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BEYOND ETHICS: ANIMAL WELFARE AS AN ECONOMIC GAME-CHANGER IN SOUTHWEST NIGERIA

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At the DAWN Commission, we understand that the future of Southwest Nigeria’s livestock sector hinges on the adoption of humane and sustainable livestock practices. In response, we launched PAAWS (Promoting Animal Awareness and Welfare in the Southwest)—an initiative committed to enhancing animal treatment, health, and productivity across the region. We believe that healthy animals contribute …

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DAWN Commission and Ara Growth & Development Foundation Sign MoU for Pioneering Community Development Project

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March 20, 2025 The Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (DAWN) Commission and the Ara Growth & Development Foundation (AGDF) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding to implement the Community-Led Development Toolkit (COLDET) project, marking a significant milestone in grassroots development initiatives in Southwest Nigeria. The ceremony, held at DAWN Commission’s office in Ibadan, was attended …

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THE RISING COST OF A HEALTHY DIET IN SOUTHWEST NIGERIA

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Ticking Time Bomb for Public Health Southwest Nigeria has experienced a dramatic 110.3% increase in the Cost of a Healthy Diet (CoHD) between October 2023 and September 2024, significantly outpacing the national average rise of 91.1%. By September 2024, the average daily CoHD in the region stood at ₦1,598, translating to nearly ₦200,000 per month …

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TEN TALKING POINTS FROM GOV. LUCKY AIYEDATIWA’S INAUGURAL SPEECH

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In a landmark event for Ondo State, His Excellency Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa was inaugurated on February 24, 2025, as the state’s seventh democratically elected governor. During his inspiring inaugural address, Governor Aiyedatiwa unveiled his administration’s vision for progress, inclusivity, and transformation. He announced a new Development Policy thrust titled O’DATIWA O’ DIRORUN, meaning “OUR EASE,” …

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PRESS RELEASE: DAWN COMMISSION MOURNS THE PASSING OF CHIEF AYO ADEBANJO

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The DAWN Commission expresses condolences over the passing of Chief Ayodele Adebanjo, a nationalist and elder statesman, who departed this life February 14, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on April 10, 1928, in Ogun State, Chief Adebanjo’s journey was marked by a commitment to justice, equity, and the advancement of the Yoruba people …

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THE SOUTH WEST GOVERNORS’ FORUM MEETING COMMUNIQUÉ

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COMMUNIQUÉ ISSUED AT THE END OF THE SOUTH WEST GOVERNORS’ FORUM MEETING HELD ON THURSDAY, 13TH FEBRUARY 2025, AT THE GOVERNOR’S OFFICE, ALAUSA, IKEJA, LAGOS STATE The South West Governors’ Forum, comprising the Governors of Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ekiti, and Ondo States, held its meeting on Thursday, 13th February 2025, at the Governor’s Office, …

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DAWN Commission Publishes 2025 Climate Outlook for Southwest Nigeria

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The Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (DAWN) Commission has released the “2025 Climate Outlook for Southwest Nigeria,” providing projections on anticipated weather patterns and their potential effects on sectors such as agriculture, water resources, and urban planning. This report, based on data from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), aims to assist policymakers, stakeholders, and the …

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REPORT: Southwest Nigeria’s 2025 Budget Analysis Reveals Ambitious Growth Plans Amid Economic Challenges

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In a newly released report, titled “2025 Fiscal Policy Priorities: Towards Improved Competitiveness in Southwest Nigeria,” the Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (DAWN) Commission provides detailed analysis of the 2025 budgets across Southwest Nigeria, highlighting significant expansion in fiscal spending and infrastructure development priorities. National Budget Highlights At the national level, the Federal Government has …

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Regional Integration Key to Nigeria’s Development, Experts Assert at DAWN Commission Roundtable Honouring Dr. Kayode Fayemi

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The Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (DAWN) Commission hosted a roundtable discourse titled “Beyond Administrative Boundaries: Reimagining Nigeria’s Development through Regional Integration.”  The event, held at the Commission’s office in Cocoa House, Ibadan, marked the 60th birthday celebration of Dr. Kayode Fayemi, former Governor of Ekiti State, while addressing critical issues of regional development and …

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DAWN Commission Celebrates Five Years of Amotekun’s Excellence in Community Policing

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Calls for Decentralised Policing in Nigeria The Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (DAWN) Commission today commemorates the fifth anniversary of the Western Nigeria Security Network, codenamed Amotekun, marking a transformative milestone in Nigeria’s security landscape. Launched in Ibadan on January 9, 2020, Amotekun has emerged as a beacon of innovative community policing, demonstrating remarkable success …

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