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Ondo Community Gets New Monarchs. As Government Approves Counterpart Funding For RAAMP . The Ondo State Government has approved a comprehensive flood mapping exercise across the state as part of its proactive measures to mitigate the impact of climate change and safeguard vulnerable communities from recurring flood disasters. Speaking to journalists shortly after the State Executive Council meeting on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, presided over by Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, the Commissioner for Environment, Dr. Tob Loko, said the initiative reflects the state’s commitment to adopting a preventive and data-driven approach to flood management. “We are not just identifying flood-prone zones; we are also investigating the underlying environmental and structural factors contributing to their vulnerability,” he stated. Dr. Loko added that while the government is working to stay ahead of potential disasters, provisions are also being made to support residents who may be affected by unexp...

Grace And Giver's Minds Foundation (GGM) Communiquè Of The Extraordinary Delegates Meeting Of July 21, 2025. Delegates met to debate GGM's contribution to the ongoing review of the 1999 constitution by the National Assembly. The meeting resolves as follows: 1. Some scenarios contained in the Fourth Alteration (No. 16) Act, 2017 prevent a Deputy Governor or Vice President, who completes the term of an elected Governor or President from being elected to the same office for more than a single term. This alters Sections 137 and 182 of the 1999 Constitution, which gives right of up to two terms to the person who occupies the office of President or Governor. We consider that: 1. These alterations unjustly put such persons who occupied the office of a Deputy Governor or Vice President at a disadvantage as they are automatically disqualified from the maximum two terms provided for in the constitution. 2. The alterations do not clearly distinguish between full and partial terms. This is...

Princess Aderonke Ibitoye Honored as Ondo State Female Achiever of the Year for Transformative Work in Healthcare. AKURE, ONDO STATE – July 28, 2025 –  Princess Aderonke Ibitoye, a distinguished and influential leader at the Ondo State Contributory Health Commission, has been awarded the prestigious title of Ondo State Female Achiever of the Year. The honor was conferred by City Mover Ventures in recognition of her outstanding contributions and transformative impact on the state's health sector. The award celebrates Princess Ibitoye's unwavering dedication and visionary leadership in advancing healthcare accessibility and quality for the people of Ondo State. Her tireless efforts have been instrumental in driving significant improvements within the Contributory Health Commission, establishing her as a beacon of excellence and a formidable role model for women and girls across the region. In a statement, representatives praised the achievement, noting, "This remarkable hono...

Weekend News Extract Quality And Affordable Healthcare: ODCHC Scales Up Efforts To Onboard Captains Of Industries, Business Owners.  The Ondo State Contributory Health Commission, ODCHC has intensified efforts to bring gladiators and captains of industries, their staffs, small and medium size business owners to affordable healthcare under the basic healthcare provision funds. While briefing The Truereporter on Friday, Prof Odimayo said the efforts underscores active sensitization of the citizens across the state, creating awareness through different mediums and strategically driving the people's minds to the importance of subscribing to the scheme as a means of making quality and affordable healthcare available to all. As a means of ensuring proximity, more health facilities are being on boarded to render treatment at no cost thereby checking the fear of out of pocket spending which is believed to have hitherto restricted many from seeking holistic healthcare when the need arises. ...

UNIMED Post-UTME 2025: Cut-off mark, eligibility & registration details. . 👉The University hereby invites all suitably qualified candidates for undergraduate admission in the 2025/2026 Academic Session into the following Faculties / Disciplines: Faculty of Clinical Sciences . 1. Medicine and Surgery . Faculty of Dental Sciences . 1. Dentistry 2. Dental Therapy 3. Dental Technology . Faculty of Pharmacy . 1. Doctor of Pharmacy . Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation . 1. Doctor of Physiotherapy 2. Prosthetics and Orthotics 3. Audiology 4. Occupational Therapy 5. Speech & Language Therapy*** . Faculty of Nursing Science . 1. Nursing Science . Faculty of Allied Health Sciences . 1. Medical Laboratory Science 2. Radiography and Radiation Science 3. Human Nutrition and Dietetics 4. Health Information Management 5. Complementary and Alternative Medicine 6. Health Care Administration & Hospital Management . Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences . 1. Pharmacology . Faculty of Basic Medic...

Olu-Oke of Oke-Igbo Chieftaincy Tussles: Appeal Court Admits Fresh Evidence, Declines Application For Injunction. A t  the resumed hearing of the appeal on the dispute over the Olu-Oke of Oke-Igbo chieftaincy in Ile-Oluji/Oke-Igbo Local Government of Ondo State at the Court of Appeal Akure Division on 14th July, lead Counsel to the Appellants, Olalekan Ojo SAN, sought leave to amend his notice of appeal, adduce new evidence of the registered declaration of the Chieftaincy, and injunction to restrain the Respondents from taking steps to appoint a new Oluoke and that all actions taken in that direction be vacated by the Court. Mrs Adeola Yusuf, counsel representing the Attorney General of the state who was appearing in the matter for the first time informed the court that she was not briefed on the processes some of which were only being served on her in the courtroom that day. On his part, lead Counsel to Are Kugbaigbe Ruling House, Chief Sola Ebiseni said since the Appeal was ad...

