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Adeleke Visits Former Governor Of Old Oyo State, Dr Olunloyo

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Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke (left) when he paid a courtesy visit on a former Governor of Old Oyo State, Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo at his residence, Molete Ibadan, yesterday. Photo: AKINOLA ARIYO

Oyo Working Towards Reducing Numbers Of Out Of School Children  –  Prof Adelabu 

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By; BAYO AKAMO, Ibadan

Oyo State Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology, Professor Salihu Adelabu, has disclosed that the state government is working towards reducing numbers of out of school children in the state by ten per cent.

Prof Adelabu made this known on Wednesday at a 3-Day Support Mission Organized by the Oyo State Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology for three BESDA AF- TESS Beneficiary States, ( Oyo, Adamawa and Katsina in collaboration with the World Bank at the University of Ibadan.

The Commissioner maintained that the state government is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that residents in the state have access to quality education, thereby improving numeracy and literacy levels in the state.

Emphasizing the importance of the BESDA  – AF- TESS project, he said the programme is in line with the Sustainable Development Goal four and Seventeen, that by 2030, education should be for all, adding  that all school aged children are expected to have access to quality education, irrespective of their background.

“This BESDA Additional Financing is targeting four major points. First is access, there should be school for all,  all the  school aged children must be in the school. The other one is quality; that is why we are strengthening the system, we are putting a lot of things in place to make sure that there is access, there is quality and there is improvement in our numeracy and literacy level in the state”, he said.

Prof Adelabu added, ” In the last administration of Governor Seyi Makinde, 20 percent of our out of school children were back in school, and we are working around 10 per cent because we want that to be reduced drastically” 

Adamawa State Commissioner for  Education and Human Capital Development,  Dr. Umar Garba Tella while speaking, said concerted efforts would be made so that the aims and objectives of the program development partners in Adamawa State comes into fruition.

Dr Tella lauded the World Bank for supporting the Adamawa State Government in its determined efforts to provide the children the right access to acquire quality education, regardless of where they live.

“This project is a performance-based project, two indicators were given to us in Adamawa, and we are happy to partner with the World Bank. Fundamentally, we want a situation whereby there won’t be any child in the state, that is out of school, there won’t be any school without a teacher”

The Education Specialist, World Bank, Martin De Simone in his remarks said the  intervention was targeted at improving the quality of teaching and learning in basic schools, providing infrastructure and increasing the numbers of classrooms.

De Simone then advised participating states to learn from each other and focus largely on how to achieve results within the programme’s life span.

African Games: SWAN Thumbs Up Minister Enoh For Team Nigeria’s Performance

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*Hails Sports Journalists For Robust Coverage

By; JACOB ONJEWU DICKSON

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has expressed satisfaction with the overall performance of team Nigeria at the just concluded 13th African Games in Ghana.

President of SWAN, Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, who spoke in Abuja during a post African Games World Press Conference, conveyed and addressed by the Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, attributed the successful participation and exploits of team Nigeria to strategic and proactive measures by the Sports Ministry leadership hierarchy.

While recalling the podium performance of team Nigeria in recent times at the Games, President Benjamin reckoned that the outcome of its 13th edition stood the country out.

Nigeria finished strong at second position out of 52 countries, with 47 Gold, 33 Silver and 41 Bronze medals.

According to a statement signed by the Secretary-General, SWAN, Ikenna Okonkwo dated March 27, 2024,  he said, “I must not fail to specially commend the high level of human management skills of the Honourable Minister, Senator John Owan Enoh. Despite the short period that athletes and officials had in camp before proceeding to Accra, the leadership of the ministry ensured that no stone was left unturned in making that the athletes are kept informed about their welfare and every other arrangement.

“The very interesting aspect is the steady assurances, backed by action by the Honourable Minister which I believe propelled the athletes to put in their best in virtually every sport. 

“Also, the other ministry and team officials were outstanding in carrying out their duties. There was this continuous flow of information from the Minister’s media team such that my colleagues always had a pull to pick from.

“Again, the Minister’s straight postulation about preparing for the 2027 African Games immediately is a welcome development.”

The country’s number one Sports Writer, however, singled out teaming Nigerian Sports Writers who were in Ghana for high octane applause.

