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Oyo Govt Discovers Deadly Delta COVID-19 Variant, Tells Residents To Be Safety Conscious

The Oyo State COVID-19 Task Force has discovered new Delta variant of the COVID-19 in the State.

The deadly variant said to have multiple mutations that appear to give it an advantage over other strains. The most important apparent advantage is that the mutations may make the strain more transmissible than any other variant, which would also make it the most dangerous variant.

The State Incident Manager and coordinator of the Emergency Operations Centre, Dr. Olabode Ladipo, who confirmed the development, said that the general public is notified of the need to take extra caution and consistently apply all adversories earlier released by the Task Force.

A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor ‘Seyi Makinde, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, on behalf of the Task Force, indicated that the Task Force “wishes to notify the general public of the isolation of the Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus in the State.”

The statement read: “This strain has been associated with high transmission, increase severity of infection and outcomes.

“As such, this is to warn that the virus is still very much within the society.”

It warned residents of the State to continue to comply with all advisories aimed at curtailing the spread of COVID-19.

The statement also asked all in-bound travellers to always isolate for seven days and submit themselves for tests.

It further read: “The ‘Own Your Action’ (OYA) initiative of the State Government should be seriously considered by adhering to the guidelines of wearing nose and mouth masks in public gatherings, washing of hands with soap and water and use of hand sanitisers, among others.

“The Oyo State COVID-19 Task Force hereby appeals to the good people of Oyo State to comply with these and other advisories as they apply to individuals and organisations.

“It would be appreciated if all in-bound travelers from overseas maintain the mandatory seven-day isolation and subsequent testing before mingling with the populace.

“In addition, residents are enjoined to seek medical care and avail the opportunity of free testing whenever there’s any feeling of unwellness.

“Vigilance on the parts of both the Government and the people will surely go a long way in stemming the transmission of this disease within the Stat

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Gov Akeredolu, friends, relatives, other dignitaries pay tribute at final funeral rite of T.B. Joshua

The burial took place at the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) in Lagos after an interment service attended by dignitaries including Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State.

Friday’s burial was the culmination of a week-long funeral rites that attracted other dignitaries from outside the country.

The charismatic preacher’s body arrived at the SCOAN premises in the Ikotun-Egbe area of Lagos on Thursday.

He died June 5th in Lagos after holding a church service.

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Nigerian Police Dispels Rumour Of Attack On Osun Community By Bandits

The Police Command in Osun on Friday, debunked reports of an attack on Ofatedo Area, Osogbo, by suspected killer herdsmen.

The Command’s Spokesperson, SP Yemisi Opalola, in a statement, said the news and rumours being peddled were a false alarm.

She said the reports and information were calculated attempts to create an apprehension of fear and state of insecurity in the state; therefore it should be disregarded.

“The attention of the Osun Commissioner of Police, CP Olawale Olokode, has been drawn to the news/rumours making the rounds that some suspected herdsmen invaded and attacked Ofatedo Area of Osun.

“The CP, in the company of the Special Adviser on Security to the Governor, Mrs Abiodun Ige, personally paid on the spot assessment to the area to ascertain the authenticity of the news being speculated but found out that it was false and untrue.

“Consequently, the CP wishes to clear the air and state unequivocally that the news and rumours being peddled are false alarm, a calculated attempt to create an apprehension of fear and state of insecurity in the state; therefore it should be disregarded,” he said.

He gave the assurance of the CP to the entire residents of adequate security coverage, urging the general public to go about their legitimate businesses without any fear of attack or invasion.

“He also advises the citizenry, especially rumour mongers/social media users to jettison such habits and eschew anything that can truncate the peace being enjoyed in the state.

“Also, the citizens are urged to be security conscious, vigilant, cooperate and collaborate with security agents by giving useful and timely information.

“They should also report any suspicious movement or activities of criminals through 08039537995 and 08123823981,” he said.

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Breaking: RRS Team, Other Security Operatives Stationed At Ojota, Venue of Yoruba Nation Rally

ODUDUWA NEWS has gathered that men of the Rapid Response Squad RRS and other security operatives have been stationed around Ojota, a venue where the planned Yoruba Nation Rally is set to kickstart.

ODUDUWA NEWS correspondent from Lagos while moving around to ascertain the level of preparedness of the agitators could only report sighting of fiercely-looking men of the security operatives while awaiting the commencement of the rally by 9:00am as planned.

Details later.

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Tourism: Ministry, French Embassy, UNESCO, UI Officials, Others Visit Ado-Awaye Hanging Lake For Research And Development

A team of delegation, comprises Oyo State Ministry of Culture and Tourism, French Embassy Nigeria, University of Ibadan, UNESCO today visited Ado Hill Tourism Center, Ado-Awaye to see wonders of God located atop Ado Hill, Ado-Awaye, Iseyin Local Government, Oyo State .

The team on arrival paid a courtesy visit to His Royal Majesty, Oba Rev’d Ademola Olugbile Folakanmi in his residential home, Oke-Odo, Ado-Awaye, Araromi LCDA, Iseyin Local Government, Oyo State before embarking on their major assignment.

Speaking on behalf of the delegation, the Permanent Secretary, Oyo State Ministry Of Culture and Tourism, Doctor Bumi Babalola appreciated Kabiyesi for their warmth reception at his palace despite the short notice of coming and his relentless efforts towards the development of the site.

