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NDE Trains, Empowers 50 Unemployed Youth With N2.5m In Bauchi
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The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has trained and empowered 50 unemployed youth with N2.5 million under its 2023 Community-Based Agricultural Empowerment Scheme (CBAES) in Bauchi state.
The Director General (DG) of NDE, Alhaji Nuhu Fikpo disclosed this in Bauchi on Tuesday during the flagging-off ceremony of the orientation for the beneficiaries.
Fikpo, who was represented by the State Coordinator of NDE, Mr Lawan Yaya, said the beneficiaries were selected across the 20 Local Government Areas of the state.
According to him, the beneficiaries were effectively trained under the 2023 Community-Based Agricultural Empowerment Scheme of the NDE.
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He added that each of the 50 beneficiaries would be given a loan of N50,000 to set up and manage small scale farm enterprises in their chosen areas of interest.
The DG said that this would enable them to become self-reliant, create wealth and generate employment opportunities for others.
Fikpo also explained that the programme was taking place across 12 states of the federation.
“The Rural Employment Promotion Department, through its strategy of training in modern Agricultural skills and empowerment in agribusiness engagements, is one of the core programme departments.
“The department is saddled with the responsibility of generating employment opportunities in the agricultural sector for the unemployed youths in Nigeria.
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“The programme trains unemployed youths in the agricultural value chain of activities such as production, storage, processing, preservation, packaging, including off-farm activities, innovative and technological driven skills in the agricultural sector.
“The implementation of the Community-Based Agricultural Empowerment Scheme would not have been possible without the support and approval of the NDE Supervising Minister, Minister of State Labour and Employment, Hon. Nkiruka Onyejeocha,” he said.
The DG also said that the beneficiaries had been adequately trained in modern agriculture and life skills to be able to overcome the challenges of their immediate environment.
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He urged them to utilise the gesture to succeed as agric entrepreneurs.
One of the beneficiaries, Isa Garba, who spoke on behalf of others, lauded the Federal Government and NDE for the kind gesture, and promised to make effective use of the loan for the purpose it was meant for.
The loan repayment would commence after six months and it would be repaid for a period of 3 years.
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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.
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.
“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.
“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.
“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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