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UNICEF Distributes Learning Materials To Over 300,000 Children In Adamawa

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1 year ago

July 12, 2024

In order to further enhance the educational standard in Adamawa state, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has distributed essential learning materials to 343,942 school-age children in the state.

Speaking during the distribution of the learning materials on Thursday, Dr Rane Tushar, UNICEF’s Chief of Bauchi Field Office, said those educational resources were provided to support the collective mission of reducing the number of out-of-school children in the state.

According to him, the gesture would also increase retention, facilitate transitions, and ensure the completion of education for every child in the community.

Tushar, who was represented by Mr Joel Jutum, the UNICEF Education Consultant in Adamawa, noted that when children have the necessary tools for learning, they are more likely to stay in school and engage actively in their education.

“With these items, we are promoting this cause in Adamawa state and this is because education is not a privilege but a fundamental right of every child.

“As we distribute these materials, we call on the Adamawa state government, and other partners to continue strengthening our collaboration to ensure that more children enroll in schools, retain,
complete, and transit to the next level.

“Our goal extends beyond just enrolling children in school. We aim to ensure attendance, retention, and a smooth transition from one
educational level to the next while enhancing the quality of education as well as mitigating the indirect cost of education on parents,” he said.

Tushar highlighted some of the items distributed to the children to include; branded school bags, recreational kits, exercise books and Early Childhood Development (ECD) Kits.

Others, he said includes; pens, erasers, rulers, and sharpeners across 931 public schools in the state.

He added that UNICEF, in partnership with donors like Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KFW), Global Partnership for Education (GPE), Education Cannot Wait (ECW), Norwegian Embassy Towards Safe School Initiative Program (TSSIP), and Adamawa state government, constructed and renovated classrooms, installed perimeter fences, toilets, and instructional
facilities across 125 schools in the state from 2021 to date.

Receiving the items on behalf of the state, Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri, said that the gesture was a critical step forward in the shared commitment to enhance the quality of education for the children and securing a brighter future for the state.

Represented by Dr. Adamu Babikoi,
Senior Special Assistant to the governor on Education, Fintiri expressed gratitude to UNICEF for their unwavering support and generous contribution.

“Your efforts have included building and renovating classrooms, supplying educational materials, and supporting capacity building at various levels.

“Your dedication to the education sector in Adamawa State is not only commendable but also inspiring.

“These learning materials will undoubtedly play a crucial role in empowering our young minds and ensuring they have the necessary tools to succeed in their educational journey,” said the governor.

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DSS Issues Warning, Arrests Man For Circulating Fake Recruitment Materials

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21 hours ago

August 24, 2025

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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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‘Na Only People You Gave Work Love You,’ Singer Speed Darlington Tells Tinubu

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21 hours ago

August 24, 2025

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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.”

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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21 hours ago

August 24, 2025

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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.

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.

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.