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Parents Commend Bauchi Senator On Payment Of UTME Fees For 150 Students

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Some parents in Toro Local Government Area of Bauchi state have commended Sen. Shehu Buba representing Bauchi South at the Senate for paying the 2023/2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) fees for 150 children in the area.

The parents made the commendation in Toro on Tuesday at the end of the Computer Based Test (CBT) training, organized for the students by the senator.

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According to them, the gesture would not be easily forgotten as it came just at the time they were struggling to make ends meet and could hardly sort for the payment.

One of the parents, Yakubu Baka expressed happiness that his son, Isa Yakubu was one of the students that benefited from the gesture.

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I am happy that my son is among those who were chosen even though I had the intention of paying but I haven’t until the senator came to my rescue.

“My son wouldn’t have gotten the privilege to write the exams this year, if not for senator Shehu Buba and I’m grateful to him for this wonderful gesture,” he said.

Another parent, Yusuf Sambo, said they had many children but when a relief like this is extended to any of them, it should be appreciated.

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“The day I heard Sen. Shehu Buba was going to pay for their computer training and jamb examination fee. I was so excited because if you have five children and someone says he has paid for one or two, it’s a thing of Joy.

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“I’m grateful and urge all the children to read hard and never take this kind gesture for granted.

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“This computer training they had is another skill acquisition, even if you have a degree. So, with this, he has done a great Job here and we wish him the best and God’s blessings,” he prayed.

Similarly, Mr Suleiman Gidado, Malawa Village Head, said this was the first time a senator would be paying for the UTME fees of 150 children in the LGA.

He called on the students not to misuse the opportunity given to them by reading hard and pass with flying colours.

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Mr Ibrahim Mato, Senior Legislative Aide to the senator said that the gesture was purely extended to the indigent parents who may not have had the financial capability to pay the fees for their children.

According to him, the training was a laudable one especially when the world is now a global village.

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“If you don’t know how to operate a computer, you are left behind and will not progress academically and this is one of the reasons why the Senator initiated this programme for you even after paying your UTME fees,” he said.

Also, Engr. Musa Idi, one of the Programme Supervisors, said that the students were given computer based training so as to pass the examination saying it was important for them to justify the training by passing the exam.

He said this is because the senator did not only pay for their fees but also promised to sponsor those that pass the UTME examination throughout their university education.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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“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.

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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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