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OGUN INAUGURATES COMMITTEES ON MAUSTECH, OGUNPOLY,TASCE

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          Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has expressed dismay at the inability of the Moshood Abiola University of Science and Technology (MAUSTECH) to take off, two years after it was established.

          Governor Abiodun, who stated this at his office in Abeokuta while inaugurating the panel on MAUSTECH and Ogun State Polytechnic (OGUNPOLY), also expressed worry over the uncertainty surrounding the survival of the old Polytechnic.

      “What is befuddling is that two years down the lane, even if one could pardon the inability  of the new University to take off, the uncertainty surrounding the survival of the old Polytechnic could not be ignored”, he said.

       The Governor described education as the pride industry of the State, saying, to achieve the mission of building the State together, it was expedient for his administration to give qualitative education to the youths.

        He said the Committee was set up to look into all issues surrounding the sustainability of both MAUSTECH and OGUNPOLY, adding that his administration would also beam it searchlight into other sub-sectors of education in the State.

    “While the Committee is to holistically review the status, viability and sustainability of these institutions, it is also expected to recommend operational modalities for these institutions, after interfacing with stakeholders in the education sector”, the Governor stated.

        The terms of reference of the Committee, according to the Governor are; identify issues and challenges related to the establishment and operations of the two institutions, determine the viability and sustainability of the institutions on a long time basis, identify any other issues related to the objectives of the assignment and make recommendations for consideration.

          Responding on behalf of other members, the Chairman of the Committee, Prof. Segun Awonusi, thanked the State Government for the confidence reposed in them, adding that they would key into the administration’s passion for the reform in the education sector.

          Other members of the Committee are; Alhaji Waheed Kadiri, Prof. Joseph Odemuyiwa, Dr. Abiodun Oluseye, Barr. Abeeb Wale Ajayi, Mr. H.O. Ayoade, while Dr. Waheed Olanloye will serve as the secretary.

          The Committee has eight weeks to submit its report 

           Meanwhile, Ogun State government says it was putting machinery in place to reverse the misfortune confronting its first College of Education, Tai Solarin College of Education, Omu-Ijebu.

          The State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun stated this when he inaugurated the panel on Tai Solarin College of Education at his office in Abeokuta, decried the current state of the College which was the pride of the State in the past, charging the Committee to identify the challenges confronting the institution and come up with implementable solutions to move the school forward.

          Responding, the Chairman of the Committee, Prof. Kamal Balogun, while thanking the Governor for the opportunity given them to serve the State, said with the Calibre of people in the Committee, they were ready to do a thorough job that would help in restoring the lost glory of the College.

          The Committee’s terms of reference are; assess the current status of the institution, with a view to ascertaining or otherwise of its objectives for the establishment, as well as the observance of the law that established it

           Identify challenges militating against the attainment of the objectives for the establishment of the institution, review the relationship between various organs and critical stakeholders of the institution and the quality of leadership being provided.

  Examine financial management of the institution and determine whether the funds from the various sources have been Prudently applied, determine actual staff on nominal roll, their existence, relevance qualifications and suggest way to reduce personnel cost, among others.

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Thou saith the lord, make AIG Fayoade Adegoke the new IG of police, prophet Ikuru tells Tinubu

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By Collins Nkwocha

 

 

The prophetic hall of fame, prophet Godwin Ikuru of Jehovah Eye Salvation Ministry is one of the leading prophets on the African continent, having witnessed the fulfilment of numerous stunning prophecies, prophet Ikuru is indeed God’s mouthpiece and oracle of the End time.

 

Prophet Ikuru who was on the mountain for seven days to seek the face of God has told the president of the federal republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu to make AIG Fayoade Adegoke the Inspector General of police to bring the needed transformation and reform in the police ” I love this country and I will continue to love this country, it’s because I love this country that God keep giving revelations concerning the nation,God said that I should tell the president to make AIG Fayoade Adegoke the new IG of police in Nigeria because God is interested in the affairs of the police in Nigeria,as a prophet of God, I’m mandated to bring hope and restoration to people, that’s exactly what I’m doing”

 

AIG Adegoke heads the Zone 2 Headquarters in Onikan, Lagos.He is one of the police officers that has distinguished himself and shown that he has what is required to make the Nigerian police effective and efficient.

