Author: The Nation

Founder of Saga Foundation, a Non-Government Organisation, Shola Agboola, has dissociated himself and the organisation from Peter and Osazee, who have been using his name and pictures to perpetrate fraud.

A statement by Agboola warned the public to beware of Peter and Osazee who were using two banks and phone number 08063174674 to collect funds from victims, promising to assist them in obtaining Canadian visas or work permits.

“We state that Saga Foundation Inc. has no affiliation with Peter and Osazee. The foundation and Shola Agboola have never authorised either of them to represent the organisation or the founder/CEO.

“Their actions are fraudulent and illegal. We urge the public to be vigilant and report suspicious activity related to these scammers to the authorities.

“We would like to reiterate that Saga Foundation is not in the business of processing Canadian visas for anyone. Therefore, the foundation or CEO would not reach out to anyone to offer such services.”

Agboola added the social media accounts of Saga Foundation on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram are @sholaagboola_amb.

He advised the public to ‘beware of other accounts.

As part of efforts to ensure access and sustainable  health insurance, especially for the poor and vulnerable, National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has said there is need for novel sources of funding.

The authority, noting most Nigerians incur huge expenses for health, stressed the compulsory nature of health insurance will ensure over 80 million poor and the vulnerable have access to qualitative healthcare services.

Speaking during a policy dialogue on accelerating implementation of NHIA Act to improve health insurance coverage, organised by NHIA, in collaboration with Nigeria Health Watch, Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of NHIA, Prof. Mohammed Sambo, stressed there is a strong relationship between health, productivity and socio economic development. Therefore, it should be prioritised.

He said: “If we get the finance of health system right, in terms of revenue mobilisations, revenue pooling, and strategic purchasing mechanism, then it drives the remaining blocks of the healthcare system, including governance, human resource for health, quality healthcare services, access to medicines, and reliable information.

“Health insurance plays a significant role in attainment of universal health coverage and attainment of sustainable development goal agenda. There is still  work to be done in  advocacy, collaboration, implementation, monitoring, and sanctions for erring parties…”

Director-General of Budget Office, Ben Akabueze, stressed Nigeria must find innovative financing for health insurance provision through Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF), health insurance levy, budgetary allocations, accruals from the VGF from NHIA investments, donations, grants, gifts etc., and private sector focused innovative financing.

“Health is on the residual list, which means it is the responsibility of the state to provide for its people. States must take responsibility for providing qualitative and accessible health for their people,” he said.

Wife of Lagos State Governor, Mrs. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has assured residents the state will be repositioned for better governance in the next four years.

Mrs. Sanwo-Olu spoke at a seminar/sensitisation for market leaders and stakeholders in Epe Local Government. The sensitisation, seventh in the series, enlightened market stakeholders on security and safety in markets.

The governor’ wife said the efforts are to evaluate the of markets towards ensuring they become modela.

She said: “The Office of First Lady, with Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO), has collaborated with Ministry of Local Government and Community Affairs to reach out to market stakeholders to ensure safety and hygiene in markets. This is because we cannot stop talking about security, safety, and hygiene in markets as they enable the success of market. The markets remain the place where we source most of consumables, therefore we cannot afford to compromise on hygiene and safety.’’

Mrs. Sanwo-Olu urged leaders in the 382 registered markets to safeguard the markets from attacks, fire, epidemics and other vices.

Special Adviser to the governor on Local Government and Community Affairs, Bolaji Kayode, thanked Mrs. Sanwo-Olu for her commitment to ensuring markets align with global standards in security and hygiene.

Also thanking stakeholders for their support to government, Kayode said the last editions helped to regularise the market space thus increasing compliance with safety measures.

Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tunji Bello, represented by Hassan Sanuth, hailed the market management in Epe for good hygiene and proper waste disposal.

Presentations at the seminar included Preventive Healthcare, Fire prevention and safety in Markets, Information Management as a Security Tool in Lagos Open Markets, Role of Market Leaders in Security and Safety in Community Policing, among others.

