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Shaibu Commissions Edo State University Health Centre, Says No Border In Doing Good
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Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, has said that there should be no boundaries if there is a desire to do good.
The deputy governor stated this while commissioning Edo State University, Uzairue Comprehensive Health Centre located at Ivioghe, Etsako East Local Government area.
The deputy governor who was represented by the Acting chairman/head of the Local Government Administration, Dr. B. Matthew said that the singular act of the university is a confirmation of the belief that some organizations still believe that they have an obligation to give back to the people as part of their corporate social responsibility.
“The modern comprehensive health centre built and equipped for Ivioghe community and adjourning communities by the university is a further demonstration that there should be no boundaries if there is desire to do good”.
He said that the local government is willing and ready to partner with the university to ensure that the comprehensive health centre is put to maximum use to deliver on its mandate to the people, the students of the university and by extension the local government.
“The important of this health centre would serve as a complement to an already existing ones in the community as there cannot be more than enough health facilities for any communities as they say, health is wealth”.
He, however, implored the people of the community to see the project as their own that needs to be protected from vandals.
In his welcome address, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Emmanuel Aluyor thanked the state government for her continuous support to the university, saying that without which the university would not have recorded the successes so far.
He said that as part of the condition for the training of the medical students, the Medical and Dental Council stipulated that a comprehensive health centre should be established to be used for rural posting of the medical sciences students, hence, the establishment of the health centre.
He further disclosed that as part of the commissioning, the collage of Medical Sciences of the university has put together a one week free medical outreach to take care of minor surgeries and treat ailments from the host community and its environs.
He added that the comprehensive health centre has recorded its first delivery of a bouncing baby boy on Sunday January 23rd, 2022.
While expressing the university management’s appreciation to the host community for donating the vast land to the university free of charge which the health centre is sited, he said others were demanding huge sum of monies for the land.
On his part, the Provost College of Medical Sciences, Prof Sylvester Idogun said that the facilities was purposely built for the training of the University Medical students as part of the requirements by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.
He said that the facility have services for out patient, areas for admission male and female separate wards; minor theatre for surgeries and labour room for delivery.
Prof Idogun said that the facility if properly utilized would not only be for training but would also be for health services delivery to all the communities around.
He however advised the communities to take the golden opportunity provided by the university and by extension Edo state government.
“it is your facility, take it as your own, see it as your own facilities so that when you come here, you will say this is my own facilities”, he added.
“A time will come that you will be expected to hold this facilities, have a representative in the management of the running of the centre so that all the challenges and the health needs of your people may be facing can be channeled and be taking care of by the management of the health sector “.
He thanked the host local government and enjoined the local government to give maximum support center so that it can grow and to be able to deliver health services to the people.
High point of the event was the cutting of the tape by the representative of the deputy governor, cultural display by the host community and good will massages from the royal fathers, commissioners for health and education as well as President General of Oghe Okugbe Development Union, Worldwide.
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LASG FLags Off Polio Outbreak Response Campaign
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January 20, 2025By
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The Lagos State Government, through the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board, has launched the 2025 Polio Outbreak Response Campaign, reaffirming its commitment to eradicating polio and safeguarding the health of its children.
The ceremony, held at the Simpson Primary Healthcare Centre, was led by the First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. (Mrs.) Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, represented by Mrs. Widad Jumoke Mustafa, a member of the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO).
In her address, the First Lady emphasised the state government’s proactive measures to keep Lagos polio-free, highlighting the critical importance of the campaign in preventing the debilitating effects of poliomyelitis, which can result in paralysis or death.
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The First Lady also called on parents, community leaders, and stakeholders to support the campaign by ensuring eligible children are vaccinated.
Targeting children aged 0-59 months, vaccination teams will administer the Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) to prevent virus transmission.
Dr. Kemi Ogunyemi, the Special Adviser on Health, expressed gratitude to Lagosians for their continued cooperation in the fight against polio. While appreciating all healthcare workers and partners for their services, Mrs. Ogunyemi encouraged parents to present their children and wards for the exercise.
Also speaking, the Chairman of Lagos Mainland Local Government, Mrs. Omolola Rashidat Essien opined that Immunization is key in ensuring that children are kept safe from polio and other vaccine preventable diseases.
Dr. Abimbola Bowale, the Supervising Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Primary Health Care Board, who also spoke at the event, underscored the life-saving importance of immunization.
