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  • Man, 46, docked over alleged N3.2m fraud in Ibadan 

    Fraud

    By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko

    Ibadan, June 24, 2024 (NAN) A 46-year old man, Saheed Adebayo, was on Monday docked before an Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan over an alleged N3.2 million fraud.

    Adebayo, with no fixed address, is being charge with stealing, to which he pleaded not guilty.

    The Police Prosecutor, Insp Femi Oluwadare, told the court that the defendant committed the offence between June 30 and Dec. 2022, at Kuola, Ibadan.

    He said that Adebayo was engaged to supervise six commercial motorcycles belonging to the complainant, Ayomikun David.

    Oluwadare further said that the six motorcycles valued N3.2 million, were given to motorcyclists with an agreement to make daily returns to the complainant through Adebayo.

    The prosecutor said that the defendant refused to give the returns to the complainant and owner of the business, but converted the money for his personal use.

    He said that the offence contravened Section 390(9) of the Criminal Laws of Oyo State, 2000.

    The Magistrate, Mr Maruff Mudashiru, granted the defendant bail in the sum of N1 million with two reliable sureties in like sum.

    Mudashiru adjourned the case until Aug. 12, for hearing. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Francis Onyeukwu and Azubuike Okeh

     

  • Court remands 3 over alleged armed robbery, murder

    Murder
    By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko
    Ibadan, June 24, 2024 (NAN) An Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court, Ibadan, on Monday remanded three men: Kehinde Olagbemiro 55, Kunle Oguntoye, 45 and Morakinyo Mukaila, 57, in a correctional facility in Ibadan over alleged armed robbery and murder.
    The deendants, whose addresses were not provided, were charged with conspiracy, armed robbery and murder.
    The Magistrate, Mr Maruff Mudashiru, did not take the plea of the defendant for want of jurisdiction.
    He directed the police to return the case file to the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP), pending legal advice.
    He, thereafter, adjourned the case till Sept. 2 for mention.
    The Prosecutor, Insp Femi Oluwadare, told the court that the defendants committed the offences between March 25 and June 3 at about 2.00 a.m. at Rhuoga Energy Ltd., Igboora, Oyo State.
    Oluwadare said that the defendants and others at large robbed the aforementioned company of its earthen and terminating wires worth N15 million, while armed with guns, cutlasses and other dangerous weapons.
    He said that the defendants also unlawfully caused the death of one 56-year-old Lukman Adejumo and Fatai Jimoh, both security guards with the company, by tying them with rope on their hands, legs and neck.
    According to him, the offences contravene Sections 516 and 319 of the Criminal Laws of Oyo State, 2000. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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    Edited by ‘Wale Sadeeq

  • Oyo health workers to begin 7-day warning strike Monday

    Strike
    By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko
    Ibadan, June 23, 2024 (NAN) Medical and health workers in Oyo State will, on Monday, begin a seven-day warning strike to press home their demands, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports.
    President of the state chapter of Medical and Health Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MHWUN), Mr John Fabunmi, disclosed this to NAN in Ibadan on Sunday.
    Fabunmi said that the warning strike would be observed by members of the union in all the health institutions across the state, including those in the ministries, departments and local government councils.
    He said that the industrial action had become imperative in order to press home their demands.
    The labour leader said that the union had reminded the state government of its grievances several times, but that nothing had been done to address their demands.
    “Part of the union’s demands is that the new hazard allowance in the state be spread to cover all other health workers in the state, and not only those working in the hospitals.
    “Another demand is that some of our members removed from the Consolidated Health Salary Structure (CONHESS) be returned and those who have not been placed on the CONHESS be included.
    “We wish to let Gov. Seyi Makinde know that up till now, nothing has been done to address these demands, even after we had given the state government a 14-day ultimatum,” he said.
    Fabunmi said that the 14-day ultimatum elapsed on June 21, adding that up till now, nothing had been heard from the government.
    “In view of the present situation and the agitations from our members, the union has, therefore, resolved to embark on a seven-day warning strike to further call the attention of the government to the need to attend to our agitations.
    “Our members in all the health institutions, ministries and local governments will be participating in the warning strike which will commence on Monday, June 24,” he said.
    NAN reports that nurses and midwives in the state had, on May 21, embarked on indefinite strike, in compliance with the directive of the state chapter of National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM).
    The union, through its state Chairman, Adeyemi Samuel, had cited failure of the state government to address its demands as the reason for calling for the strike.
    NAN also reports that the industrial action embarked on the nurses and midwives had been taking its toll on the health sector, as the usual boisterous nature in most of the hospitals in the state had disappeared. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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    Edited by ‘Wale Sadeeq

