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Army Promises Enhanced Security For Corps Members
Joel Ajayi
The General Officer Commanding, 1 Division Nigerian Army, Kaduna, Major General MLD Sarazo has assured that officers and men of the Division would ensure that Corps Members and NYSC formations within its areas of operation continuously enjoy maximum protection.
He said all Corps Members serving in the Division are equally accorded high priority with other privileges alongside the Army Officers.
The GOC disclosed this today when the NYSC Director General, Brigadier General YD Ahmed paid him a courtesy visit in his office in Kaduna.
He stated further that NYSC has always been a part of the Nigerian Army, hence, the need to foster a stronger relationship between both government establishments.
General Sarazo added that the Division would continue to work with other sister security agencies, community leaders, traditional rulers, religious groups, political leaders, and other stakeholders in the effective discharge of its duties.
“We will continue to provide adequate security for all Corps Lodges, NYSC Secretariats, and Orientation Camps”, he said.
The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps, Brigadier General YD Ahmed, while speaking earlier, congratulated the GOC on his appointment.
He disclosed that 1 Div Kaduna is one of the critical stakeholders of NYSC, especially by providing a robust welfare package, security, and other logistics support for Corps Members serving at the Division.
General Ahmed also commended the Division for its support for NYSC Kaduna State Secretariat, through the deployment of military personnel to the Orientation Camp for drills, physical training, and other security matters.
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Ministry of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy Presents Budget Performance Report to National Assembly
Joel Ajayi
The Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy has presented its budget performance report to the National Assembly, highlighting the ministry’s achievements, challenges, and future plans.
The report which was presented to the House Committee on Art, Culture and Creative Economy on Wednesday, detailed the ministry’s efforts to promote Nigeria’s cultural heritage, support the growth of the creative industry, and drive economic growth.
The ministry’s initiatives include developing a robust intellectual property policy, investing in infrastructure, and fostering collaboration with stakeholders.
The ministry’s budget performance presentation which highlighted its eight-point plan, initiatives such as Nigeria Destination 2030, skills development, policy frameworks, intellectual property protection, strategic partnerships, growth targets, digital transformation, and cultural heritage preservation was given a thumbs up by the House committee.
During the presentation, the minister, Barr Hannatu Musa Musawa highlighted the challenges faced by the ministry, including limited resources and infrastructure. Despite these challenges, she said that the ministry has made significant progress in promoting Nigerian culture and supporting the creative industry.
Musawa also emphasized the importance of collaboration and partnership in driving the growth of the creative industry.
“We cannot do this alone. We need to work together with stakeholders, including industry experts, international partners, and the National Assembly, to drive economic growth and job creation”.
The minister explained that the ministry’s initiatives are expected to have a significant impact on the creative industry, generating revenue, creating jobs, and promoting Nigerian culture globally. She stated that the ministry is also exploring ways to develop infrastructure, including a physical Bollywood-style destination, and creating a streaming platform to showcase Nigerian content.
“The ministry has also secured a grant from the French treasury to support infrastructure development, and is working to leverage international partnerships to drive growth in the creative industry” the minister said.
Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry Dr Mukhtar Yawale Muhammed, MFR, mni. highlighted key achievements and budget performance in the sector as well as the ministry’s GDP contribution to the economy, tourism revenue accrued, and project implementation.
The Chairman, House Committee on Art, Culture and Creative Economy Hon. Gabriel Saleh Zok commended the ministry’s initiatives and expressed the Committee’s commitment to support the growth of the creative industry.
“We are here to access your budget performance and ensure effective utilization of funds appropriated. We expect to have a closer working relationship with the ministry”.
The interaction with the House Committee members provided insights into the Ministry’s efforts to drive economic growth and development through strategic initiatives and project implementation.
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