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  • Cholera outbreak: Ogun assembly calls for inter-government collaboration

    Collaboration

    By Joy Akinsanya

    Abeokuta, June 25, 2024 (NAN) The House of Assembly in Ogun on Tuesday urged relevant government agencies to collaborate with local governments for proactive measures in containing the spread of cholera in the state.

    The House’s members, led by the Speaker, Oludaisi Elemide (APC-Odeda), made the call during plenary held at Room 215 of the Assembly Complex in Abeokuta.

    Elemide, while speaking, also commended the state government for its prompt intervention through the purchase of necessary protective kits meant for the prevention of the spread.

    He solicited the collaboration of relevant agencies and the Department of Public Health and Sanitation at the local government level.

    Earlier, Wahab Haruna (APC-Yewa North I) had underscored the need to enforce compliance with public health precautions and promotion of hygiene by private food vendors to save the citizens.

    Haruna who is Chairman, House Committee on Health, also explained the need for residents to take necessary precautions to halt the spread of the disease.

    Contributing, Adegoke Adeyanju (APC-Yewa North II) sought more awareness and intervention from the government in order the curb the spread of the disease at the grassroots.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the House is temporarily using Room 215 in view of ongoing renovation of the Assembly chamber.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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    (Edited by Olawale Alabi)

  • Lagos inducts 1,000 new teachers 

     

     

    From left: Victoria Peregrino. Chairman TESCOM, and Iyabo Seriki-Bello, Permanent Secretary of TESCOM, at induction of new teachers in Ikeja on Tuesday

     

    Induction

    By Millicent Ifeanyichukwu

    Lagos, June 25, 2024 (NAN) The Lagos State Teachers Service Commission (TESCOM) on Tuesday began  a four-day induction programme for  1, 000 newly-recruited teachers in the state.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event had the theme: “Empowering Educators for Outstanding Learners Performances”.

    The induction taking place at the LCCI House Alausa. Ikeja, was facilitated by the Nurture House Consulting.

     

    Newly-recruited teachers at an induction ceremony on Tuesday in Lagos

    The Chairman of TECOM, Mrs Victoria Peregrino, said at the opening of the induction that it was the fifth of its kind.

    She said that the aim was to take the teachers through the nitty-gritty of their profession.

     

    Peregrino said that it was not enough to have academic knowledge.

    She said that  there was need  to  know how to impart  knowledge.

    She hoped that the programme would contribute meaningfully to education development in Lagos State.

     

    Commending Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu for uplifting education standards in the state, the chairman said that Sanwo-Olu’s  administration had provided a conducive environment for teachers to work well.

     

    “This training is to make you resourceful and contribute meaningfully to the progress of education in Lagos State. We expect you to put to practice, the academic knowledge you have acquired,” she said.

     

    The chairman said that there was the need for teachers to take into consideration students’ mental and academic abilities, emotional state, total wellbeing and environments.

     

     

    “They have acquired the academic qualifications needed to teach, but they need to know how to interact with students, fellow teachers, the principal, the community, other stakeholders in the education system and the society at large.

     

    “We want our students to excel in every aspect of education and be able to compete with their peers globally,” she added.

     

    Mrs  Iyabo Seriki-Bello, Permanent Secretary of TESCOM, said that the commission  needed teachers by choice, not by force.

    She called on the new teachers to understand their roles well.

     

    Seriki-Bello described teachers as mind builders,  saying that they must be passionate about their profession.

     

    “You must have the ability to adapt to the changing world and be technology savvy.

     

    “With technology, you can think locally and act globally.

    “You must be able to communicate effectively,” she added.

     

    Earlier, Mr Abiodun Bamgboye, TESCOM Commissioner Two, in Ikeja, advised the inductees to make maximum use of their employment opportunities to contribute to the development of the state.

