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Newspaper headlines for Tuesday March 24, 2020

The Nation
Self-service for GOtv subscribers
LCCI chief praises CBNs N3.5tr grant to firms

N587.7million fraud: ECOWAS official agrees to forfeit N245million asset
ABCON directs BDCs to sell forex at CBNs rate
Nasarawa SSG collected N1b without payment voucher
Court fixes judgment in Sanusis suit
Ex-IGP gives scholarship to students
Bauchi governor, family members in self isolation
AMCON moves to seize Ogborus 22 accounts
My son not at play lounge in Abuja, says Atiku
We dont operate social media handles, says DSS
Federal Govt to Nigerians: get ready for tough measures
Police disperse Shiites protesters
Presidency accuses Reps of avoiding screening at airport
Bala Mohammed will only serve a term in Bauchi
Awori strategising for future polls, says Olagbayi
How to end Lagos Assembly crisis, by lawmaker
Okowa, Delta PDP and politics of succession
Katsina: Aggrieved PDP aspirants demand cancellation of Congresses
COVID-19: Recession looms, says IMFs chief
Petrol scarcity looms, says IPMAN
Lagos Airport records lull in commercial activities
Manufacturers to protect workers against covid-19
Revenue challenge: FIRS urges workers to meet N8.5tr target
Insecurity threatens $422.9m savings from wheat import
Estate valuation contribution to devt dipping
Brains and Hammers unveils 3400-unit housing estate
Architecture: HND graduates need more modules to be registered

