Imeko-Afon LG Chair Clears The Air Over Owode Transformer

The Chairman Transition Committee of Imeko-Afon Local Government has explained why one of the Transformers at Owode-Idi Ayin Ward is not installed till now since it's purchase in 2012.

Chief Olusola Oke made the clarification known at an interactive session organized by All Progressive Congress, Zone 2 Youth Forum which comprises of four wards namely; Afon, Agborogbomo, Atapele & Owode/Obada.

The Chairman responded to the question of one Mr. Adeola from Owode-Idi Ayin who sought to find out why the Transformer around Ma Salam Filling Station at Owode is yet to be energized since it's purchase in 2012 following rumours that it was the Chairman that was awarded the contract by the then Local Government administration of Hon. Jide Ogunesan (Late).

According to the LG boss, "truly, the contract of purchase and installation was awarded to me in 2012 by the then LG Chairman sequel to an instruction by the former State Governor, and advance payment was released. I used the part payment to purchase the transformer and accessories needed to install the transformer. Unfortunately due to politics of different interest that ensued then, the balance to complete the project was withheld. There were insinuations that, if I was paid, I would have financial resources to contest against the incumbent Chairman during the Local Government elections. I wrote to the successive governments requesting the balance so I can complete the project for the benefit of the people. The transitional government of Amoko invited me and inquired about the state of the project. When presented with figure that will be needed to complete the project, they claimed it is not what they can attend to at the moment. It is important for you to note that I never abandoned the electrification project, it was left uncompleted because our client, the Government then didn't fulfill their part of the contract terms" Oke explained.

Oke however assured the youth that if his current administration is well funded, about nine transformers across the LG that requires installation will be fixed to the glory of God and to the delight of the people. 

He noted that he served with the defunct NEPA for 20 years and his area of expertise is Rural & Urban Electrification and it is his wish that his people enjoyed constant power supply during his era as the LG Chairman.

He further reiterated that Owode Town belongs to his Grandma's family - The Kuolas and that his father, Late Chief Ezekiel Alamu Oke was responsible for the establishment of Owode Market in 1973. The old man died the same day the market was to be commissioned by the then District Officer of Ilaro District. Therefore he can't afford not to be committed to the growth and development of the developing town. He encourages the youth in attendance to dispel the rumour making rounds that he abandoned a project he was paid for.

The Chairman reminded the forum that when he was not yet in office, he single handedly fixed the damaged transformer in Afon, his Home Town in 2008. The town had been in total blackout for more than 12 months. All effort to get Government and public office holders in the town to fix it proved abortive. He had to take up the responsibility of restoring power back to the town after notifying the King of the town. 

While responding on behalf of the APC Zone 2 Youth Forum, the Coordinator, Mr. Lamidi Ganiyu extolled the virtues of the Chairman. He commended his humility and praised his style of administration. Lamidi said this is the first time they will see a sitting Chairman of a Local Government who is always willing to interact with the populace regardless of their status. He charged the Chairman to continue to impress the good people of Imeko-Afon Local Government.

Some other attendees at the meeting demanded for developmental projects in their various wards too. The Chairman promised to be fair and equitable in the distribution of projects across the Local Government in line with availability of funds. 

Alumni of Royal Institute of Health Debunk NAOSS Allegation of Opening the School Against Government's Directive

With respect to the purported press release by Comrade Gbemileke Ogunronmbi of NAOSS, in Abeokuta dated 10 June, 2020 flying around on social media with reference to uhurutimes.com who allegedly claimed the school reopened for academic activities against the orders of the State and Federal Governments with respect to this current global COVID-19 Pandemic.

The Alumni Association of this great citadel of learning hereby decide to put the record straight to clear the airways as regards the allegations against the school authority and the personality of the proprietor.

The above Association hereby submit its position as a true refelection of our stance on this allegations.

The entire ALUMNI of the institution hereby write to address the damage that has been done to the reputable image of the college. It is very important to note that the Royal institute of health technology, Ifo is a private owned Institution with no alliance with National Association of ogun State Students(NAOSS)

For record purpose the school mobilizes for internship, students whose course of study is related to the ongoing situation in the country as a way of assisting the students to acquire more experience in their field of study which is contrary to the news in circulation about the total opening of our institution.

It is also important to note that before the school embark on such decision, a meeting was summon by the management in which students were also represented and involved in the decision making process with a backup from the government as approval.

