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NYSC D-G Tasks Corps Members On Security, National Unity
Our Correspondent, Bauchi
The Director-General, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Maj.-Gen. Shuaibu Ibrahim, has urged corps members to be security conscious and report suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities.
Ibrahim made the call on Wednesday during the swearing in ceremony for the 2022 Batch “A” Stream II Corps members at the Wailo Orientation Camp in Ganjuwa Local Government Areea of Bauchi State.
According to him, one of the major objectives of the scheme is the promotion of national unity and integration, hence, their deployment away from their states of origin.
Represented by Alhaji Namadi Abubakar, the NYSC Coordinator in the state, Ibrahim said the move would not only offer them the opportunity for broader understanding of the country, but also entrench the culture of working together in an atmosphere of friendship, peace, harmony and shared vision of a great and prosperous country.
“You are strongly advised to be security conscious at all times, and to report any suspicious characters or activities around you to the appropriate authorities.
“Let me also remind you that the oath of allegiance you have taken today is significant, as it is expected to guide your conduct in the service year as well as have an everlasting influence on your life after service.
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“You are also enjoined to familiarise yourselves with the provisions of the NYSC Act and the bye-laws,” he said.
The D-G admonished the Corps members to avail themselves of the opportunities of the scheme’s Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme, to enable them to learn trades and become self-reliant.
He noted that the COVID-19 pandemic was far from over, and urged them to strictly adhere to the outlined preventive measures such as physical distancing, wearing of face mask and the use of hand washing facilities provided at strategic locations in the camp.
“I would like to express appreciation of the support of the Federal, State and Local Governments as well as security agencies, traditional rulers, Corps employers and other stakeholders, especially in areas of security and general welfare of Corps Members,” he said.
INFO DAILY reports that 1,714 of the 2,200 Corps members deployed to the state completed their registration at the swearing-in ceremony.
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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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