    An official of Nurture House Consulting, Mr Akin Alanamu, said that Sanwo-Olu’s administration prioritised teachers’ training. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng

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  • Mercy Corps, KTSG take tree planting campaign to communities 

  • Oyo govt. begins recruitment of 7,000 primary school teachers, 100 caregivers

    Teachers
    Bye David Adeoye
    Ibadan, June 25, 2024 (NAN) Oyo State Government on Tuesday opened a portal for recruitment of 7,000 primary school teachers and 100 caregivers for special schools across the state.

    Executive Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Dr Nureni Adeniran, announced the opening of the portal at a news conference in Ibadan.

    According to Adeniran, the job portal for the recruitment is: subeb.jobportal.oyostate.gov.ng.

    He said that the portal would be active from 6 p.m. on Tuesday (June 25) to July 9.

    He urged all intending applicants to be wary of scammers who might open other portals aside the official one released by SUBEB.

    “subeb.jobportal.oyostate.gov.ng is the SUBEB job portal where we expect intending applicants for the 7,000 teaching positions as well as 100 caregivers to put in their online applications.

    “The job portal, will register each candidate with his/her email, phone number and National Identification Number (NIN), among other requirements.

    “At the end of the three weeks, the portal will be shut and we will go back to the drawing board to do our analysis to shortlist candidates and see those that actually complied with the requirements.

    “Thereafter, the shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in a Computer Based Test (CBT) examination.

    “After the CBT examination, the number of those that passed will determine those that will proceed to the next stage, which is oral interview,” he stated.

    The SUBEB chairman urged all intending applicants to channel the complaints or challenges encountered in the process of the online application through the phone number and email addresses provided on the website for free support services.

    He advised every intending applicant to upload necessary documents, while assuring the general public that the exercise would be transparent and based on merit.

    According to him, the application process from begining to the end is free of charge, adding
    no person is assigned to collect money from any applicant.

    Adeniran said that the decision to embark on the recruitment to reduce unemployment rate in the state.

    “In addition, the administration of Gov. Seyi Makinde wants to expand the job space in the basic education sub-sector and those who are interested in working as caregivers, knowing fully well that education is a major pillar of the administration,” he said.(NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
    DAK/WAS
    Edited by ‘Wale Sadeeq

