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Prof Ogoina becomes Bayelsa Medical Varsity VC Time 100 Honoree

Time 100 Honoree, Prof Ogoina becomes Bayelsa Medical Varsity VC

The new Vice Chancellor of Bayelsa Medical University, Prof Dimie Ogoina has pledged to transform the tertiary medical institution into a globally recognised leader in medical education, research and innovation.

He spoke via his inaugural speech as the 2nd Vice Chancellor of the young institution saying that his vision for the school aligns with the founding ideals upon which this institution has been established.

Expatiating further, Prof Ogoina who was the Chief Medical Director of Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital before his new appointment, said his vision to transform BMU is deeply rooted in the shared goal of the university community to transform the school into a globally recognised leader in medical education, research and innovation; adding that, together, through collaboration and collective effort, we will work towards a future where BMU is celebrated for academic excellence, technology-driven initiatives, commitment to sustainability, and a significant global health impact.

On his agenda to achieve the goals he already set for his administration; the Vice Chancellor he has a strategic agenda named ASPIRE which he will employ to do the job. He said the agenda simply means, Academic Excellence, Sustainability, Partnerships and Engagement, Innovation and Technology, Research Excellence, Empowerment and Welfare.

He was however, quick to state that his immediate priorities for the next six months will include but not limited to undertaking a familiarization tour of the university to engage directly with students, faculty, staff, and stakeholders including listening sessions to gather valuable insights, identify strengths and challenges, and foster open communication across the BMU community.

The Vice Chancellor said that he intends to appraise and address the university’s Accreditation requirements towards ensuring that all existing programs meet national and international accreditation standards, saying, I will establish an Accreditation Task Force to address accreditation gaps in current programs and assess future needs as the university expands.

He plans to establish a Centre of Excellence Committee to be tasked with recommending and developing Centres of Excellence in key medical fields, adding that using data-driven decision-making, such centres will focus on specialized research and academic leadership.

Prof Ogoina also disclosed that he would conduct a comprehensive audit of Academic and Research Readiness by initiating an audit to assess BMU’s readiness for achieving academic and research excellence. The audit will cover critical areas like faculty qualifications, infrastructure, and research output, informing both the strategic plan and immediate interventions.

Also among his priorities the varsity don said will be the establishment of a Financial Sustainability and Revenue Generation Committee to explore new revenue streams, focusing on consultancy services, entrepreneurial initiatives, and partnerships. This committee will ensure financial sustainability for BMU by diversifying income and minimizing financial risks, he said.

Prof Ogoina, is a Time 100 Honoree of the Class of 2023 who was honoured by the influential Time Magazine as a global player in the field of medical sciences. According the US-based publication last year, in 2017, when Dr. Dimie Ogoina sounded the alarm on a new presentation of Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) that he was seeing in his home country of Nigeria, the world wasn’t ready to listen. Recognizing the importance and potential implications for global spread, he persisted, documenting the potential for sexual transmission of Mpox and publishing the data in high-impact scientific journals. As the global Mpox outbreak unfolded in 2022, Dimie’s insights became critically important to developing better strategies to prevent and control outbreaks.

The publication further added that, Dimie is also a passionate champion for global health equity. He has often made the point that Mpox is not a new disease and that had the world paid attention sooner, we could have avoided a global outbreak. It is this drive that has led Dimie to make significant contributions to the field through his advocacy, leadership, and research.

Time 100 is a yearly list of top 100 influential personalities whose works or deeds have influenced mankind globally. The List is drawn by the equally influential Time Magazine, an American news magazine based in New York City.

Representatives of Bayelsa State government, Chairman of the University Council, Prof. Tarila Tebepah, the pioneer Vice Chancellor, Prof. Ebitimitula Nicholas Etebu and other notable members of the BMU community witnessed the event last week.

