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NFWP disburses over N1b to women beneficiaries in Niger

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2 years ago

July 28, 2022

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By Abubakar Hassan

Niger State project coordinating unit of Nigeria for Women Project (NFWP) has disclosed that over N1b had so far been disbursed to women beneficiaries of the project in the state.

The state project coordinator, Mohammed Sarki Bello made the disclosure while briefing members of the media on the general overview of the project and the journey so far, at the conference room of the organization in Minna.

He said the NFWP which is a World Bank financed project was created purposely to support women livelihood for them to be self reliant and by extension support their respective families.

Representative of the project Coordinator who is also the procurement officer of the organization, Dauda Shekarau said only three local government areas which are Agaie, Gurara and Wushishi were captured in the project and that about 20,000 women had so far benefitted from the N60,000 grant of the project.

He explained that their target was 54,000 in Niger State but that so far they have captured about 64,000 adding that before the project wind down in May 2023 they must have reached out to about 80,000 women beneficiaries in the state.

Shekarau said the state was doing well as it is leading in the implementation of the project in Nigeria.

He added that the project which is a $100m world bank project with overall objective of improving the livelihood of women in Nigeria did not just stop at giving women money as grant but also train them and encourage them to form groups called Women Affinity Groups (WAGs).
as well as provide ready market for their products which were mostly agricultural products.

Also, the team lead of Behavioral Change Communication (BCC) firm, one of the partners of the project, Mr. Ebisemiju Bankole said the project was designed to support women to be self reliant and in turn support their families too.

He disclosed that their are some barriers which hinders women participation in socio-economic activities in their domain which might be either cultural or religious barriers.

Bankole indicated that the NFWP was one project that the women must not miss and BCC was concerned about such barriers that might hinders the women participation in the project with the aim of looking into them and see how they can be softened to give the women a soft landing.

Earlier in her remarks, the director of women affairs in the state Ministry of Gender Affairs and Social Development, Mrs Oyitemi Olley said Niger State was qualified to be among the six states for the project because of the commitment of the state government towards uplifting the living standard of women in the state.

She said the project which is directly under her department aimed at supporting and uplifting the living standard of the rural women, confirming that about 20,000 women had so far benefitted from the grant to make them self reliant and also for them to help their families.

The Director also appreciated the State project coordinating unit of NFWP for their commitment towards actualizing their mandate and achieving the overall objective of the project.

Empowerment

Again, Obi doles out N60m to educational institutions in Anambra

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2 weeks ago

November 11, 2024

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***Canvasses for health, education as keys to poverty eradication

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 General elections Peter Obi, has again donated N60 million to two educational institutions in Anambra State.
The effort is to strengthen health and education sectors he considers essential for lifting people out of poverty.
During a visit on Monday, Obi presented N50 million to Peter University in Achina and later donated N10 million to the College of Nursing Sciences in Adazi Nnukwu.
Just on Thursday last week Obi had donated N60m to support local institutions; N50m to the University on the Niger (UNINIGER) in Umunya, the university’s Iyi-Enu campus, to aid its expansion and infrastructure goals.
He also visited the School of Nursing at Iyienu Mission Hospital in Ogidi, where he contributed an additional N10 million to support healthcare training.
Writing on his X-handle on Monday, Obi expressed that the contributions align with his longstanding commitment to fostering a productive Nigeria. “Health and education are the cornerstones of development,” Obi remarked.
“A nation cannot progress without a healthy and educated workforce.” He highlighted the importance of prioritizing the future of Nigeria’s youth, given the country’s predominantly young population.

The donations are part of Obi’s broader vision of building a “New Nigeria” by investing in critical sectors that address poverty and improve citizens’ quality of life. He emphasized that such investments are crucial for creating a nation where citizens can contribute productively to economic growth and development.

Obi also extended gratitude to the proprietors, management, staff, and students of both institutions, commending their dedication to the fields of health and education.
His message of hope and commitment concluded with a reaffirmation of his belief that a “New and Productive Nigeria is Possible.”

