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Jigawa State Government, UNICEF Train 600 Women In Environmental Sustainability

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Jigawa State Government, UNICEF Train 600 Women In Environmental Sustainability

Jigawa state government, UNICEF train 600 women in environmental sustainability. Mr Sambo stated that the inclusion of women in environmental sustainability was not just a matter of equity but a necessity for creating sustainable solutions.

The Jigawa State government has begun the training of 600 women in environmental sustainability to enhance their social and economic wellbeing.

The beneficiaries will receive training through the Waste to Wealth Initiative being implemented in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF).

Managing Director, Jigawa State Environmental Protection Agency (JISEPA), Adamu Sambo, stated this at an event to mark the 2025 International Women’s Day, on Saturday in Dutse.

The theme of the event is: “For All Women and Girls: Rights, Equality, Empowerment,” aimed to unlock equal rights, power and opportunities for all.

Mr Sambo said the state would partner with the UN agency to expand the scope of the programme and mobilise participation across the 27 local government areas of the state.

He stated, “We want to ensure that more women in Jigawa State can participate and benefit from the upcycling and waste-to-wealth programme.’’

He said the occasion was not only to celebrate the strength, resilience and achievements of women, but to also highlight the role they play in environmental sustainability and economic development.

According to Mr Sambo, the inclusion of women in environmental sustainability is not just a matter of equity but a necessity for creating sustainable solutions.

Mr Sambo described women as agents of change in their communities and beyond, stressing that when empowered, they would implement practices that foster environmental conservation, waste reduction and climate resilience.

He stressed that through upcycling and the waste to wealth initiative, women could be provided with the chance to protect the environment and secure a better future for their families.

Mr Sambo said that the programme provided opportunities to convert waste into wealth in spite of global challenges in waste management that threatened the environment.

The exercise, he said, would encourage integration of upcycling waste into marketable products, to ensure economic empowerment and environmental impact.

According to him, the initiative will bridge gender gap by providing marketable skills in waste upcycling, entrepreneurship and sustainability, to enable young women to contribute to household income and national economic growth.

He said the training exercise would leverage on the Youth Opportunities Marketplace (YOMA), also an initiative of UNICEF.

The director said that YOMA was an innovative digital platform ecosystem aimed at connecting young people to learning, earning and social impact opportunities.

He said the programme would enable the youth to access online courses, mentorship, skill building challenges and employment opportunities.

He added, “YOMA will equip young women with digital and entrepreneurial skills, connecting them to real world economic opportunities beyond their immediate environment.”

Mr Sambo commended the state government, Waste Pickers Association of Nigeria (WAPAN) and other stakeholders for their support to the agency.

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He reiterated commitment to ensure women inclusion to transform waste into valuable and marketable products.

The Wife of Jigawa State governor, Amina Namadi, lauded the initiative, adding that women inclusion in environmental sustainability would provide a visible impact in the state and across the globe.

Mrs Namadi urged the participants to avail themselves of the opportunity to sanitise their environment and change their lives for the better.

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Jigawa Government, Azman University Partner To Enhance Education Development

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Jigawa government, Azman University partner to enhance education development. Ms Muhktar said, “I assure you that the Jigawa State government will continue to be a valued partner.’’

The Jigawa State government said it will partner with the Azman University to enhance educational opportunities and promote human capital development.

Governor Umar Namadi stated this during a courtesy visit by the Vice-Chancellor, Fatima-Batool Mukhtar, on Thursday in Dutse.

She said the state government would explore areas of collaboration to support innovative learning and sponsor students in specialised programmes to enhance skill development.

The governor said the partnership also focused on computing, data science, aviation management and artificial intelligence (AI).

“I assure you that the Jigawa State government will continue to be a valued partner,” she said.
Mr Namadi highlighted the relevance of the specialised programmes being offered by the university and reaffirmed his commitment to explore opportunities for indigent students.

He said that the introduction of innovative online courses was designed to attract students and scholars to the university.

Earlier, Ms Mukhtar said the institution was committed to quality education, innovation and excellence.

She said the university introduced online learning services, a compulsory e-learning week and the Students’ Consultative Forum, to encourage students engagement in decision-making.

