Toyin F. Adebayo

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Correspondent at Independent (Nigeria)

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Ada George Brought Only Violence, Not Development To Rivers, Wike Fires Back

2 weeks ago | independent.ng | Toyin F. Adebayo

ABUJA – Former Governor of Rivers State, Rufus Ada George, has been challenged to point to a single legacy of positive development he left behind, beyond the introduction of violence, political killings, and ethnic divisions. The challenge was thrown by Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike, in a strongly worded statement on Thursday.
DINABi Tasks Governments On Inclusion Of PWDs In Social, Health Policies

2 weeks ago | independent.ng | Toyin F. Adebayo

AKURE – Government at all levels have been charged to work more on how to provide equal opportunity for people with disabilities(PWDs) like every other citizen particularly in social and health policies.
Rivers Crisis: Wike’s Aide Chides Ada George, Says “Some Elders Now Speak Like Children”

2 weeks ago | independent.ng | Toyin F. Adebayo

ABUJA – The Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Lere Olayinka, has criticised former Rivers State Governor, Rufus Ada George, over comments accusing FCT Minister Nyesom Wike of orchestrating the political crisis in Rivers State.
FCTA Develops First-Ever Agriculture Policy To Combat Food Insecurity

2 weeks ago | independent.ng | Toyin F. Adebayo

ABUJA – In a bold move to address the rising threat of food insecurity, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has commenced work on its first-ever agriculture policy framework aimed at transforming food production and sustainability across the six Area Councils.
SIOGA Abuja Branch Re-elects Isibor As President, Unveils New Exco

2 weeks ago | independent.ng | Toyin F. Adebayo

ABUJA – The Saint Ita’s Old Girls Association (SIOGA), Abuja Branch, has elected a new set of executive members to lead the affairs of the association for the next two years, with the outgoing President, Mrs. Cecilia Saduwa Isibor, re-elected to continue her leadership. The election, which took place in Abuja, was described as free, fair, and credible. Members turned out in large numbers to participate in the process, demonstrating strong commitment to the continued growth and unity of the branch.
Uphold Service Excellence, Embrace Reforms, Plan For Future, Kachollom Charges Directors

2 weeks ago | independent.ng | Toyin F. Adebayo

ABUJA – The Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Daju Kachollom has charged Directors in the Ministry to strengthen service delivery mechanisms and embrace a culture of strategic succession planning in order to sustain the sector’s gains and ensure continuity in healthcare reforms.
FCT Enrolls Nearly 200,000 In Health Insurance Scheme, Intensifies Fight Against Maternal Mortality

2 weeks ago | independent.ng | Toyin F. Adebayo

ABUJA – The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has enrolled 198,810 residents in the FCT Health Insurance Scheme (FHIS) within the last year, surpassing its annual target and reinforcing its commitment to ending maternal and infant mortality. This was disclosed on Tuesday by Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the FCT Minister, Barrister Nyesom Wike.
FG Warns Illegal Miners Over Zamfara Lead Poisoning, Awaits Experts’ Report

2 weeks ago | independent.ng | Toyin F. Adebayo

ABUJA – The Federal Government has issued a stern warning to illegal miners in Zamfara State, urging them to vacate all mining sites immediately as the ban on mining activities in the state remains in force. This was made known by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, in reaction to reports of a recent lead poisoning outbreak in Bugundu Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Wike Honoured With Leadership Quinquennial Award For Governance, Infrastructure

2 weeks ago | independent.ng | Toyin F. Adebayo

ABUJA – The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, has been honoured with the prestigious Leadership Newspapers Quinquennial Award for Outstanding Person in Governance and Infrastructure, in recognition of his transformative leadership and contributions to infrastructure development in the nation’s capital. The award was presented at the 17th Annual Leadership Conference and Awards, held at the State House Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa, Abuja.
FG Targets 120,000 Health Workers In Drive To Cut Maternal, Infant Deaths - Dr Salako

2 weeks ago | independent.ng | Toyin F. Adebayo

ABUJA – As part of efforts to curb Nigeria’s unacceptably high maternal and infant mortality rates, the Federal Government has set an ambitious target to train 120,000 frontline health workers, half of whom have already received specialized training.