“I sincerely want to use this opportunity to appreciate and congratulate members of the Fourth Estate of the Realm who trooped to Ghana and ensured that team Nigeria was given adequate coverage.

“In fact, the coverage by over 50 Sports Journalists in Ghana, then the many Sports Reporters/Editors who couldn’t make it the Games was outstanding. Truly, we placed Nigeria’s image positively on a high. At a time, it was as if Nigeria was the first on the medals’ table due to intense reportage,” the SWAN President reckoned.

He then enjoined the Sports ministry to sustain the gains of African Games by intensifying preparation for 2024 Olympics in Paris, France.

Fortunes Of The Polytechnic, Ibadan Will Soar During My Term As Acting Rector – Dr Lasisi

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By; BAYO AKAMO, Ibadan 

The newly appointed acting Rector of The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Dr. Taiwo Abideen Lasisi has declared that the fortunes of the institution will soar during his term.

Dr Lasisi stated this when he arrived the polytechnic campus on  Monday to resume office  to the warm embrace of the staff and students of the institution. 

The acting Rector promised to key into the road map of development embarked upon by the Oyo State Government by introducing enduring development into academic and infrastructure of the Institution. 

Emphasizing that he spent a better part of his academic career at The Polytechnic, Ibadan where he rose to the highest academic position as a Chief lecturer and served as Dean of Student Affairs and later Director of Academic Planning and Control Unit before crossing to Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomosho, Dr Lasisi said his appointment is more of a homecoming.

The acting rector appreciated Gov Seyi  Makinde for giving him the opportunity to serve.

Deputy Rector of the Institution, Mrs Olaide Salawu led the Deans of Faculties and other senior officers, staff, and students to receive the acting rector. 

Both Mrs. Salawu, who is the Deputy Rector, and Dr. Bolanle Oseni who is the Chairman Committee of Deans and Staff while speaking at the brief welcome reception assured the Acting Rector of their maximum cooperation and support. 

New Nigerian recalls that The appointment of the Acting Rector was made on Saturday March 23, 2024 in a  statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the State Government, Pastor Sulaiman Olanrewaju. 

 Dr. Taiwo Lasisi succeeds Professor Kazeem Adekunle Adebiyi whose five-year tenure elapsed on Monday  March  25, 2024.

Zulum’ Distributes  Palliatives: To 3,000 Men, Disburses N5,000 Cash, Wrappers To 3,500 Women In Marte

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By; SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri

Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum’ has distributed food palliatives and  disbursed cash support to selected   6,500 households/families  in New  Marte, Headquarters  of  Marte Local Government Area of the state.

The distribution, which took place in New Marte on Monday and Tuesday,  included  25 kg  bags of rice  to  3,000 male households and  25 kg  bags  of maize  to  each of the benefitting 3,000 male families, while  on Tuesday,  3,500 female households were  disbursed  N5,000  cash alongside a  bundle of Nigerian textile fabric wrappers each to the women that benefitted from the N5,000 provision.

The entire distribution process was closely supervised by Borno State High powered  Palliatives  Committee  Chairman, Hon. Engr. Bukar Talba who is also  the House of Representatives Member representing  Marte, Monguno, and Nganzai Federal Constituency  at the National Assembly  on behalf of the State  Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum’.

New  Marte is  the administrative seat of Marte  Local Government Area of Borno State located  at the western coast of Lake Chad as one of the stronghold Boko Haram terrorists that was among the few LGAs that were yet to be liberated by the military  sharing international border  with Niger and Chad  republics, which was attacked and came under Boko Haram’s occupation displacing the people  until it was liberated by the military recently and the IDPs were resettled by Governor Zulum on November 30, 2020 and still under tight military guards  like Kala Balge , Guzamala  and Abadam LGAs located in Northern Borno.

Engr. Talba was accompanied by Engr. Mohammed Gombomi, Member representing Marte LGC  State Constituency, at the State House of Assembly,  Honourable Commissioner for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Engr. Bawu Musami and the Executive Chairman of Marte, Hon. Babagana Abatcha as well as Alhaji Ali Shettima Marte among others.

