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Deploy Modern Techniques To Conserve Forest Reserves, HOS Charges Foresters

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Deploy Modern Techniques To Conserve Forest Reserves, HOS Charges Foresters

 

Adaptation to current dynamics of forestry practice by Foresters, such as modern ways of curbing insects and pests, invasion of forests, use of data analysis and artificial intelligence to monitor forest ecosystems and generating assistance with migration of tree species, to build a climate resilient Forestry amongst others, will further promote conservation of Forest Reserves.

 

 

 

Deploy Modern Techniques To Conserve Forest Reserves, HOS Charges Foresters

Ogun State Head of Service (HoS), Mr. Kolawole Fagbohun, who stated this while declaring open a-day lecture, organised as part of activities to mark International Day of Forests 2024, with the theme, “Forests and Innovation: New Resolution For A Better World”, at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.

Mr. Fagbohun noted that deforestation, degradation, land usage conflict, lack of governance enforcement, climate change and invasion of forests by illegal dwellers were factors affecting effective growth of forest, calling for joint control by all and sundry.

The Head of Service, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Bureau of Service Matters, Mr. Dipo Ogunfowora, noted that the state had constantly tackle challenges by evacuating intruders from its nine Reserves, planting of more trees to avoid deforestation and various partnerships with private entities to promote forest regeneration.

He added that conservation of trees was a collective responsibility of all, warning that illegal activities such as, burning of trees, farm cultivation on Forest Reserves, felling of trees, chemical pollution and depletion of ozone layers, among others, would have adverse effect on the society.

Mr. Fagbohun underscored the need to preserve forests through awareness campaigns on the significance of forests and developing more effective ways to checkmate intruders, among others, calling on residents of the state to report all illegal activities to government.

Speaking, the state Commissioner for Forestry, Engr. Taiwo Oludotun, disclosed that a platform for online payment for logging operation had been set up by the Ministry to block revenue leakages arising from logging operations.

Engr. Oludotun, represented by his Permanent Secretary, Mr. Timothy Olatunji also lauded the state Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun for his support in achieving the set target of planting over one million tree seedlings on 848.33 hectares in Forest Reserves across the state last year.

He informed that the Ministry also planted 4,080 trees at Ogun Agro- Cargo Airport at Iperu in Ikenne Local Government Area, to improve the aesthetics of the place, just as a 4000 hectares of wild-life sanctuary was acquired at Itasin in Ogun East Senatorial District, while motorcycles, tractors, patrol vehicles were procured to improve monitoring activities.

Earlier, the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Timothy Olatunji, who spoke through the Director of Planning, Research and Statistics in the Ministry, Mr. Kayode Onanuga, enjoined the public to imbibe the culture and practice of afforestation through aggressive tree planting and desist from deforestation.

In their good will messages, Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Hon. Sesan Fagbayi, his counterpart in the Ministry of Agriculture, Hon. Bolu Owotomo; Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Hon. Damilola Otubanjo; Chairman, House of Assembly Committee Chairman on Agriculture and Forestry, Hon. Folu Salami and others, affirmed that forest maintenance and protection were pivotal to the sustainability of human lives and the environment.

High point of the event was the symbolic planting of trees by representative of the state HoS, top government functionaries, Permanent Secretaries, Directors in the Ministry and some invited guests.

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OTUNBA WASIU JAIYEOLA BAGS TASUED’S DOCTORATE DEGREE

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OTUNBA WASIU JAIYEOLA BAGS TASUED’S DOCTORATE DEGREE

 

In recognition of his impactful contributions to clothing and textile industry in Ogun state in particular and Nigeria in general, the Governing Council of Tai Solarin University of Education, ijagun is set to honour the Founder of Wessy Creations, Otunba Jaiyeola Wasiu, with the Doctor of Science, D.sc Ed (Honoris causa) in Textile and Clothing.

The letter of conferment of the award dated September 30, 2024 with reference number TASUED/REG.122/VOL.1/006 and signed by the Vice-Chancellor of the institution, Prof. Oluwole Banjo, indicated that: “The Award is in recognition of your passion for education, and numerous contributions to the advancement of human race in general.”

The letter reads further: “The University takes special recognition of your numerous professional achievements and community services, including your exemplary leadership roles in our Nation as an elder statesman whose modest achievements and accomplishments represent the idea of integrity and selflessness, which our University stand for.
“The University joins well-meaning Nigerians in celebrating your humble, worthy, and outstanding legacies in the service of humanity.
“We also congratulate you and your family on your many notable achievements in life”.

