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Wednesday, 8 November 2017
Vibrant health and education not negotiable in Lagos -Ambode
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode,Tuesday, said his administration will stop at nothing to provide the very best of education for every child at all levels in the state in line with its all inclusive policy. Ambode also stressed that one of the core policy objectives of his government in the health sector is to build a vibrant healthcare system through the revitalization
of all PHCs in the state as he commissioned nine newly renovated Primary Health Care Centers (PHCs).
During the commissioning of several blocks of classrooms and school infrastructures
across the state and the PHCs, Ambode said his resolve to ensure qualitative education
for children prompted the investment of resources towards the provision and upgrading of infrastructure, particularly at the primary school level.
“More importantly, the basic education level is a crucial stage
because it is the foundation upon which all other levels are built. It
is our desire therefore to ensure that this level of education is
strengthened to enhance the future prospects of our children and their
ability to cope with the challenges of higher levels of education,”
he said.
Represented at the commissioning of newly constructed block of 13
classrooms with other educational facilities at Community Primary
School, Oke Ishagun in Alimosho by the Deputy Governor, Dr. Mrs
Oluranti Adebule, the Governor said his administration will not
deviate from its vision to develop a robust public education system
that can compare with the best in the world, just as he restated his
administration’s commitment to ensuring that the ongoing
rehabilitation and construction of classrooms is extended to all
public schools in the State irrespective of the area and location.
The Governor thanked teachers in Lagos for their role in moulding the
lives of children, assuring that their dedication to their growth and
development will continue to be rewarded by his administration with
improved welfare and working conditions.
“To our pupils, the future belongs to you if you listen to your
teachers and your parents. You can achieve anything you put your mind
to but you must work hard and pay attention. Read your books and focus
on achieving your dreams and develop yourself daily,” he said.
Besides, Governor Ambode also charged people of the community as well
as community leaders to guard the facilities jealously, adding that
they must be properly maintained so that they can serve for a long
time.
Newly commissioned were the rehabilitated Block of 32 Classrooms with
Office and Toilets, School Hall, Fence, Gate House and Food Shop at Christ
Church Cathedral Primary School, Broad Street; Block of 13 Classrooms with
Toilets, Offices and Fire Alarm at Community Primary School, Abule Eko,
Ijede,Lagos; Block of 13 Classrooms with Toilets, Offices and Fire Alarm at
Community Primary School, Ado Ikosi, Epe, Lagos and Six Classrooms
with Toilets, Offices and Fire Alarm at Odu Abore Primary School,
Mushin, Lagos.
At the commissioning of the newly renovated Pakpa-Uku Primary Health
Care Centre, Agege, he said that primary healthcare is the bedrock of
healthcare service delivery system worldwide as they are the closest
to the people.
Represented at the event by the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Jide
Idris, the governor said that the renovation and equipping of the
Pakpa-Uku PHC is in line with tate government’s desire to bring
quality health care services close to where people live and work.
Ambode, noting that the facility should be the first point of contact for all households within
the community, added that with the renovation of the PHC, the people of the
community are assured of quality health care service delivery stressing that the PHC is
equipped with medical facilities and personnel to attend to their health needs.
“Health conditions that are not within the capacity of this primary
health care facility will be referred to the appropriate General
Hospital for further examination and treatment”, the Governor stated.
The governor, through his representatives, also commissioned eight
other newly renovated PHCs, including Sura Primary Healthcare Centre
at Lagos Island East; Maidan Primary Healthcare Centre at
Ikosi-Isheri; Orisunbare Primary Healthcare Centre at Alimosho;
Agarawu Primary Healthcare Centre at Lagos Island; Oba Salami Primary
Healthcare Centre at Yaba; Oshodi Primary Healthcare Centre;
Onigbongbo Primary Healthcare Centre at Onigbongbo and the Ojodu
Primary Healthcare Centre at Ojodu.
While commissioning a modern Fibre Glass Boatcdonated to riverine Communities in
Epe, Ambode assured existing and potential investors in water transportation of the
commitment of his administration to develop the sector to international standards
through construction of modern jetties and terminals as well as channelization of waterways.
Ambode, who was represented by the Commissioner for Women
Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Hon. Lola Akande, said his
administration was also making efforts to strengthen the regulatory
framework for the effective monitoring of operators with an overriding
objective of guaranteeing safety of lives on Lagos water ways.
He said that the boat was manufactured from durable Fibre Glass which
makes it lighter and faster on the waterways compared to the
conventional wooden boats, adding that it is also equipped with safety
items, including standard safety vests to ensure that passengers are
secured in the events of any mishap.
On the strategic benefits of the boat, the Governor expressed
confidence that the Fibre Boats would give a boost to social and
economic activities of the fishermen and fish processors in outlying
island near Epe, by providing a fast means of moving their stock to
the mainland while school children in the hinterland will be availed
the opportunity of safe transportation to and from schools on the
mainland.
Tuesday, 7 November 2017
Monday, 6 November 2017
Sunday, 5 November 2017
Report: Hannatu -Trauma of the girl-child
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| Hannatu ...studying |
The couple had lived all their lives in Kaduna and wanted their daughter and only child to get good education.
As a teacher, Bewarang believed that education is the only legency that guarantees a bright future.
Due to the challenges that comes with life when it is least expected and inability to cope with the financial demands, the family had no other choice but to send Hannatu to another couple whom they trusted and believe, will assist in educating their only daughter.