2024 World Day: Oyo Govt  Set To Revitalize Water Sources Across  State – Commissioner 

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By; BAYO AKAMO Ibadan

Oyo State Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Architect Abdulmojeed Mogbonjubola has disclosed that the state government is set to revitalize  water sources across the state.

Speaking at the 2024 World Water Day celebration, held at the House of Chiefs, Parliament Building, Secretariat, Ibadan on Monday, he said the gesture is to improve the provision of potable water across Oyo State.

Architect  Mogbonjubola while speaking on the theme for the year “Water for Peace,” at the world Water Day organized by the Ministry in collaboration with the Oyo State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASSA) and UNICEF emphasised the importance of access to clean and safe water for human life.

Stressing the role water played in maintaining public health and preventing the spread of waterborne diseases, he reassured that the state government is committed to rehabilitating water sources across all regions of Oyo State, with a focus on ensuring equitable access to potable water. 

A University Don from the Ajayi Crowther University, Dr. Ronald Anthony Isibor while presenting a paper  highlighted the need for collaborative efforts to address water-related challenges and to promote water as a catalyst for peace and development. 

Dr Isibor highlighted the potential risks associated with water scarcity, as health issues, poverty, and conflicts between communities.

Oyo State Head of Service, Mrs. Olubunmi Oni, represented by the P.S. Service Matters, Mr. Paul Oyekunle, commended the organizers for choosing a timely and relevant theme for the event.  

He called for sustainable management of water resources by residents

“When we manage our water resources, we are taking care of them for our future. We need to conserve our water such that it will not harm the environment, “he said. 

The General Manager of RUWASSA, Mr Adeniyi Adeduntan in his remarks emphasized the importance of accessible water for supporting agriculture and maintaining sanitation standards.

UNICEF’s South West Field Officer, Mr. Johnson Monday, said the necessity of providing potable water as a fundamental service to protect vulnerable populations, especially children, from waterborne diseases. 

He emphasized that access to clean water is critical for promoting peace and prosperity within communities.

Hayin  Hago  Harps On Barau Jibrin’s Mode Of Representation

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By; JABIRU A. HASSAN,  Kano

The Deputy Senate President, Senator Dr. Barau I. Jibrin has been commended for being a good representative to his constituency at the Nigerian parliament, despite present economic predicament.

This was expressed during a chat with one of his legislative aides,  Alhaji Sa’ad Hayin Hago, where he stressed that Kano North Zone is certainly  blessed with a competent person who is working selflessly towards the progress of his people.

He emphasized that from what is being witnessed by the constituents across the 13 local government areas, Senator Dr. Barau Jibrin is making excellent efforts towards ensuring  the betterment of his electorate.

” Distinguish Senator Barau Jibrin remains a tested and trusted leader who is trying his best to make his people’s dream a reality, and I am certain that Kano North Senatorial zone is one of the best constituencies, not only in Kano State, but in the country at large”. He added.

Alhaji Sa’ad Hayin Hago called on the  people of Kano North senatorial district to give more support to the Deputy Senate President in order to enable him fulfil his desired objectives and policies in every sector.

Lagos Taskforce Sanitises Restricted Routes, Impounds 470 Motorcycles

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By; RAYMOND TEDUNJAYE, Lagos

The Lagos State Taskforce has said that  it has impounded a total  of 470 motorcycles plying restricted routes in some parts of the state within a week.

According to the agency, the achievement is marking a significant stride in the ongoing endeavour to safeguard motorists and maintain sanity on Lagos Highways.

A statement made available to journalists on Monday, the Director, Press & Public Affairs Lagos State Taskforce, Gbadeyan Abdulraheem said that the operation was led by its Chairman CSP Shola Jejeloye.

He added that the operation, spanning various strategic locations including, Berger, Fagba, Dopemu, Iyana Ipaja, 2nd Rainbow, Festac, First Gate, Alakija, Mile 2, Ilasan, Maroko, Lekki, Ikota, and Chevron, resulted in the confiscation of 150, 120, and 250 motorcycles, respectively.

The statement reads, ” The Lagos State Taskforce, under the leadership of Chairman CSP Shola Jejeloye, has intensified its efforts to enforce the ban on motorcycle operations, popularly known as Okada, in restricted areas across the state. 

