Akwa Ibom Senator Applauds Umo Eno On A.R.I.S.E Entrepreneurial Equipment Support Scheme

Akwa Ibom Senator applauds Umo Eno on A.R.I.S.E entrepreneurial equipment support scheme. Senator Aniekan Bassey of the Akwa Ibom North-East Senatorial District has commended Governor Umo Eno on the successful launch of the A.R.I.S.E Entrepreneurial Equipment Support Scheme.

Describing the initiative as a groundbreaking effort to empower small businesses, the distinguished Senator emphasized its potential to boost productivity and create sustainable job opportunities across Akwa Ibom State.

Speaking with newsmen on Tuesday, Senator Bassey lauded Governor Eno’s commitment to human capital development through strategic empowerment schemes, maintaining that the A.R.I.S.E Agenda is a transformative blueprint for economic growth.

According to Senator Bassey, “the newly launched scheme, which provides essential business equipment to budding entrepreneurs, will significantly enhance small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs), fostering innovation and self-reliance among citizens.”

Speaking further, the Akwa Ibom North-East Senatorial Senator further emphasized that he has, through his pet project, the RHAB-YESS Foundation, aligned his empowerment initiatives with the A.R.I.S.E Agenda to complement the Governor’s vision.

He reiterated his dedication to supporting entrepreneurship and economic development in Akwa Ibom State, particularly in areas of youth and women empowerment.

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“Governor Umo Eno’s A.R.I.S.E Entrepreneurial Equipment Support Scheme is a testament to his administration’s commitment to grassroots economic development. This initiative will undoubtedly provide small business owners with the necessary tools to enhance productivity and contribute meaningfully to the state’s economy.

Through RHAB-YESS Foundation, we will continue to play our part in supporting young entrepreneurs and ensuring the success of this noble vision,” Senator Bassey stated.

He urged beneficiaries of the scheme to make the most of the opportunity by leveraging the equipment received to expand their businesses, create employment, and contribute to the overall economic advancement of the state.

NELFUND: Edo Poly Suspends Fee Payment Enforcement For Student Loan Applicants

NELFUND: Edo poly suspends fee payment enforcement for student loan applicants. The Edo State Polytechnic, Usen, has suspended its policy of requiring students to present proof of fee payment during examinations for those applying for student loans through the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).

Rector of the institution, Sylvester Omoruyi, announced the decision on Tuesday during a sensitization program organized by NELFUND at the polytechnic’s main campus.

He assured students that those registered on the NELFUND portal would no longer be denied entry into exams over unpaid fees.

Omoruyi commended President Bola Tinubu for initiating the scheme and praised the Edo State government for its support.

He also acknowledged NELFUND’s efforts in easing the financial burden on students through tuition coverage and upkeep allowances.

Meanwhile, NELFUND’s Managing Director, Akintunde Sawyerr, represented by Lami Suwaid, urged the institution to submit student data to enable formal registration for the scheme.

Edo Polytechnic

He noted that South-South and South-East institutions had the lowest enrollment rates and called for increased participation.

Edo State Commissioner for Education, Dr. Paddy Iyamu, reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to ensuring every Edo child has access to education, emphasizing that the loan scheme would reduce reliance on financial support from relatives abroad.

A Business Administration student, Oboh Victor, expressed enthusiasm about the initiative, stating that many students were eager to benefit from the program and pursue their education without financial difficulties.

Taraba Gov. Agbu Kefas Flags Off Construction, Rehabilitation Of 62 Schools

Taraba Gov. Agbu Kefas flags off construction, rehabilitation of 62 schools. Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba, on Wednesday, flagged off the construction and rehabilitation of 62 school buildings across the state as part of his education policy.

The governor during the foundation laying of blocks of classrooms at Government Comprehensive Secondary School (GCSS) Jalingo, said the gesture was in fulfilment of his early promise to provide adequate infrastructure in all schools across the state.

He reaffirmed his commitment to end illiteracy as well as provide access to education to every child in the state.

Earlier, Augustina Godwin, the state commissioner for education, said the foundation laying was a symbol for the construction of 62 school buildings in the state by the present administration.

Mr Godwin expressed delight in the fulfilment of the promise made earlier by the governor toward the provision of the school’s infrastructure.

Emmanuel Njoku, the consultant on the project said that it  had been designed as a modern building plan for the students.

Gov. Agbu Kefas

Mr Njoku said that the provision of classrooms was part of the design for both basic and post basic schools in the state.

The governor had, in 2013, during a tour of schools, directed the closure of  GCSS, Jalingo due to its dilapidated condition, which made the governor launch the construction and rehabilitation of schools.