  • Cholera: Oyo advises residents to maintain hygiene, report symptoms immediately

    Cholera

    By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko

    Ibadan, June 22, 2024 (NAN) The Oyo State Hospitals Management Board on Saturday in Ibadan urged the state’s residents to promptly report symptoms of cholera to the hospitals while maintaining good personal hygiene.

    The Board’s Chairman, Dr Akin Fagbemi, in a statement urged citizens to ensure proper waste disposal and sanitation practices.

    He further urged them to maintain regular hand-washing with soap, especially before eating and after using the toilet.

    Fagbemi also asked individuals to ensure they eat only properly cooked food and avoid raw or undercooked seafoods.

    “Oral cholera vaccines are available and can be effective in preventing outbreaks.

    ”Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) are good to prevent dehydration, and intravenous fluids can be used in severe cases where oral rehydration is not sufficient.

    “Antibiotics may also be prescribed to reduce the severity and duration of the illness, while zinc supplements are often given to children to reduce the duration of diarrhea,” he said.

    The Board Chairman pointed out that cholera is a food and water-borne disease caused by the ingestion of the vibrio cholerae bacteria.

    He added that it is caused by the vibrio cholerae bacteria which typically spread through contaminated water or food.

    “The symptoms include severe diarrhea and vomiting, which can lead to rapid dehydration, and signs of dehydration include dry mouth, thirst, reduced urine output, and sunken eyes.

    “There is also muscle cramps, due to loss of fluids and electrolytes, shock in severe cases, and leading to death if untreated,” Fagbemi warned.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
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    (Edited by Olawale Alabi)

  • Urgently subsidise food items’ movement to reduce prices, Akinfenwa urges FG

    Food

    By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko

    Ibadan, June 22, 2024 (NAN) The Bishop of Ibadan Diocese in the Anglican Communion, Most Rev. Joseph Akinfenwa, has urged the Federal Government to immediately start the process of subsidising the movement of food items.

    Akinfenwa made the remark on Saturday in Ibadan at the Collation, Institution and Induction of Ven. Samuel Oluwagbade as the Archdeacon of Asi Archdeaconry and Vicar of Immanuel Anglican Church, Asi.

    He said this subsidy would help to reduce high cost of food items and others in the country.

    ”One of the reasons the prices of food items skyrocket daily is the high cost of their movement from the place of production to that of consumption.

    “This is due to the high cost of diesel and fuel,” Akinfenwa explained.

    He went on to advise government to bring back the Price Control Board to monitor the increase in prices of food items in the entire country.

    “The situation in our land now calls for urgent action by all, so that the hunger level will not reach the point of people eating the flesh of others.

    “Local Governments should also stop levying food stuffs to reduce high cost, because there is an urgent need to control prices of items so that charlatans will not be exploiting people,” the Anglican bishop said.

    Akinfenwa also enjoined Nigerians to cultivate the habit of paying taxes at all times to encourage government.

    He further advised all Nigerian families to begin to plant vegetables, pepper, tomatoes and spices in their gardens.

    “The time has come for that really. Plant even in sacks, bottles, and the backyards so that you can eat and sell too to make ends meet.

    ”Moreover, plant also prayers and continue to pray for the nation to be better,” Akinfenwa said.

