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Skill Acquisition: NDE organises orientation for 50 youths in Gombe
Skill Acquisition: NDE organises orientation for 50 youths in Gombe
The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) on Thursday sensitised no fewer than 50 youths who have been selected for training on solar energy and environmental beautification.
The orientation was to equip them with the necessary information for a successful three month training in the state.
The solar energy and environmental beautification training schemes of the Special Public Works Department of NDE is being carried out under the Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI).
The Director-General of the NDE, Mr Silas Agara, while speaking during the ceremony in Gombe urged youths in the state and country to embrace government’s skill acquisition programmes to tackle unemployment and become self-reliant.
Agara restated the commitment of President Bola Tinubu under its Renewed Hope Agenda, to ensuring economic growth, job creation and poverty reduction for youths and citizens across the state and country.
He said skills acquisition remained a potent tool to empowering youths and tackling unemployment hence the investment by the Federal Government in that regard to tackle unemployment and ensure better living standards for youths.
Represented by the State Coordinator Mawa Lamu, the DG urged participants to make the best use of this opportunity to better their lives, your communities and the nation at large.
According to him, youths should leverage the skills acquisition programmes of the government to get knowledge in skill and get a skill for job.
He also urged those undergoing trainings learn the necessary skills in line with the essence of the initiative to ensure they become better after the training.
“These transient jobs training have been carefully designed for 18 participants under the solar Energy Set and 32 participants under the Environmental Beautification Training Scheme (EBTS).
“At the end of the training, unemployed persons will equip yourself with a skill that guarantee employability, create wealth and enhance self-reliance.
“The NDE stimulates the interest in you youths (school leavers, graduates of tertiary institutions to identify business opportunities in alternative energy sector such as solar Energy.
“And also beautify our environment and our homes through learning soft and hard landscaping POP, and horticulture skill.
“I want to congratulate you that out of 20,000 that applied under Gombe State, you are among those selected to participate in this second Renewed Hope Employment Initiative.
“I charge you to use this opportunity to get knowledge in skill and get a skill for job,” he said.
Agara commended Tinubu for RHEI and for supporting the programme towards empowering youths with the right skills to become self-sufficient.
He also commended Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State for also creating an environment conducive for youths to learn skills in the state.
Mr Budidi Ibrahim, a master trainer on solar installation lauded Tinubu’s initiative, stressing that with such initiative being sustained, more youths would be empowered to become job-givers.
On his part, Michael Elisha, a participant, who spoke on behalf of the beneficiaries appreciated the effort of the Federal Government towards reducing unemployment and creating wealth.
He pledged to use the skill that would be acquired to contribute to the development of Nigeria.
Skill Acquisition: NDE organises orientation for 50 youths in Gombe
Remi Tinubu commissions nursing quarters, two mega schools in Borno
By: Michael Mike
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Monday commissioned newly completed nursing quarters and two mega primary schools in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery and expand access to quality education in the state.
The projects were executed under Governor Babagana Zulum’s administration, which has continued to prioritize infrastructure development in the health and education sectors.
The newly inaugurated nursing quarters, located beside the State Specialist Hospital, consist of eight blocks of six flats each. The housing units are fully furnished and fitted with air-conditioning systems to improve living conditions for medical personnel.
In the education sector, Senator Tinubu also commissioned Aliyakeri and Abbaganaram Mega Primary Schools. Each facility features 48 classrooms designed to accommodate thousands of pupils, alongside ICT centres, modern sports facilities, e-learning platforms, and solar-powered systems to ensure uninterrupted academic activities.
Speaking at the ceremony, the First Lady commended Governor Zulum’s leadership style, describing the projects as people-focused and impactful.
“What we have seen so far in Borno is quite encouraging. You have done very well, and I am truly honoured to be part of this commissioning,” she said.
Governor Zulum’s administration has reportedly completed 104 mega schools across the state, with additional projects ongoing across Borno’s 27 local government areas.
During the event, Senator Tinubu also flagged off a N200 million empowerment programme targeting 2,000 vulnerable women. Each beneficiary is expected to receive N100,000 alongside a sewing machine to support small-scale businesses and improve household income.
The First Lady praised the initiative, noting that it aligns with national efforts to strengthen community-based economic empowerment and food security programmes.
Under the distribution plan, 400 women were selected from Maiduguri metropolis, 200 from Jere Local Government Area, 100 from Biu, while 50 beneficiaries were drawn from each of the remaining 24 local government areas.
In addition, eight outstanding education workers, including teachers, head teachers, principals, TVET coordinators, and ministry staff, were presented with brand-new utility vehicles in recognition of their service.
In a related gesture, Governor Zulum also presented a house to a ministry watchman, Baba Modu Fandi, in appreciation of his dedication, while Senator Tinubu further supported him with an additional ₦2 million financial assistance.
Remi Tinubu commissions nursing quarters, two mega schools in Borno
Two Men Sustain Severe Injuries in Mutual Attack Over Mining Site Dispute in Niger State
By: Zagazola Makama
Two men are receiving treatment at a hospital in Niger State after sustaining serious injuries in a violent altercation reportedly linked to a dispute at an illegal mining site.
Security sources told Zagazola that the incident occurred in a Fulani settlement near Iwa village in Gurara Local Government Area.
The sources said the matter was reported to the police on April 25 at about 1:30 p.m. after the victims were brought in by the Officer-in-Charge of Iwa Outstation.
According to the sources, the confrontation began on April 24 at about 9:00 a.m. when Jibril Yusuf, 22, allegedly went to the hut of Haruna Tukur, 35, and set him ablaze after a misunderstanding at an illegal mining site.
The sources further stated that Haruna Tukur, in retaliation, attacked Jibril Yusuf with a machete, severing his fingers during the violent exchange.
Both men were rushed to the General Hospital in Gawu Babangida, where they are currently responding to treatment.
Security operatives said investigations have commenced to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident, while the case remains under active review.
Two Men Sustain Severe Injuries in Mutual Attack Over Mining Site Dispute in Niger State
Windstorm Damages NYSC Camp in Niger, Two Children Injured
By: Zagazola Makama
A heavy windstorm following a downpour has caused partial damage to structures at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Orientation Camp in Paiko, Niger State, leaving two children injured.
Security sources told Zagazola that the incident occurred on April 25 at about 8:00 p.m. when strong winds brought down parts of the camp infrastructure during the rainfall.
The sources said police personnel were immediately mobilised to the scene to restore order and provide security, while some corps members were safely evacuated from affected areas.
According to the sources, no loss of life was recorded in the incident.
However, two girls identified as Fati Abdul, 12, and Adewumi Adesola, 11, sustained minor injuries during the incident. They were taken to a medical facility, treated and later discharged.
The sources added that normalcy has since been restored at the camp, while the area remains calm and under observation to ensure continued safety of occupants.
Windstorm Damages NYSC Camp in Niger, Two Children Injured
Remi Tinubu commissions nursing quarters, two mega schools in Borno
Two Men Sustain Severe Injuries in Mutual Attack Over Mining Site Dispute in Niger State
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