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Education: China Seeks to be Nigeria’s Great Partner

Education: China Seeks to be Nigeria’s Great Partner
By: Michael Mike
China has reiterated its commitment to be Nigeria’s great partner in the education sector, noting that the sector is key to the development of any country.
The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, while stating that China is interested in Nigeria’s development at the launch of Chinese Corner and “Nihao China” Painting Competition Awards Ceremony, in Abuja, stressed that education is one key that is critical to the development of a nation.
He said: “And among this very important consensus, one of them is to increase the high-level education exchanges between our two countries. So I would like to assure you that in the future, the Chinese Embassy would like to contribute more to build more Chinese corners across Abuja. And we would like to provide more opportunities for teachers and the students to visit China and to train in China. I hope that the teachers and the students in the China corner, they will really become the messengers of friendship between our two countries.”
The envoy disclosed that for the past 10 years, under the cooperation of Chinese Embassy and the FCT Education Board, over twelve Chinese corners have been built around Abuja, to provide students and teachers with the opportunity to explore the mysterious and wonderful oriental Chinese culture.
He said: “I would like to echo that in this fast-changing world, it is important to increase the understanding of diversity. So I think the Chinese corner has contributed to the cross-cultural communications. And students, by committing to the Chinese culture, Chinese dance, Chinese history, I think it broadens their vision, their eyesight. And I think in the future, they will become messengers and ambassadors between our two countries.
“And of course, over the years, we have also selected many well-performed students and teachers to visit China. Currently, there are quite a few students still in China. And this is an opportunity that we believe is really a testament of the good cooperation between our two countries. Because I believe that country-to-country relations eventually boil down to people-to-people relations. And students are the future of the country.”
Speaking on the painting competition, the Chinese Ambassador commended the initiative, adding that Nigeria is a great country, with wonderful talents.
” I really like the performances, from the teachers, the students, and I think it’s wonderful, well done. I already learned that, People say that all Nigerians are artists, and today I see with my own eyes, that’s true, each and every Nigerian is an artist. And I’m very happy to learn that over the years, there are many students that benefited a lot from the Chinese corner. We got very positive responses, and there are some students who came to us saying that it’s a very cool club, because it provides them with the opportunity to explore the mysterious and wonderful oriental Chinese culture”, he added
The Director/Secretary, FCT Secondary Education Board, Dr. Muhammed Ladan, noted that the relationship with China and Nigeria is of mutual benefit to both nations, urging the student who participated in the painting competition to feel proud to have participated.
He said: “The Corners serve as a resource Center for Chinese education and also serves as hubs for cultural exchange between Nigeria and China. The Chinese Corners provides the students ample opportunities to learn mandarin and seek scholarships in China to further their studies. It may interest you to know further that, the collaboration between Chinese Embassy and the FCT Secondary Education Board has been that of mutual benefit to both countries. While the Chinese gain a cultural exposure to the young generation of Nigerians, the Nigerian students and staff on the other hand, gain capacity building, scholarship and educational support.”
Responding to the gesture from the Chinese people, the Principal Government Secondary school, Wuse zone 3, Josephine Ogwu, said the China Corner will be used effectively.
She said: “The Cultural centre which provides a platform for educational and cultural exchange between Nigeria and China. we hope that the Chinese Corner contributes meaningfully towards people to people diplomacy, while providing educational and artistic opportunities, and fostering a sense of community among people from diverse backgrounds. We also anticipate that this initiative will serve to deepen the mutually beneficial cooperation and respect between Nigeria and China.”
Other highlights of the event were presentation of awards to the students who participated in the Nihao China” Painting Competition which saw about 120 students entering for the competition.
Participating students of the competition were made to understand that it is the participating in the competition that matters and is more beneficial to the students, because it improves their artistic skills, rather than winning.
Education: China Seeks to be Nigeria’s Great Partner
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Troops repel Boko Haram attack in Gamboru Ngala, kill one terrorist

Troops repel Boko Haram attack in Gamboru Ngala, kill one terrorist
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have repelled a ISWAP attack on a Forward Operating Base (FOB) along the Pump House axis of Gamboru Ngala–Kala Balge Road in Borno State.
Sources report that the attack occurred at about 1:15 a.m. on Sunday when terrorists attempted to infiltrate the military base.
According to the sources, the troops engaged the insurgents in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to retreat. One of the terrorists was fatally injured during the exchange of fire, and his corpse was recovered from the scene.
The security situation in the area has since been stabilized.
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Saudi Universities Say Our Schools Open to Muslims and Non-Muslims Nigerian Students