” In a week-long operation, a total of 470 motorcycles were seized, marking a significant stride in the ongoing endeavor to safeguard motorist and maintain sanity on Lagos Highways.

” The operation, spanning various strategic locations including Berger, Fagba, Dopemu, Iyana Ipaja, 2nd Rainbow, Festac, First Gate, Alakija, Mile 2, Ilasan, Maroko, Lekki, Ikota, and Chevron, resulted in the confiscation of 150, 120, and 250 motorcycles, respectively, from these areas.

” The Chairman stated that most okada operators seen riding their bikes believe the ban would blow over and they would be allowed to creep back onto the Highways but that is not the case.

“Any right thinking okada operator would at this point in time realise that it is not business as usual. Our operations have been precise and consistent which indicates that there is no room for okada in Lagos.”

CSP Shola Jejeloye emphasized the unwavering commitment of the Lagos State Government to eradicate Okada operations, aligning with the master plan outlined in the THEMES PLUS Agenda of the State Government. Highlighting the inherent risks associated with motorcycle transportation, he urged commuters to prioritize safer alternatives like new blue/ red line railway services  and  Milennium Buses services to avoid potential bodily harm by okada or prosecution by the State Government if caught on a bike.

CSP Jejeloye further disclosed that the concerted efforts of the Lagos State Taskforce supports the State Government’s dedication to promoting a safe, secure and habitable environment, fostering responsible transportation practices, and ensuring the well-being of all Lagosian.

He appealed to okada operators still operating in the shadow to seek other legitimate means of survival or relocate out of the State. He assured Lagosians that the Agency would carry on with its raids across all restricted areas, highways and bridges till Okada operations become a myth.

2024 World Tuberculosis Day: Borno Govt, WHO, Others Flag Off Commemoration Programme

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 *Each day, close to 3,800 people lose  lives to TB,  about 30,000 people fall ill to TB – Prof Gana , Borno Health Com

By; SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri

Borno State Ministry of Health and Human Services in collaboration with World Health Organization (WHO) and partners has organized  a one day commemoration activity to mark 2024 World Tuberculosis Day held at PHEOC Eye Hospital Conference Hall  in  Maiduguri on Monday, with a theme,” Yes, we can end TB”.

The Borno State Commissioner of Health and Human Services, Professor  Baba  Malam Gana said each day, close to 3,800 people lose their lives to TB and about 30,000  fall ill  with this preventable and curable disease.

Processor Baba Malam  who stated this on Monday at the commemoration activity to mark 2024 World Tuberculosis Day at the PHEOC Eye Hospital Maiduguri Conference Hall, added that global efforts to combat TB has saved an estimated 75 million lives since the year 2000. 

While emphasizing  that  tuberculosis remains  an important public health problem in Borno State and awareness about the disease, it diagnosis, and treatment among  the public will help in controlling the disease and reduce it to a drastically level if not eradicate it completely.

He said with the present   cases, a TB person can spread or extend to about 10-15 other persons in a community which makes it dangerous and to be prevented and treated with all seriousness while calling on the media as partners in progress to help dissemination and educate the public on the availability of free drugs and diagnosis as well as treatment for TB across the nooks and crannies of the 27 LGAs of the state.

Processor Gana further appreciated WHO and other health partners for their significant role and support to address the issues and challenges of TB in Borno state where WHO have signed an MoU to assist and support the Borno state government overcome the predicament and training in capacity biuldung of 60 TB handlers and coordinators at the 27 LGAs and some  TB  state managers and officers  team participated in the training while sophisticated equipments and other apparatus have been provided by WHO.

He charged the media to collaborate with the ministry and it’s partners in the campaigns on TB prevention and treatment in order not to allow a split over to neighbouring countries if Chad, Niger and Cameroon Republics as TB is transmissible, dangerous as a killer disease but can be prevented and cured or treated.

The State Commissioner added that Predisposing factors associated with tuberculosis includes poverty, insecurity, crowding, under nutrition, and co morbidities, pointing out that, people need to be health educated on importance of cough hygiene, cross ventilation and nutrition.

“And also to create awareness on cause of tuberculosis and it sign and symptoms which include cough for two week and above, Weight loss, fever and night sweat by the media.

