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Ekiti to recruit more Doctors, Health workers

*As Oyebanji begins statewide inspection of road, Hospital projects
Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has disclosed plans by his administration to recruit more medical doctors and health workers for all general hospitals and basic health centres across the state with improved welfare package as a way of curbing shortage of medical personnel in government hospitals.
The Governor also said his administration has made quality healthcare accessible, available, and affordable for the people of the state in a bid to ensure the wellbeing of the citizens, even as he disclosed that the government is also renovating one primary health centre in each of the 177 wards in the state.
Governor Oyebanji, who stated this on Monday while inspecting road projects and comprehensive renovation of nine general hospitals in the state, said his government is collaborating with members of Ekiti Caucus of the National Assembly for the massive recruitment of doctors and other health workers for the state’s hospitals.
The Governor said the National Assembly members, under the arrangement, will bear the cost of salaries and allowances of the newly recruited doctors and health workers for one year.
He assured that the recruitment of doctors and health workers will commence soon, adding that all the general hospitals in the state would have full compliment of medical professionals before the end of the year.
This, he said, will help stem the tide of shortage of medical personnel particularly doctors and nurses in health facilities in the State, and ensure effective utilization of the modern equipment and facilities being put in place by the government.
The Governor urged residents of three state to make use of the newly renovated hospitals in order to justify Government’s huge investment in the health sector.
Reiterating the commitment of his administration to the provision of quality and accessible healthcare services for Ekiti people, Governor Oyebanji said he is happy that the people of the state are now enjoying dividends of democracy as a reward for the trust reposed in him through their votes.
He noted that the transformation in the healthcare sector is part of his administration’s commitment to improving the quality of life of Ekiti residents, stressing that the ongoing renovation and equipment of nine General Hospitals and furnishing them with modern medical equipment are aimed at enhancing delivery of quality healthcare services in the state.
He added that his government will not only renovate the nine secondary health facilities but would also equip them with state-of-the-art facilities to meet global standard.
The Governor maintained that the transformation of the health facilities is one of the gains of continuity in government as his predecessor, Dr Kayode Fayemi had renovated 11 General Hospitals before leaving office in 2022.
He expressed joy that the people of the state are now enjoying more dividends of democracy as the reward for the trust reposed in him through their votes.
The Governor who also inspected some road projects being constructed through the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing (RAAMP), expressed satisfaction on the quality of work done.
He explained that over 1000 kilometers rural access road is being constructed across the state, through the RAAMP.
“We signed a contract with Ekiti people the day they came out to vote for us and there are certain expectations from the government. So what we are seeing today is a result of two years of hard work, planning, and two years of weightlifting. As a state, we are punching above our weight and it all speaks to the gains of continuity. we have 22 General hospitals in the state.
“Governor Fayemi renovated 11 before he left and we are currently doing nine and we are not only renovating them, we are equipping simultaneously and out of that nine, four are already completed”.
In his remarks, the Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Dr. Oyebanji Filani, commended the Governor for his commitment to the health sector. He noted that the Governor’s dedication to making healthcare accessible, affordable, and available has brought about significant improvements in the state’s healthcare delivery.
The Commissioner further urged the people to take full advantage of the improved healthcare service by visiting the renovated hospitals for their medical needs.
He emphasized that Government’s investment is geared toward improving the quality of life for all residents.
In their separate remarks, the traditional rulers of the benefiting communities, the Alare of Are Ekiti, Oba Boluwade Adebiyi, Oloye of Oye Ekiti, Oba Oluwole Ademolaju, Apeju of Ilupeju Ekiti, Oba Sunday Awe, Oniye of Iye Ekiti, Oba Jonathan Oni, and Onifaki of Ifaki Ekiti, Oba John Adegbenro all expressed their appreciation to the Governor for the visible improvement in all the critical sectors of the state
Commending the Governor for prioritizing the welfare of the people through several initiatives, the traditional rulers described the transformation and massive development in the state as unprecedented.
Part of the project inspected include, Are-Oye road, Ilupeju – Igbo Egan – Ayede road, Iye – Olopomeji – Ikun road, Iye, Ifaki, and Itapa – Ilupeju General Hospital, Ijesa – Isu General Hospital and Ijan General Hospital, among others.
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Kwara govt revokes signage, billboard licenses

