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Association of The Blind Wants Free Education, Bursary For Members

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5 years ago

October 15, 2020

The Nigeria Association of the Blind, Edo State chapter, on Thursday, tasked the state government to grant bursary and free education to the blind pupils/students in the various institutions of learning in the state to ease their burdens.

Chairman of the association, Nosa Osemwota made the appeal while marking their day in Benin.

Mr. Osemwota said the reason the government should invest in education is because it is the best thing that can ever happen to any human being irrespective of his physical stature.

“We appeal to his Excellency, Governor Godwin Obaseki to make the education for the blind absolutely free, including books, tuition, and boarding fees, as it is obtainable in some neighbouring states.

“We beseech the state government to give us a building to be used as the secretariat of the Association from where our official work can be carried out.

“The state government should also help us setup a rehabilitation centre for the blind where the blind could learn handicrafts, animal production, playing of musical instruments.

“We appeal to the state government to make the school for the blind at Ivbiore, Benin City, a boarding school to enable blind pupils from other local government areas in Edo State to have a good basic education.

“We beseech his Excellency, the state governor, to use his good office to establish the school for the blind in the three Senatorial Districts of Edo State so that blind children in these areas can have access to primary education.

“Provisions should also be made to accommodate blind students at Ihogbe College, Benin City”, he pleaded.

He thanked the governor for granting bursary award to students of Edo State origin across the 36 states of the federation in 2019, noting that ever since, some of the benefitting students have graduated while many more have gained admission into institutions of higher learning.

He urged him to also use his office to approve the continuation of the bursary award in every academic year to assist them to pass through their tertiary institutions without much financial stress.

He tasked the blind to always take the bull by the horn and make the best of a bad situation adding that this they could accomplish by been resolute and determined to succeed through hard work.

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Otuaro Felicitates Tompolo On Honorary Doctorate Award

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9 hours ago

December 2, 2025

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Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr Dennis Otuaro has congratulated High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, on the conferment of an Honorary Doctorate of Laws (LLD) by the E.K. Clark University.

Otuaro described the recognition as well-deserved and befitting, noting that Tompolo has, over the years, demonstrated uncommon commitment to the peace, progress, and stability of the Niger Delta and Nigeria at large.

According to him, Tompolo’s role in sustaining peace in the region, particularly through his steadfast support for dialogue, community engagement, and nonviolent approaches to conflict resolution, has made a significant contribution to national security and economic stability.

He further noted that, beyond his contributions to peacebuilding, Tompolo has demonstrated extraordinary compassion, philanthropy, and devotion to humanitarian causes.

He added that his investments in youth empowerment stand as clear evidence of a man whose heart is truly with his people.

“Tompolo’s good heart, generosity, and love for humanity distinguish him as a leader of rare character,” Otuaro said.

The PAP Administrator commended E.K. Clark University for identifying and honouring a personality whose impact continues to resonate across the Niger Delta and beyond.

He urged other institutions to emulate such gestures that celebrate individuals advancing society through selfless service.

Dr Otuaro prayed for God’s continued guidance, long life, and strength for High Chief Ekpemupolo as he continues to serve the Niger Delta and Nigeria with dignity, wisdom, and compassion.

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JUST IN: Defence Minister, Badaru Mohammed Resigns

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9 hours ago

December 1, 2025

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The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, has resigned his appointment with immediate effect.

His resignation was contained in a letter addressed to President Tinubu and dated December 1.

The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed this on Monday.

The presidential spokesman said Abubakar resigned on health grounds.

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Police Deny Opening Recruitment Portal, Warn Nigerians Against Fake Adverts

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10 hours ago

December 1, 2025

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The Police Service Commission has debunked reports circulating on social media and several unofficial websites claiming that it has opened a portal for recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force.

The Commission described the publications as fake, warning that they were created by fraudsters seeking to deceive and exploit unsuspecting Nigerians.

In a statement published on its official website on Monday, the PSC said it had not commenced any recruitment exercise.

“The general public is hereby informed that these publications are fake and entirely misleading.

“They are the handiwork of fraudsters attempting to exploit innocent citizens,” the Commission said.

It added that no recruitment portal had been opened by the Commission.

“There is currently no ongoing recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force.

“The Police Service Commission has not opened any portal for such an exercise,” the statement added.

The PSC stressed that whenever recruitment begins, the announcement will be made strictly through authorised platforms.

According to the statement, official channels include advertisements in reputable national newspapers, announcements posted on the Commission’s verified website (www.psc.gov.ng), and formal press releases.

“We urge Nigerians to rely only on information published through these official channels.

“Any recruitment portal not listed on our website is fraudulent and should be reported to the police,” the commission said.

The PSC advised the public to ignore the fake recruitment claims to avoid falling victim to scams.

The PUNCH had reported that the Police Service Commission has cautioned Nigerians seeking a career in the Nigeria Police Force to beware of fake recruitment adverts circulating online, insisting that it has not yet commenced the 2025 recruitment exercise.