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NGO Trains Bauchi, Gombe Youth On Active Participation In Socio-political Process
A Non-Governmental Organization(NGO) known as ‘Lead Generation Initiative’ (LGI) has trained over 75 youth of Bauchi and Gombe states on active participation in the socio-political process in the country.
Speaking at the opening ceremony of the two days training on Friday in Bauchi, Mr Shina Peller, the Chairman Board of Trustees of the NGO, said the organization’s desire to provide opportunities for the youths to get actively involved in socio-political and economic processes can not be over-emphasized.
Peller, who is also the member representing Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Kajola and Iwajowa constituency of Oyo State in the Federal House of Representatives, explained that the training tagged ‘Get Involved Leadership Training’ was meant to promote youth involvement in politics.
He explained that the organization was established to create opportunities for young people to channel their creativity, energy and aspirations to add value to their communities.
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“We are aware that the voice of every young Nigerian needs to be heard. We want to galvanize, train, support and raise the voices and stake of the Nigerian youth.
Hon. Shina Peller, the Chairman, Board of Trustees of the NGO during the training.
“We are building a new generation of young people that take responsibility for fixing their communities and country through active participation in the socio-political process”. He said.
He further noted that the NGO intended to be Nigeria’s foremost organized movement for socio-political, economic and cultural change and development.
He urged the youth to take their destiny into their hands and run for various elective offices in the next elections.
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The Chairman said the training was expected to hold in all the 36 states of the federation and FCT, with Oyo state as a maiden edition.
Also speaking, the secretary of Lead Generation Initiative, Mr Ekpa Stanley, said the training was sponsored by them, adding that Yiaga Africa was engaged to teach and enlighten the participants.
He stated that the NGO sponsored different types of training including that of youth, women’s leadership development programme and creativity and craft program aimed at supporting youth entrepreneurs.
A cross section of participants at the training
Responding on behalf of the participants, Mr Uzaifa Musa, said the training was an opportunity for the youth to explore their skills on rebuilding Nigeria.
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Musa commended the organisers of the training, saying skills provided would go a long way for the youth to actively participate in economic change and development of the country.
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DSS Issues Warning, Arrests Man For Circulating Fake Recruitment Materials
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
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
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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