Through that, they believed that their dream of educating Hannatu will be realized, at least, this is all they wanted -a future better than theirs.
To the couple, another person playing their responsibility was very painful. But they had no other choice than to make the sacrifice. And the sacrifice include that of parting with their only child for the periods she would be in school.
According to the father, "We would also be living without her smiles in the morning." The mother added: "And no one to call us Mama and Papa. We are now just like a barren couple, but we have to bear it all."
At age 14, Hannatu had to leave home to stay with her foster parents at a period most of her peers still enjoy the love of their biological parents. And the distance was not close-by; she left Kaduna State to school in Lagos.
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| Hannatu ...In a group study |
The reality is that young Hannatu was being subjected to live a life of constant abuse, pain and torture all in a bid to get educated.
On a consistent basis, cases like Hannatu's bring tears to the eyes according to
Desmond Shepherd of Truerise Media, a non-governmental organization that produced the movie showcasing Hannatu's happenstance.
He noted that this is the reason that campaign for girl-child education remains on the increase. In fact, some of the trials and challenges that come with it are captured in the movie, Hannatu, initiated to showcase the plight, dangers and challenges some parents go through in an attempt to train their children, especially the girl child.
And what becomes of Hannatu? Did she make it? Was her parents efforts worth the sacrifice? These and many more are the suspend soaked in the tension-filled movie coupled with intrigues that keeps the viewer glued till the very end.
Report: Hannatu -Trauma of the girl-child
Friday, 3 November 2017
Asiwaju speaks on late son, thanks Nigerians
ASIWAJU BOLA
AHMED TINUBU, Friday, spoke on the demise of his son, Kazeem Olajide Babajide,
37, as he appreciates all Nigerians for standing with his family,
In a statement
signed by the people’s leader, Asiwaju said about Kazeem Olajide Babajide
Tinubu, who was born October 12th 1980: “We want to express our thanks and deep
appreciation to all who have demonstrated their sympathy and expressed their
condolences over the loss of our eldest son, Jide.
“I want to
especially thank President Muhammadu Buhari, VP Yemi Osinbajo, the state Governors,
distinguished Senators particularly, Senate President Bukola Saraki, members of
the House of Representatives, APC leaders and members and indeed all Nigerians.
I thank the traditional rulers for their display of support.
“My son was
a highly intelligent person with a vibrant personality and a zest for life. He
followed his own course and made his own way on his own terms. Those who knew
him could not help but like him. Yet, he was taken away by cardiac arrest when
it seemed he had so much life to still live.
“This is a
reminder that we must live each day to its best as none of us know when our
last day shall be. Mortality comes upon us all. We have no choice in that but
we do have a choice whether we shall be good or bad, just or unjust. Let us all
strive toward the best in ourselves.
“Jide lived
for so long in London and there he has left behind a darling wife and three
precious boys. My wife Remi and I have gone to London to be with them at this
painful time to support and help them. Please excuse our absence from Lagos for
a while but it is essential that we are with them.
“Prayers are
being offered and will continue to be offered for the repose of his soul. I
have suffered a grave loss that no parent would like to bear. As a father, I
must spend time putting my arms around the family he has left behind.
“We must
seek a lesson in every loss. Your reaction to my son’s passing has taught me
that we can be a people of profound love and humanity when we want to be.
“People of
every tribe, region, faith and every political affiliation have expressed their
sympathy and extended to me the embrace of a brother or sister.
“Even those
who don’t agree with me politically have shown strong support and care
indistinguishable from that of my associates. This says so much about the
innate goodness in all of us. For no matter what, we are not foes or enemies.
We are all of one human stock, a single nation, one family.
“I wish I
could bring my son back but I cannot. However, what I can do is to be more
caring and helpful to the living as I know this is what Jide would want to
become of his passing.
“Let us all
take a lesson from this and think a bit more about our fellow man, our neighbour,
our fellow Nigeria. Let us live as we were meant to live with each other in
greater peace, compassion and love. If only this can happen, I know my son will
be happy.
“Again, as
we are away from Lagos, we thank you for the love you have shown and ask that
you not only show it to us but to each other. Please continue to pray for him
wherever you are.
“Thank you
and may God bless you all.”
Asiwaju speaks on late son
Thursday, 2 November 2017
Event: Laolu Gbenjo music group shines at musical festival
The breathtaking moment was the period the drummer started using his drum to render songs that are well known and the audience sang along with him, this was a moment that held the audience spell bond with his beat couple with the different swag and style, he exhibited as he dances around with his drum kit, the audience could hardly take their eyes off him. Joining the flow, was the agogo, gangan, sakara, omele, agidigbo accompanied by the keyboard which was simply amazing and breath taking, as It throbs the very root of the African culture, spreading warmth and happiness.
The group leader,is no other person than Laolu Gbenjo, a gifted musician,who has used gospel music in glorifying God , ministering and also edifying and as well, electrifying his audience; a rare gift that has made him a crowd-puller any day.
Laolu Gbenjo who has spent 10 years on stage,says ‘’the African gospel music has come come to stay, it is our style of music’’. The band does contemporary African Highlife gospel music and old CAC traditional music. This he said has made them thick “I think that alone has given us a brand that has kept us together in the last 10 years, that wherever the band plays, we bewitch and spread warmth and happiness amongst people’’. The group is one of the most talented and sought after when it comes to gospel music.
Contributed by Clementina Olomu
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