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2019 Batch ‘B’ Stream 2: NYSC Decamps Over 50 unqualified Graduates from Camps

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5 years ago

August 30, 2019

…as DG Tasks Corps members on Patriotism and Unity

Joel Ajayi

The Management of National Youth Service Corps NYSC has revealed that over fifty unqualified graduates from different institutions of higher learning have been decamped from the 2019 Batch ‘B’ Stream Two NYSC Orientation Camps and handed over to law enforcement agencies for prosecution.

The Director-General, Brigadier General Shuaibu Ibrahim stated this on Friday while addressing 2019 Batch ‘B’ Stream Two Corps Members in Delta, Bayelsa and Rivers State Orientation Camps.

According to the staement, the Management NYSC has reiterated its determination to ensure that unqualified persons do not pass through the Scheme.

“NYSC has recommitted itself to stemming the tide of fraudulent mobilisation of unqualified home-based and foreign-trained Nigerians, especially those purported to have graduated from unaccredited universities in the West African sub-region.

“As at date, over fifty unqualified graduates from different institutions of higher learning have been decamped from the 2019 Batch ‘B’ Stream Two NYSC Orientation Camps and handed over to law enforcement agencies for prosecution.

“It is imperative to recall that the Director-General, Brigadier General Shuaibu Ibrahim had earlier stated the zero tolerance of the Scheme for fraudulent mobilisation.”

DG however, admonished parents to be wary of sending their wards to unaccredited higher institutions, particularly those outside the country.

Also, corps Members have been advised to harness the opportunities of the service year to integrate with one another and promote peaceful co-existence among Nigerians.

He said all Corps Members must uphold the ideals of the founding fathers of the NYSC Scheme and avoid all forms of prejudice and disunity.

The DG also reiterated the riot act against unauthorized journey for all Corps Members adding that it is an offence to travel without getting permission from NYSC.

Ibrahim equally appealed to them against risky adventures in order not to endanger themselves.

He warned the Corps Members to avoid hate speech and refrain from being used as agents of destabilisation but rather serve as positive change agents.

Ibrahim admonished them to be disciplined, focused and serve as good ambassadors of the NYSC.

“NYSC has lots of potentials, there are several ex-Corps Members who have obtained loans through Skills Acquisition programme of NYSC.”

Thus, the Management wishes to inform that verification of credentials of all Corps Members currently in the 37 Orientation Camps across the country is still ongoing.

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FG to Harness the Digital Economy to Empower Youth

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2 days ago

April 17, 2024

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Honourable Minister of State for Youth Development, Mr Ayodele Olawande has disclosed that the Federal Government is making efforts to harness the potentials of the digital economy in empowering the youth and creating sustainable jobs.

He made this disclosure in Abuja when he received the participants of the Senior Executive Course 46, 2024 of the National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies, (NIPSS), Kuru, Jos, Plateau State who were on study tour to the Ministry.

Mr Olawande said over 50% of the population below the age of 30 have a significant demographic advantage in the digital age.

“Our youths are tech-savvy, innovative and eager to contribute to the country’s economic growth. However, they face numerous challenges including limited access to quality education, skills training and job opportunities.

The digital economy offers a unique opportunity for Nigeria to leapfrog traditional development challenges. With the rise of e-commerce, digital payments and remote work”. “Our youths can assess global markets, skills training and job opportunities like never before,” he added.

According to the Minister, challenges hindering the growth of the digital economy in Nigeria must be addressed.
He explained that to overcome the challenges, the Ministry has implemented initiatives such as digital skills training programs for youths, focusing on areas like software development, data analytics and digital marketing especially in the NYSC.

This, he disclosed is alongside partnering with Galaxy Back Bone to improve infrastructure, Internet connectivity and alternative electricity supply as well as funding opportunities such as grants, loans and venture capital for startups of small businesses with launching of the National Youth Investment Fund.

The Honourable Minister who hinted that the Ministry’ s goal is to create an ecosystem that supports entrepreneurship and employment opportunities for youth stated: ” We recognise that sustainable job creation is critical to Nigeria ‘s economic growth and stability”

”I urge you all to join us in this journey to harness the potential of the digital economy for youth empowerment and sustainable job creation in Nigeria.”, he added.

Mr Olawande further said that the opportunities and challenges underscore the need for a collaborative effort from all stakeholders to harness the potential of the digital economy for sustainable development.

The Minister who observed that there is a gap between the Government and the young people expressed his heartfelt desire for the Youths of the nation to feel the Government. He opined that the country has the most intelligent youths in the world.

Earlier, the leader of the delegation from NIPSS, Barrister Nima Salman Mann, mni said they are in the Ministry to research, proffer solutions, recommendations and strategies to help Government chart its course for the the year, with the theme : ‘Digital Economy, Youth Empowerment and Sustainable Job Creation in Nigeria: Issues, Challenges and Opportunities’.

.She also added that Ministry of Youth Development is very germane to this year’s theme .” We are with the Ministry of Youth to listen to what you are doing to help the youth, how you are doing it, strategic plans and way forward as well as how we can use the digital economy to chart the goal for sustainable job creation,” she concluded.

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