Human Angle

Ondo Govt Pledges Upholding Children’s Right

By Web News 142

By Augustina Bajeh

Ondo state government has once again reiterated its commitmentto protecting the rights of children.

Special Adviser to the Governor on Women Affairs, Dr. Seun Osamaye made the commitment when she led the 3rd Children Parliament of Ondo State House of Assembly on a courtesy visit.

Leading The young parliamentarians, their parents, staff of the ministry and members of a non-governmental organisation, NGO, Save the Children International, on the visit, Dr Osamaye highlighted that the revival of the Children’s Parliament, which had been moribund for 12 years, as one of the key initiatives under the current administration to give Ondo State Children a platform for their voices to be heard.

Dr Osamaye emphasised that the platform also allows children to advocate for their rights and contribute to policies on education, health, and safety. 

On his part, Communications Officer for Save the Children International in Ondo and Cross River States, Samuel Eyimofe said efforts are ongoing in cocoa-producing communities in both states to address child labour. 

Mr Eyimofe said government must continue to support children’s participation in governance and at the same time invest in the education sector to drive in change.

He also appealed for continued support and recognition of the Children’s Parliament as a vital voice in governance and advocacy.

The speaker, Ondo State House of Assembly, Mr Olamide Oladiji expressed delight at the presence of the children, stressing that the 10th assembly would ensure that maximum support was given to the Children’s Parliament through legislative backing and budgetary support.

Mr Oladiji emphasised the importance of providing children with a voice in governance, noting that such initiatives foster inclusiveness and ensure the protection of child rights.

The children in an interview said the visit gave them first-hand experience on how the legislative arm of government operates.

The 3rd children’s Parliament would be inaugurated on May 29th by governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.

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Legislature

Unpaid RUGIPO Salaries: ODHA Raises Investigative Committee

By Web News 175

By Augustina Bajeh

Ondo State House of Assembly, ODHA, has constituted an ad hoc committee to investigate issues surrounding the unpaid salaries of staff at Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, RUGIPO, Owo.

The workers had recently staged a peaceful protest within the polytechnic premises, demanding the payment of their outstanding salaries and the full implementation of the national minimum wage.

During a plenary session presided over by the Speaker of the House, Mr Olamide Oladiji, the panel was given a two-week deadline to do a thorough investigation and report its findings.

The lawmaker, representing Akure South Constituency 2, Mr Steven Abitogun, would serve as chairman of the investigative committee.

The lawmakers expressed concern that RUGIPO appeared to be the only state-owned institution frequently plagued by salary issues, despite having similar funding structures to other institutions.

Meanwhile, the Ondo State assembly commenced a four-week working recess from Friday, 11th April to 15th May, 2025, to allow lawmakers attend to pressing issues within their constituencies and also observe the Easter celebration.

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Politics

LG: Ondo Speaker Commends Residents for Peaceful Conduct

By Web News 394

By Bukola Bardi

The Speaker, Ondo State House of Assembly, Mr Olamide Oladiji has cast his vote at polling unit 5, ward 9,Sasere in Ondo East Local Government Area.

Speaking with journalists after performing his franchise, the Speaker expressed satisfaction over the conduct of the election by the Ondo State Independent Electoral Commission (ODIEC).

While stressing the importance of the local government election, Oladiji appreciated Governor Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa for various steps taken towards enhancing smooth and effective grassroot development in ondo State.

The Speaker, also commended the people of Ondo State for maintaining the existing peace and coming out to cast their votes.

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