Vanguard
Hope Uzodinma assigns portfolios to commissioners
COVID-19: PDP suspends political activities
COVID-19: FBNQuest projects hiccups in trade activities
FAAC shares N582bn to FG, states, LGs: Revenue falls by N64.4bn
COVID-19: NPA, Shippers’ Council on lockdown
COVID-19: Christian Council of Nigeria says no to public gathering
RAGING CORONAVIRUS: Let’s lock down now, says Aisha Buhari
COVID-19: S’West states move to stem spread
Money Laundering Charge: Ex-HoS, Oyo-Ita docked, secures N100m bail
Police disperse violent protest by El-Zakzaky’s sect in Abuja
Ebonyi govt bans burial, wedding ceremonies, night clubs, others
New Minimum Wage: NLC, TUC declare strike in Rivers over differences with govt
COVID 19: Economic challenges won’t hinder project completion, salary payment ‘ Fayemi
Isolation: Minister threatens to publish names of people unwilling to comply
Akeredolu approves appointment of Saraki’s Ex-Aide as Olupenmen
COVID-19 : Nigeria seeks China support, as cases reach 36
Abuja resident doctors suspend strike over surge in Coronavirus spread
COVID-19: We need radical measures
COVID 19-: Ondo PDP reacts to ban on political gathering by state government
COVID-19: Oil price sheds gains, dips to $22 per barrel
IMF projects negative outlook for global growth in 2020
Olayinka becomes acting MD of Keystone Bank
Crude oil price crash will raise Nigeria’s debt-to-revenue ratio ‘ FDC
COVID-19: Investors lose N259.2bn as NSE Index drops 2.2%
Agric-business: World Bank ranks Nigeria 7th in Africa
Naira devaluation to pressure banks’ assets in 2020 ‘ Moody’s
UEFA postpones Champions League, Europa League finals
A destiny among the nations (1)
Thisday
PPPRA: Marketers to Leverage Price Cap Removal, Resume Petrol Import
NERC Considering Take or Pay Penalty for DISCOs
Rising to Oil Price Slump Challenge
PwC Unveils Solution to Simplify Tax Process
NCDMB Earmarks $50m for Research, Development
Kunle: Now is Time to End Subsidy, Withdraw from OPEC
IB Plc Inaugurates N44m Health Centre in Rivers Community
AfDB Supports Blue Economy with $800,000 Grant
COVID-19: Zinox Unveils Solution to Address School Shut-down
COVID-19: Microsoft to Offer Free Remote Working Solution
Street Business School Empowers Indigent Women
ANMFIN Takes Over HoneyPays
Malta Guinness Supports Argungu Festival
Winners Emerge in Bartender Competition
Stanbic IBTC to Reward Customers
Incubation Programme Launched
Covid-19: Telcos Move to Ensure Hitch-free Telecoms Services
Inching Towards a Lockdown
How COVID-19 Challenges the Responsiveness of the 9th Senate
IHEDIOHAS GLOWING VISION
Enyimba Confirm Kidnap of Dayo Ojo in Ondo State
Crisis Rocks Katsina PDP over Congresses
Rangers Reveal Insurance Package for Late Ifeanyi George
NOC Backs President Buhari on Postponement of Edo 2020
Dare, Amokachi Hail 1980 Green Eagles
Corona Chronicles
Why Schools Must Give Attention to Sports, by PTA Boss
Sleeping at the Wheel
Punch
AMCON moves against Ogboru, firm over N784m debt
Ogun residents beg Abiodun over Ilaro-Owode road
Benue uncovers 3,460 ghost workers in 23 LGs
Two Delta social workers jailed for child trafficking
Uzodinma inaugurates commissioners, advisers
EFCC re-arraigns ex-NDDC director, others for N3.6bn bribery
El-Rufai directs strict enforcement of restriction order
Troops kill 54 BHaram terrorists, recover AK-47 rifles
Oyinlola, others exit wont affect Oyetola, APC Osun chair
Stop instigating political hatred
CCB launches online asset declaration platform
CRiver PDP leadership tussle tears party apart
No president invested in agric like Buhari VON DG
People watching more content amid coronavirus pandemic Netflix
Myths about coronavirus disease (covid-19)
COVID-19: Keep seaports open, terminal operators urge government
Lock down Nigeria now!
Python community to groom AI developers in Nigeria
Rotary seeks to combat maternal, child mortality
Sanusi II: Sacked for talking too much
First commercial gold mine construction begins in Osun
COVID-19: Why Nigeria may be worse than Italy
Publisher urges students to imbibe reading culture
Rapid, collective action is solution to COVID-19 pandemic
Samsung, Oppo, Vivo halt smartphone production in India
Nigeria will be in serious crisis should COVID-19 last for six more months Afrinvest MD
COVID-19: Neimeth advocates regular use of antiseptics
NOHIL advises trauma patients to seek early treatment
Daily Trust
COVID-19: N/Assembly set to shutdown today
Osun Assembly shuts down over coronavirus
INEC suspends activities over coronavirus
APC, PDP shutdown secretariats
APC crisis: NWC member enforces court order, locks Onilu’s office
LG poll: C’River acting CJ constitutes election tribunals
Ayade gives 121 party bigwigs, loyalists appointments
Lagos speaker denies contract manipulation allegation
Ajimobi apologises, vows to reposition Oyo APC
Covid-19: Imo govt defies own ban on gathering, inaugurates commissioners, aides
COVID-19: UNILAG staff to stay at home for 2 weeks
32-year-old man gets N200,000 bail for allegedly stealing N40,000 phone
Coronavirus: Anambra Police command test personnel
Coronavirus spreading faster, now over 330,000 cases globally ‘ WHO
Coronavirus: How many people will die
Imam dies from coronavirus in Gambia
Coronavirus kills 2 senior military officers in Egypt
Celebrities hit by the coronavirus
Coronavirus: Nigeria’s confirmed cases rise to 40
Coronavirus: Nigeria denies buying used protective gear from China
Barau Dikko restricts hospital visitation over Covid-19
Adamawa gets committee to contain Covid-19
Covid-19: We’re witnessing unprecedented demand for chloroquine’ACPN
BREAKING: Nigeria records first death from coronavirus
UPDATED: Nigeria’s COVID-19 cases rise to 36
The Airport is closed
COVID-19: Nigerian businesses should brace up for greater challenges ahead ‘ Stanbic IBTC CEO
COVID-19 shutdown won’t dry up my goals- Mustapha Ibrahim
The Sun
Cross River congress: Stakeholders storm PDP secretariat, demand fair, free contest
Furore over Senate’s move to ban generator importation