  • Plateau govt., GIZ launch policy to address MSMEs challenges 

    Plateau govt., GIZ launch policy to address MSMEs challenges
    Policy
    By Peter Amine
    Jos, June 25, 2024 (NAN) The Plateau Government, in partnership with the German International Corporation (GIZ), has launched the Micro, Small, and Media Enterprises (MSMEs) Policy to address MSMEs challenges and boost the state’s economy.
    Governor Caleb Mutfwang, at the launch of the  policy on Tuesday in Jos, said the feat marked, not only a first for the state but also  a pioneering effort across Nigeria.
    Mutfwang, who was represented by Mr Samuel Jatau, Secretary to the Government of the State, said that as the first state to domesticate the policy, Plateau was  setting a precedence for economic innovation and empowerment.
    The governor said that he was aware of the vital role that MSMEs play in driving economic growth, creating jobs, and fostering innovation.
    He stated that MSMEs were the heartbeat of the state local economy, and their success was critical to the overall prosperity of Plateau.
    Mutfwang stated that the launch of the MSME Policy was a testament to our commitment to creating a conducive environment for these enterprises to thrive.
    “This policy is designed to address the unique challenges faced by MSMEs and to unlock their full potential, thereby significantly contributing to the socio-economic development of Plateau.
    “The MSME Policy we are launching today is a comprehensive framework that includes several key initiatives such as enhanced access to finance, capacity building, and infrastructure development to support MSMEs.
    “Others include regulatory ease of doing business, creation of market access for MSMEs, as well as encouraging adoption of innovative practices and leveraging technology, which are central to our policy.
    “These initiatives are designed to create a supportive ecosystem that nurtures the growth and sustainability of MSMEs on the Plateau.
    “In addition to the MSME policy, the Plateau Government has taken further steps to foster a thriving business environment by also inaugurating the Ease of Doing Business Council, which includes private and public sector stakeholders as members,” he added.
    According to him, the council is tasked with, among other things, identifying and addressing barriers to business operations, streamlining regulatory processes, and enhancing the overall business climate in the state.
    Mutfwang added that the initiative had led to improved coordination among government entities, ensuring that businesses could navigate regulatory requirements more efficiently, ensuring streamlined processes, and ensuring a robust feed mechanism.
    The governor stressed that the council provided a platform for business owners to voice their concerns and receive timely resolutions, fostering a more responsive and supportive government.
    He pointed out that the policy would not have been possible without the dedicated efforts and support of several key stakeholders, most especially GIZ SEDIN.
    Mutfwang stated that their esteemed partners at GIZ Sedin have been instrumental in the development of the policy.
    The General Manager, Plateau Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency (PLASMIDA), Mr Bomkam Wuyep, commended the resilience and tenacity of our MSMEs on the Plateau.
    Wuyep said that their entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and perseverance were the lifeblood of our economy.
    The D-G added that the policy was a testament to their hard work and a commitment to providing them with the support and opportunities they needed to flourish.
    While  emphasising  that the policy represented  stakeholders collective resolve to build a more prosperous and sustainable future for all the D-G urged the people to harness the full potential of the  policy to drive growth, create jobs, and enhance their quality of life.
    Mr Akinropo Omoware, GIZ Head of Component, said that one of the biggest challenges for Nigeria was that the country only ran  policies  on short terms.
    Omoware said that Nigerians do not plan on long terms; they plan based on political circles, hence the many abandoned projects.
    He said that the MSMEs policy was a long-term plan deliberately designed to boost and sustain private businesses in the state.
    “We are not at the finish line; after the launch of the policy today, the next step is implementation. If not implemented, we will achieve nothing.
    “We need to come back here in the next year and assess to see whether these efforts were successful.
    “In the policy, we identified what we needed to achieve in the next year, and we will keep tabs to ensure that it is achieved.
    “This plan was developed by all MSMEs stakeholders, and the participants must own a copy and ensure its implementation,” he said.
    Mr Dauda Gashi, Executive Director, Plateau Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (PLACCIMA), said in a goodwill message that the organised private sector would make good use of the policy.
    Gashi appreciated Plateau and GIZ for their support of the private sector.
    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the launch included a technical session with group discussions on the implementation strategies of the policy.
    The aim of the group discussions was to develop an implementation plan. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
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    Edited by Gabriel Yough

  • Danfodiyo varsity DVC killed by bandits laid to rest in Sokoto 

  • Tinubu pledges to strengthen organised private sector, rebuild economy

    Tinubu pledges to strengthen organised private sector, rebuild economy

    Economy

    By Joan Nwagwu

    Abuja, June 25, 2024(NAN) President Bola Tinubu has pledged to strengthen the Organised Private Sector(OPS) and rebuild the country’s economy.

    Tinubu made the pledge at the third edition of the Nigeria Employers Summit ,organised  by the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) ,on Tuesday in Abuja.

    The two- day  summit has the theme, “Economic Renaissance:Harnessing Government Reforms and Private Sector Agility”.

    Tinubu ,represented by Mrs Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, Minister of State for Labour and Employment ,said the summit was timely.

    According to him, government, since its inception, has rolled out several reforms aimed at rebuilding the economy and impacting organised businesses.

    “It is without a doubt that this administration is committed to strengthening the private sector and rebuilding our economy.

    “In our quest for economic renaissance and national renewal, we have had to embark on various reforms to navigate our nation back from the path of economic ruin.

    “These reforms are not only necessary, but also very important if we are to preserve our national wealth and lay a solid foundation for our national development.

    “This administration will continue to do all that is necessary to ensure the sustainability of businesses, attract foreign direct investment and make our nation the pride of Africa as it used to be,”he said.

    He ,however, said that the current challenges were surmountable and that the government would do its best to surmount them.

     

    “I want to assure you that this administration is doing all that is necessary to cushion the pains and make life better for all citizens.