“Also on importance of contact tracing. We should not leave the fight against tuberculosis for government and partners alone its need collaborative effort from household, community, religion leaders and these will be achieve through advocacy, communication and social mobilization.

“We have seen the political will and commitment in the state in fight against tuberculosis, support from WHO and other partners with that collaborative effort, we will change narrative of tuberculosis in Borno state,” Gana said 

 Borno State TB  Programme Manager, Dr. Goni Imam said World Tuberculosis Day is an Annual event  being observed worldwide to sensitize and enlightenment as well as educate the public on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of TB which has been identified as a killer disease and dangerous to human health globally.

He added that efforts have so far been made by the ministry to ensure low level or total reduction of not of the eradication  of the disease which affects both the children and adult.

Dr. Imam also noted that despite the high level percentage of the prevalence if the disease in Nigeria and also Borno state, measures are being put in place to bring to an end TB in the state in line with the WHO support through capacity biuldung and equipments as well as other diagnostics and treatment machines and drugs aming others.

The TB Programme Manager thanked WHO and other partners for their support and interventions in TB and other related diseases in all the books and crannies of the state  at this monumental period.

“People with tuberculosis are among marginalized and vulnerable and face barriers in accessing care. Stigmatization and discrimination are major drivers of the tuberculosis epidemic, despite it is preventable, treatable and curable.

“The year 2024 is the year of action with positive outcome At conclusion, I appreciate the effort of public sectors such HMB, SPHCDA, EMERGENCY OPERATION CENTER AND BOSCHMA for their support in tuberculosis case finding and management,” Dr. Imam said.

State Coordinator WHO,  Borno, .Dr Ibrahim Salisu  commended Zulum  for his support and provision of enabling environment for partners to support the state. 

He said, ” We are all gathered to mark the 2024 World Tuberculosis (TB) Day. Tuberculosis has plagued humanity for centuries, claiming countless lives and inflicting untold suffering on individuals, families, and communities worldwide. 

“There was a significant worldwide recovery in the scale-up of TB diagnosis and treatment services in 2022. It shows an encouraging trend starting to reverse the detrimental effects of COVID-19 disruptions on TB services.

“Despite significant strides in medical science and public health, TB remains a formidable global health threat, particularly in vulnerable and marginalized populations. TB is present in all countries and age groups. But TB is curable and preventable.

“Today, as we gather to commemorate World Tuberculosis (TB) Day, we come together not just to raise awareness but reaffirm our commitment to combating one of the oldest and deadliest diseases known to humanity.

” It’s a day to reflect on our progress, acknowledge our challenges, and renew our dedication to ending the suffering caused by TB. In order to scale up TB case detection and treatment in Borno State, WHO has just concluded the training of over 60 State and LGAs TB and Leprosy Control Managers, including some partners and CBOS on TB program management,” Dr. Salisu said.

Dr. Salisu added  after the training, WHO will continue to provide technical support, drugs and commodities and ensure adequate case detection, treatment and data management. All hands must therefore be on deck to change the TB narrative in Borno State.

He added that the theme of the World TB Day 2024 ‘Yes! We can end TB!’ – conveys a message of hope that getting back-on-track to turn the tide against the TB epidemic is possible through high level leadership, increased investments in TB Control efforts and faster uptake of new WHO recommendations. 

WHO State Coordinator  also  commended  Governor and Honorable Commissioner for Health for allocating nearly 15% of the total state budget to the Health Sector, pointing out that, “with this allocation, we believe that there would be adequate resources to support all health programs, including the TBL program in the state.”

“In its latest Global Tuberculosis Report, WHO highlighted that more than 7.5million people with TB received access to diagnosis and treatment in 2022, the highest since we began monitoring almost 30 years ago.

“On behalf of WHO team in Borno, I wish to recognize the Ministry of Health under the leadership of Professor B. M Gana for the giant strides achieved and the strong collaboration we are enjoying today,” Dr. Salisu  said.

 Highlights of the event include road walk/street show for Public Awareness from State Epidemiological Unit (SEU) to Emergency Operations Center (EOC)  Eye Hospital  Damboa Road Maiduguri , presentation on childhood TB-MSF Belgium, Interview of TB Survivors, songs and photographs among others.