The ALUMNI Association hereby use this medium to notify NAOSS (National Association of Ogun State Students) to desist from constituting any act that can breach the peace we enjoy in our Noble Institute, as any act of protest will not be welcome by our students and Graduates of the great citadel of learning as long as we stand by the collective decision of the college.

Also, as an institute of health, we are most aware about the dangers of COVID-19 and our students shall also contribute our own quota in the fight against this pandemic.

If a medical student is denied the covid-19 treatment experience,why then is such student in such field?

The ALUMNI Association hereby call on security agencies in the state to stop any group of individuals from coming to disturb the premises of the institution as the union will not hesitate to stand against this group in all they stand for.

In addition, the said NAOSS pressurized the proprietor of  ROYAL INSTITUTE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, IFO with the aim of visiting and honoring him with award which he declined because he refused to relate with a body who doesn't want to associate with his students.  

The Students Union Government has call on NAOSS several times in other to benefit and be regarded as one of her members but NAOSS declined claiming Royal Institute of Health Technology, Ifo is a private institution. Then, It is a miracle that NAOSS is suddenly concerned about the welfarism of the students of a private institution.

In conclusion, we strongly believe this act is solely defarmation of name/character and most probably a way of extortion by Naoss. on behalf of the Entire Students and Management of Royal Institute of Health Technology, Ifo ogun state, we hereby use this medium to sound a note of warning to Naoss president, Ogunrombi Gbemileke as he can be charged on both civil and criminal case for this huge false information thrown into the air to black mail our Noble institution. 

Till now Royal Institute of Health Technology, Ifo remain closed and abide with both Federal Republic of Nigeria and the State order

Signed:

Comrade Kehinde Damilola Olorunjubelo

The Alumni Association President,

Royal Institute of Health Technology, Ifo. 

08100864776

damilolaolorunjubelo@gmail.com

Comrade Oyelakin Oluwatobiloba Eniola

The Alumni Association General secretary, Royal institute of Health Technology, Ifo.

08109400346

rihtalumni@gmail.com

Groups Laud Creditable Performance of Imeko-Afon LG Boss, Pledges Support For His Administration

Encomium has been showered on the Chairman Transition Committee of Imeko Afon Local Government, Chief Olusola Oke, for his creditable performance and responsive governance since his assumption of office, describing him as an astute administrator and a worthy ambassador of the Local Government.

Various commendations were showered on the Chairman and members of his team, in a Media Parley organised by the Local Government Boss for the indigenous Online Media Outfits & Youth based organisations situated within the Local Government area.

While briefing the Community Influencers, Chief Olusola Oke did an exposé on the 4-Cardinal points guiding his administration as: (a) Rural Roads & Agriculture (b) Rural  & Urban Electrification (c) Education Support & Health (d) Water supply and further expanciated on the mode of operation and the projects so far been embarked upon by his administration despite the paucity of funds.

The Local Government Boss said grading and rehabilitation of roads in the Local Government was executed on zonal basis and all the three zones, which are Imeko, Afon and Ilara has a minimum of five completed road projects which he highlighted, within the five months of his assumption of office since January.

Chief Olusola Oke also assured that within the short timeframe of his transitional administration, he will sink a minimum of three boreholes, spread across the zones and will consider energising some new transformers, which were donated by some philanthropist. 

In attendance at the parley were representatives of Imeko-Afon Frontliners, Imeko-Afon Ambassadors, National Youth Council of Nigeria, Imeko-Afon Education Rescue Team, The Patriots of Imeko-Afon and  all Heads of Departments of the Local Government.

Ladipo Lolade Peculiar

Information Officer

Imeko-Afon Local Government

Ibeman Seeks FG Intervention on Ota Roads

Ogun State House of Assembly Majority Leader and member representing Ado-Odo/Ota 1 State Constituency, Hon. Yusuf Sherif popularly known as Ibeman has called on the Federal Government to fix the Ota-Idiroko road in Ota.

Speaking during plenary on Tuesday, Ibeman decried the deplorable state of Sango-Iyana Ota road and Ojuore-Iyanayesi axis of the Trunk A road. He described the difficulty his constituents go through while plying the roads on a daily basis. According to the Legislator, aside from the fact that the road hinders free flow of traffic, it also contributes to the deteriorating health of the users.

While responding to the presentation by the Majority Leader and other Honourable members who also demanded Federal Government's attention to the roads in their constituency, Speaker Oluomo called on the management of Federal Road Maintenance Agency, FERMA, in Ogun State to prioritize all federal roads in Ogun State that are in deplorable conditions in their 2020 budget. 