    “With our Renewed Hope 8-Points Agenda, I want to assure you of our continuous commitment to rebuild our nation and make it reclaim its pride of place, not only in Africa but also in the world.

    “We will continue with various bold and strategic measures ,where necessary, to address the deep-rooted structural deficiencies and systemic challenges that have plagued the economy over the years.

    “Despite our country’s complexities and some citizens’ resistance to change, we will remain resolute in our commitment to steering the nation toward stability and prosperity,”he said.

     

    He commended NECA for its many contributions to the promotion of enterprise sustainability and competitiveness and indeed, national growth.

    “We will continue to partner and collaborate with like-minded organisations that are focused on national development to drive our economy towards growth and sustainable development,”he added.

    Speaking, Mr Taiwo Adeniyi, President of NECA ,said the theme of the summit aimed to deepen collaboration and create pathways towards maximising ongoing government reforms by leveraging the capacity and potential of private sector employers.

    “We believe this will expedite the achievement of the 8-point “Renewed Hope” agenda of Mr President towards promoting predictable national development, and fostering inclusive growth.

    “Since the beginning of this administration, government has embarked on an ambitious agenda of reforms aimed at revitalizing our economy.

    “These reforms span various sectors, including agriculture, manufacturing, energy, and digital technology.

    “It also includes significant measures such as the removal of fuel subsidy, the Forex unification policy, and ongoing omnibus monetary and fiscal reforms among others,”he said.

    Adeniyi said the summit  served as a platform for dialogue, critical thinking, collaboration, and a call to action for every stakeholder.

    He also said the summit was an opportunity to share insights, best practices, and innovative solutions that could drive our economic renaissance.

    “We, therefore, call for government’s commitment towards  implementing the action points that will emerge from this summit’s discussions.

    “We do not want this to be a mere talk shop, but a summit that fosters an improved socio-economic environment allowing businesses, irrespective of size and sector, to thrive,”he said.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
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    Edited by Buhari Bolaji

  • EU leaders agree to 2nd term for von der Leyen

    Agreement

    Brussels, June 25, 2024 (dpa/NAN) EU leaders negotiating the bloc’s top jobs have agreed to nominate Ursula von der Leyen for a second term as European Commission president, sources involved in the talks said on Tuesday.

    As part of the deal, negotiators also agreed that former Portuguese Prime Minister António Costa is to be the next European Council president.

    Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas is to be the European Union’s new foreign policy chief.

    The agreement came ahead of the summit of EU leaders on June 20 to 21 in Brussels to decide on who would lead the European Union’s institutions for the next five years.

    To be nominated, von der Leyen needed the support of a “reinforced qualified majority’’ of EU leaders, representing at least 20 countries and 65 per cent of the European Union’s population.

    A total of 13 EU leaders in political parties affiliated to the centre-right European People’s Party (EPP), boosting her chances after a strong EPP result in the European Parliament elections.

    After her nomination by EU leaders, von der Leyen needs to be approved by a majority in the European Parliament in the coming weeks.

    Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis negotiated on behalf of the EPP for von der Leyen, a centre-right German Christian Democrat and EPP member.

    French President Emmanuael Macron and outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte negotiated on behalf of the liberals and Kallas.

    German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez represented Costa in the talks for the centre-left Socialists and Democrats (S&D) group.

    The EPP, aiming to capitalise on their advantage, pushed to break the convention of two consecutive two-and-a-half-year terms for the role of European Council president.

    For this reason Costa’s second term in the role was not guaranteed.

    Talks in Brussels last week broke up among EU leaders without a decision on a second term for von der Leyen.

    The political backing for von der Leyen was expected to end months of speculation over whom EU leaders might nominate for the bloc’s top job following the recent European Parliament elections.

    The commission president is in charge of the EU’s powerful executive arm, charged with developing new EU policies, enforcing existing EU laws and representing the bloc at important international summits like the G7. (dpa/ NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Cecilia Odey/Halima Sheji

     

     

  • Center trains PWDs on rights advocacy in Edo

    PWDs

    By Nefishetu Yakubu

    Benin, June 24, 2024 (NAN) The Center for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD), on Tuesday, trained Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) on Rights Advocacy and Advocacy Action Plan in Benin, Edo.

