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On June 12, 1993, Nigerians made a choice that defined this democracy. At DAWN Commission, we mark the day by reaffirming our commitment to regional development and the progress of the Southwest. Happy Democracy Day.

DAWN Commission and NITDA have formalised a five-year partnership to drive digital development across the Southwest. The MOU covers all six states — Ekiti, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, and Oyo — and gives the region structured access to federal digital programmes, from innovation hubs and startup support to the national initiative targeting 100 million digitally skilled Nigerians by 2030. Read the full story here: dawncommission.org/dawn-comm… @NITDANigeria

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Agric Scoop! Recent forecasts from NiMet and the DAWN Commission's 2026 Southwest Climate Outlook indicate the likelihood of dry spell episodes during this growing season. While the rains have started, occasional breaks in rainfall may still occur and could affect crops if we are not prepared. Want to know methods to help your farm? Download our outlook to know more: bit.ly/COSW26 #ClimateSmartAgriculture #Agriculture #FoodSecurity #ClimateAction #Agribusiness #SouthwestNigeria #ClimateResilience #SustainableDevelopment

The FutuX Export Readiness Training is happening this Thursday, are you ready? We are opening the doors to both in-person and virtual participants to take advantage of the opportunity to transform their Agribusiness for FREE! To secure your spot, click the link below to register. futuxconsult.com/export-trai… 📍 Registration is compulsory to participate. Limited slots are available for physical participation. #ExportReadiness #GlobalTrade #BusinessGrowth #ExportTraining #FutuX

Abimbola Ayodeji Abolarinwa: How Nigeria’s First Female Urologist Turned Curiosity Into a Career Legacy Dr Abolarinwa became the first Nigerian woman to earn specialist qualifications in urology, entering a field that had previously been occupied entirely by men. Today, she is a Consultant Urological Surgeon at LASUTH, a trainer of future specialists, and part of the reason more women are now entering the profession. The women who followed did not have to wonder whether it was possible. They had already seen someone do it. Her story is not just about being first. It is about preparation, persistence, and choosing excellence wherever the path leads. Read the full story on our website here: bit.ly/abolarinwa @LASUTHikeja

4th Annual Yoruba Global Conference: Yorubaland in a multi-polar world, Hope of the Nation as a N igerian Bloc x.com/i/broadcasts/1XGyggMgL…

Discover what it means to be a practical and firm leader— exploring the historical impact of Chief Reuben Fasoranti and the roots of progressive welfarism in Nigeria. True leadership is about the interests of ordinary people. Watch the full video: youtube.com/watch?v=Vn5ip-SW… #Leadership #History #Nigeria #Afenifere #Wisdom #Politics #Legacy

Think Yoruba First (TYF) recently paid a courtesy visit to the Commission to strengthen our shared commitment to promoting Yoruba identity and heritage among young people across our federation. The visit also reaffirmed the Commission's support for TYF's upcoming conference, scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the HR Dep Hall, University of Lagos. At the heart of this partnership lies a deep dedication to our homeland and the values that define us. @ThinkYoruba_1st @TYFLagos @TYFOgun @TYFOndoEkiti

The FutuX Export Readiness Training (FERT) – Oyo State Edition is here! If you've been looking for the right opportunity to position your agricultural business for Sustainable Export, this is it! Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026 | Time: 9 AM Slots are very limited — don't wait until it's too late! Register now: futuxconsult.com/export-trai… Know someone who needs this? Tag them or share this post — let's get more businesses export-ready! Also, note that it is completely free. @FutuXinfo

Think Yoruba First in collaboration with DAWN Commission, invites you to the 4th Annual Yoruba Global Conference. This year’s theme, “Yorubaland in a Multipolar World,” calls us to attention and action — to safeguard our homeland amid myriad challenges and threats. Let us come together to deliberate, share strategies, and recommend actions that will make Yorubaland great again. Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026 Venue: HR Dep Hall, University of Lagos, Lagos State Secure your spot: tyfpac.org/tickets. Your registration confirms your commitment to attend. We look forward to seeing you. @ThinkYoruba_1st

Watch this space! FutuX Agri-Consult Ltd provides specialised services in export readiness, food safety certification, sustainability systems, and agricultural value chain development. The organisation is currently implementing its 2026 Export Readiness Training Series. Oyo State has been identified as the pilot State for the physical rollout scheduled for June 2026. @FutuXinfo @oyostategovt @FeedbackOYSG