The conferment ceremony is slated for Thursday, 28th November, 2024 at the School Auditorium in Ijagun, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State.

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Family Pleads With FG to save brother in South African prison

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Family Pleads With FG to save brother in South African prison

 

The family of a Nigerian businessman, Olatunji Abdul, imprisoned in South Africa, has called on the Nigerian government and the Chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, to intervene and save his life urgently.

The family, at a press conference on Thursday at Ikeja, alleged that Olatunji, a businessman and humanitarian, who has been held in a South African prison since 2019, is a victim of false charges allegedly orchestrated by state agents and xenophobic business rivals and that he is facing imminent danger.

PUNCH Metro gathered that through a petition submitted by the founder of Zarephath Aid, Ben Abraham, an international criminal justice organisation, the family narrated the ordeal of the Osun State-born entrepreneur.

 

Abdul, who relocated to South Africa in 2009, established himself as a prominent figure in the hospitality and tourism sectors.

According to the family, as the founder and CEO of Hydro Club, a leading hospitality consultancy in Johannesburg, he provided employment opportunities for Nigerians and supported businesses, students, and tourists in the diaspora.

However, his family believes his success made him a target for xenophobic competitors and corrupt officials.

 

Olatunji’s brother, Sesan, revealed that in 2019, these forces allegedly initiated a scheme, called “#DestroyAbdul,” aimed at destroying his reputation and business ventures.

Sesan claimed that this led to his wrongful arrest, denial of bail, and coercion into providing false confessions.

“In 2020, Olatunji was convicted on charges of theft and sentenced to 15 years in prison, a sentence his supporters insist was based on fabricated evidence.’

“Despite being granted leave to appeal his sentence in November 2024, Abdul is said to be facing further challenges as his efforts to secure legal representation for his appeal have been thwarted.

 

“Several lawyers have reportedly withdrawn from his case due to threats and intimidation, leaving him to represent himself in court,” he said.

His family further stated that his situation is worsening, with fears of poisoning in prison and the confiscation of his laptop, which he needed for legal preparation.

The family, along with Zarephath Aid, appealed to the FG to act swiftly to prevent Olatunji’s death.

 

“If nothing is done, we risk losing a man who has brought pride to Nigeria and significantly contributed to the Nigerian diaspora.”

The petition reads. “Abdul is not a criminal; he is a victim of a malicious plot to destroy him.”

Olatunji’s physical and emotional health has reportedly deteriorated.

His family added that without intervention, his life remains in grave danger.

“This is not just about Abdul,” said Ben Abraham of Zarephath Aid. “It is about protecting Nigerians abroad who face unjust persecution despite their positive contributions.

 

“Abdul is an example of what Nigerians can achieve, and he deserves the protection of his country,” he said.

“Abdul is not just a businessman; he is a father, a son, and a role model for Nigerians in the diaspora. Nigeria must act now to bring him home,” the family stated.

 

 

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How Visiting US-based Nigerian bought nine drugs before death

 

The Ogun State Police Command on Thursday said it found nine different drugs and medications in the hotel room of the visiting US-based 51-year-old Sunday Abidoye whose lifeless body was discovered at the Creestar Hotel room, GRA, Sagamu, on Wednesday.

The command’s spokesperson, SP Omolola Odutola, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday to confirm Abidoye’s death.

Odutola explained that the Chief Security Officer of the hotel, one Mr Oluwole, reported the incident regarding the discovery of the deceased customer to the police, five days after his arrival from the United States of America.

She said on receiving the report, a team of detectives visited the scene and on arrival, found the body of the deceased already placed inside a car outside the hotel, being prepared to be taken to the morgue by his family.

 

Odutola said that the deceased’s brother, Jimoh Godday, residing in Imota, Lagos State, informed the police team that his brother had arrived in Nigeria from the USA on Saturday, November 16, 2024.

 

She explained further that Godday said he had called at the hotel on Monday and knocked on Room 109, where his brother was staying, but got no response after which he requested a spare key from the manager to enter the room, where they discovered his brother’s lifeless body.

Odutola said, “Photos were taken, and various drugs and traditional medicines were recovered from the room.

 

“The centre of the bed was soaked with a liquid-like substance. A friend of the deceased, Ogunmonti Ogunwole, confirmed that he accompanied his friend, Sunday, to purchase nine different types of medication the previous day due to his complaints of illness.

“The body has since been evacuated to OOUTH morgue in Sagamu for an autopsy.

“No known cause of death yet, and the case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for discreet investigation.”

 

 

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