The Kwara State Government has announced the immediate revocation of all signage and billboard licences issued in 2024 with enforcement actions set to begin next week.
The government also warned that identification and removal of unauthorised billboards would commence shortly.
The announcement was made in a statement released on Sunday by the Chairman of the Kwara State Task Force Committee on Illegal Billboards and Signages, Bolanle Olukoju.
Olukoju, who is also Commissioner for Communications, explained that the revocation was in line with a previous notification suspending all billboard licences in the state.
He said the move aimed to facilitate the removal of unauthorised and improperly erected billboards, posters, and light pole banners throughout Ilorin and other urban centers.
“This initiative aligns with the Urban Renewal Programme of the Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq-led administration, which seeks to transform Kwara into a modern and visually appealing state,” he said.
The government also confirmed that no new registrations or renewals of signage and billboard licences would be processed until further notice.
The temporary measure, the statement added, will allow the state to finalise a new regulatory framework for outdoor advertising.
The statement further emphasised that identification of non-compliant billboards is already underway, and owners of unregistered billboards are urged to remove them immediately.
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FG outlines requirements for civil servants wishing to change their name, next of kin

The Federal Government has unveiled requirements for civil servants seeking to migrate their salaries, change their names and their next-of-kin among others.
This was revealed in a memo by the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation dated March 12,2025 and addressed to all Federal Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies.
The memo said the government had observed that civil servants effecting the changes on their names and next-of-kins do not submit the necessary documents needed to effect such changes, hence the need for the memo.
“Further to the Circular Ref. HCSF/PS/CMO/IPPIS/I/VOL.I/508 dated 1st November, 2022 on the above subject, the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation has observed that some Ministries, Departments and Agencies do not attach the required documents which would facilitate granting approvals for migration of saiary, change/correction of names, gender and next-of-kin within the shortest possible time.
“MDAs should therefore, note and be guided by the following Standard Operating Procedures for requests on changes/corrections on HR records of employees on the IPPIS Platform:
With the implementation of the Human Resource component of the IPPIS in the Federal Public Service, it has become necessary to take note and be guided by the above requirements.
“Kindly note that requests that are forwarded to the Office of the Head of the Civil service of the Federation without specific documents will not be processed for approval. Please bring the content of this Circular to all concerned for strict compliance,” the memo read.
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Atiku supports Lagos corps member facing threats due to viral video

Ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed support for a Lagos-based National Youth Service Corps member, Ushie Uguamaye, also known as Raye, who claimed to have received threats after her viral video criticising President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
In a statement shared on X on Sunday, Atiku praised Raye’s courage, describing her as a symbol of a new generation of politically engaged women committed to advocacy and democratic participation.
“Raye embodies the spirit of a new generation of women who champion the ideals of popular participation and unwavering advocacy in the political sphere.
“I deeply admire her boldness and wisdom—her fearless resolve to speak truth to power, undeterred by the weight of opposition,” Atiku wrote.
The former presidential candidate likened Raye to historic female activists such as Gambo Sawaba, Funmilayo Ransom-Kuti, and Margaret Ekpo, who played pivotal roles in Nigeria’s political landscape.
Atiku called for support rather than hostility towards Raye.
“Rather than being met with hostility, Raye deserves encouragement and support. She is a shining emblem of the Nigerian youth—a testament to the long-held promise that the leaders of tomorrow are already among us, ready to shape a better future,” Atiku said.
Raye, a corps member serving in Lagos, recently made headlines after a video she posted criticising government policies went viral.
She later claimed to have faced threats, reportedly from NYSC officials, pressuring her to take down the video.
In the video posted on her TikTok account #talktoraye on Saturday, Raye voiced frustration over Nigeria’s deteriorating economic situation, lamenting that hard work no longer guarantees financial stability.
She criticised Tinubu’s leadership, calling him a “terrible leader,” and questioned the government’s commitment to easing citizens’ hardships.
Authorities have yet to comment on her allegations.
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