scholarship for him to obtain tertiary education.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the occasion also featured presentation of awards to the beneficiaries’ trainers and mentors.(NAN)

Edited by AbdulFatai Beki and ‘Wale Sadeeq

Taiwan seeks collaboration with Nigeria on achieving development goals
Economy/Business

Taiwan seeks collaboration with Nigeria on achieving development goals

Olawunmi Ashafa

Taiwan seeks collaboration with Nigeria on achieving development goals.

 

Taiwan seeks collaboration with Nigeria to achieve development goals

 

Mr Andy Liu, the Representative and Head of Mission of the Taipei Trade Office in Nigeria, says his country is ready to further collaborate with Nigeria on achieving its development goals.

 

Liu, who made the statement at a news conference in Lagos on Sunday , expressed his country’s willingness to support Nigeria to grow its non-oil sector , to catalyse economic development.

 

While highlighting the progress made by both countries in establishing democratic systems,the diplomat said Nigeria could benefit from Taiwan’s investments in education, information technology and other critical sectors.

 

Liu said that Taiwan and Nigeria had overcome significant challenges and had achieved notable successes, which could serve as reference for other nations.

 

According to him, rather than wanting others to repeat their mistakes, Taiwan aims to share its experiences so that countries can assess whether the models are suitable for their own unique conditions, environment, resources, and economic development plans.

 

He stressed the need for a practical and cautious approach to Nigeria’s development, noting that Taiwan relies not only on the goodwill of the Nigerian government but also on its own preparedness.

 

Liu expressed the hope that the Nigerian government would initiate discussions in areas of interest with Taiwan, stressing the importance of aligning goals and objectives for a successful collaboration.

 

The diplomat also highlighted the importance of considering various factors such as industry, global economic and trade needs when aspiring for a better nation.

 

“These factors directly impact trading and policy-making, including education policy.

 

“The Taiwanese government understands that education is a fundamental requirement for a skilled workforce and has thus prioritised its development,” he added.

 

According to Liu, basic education lays the foundation for vocational training and higher education to align with each other, and plays a crucial role in equipping the new generation with the technical skills required by society.

 

Liu commended Nigeria’s policies concerning effective communication and transportation networks, including construction of quality roads and railways.

 

He said that Nigeria’s commitment to developing its railway, highway, and communication network is of utmost importance.

 

The diplomat said he admired how Nigerian people had embraced digital communication, evident in their increased usage of mobile phones, internet connectivity, and online platforms like Jumia and Konga.

 

According to him, the rise of e-commerce and digital services showcases the power and potential of utilising smartphones and other mobile devices for business and communication purposes.

 

Liu encouraged Nigeria to continue strengthening its digital infrastructure and seize the opportunities presented by the digital economy.

 

He said that leveraging Taiwan’s expertise in this area could benefit not only Nigeria ,but also other African countries.

 

The diplomat said collaborations with Taiwan could contribute positively to the economies of African nations.

 

“Our embassy in the Kingdom of Eswatini has been there for over 55 years. We have built a huge mission outside of the embassy.

 

“We have built a Technical Assistance Mission, medical mission, agriculture mission, vocational training and others.

 

“So, the Kingdom of Eswatini benefited from Taiwan’s assistance for almost 30 to 40 years. So, that kingdom is a good window of Taiwan; how Taiwan can help by providing our development model.” he said.(NAN)

Edited by Bolaji Buhari

Cleric urges citizens to allow reformation of Nigeria
Metro

Cleric urges citizens to allow reformation of Nigeria

 

By Olatunde Ajayi

An Anglican Church cleric, Ven. Kehinde Aremu, on Monday urged citizens to allow a reformation of the country to ensure development of its economy.

Aremu, the Sub-Dean in Charge of the Cathedral Church of St David, Kudeti, made the call at a news conference in Ibadan.

The conference was organised as part of a week-long activity lined up for the anniversary of the 170 years old Church with the theme: “Jesus Christ The Same Yesterday, Today and Forever”.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Church of St. David Kudeti, Diocese of Ibadan South, Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion was founded by the late German missionary and evangelist, David Hinderer on April 27, 1853.

According to Aremu, political leaders and the entire citizens should return to God, repent and allow a national rebirth to produce a country everyone will be proud of.

He said that to address the situation in Nigeria, leaders should note that righteousness exalted a nation and sin was a reproach to any people.