    He described the newly-inducted Archdeacon Oluwagbade as a man of great and impeccable manners, peaceful, humble and prayerful.

    The Bishop advised him to avoid nepotism and Godfatherism, and never to belong to any camp in the Church but be a father of all in all fairness.

    “Have a heart of the shepherd that will multiply seeds, lead the church to progress and expand God’s kingdom, and also mobilise all age categories in the Church to work for God.

    “Don’t be deceived by the fashion of the new age of Christianity in the world, uphold the godly heritage and doctrine of the Anglican Church.

    “Authority and boldness have been given to you today, so we challenge you to arise and begin to build,” he said.

    The Bishop further urged Oluwagbade’s wife to always support her husband and play the big motherly role expected of her by the Church.

    “You and your husband should ensure you don’t leave the Archdeaconry the way you met it. Wake up, because this new position is a call to action and to serve God faithfully,” Akinfenwa stated.

    While responding, Oluwagbade pledged that he would serve God in all integrity and purity without disappointing the Church and Bishop.

    He thanked the Bishop for giving him the opportunity to serve, and the congregation and all others for their support and prayers.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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    (Edited by Olawale Alabi)

  • Catholic priest urges Oyo govt. to return missionary schools to former owners

    Schools
    By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko
    Ibadan, June 21, 2024 (NAN) A Dominican Priest, Rev. Fr. Anthony Akinwale, on Friday urged Oyo State Government to return the schools taken over from the missionaries to their former owners.
    Akinwale stated this during the burial service of the late Rev. Sr. Agnes Hassan in Ibadan.
    He described the taking over of the schools, which included St. Theresa’s School and St. Patrick’s School, by government as a great injustice to their former owners.
    The priest noted that the late Hassan served God and humanity through her dedicated service in the education sector, especially as a principal at St. Theresa’s School, Ibadan.
    He enjoined the state government to use the memory of the deceased to return the missionary schools to the church, which would also help to instill morals in the students and youths, as it used to be.
    According to him, the return of the schools, taken over by the government many decades ago, will effectively widen the reach of missionary service and restore ethics in the education system.
    Akinwale stated that this would also check crimes and benefit everyone, irrespective of their religious affiliations.
    He described the late reverend sister as one who lived a devoted life, in preparation for death, urging all Christian faithful to emulate her life of simplicity, like that of Jesus Christ.
    “Life is a waiting room; we all wait in it until our final call. She lived each day as if it was her last and she became many things to many people.
    “We should all know that it will be our turn one day and, therefore, emulate Christ’s life of simplicity, as His true followers,” Akinwale said.
    In her remarks, Chairman of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, said that the deceased was a great teacher who was loved by all.
    “She was a peaceful person, principal of principals, fantastic and loving; she trained us at St. Theresa’s School to be the women we are today.
    “Today, we celebrate her in a special way, as you can see. Even if she had children, she might not have been honoured as we can see today,” she said.
    Also, the Chairman of Burial Committee, Mrs Bola Asuni, who was also taught by the late reverend sister, described her as a wonderful teacher who was caring and passionate.
    “She was so peaceful, loving and compassionate. She really lived a life worthy of emulation,” she said.
    Speaking on behalf of the Our Lady of Apostles (OLA) sisters, Rev. Sr. Josephine Enenmo said that the deceased was available to everyone, while her pleasant demeanour endeared her to many.
    Enenmo described her as one who had considerable ability and talent as well as a good sense of humor and responsibility.
    “She lived as a dedicated disciple of Christ. It was always her wish and prayer to slip quietly into eternal sleep,” she said.
    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that late Hassan died on May 22 after a brief illness at 87. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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    Edited by Ayodeji Alabi and ‘Wale Sadeeq

  • Cholera fatal but preventable – Physicians

     

    Cholera

    By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko

    Ibadan, June 21, 2024 (NAN) Family Physicians have emphasised that cholera, though fatal, was preventable if government at all levels and relevant stakeholders would do the needful.

    They spoke in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Ibadan.

