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Yobe Govt hails VP’s Office, NEDC for organizing 1st Batch In-Person training of 100 Teachers under ASSEP
Yobe Govt hails VP’s Office, NEDC for organizing 1st Batch In-Person training of 100 Teachers under ASSEP
By: Inusa Salihu
The Yobe State Government under the leadership of Governor Mai Mala Buni has hailed Office of the Vice -President, Senator Kashim Shettima and the North East Development Commission (NEDC) for launching the first batch In-Person two-day training of 100 Secondary School Teachers under the Accelerated School Support Education Program (ASSEP).
Besides, all the benefitting teachers are from Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Agriculture (STEMA) subjects.
Addressing the participants, the Yobe State Focal Person, Hon. Mulima Idi Mato, said, the gesture would compliment efforts of the present administration which is committed to transform or enhance good quality of education across the state, even as he urge them to pay attention throughout the training exercise.
He added that, governor Buni since inception declared state of emergency in the education sector, pointing out that, even in the 2025 Appropriation Bill which was recently presented to the State House of Assembly, a substantial amount of over N108 billion was allocated to the sector.
“Let me use this opportunity to commend the initiators of this laudable program aim to provide quality of education in our dear land.
“As we started the first batch training with 100 Teachers across various schools in the state, more teachers are to benefit from the next batches, as they are all expected to cascade the knowledge gained down for better teaching and learning.
“I urge all participants to pay serious attention throughout the exercise for the betterment of our teachers, students and parents/guardians in Yobe state”. Mato stated.
Declaring the programme open in Damaturu, the state capital, Personal Assistant Domestic & North-East Affairs, office of the Vice-President, Comrade Mahmud Muhammad said, the gesture which are to be in batches, is intended to cover teachers in public and private schools across the North East states of Borno, Yobe, Bauchi, Taraba, Adamawa and Gombe.
Muhammad also said, the exercise is inline with the education revitalization commitment under the supervision of the Senior Special Assistant on Regional
Development to the President, office of the Vice President, Dr. Mariam Masha with support from NEDC and Project Implementation Team (PIT).
“I am honored to recognize Vice President Kashim Shettima’s Visionary Leadership in Launching the Accelerated School Support Education Program (ASSEP), which aim to transform education quality in the northeast region in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and education revitalization commitment under the supervision of the Senior Special Assistant on Regional Development to the President, office of the Vice President, Dr. Mariam Masha with support from the NEDC and PIT.
“May I on behalf of the Project Implementation Team (PIT) use this medium to commend the continuous efforts of the Yobe State Government under the dynamic leadership of Hon. Mai Mala Buni, in uplifting the standard of education in the state.
” To our hardworking teachers, your participation in the 1 -Million Teachers’ Black Belt virtual training reflects an exceptional commitment to excellence.
“This in-person training marks a significant step in skill enhancement, aligning our teaching practices with global standards to elevate educational quality and inspire students’ achievement.
“His Excellency, Governor Mai Mala Buni, underscored the importance of education in Yobe by declaring a state of emergency on Basic and Secondary education in his first inaugural speech in 2019. His vision aligns with the timeless belief that ‘Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world’. (Nelson Mandela).
“This declaration has led to substantial reforms, investments in infrastructure, and an increased focus on training for quality education, ensuring that our youth are equipped for success.
“As we evaluate the impact of this training through student assessments and performance metrics, we are hopeful that Yobe will be part of the leading state.
“We extend our sincere gratitude to all partners for their steadfast support, with special appreciation to the NEDC and the MD/CEO Alhaji Mohammed Alkali for their essential sponsorship, which has played a critical role in bringing this program to life, which would help to shape a brighter, more prosperous future for the Northeast region”. Muhammad said.
Also in his remarks, the Team Lead, Mr. Gbenga Ojo said, the training will provide needed skills and knowledge for the teachers to enable them deliver lectures and reposition the education sector for a better, so that, students would be able to write reports, memos, design websites, speak good english and cope with modern realities.
Yobe Govt hails VP’s Office, NEDC for organizing 1st Batch In-Person training of 100 Teachers under ASSEP
Bandits ambush C-Watch operatives in Katsina, kill 8, burn patrol vehicles
By: Zagazola Makama
Suspected bandits have ambushed operatives of the C-Watch security outfit in Dandume Local Government Area of Katsina State, killing eight persons and setting two patrol vehicles ablaze.
The incident happened late Friday night when gunmen invaded a village near Dandume around midnight.
Residents said C-Watch operatives responded to a distress call and rescued eight villagers who had earlier sustained gunshot injuries during the attack.
However, on their way back, the operatives reportedly ran into an ambush by the bandits, who opened fire on them, killing the rescued victims and burning two patrol vehicles belonging to the security outfit.
Bandits ambush C-Watch operatives in Katsina, kill 8, burn patrol vehicles
Troops barbecued scores of bandits in Kankara, Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have eliminated scores bandits in ongoing clearance operations in Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Zagazola learnt that the operations, which began on Friday, targeted multiple bandit hideouts in the area.
The sources said the troops, supported by other security components, engaged the criminals in sustained firepower, leading to the neutralisation of an undisclosed number of them.
“The operations are still ongoing, with troops pursuing fleeing bandits into the forest corridors,” one of the sources said.
Military authorities are yet to issue an official statement as at press time.
Troops barbecued scores of bandits in Kankara, Katsina
Zulum Visits Families of 63 Borno Residents Killed by Boko Haram
By: Michael Mike
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum has visited Darajamal, a community in Bama, to condole with families of the 63 people killed by Boko Haram insurgents on Friday night.
The victims comprise 5 soldiers and about 58 civilians that were earlier displaced by the insurgents but have been resettled in Darajamal for two months now.
Zulum, visibly moved by the incident, met with community leaders and consoled the bereaved families. He expressed grief and condemned the brutal attack in the strongest terms.
Speaking to newsmen, the governor said, “We are here to commiserate with the people of Darajamal over what happened last night that has claimed the lives of many people. It is very sad. This community was settled a few months ago and they go about their normal activities, but unfortunately, they experienced Boko Haram attack last night. Our visit is to commiserate with them and build their resilience.”
On the casualties, the Governor said, “at this moment we have confirmed that 63 people lost their lives, both civilians and military, although the civilian casualties are more. Close to about 60 civilians and 5 soldiers lost their lives.”
Governor Zulum, while noting the challenges faced in the fight against insecurity, also called for the immediate deployment of the newly trained Forest Guards to complement the military in safeguarding vulnerable communities.
He said, “We have to take note that the numerical strength of the military is not enough to cover everywhere, so far so good, two sets of Forest Guards have been trained, therefore one of the solutions that we need to implement immediately is to deploy the trained Forest Guards to most of the locations that are vulnerable, they will protect the forest and communities.”
Also, the Senator representing Borno Central, Kaka Shehu Lawan, whose constituency Darajamal falls under, has condemned the attack, describing it as a crime against humanity.
He expressed his commitment to supporting Governor Babagana Umara Zulum through legislative backing to restore peace in Borno State.
Zulum Visits Families of 63 Borno Residents Killed by Boko Haram
Bandits ambush C-Watch operatives in Katsina, kill 8, burn patrol vehicles
Troops barbecued scores of bandits in Kankara, Katsina
Zulum Visits Families of 63 Borno Residents Killed by Boko Haram
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