The Ondo State Security Network Agency, codenamed Amotekun Corps, has apprehended a 25-year-old Quack auxiliary nurse, Jimoh Akeem, for allegedly stealing a motorbike, popularly known as an okada, in Ondo town. In his confession at the Amotekun Headquarters in Akure, Akeem said, “I went to steal a motorcycle at Ajagbale Quarter in Ondo town. This…
…..Commission’s DG, Oyeneyin dedicates honour Aiyedatiwa’s unwavering support. By: Ade Adeleke For ensuring efficient and transformative healthcare services and contributing to the development of Ondo State, the Ondo state Contributory Health Commission has been honoured with the Public Service Meritorious Award. The award, presented by the State Government during the 2024 Public Service Week in…
PRESS RELEASE The Acting Chief Medical Director of the University of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital, Laje Road, Ondo City, Dr. Michael Olumide Gbala, has announced the launch of the institution’s peer-reviewed journal aimed at disseminating medical research findings from scientists worldwide. The journal is titled Annals of Clinical and Biomedical Science Research (ACBSR),available at https://acbsr.unimedthc.org/index.php/home…
ONDO GOVT BEGINS FREE SCREENING FOR HYPERTENSION AND DIABETES To combat the prevalence of Non Communicable Disease ,(NCDs) in Ondo state especially hypertension and Diabetes Ondo State, Government is presently screening about 300,000 residents of the state under the Federal Government tagged Project 10 million Project 10million is a project of the Federal government to…
By: Abraham Chang The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Ondo State Branch, has commenced its annual Physicians’ Week with series of events aimed at spotlighting the dedication of healthcare professionals and addressing the numerous challenges within the sector. This year’s theme focused on the urgent need for improved working conditions, fair remuneration, and stronger support from…
NANNM RELAXES 15 DAYS ULTIMATUM….. to give more room for robust negotiation. Following the emergency meeting of the State Executive Council of NANNM, Ondo State Council, held today 22nd October 2024, to review the 15 days ultimatum issued to the State government on the 8th October 2024 over the Eight points demand; the SEC in…
ONDO MOVES TO COMBAT MENANCE OF PLASTIC WASTE, FLOODING The Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has said that tackling the menace of plastic waste and flooding is a top priority for his administration as environmental degradation continues to threaten the ecosystem and human health. Speaking at the 2024 OSEPA Summit tagged “Combating…
PRESS RELEASE A Voice for Justice: Ekimogun Youths Condemn False Allegations Against Dr Gbala The Ekimogun Youths Connect (EYC), a prominent platform representing over five thousand youths across various professions in Ondo Kingdom, has been dedicated to fostering unity, youth development, financial empowerment, social justice, good governance, and peaceful coexistence for over 20 years. With…
..…Vows No Child will Die From Vaccine Preventable Diseases in Ondo Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa says his administration is committed to the wellbeing of every child in Ondo state through regular vaccination against all childhood diseases. He has therefore encouraged mothers and caregivers in the state to present their children and wards from age 9 to…
PRESS STATEMENT RE: Allegations Against Negligence in the Treatment of Four Deceased Children at UNIMED Teaching Hospital/Specialist Hospital Akure Our attention has been drawn to a recent online news report published by an online medium accusing the University of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital/Specialist Hospital, Akure, Ondo State, of negligence in the tragic deaths of four…