    Speaking with NAN, Dr Francis Sanwo, the Medical Director of Our Lady of Apostle Catholic Hospital, Oluyoro, Oke Offa, Ibadan, said that cholera is an easily treatable disease if handled promptly.

    “Majority of people can be treated successfully for cholera through prompt administration of Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS).

    “The WHO/UNICEF ORS standard is for a sachet of ORS to be dissolved in one litre (L) of clean water while adult patients may require up to six  litres of ORS to treat moderate dehydration on the first day”.

    The family physician advised that rapid access to treatment was essential during a cholera outbreak while oral rehydration should be available in communities, in addition to larger treatment centres that could provide intravenous fluids and 24 hour care.

    “With early and proper treatment, the case fatality rate should remain below one per cent.

    “Zinc is an important adjunctive therapy for children under five, which also reduces the duration of diarrhoea and may prevent future episodes of other causes of acute watery diarrhoea.

    “Provision of safe water and sanitation is critical to prevent and control the transmission of cholera, a multifaceted approach is key to control cholera, and to reduce deaths.

    “A combination of surveillance, water, sanitation and hygiene(environmental and personal), social mobilisation, treatment, and oral cholera vaccines are used.”

    This, he added, should involve governments at various levels, communities, families and personal hygiene.

    Sanwo advised people to always wash their hands with soap and water frequently, especially after using the toilet and before and after handling food.

    He urged individuals to drink only safe water, including bottled water or water they had boiled or disinfected by themselves.

    “Use bottled water even to brush your teeth. Don’t add ice to your drinks unless you made it yourself using safe water. Eat food that’s completely cooked and hot and avoid street vendor food, if possible.

    “Take fruits and vegetables that you can peel yourself, such as bananas, oranges and avocados.

    “Community engagement means that people and communities are part of the process of developing and implementing programmes.

    “Local culture practices and beliefs are central to promoting actions such as the adoption of protective hygiene measures such as handwashing with soap, safe preparation and storage of food and safe disposal of the feaces.

    “Funeral practices for individuals who die from cholera should be well handled to prevent infection among attendees,” he said.

    Also, according to Dr Olufemi Okedare, Oyo State Chairman of Society of Family Physicians of Nigeria (SOFPON), cholera is a bacteria disease of which the bacteria contaminates food or water and when taken, leads to gastroenteritis.

    This diarrhoea and vomiting, he adds, leads to loss of fluids and electrolytes leading to dehydration, shock and kidney failure and eventually death.

    According to him, Cholera is preventable by provision of clean potable water and cultural hygienic practices including people watching the water and food they take.

    “Wash hands frequently  and get treated promptly when infected.

    “Salt and sugar solution drinking even before getting to hospital;  emergency response by government when there is epidemic like this, having a ward for cholera  for urgent rehydration and treatment were all paramount,” Okedare said. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
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    Edited by Vivian Ihechu

  • Regular eye examination vital for preventing Glaucoma-induced blindness — Opthalmologist

    Regular eye examination vital for preventing Glaucoma-induced blindness — Opthalmologist

    Glaucoma

    By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko

    Ibadan, June 20, 2024 (NAN) An Opthalmologist at Eleta Eye Institute, Ibadan, Prof. Affiong Ibanga, has urged Nigerians to always do regular eye examination for early detection of Glaucoma.

    She also stressed on appropriate treatment to prevent blindness that could result from the disease.

    Ibanga made the remarks on Thursday while delivering a lecture during a Glaucoma awareness seminar organised by Eleta Eye Institute, Ibadan.

    The professor of Glaucoma Care and Research at the Eleta Institute spoke on the topic “Unlocking the mysteries of Glaucoma – all you need to know”.

    She urged people to make it a habit to visit the eye doctor and have their eyes checked yearly.

    The professor said that early eye screening and treatment would prevent the eye from deteriorating.

    She emphasised that glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness, adding that screening for glaucoma is important for early detection and treatment.