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Reps member Launches ICT Hub in Ibadan to Promote Digital Literacy

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3 weeks ago

November 1, 2024

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Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Digital, Information Communication Technology, and Cybersecurity, Hon. Adedeji Dhikrullahi Olajide, has inaugurated a cutting-edge ICT Hub at Oba Abass Aleshinloye Secondary School in Eleyele, Ibadan. This development, in collaboration with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), aims to boost digital literacy and broaden educational opportunities for students in the area.

The ICT Hub, equipped with modern computers, high-speed internet, and essential software, reflects Hon. Olajide’s vision of a tech-driven Nigeria. Tolu Mustapha, Special Adviser on Media and Public Affairs, highlighted that the facility aligns with the Oyo State Government’s commitment to improving technological access and educational quality, especially within the Ibadan North West/Ibadan South West Federal Constituency.

“This ICT Hub isn’t just about infrastructure; it’s a doorway to new possibilities,” Mustapha stated. “It’s designed to equip our youths with the skills they need to excel in a tech-centric future, fostering a self-sustaining and innovative socio-economic environment.”

The hub will primarily serve students at Oba Abass Aleshinloye Secondary School but is open to neighboring schools, encouraging a collaborative learning environment.
Workshops and training sessions are also planned to maximize the hub’s benefits for students and teachers alike.

By establishing the ICT Hub, Hon. Olajide fulfills a campaign promise and contributes to Nigeria’s journey toward a technology-driven economy. This project, he emphasized, is part of an effort to prepare Nigerian youth for success in a global digital landscape.

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Businessman empowers 50 youths, women with strategic business training in Gombe

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1 month ago

October 13, 2024

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By Friday Idachaba

A Businessman, Muhammad Sani Abdullahi (Majin Dukku), has sponsored 50 youths and women in strategic business training and empowerment on Agricultural value chain in Livestock, in Dukku Local Government of Gombe State.

Addressing newsmen at the end of the three-day programme which was held at Mohammad Inuwa Yahaya Hall, Dukku, Muhammad Sani Abdullahi said that the beneficiaries were carefully selected from Dukku town and its environs.

He said that the three-day programme was organized by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security and National Animal Production Research Institute (NAPRI) Zaria in collaboration with AMRAH Farms Nigeria Limited.

The traditional title holder of Majin-Dukku expressed satisfaction with the success of the training programme and charged the participants to put the knowledge acquired into proper use in order to have stable and viable sources of livelihood.

In his remarks, the Community representative, Hon. Abdulkadir Abubakar Alkali, urged the participants to take advantage of the training in finding their way into businesses capable of improving their standard of living.

Hon. Abdulkadir also urged the beneficiaries to make judicious use of the items of empowerment given them as he assured that more empowerment programmes were on the way for the good Dukku people.

Earlier in his address, Dr Ayinla John, representative of the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and NAPRI, commended the facilitator for his support and developmental efforts in the community.

He urged the beneficiaries to use the opportunity accorded them to improve their livelihood and wellbeing.

In his remarks, Alhamdullilah Bello A. Tahir, Director, AMRAH Farms Nig. Ltd, represented by Mallam Suberu Ahmed Tijani, urged the beneficiaries to make use of the training programme to develop themselves and become self-reliant.

He expressed optimism that the skills acquired would improve their standard of living as he appealed to the beneficiaries to grow day-old chicks rather than sell them off for quick money as some individuals do.

Responding on behalf of the beneficiaries, the Class Governor, Bappah Ladan and his Deputy Umukulsum Abubakar thanked the Facilitator and expressed their gratitude.

They attested to the fact that the training exposed them to new ways of enhancing their businesses and appealed to other well-meaning individuals in the society to emulate the Majin-Dukku to initiate laudable projects that make direct impact on the society.

At the end of the training programme, each participant was given a Carton of day old chicks (50), 50 kg feeds, drinkers, feeders, drugs, medication and cash support. (Ends)