Breaking: NEW COMMISSIONERS AND THEIR PORTFOLIOS  Following their inauguration into the State Executive Council on Monday, the new Commissioners in Ondo State have been assigned the following portfolios by Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa.  1. Professor Igbekele Ajibefun, Education  2. Engr Ayorinde Abiola Olawoye, Infrastructure, Lands and Housing  3. Hon. Ayodele Akande, Water Resources and Public Sanitation  4. Engr Alabi Johnson, Energy and Mineral Resources  5. Alhaji Amidu Takuro, Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs  6. Otunba Adewale Akinlosotu, Regional Integration and Diaspora Relations 7. Mr. Idowu Ajanaku, Information and Orientation  8. Dr. Seun Abosede Osamaye, Women Affairs and Social Development  9. Dr. Tob Loko, Environment  10. Mr. Olaolu Akindolire, Budget and Economic Planning 11. Hon. Sunday Olajide, Physical Planning and Urban Development  12. Mr. Omoyofunmi Segun Henry, Youths and Sports Development...

  Transforming Healthcare in Ondo State: The Leadership Impact of Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa’s Government. The Ondo State health sector is undergoing a renaissance—driven by purposeful leadership, visionary policy direction, and a commitment to sustainable development. Under the stewardship of Prof. Michael Simodele Odimayo, the Special Adviser on Health to Governor Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, the sector is witnessing transformative reforms and bold interventions geared towards improved health outcomes for all residents. From structural upgrades to systemic innovations, Prof. Odimayo has delivered on a multidimensional strategy aimed at restoring confidence in the state’s healthcare system. Below are highlights of key achievements under his leadership: Strengthened Oversight and Facility Monitoring In a move to ensure accountability and optimal service delivery, the government reactivated routine supervision and monitoring exercises across health facilities. This revitalized proc...

NO AMOUNT OF MEAT SEEMS SAFE.   By Madeline Holcombe, CNN There is strong evidence that there is "no safe amount" of processed meat to eat, nutrition experts say, in response to a new study on the connection between diet and the risk of major diseases, including cancer, type 2 diabetes and heart disease. The researchers also found elevated risks from the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages and trans fatty acids. Researchers analysed data from more than 60 previous studies on the relationship between processed meats, sugar-sweetened beverages and trans fatty acids in a person's diet and their risk of type 2 diabetes, colorectal cancer and ischemic heart disease, which reduces blood supply to the heart and cuts off oxygen and nutrients, according to the study published on Monday in the journal Nature Medicine. "Habitual consumption of even small amounts of processed meat, sugary drinks, and trans fatty acids is linked to increased risk of developing type 2 diabete...

BURST IN! Groundbreaking Outing As Police Arrests Kidnappers, Rescue Victims. The Ondo State Police Command has recorded a major breakthrough in its fight against human trafficking, with the rescue of a Ghanaian national, David Angerinya, who was allegedly trafficked into Nigeria under false pretenses. Acting on a formal petition routed through the Interpol Liaison Office at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, operatives of the Tactical Intelligence Response Squad (TIRS) in Akure swung into action and uncovered a transnational trafficking ring targeting West African nationals The police team, led by DSP Lekan Alabi, arrested three suspects identified as Hayford Nyamekye, Awine Alex, and Kojo Felix, believed to be part of a larger criminal syndicate specializing in luring unsuspecting individuals into Nigeria with false promises of lucrative jobs and travel opportunities to Canada and other Western nations. According to police sources, Angerinya had been deceived in 2024 by an unidentified...

Quarry Explosion Rocks Akure Community, Leaving Destruction and Displacement in its Wake. A powerful explosion originating from a quarry site operated by Dortmund and Company Limited has devastated the Uluyagbo community within Bliss Estate in Akure, destroying numerous properties and rendering many families homeless. The blast, which occurred around noon on Wednesday 19th June, 2025 has intensified an already tense dispute between residents and the company. According to sources, the incident happened as the company was preparing for rock-blasting operations within the residential area. The explosion has not only caused significant material damage but has also inflicted considerable emotional trauma on the community members, who have long feared for their safety. This event is the latest in a series of confrontations between the landlords of the Uluyagbo community and Dortmund and Company Limited. For months, residents have publicly voiced their opposition to the establishment of a qua...