First Lady Charges Armed Forces To Encourage More Women Enlistment.

First Lady Charges Armed Forces To Encourage More Women Enlistment.

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has charged the leadership of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to encourage women to join the military.

The First Lady gave the charge in her address read by the wife of the vice president, Hajia Nana Shettima, at the Defence Headquarters’ one-day Gender Mainstreaming Conference with the theme, Building Capacity Through Gender Mainstreaming to Meet Security Challenges.

According to a statement issued by the spokesperson to the First Lady, Busola Kukoyi, the First Lady, while commending the leadership of the Armed Forces of Nigeria for organising the programme, acknowledged that the event was timely.

She said: “The theme is apt because it is about shaping a safer, better, and more equitable world for all.

“I commend the leadership of the Armed Forces of Nigeria for accepting the gender mainstreaming concept in line with the Global Best Practice and the UN Security Council Resolution 1325.”

The First Lady added that security challenges in the nation have become increasingly complex.

“Addressing these challenges effectively requests innovative and comprehensive approaches and gender mainstreaming stands as a powerful tool in our arsenal.

“Gender mainstreaming is now much more than a charity and a policy agenda, this is a fundamental issue about the way we perceive and address security challenges.”

She further said it is recognised that security encompasses not only military strength but also the protection of human rights, economic stability, social and environmental sustainability.

The First Lady said it requires a collective effort to address security issues and advance gender mainstreaming.

She added: “We can start by ensuring that gender perspectives are integrated into security policies and strategies, encouraging more women to join and progress within the forces.

“We must promote women’s participation and leadership in security institutions, peace negotiations, conflict resolution efforts and bringing a more reconciliatory perspective into negotiations.”

The First Lady, however, added that education and training programmes should include gender sensitivity and awareness amongst security personnel.

She further said that women should not be discriminated against for getting married or bearing children while in the military.

She advised that more cooperation is required towards the elimination of gender-based violence within security forces.

“Through the Renewed Hope Initiative project, we have strengthened women’s empowerment by letting women have access to training and education. Additionally, we have equipped the women with laptops and grants to support their educational and professional pursuits.

“This is because we believe that when you empower a woman, you empower a community and inevitably a nation. We therefore hope that the leadership within the Armed Forces will extend this dialogue beyond the confinement of this conference and empower women and ranks and their ranks”, she said.

The Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Christopher Musa and the Minister of Defence Alhaji Mohammed Baduru applauded the First Lady and agreed to look into her recommendations.

The Maiden edition of the Nigerian Defence Gender magazine which featured the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu CON as the cover story was launched at the event.

UBEC Screens 44 Ekiti Candidates For Federal Teachers Internship Scheme.

UBEC Screens 44 Ekiti Candidates For Federal Teachers Internship Scheme.

The Executive Chairman, Ekiti State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Prof. Femi Akinwumi has said that 44 teachers from the State has been screened in the just concluded Federal Teachers Internship Scheme examination exercise held at the Ekiti State Univeristy (EKSU) on Tuesday.

Prof. Akinwumi made this known during a courtesy visit to his office by the examiners from the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC).

He stated that the participants were tested in various subjects that include: English, Mathematics, General Paper and Computer Knowledge since the teachers are expected to make use of technological tools in the discharge of their duties.

The SUBEB Boss while expressing confidence in the ability of the participants to perform exploits wherever they are needed, noted that the qualified teachers are expected to begin work soon and there are other training plans in the pipeline.

Prof. Akinwumi had earlier expressed his delight at the teachers for the way they conducted themselves during the entire examination and screening process stating that he had to be there to monitor the exercise and not just rely on reports.

The Executive Chairman told the UBEC representatives that Ekiti State has a lot of professional and qualified teachers that can get the job done with little or no supervision and that UBEC should always look to the State for competent hands in basic education sector.

“We have a lot of competent hands that can serve in the education sector across the nation and our teachers are qualified to undertake tasks at the federal level”.

While stressing that the two years internship scheme was too short, the SUBEB Boss appealed to UBEC to extend the duration of the scheme or upgrade it to a permanent employment.

Reiterating the commitment of the Oyebanji led administration to improving the quality of teaching-learning outcomes in the State, continuous training for teachers and education administrators has been made a priority. 

While lauding UBEC for their continued partnership and support in ensuring that basic education is given priority the SUBEB Boss also assured them that SUBEB would ensure the success of the program in the State.