    The theme of the exercise training is: “Promoting inclusive economic opportunities and community resilience for Persons with Disabilities”.

    The exercise is being implemented in collaboration with the Project Enable Africa with support from the U.S. – Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund.

    The Acting Director, CCD, Mr Godwin Unumeri said the training was designed to build the capacity of PWDs to be economically resilient to identify advocacy issues.

    Unumeri said the exercise would empower the participant to understand the context of advocacy, advocate in a corporate manner and insist on their rights using disabilities’ models to avoid distractions.

    “The training will expose participant knowledge that rights based advocacy is for rights of PWDs on the understanding that persons with disabilities are entitled to their rights as contained in the National Disabilities Law”.

    On non implementation of the PWDs Law in Edo, Unumeri said the PWDs have not advocated enough to push for its implementation in the state.

    “We came here with the mindset that Edo does not have a law that guarantees rights of PWDs in the state.

    “We only just got to know from them now that a law has been passed to that effect but has not been implemented.

    “What I can say is that the people who advocated for the passage just sat down and watched  after its passage.

    “The workshop will expose them to the knowledge of advocacy that will help them push issues in disability law that have been passed and help them articulate themselves in going about the advocacy.

    “This training will help the various disability clusters to know that they need to work together to achieve their advocacy objectives,” he said.

    According to him, PWDs have the material and human resources within themselves that they are not utilising.

    Speaking on the topic, Introduction to Advocacy and Advocacy Action Plan, Unumeri urged participants to always prepare an action plan before embarking on advocacy.

    He added that preparing advocacy action plan would help PWDs foster accountability and coordination among team members.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that participants were also taken through Understanding Disabilities Rights and Advocacy. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Chioma Ugboma/Rabiu Sani-Ali

  • Lagos Aviation Academy expands to bridge training gap

     

     

    Training

    By Itohan Abara-Laserian

    Lagos, June 25, 2024 (NAN) The Lagos Aviation Academy (LAA), on Tuesday, unveiled a two-story  building to bridge training gap in the aviation industry.

    The News Agency of Nigeria NAN) reports that the academy, a subsidiary of Finchglow Holdings, trains aviation professionals  for successful careers in the industry.

    It is located on Toyin Street, Ikeja.

    The Group Managing Director of Finchglow Holdings, Mr Bernard Bankole, said at the unveiling that development of a country or an organisation would require adequate education of the workforce.

    Bankole said that it had become necessary to add value to the aviation industry.

    According to Bankole, the LAA had, in seven years, graduated more than 2,000 aviation professionals.

    He expressed the hope  that, with the new building,  more professionals would be trained.

    He said that training schools in Nigeria were in short supply compared to the  nation’s population.

    “We have finally come to a befitting place for the academy.

    “This is to set the record and the path right that the government needs to look more into how to develop education and our people.

    “In every organisation, in every country, human capital is the greatest asset to have,” he said.

     

    Bankole said that the old  building had only four classrooms with a capacity of 20 persons, noting  that the new one had eight bigger classrooms with a capacity of over 40 persons.

     

    He disclosed that the new building  had apartments for students coming from outside of Lagos and Lagos residents who would not want to be commuting  daily to and from the campus.

    Bankole said that the academy underwent rigorous regulations and certification from the Association of Approved Training Organisations in Nigeria, International Air Transport Association and NCAA to achieve its current status.

    The Finchglow boss called for more external and government support, saying that collaboration with the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies would help to increase professionalism in the industry.

    Mr Bolaji Durojaiye, the Head of School, LAA, said that the academy would need the support of industry stakeholders to achieve its goals.

    Mrs Bukola Tariba, a Regional Manager at NCAA, who represented the Director-General, Capt. Chris Najomo, said  that the authority would continue to ensure international standards. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Chioma Ugboma/Ijeoma Popoola