He said in his words that, “we have actually come to carry out the physical assessment of tourism destinations on Ado-Hill, Ado-Awaye with a view to create a strong framework for a productive pertnership arrangment of the Archeological developmental designs of the place in other to be part of the UNESCO Tourism Center”. He stated further, “Kabiyesi, as you can see, in this team, we have professionals as directors in relevant fields, such as Archeology, Anthropology, Geology, also a consultant among others. “Doctor Babalola finally reiterated the commitment of Oyo state Government to boost the state internally generated revenue through diversification of economic sectors, including tourist development.

In a similar development, the Director French Institute of African Study, Nigeria, Doctor Vincet Hiribarren, said, “we are here to carry out Reserch for Archeological development of the place as rightly said by the Permanent Secretary. He concluded by acknowledging the good road network they enjoyed from Ibadan down to Ado-Awaye, which according to him would added value to their final reports on the location.

The Representative of the University of Ibadan in the team, Professor Alabi while commenting said, “we are here for a research on Archeological status of Ado Hill in partnership with French Embassy towards the development of the site for the economic advantage of the state”. I am happy to be here for the second time”. The statement concluded.

While responding, His Royal Majesty, Oba Rev’d Ademola Olugbile Folakanmi, appreciated the team for coming. Kabiyesi said, “I am so happy to see the calibre of the Permanent Secretary in my Palace this morning for this purpose, I am sure this effort will surely bring positive results”. He stated further, that Ado Hill Tourism Center is full of many wonders of God such as Iyake Suspended Lake which is the only one of the two in the whole world, and if it could be developed, it would increased the economic potentials of the State. He added, that a lot of people have been visiting the place for various adventures. He finally encouraged the government to do the needful to develop the site in order to boost the economic life of the people in the area and State as a whole.

Other Ministry officials in the team were; Mrs, Agboola M.A, Mrs Balogun Faithfulness, Akanbi Jonhson, Davies O.M, Fageebo M. O, Olamide A.(press officer MICT). Others on French Embassy list were; Lia Ruth, Mount Mbella, (IFRA Secretary General) among others.

Prince Niyi Okunade -Maku.
Principal Secretary to Alado of Ado-Awaye kingdom.
July Ist,2021.

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Illegal Container Terminal In Ibeshe Sealed By Lagos Govt

ODUDUWA NEWS has gathered that the Lagos State Government has swung into action and sealed an illegal container terminal operating in Ibeshe axis of Ikorodu.

Speaking during the special operation in Ibeshe on Friday, the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Idris Salako said government had to move swiftly to prevent further nuisance in the built environment of Ibeshe by sealing the unapproved terminal, located beside the Government jetty in the area.

He cautioned that Government would not tolerate in other parts of the State a replay of Ijegun-Egba and Satelite town, notorious for the unpleasant experience with tank firms and terminals, while decrying the destructive impact of the activities of the container terminal on the environment and the newly constructed Ebute- Ibeshe road.

“It is highly unacceptable that by indiscriminately parking containerized vehicles on the road and stacking containers in unbridled manner, an unapproved business activity would have so much impact on the environment so as to rapidly despoil the road constructed with tax payers money and constitute danger to children in the neighborhood,” Salako said.

He explained that Government had a well established procedure for licensing terminals and mining activities on the shoreline, in such a way that all factors that make for livable and sustainable built environment would have been taken cognisance of.

He urged anyone interested in the establishment of container terminals and sand mining to seek the approval of the appropriate authorities including the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development and Ministry of Energy and Miniral Resources among others.

The Commissioner enjoined community leaders and members to maintain the surveillance of their communities and report any untoward Physical development to appropriate authorities for prompt action.

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Oduduwa Republic Rally: Lagos Police Embark On Show Of Force Ahead of Tommorow

In furtherance of the declaration by the Lagos State Police Command against the planned Saturday’s Yoruba Nation mega rally, the police is embarking on “Operation Show of Force” across the state.

The operation is designed to send a warning signal to whoever or any group of persons planning to stage any rally or procession in the state, or planning to foment troubles in Lagos State to perish the thought.

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Lagos Gov, Sanwo-Olu To Launch Tourism Master Plan On July 1

The Tourism Master Plan and Policy to enhance the potentials of the sector and define the roles of stakeholders will be presented to the public by Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday, July 1, 2021.

A statement signed by the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Uzamat Akinbile-Yussuf, stated that the public presentation of two documents – The Tourism Master Plan and the Tourism Policy – is supported by Sterling Bank Plc. and will hold at the Adeyemi-Bero Auditorium, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos.

Disclosing that the masterplan and policy went through a rigorous review process, Akinbile-Yussuf said the presentation by Governor Sanwo-Olu would be historic, just as it is expected to change the narrative and improve fortunes of the tourism sector in Lagos.

The Commissioner revealed that the documents for public presentation had inputs from stakeholders in the sector, envisaging that the contents would be embraced by all the affected practitioners.

The Divisional Head, Retail and Consumer Banking, Sterling Bank, Mr. Shina Atilola, who spoke on the partnership with the State Government, described the Tourism Master Plan and Policy as a must-have roadmap for regenerating, conserving and making Lagos a high-end tourist destination with global appeal.

Atilola added that the role of the private sector is to support the government and take advantage of its favourable policies, saying, “without this, enhanced quality of life for the masses, job creation and shared prosperity for all will remain elusive”.

“This explains our support for the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture’s masterplan and policy presentation. It is a roadmap that will unlock inclusive and sustainable development by harnessing the unique and abundant endowments of nature and the cultural heritage of the people of Lagos State”, he said.

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