In his reaction, the representative from Universal Basic Education Commission, Mr Saliu Usman lauded the Ekiti State Government for always taking advantage of interventions by UBEC to elevate the basic education status of the State.

Mr Usman also appreciated the participants for their orderliness and professionalism exhibited during the examination and screening exercise.

Adesoji Gabriel Applauds Asefon's Appointment for Student Empowerment and Education Enhancement.

Adesoji Gabriel Applauds Asefon's Appointment for Student Empowerment and Education Enhancement.

In a momentous development, Comr. Sunday Asefon has assumed the crucial responsibility of leading student engagement initiatives for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. His dedication to fostering a positive and enriching environment for students has positioned him as a beacon of change in the educational landscape.

Asefon's appointment is a testament to his unwavering commitment to student welfare and development. As he takes the helm, the anticipation for positive transformations in the educational experience of students and graduates alike is palpable.

Asefon's leadership is expected to inspire and empower students to reach their full potential across various facets of their academic journey. His vision for a more enriched and inclusive student community is poised to reshape the educational narrative.

Adesoji Gabriel (AngelGabby), T.A Media to Ekiti State Governor, expressed heartfelt congratulations, recognizing Asefon's well-deserved appointment. The support from influential figures highlights the widespread optimism surrounding the positive changes Asefon is poised to bring to the student community.

As Comr. Sunday Asefon steps into this important role, the expectations are high, and the hopes for a revitalized educational experience for students are even higher. Congratulations and best wishes echo from all corners as Asefon embarks on this transformative journey.

Old, new naira notes remain legal tender, CBN reaffirms.

Old, new naira notes remain legal tender, CBN reaffirms.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) yesterday restated that all naira denominations remain legal tender.

It directed its branches to continue issuing adequate quantities of both old and redesigned naira notes. 

CBN, in a statement by its Director of Corporate Communications, Dr Isa AbdulMumin, said: “Our attention has again been drawn to reports of a scarcity of cash across some major cities in the country despite assurances of sufficient cash stocks in all locations across the country.

“There have also been reports of anxiety among some members of the public over the legality or otherwise of old Naira banknotes.

“For the avoidance of doubt, while reiterating that there are sufficient banknotes across the country for all normal economic activity, we wish to state unambiguously that every banknote issued by the CBN remains legal tender and should not be rejected by anyone, as stipulated in Section 20(5) of the CBN Act, 2007.

“Accordingly, branches of the CBN across the country have been directed to continue to issue different denominations of old and redesigned banknotes in adequate quantities to deposit money banks (DMBs) for onward circulation to bank customers.

“We wish to restate that all denominations of banknotes issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) remain legal tender.

“In line with Section 20(5) of the CBN Act, 2007, no one should refuse to accept the Naira as a means of payment.

“Consequently, members of the public are advised to accept all CBN-issued banknotes currently in circulation and guard against panic withdrawals.

“We reaffirm that there is sufficient stock of currency notes to facilitate normal economic activities.”

To further reduce the reliance on physical cash, the CBN called for the adoption of alternative payment methods.

CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso will brief the House of Representatives on key policy issues today.

Spokesman of the House, Akin Rotimi, said in a statement: “The Sectoral Debate Series is intended to provide political appointees and key government officials an opportunity to brief members about the policies and programmes of their respective MDAs.

“These briefs are scheduled to take place during specific plenary sessions and would go a long way in fostering constructive and transparent dialogue between all arms of government in line with the legislative agenda of the Tenth House of Representatives.”

“Citizens and indeed our constituents are welcome to follow these sessions via our live broadcast platforms to gain perspectives on critical policies that shape the various sectors of our national life.”

Appeal Court declares Lalong winner of Plateau South senatorial election.

Appeal Court declares Lalong winner of Plateau South senatorial election.

The Appeal Court sitting in Abuja on Tuesday upheld the judgment of the tribunal which declared the Minister of Labour, Simon Lalong the winner of the Plateau South Senatorial election, the Punch Newspaper is reporting.

Napoleon Bali of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) was announced the winner of the 25 February election with 148,844 votes.

However, Mr Lalong, who scored 91,674 to emerge as the runner-up in the election contested the victory of Mr Bali on the ground that the PDP did not have a proper party structure and, therefore, could not file candidates for the elections.

The Election Petition Tribunal had agreed with Mr Lalong that the PDP, having no structure could not have presented candidates for the election and held that the votes scored by Mr Bali during the election were wasted.

However, the three-man panel of the Appeal Court led by Elfrieda Williams-Dawodu, held that the matter was both a pre and post-election matter, adding that the tribunal made the correct call.