Hardship: Embrace Agriculture , Patronise Locally Made Products,  Sheikh Atere Tasks Nigerians 

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By; BAYO AKAMO, Ibadan

Chairman of the Oyo State Pilgrims Welfare Board (Muslim Wing) Sheikh Hashim Atere last Saturday, charged Nigerians to embrace agriculture and patronise locally made products. 

Sheikh Atere gave the charge at the 6th annual Shina Peller sponsored Ramadan lecture of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Oyo State Council, held at the NUJ Press Centre, Iyaganku, Ibadan 

The Chairman Oyo State Pilgrims Welfare Board (Muslim Wing) attributed the current economic hardship in the country to neglect of agriculture and locally made products among the citizens. 

According to him, many Nigerians have neglected agriculture which is causing food scarcity in the country with most Nigerians patronising foreign goods at the expense of locally made products thereby causing them more money. 

” If we are talking about hardship, it was not caused by the government. Nobody want to patronise locally made products. We have neglected agricultural sector. We do not have farmers again especially here in the South West. We have used all the lands to build estates”, he said. 

Sheikh Atere added, ” We want to eat eggs but we don’t rear hens. The hardship was caused by neglect of agriculture. We are the ones causing the hardship. Let us eat locally made foods and stop depending on foreign goods” . 

On the topic, “Ramadan: Spirits of sharing and caring as panacea for hardship”, he stressed that one of the solutions to reduce the hardship is for the citizens to have a change of mindset by embracing agriculture and patronise locally made products. 

Speaking further, Sheikh Atere said ” Payment of Zakat is one of the pillars of Islam. We don’t do it the way it supposed to be. That is why we have many poor people”, adding, ” The rich should ensure payment of Zakat. It is just one percent out of 40 per cent of your money. We have neglected all these things and that is why we have hardship in the last”. 

“The rich should make people happy, they should assist the poor and politicians should not wait for 2027 elections before they assist the people”. 

Ayedero of Yorubaland, Hon Shina Peller who sponsored the lecture

appealed to journalists in the country to always discharge their duties in accordance to the rules of their profession. 

“We started this Ramadan lecture seven years ago. This is the sixth edition because we do not have opportunity to do it in 2020 during COVID-19”, he said. 

Hon Peller added, “Journalists are very powerful people. They are very important in any government and no government can play with them. I was them to discharge their duties as expected”.

The lecture was attended by a former Deputy of the state, Barrister Azeem Gbolarumi, Hon. Sina Oyedeji, Hon. Adebayo Adepoju, Dr. Bayo Busari, and the Oyo state NUJ Chairman, Alhaji Ademola Babalola among other dignitaries. 

Delta Varsity Ozoro Partners MG VOWGAS On Practical Engineering Training For Students

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By; UTEBOR PETER, Asaba

Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro has signed a memorandum of understanding with MG VOWGAS LIMITED, an indigenous oil and gas servicing company for the practical engineering training of students of the nascent University.

At the signing ceremony at the company’s office in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Professor Jacob Oboreh said the partnership marks a turning point in the university’s quest to produce world class engineering and technologically savvy graduates.

Professor Oboreh thanked the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the company, Mr. Godwin Izomor and the General Manager of the company for Government and External Relations, Mr. Anthony Ogilo for their interest in partnering with the University to develop young professionals in the oil and gas as well as engineering industry.

“As part of deepening Delta State University of Science and Technology Ozoro in areas of engineering, we have come to seek  collaboration with MG VOWGAS engineering company in Port Harcourt in the area of practical engineering training for our students and for further areas of assistance to the University.

“On behalf of His Exellency, the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Elder Sheriff Oborevwori and the good people of Delta State, I thank you for accepting to collaborate with Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro.”

The elated Vice-Chancellor said the content of the agreement would be very very beneficial to the University adding that details of the agreement would be communicated to the Governor for further action.

The Vice-Chancellor was received by the General Manager for Government and External Relations, Mr. Anthony Ogilo who said he has been directed by the Managing director and Chief executive  Mr.  Godwin Izomoh  to prepare agreement of collaboration and sign with the university. 

Highlight of the Vice-Chancellor’s visit ended with signing an agreement on collaboration with the university in several areas.