Appointed October 2, 2024 to succeed Prof Etebu, the new Vice Chancellor assumed office next day, October 3, 2024

. Prof Dimie Ogoina

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" he said. It will be recalled that on October 3 " she said 2014 2024 2024 before Justice Anenih and were remanded in the EFCC's custody. Oyedepo 2024 dismissed oral bail applications of Abdulsalam Hudu and Umar Oricho ABUJA as the former governor continues to dishonour court rulings for his appearance for arraignment. "We have complied with the court order and have filed an affidavit of compliance during the Thursday's proceedings EFCC. While defence counsel emphasizing the importance of following proper legal procedures. Hudu and Oricho were arraigned on October 3 FCT filed against him by the EFCC. Justice Anenih adjourned the case until November 14 and 20 for Yahaya Bello’s arraignment. Media & Publicity October 24 High Court informed the court that the EFCC had complied with its earlier order that the Commission should publish a public summons against Yahaya Bello in a national newspaper J.B. Daudu Justice Maryanne Anenih of the Federal Capital Territory Maitama October 24 on Thursday opposed their release on the basis of mere oral applications. Justice Anenih upheld the prosecution’s objection preferred again them by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission prosecution counsel representing Hudu and Oricho respectively argued that their clients were due for release from the holding facility of the Commission Rotimi Oyedepo SAN SAN and A.M. Aliyu stating that the bail applications should be made in writing. "You must come formally the court issued a public summon against Yahaya Bello following his refusal to make court appearances for his arraignment on new16-count charges of fraud to the tune of N110.4 billion who are co-defendants with the former Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello in a N110.4 billion fraud case

Alleged N110.4b Fraud: Court Dismisses Bail Applications of Yahaya Bello’s Co-defendants

Alleged N110.4b Fraud: Court Dismisses Bail Applications of Yahaya Bello’s Co-defendants

 

Justice Maryanne Anenih of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT,  High Court, Maitama, Abuja, on Thursday, October 24, 2024 dismissed oral bail applications of Abdulsalam Hudu and Umar Oricho, who are co-defendants with the former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello in a N110.4 billion fraud case, preferred again them by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.

While defence counsel, J.B. Daudu, SAN and A.M. Aliyu, SAN, representing Hudu and Oricho, respectively argued that their clients were due for release from the holding facility of the Commission, prosecution counsel, Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN, opposed their release on the basis of mere oral applications.

Justice Anenih upheld the prosecution’s objection, stating that the bail applications should be made in writing. “You must come formally,” she said, emphasizing the importance of following proper legal procedures.

Hudu and Oricho were arraigned on October 3, 2024 before Justice Anenih and were remanded in the EFCC’s custody.

Oyedepo,  during the Thursday’s proceedings,  informed the court that the EFCC had complied with its earlier order that the Commission should publish a public summons against Yahaya Bello in a national newspaper, as the former governor continues to dishonour court rulings for his appearance for arraignment. “We have complied with the court order and have filed an affidavit of compliance,” he said.

It will be recalled that on October 3, 2024, the court issued a public summon against Yahaya Bello following his refusal to make court appearances for his arraignment on new16-count charges of fraud to the tune of N110.4 billion, filed against him by the EFCC.

Justice Anenih adjourned the case until November 14 and 20, 2024, for Yahaya Bello’s arraignment.

Media & Publicity

October 24, 2014

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Prof Ogoina becomes Bayelsa Medical Varsity VC Time 100 Honoree

Time 100 Honoree, Prof Ogoina becomes Bayelsa Medical Varsity VC

The new Vice Chancellor of Bayelsa Medical University, Prof Dimie Ogoina has pledged to transform the tertiary medical institution into a globally recognised leader in medical education, research and innovation.

He spoke via his inaugural speech as the 2nd Vice Chancellor of the young institution saying that his vision for the school aligns with the founding ideals upon which this institution has been established.

Expatiating further, Prof Ogoina who was the Chief Medical Director of Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital before his new appointment, said his vision to transform BMU is deeply rooted in the shared goal of the university community to transform the school into a globally recognised leader in medical education, research and innovation; adding that, together, through collaboration and collective effort, we will work towards a future where BMU is celebrated for academic excellence, technology-driven initiatives, commitment to sustainability, and a significant global health impact.

On his agenda to achieve the goals he already set for his administration; the Vice Chancellor he has a strategic agenda named ASPIRE which he will employ to do the job. He said the agenda simply means, Academic Excellence, Sustainability, Partnerships and Engagement, Innovation and Technology, Research Excellence, Empowerment and Welfare.

He was however, quick to state that his immediate priorities for the next six months will include but not limited to undertaking a familiarization tour of the university to engage directly with students, faculty, staff, and stakeholders including listening sessions to gather valuable insights, identify strengths and challenges, and foster open communication across the BMU community.

The Vice Chancellor said that he intends to appraise and address the university’s Accreditation requirements towards ensuring that all existing programs meet national and international accreditation standards, saying, I will establish an Accreditation Task Force to address accreditation gaps in current programs and assess future needs as the university expands.

