Education
How we started Operation with only 12 staff 10 years ago – Misau Model Academy
How we started Operation with only 12 staff 10 years ago – Misau Model Academy
By Mohammed Kaka Misau
Misau Model Academy celebrates 10 years of existence. The Proprietor, Alhaji Ahmed Yaya revealed that the school commenced operations with only 12 staff in 2012 before it grew to the level it is today.
Speaking during the 10th year anniversary, speech and prize giving day of the school, Alhaji Yaya said that the school has recorded tremendous successes since its establishment in the last ten years.
Addressing parents, staff and dignitaries that graced the occasion, the proprietor pointed out that the 12 staff’s net-worth per month was just N139 thousand, equivalent to N1, 668,000 per annum as at 2012.
According to him, the number of the staff was increased from 12 to 22 with a salary net-worth of N2, 148,000 per annum.
He said that the school kept employing more staff up to the year 2022 where the primary section alone is having 26 staff with a monthly salary of over N300 thousand, with a total salary net-worth of over N4.6 million.
The school proprietor who said the school spends N15 million for the payment of staff of the secondary school session per annum, added that the only source of revenue for the school is school fees.
The Proprietor appealed to the parents to ensure timely payment of the children’s school fees to enable the management to pay staff salary as at when due for efficient service delivery.
While stating that the first enrollment of the school began in 2012, Alhaji Yaya said the total enrollment of boys for 2018 and 2019 stood at 239 while that of the girls was 231.
“As it is now, we have about 1,150 students in Misau Model Academy. We all know that students are not enrolled to be retained forever, hence, graduation becomes necessary”, he said.
To that regard, the proprietor said that the primary section of the school has since inception in 2012 graduated six sets, totaling 407 pupils while the school has graduated 5 sets in her secondary section totaling 550 students.
He said that over 80 percent of the secondary school students that graduated from the school are now studying in various higher institutions of learning.
On infrastructure, the proprietor stated that the school has five houses which are all named after the core values of the school which are Morality, Obedient, Discipline, Excellence and Learning.
According to him, the school which began operations with few classroom blocks now has a full complement of classes with a computer room, science laboratory and library, adding that the school is also involved in extracurricular activities.
“In March 2015, the school emerged first position in the MSS debate competition and represented Misau local government at state level”, he said.
The proprietor who reeled out various performances of the school in extracurricular activities, pointed out that the school has performed excellently in external examinations.
The proprietor stated that 90 percent of the academy’s students got the minimum requirement for entry into the University of Five Credits, including English and mathematics.
“In 2018 WASC, 90 percent got the university requirement while in NECO, it stood at 85 percent. In 2019, WASC 80 percent while NECO 82 percent, in 2020, WASC 75 percent while NECO was 68 percent, in 2021 WASC 45 percent, NECO 70 percent, in 2022 WASC 85 percent, NECO is not ready yet”, he said.
“Our achievements so far, from the application of the five core values, to be candid and straight forward, the school has achieved a lot in morality as our students are morally sound, no much cases of immoral behavior were reported, obedience has been the philosophy of our students and are complying with directives given to them at all times”, Alhaji Yaya said.
He noted that commendations are being received from members of the public on a daily basis, added that the students are disciplined and the school ensured that only competent staff are engaged to work in the school.
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The proprietor, who commended the staff for their efforts in ensuring the smooth academic activities in the school, thanked Misau emirate council for all the support it has been rendering to the school.
While congratulating the emir of Misau Alh. Ahmed Suleiman mni for spending 7 years on the throne so far, the proprietor said the school will present 10 copies of Holy Qur’an to the emirate council.
In his goodwill message, the emir of Misau, His Royal Highness, Alh. Ahmed Suleiman mni commended the Proprietor of the school for establishing the school in Misau local government area.
The Emir who expressed delight over the achievements recorded by the school, said for running the school successfully within ten years, the emirate and the entire people of Misau are proud of the management of the school.