Saudi Universities Say Our Schools Open to Muslims and Non-Muslims Nigerian Students
By: Michael Mike
Nigerians, Muslims and non-Muslims alike, have been advised to pursue academic aspirations in Saudi Arabia Universities.
Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Monday at the opening of the Forum of Saudi Arabia Universities Alumni in Nigeria and Neighboring Countries. Vice President for Educational and Academic Affairs, King Khalid University, Prof. Saad Daajim, said no fewer than 850 Nigerian students are currently schooling in various universities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with over
3,200 Nigerians graduated from Saudi Arabian universities in last one decade.
The forum which was has as theme “alumni of Saudi universities in the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Surrounding countries and their impact on sustainable development.”
Daajim said: “In Saudi Arabia, there are more than 850 students from this country (Nigeria) studying in Saudi Universities. Already, in the last one decade, there are more than 3,200 graduates from Nigeria.”
He said his country is open to admitting more Nigerians to study in their universities, adding that prospective students from Nigeria will be given acceptable rate.
“We are actually proud to accept more Nigerian students in our university in different disciplines, education, engineering, science, Arabic language, religious studies and medical sector. Hopefully, we will arrange a good acceptance rate for this country because it contributes a huge number of population to the African contigent,” he added.
He also revealed that his country has a scholarship scheme which is available to all irrespective of religion.
The Khalid University Don said scholarship are for both Muslims and non-Muslims, adding that: “According to our regulation, admission will be accessible to all even scholarships.
“And we have King Abdullah University for Science and Technology, most of the scholarships for students are for Muslims and non-Muslims as well. And King Fahd University for Mineral and Petroleum also employs and accepts students from all cultures, all religions, all continents.”
Speaking on the forum, the Don said it is to open communication with alumni from Saudi Universities and see how they are impacting on their environment.
He said: “We found them very active and we expect that when they come back to their country, they will contribute to sustainable development, either for personal living or in the country.”
On the prospect of Nigerian graduates in Saudi Arabia, Daajim said graduates who wishes to pursue higher degrees after their first degree are allowed to continue and also those whose skills are needed stand the chance to be employed.
He said: “Actually, when they graduate from Saudi University, they could continue their higher studies in Master or PhD. And if they are well qualified, they will be hired by the university as a professor.”
Minister of State for Education, Dr. Suwaiba Said Ahmad, in her opening remarks commended the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for its long-standing commitment to educational cooperation and cultural institutions with Nigeria.
Ahmad said: “Such partnerships enrich our human capital and strengthen bilateral ties for mutual good. As we celebrate this gathering, I urge the alumni to continue to serve as ambassadors of knowledge, peace and development.”
She added that: “Your role in mentoring young Nigerians, advancing intercultural understanding and contributing to national development cannot be overstated. The Federal Ministry of Education will continue to support initiatives that harness alumni network for national advancement, for educational advancement and sustainable nation building.”
She also recognised the invaluable contributions of Nigerian alumni of Saudi universities to the national growth, peace, education, culture and development of the country.
She said: “Beyond academic achievement, you embody the bridge of friendship, cooperation and shared values between Nigeria and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Education, as we know, is the bedrock of progress.
“The training and exposure you acquired in Saudi institutions have not only equipped you with knowledge but also instilled in you discipline, global perspective and a strong sense of science. These qualities are critical to advancing Nigeria’s quest for inclusive and sustainable development. Indeed, many of you have become respected scholars, professionals, entrepreneurs, community leaders and public servants whose influence continues to shape our society positively.”
On his part, the Secretary of the Alumni, Dr. Mohamed Munir Ilyas, who was a graduate of Islamic University of Medina said since returning home, he has been contributing towards peaceful co-existence between the two major religious groups in Nigeria.
He stressed that “Of course, when you look at development, where there is no peace, it’s very hard to have development. We have been encouraging our members to be law-abiding citizens and peacemakers, peace builders and peace keepers also. And also to make an impact as far as academics is concerned, as far as moral is concerned, as far as even earning livelihood is concerned.”
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Police arrest suspected bandits, informant and drug supplier in Sokoto

Police arrest suspected bandits, informant and drug supplier in Sokoto
By: Zagazola Makama
The Sokoto State Police Command has arrested three suspected bandits, an informant, and a suspected drug supplier during a coordinated raid on a criminal hideout in Kware Local Government Area of the state.
Sources said the operation, carried out by operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit on Oct. 4, followed credible intelligence on the activities of a five-man syndicate notorious for terrorising communities in Wamako and Kware areas.
The police team stormed the suspects’ hideout in Sabon Birni, Kware LGA, leading to the arrest of Bubale Mohammed and two others, alongside an informant and a suspected drug baron who allegedly supplied the gang with hard drugs.
Items recovered during the operation include dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp and various illicit drugs.
According to the sources, video footage retrieved from the suspects’ phones showed them dressed in military uniforms and displaying rifles inside their camp.
Sources said efforts are ongoing to track and arrest other fleeing members of the syndicate. The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation.
Police arrest suspected bandits, informant and drug supplier in Sokoto
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