“Our leaders must know that nobody has any wisdom of himself except it is given by God. That is why we need to turn to God, the problems facing the country is not beyond what God can solve.

“We have neglected God for long, we depend so much on our own wisdom and so we are left on our own. We must know that without the help of God, we can do nothing,” he said.

The cleric said that increase in the rate of crime in spite of large number of churches was sign that the world was about to end.

He noted that the church had impacted on many lives economically, aside spreading the gospel for 170 years and being a place where christianity started in southwest apart from Lagos end.

“We are not relenting in our welfare programmes, big institutions such as Emmanuel College of theology, St Anne’s School and many more which emanate from the church.

“We ensure that our Computer and Innovation Centre is open to all irrespective of religion or tribe, “he said.

Earlier, Chairman, Anniversary Planning Committee, Mogaji Olutunde Aboderin, said that the anniversary presented opportunity to families, friends and associates to identify with the enduring history and legacy of faith, nurtured by perseverance that the church represented.

He added that adequate security had been put in place to ensure safety of lives and properties during the programme.

NAN reports that the week long anniversary will hold between Sept. 18 and Sept. 24.

The event will feature medical outreach, youths variety day, unveiling of the Baobab tree where the first service was held in April 27, 1853 and planting of new trees.

It will also feature book launch, reopening of first storey building in Ibadan land, the David and Anna Hinderer House within the church premises, hosting of invited Anglican spiritual heads and other dignitaries.

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Edited by Chinyere Bassey/Vivian Ihechu

Female engineers seek take over of Lagos Olusosun dumpsite
Metro

Female engineers seek take over of Lagos Olusosun dumpsite

 

By Grace Alegba

 

The Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN) has appealed to Lagos State Government to hand over the popular Olusosun dumpsite to the association for better management, to tackle air pollution.

 

APWEN Lagos Chapter Chairman, Mrs Atinuke Owolabi, made the appeal on Thursday during the association’s monthly zoom meeting and technical presentation.

 

The programme was also organised to commemorate the International Day of Clean Air for Blue skies, with the theme, “Clean Air for Blue Skies: The Role of Female Engineers in Environmental Transformation”.

Owolabi gave a detailed history of the Olusosun dumpsite, which is the oldest and largest in Nigeria, had become a health risk to residents due to strong odour polluting the air.

 

She commended the Lagos State government’s effort in managing the wastes over the years, but appealed for total closure of the site.

 

The chairperson appealed that the site be handed over to APWEN to bring in innovations and turn it to an engineering-based solution hub, thereby mitigating environmental and health hazards.

 

She said pursuit of a healthier environment demanded collective efforts and advocacy, hence, APWEN’s commitment to offer solutions to make community better.

 

“The dumpsite has been associated with various environmental issues, including air and water pollution, as well as concerns about soil contamination.

 

“The burning of waste at the site has led to air quality problems in the surrounding areas.

 

“Proximity to the dumpsite has raised health concerns for nearby residents due to the release of hazardous chemicals and gases from the decomposing waste.

 

“We, as professional female Engineers in the state, stand ready to proffer innovative solutions that will uplift the lives of those residing nearby while addressing other socio-economic matters within the state and our nation at large.

 

“We commend the efforts of Lagos State Government over the years towards closure and relocation of this significant and notorious dumpsite.

 

“We hereby use this medium to appeal to our Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to consider permanent closure of the site to waste disposal and convert the site into an engineering-based solution hub, thereby mitigating environmental and health hazards,” she said.

 

Owolabi urged Nigerians, in commemorating the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies, to be intentional in adopting practical steps that promote human and environmental health.

 

“Together, as female Engineers, we can contribute significantly to the preservation of our planet for generations to come.

 

“Today, 7th September, 2023, as we mark this global observance, we must reflect on the importance of clean air and the profound impact it has on our lives, our communities, and our planet,” she said.

 

Owolabi said air quality directly affects people’s health, the environment, and the well-being of future generations, adding that female engineers were doing thier bit as solution providers in society through innovations.

 

Mrs Helen Taiwo, Executive Director, Operations, Lagos Water Corporation, while taking a technical session, enumerated the functions and capabilities of female engineers and how they could leverage technology to preserve the environment.

 

Speaking on the theme, she reeled out measures against air pollution for healthy living and livelihoods.