Funeral  service for Princess Felicia Anisulowo, who died on January 27, at 115, will hold at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, Are Ekiti, today.

Lying in state and wake will be held same day at his home, 17B Inisa quarters, Odo ode street, Are Ekiti, by 5pm.

Eagle Aromatic Schnapps, Nigeria’s premium prayer drink and cultural heritage brand byIntercontinental Distillers Limited (IDL), has congratulated AbduKabir Obalanlege, Lanlege Ekun  II,  Olota of Ota, Awori on his fifth coronation.

In a message to the ruler, the brand described Obalanlege as a visionary leader and a loving father whose tenure has brought progress and development to Ota and Aworiland.

Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of IDL, Chief Patrick Anegbe, who is the Baase Maraya of Ota , in a statement, said the Kabiyesi in his first five years on the throne, made indelible mark on the kingdom.

 He noted Obalanlege, as a scholar, has contributed to development of Ogun State and Nigeria by availing his global exposure and rich educational qualifications in advancing peace and unity.

“As we celebrate Kabiyesi’s five years on the throne of Olota of Ota, Eagle Aromatic Schnapps prays for his  continued strength, good health and long life. We pray that God continues to grant him wisdom  to steer the affairs of the kingdom ,” he stated.

 Anegbe further prayed Obalanlege would continue to prosper on the throne, and Ota town, and Aworiland would witness peace and tranquility.

 “As a worthy partner with the  Olota and Ota, we wish Kabiyesi more years and a long reign on the throne,” he said.

University of Lagos (UNILAG) Alumni Association, Lagos Chapter, has said it will launch skill acquisition for graduates.

 The association spoke during a visit to Senator Solomon Ganiyu in Lagos.

Ganiyu, who promised to support the project, urged the alumni to imbibe policies to help the institution.

Alumni Chair, Owoeye Adedeji, hailed Ganiyu for his support, and  sought his assistance for the project .

“Senator understands the system in UNILAG. He has been part of it. He has sown seeds in it, even unannounced.

“The intention behind this initiative is for them to become creative and be self employed.”

Public Relations Officer, Prince Adekunle said “they are driven by the fact that jobs and skills are non-existent. This is a way of giving back to society.”

Anniversary and thanksgiving service of Christ Ambassador Praying Ministry will hold tomorrow at 27, Awoniyi Street, Mushin.

A statement by Prophet Peter Oladejo said the guest speaker is Prophet Akinola Fasawe.

The anniversary begins at 12pm

Education World Forum 2023, the largest annual gathering of Education ministers took place from May 7 to May 10 in London.

  With the theme: “New Beginnings: Nurturing Learning Culture, Building Resilience, Promoting Sustainability. Stronger, Bolder, Better Education by Design,” this year’s forum explored innovative ways to build stronger, bolder, and better education systems that meet the needs of today’s learners and prepare them for future challenges.

The forum brought together policymakers, educators, industry leaders, and thought leaders to share best practices, discuss emerging trends, and collaborate on strategies to transform education.

Among notable presentations was KwaraLEARN’s, Kwara Leading Education Achievement and Reform Now, transformative approach, which offered a fresh perspective on revolutionising learning experience in Kwara State.

During the forum, Mrs Mary Adeoshun,permanent secretary of Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development, shed light on improvements made by KwaraLEARN, basic education reform spearheaded by Kwara State Governor, Malam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq-led administration.

Speaking on the sidelines of the forum, Mrs Adeoshun highlighted systematic improvements in the quality of education witnessed across Kwara’s public primary schools.

Through KwaraLEARN, the state has undertaken a transformative approach to enhance the educational experience, ensuring pupils receive well rounded and empowering education that prepares them for a successful future.

The programme’s innovative initiatives and commitment to excellence have garnered attention and admiration, making it a shining example of effective educational reform on a global stage.