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NYSC: 2,736 Complete Service in Lagos, others Deployed
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) State Coordinator in Lagos, Mrs Yetunde Baderinwa, has advised outgoing corps members to engage themselves meaningfully till they get their preferred jobs.
Baderinwa gave the advice as 2, 736 members of the 2021 Batch ‘B’ stream Ii were issued their certificates on Thursday.
They were given the certificates at various NYSC Local Government offices across Lagos State and the Orientation Camp in Iyana-Ipaja.
“Having satisfied the four cardinal programmes of the scheme, I congratulate you for being good ambassadors and for contributing your quota to the development of Lagos State.
“Some of you might be fortunate enough to be retained in your places of primary assignments, but for those who are yet to get something, endeavour to get yourselves meaningfully engaged,” she said.
Baderinwa enjoined them to put to bear knowledge learnt from the Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme.
She urged them to contact the scheme for funding, through the available funding options like NIRSAL, CBN, BoI etc if they needed it.
Meanwhile, the Director-General of NYSC, Brig.-Gen. Mohammad Fadah, has advised new corps members in the state as they prepare for their primary assignments.
He urged them to contribute to the upliftment of the standard of living of their host communities as they settle for the service year.
Fadah said this in his address to the 2022 Batch ‘B’ on Tuesday at the NYSC Lagos Orientation Camp in Iyana-Ipaja, during the closing ceremony of their three weeks orientation course.
“I urge you all to sustain the spirit of patriotism, hard work and resilience imbibed in camp and perform duties with diligence, while being guided by the provisions of the NYSC Act and bye laws,” he said.
He urged the corps members to stay off trouble and respect cultures of the land.
Newsmen report that the Director General’s speech was delivered by Mrs Baderinwa.
Also, the Lagos State Commissioner of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations, Mr Tayo Bamgbose-Martins, admonished the corps members.
He reassured them of the state’s commitment to honour corps members who distinguished themselves during the course of the service year.
Bamgbose-Matins emphasised on the need to impact the state positively.
He encouraged them to see wherever they were posted to as a challenge to contribute to the overall socio-economic and political development of the state.
The official urged them to pursue the greater objective of the scheme by promoting unity.
Newsmen report that no fewer than 2,000 corps members were deployed to various sectors of the state in accordance with the operations of the scheme, to serve the nation. (NAN)
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Benue killings: Benue reps frown on incessant attacks on communities, killings of his constituents
From Attah Ede, Makurdi
The member House of Representatives representing Gwer East/Gwer West Federal Constituency, Arc. Asema Achado, Wednesday, condemned the incessant attacks on Benue communities and killing of 28 persons by suspected Fulani herdsmen militia in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State.
Arc. Achado who described the action of the attackers as senseless, expressed deep condolences and solemn empathy to the grieving communities of Tse-Kperyisa, Tse-Adaa, and Tse-Shiver, where innocent farmers were slaughtered by herdsmen. Achado in a statement by his Personal Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mendah Manasseh, said he joined his voice with the Gwer West people in condemnation of the senseless and unlawful attacks..The statement said “the attacks have inflicted immeasurable pain and suffering upon the peace-loving people of Gwer West.”I implored the Benue State Government to urgently intervene by enforcing the Open Grazing Prohibition and Ranches Establishment Law, by ensuring that the perpetrators of these barbaric acts face swift and decisive justice.“They should also collaborate with law enforcement agencies to apprehend those responsible for these heinous crimes against humanity,” he said.”I therefore call on the people of Gwer West to remain steadfast and united in their quest to bring an end to the spate of killings.Achado assures his constituents of his unwavering support and steadfast commitment to championing their cause and advocating for lasting peace and security in the constituency.NEWS
Benue killings: Gov Alia Condemns Attack on Communities, Charge Security Agents to Rescue Those in Captive
From Attah Ede Makurdi
Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia of Benue State, on Wednesday, condemned in strong terms, the recent horrific attacks on different communities in Gwer-West Local Government Area of Benue State by suspected armed herders which resulted to the killing of several persons and scores kidnapped.
He wondered why such grossly offensive attacks continue on Benue communities despite the relentless efforts of government to arrest the ugly situation.
The governor in a statement by his Principal Special Assistant(PSA) on media and content creation, Isaac Uzaan, called on Benue people, particularly those at the frontline of the attacks to cooperate with the government and security agencies to bring perpetrators of this heinous crime to justice.
The Governor however extend his deep condolences to those whose relatives were killed in the attacks and called on security agencies to expedite their search and ensure safe release of those kidnapped.
Uzaan quoted the governor as assuring Benue people that his government, in union with security chiefs and traditional rulers is committed to concerted action to ending insecurity in Benue State.
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May Day: NLC Seeks Partnership with Anambra Sports Commission
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), says it is planning to hold some sporting events as part of activities marking this year’s May Day celebration.
Mr Humphrey Nwafor, Chairman of the NLC in Anambra, said this when he led members of the State May Day Planning Committee on a courtesy visit to Patrick-Estate Onyedum, Chairman of Anambra State Sports Development Commission, on Wednesday.
Nwafor, represented by Dr Emeka Odogwu, Chairman of Nigeria Union of Journalists in Anambra, expressed satisfaction with the developmental programmes of the Sports Commission.
Odogwu, who is also the Chairman of the Planning Committee, said the Labour movement in Anambra was willing to partner the Commission to make its May Day sporting activities successful.
He said the games, planned for the day, were athletics, Football, Badminton, Nchoo and Volleyball.
“We are satisfied with what you are doing in the sports as Chairman of Sports Development Commission and we want to appreciate your doggedness and effective drive in the sector,” he said.
In his response, Onyedum commended the NLC for the innovation, saying that sports should be a habit for all to ensure healthier life.
He promised that the Sports Development Commission would take care of their technical needs to make the sporting event worthwhile.
“What you are doing is in line with the agenda of Gov. Soludo who has always been supportive of human capital development of the youth through sports.
“I encourage you not to relent in your efforts and support to the state government,” he said. (NAN)