 

Taiwo said air pollution was a major global problem that caused health challenges and could contribute to climate change issues.

 

She said environmental engineers play a vital role in reducing air pollution, adding that they design and implement solutions to control emissions and develop new technologies to clean up polluted air.

 

She listed some major contributions of women engineers in tackling pollution to include innovations and technology development in various sectors; sustainable energy as well as Research and Development. (NAN)

Edited by Oluwole Sogunle

 

Presidential Tribunal Verdict: Victory for Nigeria’s future – Diaspora
Politics

Presidential Tribunal Verdict: Victory for Nigeria’s future – Diaspora

 

 

By Adekunle Williams

 

Some Nigerians based in the United Kingdom (UK) have described the Wednesday verdict by the Presidential Election Petitions Court (PEPC) as a landmark in the history of Nigeria.

 

Speaking on Thursday with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) and under the aegis of Bola Tinubu Support organisation (BTSO-UK), they described the verdict as a victory for Nigeria’s democracy, rule of law, stability and development.

 

BTSO is a political group established in support Tinubu when he was presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

 

The group consists of some Nigerians in the diaspora, cutting across the UK, the United States of America, Canada, South Africa, amongst others.

 

On Wednesday, the five-man panel of the PEPC, led by Justice Haruna Tsammani, upheld the election of President Bola Tinubu as the winner of the Feb. 25 presidential election.

This followed petitions filed by the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar; and the Labour Party (LP) and its candidate, Peter Obi.

 

 

The Director-General (D-G) of BTSO-UK, Mr Ade Adeshina, said Nigeria’s democracy had become beacon of hope for the continent.

 

“While the distraction of challenging the people’s will at the tribunal is understandable, we must not lose sight of what the verdict represents.

 

“Nigerians can resolve their matters in a civilized manner, building a firm and enduring foundation for progress, unity and justice.

 

“This verdict is exciting. It is a victory for Nigerians,” Adeshina said.

 

He said that for President Bola Tinubu and his dedicated executive team, led by his visionary leadership, the victory marked only the beginning.

 

“The road ahead demands steadfast dedication to fulfil the hopes and aspirations of the Nigerian people.

 

“To us, in the diaspora, the time has come to rally together and provide unwavering support to turn Renewed Hope into a tangible reality for Nigeria. Let’s build the Nigeria of our dreams.

 

“To our political rivals, let it be known that we share this nation, and together, we must build the Nigeria we all dream of,” Adeshina said.

 

Similarly, Mr Adewale Soyinka, a cleric and Dep. D-G of BSTO-UK, said the tribunal verdict represented the voice of majority of Nigerians, a landmark in the nation’s democratic process and a lifetime victory for Nigerians.

 

Soyinka said the verdict demonstrated that there was hope for the future by ensuring that all points raised by the petitioners were judiciously attended to and technically knocked out based on sound reasoning and well-articulated legal premises.

 

“To this end, I say congratulations to our judiciary,” he said.

 

Soyinka called on the losers to accept the will of Nigerians in good faith.

 

“All those who tasted electoral defeat must now, without reservation, heed the people’s electoral judgment — vox populi, vox dei.

 

“It is a moment for introspection, a time to gracefully retreat to their respective camps, and allow the contemporary leaders to take charge of guiding Nigerians toward the Promised Land,” Soyinka said.(NAN)

Edited by Kamal Tayo Oropo/Oluwole Sogunle

How Nigeria-UK trade stood by June — British Deputy High Commissioner
General News

How Nigeria-UK trade stood by June — British Deputy High Commissioner

Jonny Baxter, British Deputy High Commissioner in Lagos, during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Lagos, on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023.
Jonny Baxter, British Deputy High Commissioner in Lagos, during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Lagos, on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023

 

By Oladele Eniola

Nigeria’s exports into the UK from June 2022 to June 2023 were worth 3.3 billion pounds, according to the British Deputy High Commissioner, Jonny Baxter.

Baxter gave the figure while speaking on the level of trade between both countries, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos.

He said that the figure was 1.4 billion pounds higher than what was achieved in the corresponding year before.

“The overall trade figures, that include imports and exports is 7.6 billion pounds and of that, 4.3 billion are made up of UK products that are imported into Nigeria. That figure has gone up a one billion pounds, if you compare with the figure of the year before.

