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200 Nigerians Bag EU-Erasmus Plus Scholarship

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No fewer than 200 Nigerians are set to study in 20 countries in Europe under the Erasmus plus scholarship awarded by the European Union, the EU ambassador to Nigeria and the Economic Community of West African States, Samuela Isopi, disclosed in Abuja on Wednesday.

The to enhance quality higher education through scholarships and academic cooperation between the EU and the rest of the world.

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While giving her opening address at the 2022 pre-departure orientation, Isopi said, “This year we have reached the record number of over 200 Erasmus Plus scholarships in Nigeria.

“Over 100 of them have joined us today. And they are in this whole others are following online. So let’s put our hands together for them. They deserve it. Also because they had been selected to a highly competitive process based on fuel married conducted worldwide by a consortium of top European universities.

“As you know, this is a masters degree program that will run for 12 or 24 months, Nigerian, our scholars will go to 75 different universities in 20 Different countries across Europe, including 18 European Union member states. During that period, they will have the opportunity to visit up to six countries across Europe.

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“This year, Nigeria is the second country worldwide with the highest number of scholars just behind Pakistan. In three years since 2019, Nigeria has been able to quadruple the number of students participating in the program. Moving from the sixth to the second position right behind Pakistan”.

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Speaking further, Isopi highlited the benefits of education, adding that education adds unexplainable values to human and society.

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“As a former US president used to say I think it was Franklin Roosevelt. We cannot always build our future for the youth, but we can build the youth, our youth for the future. And of course education plays a very important role.

“But education is much more than employability because education gives the values on the basis of which we actually work and live together. And this is what the Erasmus program is all about”.

While addressing the beneficiaries, Isopi encouraged them to be good ambassadors of Nigeria and the EU.

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“You will be the ambassador of Nigeria across Europe over the next few years. And once you’re back, we hope we expect you to become true ambassadors of Europe in Nigeria.”

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DSS Issues Warning, Arrests Man For Circulating Fake Recruitment Materials

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The Department of State Services (DSS) has disclosed the arrest of one Mr. Eze Ezenwa Benard, who was recently apprehended for circulating fake DSS recruitment past questions and answers on Facebook.

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The agency, while warning the public in a statement on Saturday, said the suspect operated through a page known as “Jobs and Education”, where he advertised the fraudulent materials and charged unsuspecting members of the public one thousand naira (N1,000) for access.

The public is hereby cautioned to disregard any materials, as the DSS does not sell or distribute recruitment questions, answers, or examination guides through private individuals or social media pages. Recruitment into the Service, when necessary, follows specialised procedure in accordance with extant laws and due process,” the statement reads.

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Continuing, DSS said Ezenwa’s arrest underscores the Service’s determination to safeguard Nigerians from the fraudulent schemes of unpatriotic elements. “Citizens are therefore encouraged to remain vigilant, verify information from official sources and report suspicious recruitment adverts or individuals attempting to extort money under false pretense.”

The agency assured that it will continue to protect the integrity of its recruitment process while ensuring that perpetrators of fraud face the full weight of the law.

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‘Na Only People You Gave Work Love You,’ Singer Speed Darlington Tells Tinubu

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Singer Speed Darlington has told President Bola Tinubu that public admiration cannot be bought, warning that only those who received appointments or jobs from the government truly support him.

In a video posted on Saturday, August 23, the singer said, “Everything isn’t about the economy! There is more to leadership than the economy. See as everybody dey call your name, dey complain. Nobody loves you. Na only the ones you gave work, na them love you. Even your own tribe dey complain about you.”

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Darlington, an Igbo man, urged Tinubu to focus on police reform and respect for human rights. “The Nigerian police is an oppressive agency rooted in human rights violation. As a matter of fact, if they do not violate you, it’s as if they are not even doing their job.

“The idea of arrest before investigation is a pure human rights violation. You arrest and hold a person before you dey investigate. Please, before you leave office, please speak to your Yoruba brother IGP man,” he added.

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Before You Leave Office, Reform The Police — Speed Darlington Urges Tinubu

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Popular controversial singer Speed Darlington has called on President Bola Tinubu to reform the Nigerian Police Force, urging the government to prioritise citizens’ rights alongside economic growth.

In a video posted on Saturday, the entertainer criticised what he described as the police’s systemic human rights violations and oppressive practices.

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Mr President, before you leave office, whether you secure a second term or not, try your best to improve Nigeria. Everything isn’t about the economy!

“There is more to leadership than the economy. See as everybody dey call your name, dey complain. Nobody loves you. Na only the ones you gave work, na them love you. Even your own tribe dey complain about you,” he said.

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The singer, who identifies as Igbo, urged Tinubu to engage with the Inspector-General of Police and implement reforms.

As an Igbo man, the advice I can give you so people will know your name and remember you for something good is to reform the police. Reform the police.

“The Nigerian police is an oppressive agency rooted in human rights violation. As a matter of fact, if they do not violate you, it’s as if they are not even doing their job.

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“The idea of arrest before investigation is a pure human rights violation. You arrest and hold a person before you dey investigate,” he added.

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Darlington also recounted his personal ordeal with law enforcement, highlighting the system’s abuse of power.

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I was held for two months after the judge had ordered my release. FID held me for two months. According to my lawyer, the Nigerian law gives only 28 days for investigation.

“They held me for two months. What is the extra month for? Because they can. If you give them money, they oppress your enemy. I have experienced it,” he said.

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