The Emir prayed to Allah to continue to guide and uplift the Misau model academy to greater height, adding that both parents and other community members should also pray for the continued success of the school.
How we started Operation with only 12 staff 10 years ago – Misau Model Academy
BOSU VC PROMISES TO PLACE ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES ON AUTO GOVERNANCE
By: Bodunrin Kayode
The second Vice Chancellor (VC)of the Borno state university (BOSU) Professor Babagana Gutti has said that he would hit the ground running by placing all academic activity in the University on auto governance.
Prof Gutti said during a recent briefing with newsmen that it was his desire for the University community and the general public to be able to see what their wards are doing on campus at each time.
“We shall work with partners and the media to achieve this because the media is part of the University and it is my intention to ensure that this University is one of the best in this country by the time my tenure ends.
“We will use the auto governance system to monitor what the students or members of the University community are doing at every time. I will ensure that technology, research and learning go together
” I expect students to register real time for their programs from any part of the country or the world. The truth is that most Universities do not have such facilities which makes the work very easy to handle for both management and the community.
“We shall present minute by minute development in the campus for the whole world to see.” Said Gutti shortly after taking over the reigns of activities from the acting VC Prof Haruna Dikwa.
Earlier acting Vice Chancellor Professor Haruna Dlakawa said he was excited and grateful to the visitor Prof Babagana Zulum for giving him the opportunity to have served the University in an acting capacity on the exit of the pioneer VC Professor Kyari Sandabe.
He asked the University community to forgive him wherever he had offended any of them during the period of acting capacity as the Vice Chancellor.
Unveiling his report card, the second VC noted that the young University which started with just 30 programs have graduated it’s first set of graduates cutting across all the facilities..
“As at today, we have 835 staff employed directly by BOSU while 270 were absorbed from the Kashim Ibrahim College of Education. And because of the memorandum of understanding we have with the University of Maiduguri 193 staff are on visiting appointment.
” Also, the University now has 19 Professors on sabbaticals while the student population has risen up to 7,398 in the campus.
” I want to report to you that 26 physical development project has been executed so far on campus while some of them have been stalled temporarily and I will be calling on the second Vice chancellor to look into these projects.”
BOSU VC PROMISES TO PLACE ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES ON AUTO GOVERNANCE
Education
Nigerians Need to be Educated on Stressors, Coping Strategies Against Mental Health Disorders- Foundation
Nigerians Need to be Educated on Stressors, Coping Strategies Against Mental Health Disorders- Foundation
By: Michael Mike
An empowerment foundation, Webmark Empowerment Foundation has advocated the need to educate Nigerians on strategies to identify stressors and be conversant with with our to cope with them in order to significantly reduce the risk of mental health disorders in the country.
The foundation said there is an urgent need to raise an awareness about the critical impact of stressors on mental health and the proactive measures that can be taken to prevent mental health disorders across the country, during a virtual event it held on Friday in Abuja in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Lugbe FHA Estate, Connect Her Network Foundation, and Secure the Future International Initiative to commemorate the 2024 World Mental Health Day themed “Health at Work”.
The World Mental Health Day is celebrated annually on Oct. 10, to raise awareness about mental health around the world and to mobilise efforts to support those experiencing mental health issues.
Speaking at the event, a Mental Health rehabilitation professional, Dr. Saadatu Adamu, highlighted the psychological effects of stress and its potential to lead to mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression.
She said: “Mental health is how we think, feel and act. Stress is a silent epidemic that can manifest in various ways, affecting not just individuals but an entire society.”
She added that: “By learning to identify stressors and implementing coping strategies, we can significantly reduce the risk of mental health disorders.”
Adamu also recommended some practical techniques for stress management, including mindfulness practices, physical exercise, and the importance of social support systems.