He plans to establish a Centre of Excellence Committee to be tasked with recommending and developing Centres of Excellence in key medical fields, adding that using data-driven decision-making, such centres will focus on specialized research and academic leadership.

Prof Ogoina also disclosed that he would conduct a comprehensive audit of Academic and Research Readiness by initiating an audit to assess BMU’s readiness for achieving academic and research excellence. The audit will cover critical areas like faculty qualifications, infrastructure, and research output, informing both the strategic plan and immediate interventions.

Also among his priorities the varsity don said will be the establishment of a Financial Sustainability and Revenue Generation Committee to explore new revenue streams, focusing on consultancy services, entrepreneurial initiatives, and partnerships. This committee will ensure financial sustainability for BMU by diversifying income and minimizing financial risks, he said.

Prof Ogoina, is a Time 100 Honoree of the Class of 2023 who was honoured by the influential Time Magazine as a global player in the field of medical sciences. According the US-based publication last year, in 2017, when Dr. Dimie Ogoina sounded the alarm on a new presentation of Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) that he was seeing in his home country of Nigeria, the world wasn’t ready to listen. Recognizing the importance and potential implications for global spread, he persisted, documenting the potential for sexual transmission of Mpox and publishing the data in high-impact scientific journals. As the global Mpox outbreak unfolded in 2022, Dimie’s insights became critically important to developing better strategies to prevent and control outbreaks.

The publication further added that, Dimie is also a passionate champion for global health equity. He has often made the point that Mpox is not a new disease and that had the world paid attention sooner, we could have avoided a global outbreak. It is this drive that has led Dimie to make significant contributions to the field through his advocacy, leadership, and research.

Time 100 is a yearly list of top 100 influential personalities whose works or deeds have influenced mankind globally. The List is drawn by the equally influential Time Magazine, an American news magazine based in New York City.

Representatives of Bayelsa State government, Chairman of the University Council, Prof. Tarila Tebepah, the pioneer Vice Chancellor, Prof. Ebitimitula Nicholas Etebu and other notable members of the BMU community witnessed the event last week.

Appointed October 2, 2024 to succeed Prof Etebu, the new Vice Chancellor assumed office next day, October 3, 2024

. Prof Dimie Ogoina

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COMMENDS INVESTMENTS IN THE CNG SECTOR PRESIDENT TINUBU MEETS NIPCO EXECUTIVES

PRESIDENT TINUBU MEETS NIPCO EXECUTIVES, COMMENDS INVESTMENTS IN THE CNG SECTOR

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE

President Bola Tinubu thanked NIPCO for investing in Nigeria’s Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) sector during a meeting with the company’s executives at the State House in Abuja.

The President commended NIPCO’s contributions to the nation’s energy transition efforts, particularly its support for the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI).

During the meeting, President Tinubu acknowledged NIPCO’s role as a critical player in enhancing the adoption of CNG as an alternative fuel, noting that such investments align with his administration’s energy security and economic diversification strategy.

He emphasised the importance of public-private partnerships in driving the transition to cleaner

and more affordable energy solutions for Nigerians.

The President lauded NIPCO’s efforts in promoting and supporting the “Switch to CNG” campaign, which has been instrumental in boosting public awareness and providing affordable CNG conversion kits even before the official kickoff of the Presidential CNG Initiative.

He highlighted the significance of this initiative in reducing the nation’s reliance on petrol and cutting down fuel costs for consumers.

CNG, being a cleaner and more affordable fuel, reduces the carbon footprint and saves consumers significant fuel costs.

“Nigeria’s motorists can buy petrol at N1,000 per litre or equivalent gas per Standard Cubic Meter at N200. We have also introduced incentives for commercial motorists to convert from petrol to gas” free of cost,” President Tinubu said.

President Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to providing a conducive environment for private sector investments and expanding Nigeria’s CNG infrastructure to enhance energy efficiency and economic growth.

He further encouraged NIPCO to continue its innovative approach to CNG expansion while supporting the government’s broader goals in the energy sector.

Mr Ramesh Kasangra, NIPCO director, who led the delegation, thanked President Tinubu for his steadfast support of the CNG sector.

He expressed NIPCO’s commitment to furthering the partnership with the government to ensure Nigeria’s energy transition remains on track.

He assured the president that the company was ready to invest in infrastructure to make CNG more accessible nationwide.

According to him, NIPCO has been a key player in various sectors of Nigeria for over four decades and will continue to believe in Nigeria for the long term.

