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Zulum Hands Over Remodelled FCE Gwoza to Federal Ministry of Education

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Zulum Hands Over Remodelled FCE Gwoza to Federal Ministry of Education

By: Michael Mike

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum has handed over the remodelled Federal College of Education site in Gwoza Local Government Area to the Federal Ministry of Education.

The institution, formerly Teachers College Gwoza, was owned by Borno State Government before being remodelled and handed over on Wednesday in a brief ceremony at the council chamber of government house, Maiduguri.

The buildings in the college comprises over 100 upgraded classrooms, modern laboratories, improved administrative facilities and staff quarters for principal officers, among others.

Zulum had earlier, in addition to the upgrade and handover of a permanent site for the college, approved N200 million as take-off package.

The governor reiterated his commitment to the smooth take-off of the newly established college; he said, “I will not relent in my effort to support the smooth take-off of the Federal College of Education, Gwoza. We will do what is needed and ensure all the support is provided to the best of our ability.”

Zulum also commended the federal government for citing the college in Borno as an opportunity for citizens of the state to acquire the needed teaching and learning skills, noting that Borno was the only state without a federal college of education.

Zulum charged the management of the college to ensure a good standard that would produce graduates who could add value to society. He said, “What matters is not the number of students we graduate but the quality of the output. There is apathy toward the National Certificate of Education (NCE). Let’s make sure that we get this one right.

He said: “Let’s see how our children can study NCE in English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, TVET courses, and all those subjects that can create wealth and accelerate our development. I will not be happy if you immediately establish a Kanuri or Hausa course. We can learn all these in our homes and on the street.”

Earlier in his address, the permanent secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, Dr Nasir Sani Gwarzo, commended the governor of Borno State, for donating a completely remodelled edifice as the permanent site of the Federal College of Education, Gwoza.

Gwarzo, who was represented by the Director of Polytechnic, Education and Allied Institutions, Dr Ejeh Usman, said: “Your announcement of a donation of N200m by the state government towards the take-off of the new Federal College of Education is a gesture that speaks volumes about your leadership and commitment to the growth of education in this region.”

The delegation also comprises the Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Colleges of Education, Prof. Paulinus Okwelle, the Chairman of the College’s Governing Council, Professor Sule Tagi, and other senior officials of the Federal Ministry of Education.

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MAN OF THE YEAR Award By THISDAY Newspapers/ARISE Media Group

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CELEBRATING PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU

The President/Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, Bola Tinubu, has been announced “MAN OF THE YEAR” by THISDAY Newspapers and ARISE News Board of Editors.

The prestigious recognition reaffirmed Mr. President’s exemplary leadership, visionary thinking, and unwavering commitment to transforming the country amid mounting economic and security challenges.

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Nigeria Commiserates with Türkiye Over Devastating Fire Incident

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By: Michael Mike

Nigerian government has commiserated with the government and people of Türkiye over the fire incident at the Grand Kartal Hotel in the Kartalkaya Ski Resort that resulted in the death of 66 persons injured over 50 others.

The condolence message was contained in a statement signed by the acting spokesperson of the federal ministry of foreign affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa.

The statement read: “The Federal Republic of Nigeria wishes to express deep condolence to the Government and People of the Republic of Turkiye over the unfortunate fire incident at the Grand Kartal Hotel in the Kartalkaya Ski Resort.

“The fire, which claimed the lives of 66 persons and injured over 50 others in Bolu Province in Northwestern Turkiye, was reported to have started in the early hours of Tuesday 21st January 2025.

“The Federal Government of Nigeria sympathizes with the Government of the Republic of Turkiye and the families of the victims of the fire incident, and also wishes a speedy recovery of the injured.”

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Yobe’s Commitment To Agric. Development very Impressive -Islamic Development Bank

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By: Mamman Mohammed

The Islamic Development Bank has expressed satisfaction with the preparedness of Yobe state government to partner the bank for an agricultural project.

Mr. Javed khan, Senior Agriculture Specialist of the Bank stated this at a courtesy call on Governor Mai Mala Buni CON, at the Government House, Damaturu.

Khan said the commitment of Yobe state government to meeting its obligations is quite impressive and encouraging.

Khan who led a team from the bank on assessment tour of the state to see for itself the documents developed and the preparations on ground for the project, said the team was convinced with government’s committment to the project.

“We were initially discouraged not to come to Yobe state citing insecurity but, we insisted on coming and are impressed with the peace and security, and the government’s commitment to the project.

“We are working towards a target in the next three months for the state to obtain approval from the bank for the project.

“The working synergy between our team and your team suggests that we will achieve our target within the stipulated time frame” Khan said.

Responding, Governor Buni commended the Bank for not listening to the enemies of progress of the state.

“l am glad you did not listen to them, some of whom have never been anywhere close to Yobe state but giving stories about what they don’t know.

“You are now here and you have seen things for yourselves and can tell the story better. We are ready for this partnership using agriculture to drive the economy of our state and the people.

“All the 17 local government areas in the state are now accessible and the people can access their farms and make this proposed project successful” Buni said.

The Governor explained the importance of agriculture to the people, adding “this project would guarantee food security and economic prosperity in our post insurgency recovery programme.

“The resilience exhibited by our people in embracing agriculture being their major preoccupation to rebuild their lives after the protracted insecurity is very encouraging and need to be supported” he said.

The Governor re-ephasized the readiness of his administration to partner the bank to make agricultural development in the state a huge success story.

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