Delta 2023: Those angling to succeed Okowa
Alaba International Market suffering from serious neglect ‘Nnabuike
Sanusi should not have been Emir of Kano ‘Mustapha, Islamic cleric
COVID-19: Osun House of Assembly suspends legislative activities
Uzodinma to commissioners: Don’t abuse your oath of office
Rangers announces insurance package for George
Coronavirus: Osimhen, Chukwueze cry for Nigeria
Kalu Nigeria’s top dribbler in Europe
Dare mourns Rangers’ George
Abducted Enyimba players: Kidnappers demand N20m ransom
Liverpool shortlists Chukwueze, 2 others
Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games Nigeria silent as Canada, Australia pull out
Tokyo Olympics postponed til 2021 due to coronavirus
Kidnappers demand N20m for release of Enyimba, Abia Comets players
COVID-19: Ex-Man United midfielder Marouane Fellaini tests positive
NSE: Investors pump up transaction volume by 22.4%
Stimulus: Central banks in haste to raise wobbly economies
Covid-19: Seaports remain open ‘NPA
Jamoh meets stakeholders, pledges to move NIMASA forward
Personal finance management: How to budget for Coronavirus crisis
COVID-19: FG urges MAN to increase production of essential commodities
Keystone, LCCI partner on MSMEs consultancy
Forex: ABCON orders members to sell at N380/$
9mobile boosts customer confidence at Channel Partners Conference
BPP trains procurement officers on public expenditure
Ex-VP clears air on son’s COVID -19 case
Guardian
Oshiomhole shuts down APC secretariat as PDP directs partial closure
Ngwa old boys meet tomorrow amid Covid-19 scare
Teacher nabbed for defiling 14-year-old student in Ogun
Our insurers have started processing compensation for late George’s family
Arsenal cancel training despite players completing 14-day quarantine
Fury’s decision to return license may save him from UKAD
NFF set to battle with Dutch counterparts for Zirkzee
Barcelona ready to sell Griezmann
Cameroun legend, Eto’o pleads with Africans over Covid-19
Awaziem ready to leave Porto on permanent deal
FiberOne Broadband expands further within Lekki
NLC seeks extension of fuel price reduction to other products
We are still open for business, says Eko Hotels
Nigeria must allow petrol prices move with parity, says Baru
Companies, ICT firms go remote as COVID-19 spreads
Vessels’ call at Lagos port shrinks, amid coronavirus fears
Samsung records major milestones, expands activities in Lagos shipyard
TUC urges Sanwo-Olu to expand restriction order to curtail COVID-19 spread
The Senate and certificates for high offices
Diversification, states and their mineral resources
Deliver us from evil
The Nigeria of my dream at 60: It is up to us, now – Part 2
Turning the tides against infectious diseases: The microbial pathologist’s nexus – Part 6
Survival of Boko Haram is crucial for Nigeria
Revisiting a national political debate
Covid-19: Why we must panic
NEPZA’s complicity in frustrating foreign investments in free zones
Court jails man for insulting DPO in Abuja
Daily Times
COVID-19: Police chief orders decongestion of police cells
FCT resident doctors suspends 8 -day warning strike
FAAC shares N581.5bn for February
COVID-19: Rivers closes public parks, nightclubs, cinemas
COVID-19: INEC suspends regular activities for 14 days
IPPIS: ASUU commences indefinite strike action
Niger imposes dawn to dusk curfew to avert coronavirus outbreak
COVID-19: Osun House of Assembly suspends legislative activities
Ize-Iyamu commends Buhari for bringing APC crisis to an end
I will remove any LG Chairman when it comes to insecurity Gov. Lalong
2023 Presidency: South East begins grassroots mobilisation
2023 Presidency: Southeast begins grassroots mobilization
Just In: Oshiomhole orders Shut down of APC National Secretariat over Covid-19
Just In: Court grants Oyo-Ita N100m bail
COVID 19 : Gov. Fintiri suspends official trips, cuts down budget
Southern Youth Leader commends Abba Kyari for exemplary management of presidential office
5 Tanzania railways officials killed in train accident
Vitamin C, cure for Covid-19
COVID-19: We have the capacity to handle infected patients Gov Lalong
Your pets cant give you Coronavirus
Federal parliament passes virus packages
Tuberculosis: Stakeholders take awareness campaign to market
Just In: Covid19: NCDC announces five new confirmed cases
Access to water is critical to fighting COVID-19 pandemic WHO
Daily Times Newspaper, Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Coronavirus: FG orders closure of all land borders
COVID-19: IMF warns of looming global financial crisis
COVID-19: CJN Orders temporary closure of Courts
Daily Independent
COVID-19: Kenya Nears Lockdown
Community Leaders Worried Over School Feeding Programme In Enugu
Ukwa East PDP Stakeholders Adopt Former Speaker For State Chairmanship
We Planted 70 Churches, Built Over 120 Primary, Secondary Schools ‘Niger Anglican Diocese
Enugu Govt To Organize Talent Hunt After Seven Years
APC: One Week, One Trouble
Nigerian Leaders Must Have Political Will To Tackle Coronavirus ‘Daniel
COVID-19: Nigeria’s Medical Response Capacity Inefficient ‘Obaze
Delta APC Should Stop Unnecessary Criticism, Join Hands With Okowa ‘Onuesoke
COVID-19: Osun Bans Overloading Of Commercial Buses
COVID-19: ‘Come To Work Once A Week’, Dapo Abiodun Orders Workers
Time to Reposition Nigeria Beyond Oil
COVID-19: FIRS Assures On N8.5trn Target
Capital Market Can Rescue Nigeria’s Economy ‘ Amosun
Global Lockdown Crashes Oil Price
Coronavirus: FG, MAN, Fine-Tune Plans To Protect Local Industries
NNPC Posts N5.28bn Trading Surplus In December 2019
NDDC Begins Documentation For Quick Service Delivery
Lagos Gets Residents’ Nod On Soluyi Network Of Roads
National Tourism Transportation Summit Suspended
Impending Shrink In Global Oil Demand Puts Nigeria On The Edge
Covid-19: Stakeholders Canvass Support For Nigerian Airlines
June 7 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Cancelled
Chelsea Women Agree To Sign Bayern Munich’s Melanie Leupolz
COVID-19: NRL Suspends 2020 Season
