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FG Inauguratez NYSC Digital Museum, Television Studio

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1 year ago

January 23, 2025

Joel Ajayi

The Federal Government has officially inaugurated the NYSC Digital Museum and Television Studio, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at celebrating and preserving the rich history of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

The museum offers an interactive platform that showcases historical artifacts, key milestones, and personal stories from former corps members, highlighting the NYSC’s enduring contributions to nation-building since its establishment in 1973.

The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Her Excellency Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, unveiled the initiative during a ceremony held at the NYSC Headquarters in Abuja.

The event attracted distinguished dignitaries, youth leaders, and stakeholders from various sectors to celebrate this landmark achievement and discuss its potential to inspire Nigerian youth.

In her address, Sen. Tinubu underscored the pivotal role of the NYSC in fostering patriotism, unity, and national service.

She noted that the Digital Museum is not merely a repository of artifacts but a dynamic record of Nigeria’s collective history, values, and aspirations.

“This initiative highlights the remarkable contributions of NYSC members over the years. From innovations in science and technology to advancements in agriculture, healthcare, and community service, corps members have consistently demonstrated their dedication to national development,” the First Lady remarked.

She added, “Nigerian youth embody an indomitable spirit admired globally—a spirit of resilience, innovation, and boundless energy. Through this enduring commitment, they promise a brighter future for our nation.”

Sen. Tinubu emphasized that the adoption of technology in the museum aligns with global best practices and reflects the ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, ensuring that the legacy of the NYSC remains accessible to all Nigerians.

The Honourable Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, praised the initiative as a testament to the vision and dedication of the NYSC under the leadership of Brigadier General YD Ahmed. He expressed confidence in the scheme’s capacity to achieve even greater milestones in the future.

“This facility stands as a success story, showcasing the innovation and contributions of our youth over the years,” Comrade Olawande stated. He encouraged young Nigerians to draw inspiration from the project and actively contribute to society with courage and creativity.

Earlier, the Director-General of NYSC, Brig.-Gen. YD Ahmed, in his welcome address, described the Digital Museum as one of the scheme’s enduring legacies. He highlighted its role as a vital center for research, documentation, and cultural preservation, showcasing the ingenuity and creativity of corps members.

According to him, the facility will serve as a beacon of inspiration, documenting the impactful history of the NYSC and the transformative initiatives undertaken by its members.

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PWA demands forensic audit of pipeline surveillance contract , says current contract monopolistic, violation of PIA

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2 days ago

April 15, 2026

The Gleamer

Cyril Ogar

A leading advocacy group in Nigeria under the aegis of People’s Wellbeing Association (PWA) has said that the current pipeline surveillance contract is a gross violation of the Petroleum Industrial Act (PIA), calling for a forensic audit of the contract from inception.

It should be recalled that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) awarded the pipeline surveillance contract to Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, led by Government Ekpemupolo (Tompolo), in August/September 2022.

The contract, valued at approximately ₦48 billion annually, aimed to curb oil theft in the Niger Delta.

The PWA’s Head of Communication Unit, Comrade Abba Abubakar said this in a statement in Abuja on Wednesday.

Abubakar who called for equitable distribution of the contract to host communities, said the present structure of the pipeline surveillance contract remained skewed, benefitting a few other than the major stakeholders.

“The current pipeline surveillance contract is a violation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) with regards to the effective participation of host communities in protecting oil facilities located in their domain.

“The present arrangement where the pipeline security was entrusted in the hands of a few companies violates section 257 of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), which states that host communities must be directly involved in protecting oil facilities located in their ancestral lands,” he said.

Abubakar who reiterated calls for forensic audit of the contract, said Pipeline protection should involve indigenous stakeholders from the ethnic nations and communities where these facilities are located.

According to him, the present structure reflects an unhealthy concentration of opportunity and influence, leaving many oil-producing ethnic nations with little or no meaningful participation.

He said that the monopolistic arrangement of the pipeline security framework has instead created rancour, resentment thereby undermining unity in the Niger Delta region.

Abubakar vehemently condemned the contract of exclusion, saying that any system that excludes many of the host communities from pipeline protection undermines fairness and regional stability.

The PWA Communication Unit Head regretted that the federal government made a huge financial commitment in the area of pipeline surveillance over the years, yet the nation’s crude output is minimal compared to what it used to be.

Abubakar however called for a forensic audit of the ₦4 billion monthly pipeline surveillance contract, due to brazen instances of economic exclusion and calls for better regional distribution.

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