OGSG, AFDB MOVE TO TRANSFORM AGRICULTURAL LANDSCAPE
In a move to transform the agricultural landscape of Ogun State, a team from the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone (SAPZ), led by the Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Hon. Bolu Owotomo, embarked on-the-spot assessment to facilities in Ijebu Development Zone.
The visit marked a significant milestone in the partnership between Ogun State and SAPZ, paving way for the take-off of the programme, aimed at developing Agricultural Transformation Centres (ATCs) in Ijebu Development Zone.
Speaking during the visit to the on-going construction of the Custom Training College at Gateway Agro-Cargo International Airport, Iperu-Remo, Hon. Owotomo said the visit was necessitated by the recent signing of a subsidiary loan agreement with the bank, geared towards developing ATC, informing that the SAPZ was funded by the African Development Bank (AFDB) and International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), just as the agro processing zone was being developed by Arise Integrated Industrial Platforms (Arise IIP).
He explained that the ATC was meant to feed the SAPZ which would be the off-taker and direct beneficiary of the produce on 1000-hectare land that had been dedicated for the agricultural transformation process, thereby ensuring that farmers have a steady off-taker for their produce and expand their production.
The commissioner added that the state government has done a lot aggregating the farmers and putting them in clusters in readiness for the agro industrial hub, disclosing that Arise IIP was investing 400 million dollars to develop the processing zone, while the Nigeria Custom Service was investing over N74 billion on its project within the zone.
On her part, the team leader and financial controller, SAPZ, Temitope Olayiwola, said the team was in the state to fast-track implementation of the programme, expressing satisfaction at the level of preparedness, passion and zeal of the state.
Contributing, Head of Administration, SAPZ, Mr. Abayomi Aina, explained that the programme aims to build mega cities in rural communities by transforming the rural areas into a mega city to attract youth to agriculture and reduce import bills.
He commended the state government for its commitment, especially in terms of farmers’ registration and profiling, despite joining the programme late, noting the state would gain a lot, as the programme would be a game changer in the history the state and by extension, the country’s agricultural system.
Gbenga Moronfolu,
Press Officer, Ministry of Agric. & Food Security
OGSG CREATES FRONT DESK OFFICE TO ENHANCE SECURITY
To further enhance the security of the lives and property of its workforce, Ogun State government has created a Front Desk Office at Block A in the state Secretariat at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta
Permanent Secretary, Bureau of Public Service Reforms, Mr. Jola Oyeneye, while fielding questions from journalists, at the Front Desk Office, said the initiative was borne out of the present administration’s quest to improve worker's security and safeguard government property within the Secretariat.
Mr. Oyeneye pointed out that the initiative would put an end to unauthorised activities, increase gatekeeping control access to the secretariat, as well as end hawking and loitering along the corridors of the Block.
Remarking, Permanent Secretary, Teaching Service Commission, Mrs. Melutia Ogunremi, appreciated the state Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, for the laudable move, adding that it would enhance quality service delivery.
Mrs. Funmilayo Salako, a staff of the Ministry of Health, commended the government for creating the Desk, noting that it would secure the lives and property of Civil Servants.
Abimbola Osayemi & Damilola Osilesi,
OGIS
COMMISSIONER HARPS ON CAPACITY BUILDING FOR HEALTH WORKERS
The need for capacity building of health workers in delivering effective health care services has been emphasised.
Ogun State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Tomi Coker, made this known in Abeokuta, during a two-day step-down, tailored-made training for staffers of Ogun State Agency for the Control of AIDS (OGSACA), Ministry of Health Information and Communication Technology Department and State AIDS/STI Control Programme (SASCP), saying adaptive governance would strengthen health sector.
Dr. Coker, represented by the Technical Adviser on Health, Dr. Olumuyiwa Odugbesan, added that the training would equip managers at various levels with necessary skills to make them more productive, noting that mentorship was important to professional life, in order to have good guidance in the discharge of duties.
Contributing, Executive Director, OGSACA, Dr. Kehinde Fatungase, appreciated the state Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, for the opportunity to enhance skills of managers in the health sector, urging participants to efficiently utilise the knowledge for the upliftment of their respective agencies.
Delivering a paper on, “Improving Work Climate", Head of Pharmaceutical Department, Ogun State Hospital, Ijaye, Abeokuta, Dr. (Mrs.) Olufunke Odugbesan, said a conducive working environment would enhance productivity, demonstrate the application of Strength, Weakness, Opportunities and Threat (SWOT) analysis and root analysis to improve work climate.
She added that the training would have a positive impact on the state’s health system, leading to effective leadership and better healthcare outcomes.
One of the participants, Clinical Head, OGSACA, Dr. Omofadeke Idowu, expressed gratitude to the state government for the invaluable professional development, promising to apply the knowledge gained to enhance her job and contribute to the improvement of the health sector in the state.
Olawoye Olatundun,
Press Officer, OGSACA
FRSC APPLAUDS OGUN FOR PROMOTING SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT
SYSTEM
The Federal Road Safety Commission, (FRSC) has commended Ogun State government for the relentless efforts in promoting sustainable Transportation through provision of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses and electric motorcycles for the safety and convenience of all residents of the state.
Commissioner for Transportation, Engr. Olugbenga Dairo, while welcoming the Ogun State Sector Commandant, FRSC, CC Akinwunmi Fasakin, to his office at Oke-Mosan Abeokuta, congratulated him on his new appointment as the Commandant, Ogun State Sector, briefing him on the objectives of the Ministry and commitment to the state’s economic growth through a safe and efficient transportation system.
Engr. Dairo while disclosing the Master Plan of Ogun State Transport system said the FRSC was a major partner in the transportation sector, urging the Sector Commandant to initiate more effective traffic management.
He charged both FRSC and Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps (TRACE) to ensure that enforcement exercise was jointly planned and executed to enhance productivity.
Responding, CC Fasakin expressed readiness to collaborate with the agency to ensure safety along traffic corridors of the state.
Bukola Abdusalam,
Press Officer, Ministry of Transportation
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