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Welcome back to Lagos, prophet applauds Tinubu

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As the president of the federal republic of Nigeria, Ahmed Bola Tinubu arrives Lagos for Yuletide, the prophet of the nation,the prophetic hall of fame, prophet Godwin Ikuru of Jehovah Eye Salvation Ministry has expressed his utmost delight in seeing the president return to Lagos,a state he resided and ruled for 8 years before he became the president.

Prophet Ikuru reiterated that the president is navigating the nation through obstacles, impediments and would ultimately make Nigeria a dream nation ” I want to officially welcome Mr.president back to Lagos, he’s a man that i love so much because he has also given so much for this nation,God will continue to bless him as he navigates the nation through this difficult period”

He urged Nigerians to keep faith with the president because his reform programmes are genuine and would ultimately be to the boon of the country

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Foundation offers free medical care to over 300 widows, orphans

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In a society where the less privileged are often overlooked, the Mercy Ogbuehi Widows & Orphans Foundation has bridged the gap by reaching out to help.

Founded by Barrister Nnenna Uchegbu, the foundation was established in honour of her late mother, Lolo Mercy Ogbuehi.

The Late Lolo Mercy Ogbuehi was a woman who embodied generosity in its purest form.

“She was accommodating, charitable, and homely,” said the foundation’s secretary, Oladipupo Uchechukwu Stephen. “She welcomed children who were not her own and ensured no one left her small buka (local restaurant) hungry.”

Her buka, situated in a remote town somewhere in Abia State, Nigeria became more than a place for meals; it was a haven for the community. Mercy’s innate ability to care for others, especially the less privileged, became the cornerstone of her daughter’s vision. Barrister Nnenna sought to expand on her mother’s acts of kindness, creating a foundation dedicated to uplifting widows, orphans, and the less privileged.

One of the foundation’s unique goals is its emphasis on empowerment through education and skill acquisition.

As Oladipupo explained, “We don’t just equip people with what to eat; we teach them how to get what to eat. It’s the essence of the proverb: Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day. Teach him how to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime.”

Since its inception, the foundation has been running free skill acquisition programs, beginning with two classes in catering and industrial training in 2017. Today, the programs have expanded to include seven to eight fields, such as fashion design, shoemaking, hairdressing, computer literacy, and more.

Graduates of these programs are equipped not just with knowledge but with tools to jumpstart their careers. Participants in fashion design receive sewing machines, those with computer literacy are given brand-new laptops, and catering graduates are provided with essential equipment or startup funds.

“This December 19th marks our 15th graduation ceremony,” Oladipupo proudly noted. “We’ll empower widows with sewing machines and others with tools and funds to bring their skills to life.”

Over the past seven years, the foundation has grown into a hub of opportunity for many. Its focus on sustainability ensures that participants not only acquire skills but also build livelihoods that last.

The foundation also caters to the younger generation through its annual summer coaching programs. These sessions are open to orphans and children from the community, offering educational support that goes beyond the classroom. “This is not just for children within the foundation but for all children in the community,” Oladipupo emphasized.

Beyond education and skills training, the foundation recognizes the importance of healthcare for the less privileged. Friday Ogbuehi, the foundation’s director and brother to Barrister Nnenna, noted their impactful medical outreach programs.

“Our medical outreach aims to attend to about 350 beneficiaries, primarily widows and orphans,” Friday shared. These outreaches offer services like pulse, blood pressure, and blood sugar monitoring, as well as massages, dental care, and free medications. “We ensure that every participant leaves healthier and more informed about their well-being.”

What began as a small gesture of kindness in a local buka has grown into a robust foundation impacting lives in numerous ways. The foundation not only supports immediate needs but also builds a future for the underprivileged through empowerment and education.

“Through the foundation, we are honouring my mother’s legacy by creating a lasting impact,” said Friday.

The “Graduation/Christmas Party for the newly trained Widows and Orphans is scheduled for the 19th of December 2024.

The 2024 Children’s Christmas Party was held on Saturday 14th of December. The event began with a prayer session for the Children and later lots of fun as the DJ played music for the children to dance. The children also played games and received gift packs from the Foundation.

One of the high points of the December programs was the “Shop 4 Free” held on Tuesday 17th of December 2024. All the Widows, Orphans, and other less privileged members of the community were given access to shop without paying a dime. Available wear, shoes, sandals, fabrics, clothing, kitchen utensils, etc.

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