Empowerment
Sankara donates N20m, reelief items to Jigawa flood victims
The Chairman of Senate Committee on Information and National Orientation, Senator Danladi Sankara has donated of N20million cash, 2,000 bags of rice , 1000 sand bags and sundry relief materials to victims of recent flood disaster in Jigawa State.
The senator representing Jigawa North-West Senatorial district distributed the relief items to the 12 Local Government Areas making up his Constituency.
A statement from his media office indicated that he personally went round to inspect the affected flood areas to make the donations as he commiserated with the victims as well as prayed for the repose of the souls of those who lost their lives in the incidents.
While addressing the victims of the flood in the various communities, Senator Sankara disclosed that he had since written official letters to the Honourable Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development to come to the aid of the victims of the flood in Jigawa North-West.
He said “Since early August when the floodings became recurrent, I personally wrote official letters to the minister of humanitarian affairs as well as the Director General of National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in which I detailed the manifest threat posed by the floods , and sought their kind prompt intervention.
“I also wrote another reminder to them when the flood disaster was assuming frightening dimension.
He said based on the efforts NEMA sent officials to all the affected areas to assess the situation , and we are optimistic that the agency would take appropriate measures to provide relief materials to the victims as well as assist in their rehabilitation”,Senator Sankara emphasised.
He noted that the level of devastation caused by the flood was enormous in virtually all the three Emirates of Gumel, Kazaure and Ringim , comprising a total of Twelve Local Government Areas making up the Jigawa North-West Senatorial Constituency…
“I can recall that in 2019 I moved a Motion on the Floor of the Senate on the Menace of Recurrent Floodings in Nigeria, and a Resolution was unanimously passed requiring for comprehensive measures to be adopted to address the problems once and for all
“However with the effect of climate change the problem has persisted. We are determined to raise the issue once again to explore the possibility of collaborative efforts of governments at all levels to provide the necessary input to safeguard lives and properties of the people and thebdl9l environment”, Senator Sankara added.
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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