    According to her, glaucoma is a group of diseases that can cause damage to the optic nerve and the inability of the fluid produced in the front of the eye to drain normally.

    She noted that it was possible for one to have glaucoma and not know until it was too late, while compliance with care could help prevent blindness in people with glaucoma.

    The opthalmologist also noted that glaucoma symptoms include blurry vision, poor night vision, bumping into objects, among others.

    “One thing about glaucoma is that it has no cure, we have to diagnose it early and manage it appropriately because the blindness caused by it is irreversible.

    “It can be managed through the use of eye drops, tablets and surgery can be done too.

    “To prevent vision loss, there is also need to control systematic diseases such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, use protective eyewear, eat plenty of leafy vegetables and coloured fruits,” she said.

    The chairman of Eleta Eye Foundation, Dr Gboyega Ajayi, remarked that glaucoma is a condition that could destroy the eye without the person knowing it.

    “If a person comes to the clinic complaining of poor vision, if it’s not other eye diseases, glaucoma is likely the case.

    “Early detection of it is very important, we are creating awareness for glaucoma to prevent blindness from Glaucoma because blindness from it is irreversible.

    ,”We invited our patients to interact with them so that they can ask questions on issues bothering them, our aim is to reduce the burden caused by this terrible eye disease,” he said.

    One of the Glaucoma patients who preferred to be anonymous thanked the Eye Institute for helping him to manage the situation.

    He urged people to always visit eye doctors for proper examination.

    “If I visited an eye doctor earlier, one my eyes might not have gone, so early detection of it and following the adequate management such as they give at the institute will surely help,” he said. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
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    Edited by Oluwole Sogunle

  • 24-year-old arraigned for allegedly possessing gun

    Gun
    By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko
    Ibadan, June 20, 2024 (NAN) A 24-year-old man, Toheeb Oyedepo, was on Thursday arraigned before an Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court, Ibadan, for allegedly possessing a single barrel gun.
    Oyedepo, whose address was not provided, was charged with unlawful possession of a single barrel gun, to which he, however, pleaded not guilty.
    The Prosecutor, Insp Olalekan Adegbite, told the court that the defendant committed the offence on April 18 at about 1 p.m. at Okeola area of Ibadan.
    Adegbite said that the defendant unlawfully possessed the cut-to-size locally-made gun, of which he could not give satisfactory account.
    He said that the offence contravened Section 417 of the Criminal Laws of Oyo State, 2000.
    The Magistrate, Mrs Oluwabusayo Osho, granted the defendant bail in the sum of N500,000, with two reliable sureties in like sum.
    She adjourned the case till July 11 for hearing. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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    Debo Oshundun and ‘Wale Sadeeq

  • Mechanic docked for allegedly stealing car worth N5m

    Theft
    By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko
    Ibadan, June 20, 2024 (NAN) A 44-year-old mechanic, Rasheed Saheed, on Thursday, appeared before a Grade ‘A’ Customary Court, Ibadan, over alleged stealing of a car worth N5 million.
    Saheed, whose address was not provided, is facing a two-count charge of stealing and conduct likely to cause breach of peace.
    He, however, pleaded not guilty to the charges.
    The Prosecutor, Mr Philip Amusan, told the court that the defendant committed the offences on Feb. 17 at 6.00 p.m. at Apata area of Ibadan.
    Amusan said that Saheed abandoned the car which was given to him to repair on the highway, being property of one Oluwadamilare Oladeji.
    He said that the car key was given to the defendant to remove the car which developed fault on the high way and repair, but he failed to do so.
    The prosecutor said that the defendant conducted himself in a manner likely to cause breach of peace.
    The offences, according to him, contravened Sections 249(d) and 390(9) of the Criminal Laws of Oyo State, 2000.
    The Court President, Mrs Moji Aworemi, granted the defendant bail in the sum of N1 million, with two sureties in like sum.
    Aworemi said that one of the sureties must be a blood relation to the defendant and adjourned the case till July 22 for hearing. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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    Edited by ‘Wale Sadeeq