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ACCO Charges FG, Others on Improving ICT’s Access for Nigerian Women

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ACCO Charges FG, Others on Improving ICT’s Access for Nigerian Women

…plans to empower 5million Nigerian by 2025

Joel Ajayi

The African Centre for Citizen Orientation (ACCO), has appealed to Nigeria’s Government and all stakeholders on the need to increase ICT’s access for all women in the country which they believe would bring about sustainable development, growth and peace in the country.

The ACCO Convener, Mr Casey Gbenga made this appeal at the Stakeholder’s meeting in Abuja on the need for an increase in ICT access for women and girls child in the country.

The meeting was to address and bridge the gap towards gender balance in Nigeria through proper human resources development initiatives in ICT.

In his presentation, Mr Gbenga said there were so many issues involving round the women and girls child such as online bullying, high cost of ICT devices, insecurity, low income, lack of content development in ICT education, mindset as well as cultural infrastructure.

According to him, Women have a lot of roles to play in the society that is why they need to be equipped in order to bring about personal development, economic growth political participation, peace and harmony in the country.

“We realized that there is a wide gap in terms of digital skills for women and girls in Nigeria.

“The Government has invested so much in ICT, we look at it as yes, they have really tried to lessen so much in ICT but at the same time, there should be a link between provision and people’s development which is lacking, when it comes to implementation and assessing these facilities and important tools in rural communities and urban centres.

“We want a situation whereby Government understands the problem and the people, in turn, understand the situation.

“It’s a whole lot of issue that we are looking at but we believe that bringing stakeholders together would make them know their roles and at the same time, we cannot just be giving or investing money into a particular thing without knowing the impact or implications. So, that’s the essence of bringing the stakeholders together to iron out their areas in moving women and girls forward in ICT education.”

He lamented that many women and girls were already disadvantaged in social, economic and political space and don’t have positive access to ICT impact in their daily lives: “the gender imbalance is very much evident and the number of female participation is just 26% while the male is 74%.

Charting a way forward, the stakeholders from Ministry of Education, Ministry of Women Affairs, Nigeria Communication, NCC, and other private organizations demand to create an enabling environment for every Nigerians, providing a safe and protective measure for women to prevent online gender violence, girls bullying and online harassment.”

He revealed that since the creation of the ACCO, the organization have impacted more than 10,000 Nigerians in the area of empowerment.

Other action plans identified was the creation of funds and grant schemes, which is aimed at enhancing the enrolment of women and girls in ICT education.

Speaking on the impact of ACCO on Nigerian, Mr. Gbenga revealed that close to 10,000 Nigerians have benefited from the organization; “In our own little way, we have tried our best in terms of education in terms of empowerment in terms training even within outside and part of it is to support the initiative of government which is one thousand girls in ICT help to mobilize young girls.

“So far, so good we have encountered a capacity of building more than 10,000 youths

“This initiatives has helped us to know that we have gotten in touch with so large number of people and it has been wonderful because this set of young people they are ready for expansion and development.”

He added that: “by 2025 the organization is aiming at impacting and empowering 5 million young Nigerian.

In his remark, the representatives of the Ministry of Women Affairs, Adeyinka Alabi, said that there is a need for the creation of ICT Centre in all the IDP camps to ameliorate the suffering of women in the country.

 

 

 

 

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Enthusiasts Praise Ghana’s Meteoric Progress at African Games, Sport Minister Applauded for Visionary Leadership

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Ghana’s remarkable ascent in the African Games has sparked widespread acclaim from sports enthusiasts and stakeholders alike. The nation’s stunning leap from 15th place in the previous edition to an impressive 6th place in 2024 has captured the attention of the sports community, highlighting Ghana’s burgeoning potential and the transformative leadership of its Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mustapha Ussif.

Under Minister Ussif’s visionary leadership, Ghana’s sports industry has undergone a profound renaissance, marked by unprecedented achievements in grassroots development and infrastructure growth. The Minister’s strategic initiatives have not only revitalized the sporting landscape but have also positioned Ghana as a beacon of excellence on the African continent.

The recent success at the African Games is a testament to Ghana’s commitment to fostering talent at all levels. Through innovative programs and investments in youth development, Minister Ussif has cultivated a fertile environment for nurturing emerging athletes, paving the way for their seamless transition into senior sports teams.

Furthermore, Ghana’s hosting of the African Games in 2023 underscores the nation’s dedication to expanding its infrastructure base and solidifying its status as a regional sports hub. The prospect of hosting this prestigious event not only promises to elevate Ghana’s profile on the international stage but also presents unparalleled opportunities for economic growth and societal advancement.

Speaking on Ghana’s remarkable achievement, Minister Mustapha Ussif expressed his gratitude to all stakeholders and affirmed his commitment to further advancing the nation’s sports agenda.

He stated, “The remarkable progress we have witnessed at the African Games is a testament to the collective efforts of our athletes, coaches, administrators, and supporters. I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished together, and I am confident that Ghana’s journey to sporting excellence has only just begun.”

On the eve of the closing ceremony alone, Ghana clinched eight gold medals, winning the ultimate prize in women’s hockey, 200m men’s athletics event, high jump, men’s football event, and four boxing gold medals in boxing. All in one night.

Ghana also made history by becoming the first country to win god in both men’s and women’s football events at the Games.

The closing ceremony of the Games saw star performances from star acts such as Stonebwoy, Stanley Enow, Wiyaala, Innoss’B, amongst others.

As Ghana continues its upward trajectory in the realm of sports, the nation stands poised to achieve even greater milestones under the visionary leadership of President Nana Akufo-Addo and Sports minister, Mustapha Ussif.

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