Man Utd In Talks With 90M Transfer Target
WHO, FIFA Launch Campaign To ‘Kick Out Covid-19
BREAKING: Coronavirus: Presidency Writes Gbajabiamila Over Members’ Evasion Of Airport Screening, Self Isolation
Tribune
Oyo govt orders closure of all night clubs, limits gatherings at wedding, burial ceremonies to 30
Coronavirus: Ganduje orders closure of event centres in Kano
COVID-19: Ondo PDP cancels congress
Ecobank shuts Abuja branch after customer dies from coronavirus
BREAKING: Nigeria records four new cases of coronavirus, total now 40
FG orders civil servants on Levels 1 to 12 to work from home, officers who travelled recently to self-isolate
COVID-19: Stay at home, FG tells Abuja, Lagos residents
BREAKING: Edmund Obilo, popular Ibadan-based broadcast journalist, tests negative to coronavirus
Coronavirus: Messi, Owen, Tour, Eto’o lead 26 footballers to launch WHO, FIFA joint campaign
Why Nigeria needs more investment in rice
SSASCGOC-AUCPTRE: NIC finally settles crisis
Lagos to introduce policy on plastic waste management
Edo PDP not used to congress ‘Oduyoye
Benin City hosts maiden Green Hangout
Power tussle over PDP structures
HOMEF, CSOs, farmer groups stage anti-GMO foods protest in Lagos
Subscriber group seeks NCC’s collaboration to strengthen consumer protection
African Tech, Creative Group launch ten MyAfCFTA Nodes across Africa
Jumia Nigeria announces Tech Week 2020, Stay Safe campaign
Dangote cement to issue N300bn bonds
FIRS workers pledge to achieve N8.5trn target
Equities investors lose N259.2bn on gloomy trades
Blue Print
Akwa United chairman holds grand wedding for Canada-based son in Lagos
NFF blames coronavirus for delay in Rohr’s contract renewal
Breaking: Nigeria records 40 cases, 4 new COVID-19 patients discovered
Breaking ‘ COVID-19: Stay at home, Ramaphosa orders residents
Breaking: Zamfara shuts down over Coronavirus
Breaking ‘ COVID-19: UK shuts down
COVID-19: FG shuts land borders, suspends FEC, Council of State meetings, tells Abuja, Lagos residents, civil servants what next to do
Coronavirus: Presidency writes Gbajabiamila over Reps’ disdain for airport screening
Grassroots club owners decries spate of deaths in Nigerian football
Nigerian players’ union writes police, demands release of kidnapped footballers
NOUN secures NUC approval to run 6 new courses
Reps’continuous drama over MDAs’ audited accounts
To end AIDS, we must end inequality
Breaking: Finally, France ‘gets total cure for Coronavirus
Communities in 4 LGs take ownership of govt projects
ITF suspends graduation ceremonies due to Coronavirus
Fresh recruitment: DSS opens up on employment procedure, gives out official email address
CJN shuts down courts over COVID19
Identity of COVID -19 patient in Edo revealed
Publish names of all who arrived in the last one week, group tells FG
Will NASS shutdown over Coronavirus
Insecurity: Laws prohibiting arms for private security obsolete, practitioners insist
Religious leaders, media urged to shun fake news, misinformation
Breaking ‘ COVID19: Wike makes fresh pronouncements, threatens LG Chairmen
Insecurity: RCCG pastor raises alarm over threat to brother’s life
APC shuts national secretariat for 2 weeks over Coronavirus
Coronavirus: Group mobilises Nigerians to clean country of filth, dirt
Japan soccer player Kawasumi pulls out of torch relay
Sports
2019-2021 FIBA Table Official Course to hold in April – Peoples Daily
40 years after Nations Cup victory: Shagari, market women inspired us to win trophy, says Owolabi – New Telegraph
7 of the Best Moments of Johan Cruyff’s Career – FTBpro
A-League and Australian football news LIVE: FFA announce suspension of the A-League – Goal
Abducted Enyimba players: Kidnappers demand N20m ransom – The Sun
Anderlecht players asked to give up one month’s wages – Daily Trust
Arsenal cancel training after 14-day isolation period – Daily Trust
Arsenal cancel training despite players completing 14-day quarantine – Guardian
Arteta opens up on recovery from Coronavirus – Daily Times
Arteta: I’ve recovered from coronavirus – New Telegraph
Ashley criticised as Sports Direct remains open despite government lockdown over coronavirus – Goal
Awaziem ready to leave Porto on permanent deal – Guardian
Azerbaijan Grand Prix postponed amid pandemic – CNN
Barcelona ready to sell Griezmann – Guardian
Cameroun legend, Eto’o pleads with Africans over Covid-19 – Guardian
Can Nketiah replace Aubameyang as Arsenal’s attacking lynchpin – Goal
Canada first out of Olympics as Japan admits Games not viable – Daily Times
Chelsea Women Agree To Sign Bayern Munich’s Melanie Leupolz – Daily Independent
Coronavirus: Boxing Olympic qualifying event to be suspended from Monday night
Peoples Daily
Coronavirus: Champions League and Europa League could be decided by mini-tournament – Peoples Daily
Coronavirus: Everton legend Yobo’s words of hope – Goal
Coronavirus: Former Real Madrid President Sanz Dies After Contracting Virus – Daily Times
Coronavirus: Messi, Owen, Tour, Eto’o lead 26 footballers to launch WHO, FIFA joint campaign – Tribune
Coronavirus: Olympic champion Van der Burgh on ‘worst virus ever – BBC
Coronavirus: Osimhen, Chukwueze cry for Nigeria – The Sun
Covid 19: FG shuts down all national stadia – Daily Trust
COVID-19 shutdown won’t dry up my goals- Mustapha Ibrahim – Daily Trust
COVID-19: Ex-Man United midfielder Marouane Fellaini tests positive – The Sun
COVID-19: FCT Minister inaugurates emergency response team – Peoples Daily
COVID-19: NRL Suspends 2020 Season – Daily Independent
CSED Provides Free Lunch To 5,000 IDPs To Mark End Of 6-Day Netball Coach Seminar – Peoples Daily
Dare mourns Rangers’ George – The Sun
Dare, Amokachi Hail 1980 Green Eagles – Thisday
Does Ighalo deserve Premier League stay after Manchester United spell – Goal
Eddie Hearn predicts many fighters will have to leave boxing because of coronavirus crisis – BBC
Enugu Rangers star George dies in road accident – Peoples Daily
Enyimba Confirm Kidnap of Dayo Ojo in Ondo State