Bayo Onanuga

Special Adviser to the President

(Information & Strategy)

October 22, 2024

 

TINUBU’S RESTRUCTURING OF MINISTRIES AND MINISTERIAL PORTFOLIOS

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR has approved the immediate implementation of eight far-reaching actions to reinvigorate the Administration’s capacity for optimal efficiency pursuant of his commitment to deliver on his promises to Nigerians.

The eight actions approved by Mr. President include:

  1. The renaming of the Ministry of Nigeria Delta Development to Ministry of Regional Development to oversee the activities of all the Regional Development Commissions. The Regional Development Commissions to be under the supervision of the new Ministry are; the Niger Delta Development Commission, the South East Development Commission, the North East Development and the North West Development Commission.
  2. The immediate winding up of the Ministry of Sports Development and the transfer of its functions to the National Sports Commission in order to develop a vibrant sports economy;
  3. The merger of the Federal Ministry of Tourism and the Federal Ministry of Arts and Culture to become Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy;
  4. The re-assignment of ten (10) ministers to new ministerial portfolios;
  5. The discharge of five (5) Ministers.
  6. The nomination of seven (7) new ministers for onward transmission to Senate for confirmation;
  7. The appointment of Shehu Dikko as Chairman of the National Sports Commission;
  8. The appointment of Sunday Akin Dare as Special Adviser to the President on Public Communication and Orientation working from the Ministry of Information and National Orientation

LIST OF MINISTERS REASSIGNED TO NEW PORTFOLIOS ARE AS FOLLOWS:

S/N

Name of Minister

Current Designation of Minister

New Designation of Minister

1.

Hon Dr. Yusuf Tanko Sununu

Minister of State, Education

Now Minister of State Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction

2.Dr. Morufu Olatunji Alausa

Minister State, Health

Now Minister of Education

3.Barr. Bello Muhammad Goronyo

Minister of State, Water Resources and Sanitation

Now Minister of State Works

4.Hon. Abubakar Eshiokpekha Momoh

Minister of Niger Delta Development

Now Minister of Regional Development

5.Uba Maigari Ahmadu

Minister of State Steel Development

Now Minister of State Regional Development

  1. Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite

Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment

Now Minister of State Finance

7.Sen. John Owan Enoh

Minister of Sports Development

Now Minister of State Trade and Investment [Industry]

  1. Imaan ulaiman-Ibrahim

Minister of State, Police Affairs

Now Minister of Women Affairs

  1. Ayodele Olawande

Minister of State for Youth Development

Now Minister for Youth Development

  1. Dr. Salako Iziaq Adekunle Adeboye

Minister of State, Environment

Now Minister of State, Health

MINISTERS TO BE DISCHARGED ARE AS FOLLOWS:

  1. Barr. Uju-Ken Ohanenye

Minister of Women Affairs

2.Lola Ade-John

Minister of Tourism

3.Prof Tahir Mamman SAN OON

Minister of Education

4.Abdullahi Muhammad Gwarzo

Minister of State, Housing and Urban Development

  1. Dr. Jamila Bio Ibrahim

Minister of Youth Development

LIST OF NEW MINISTERS APPOINTED AND PORTFOLIOS ARE AS FOLLOWS:

S/N

Name of Minister

Designation of Minister

Ministry

1.Dr Nentawe Yilwatda

Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction

Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction

S/N

Name of Minister

Designation of Minister

Ministry

  1. Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi

Minister of Labour & Employment

Federal Ministry of Labour & Employment

3.Bianca Odinaka Odumegu-Ojukwu

Minister of State Foreign Affairs

Ministry of Foreign Affairs

4.Dr Jumoke Oduwole

Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment (Trade and Investment)

Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment

5.Idi Mukhtar Maiha

Ministry of Livestock Development

Federal Ministry of Livestock Development

6.Rt. Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata

Minister of State, Housing and Urban Development

Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development

7.Suwaiba Said Ahmad PhD

Minister of State Education

Federal Ministry of Education

The President thanked the outgoing members of the Federal Executive Council for their service to the nation while wishing them the best in their future endeavours.

He then charged the newly appointed ministers as well as their reassigned colleagues to see their appointment as a call to serve the nation. He added that all appointees must understand the administration’s eagerness and determination to set Nigeria on the path to irreversible growth and invest the best of their abilities into the actualisation of the government’s priorities.

The Presidency Federal Republic of Nigeria

October 2024

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