Breastfeeding
By Bolanle Lawal
Ado-Ekiti, Jan. 1, 2026 (NAN) The wife of the Ekiti State Governor, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji, has urged nursing mothers to practise exclusive breastfeeding, complete immunisation and shun female genital mutilation.
She described the measures as “critical to child survival and healthy development,” while addressing mothers on Thursday at the Basic Health Centre, Asin-Ekiti, in Ikole West LCDA.
Dr Oyebanji spoke during the presentation of gifts to the first baby of 2026 delivered at the facility, a baby girl born shortly after midnight.
She warned that ignoring medical guidelines on breastfeeding and childcare “could endanger children’s lives,” noting that such standards safeguard their future wellbeing.
The governor’s wife presented rice, garri, salt, toiletries, diapers, baby clothes, plastic buckets and cash to the newborn and another baby delivered at the centre.
She said strict adherence to medical prescriptions was essential for proper growth, urging parents and caregivers to “always seek and follow professional medical advice.”
Oyebanji also advised parents to raise children with good values and discipline, saying this would help build a responsible and productive society.
Earlier, the facility’s matron, Mrs Janet Fele, said the baby was delivered at 12:05 a.m. and weighed 2.5 kilogrammes at birth.
The baby’s mother, Mrs Esther Olarenwaju, thanked the governor’s wife for the gesture, describing the support as timely and encouraging.
As part of her outreach, Oyebanji visited children’s and correctional centres in Ado-Ekiti and Iyin-Ekiti, donating food items and cash.
The Commissioner for Women Affairs, Mrs Peju Babafemi, alongside political office holders and senior government officials, accompanied Oyebanji to the events. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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Edited by Kamal Tayo Oropo