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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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Anambra govt prohibits students from using phone in school

The Anambra State Government has placed a ban on the use of mobile phones by students in secondary schools across the state.
Chairman of Post Primary Schools Service Commission in the state, Prof Nkechi Ikediugwu, made the announcement at the Anambra Schools’ Cultural Day celebration on Friday in Awka.
Ikediugwu, according to a report by the News Agency of Nigeria, directed principals and teachers of secondary schools in the state to confiscate mobile phones brought to school by students.
She said the decision was aimed at curbing distractions and enhance academic performance.
Ikediugwu stated that there was the need to maintain discipline and focus in learning environments, noting that the increasing use of mobile phones by students during school hours had become a serious distraction to their studies.
“I am authorising principals and teachers to seize phones from students who come to school with them so that we can ensure that students concentrate on their academic work without the interference of phones.
“Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s administration is making significant investments in education to promote academic excellence and instill discipline among students,” she said.
She emphasised the beauty and uniqueness of Igbo traditions, describing them as valuable identity that should be cherished.
“Igbo culture extends beyond clothing and dancing, as the Igbos are also known for their honesty, truthfulness, hard work, respect for elders, and many other admirable qualities.
“It is important to continuously educate our students on the values and norms of Ndigbo, to preserve the rich heritage of the Igbo people,” she said.
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EU pledges €820m to support Nigeria’s digital transformation initiatives

The European Union has reaffirmed its dedication to supporting Nigeria’s digital economy with an €820 million investment aimed at fostering innovation, developing digital infrastructure, and creating employment opportunities for young people.
At the Omniverse Summit in Lagos on Friday, the EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot, stressed the importance of digitalisation in driving economic growth.
He noted that the EU’s Global Gateway Strategy is focused on empowering Nigeria’s digital ecosystem through regulatory support, skills development, and strategic partnerships.
“The EU is keeping its commitment with the over €800 million digital package announced for Nigeria. We believe that the challenges facing humanity require collective action, and Nigeria, Africa, and Europe’s destinies are closely interlinked,” Mignot stated.
With this investment, the EU aims to strengthen Nigeria’s digital sector by enhancing governance infrastructure, supporting startups, and enabling young entrepreneurs to access new opportunities in the global digital economy.
The summit is organised in collaboration with various partners, including the European Union, GIZ’s Sustainable Economic Development Cluster (SEED) and Digital Transformation Centre Nigeria, the Centre for Black and African Arts and Civilization (CBAAC), the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), and the Federal Ministry for Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, among others.
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Court dismisses criminal charges against Lizzy Anjorin

Nollywood actress and businesswoman, Elizabeth Anjorin, better known as Lizzy Anjorin, has been discharged of all allegations in a case involving her and Saheed Mosadoluwa, aka Ibile, Harmony Gardens and Estate Development Limited in Ilorin, Kwara State.
The case filed as a direct criminal complaint was heard at the Upper Area Court I, Ilorin, Kwara State capital.
During the proceedings, the Attorney General stepped in, took over the case, and applied for its termination.
Presiding over the matter, Hon. Yunus Kayode ruled in favour of the Attorney General’s request, leading to the dismissal of the case.
The court’s ruling, issued on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, read, “Upon a direct criminal complaint made by Muazu Baba Yusuf, Esq., dated February 26, 2025, and after listening to A. M. Abdulraheem, Esq., for the complainant and Prof. O. Y. Abdulhamid, Esq., with I. M. Adedo, Esq., Taofeeq Olateju, Esq., and Abdullahi, Esq., for the defendant.
“Having listened to the submission from the complainant counsel and that of the defendant and particularly the application of the Attorney General to take up this case and pray for termination of the case, on this premise, the direct complaint dated February 24, 2025, and the cross-complaint dated March 11, 2025, are hereby terminated and the defendants are hereby discharged.”
The judgment was given at Ilorin under the seal of the court and the hand of the judge on Wednesday, March 12, 2025.
Reacting to the ruling in an interview on Friday, Lizzy Anjorin, who is the Chief Executive Officer, Califonia Paradise City, Ibeju Lekki, Lagos State, described the case as a cross-sue, adding that she and the complainant became defendants in the case before the ruling cleared her of all the criminal allegations.
She said, “The case bordered on a land dispute and it all happened in Lagos. But the complainant went ahead to file a criminal suit against me in Ilorin, Kwara State, to lock my enemy away in prison, and when I got there, I presented my evidence, cross-sued and both of us became defendants.
“I was summoned on Friday based on his case and I showed up, but we counter-sued him and on Tuesday, they sent his summon but he didn’t show up and when they wanted to continue with the case we filed against him, I withdrew it and left him for God.
“I am thankful to my fans, and most especially my lawyers for doing a good job. I also appreciate the judicial system in Ilorin. I appreciate the fact that they did a thorough investigation and also accepted my complaints and the evidence presented.
“The Kwara State Government, through its judiciary system, did not use their office and state to punish innocent people like me and for that, I am grateful. With all that people have been saying, my case proves that Ilorin is not how people paint it when it comes to their judiciary system.”
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