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NDE Trains 1,300 Youths On Entrepreneurial Skills
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The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) in Bauchi State has commenced a three-month training for 1,300 unemployed youths in the state on different entrepreneurial skills.
Speaking at the orientation programme for the participants in Bauchi, Dr. Nasir Argungu, the Director-General (D-G), NDE, said the exercise was part of the Federal Government’s determination to tackle unemployment in the country.
He said the 1,300 youths were recruited and would be trained under the ‘Basic National Open Apprenticeship Scheme’ (B-NOAS) of the NDE.
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The D-G who was represented by the state coordinator of the NDE, Mr Lawan Yaya, said that 50 youths were recruited in each of the 20 local government areas of the state, adding that additional 300 were later recruited.
“This is Basic National Open Apprenticeship Scheme and we run it for three months where we recruit individuals from different LGAs.
“Specifically on this one, we recruited 50 individuals from each of the 20 LGAs in Bauchi state, making it 1000.
“However, additional 200 women were recruited for cosmetology and 100 for special B-NOAS, making 1,300 in total,” said the NDE boss.
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Argungu, who highlighted some of the skills to be acquired as tailoring, automechanics, hairdressing, soap making among others, said that the beneficiaries would be given the sum of N6,000 as transport fare for the period of three months.
“The sum of six thousand naira would be paid to them as transport fare for the period of three months.
“This, I believe would also help in motivating them to be actively involved in the training,” he said.
Also speaking, Mrs Jemila Suleiman from Vocational Skills Development Department, NDE headquarters, said that the aim of the training was to impart marketable skills to the trainees.
She further advised them to take the training very seriously, adding that it would help them to become self reliant and employer of labour.
Mr Mujahid Sulaiman, one of the beneficiaries from Toro local government area of the state, who spoke on behalf of the beneficiaries, appreciated the Federal Government and NDE for the kind gesture.
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He called on others to make the best out of the training so as to become successful employers of labour.
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‘Back To Sender’ – Nicki Minaj Throws Object Back To Fan On Stage [VIDEO]
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EditorNicki Minaj’s latest show has gone viral due to an unexpected incident that occured mid-show.
The rapper has been busy of late, making her way across North America on her eagerly anticipated Pink Friday 2 world tour.
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So far, her performances have been nothing short of impressive, with the femcee delivering hit after hit. She’s also been joined by several celebrity guests like 50 Cent, Tyga, JT, and many more.
During a recent show, someone threw an object at her while she was performing “Starships.”
In a clip from the shocking moment, the object nearly hits her in the head. Luckily, it just missed her, though it did leave her visibly irritated.
Looking outraged, Nicki picked the item up off the ground and threw it back into the crowd.
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It’s unclear what exactly the object was. It has also not been confirmed whether or not anybody was hit after the rapper threw it.
However, most fans agree that she was justified to throw the object back.
Watch video below.
https://x.com/WORLDSTAR/status/1782167433916145710?s=08
The Edo State chapter of the Labour Party (LP) has faulted the final list as published by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
INEC, in the final list released today, April 22, named Oluyinka Faith Alufohai as running mate to Olumide Akpata rather than Alhaji Asamah Yusuf Kadiri, (SAN).
Recall that on the 19th of April, 2024, INFO DAILY reported that Labour Party governorship candidate in the September 21st gubernatorial election, Olumide Akpata dropped Oluyinka Faith Alufohai and picked Alhaji Asamah Yusuf Kadiri, SAN as his running mate.
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A press statement signed by Comrade Kelly Ogbaloi, the state chairman of the party, and made available to newsmen in Benin City, assured party members and supporters that “this is simply a technical error”.
Comrade Ogbaloi, said, “Our team followed all necessary procedures and submitted Alhaji Kadiri’s name and credentials as the deputy governorship candidate, well within INEC’s stipulated window.
“Unfortunately, a technical glitch occurred at the end of the National Headquarters of our party during the submission process, resulting in the incorrect name appearing on the final list.
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“We are currently actively engaged with INEC officials to rectify this issue immediately and our team has provided all requisite documentation demonstrating Alhaji Kadiri’s valid nomination. We have been following-up with INEC diligently, to ensure it updates its candidate list with the accurate information.
“We recognise the anxiety this error may cause, but urge our supporters to remain calm and steadfast in their commitment to our party’s vision.
“Your unwavering support and activism have been invaluable thus far, and we need you to continue spreading awareness of our platform and championing the positive change we represent.
He further said: “The Labour Party is determined to contest the forthcoming September 21, 2024, Edo State Governorship elections fairly and transparently.
“We should not allow this minor administrative hurdle to dampen our confidence or impede our momentum.
“Together, we shall overcome any obstacle, minor or major, as we continue our march towards restoring Edo State to its pride of place nationally.”
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun has faulted the state Police bill, stating that Nigeria is not mature for state police.
Egbetokun spoke on Monday at a national dialogue on state police organised by the Nigerian’s House of Representatives in Intercontinental Hotel, former Sheraton Hotel in Abuja
The theme of the dialogue is ‘Pathways to Peace: Re-imagining Policing in Nigeria’.
The IGP who was Represented by Ben Okolo, an assistant Inspector-General of Police, said Nigeria is not ready for a decentralised police force.
“It is the submission of the leadership of the Nigeria police force that Nigeria is yet to mature for the establishment of state-controlled police,” he said.
According to him, “There have been renewed calls for the establishment of state police following an uptick in kidnappings, banditry and violent attacks across the country.
He said, “On February 15, the federal government set up a committee to explore the creation of state police, amid the spate of insecurity in the country.
“On February 20, a bill to establish state police passed second reading at the house of representatives.
The IGP said rather than create state police, the challenges mitigating against effective policing in Nigeria should be addressed.
He went further, listed some of the challenges as inadequate manpower, inadequate operational equipment such as vehicles, arms and ammunition, communication equipment, drones, aerial surveillance cameras, security surveillance helicopters, armoured vehicles, and inadequate training of personnel.
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He continued, “These challenges have impacted negatively on the performance of police personnel. He also said state police is open to abuse from powerful state governors.
The IGP also noted that, there is the potential for abuse of power by the state political leadership. State governors could use the police force under their control for political or personal gain and compromise human rights and security,” he said.
“There would also be a conflict of jurisdiction.”
The IGP therefore proposed that the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) should be merged to become a department in the police.
“In view of this, the police leadership recommended the above instead of creating state police,” he said.
He said the recruitment of police personnel into the force should be increased by at least 30,000 annually to meet the minimum policing standard of the United Nations.
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Egbetokun’s stance contrasted with that of Ibrahim Gaidam, Minister of Police Affairs, who backed the establishment of state police.
In his speech, the Minister of Police affairs, Sen. Gaidam, who spoke at the event, said a more decentralised police force will help tackle rising insecurity in the country.
“It is clearly imperative to come together to discuss this critical issues and work towards finding sustainable solutions that will ensure the safety and security of all Nigerians.
“As we gather here today our objective is clear, to explore ways and means of addressing these issues including the possibility of establishing the state police force to combat the crises. Am here to highlight the merits and challenges of implementing state police in Nigeria. I will emphasize that state police can enhance local exclusiveness.
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