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Yobe State’s Education Sector Gets a Boost with ASSEP

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Stakeholders in Yobe State’s education sector have praised the Accelerated Senior Secondary Education Programme (ASSEP) for its transformative impact on the state’s education system.

The commendation came during a recent engagement session between the Project Implementation Team and stakeholders at the Sand Dunes Hotel in Damaturu.

Yobe State teachers have shown promising results in the ASSEP teacher training program, with encouragement to further participation.

Teachers Benard Antso and Ladi Disa praised ASSEP for revolutionizing education, enhancing productivity, and understanding.

Antso described ASSEP as a “good initiative by the Federal Government” that will transform schools, teachers, and students.

Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Professor Abba Idris Adam, praised the Federal Government for initiating ASSEP, assuring that Yobe State will maximize ASSEP’s potential to improve education outcomes.

Professor Adam said ASSEP components align with the Yobe state vision of educational transformation and charges the teachers to seize the opportunity to personally develop themselves and shore up their experience and career growth.
Hajiya Sa’adatu Ahmed Shehu, Chairperson of the Project Implementation Team, commended the Yobe State Government’s commitment to education, saying the state government’s payment of WAEC, NECO, and NABTEB examination fees demonstrates its support for ASSEP’s goals.

In a remark, Dr. Mariam Masha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Regional Developments Programmes, highlighted ASSEP’s focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Agriculture (STEMA).

“This will drive future development and human empowerment in Nigeria’s North East,” she said.

Masha explained that the North East Development Commission (NEDC) supports ASSEP’s success and sustainability.

The engagement session brought together key stakeholders, including the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Professor Abba Idris Adam, Permanent Secretary, Bukar Aji Bukar.

Others are representatives of All Nigeria Conference of Principals of Public Schools (ANCOPPS), Nigerian Union of Teachers, representative of Emir of Damaturu, delegation from the Nigerian Turkish International Colleges (NTIC) who ASSEP partners and other education sector stakeholders.

Meanwhile the Project Implementation Team conducted site visits to Government Girls Unity College, Government Secondary School, Business and Engineering Skills Training Centre, Yobe State Information Technology Development Agency (housing the Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics) among others.

The Accelerated Senior Secondary Education Programme (ASSEP) is poised to transform Yobe State’s education sector.

With government support, stakeholder engagement, and a focus on market-relevant knowledge, ASSEP is set to improve education outcomes and empower future generations.

The PIT team also paid courtesy calls on the Secretary to the State Government, Baba Mallam Wali and the Emir of Damaturu, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Shehu Hashimi II Ibn Umar Al-Amin El-Kanemi.

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Troops repel Boko Haram attack in Gamboru Ngala, kill one terrorist

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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

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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

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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.

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