Latest news in ondo state

Here are some of the latest news updates from Ondo State, Nigeria:

Politics

  1. Ondo Guber Election: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the date for the Ondo State governorship election as October 10, 2020.
  2. APC Primaries: The All Progressives Congress (APC) has concluded its governorship primaries in Ondo State, with Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu emerging as the party's candidate.

Economy

  1. Agriculture: The Ondo State Government has launched a N500 million agricultural loan scheme to support farmers in the state.
  2. Infrastructure Development: The state government has announced plans to construct a new international airport in Akure, the state capital.

Health

  1. COVID-19: Ondo State has recorded a surge in COVID-19 cases, with the state government urging residents to adhere to safety protocols to prevent the spread of the virus.
  2. Healthcare Infrastructure: The state government has commissioned a new general hospital in Ondo City, with a capacity to accommodate 100 patients.

Education

  1. University of Medical Sciences: The University of Medical Sciences (UNIMEDS) in Ondo City has been accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC) to offer medical programs.
  2. School Feeding Program: The Ondo State Government has launched a school feeding program to provide meals for students in public primary schools across the state.

Security

  1. Kidnapping: There have been reports of kidnapping incidents in some parts of Ondo State, with the state government urging residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
  2. Police Reform: The Ondo State Police Command has launched a reform program aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the police force in the state.

Other News

  1. Flood: Heavy rainfall has caused flooding in some parts of Ondo State, with the state government urging residents to take necessary precautions to prevent damage to properties.
  2. Tourism: The Ondo State Government has launched a tourism development program aimed at promoting the state's cultural and natural attractions to tourists.

Please note that these are just some of the latest news updates from Ondo State, and the situation may have changed since the last update.