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OUR SANITATION ADVOCACY CAMPAIGN WILL CONTINUE UNTIL ALL RESIDENTS ARE CONVERTED – ENV. SPECIAL ADVISER
OUR SANITATION ADVOCACY CAMPAIGN WILL CONTINUE UNTIL ALL RESIDENTS ARE CONVERTED – ENV. SPECIAL ADVISER
AJAGBE ADEYEMI TESLIM
SPONSORED BY: H&H
The Lagos State Government on Sunday reiterated its commitment to continue to take the sanitation advocacy Campaign for residents round the state until residents imbibe the culture of good environmental sanitation and hygienic practices.
Addressing Market traders / residents at Alamutu Market, Idi – Oro Mushin during the community based Sanitation Exercise/ Sensitization, the Special Adviser on Environment, Engr. Olakunle Rotimi – Akodu, said maintaining a clean environment is a must for all residents to keep all types of disease at bay.
Akodu who was accompanied by the Permanent Secretary, Office of Environmental Services, Omobolaji Gaji and Permanent Secretary, Office of Drainage Services, Engr Mahamood Adegbite and Managing Director of LAWMA, Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin had earlier engaged in cleaning the drainage on Agege Motor Road by desilting it, while a waste truck carted it away.
He explained that the clean up exercise is a follow up to the Mr Governor’s pronouncement on Community based Sanitation, saying the environment must be clean and food handling process must be also hygienic to ensure socio -economic wellbeing of all residents.
While addressing traders at Alamatu market on the state of the environment, Akodu reminded them that the market was shut down late last year as a result of the unsanitary habits advising the traders to clean the market and environs and the heaps of refuse immediately while desisting from street trading.
“As we all know that all forms of diseases are spread through contaminated water and food that are results of unhygienic and poor sanitation practices such as open defecation, poor waste management and poor personal hygiene amongst others. As such our Sanitation Exercise should be an everyday practice and not only on thursdays” he said.
He said the community sanitation / Advocacy is a continuous exercise that will move across the 57 LGs / LCDAs as well as public spaces, markets amongst others with the aim of sustainable good sanitation practices amongst the people.
He said the state is embarking on this advocacy campaign to ensure that the citizens voluntarily continue with the culture adding that if there is no positive change Government may consider a reintroduction of the monthly environmental sanitation exercises.
The Permanent Secretary, Office of Environmental Services, Dr. Omobolaji Gaji, whilst also speaking, said the exercise was to create awareness among the residents on the importance of sanitation practices as a veritable means of controlling and preventing communicable diseases.
“If we deal with the environment properly, the environment will also treat us right and our life span will surely be increased” he said.
He charged all residents to take charge of their environment by cleaning it always and ensuring they blow the whistle when their neighbours engage in unsanitary behaviours as the government cannot be everywhere.
The Managing Director, LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegeshin noted that part of the essence of the exercise is to ensure that every house in Lagos own a waste bin and residents should always patronise the PSP operators and not the cart pushers
He said if all residents keep their environment clean always and bear in mind the importance of good sanitation practices in the state, the exercise would improve the economic activities across the metropolis.
Areas visited include Agege Motor Road; Alamatu Market, Idi – Oro; Labinjo Street; Adeyanju Street and Makinde Street all in Mushin Local Government Area.
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Nestlé Nigeria Celebrates First Graduation at Flowergate, empowering 20 Young Graduates
AJAGBE ADEYEMI TESLIM
SPONSORED BY: H&H
Nestlé Nigeria reinforced its commitment to youth empowerment and skill development with the graduation of 20 young men and women from its Technical Training Centre (TTC) in Flowergate.
This ceremony, marking the first-ever graduation at the Flowergate facility, is a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing efforts to equip Nigerian youth with essential technical skills.
The Flowergate TTC, launched in 2023, is part of Nestlé Nigeria’s broader technical training initiative, which has been running since 2011.
Since its inception, the program has seen over 200 young Nigerians successfully complete the rigorous 18-month curriculum. With the company investing over six billion naira in this initiative, Nestlé Nigeria continues to prioritize developing the next generation of skilled professionals to drive the country’s industrial future.
Speaking at the event, Mr. Wassim Elhusseini, Managing Director/CEO of Nestlé Nigeria, expressed pride in the graduates’ accomplishments, saying, “For over 13 years, our commitment to nurturing young talent has reflected our confidence in the future of this generation.
This year alone, we proudly graduated 70 skilled professionals across all our centers, including Agbara and Abaji, all of whom have now joined our team.
For us, this program is more than just skills training—it’s about empowering young people to shape their futures and become catalysts for change.
By equipping them with critical technical expertise, we are opening doors to personal growth and financial independence. Ultimately, this is a long-term investment in creating shared value, as their success extends beyond themselves, impacting their families, strengthening communities, and driving growth in the industry.”
The Technical Training Program combines theoretical learning with hands-on engineering experience and culminates in the City and Guilds of London Technicians’ Certification, significantly boosting the employability of the participants.
The ceremony was attended by prominent community leaders, including His Royal Majesty, Alayeluwa Oba (Dr.) Babatunde Adewale Ajayi, Akarigbo and Paramount Ruler of Remo Land, who applauded the initiative. Other distinguished guests included the President of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria, Mallam Ahmed Ladan Gobir; the Executive Secretary of the Association of Food, Beverage and Tobacco Employers, Mr. Adewale Jones; the Registrar and Chief Executive of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria, Oluwatoyin Naiwo; and representatives from the Nigerian Employers Consultative Association (NECA). Tumi Onamade also represented the Alliance for Youth Initiative.
Beyond the TTC, Nestlé Nigeria’s broader commitment to youth empowerment is embodied in its Nestlé Needs YOUth initiative, which helps young people access economic opportunities through various programs, reaching an average of 25,000 youths annually. The company’s efforts are part of a larger strategy to prepare Nigerian youth for the future, ensuring they can thrive in an evolving industrial landscape.
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NiMet Upgrades Weather Presentation Infrastructure to 4K Resolution, Plan November Launch
AJAGBE ADEYEMI TESLIM
SPONSORED BY: H&H
The Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NiMet) is upgrading its weather presentation infrastructure to cutting-edge 4K resolution.
The transformative initiative is being implemented in partnership with global technology leader Chyron and will be launched in November 2024.
The project will significantly enhance NiMet’s weather presentation capabilities, and marks a critical milestone in the agency’s commitment to delivering world-class meteorological services. NiMet will integrate Chyron’s state-of-the-art weather presentation solutions, bringing enhanced processing power, dynamic real-time graphics, and high-definition displays to its broadcasts. The move to 4K resolution will ensure sharper, more detailed visuals, giving Nigerians access to superior weather data that is clear, accurate, and reliable.
The upgrade forms part of the strategic vision of NiMet’s management under the leadership of the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the agency, Prof. Charles Anosike to reposition the agency. The current management is focused on modernizing the agency’s operational framework to meet international standards, utilizing cutting-edge technology to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and visual clarity of weather forecasts, which are critical to sectors such as aviation, agriculture, and public safety.
The project is also a testament to Prof. Anosike’s focus on innovation and excellence in delivering vital meteorological services that meet the growing needs of various sectors and stakeholders.
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