She held that the PDP was wrong not to have obeyed subsisting orders asking that a new congress should be conducted in the state.

“Section 287 of the Nigerian Constitution said all are expected to observe orders of the court. The order was in the realm. It is binding all persons. It is immutable and until it is set aside and must be complied with.

“This issue is hereby resolved against the appellant. Invalidly nominated candidates cannot attract lawful votes. This appeal fails. The tribunal judgment is hereby affirmed,” she held.

Construction Of Ekiti Ring Road Phase I To Commence Immediately Following Govt Approval OF Cost Variation.

Construction Of Ekiti Ring Road Phase I To Commence Immediately Following Govt Approval OF Cost Variation.

Ekiti State Executive Council, on Wednesday, approved the variation of rates on the construction of the Ekiti Ring Road Phase I and immediate commencement of work on the road.

The road which starts from Iworoko Ekiti through Are, Afao, Araromi Obo, Ekiti Cargo Airport and terminates at Aso Ayegunle, Ijan road, was first awarded in November, 2020.

The State Commissioner for Works, Mr. Sola Adebayo who made this known during a joint Press briefing on the outcome of the State Executive Council meeting, explained that the outbreak of COVID-19 around the period the contract was awarded stalled the execution of the project.

Mr. Adebayo explained further that by the time the effects of the virus subsided, the prices of construction materials had gone up astronomically due to volatility in foreign exchange rates, double-digit inflation and fluctuation in market price indices.

Describing the road as a top priority to the State Government, Adebayo noted that it would serve the cargo airport and the Ekiti Knowledge Zone adding that it would considerably decongest traffic in Ado metropolis as well as produce a lot of other socio-economic benefits for residents and the State in general.

 He said that the road would be completed between 18 and 20 months.

In her remarks, the State Commissioner for Environment, Chief (Mrs) Tosin Aluko-Ajisafe disclosed that the State Executive Council also approve the purchase of three 4X2 Hook Arm Garbage trucks and 20 single CBM Dino Bins to boost efforts at keeping the State clean.

Chief Aluko said that the approval was given to facilitate medium and long-term measures to ensure that the sanitation situation across the State improves and guarantee epidemic free environment.

The State Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun described the approvals as a manifestation of the commitment of the administration of Governor Biodun Oyebanji to the rapid development of the State.

Rt. Hon. Olatunbosun noted that the administration has touched all its six pillars of governance in the last one year, stressing that the rapid development process would not only attract investors but would also make the environment a better place for residents.

Hope For Nigerians: President Tinubu Building A Future With Assurance of Better Living Omoluabi Group Assure Nigerians.

Hope For Nigerians:  President Tinubu Building A Future With Assurance of Better Living Omoluabi Group Assure Nigerians.

No doubt Nigerians are going through tough times at the moment. It is really moments that comes with serious challenges such as inability to meet up with stiffening economic challenges. It is however a temporary challenge that will soon fade away as it has its' expiry dates. The man Bola Ahmed Tinubu with his renewed hope agenda is a prepared man whose knowledge of the  challenges of Nigerians cannot be taken for granted. There is no doubt in the fact that Nigerians by nature are impatient and are most times in a hurry to begin to reap the dividends of democracy but the fact remains that Nigerians are tolerant still in all situations. This probably may be the reason for the peace we collectively enjoy in this country till date. 

As a socio- cultural group who gave her all in providing the needed support at the grassroot across the entire southwest for the emergence of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the incumbent President of Nigeria, we have resolved to continually provide advise and provide directions where needed. No doubt President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is our son from the southwest and we shall not relent at seeing him successfully stir the ship of Nigeria to the promised land. Omoluabi Group however admonish Nigerians to be patient as the task of nation building can only be gradual, well planned, must be sustainable and must offer generational benefits. The man PBAT understands the challenges of Nigerians and has well planned ideas to actualize the aspirations of Nigerians. 

As a group our support is total and absolute to the renewed hope agenda promised by the incumbent President and Commander- in- Chief of the Federal Republic Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu.  Let us all persevere, tolerate one another irrespective of political affiliations, ethnic diversity and trust God for a better country under a man in the calibre of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He is a Nigerian who believes in the Nigerian project.

God bless Nigeria.

 E- Signed:

 Omoluabi Jayeola, AO

 National Convener

 Alex Akinfolarin

 National Secretary

 8/11/2923

Comr. Olamide Akinwumi J 

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