EKSG,NiMet Team Up To Guide Farmers with Seasonal Climate Forecasts The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), in partnership with the Ekiti State Government, will next week Wednesday commence a three-day workshop for farmers, agricultural extension workers, and other stakeholders on the 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP). Announcing the event on the live radio programme Ekiti Loni/Ekiti Today, the State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Mr. Ebenezer Boluwade, said NiMet would at the forum unveil the Seasonal Climate Prediction for the year, providing forecasts on rainfall, temperature patterns, and the onset of rainy and dry seasons. He said the information will be detailed by local government and farmstead to help farmers plan crop cycles and manage risks from extreme weather events. "The training will cascade through agricultural extension workers and farmer representatives to ensure communities across the state benefit,” the Commissioner stated Boluwade noted that officials from the State Ministry of Environment, State Emergency Protection Agency, and Ado-Ekiti Airport will also attend in view of the strategic role weather plays in their operations. Highlighting ongoing agricultural initiatives, the Commissioner said the state is distributing improved yam seeds developed by the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) free of charge to farmers , targeting five million seedlings by the end of 2027. Boluwade said the government aims to make this variety the dominant yam in Ekiti due to its durability and high export demand adding that an agro-allied investor has pledged to establish a yam powder processing factory in the State to supply markets in Canada, the UAE, and Europe. He said the State Government had embarked on an aggressive land clearing and tactorization programme for farmers at subsided rates and was also selling highly subsided agrochemicals , inputs as well as cocoa and oil palm seedling to farmers as part of efforts to improve crop yield and profit margin of farmers in the State Livestock production is also expanding under the Oyebanji administration through collaboration with the World Bank-assisted Livestock Production and Resilience Enhancement Scheme (L-PRES), according to the Commissioner. He said once projects such as ultramodern abattoir in Ado Ekiti, cattle markets in Omuo-Ekiti and Ado Ekiti, veterinary clinics in Ado-Ekiti, construction of 30,000 poultry pens each in Emure Ekiti, Igede Ekiti and Ikole Ekiti and broiler processing facilities in Ado-Ekiti initiated under the L-PRES programme are completed, “the state will become the undisputed leader in livestock production and processing in southwestern Nigeria.” According to him, waste from these facilities will be converted into biogas and fertilizer, further boosting sustainable agricultural practices. Boluwade commended Governor Oyebanji for attracting agribusiness investment and expanding staple and cash crop production, noting that these efforts have strengthened food security, enhanced value chains, and created vital direct and indirect jobs for youths across the state.

Happy 66th Birthday, His Excellency, Prince Dapo Abiodun. Executive Governor of Ogun State. ㅤ @OGSG_Official @DapoAbiodunCON

The Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (DAWN) Commission extends warm and heartfelt greetings to all Muslims across the Southwest Region and the entire Muslim Ummah as we mark Eid el-Kabir. ㅤ This season of sacrifice reminds us of what binds us together — faith, family, and a shared commitment to the progress of our people. As we reflect on the spirit of Ileya, may it inspire renewed dedication to community, compassion, and collective advancement. ㅤ From all of us at DAWN Commission

Leaders of the Correspondents' Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, paid a courtesy visit to the DAWN Commission, where both parties reached a landmark decision to collaborate on initiatives to drive the development of the Southwest region.

Thank you to everyone who joined us today at the DAWN Stakeholder Dialogue on the Counterfeit Shadow Economy. Your valuable contributions and insights have brought us one step closer to developing a collective action plan to address the counterfeit shadow economy in Southwest Nigeria. We especially appreciate the presence and contributions of representatives from: The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (South-West Zone), Ogun State Ministry of Health, Oyo State Ministry of Health, Ekiti State Ministry of Justice, Ekiti State House of Assembly, The Ogun State Drug and Health Commodities Management Agency, Merit Healthcare Limited, Access Providence Healthcare Solutions, Allied Global Group, Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria, Ibadan, Non-Governmental Organisations, professional associations, and other distinguished stakeholders present Your engagement reflects the shared commitment to building a safer and more accountable consumer goods environment across Southwest Nigeria. If you were unable to attend but wish to contribute to the conversation, share recommendations, or explore future collaborations, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at: kehinde.adebayo@dawncommission.org @FeedbackOYSG @NafdacAgency @fccpcnigeria @OGSG_Official @ekitistategov @Osun_State_Gov @OndoStateOnline @followlasg @Merithealthcare @FRINOFFICIAL

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