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Government Trains 830 Community Volunteers To Tackle Out-Of-School Children Syndrome In Kaduna

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Government Trains 830 Community Volunteers To Tackle Out-Of-School Children Syndrome In Kaduna

Government trains 830 community volunteers to tackle out-of-school children syndrome in Kaduna. Ms Giwa pledged to mobilise other women to support education.

The Kaduna State Government, in collaboration with Save the Children and UNICEF, has commenced the training of 830 community volunteers under the ‘Reaching Out-of-School Children (ROOSC)’ project.

The initiative, aimed at improving access to quality education for out-of-school children and adolescents, is being implemented through the State Ministry of Education’s Project Management Unit.

The volunteers, grouped into 83 community coalitions drawn from nine target communities, comprise traditional leaders, youths, women, and teachers working together to address education, child protection, and school safety challenges in their communities.

Supported by the Local Government Education Authorities (LGEAs), these coalitions would mobilise community action to promote school enrolment and protect vulnerable children.

The two-day capacity-building training for the coalition members is held from July 22 to 27 across the project’s nine local government areas.

The ROOSC project coordinator, Ezra Angai, stated that the training would equip the participants with skills to support vulnerable children, promote school enrolment, raise awareness on child rights, and report abuse.

He added that the coalitions play a critical role in strengthening community systems and driving grassroots development.

According to him, the major component of the training is the introduction of the community action cycle, a problem-solving approach that guides communities through identifying issues, planning, taking action, and evaluating results.

He added that the participants would also learn the importance of mobilising local resources and maintaining accountability through proper record keeping.

Some of the participants from Kaduna North Local Government Area expressed strong support for the education-focused community engagement programme.

Women leader of the School-Based Management Committee (SBMC) in Malali, Rodah Giwa, lamented the widespread issue of children being sent to hawk instead of attending school.

She said, “We have been anticipating such a programme; many children are out on the streets because their parents send them to sell food items before they can even think of going to school; their future is being jeopardised.’’

Ms Giwa pledged to mobilise other women to support education, saying, “If not for education, I wouldn’t be where I am today. I will support other mothers to bring out their children and ensure they return to school.”

Similarly, the village head of Unguwan Shanu, Nura Ibrahim, who commended the organisers, pledged his community’s support.

He said, “We already have an education committee in place. We are going back to create awareness and ensure the programme succeeds.’’

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Also speaking, Zakaria Ogah, described the programme as a “step in the right direction and a source of hope for the future.”

He stated that a society without educated children was bound to fail, adding that he was committed to mobilising those who have dropped out to return to school.

The ROOSC project is an initiative of the Kaduna State Ministry of Education, with support from Save the Children and the United Nations Children’s Fund.

The project’s target is to return 200,000 out-of-school children and those with disabilities to school, including over 32,000 pupils in integrated state Quranic, Tsangaya, foundation and neighbouring schools.

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ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party, Others Brought Insecurity, Hunger, Says Atiku

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ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party, Others Brought Insecurity, Hunger, Says Atiku

ADC is Nigeria’s only reliable political party, others brought insecurity, hunger, says Atiku. Former Vice-President Atiku Abubukar says the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is the only reliable political party in the country, noting that others have brought insecurity, hunger, poverty and unemployment.
Speaking in Jalingo, the capital of Taraba state, during the official opening of the ADC state secretariat, Abubakar said the party is ready for a 2027 victory but urged Nigerians to unite to rescue the nation.

He also asked Taraba residents to take part in the ongoing continuous voter registration exercise, adding that their participation is crucial to reversing Nigeria’s worsening hardship.
“I am in Taraba to inaugurate our new party office of the ADC, and I want you to hold the party with integrity,” Channels Television quoted Atiku as saying.

“Do not allow anybody to deceive you with any other party, because we have tasted other political parties, and they brought nothing but insecurity, hunger, poverty and unemployment. “The youths and women should know that we are doing this for them to have a better future, and I am holding on to their promise. “ADC will win Taraba state and win Nigeria as the only reliable political party.”

ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party

ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party

 

Abubakar, who formally joined the ADC on Monday—17 months before the 2027 general election—said his experience across political platforms convinced him that the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other parties lack the capacity to rescue the country.

He resigned from the PDP on July 16, citing “irreconcilable differences” within the opposition party as his reason for leaving.

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Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Commitment To Tourism, Blue Economy Development

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Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Commitment To Tourism, Blue Economy Development

Akwa Ibom governor pledges commitment to tourism, blue economy development… commends Editi Effiong for projecting State’s tourism potentials

As part of his effort to encourage tourism and enhance the State’s blue economy, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to encourage and reward young professionals who are willing to collaborate with his administration in promoting the positive image of the State through the ARISE Agenda.

The Governor made this known while fielding questions from Government House correspondents shortly after embarking on inspection of a locale of a movie, “The Black Book 2” (Old Scores), at Ishiet Beach/Market in Uruan Local Government Area.

He commended the movie Producer and Director, Mr. Editi Effiong, for his talent, vision, inspiration, and creative ability to project the tourism potentials and boost the economy of the State.

Governor Eno charged young Akwa Ibomites to shun divisive tendencies, be inspired, and emulate the creative effort of successful Akwa Ibom sons and daughters by joining hands to develop the tourism and blue economy of the State.

“The impression is amazing, seeing that we have one of our own trying to pull the world down here.

“I would love to thank and encourage him, and to let our young people see that Akwa Ibom has what it takes to drag the world’s attention.

“It depends on what you see. Someone can see this place and write one story about a swamp that has been abandoned and make all the noise. Another person sees this place and makes a great movie out of it that will market this place to the world and is able to attract the attention because of the work he has done here,” he said.

The State Chief Executive pledged his encouragement, support, and collaboration with Editi and other young Akwa Ibomites to enable them rise to the zenith of their calling.

“We are going to work with him. Editi is a young man I have known very well. This is one thing I say to our people in the diaspora, let’s partner. Come back home, whatever you see out there, bring it back here, and let’s work together.

“I think that is the story, and I am really impressed. If you know the number of people that have visited this State in the course of this film, the talents, and the caliber of artists that have been here, then this young man deserves an award and our support,” he added.

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On his part, the movie Producer and Director, Effiong, appreciated Governor Eno for his visionary leadership and passion for tourism development.

He expressed gratitude to the Governor for creating a hospitable and tourism friendly ecosystem to enhance talent exploration through the provision of good road network and quality modern facilities which distinguished the State as one of the most treasured locations in the country.

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EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation

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EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation

EFCC releases ex-AGF Malami after hours of interrogation. He said he would return for further questioning.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released the former attorney general of the federation and minister of justice, Abubakar Malami, after hours of interrogation by the anti-graft team.

Mr Malami confirmed his release in his X account on Saturday. The former minister said that he had been released and scheduled for another meeting with investigators.
He said that the reality behind the “fabricated allegations” levelled against him would become clearer with time.

“In line with my undertaking to keep Nigerians updated on my invitation by EFCC, I give glory to Allah for his divine intervention. “The engagement was successful and I am eventually released while on an appointment for further engagement as the truth relating to the fabricated allegations against me continues to unfold.”

EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation

EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation

The EFCC had summoned Mr Malami through a letter dated November 24, and signed by Sunday Ofen-Imu on behalf of its chairman, Ola Olukoyede.

The EFCC did not disclose the specific allegations for which Mr Malami was invited.

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