Empowerment
517 Vulnerable persons In FCT get succour as grants from FCT minister
Some 517 vulnerable persons in FCT have benefitted from the second batch of FCT FADAMA CARES programme in continuation of official disbursement of grants by FCT Minister of State, Dr. Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu.
A statement by the Chief Information Officer (OHMS) Freda Aideyan quoted the minister to have emphasised that the event was another significant indicator of the unflinching determination of President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration to take out 100 million Nigerians out of poverty.
According to her it is also aimed at improving livelihoods generally of the poor and vulnerable households in Nigeria in particular.
She recalled that in June this year the flag-off ceremony of the programme was performed in Kwali.
Aliyu reiterated the determination of the FCT Administration to continue to commit financial resources to ensure that poverty is reduced to the bearest level while improving the livelihoods of the poor and vulnerable agricultural households in the FCT.
‘’The specific objective of the FCT FADAMA CARES programme is to increase food security and ensure functional food supply chain in the FCT.
“The programme is deliberately designed to support the recovery of livelihood activities of poor and vulnerable persons engaged in agricultural value chains with special consideration to women and unemployed youth.
“Its implementation will be anchored on the World Bank community driven development approach for deployment of programme investments at the community level,” she stressed
Aliyu further revealed that the FCT Administration has allocated the sum of $4.5 million to the FCT FADAMA CARES programme to implement three Disbursement Linked Indicators (DLIs) out of a total allocation of $15 million made available to the FCTA by the World Bank for implementation of the programme.
She, therefore, called on all the beneficiaries to make judicious use of the grants by supporting their farming activities which would facilitate their recovery from the negative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, thus improving livelihoods and contribute to the attainment of increased food security and safe functioning of food supply chain in the FCT.
Also speaking, the FCTA permanent secretary, Mr. Adesola Olusade, noted that the federal government and the FCT Administration have invested time and resources in the FADAMA CARES programme and it has started yielding tangible results.
He said the positive results could be attested by the excellent result achieved by the FCT during the programme eligibility assessment exercise conducted by the World Bank where the FCT scored 88% which placed the FCT within the rank of the very best performing states in the country.
Olusade called on the FCT Agriculture and Rural Development Secretariat and other stakeholders to re-double their efforts towards ensuring the successful implementation of the programme in the FCT to enable the administration to reinvigorate households and small businesses in FCT ravaged by the devastating impact of Covid19 pandemic.
In his remarks, Secretary Agriculture and Rural Development Secretariat, Malam Abubakar Ibrahim, reiterated that this achievement is another significant milestone in the efforts of the FCT Administration towards supporting the attainment of food and nutritional security in the Federal Capital Territory.
According to him, “This official disbursement of grants to second batch of beneficiaries under FCT FADAMA CARES programme further affirms the unflinching commitment of the FCT Administration towards poverty reduction and improvement of livelihoods for poor and vulnerable agricultural households in the territory.”
The items to be distributed include fertilizers, seeds and agrochemicals, sprayers and personal protective equipment for crop farmers, day old chicks and feeds for poultry farmers, juveniles and feeds for fish farmers, goats for livestock farmers, grinding machines for women processors and motorized produce threshers for groups of unemployed youths.
Empowerment
Peter Obi Empowers 25 youths with N75m, Urges them to Embrace Hard Work, Integrity
The Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections Peter Obi has admonished youths to imbibe the spirit of hardwork, discipline and integrity as sure parth to success.
Obi who is also a former Governor of Anambra State spoke recently when he held an inspiring interactive session with youths in Onitsha, Anambra State, at the invitation of the Faithspiration Initiative.
His empowering message centered on the importance of hard work, discipline, and integrity.
Obi reminded the youths that success in life is not determined by one’s background but by an unwavering commitment to doing the right things and working tirelessly towards achieving goals.
He shared his personal journey, explaining that although he was born and raised in Onitsha, success did not come easy.
He underscored that like many of them, he too faced challenges but was able to overcome them through hard work and discipline.
“There is no shortcut to success,” Obi stated. “It is not where you come from, but how determined you are to do the right things and work hard that truly counts.”
To further support the youths, Obi provided N300,000 each to 25 individuals to help them further their productive ventures, and pledged to continue empowering two more youths every month, starting in January.
In closing, Obi reiterated his belief in the potential of Nigerian youth to drive change. “A New Nigeria remains POssible,” he affirmed.
Empowerment
Again, Obi doles out N60m to educational institutions in Anambra
***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.”
Empowerment
Reps member Launches ICT Hub in Ibadan to Promote Digital Literacy
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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