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Osun: Fire Destroy Property Worth N15.3bn in 2024

    Osun State Fire Service says property worth N15,308,651,017 were lost to fire outbreaks in the state between January and December 2024. The losses were recorded in the state fire service's annual ‘fire incident record,’ which the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) obtained on Friday in Oshogbo. According to the data, the state fire service received 103 fire outbreak calls in the year under review, and it attended to 16 additional non-fire-related calls. The data also reflected that the majority of the fire outbreaks took place in February and December when 20 fire outbreaks were recorded each. READ:  Soun appoints Rev Owoade as Palace Chaplain However, the highest property loss was recorded in December, with N12.580 billion in property lost to fire outbreaks. This was followed by the month of May when property worth N1.249 billion was destroyed during five recorded fire incidents. According to the data, seven persons died from the fire incidents, with one death recorded in ...
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Oyebanji Swears in New Head of Service


In a historic event, Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, inaugurated Dr. (Mrs) Olufolakemi Olomojobi as the new Head of Service.

The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Conference Hall of the Governor’s Office, Ado-Ekiti, amidst excitement and celebration.

Governor Oyebanji highlighted the importance of this appointment, stressing the administration’s commitment to gender inclusion and excellence in public service. He lauded Dr Olomojobi’s distinguished career trajectory and commended her performance in her previous role as the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, where she had a significant impact.

Governor Oyebanji called on Dr Olomojobi to ensure adequate mobilisation of the bureaucratic family of the state in realising the six pillars of the administration. He noted the high expectations placed on her as a trailblazer, emphasising that the civil service is supposed to be exceptional in all its ramifications.

The Governor called on the new Head of Service to be an inspiration to her colleagues and ensure that she does not tolerate indolence or professional misconduct in any form. He expressed confidence in Dr Olomojobi’s ability to transform the civil service, leveraging her experience and dedication.

He also reiterated the government’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of workers, citing the payment of salary arrears, leave bonus arrears, minimum wage adjustments across all cadres, and wage awards aimed at cushioning the economic hardships faced by the people. He urged workers to reciprocate this gesture through hard work and dedication to the government’s agenda, which aims to provide a conducive working environment and the necessary tools for workers to thrive.

In her acceptance speech, Dr Olomojobi pledged to uphold the principles of transparency, efficiency, and dedication that have been the hallmarks of her career. She expressed her gratitude for the confidence placed in her and assured that she would work tirelessly to advance the state’s civil service.

Dignitaries at the ceremony included members of the State Executive Council, traditional rulers, and civil service leaders, all of whom lauded the Governor’s decision and expressed optimism for the future

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