“The rest of the 3.3 billion are Nigeria’s exports into the UK, and this has gone up by 1.4 billion.  So, the increase in Nigeria export into the UK has been much more fast and this is great news.

“It shows that Nigeria is producing goods and services that people in the UK want to buy and they are being bought and purchased from Nigeria,” he said.

He noted that introduction of Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) has further strengthened trade relations between both countries

“The UK is committed to creating the best conditions possible for trade to continue to strengthen and in June this year, we started a new programme called DCTS.

“It is a global scheme covering all developing countries in the region of 65 countries and Nigeria, in particular, benefits from that.

“What it does is that it allows more and more goods into the UK by reduced tariffs or no tariffs at all and for Nigeria, 99 per cent of what Nigeria’s export to the UK in goods and service is tariffs-free.

“This means that it is cheaper for people in the UK to buy those Nigerian goods and therefore are going to be more popular and it is a great thing for Nigeria to benefit from,” he said.

Baxter revealed that both countries were exploiting ways to address some barriers and hinderances of trading between both countries.

He said that in April 2024, UK would host an African Investment Summit which would serve as a platform for Nigerian Companies to meet British investors.

“In April next year, the UK is hosting an African investment summit and Nigeria would be a big player as it is an opportunity for Nigerian companies to pitch to British companies for investments, contracts, imports and exports

“As part of that, there would be a special side event on Nigeria creatives as I think in the past, maybe people haven’t focused so much on the creative industry as part of the economy.

“Nigeria is such a classic place where the creatives are so important and they have produced a lot of money and wealth. Indeed, I think it is an increasing area for Nigeria’s economy and it is brilliant that the African Investment Summit would have this side event,” he said. (NAN)

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Edited by Oluwole Sogunle

 

Council boss tasks supervisors on effective service delivery
General News

Council boss tasks supervisors on effective service delivery

 

 

By Adekunle Williams

 

The Chairman of Ikosi-Isheri Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Lagos State, Mrs Semiat Bada, has charged supervisors in the LCDA to focus more on the attainment of effective service delivery while discharging their duties.

Bada made this known at the presentation of official cars to 13 council supervisors and special advisers at the council’s secretariat in Lagos on Tuesday.

Bada also urged the supervisors to rededicate themselves to developing the council as compensation for his commitment to their welfare.

The chairman noted that the people of the council were expecting more grassroots development and dividends of democracy, saying that the council was determined to meet the expectations of the people.

Bada advised them to always be available for their people, ensuring that open door policy becomes their watch door.

The chairman reiterated the determination of her administration to put more smiles on the faces of the people by embarking on projects that would directly touch their lives.

She warned that the government would not tolerate any act of indolence from them, stressing that service to the people must be taken with all seriousness.

According to Bada, the official cars presented to the supervisors and other special advisers are part of the agenda of Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu is improving the welfare of workers in the state.

“I actually want to appreciate everyone here today; it has been a year and some months that we have bought these official cars for our supervisors.

“A lot of people might be saying why is it now that we are presenting these cars to the beneficiaries?.

“What we are doing today is statutory for workers that are working with the council especially the supervisors, to get these official cars for them as the constitution demands.

“The constitution says we should get them a vehicle so as to make their work easier for them,” she said.

Bada also assured residents of the council that her administration would continue to provide palliatives as part of measures to mitigate the effect of hardship caused by the removal of fuel subsidy.

Speaking, Mr Olushola Oduberel, the council’s Supervisor, Budget and Planning, said the official cars presented to them was a good idea because it would enhance their jobs in terms of inspection and carrying out their official duties.

Oduberel commended the chairman on the recent distribution of palliatives to residents especially to the widows and embarking on several grassroots projects to improve the lives of the people in the council.

In his comment, one of the apex leaders in the council, Mr Babatude Adetunji, said the chairman had done extremely well even though things were extremely high she has been able to find a way around it.
He said: “Like what she is doing today, it is also one of her testimonies of her passion to make sure that life is easy for the residents and even the workers.

“She has passion for the welfare of the councillors, the supervisors, special advisers and the vehicle will further make life easy for them in terms of mobility.”

Also, Mrs Majola Bello, the council’s Supervisor for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, said the gesture showed that the chairman wanted them to be comfortable in discharging their official duties. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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Edited by Vivian Ihechu

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