“All children aged 0-59 months need multiple doses of the polio vaccine to ensure full protection. Any child missed represents a potential risk for the poliovirus to spread. The vaccine is safe, effective, and crucial in keeping our communities polio-free,” he stated.
Dr. Bowale also outlined several strategies to ensure the success of the campaign, including fixed post teams stationed at primary healthcare centres and public health facilities, house-to-house visits, and a transit strategy to reach special locations such as places of worship, schools, motor parks, and other public venues.
The event concluded with Dr. (Mrs.) Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu officially launched the campaign, marking a renewed effort to maintain Lagos State’s polio-free status.

The Lagos state suspected cholera cases have risen to 421.
The Commissioner for Health, Akin Abayomi disclosed this on his Instagram handle @profakinabayomi on Saturday.
“As of June 20, 2024, an additional four suspected cholera cases have been reported, as illustrated in the accompanying graph,” he wrote.
He noted that the Emergency Operations Centre in collaboration with all relevant partners is actively engaged in contact tracing, community-based surveillance, awareness campaigns, sample testing, and ensuring that confirmed cholera cases receive appropriate medical treatment.
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On Friday, the commissioner confirmed 35 cases out of the 417 suspected cases and 24 deaths across 20 Local Government Areas in the state.
The cases were reported from Agege, Badagry, Ikeja, Mushin, Ajeromi-Ifelofun, Epe, Ikorodu, Ojo, Alimosho, and Eti-Osa.
Others were Kosofe, Oshodi-Isolo, Amuwo-Odofin, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos Island, Shomolu, Apapa, Ifako-Ijaiye, Lagos mainland, and Surulere.
Cholera is a food and water-borne disease caused by ingesting the bacteria— Vibrio cholerae — in contaminated water and food. Cholera can cause severe acute watery diarrhoea, and the severe forms of the disease can kill within hours if left untreated.
In Nigeria, cholera is an endemic and seasonal disease, occurring annually mostly during the rainy season and more frequently in areas with poor sanitation.
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The World Health Organisation on Thursday announced a spike in cholera in several regions of the world, with almost 195,000 cases and over 1,900 deaths reported in 24 countries since the start of 2024.
WHO said the Eastern Mediterranean Region reported the highest number of cases, followed by the African Region, the Region of the Americas, the Southeast Asia Region, and the European Region.
The global health body, however, noted that there are no reported cases in the Western Region, according to its bulletin released on Wednesday.
It said it exhausted its global stockpile of Oral Cholera Vaccines by March but was able to exceed “the emergency target of five million doses in early June for the first time in 2024.”

By Silver Yeibake
Autism, commonly known as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. Autism is referred to as a spectrum condition since it can manifest in a variety of symptoms and abilities. While the actual cause of autism is unknown, evidence suggests that genetic and environmental factors interact to influence its development.
The risk factors include a sibling with autism, advanced age of parents, exposure to certain air pollutants and pesticides before birth, extreme prematurity, mothers with diabetes, immune system disorders or obesity, any difficulty with delivery leading to deprivation of oxygen to the baby’s brain, fever during pregnancy, lack of certain vitamins minerals during pregnancy, and certain genetic conditions, such as Down, fragile X, and Rett syndromes.
“Risk factors can not on their own cause a disease. However, they can increase the likelihood of that disease in a person.”
It is important to know that contrary to trending claims online, there is no scientific or medical evidence that vaccines or consumption of sugar are risk factors for autism.
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Autism is defined by difficulties in social interaction and communication. Individuals with autism may struggle to grasp social cues, maintain eye contact, and engage in typical back-and-forth conversations. Some people may also engage in meaningless, repetitive actions, such as hand-flapping or rocking, and have strong interests in specific areas.
It is essential to remember that autism is a lifelong diagnosis, but with early intervention and adequate care, people with autism can live fulfilling lives.
Autism treatment frequently includes behavioral therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and social skills training. Each individual with autism is unique, thus interventions should be tailored to meet their personal needs and strengths.
In spite of the difficulties that autism can cause, many people with autism possess unique talents and abilities. Some people may succeed in fields such as music, art, mathematics, or programming, thus it is important for society to acknowledge and honor the qualities and achievements of people with autism.
In summary, autism is a complicated and diverse disorder that affects individuals in various ways. By raising autism knowledge, understanding, and acceptance, we can build a more inclusive society in which people with autism can thrive and attain their full potential.
Dr. Yeibake, Weriwoyingipre Silver.
Senior Registrar,
Faculty Of Pediatrics,
WACP
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