Also speaking, Webmark Empowerment Foundation trustee member, Dr. Maha Michael said that one in four Nigerians, approximately fifty million people, are suffering from some sort of mental illness according to the World Health Organisation (WHO).
Concerned about these statistics, he advised citizens to take their mental health more seriously especially with the pressure of prevailing economic challenges.
He also noted the growing concern over the mental health crisis exacerbated by various societal pressures, including economic instability, social isolation, and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Michael added that recognising and addressing these stressors is essential for fostering a healthier society.
On her part, founder Connect Her Network (known for empowering women and girls),
Ambassador Victoria Ojiah emphasised the unique challenges faced by marginalized groups.
She said: “Women and girls are particularly susceptible to stressors related to societal expectations and economic pressures. It is crucial to provide them with the tools and resources to manage their mental health effectively.”
Ojiah also highlighted the crucial role of mental health to overall wellbeing, saying that good health encompassed physical, mental, social, spiritual, and financial aspects; going beyond the mere absence of diseases or infirmity.
The Programme Coordinator of the Foundation, Mrs Alukwe Ugochinyere reiterated their commitment to breaking the stigma associated with mental health disorders by bringing these issue to the forefront, to encourage individuals to seek help when needed and to support one another in their mental health journeys.
Nigerians Need to be Educated on Stressors, Coping Strategies Against Mental Health Disorders- Foundation
Education
The School of Politics, Policy and Governance Announces Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2024: Shaping a New Generation of Leaders to Disrupt Bad Governance in Nigeria
The School of Politics, Policy and Governance Announces Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2024: Shaping a New Generation of Leaders to Disrupt Bad Governance in Nigeria
By:Michael Mike
Celebrated and award-winning novelist, Chimamanda Adichie, will be the keynote speaker at the Graduation Ceremony of the class of 2024 School of Politics, Policy and Governance (SPPG) scheduled to hold on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the Shehu Musa Yar’adua Centre, Abuja.
The event, with the theme “People, Politics, Policies and the Power of Words”, will also see two-time Minister of the Federal Republic and founder SPPG, Dr Obiageli Ezekwesili; the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) SPPG, Ms Alero Ayida-Otobo and the Dean, SPPG, Dr Abiola Akiyode address the graduands who are poised to become transformative leaders in Nigeria and beyond.
Speaking with Tribune Online in Abuja, the CEO, SPPG, Alero Ayida-Otobo, said the School aims to disrupt the cycle of poor governance by training a new generation of ethical and effective leaders through its innovative curriculum.
She added that the time is ripe for Africa to take the bulls by the horns, challenge the status quo, and bring on board in their numbers people with character, and competence to redirect the African course.
“For as long as Africa continues on the path of very poor politics, a political culture that subordinates the common good for personal, private or narrow interest, there is no chance of Africa achieving economic development. This event underscores SPPG’s commitment to cultivating a new breed of leaders dedicated to improving governance in Nigeria and Africa. As Nigeria grapples with ongoing governance challenges, the importance of equipping leaders with character, competence, and capacity to serve the people cannot be overemphasised.
“So, if Africans need to transform our politics and we just sit back as citizens hoping that those who have entrenched poor governance as a matter of political culture will someday have a Damascus experience, we will wait forever. We have proven that people of character, competence, and capacity will enter Africa’s politics in great numbers. This will challenge the existing monopolistic pipeline of poor politicians giving bad governance.
“The graduation theme, “People, Politics, Policies and the Power of Words,” reflects SPPG’s mission to prioritise citizen engagement and foster a governance model centred on the needs of the people. We are dedicated to transforming politics and governance across Nigeria and Africa by training a new generation of political leaders with values-based, disruptive thinking. The ceremony will include keynote addresses from esteemed leaders and a celebration of the graduates’ accomplishments,” Ayida-Otobo said in a statement.
The School of Politics, Policy and Governance Announces Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2024: Shaping a New Generation of Leaders to Disrupt Bad Governance in Nigeria
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