News
Umeh denies receiving $10,000 with other 42 Senators to support state of emergency in Rivers

Senator representing Anambra Central Senatorial District, Victor Umeh has denied his involvement with 42 other Senators who received $10,000 each to support President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of state of emergency in Rivers, saying he was absent from Wednesday’s meeting where the money was allegedly shared.

He reacted to viral allegation that Senators received $10,000 each to support the state of emergency in Rivers in the red Chamber, when the motion comes for ratification.

His denial was contained in a statement on Friday, where he distanced himself from Senators who shared the money, insisting that he was not among the 42 senators who collected $10,000 the previous day in order to pass the state of emergency resolution.
According to him, he came out to clear his name because reports in the media suggested that he was the one that coordinated the meeting along another Senator where each of them was offered $10,000, insisting that he wasn’t in that meeting and never benefitted from the bribe for support.
“I did not receive any money to support the state of emergency in Rivers State. I was not at any meeting where such payments were allegedly made,” Umeh stated.
Umeh explained that on the evening of Tuesday, he attended the traditional IFTAR (Breaking of Fasting) gathering at the Senate Guest House with their Muslim brothers and sisters, where he was asked to say the Christian prayers after Senator Adamu Aliero said the Muslim prayers after the IFTAR.
”I prayed for God to grant peace to all parts of Nigeria and reconciliation to all the warring parties in Rivers State.
“I prayed for love and for all Nigerians to embrace one another, for the good of our nation.”
“We did not discuss the State of Emergency in Rivers State at the IFTAR.”
“There were other Labour Party Senators at the IFTAR.”
Dismissing the allegations as backmail, the senator, assured his constituents that such reports would not distract him from providing good Representation, adding that the aim of the detractors was to create disaffection between him and the people and impugn his reputation.
He vowed that “I will not be distracted by their false reports, and I will continue to serve my constituents with dignity and integrity.”

