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PEP Donates Books to Nigeria’s Chinese Corner to Foster Cultural Exchange
PEP Donates Books to Nigeria’s Chinese Corner to Foster Cultural Exchange
By: Michael Mike
People’s Education Press (PEP), has donated 15 sets of Chinese language teaching and cultural materials to support Chinese language education in Nigeria.
The donation which is aimed at enhancinv mutual understanding and strengthen cultural exchange between the two countries, was presented on Thursday to the Chinese Corner initiative,
Speaking at the book donation ceremony in Abuja, Counselor Yang Jianxing of the Chinese Embassy described the gesture as “a vivid reflection of the friendly bond between China and Nigeria.
He noted that the high-quality textbooks and cultural books will help Nigerian students better understand Chinese language and culture.
“High-quality Chinese language textbooks and Chinese cultural books are a shortcut for Nigerian young students to quickly master Chinese and understand Chinese culture,” Yang said.
Launched in 2013, the Chinese Corner project now has 13 centers across Nigeria, with plans to open two more. The program offers Nigerian high school students opportunities to learn Mandarin and immerse themselves in Chinese traditions.
Many participants have gone on to study at Confucius Institutes or contribute to China-Nigeria cooperation projects.
Yang thanked PEP for their support, describing the donated materials as “seeds of friendship” between the two nations. “These seeds will take root, germinate, and grow eventually becoming towering trees that connect the hearts of Chinese and Nigerian youth,” he added.
Looking ahead to 2026 designated the “China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges” the Chinese Embassy expressed its intention to deepen educational cooperation further.
Plans include introducing customized Chinese language materials and possibly launching China-Nigeria educational TV programs.
“May the path of educational cooperation between China and Nigeria become broader and broader,”
“May China-Nigeria friendship last forever.” Said Counselor Yang
The director Secretary of FCT Secondary Education Board Dr Muhammed Sani Ladan emphasized the significance of the collaboration between the FCT Secondary Education Board and China through the People’s Education Press (PEP), describing the donation as a product of a meaningful and ongoing relationship.
He recalled the visit of the executive of PEP from Beijing noting that diplomatic courtesy visit lead to impactful educational support and resources sharing .
The director stated that “Some months ago the executives of the People’s Education Press came all the way from Beijing and it gave birth to this philanthropic donation we are about to witness today.”
Dr. Ladan pointed out that the book donation is not just a gift, but a tool for empowerment and long-term knowledge transmission .
Tapping from a Chinese proverb Dr Ladan stated
“In those books we are going to learn how to catch fish rather than being given a fish.”
He further reinforced the belief that education is transformative
“Education is life, is wealth, and is freedom.”
The Director conveyed deep appreciation to the Chinese Embassy and reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to sustained cultural and educational ties.
“You have genuinely given us life and you have fulfilled the Chinese principles of shared prosperity for humanity.”
He concluded by assuring continued support in advancing bilateral relations as “a win-win cooperation.”
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Nigeria, Saudi Arabia Deepen Humanitarian Alliance as NEMA, KSrelief Roll Out Food Aid to Five States
Nigeria, Saudi Arabia Deepen Humanitarian Alliance as NEMA, KSrelief Roll Out Food Aid to Five States
By: Michael Mike
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening humanitarian cooperation with the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief), as both partners move to scale up emergency food assistance for vulnerable communities across Nigeria.
This was disclosed in Abuja when the Director-General of NEMA, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, received a delegation from KSrelief at the agency’s headquarters, where both sides reviewed ongoing collaboration and planned the next phase of direct humanitarian interventions.
Mrs. Umar commended KSrelief for its sustained support to disaster-affected and vulnerable populations in Nigeria, noting that the partnership has continued to reinforce federal humanitarian response efforts, particularly in reaching communities impacted by disasters, food insecurity, and other vulnerabilities.
KSrelief’s representative, Mr. Majeed Alanazi, said the visit was aimed at strengthening coordination with NEMA ahead of the rollout of direct food basket distribution to selected households in targeted states. He emphasized the organisation’s continued commitment to supporting vulnerable populations and improving welfare outcomes in affected communities.
According to the plan, the food assistance programme will be implemented across Yobe, Benue, Kebbi, Taraba, and Anambra States—covering both conflict-affected and food-insecure populations.
Both organisations described the initiative as part of a broader effort to deepen humanitarian reach and ensure more efficient delivery of aid to households most in need across Nigeria.
Nigeria, Saudi Arabia Deepen Humanitarian Alliance as NEMA, KSrelief Roll Out Food Aid to Five States
Five Feared Dead in Fresh Attack in Gero Area Near NIPPS of Plateau State
By: Zagazola Makama
At least five persons have been reportedly killed in an attack by armed men at a mining site in Gero Village, Gyel District of Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Sources said that the attackers were armed Fulani assailants who stormed the mining site and opened fire on workers and residents in the area.
The latest attack reportedly occurred hours after an earlier assault on security personnel at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, which led to the deaths of three officers.
Gero Village is said to be located about five kilometres from the NIPSS facility, raising concerns among residents over the proximity of repeated security incidents in the area.
Meanwhile, tensions remain high in surrounding communities as residents called for increased security presence to prevent further escalation.
Five Feared Dead in Fresh Attack in Gero Area Near NIPPS of Plateau State
Three Police Officers Killed as IED Explodes in Zamfara State
By: Zagazola Makama
Three police officers have been killed following the explosion of an improvised explosive device (IED) along the Anka–Bagega road in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Security sources said the incident occurred on June 15 at about 5:05 p.m. when the Officer-in-Charge of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit, SP Abdulrazak Musa Hassan, led a team to the area to detonate a suspected explosive device believed to have been planted by armed bandits.
The team, which included personnel of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU), was reportedly conducting a controlled clearance operation using an armoured personnel carrier when the vehicle accidentally triggered the explosive device.
The explosion resulted in the immediate death of SP Abdulrazak Musa Hassan, Inspector Murtala Musa of the VCRU, and Inspector Auwal Ahmad attached to the EOD unit.
Their bodies were evacuated to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Gusau, for post-mortem examination.
Authorities said the remains of the officers have been deposited at the hospital morgue, while investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Security operations in the area have since been reinforced as efforts continue to clear the road and prevent further attacks.
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