The Speaker also charged the Hon Commissioner for Works in Ogun State to take stock of all roads that need urgent attention in the state and begin work on them, before commencement of full rain of the year. 

Encomiums as The Patriots Honours Asiwaju, Asipa, Ogbonnikan, Oke and Others

Accolades pervade the air at the Award Night of The Patriots-Imeko-Afon Local Government which was the climax of the maiden anniversary of the socio-cultural organization on Thursday 28th  of May, this year. 

At the event, the renowned historian and elder statesman Emeritus Professor Anthony Asiwaju was honoured alongside Hon. Albert Asipa, former Executive Chairman of the local government and President of Association of past local government Chairmen of Nigeria (ASELGON), Mr Femi Ogbonnikan, the Consultant to Governor Dapo Abiodun on Media and Chief Olusola Oke, the incumbent Transition Chairman of the Local government and the Aare Ona-Kakanfo of Afonland among other awardees.

According to the statement made available to newsmen and jointly signed  by the Chairman of the Planning Committee, Com. Gbolahan Ige and the Secretary, Com Moses Olabode Idowu reveals that the awardees were singled out for their tremendous contributions and commitment to the ideals of the organization and the betterment of humanity at large.

Worthy of note are other awardees comprising of Dr. Isaac Koleola, Tpl Paul Ayoola, Alh Fatai Akorede, Chief Semiu Usman (ACA), Mrs Victoria Oni and Mrs Agnes Ajani.The rest include Mr Sunday Bankole, Com.Olutunde Aninkan and Com Abel Adekunle Babatunde.

The statement further reveals that The Patriots remains absolutely committed to engender the much needed renaissance in the community. The reason the allegiance “Nothing shall ever discourage us” remains not only her motto but even the guiding principle.

The event which was hosted through virtual means has the presence of HRM Oba B.A.O Olanite (The Onimeko of Imekoland and the traditional authority of the local government) as the Royal Father of the day.

COVID-19: Church in Ota Provides Relief Materials To The Public

Christ The Hope of Glory Church, Ijoko

Apostle Moses, the Lead Pastor of Christ The Hope of Glory Church is championing a new order in Christianity. The Church is set to give out Stimulus Package to the public on Friday 8th May at the Church Premises at exactly 8pm.

At a time when some critics are criticizing the Church for not supporting their members during the lockdown occasioned by COVID-19, Christ The Hope of Glory Church has decided to put smile on the faces of not just it's members but also the public within their community.

It will be recalled that the Church gave out relief materials before the beginning of the lockdown in March 2020 to about 50 households. This time, according to Apostle Moses Ohuneniese, about 200 households will benefit from the gesture.

The Pastor said physical distancing will be ensured during the exercise. He also advised that anyone coming should wear a nose mask in compliance with Government's directive on prevention of the Corona Virus.

Apostle Moses described the gesture as a way of celebrating the 2 years anniversary of the Church.

May Day: Abiodun, Oke Regard Workers as Heroes

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has regarded Workers in the State as the true Heroes and Heroines of the moment. In his address to commemorate this year's Workers' Day, the Governor regretted that this year's May Day could not be celebrated in the usual manner due to the ravaging pandemic COVID-19.

He however assured workers of his government's commitment to their welfare while reeling out some of his implemented favourable policies for the State Workers. The Governor also highlighted some of the Government's plan for the workforce in the State.

Prince Dapo acknowledged the contribution of the frontline Health Workers who are working assiduously to combat the novel corona virus in the State. "In all these, we must also salute the courage and professionalism of our workers, especially our healthcare workers and other frontline officers, who have continued to put their lives on the line to protect the rest of us. On behalf of the good people of Ogun State, I appreciate all the various security agencies for their continued devotion, resilience and patriotism. You are already our heroes and heroines of this century. We will continue to support you and pray for more of your successes in the battlefield" - Governor Dapo Abiodun.

Chief Olusola Oke - Chairman Imeko-Afon Local Government

In the same vein, the Chairman of Imeko-Afon Local Government Transition Committee, Chief Olusola Oke also described the workers in his Local Government as Heroes of our time.

In his May Day address, Oke commended the workers for their zeal commitment and patriotism. "We celebrate the zeal, commitment and patriotic dedication of our workers to making Nigeria a better place and most importantly the role played by our Front line Health Workers in the fight against COVID-19. You are the real Heroes of our time. On behalf of the good people & government of Imeko-Afon, HAPPY WORKERS' DAY" Oke wrote.