News
Police arrest 12 suspects in connection with Kaduna mosque attack

Twelve persons have been arrested by officers of Kaduna State Police Command in connection with attack on a mosque which killed a worshipper during the Tahajjud prayer at Rigasa, in the Igabi Local Government Area of the State.

In a statement by the Command on Friday by the Spokesperson, DSP Mansir Hassan, and made available to journalists in Kaduna on Friday, said hoodlums’ attack on the mosque led to the death of a worshipper.

The statement noted that, “On 21st March 2025, at about 0200 hours, the police received a distress call from a m
concerned citizen, reporting that a large group of armed hoodlums had mobilised from Malalin Gabas, Tudun Wada, Rafin Guza, and Unguwar Baduko areas to attack worshippers performing Tahajjud prayer at Layin Bilya, Makwa Road, Rigasa, Kaduna.
“Upon receiving the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) led a team of officers, accompanied by the Commander of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), to the scene in an attempt to apprehend the suspects.
“However, before their arrival, the assailants had already stabbed one Usman Mohammad, a 23-year-old victim, with a sharp knife. Despite being rushed to the hospital for urgent medical attention, he succumbed to his injuries hours later and was confirmed dead by the attending doctor.”
In response, the police swiftly apprehended twelve suspects who confessed to having participated in the attack and recovered several weapons from them.
A full-scale investigation has been launched to uncover the full details of the incident and ensure justice is served.
rom engaging in these criminal activities, stating that they will face the full weight of the law if caught.

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Oyo College of Nursing matriculates 147 students as Governor Makinde urge students to uphold ethics

The Oyo State College of Nursing and Midwifery, on Friday, held its second matriculation ceremony, with the Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, as the special guest of honour.

The event was held at the main auditorium of the College at Eleyele, Ibadan.

Speaking at the event, Governor Makinde represented by the Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Soliu Abdulwaheed Adelabu said the future of healthcare in Nigeria has taken a significant step forward with the intake of 147 new students of nursing program.
“This matriculation ceremony, marking the college’s second for the national diploma program, is a significant milestone for these aspiring nurses as they began their journey to become healthcare professionals”, he said.
He congratulated the matriculants, encouraged them to embrace every lesson with an open mind, and shun examination malpractices.
Governor Makinde emphasized the importance of resilience in the nursing profession, urging them to uphold the college’s high standards of virtue and ethical conduct.
The Governor further reiterated his administration’s committment to the education system in Oyo state, especially the nursing education.
He commended the Provost and the college’s staff for their dedication to fostering excellence, noting the significant progress made by them to elevate the college to its new heights.
In her speech, the Provost of the College, Dr. Gbonjubola Owolabi also extended her congratulations to the students, urging them adhere to the college’s rules, and strive to be ambassadors for the institution.
She said, “Let me remind you, our matriculation students, that you are now ambassadors of this great institution. Let excellence be your watchword, and may you go on to make remarkable contributions to the Nursing profession and society at large.”
She encouraged the students to prioritize their studies and dedicate themselves to achieving their academic goals.
The Provost said the Oyo state College of Nursing and Midwifery stands as a beacon of academic excellence, committed to producing highly skilled and compassionate nurses who will make a difference in the world.
She also said, “our curriculum is designed to equip you with the necessary theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and ethical grounding essential for success in the nursing profession.”
Dr. Owolabi praised Governor Seyi Makinde for his unwavering supports and commitment to the development of the institution.
She pointed at the avalanche of approvals and infrastructural advancements granted to the college under Makinde’s administration.
The Director, Nursing Services, Dr. Arinade Oyebode enjoined the students to get acquainted with the ethics of Nursing profession.
She also encouraged them to study hard, while they put God first in their academic activities.
A Professor of Nursing from the University of Ibadan, Prof. Chizoma Ndikom encouraged the students to prioritize their studies and dedicate themselves to achieving their academic goals.
The event was filled with excitement and anticipation as a new student, Islamiat Lawal was rewarded by the Commissioner, the Provost, and other guests for her adherence to punctuality.

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