“We have online services that allow students to attend lectures from home, while lecturers can also teach from their homes.

For the students and staff to be familiar with this, we have set aside one week every semester for compulsory e-learning week,” she said.

She also called for more collaboration in computer programming with notable industry players such as Cisco, Huawei and Oracle Academy.

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Jigawa

“Your Excellency, Azman University is already gaining strength in computing programmes, and already we have registration with Cisco, Huawei and Oracle Academy. We are certified instructors for Huawei.

“So, we would like to appeal to your excellency to partner with us in your community development projects and skills development for youth for certified courses in computing programmes,” Ms Muktar said.

The VC commended the state government over the 32 per cent budgetary allocation to the education sector and the N3 billion grant to the scholarship board in the 2025 fiscal year.

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House Of Reps Approve Tax Reform Bills 

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House Of Reps approve tax reform bills. Mr Faleke said, “These bills underwent three full days of public hearings, with input from over 80 key stakeholders.’’

The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Finance, James Faleke (APC-Lagos), has assured Nigerians that the tax reform bills will produce widely acceptable laws.

Mr Faleke gave this assurance on Thursday after the House considered and adopted the report on the four tax reform bills during its session in Abuja.

The bills include the Nigerian Tax Bill, the Tax Administration Bill, the Revenue Tax Board Bill, and the Nigerian Revenue Service Establishment Bill.

He said, “These bills underwent three full days of public hearings, with input from over 80 key stakeholders. Afterward, we held an eight-day retreat to debate each clause. I am glad that House members recognised our thorough work and approved all our recommendations.’’

He expressed appreciation to fellow lawmakers and Nigerians who engaged with the bills, assuring that the resulting laws will be acceptable to all.

Mr Faleke also thanked the House leadership for entrusting his committee with processing the tax bills and presenting them for consideration.

He commended President Bola Tinubu for prioritising tax law reforms, noting that some existing tax laws date as far back as 1959.

“We cannot continue using outdated tax laws that no longer meet our business, survival, and revenue needs,” he stressed.

Deputy Committee Chairman, Saidu Abdullahi (APC-Niger), said no bill in the 10th Assembly had generated as much debate as the tax reform bills.

He praised Speaker Tajudeen Abbas for fostering consensus among stakeholders, ensuring broad-based input into the legislative process.
Mr Abdullahi highlighted that representatives from geopolitical zones and regional thought leaders were involved, easing public concerns.

He stated, “The committee’s recommendations reflect the contributions of various stakeholders. These were never seen as perfect documents. The executive made proposals, and the public hearing allowed Nigerians to refine them. Lawmakers have now endorsed the final version.’’

Also, Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere (PDP-Imo) described the process as transparent, with consultants and the executive making adjustments to reflect public interest.

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Mr Ugochinyere said, “In spite of being in the opposition, we are proud of this historic moment. It will expand the tax net and increase government revenue. This reform will enhance tax collection efficiency while protecting small businesses. That is why we worked together to ensure its passage.’’

On his part, Benson Babajimi (APC-Lagos) said stakeholder concerns, including inheritance tax, derivation, and VAT, were carefully considered.

He said, “This is a great day for Nigeria. The necessary reforms have been approved by the House, and we now await Senate concurrence.’’

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Tinubu Welcomes Brazilian Delegation For Bilateral Talks

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Tinubu Welcomes Brazilian Delegation For Bilateral Talks

Tinubu welcomes Brazilian delegation for Bilateral talks. A Brazilian delegation led by Minister of Foreign Affairs Mauro Viera visited Abuja to strengthen cooperation between Nigeria and Brazil.

The visit included delivering an official invitation from Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva for President Bola Tinubu to visit Brazil soon.

Discussions focused on trade, investment, and cultural collaboration, with both nations signing agreements to enhance bilateral relations.

Viera praised Tinubu’s participation in the G-20 summit in Brazil last November and emphasized the need for deeper ties in culture, economics, and education.

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Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Tuggar, highlighted Brazil’s historic support, recalling its participation in Nigeria’s independence celebrations, underscoring the long-standing relationship between both countries.

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