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FG Launches PCNG Portal For Youth To Apply For CNG Tricycles
FG Launches PCNG Portal For Nigerian Youth To Apply For Tricycles
Joel Ajayi
The Federal Government of Nigeria Monday, October 2024 announced the official opening of the portal for Nigerian youth to apply for Compressed Natural Gas CNG tricycles as part of its commitment to cohesion the effect of the high price of PMS.
The Minister of State, Federal Ministry of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande during the Launching of the CNG Portal, an innovative platform for the Youth to apply for CNG Tricycles on Monday in Abuja says all Nigeria have equal opportunity in the transport sector to use.
According to him, following the hugely successful launch of the 2,000 CNG Tricycles for the informal youth, which took place on 1st October 2024; the Ministry has designed a Youth Portal specifically intended to create opportunities for a greater number of youth to participate in the process.
“Through the portal, youth anywhere from across Nigeria can sign up to be merged with aggregators or owners who work directly with the PiCNG program; while beginning to become owners themselves.
“In simple terms, what we aim to achieve with the youth portal we are about to launch is to build transparency around enlisting youth into the Presidential CNG Initiative in the transportation sector. What this means is that we are opening the process, and any young person willing and ready to take advantage of the program can participate.
“This is consistent with the aspiration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who desires that all government programs and initiatives of government offer the same level of opportunity to everyone, either rich or poor, low or high.
“As I have always said, no young person in this country would need to know any godfather to benefit from the programs of the Ministry of Youth Development. The youth portal we are launching today again reconfirms that promise of ensuring equal access to all our initiatives and programs.”
I, therefore, use this opportunity to call on all youth who work within the commercial transportation sector, or those who have an interest in joining the sector to enlist for the benefits provided through the Presidential Initiative on CNG as a significant component of the palliative program of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
He urged Nigerian Youths to follow instructions strictly on the website for admissibility.
Minister, Olawande said that in launching the portal, the Nigerians have just two ways of getting to the portal which are www.youth.ng and www.pci.gov.ng/tricycle.
Comrade Olawande however, calls on Nigerian youths to embrace the various government initiatives, stressing that the future of the country lies in the hands of its youth.
In his remarks, the Program Director and chief executive of PCNG Mr Micheal Oluwagbemi said the initiative enabled the youth to take advantage of the tricycles.
The director who was represented by Tosin Coker CNG is the future of Nigeria just like the youth is the future of this country.
We are doing something for the betterment of Nigeria and empowering Nigerian Youth.
He thanked the Ministry for the initiative and urged all Nigeria to give their best toward the betterment of Nigeria.
On his own, President of National Commercial Tricycle and Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association NACTOMORAS Alhaji Sani Hassan assured the total commitment to mobilize and educate their members, to make use of CNG tricycles for the good of Nigerians.
According to him, we are ready to work with the ministry 100% toward the success of the programs and the advancement of Nigerians
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Boundary Commission Rolls Out 2025 Strategic Plan For Boundaries Resolution For Economic Prosperity
Joel Ajayi
National Boundary Commission NBC has outlined its strategic priorities for disputed areas in 2025, focusing more on boundary resolution that it believes will bring economic prosperity and promote peaceful coexistence, as well as to drive sustainable development across Nigeria’s boundary regions.
The plan includes deployments of drones, advanced geospatial technologies, Expand Public Awareness Campaigns, Strengthen Grassroots Conflict Resolution Mechanisms mapping tools to improve accuracy and efficiency in boundary management in the country for the coming year.
The Director-General of the commission, Mr Adamu Adaji, who was represented by Dr the Director of Internal Boundaries Dr Bulus Emmanuel, at the 2024 end of year media briefing in Abuja, said that the commission had partnered with key organisations to enhance technology integration in boundary management.
He stated that boundaries are instruments of unity, growth, and development to build bridges of cooperation, ensuring peaceful coexistence, as well as means of unlocking the full potential of nation and region.
While rolling out vision for the year ahead, Adaji expressed; “As we look forward to the future, the NBC is committed to expanding its impact and ensuring sustainable management of Nigeria’s boundaries. Our strategic goals for 2025 include:
“Accelerate the Resolution of Boundary Disputes: Strengthen collaborations with state governments, traditional rulers, and community stakeholders to expedite dispute resolution and foster lasting peace.
“Expand Public Awareness Campaigns: Roll out nationwide sensitization programs to educate citizens on the importance of boundaries in fostering unity and national development.
“Strengthen Grassroots Conflict Resolution Mechanisms: Equip local leaders and boundary communities with tools for resolving conflicts amicably and sustainably.
“Enhance Technological Integration: Invest in advanced geospatial technologies, drones, and mapping tools to improve accuracy and efficiency.
“Promote Regional and International Cooperation: Advance cross-border agreements to enhance security, stimulate trade, and foster regional integration under the AfCFTA.
“Bolster Capacity Building Initiatives: Organize specialized training sessions on maritime law, conflict resolution, and boundary management.
“Operationalize the Extended Continental Shelf: Develop a roadmap for sustainable exploitation of maritime resources in compliance with international laws.
“Strengthen Data Management Systems: Collaborate with NASRDARMFAC (REVENUE MODEL) and other agencies for a harmonized geospatial database amongst others.
He used the occasion to reflect on NBCs achievements; ” The National Boundary Commission (NBC) remains steadfast in its mandate to resolve boundary disputes, promote peaceful coexistence, and drive sustainable development across Nigeria’s boundary regions.
“The resolution of interstate boundary disputes remained a top priority for the NBC and in 2024, we made significant strides in the following areas: Interstate Boundary Department: Boundary Delimitation and Demarcation,
“The Anambra/Enugu Boundary disputes saw the introduction of an innovative and dynamic approach otherwise known as the “Anambra/Enugu Home grown Formula,” being introduced to resolve the interstate dispute between the sister states leveraging local engagement and political will to advance the demarcation process.
“Benue/Nasarawa Boundary: We successfully revived stalled pillar emplacement projects by harmonizing historical records and facilitating renewed dialogue between stakeholders.
“Kebbi/Niger Boundary: Technical committees were established to evaluate historical documents and execute boundary tracing setting the stage for peaceful resolutions.
“Field and Technical Exercises: Our team conducted extensive verification and alignment exercises on boundaries including Gombe/Taraba, FCT/Nasarawa, the Enugu/Kogi and determination of the Ekiti/Ondo/Osun tripartite point.
“These efforts demonstrate our commitment to ensuring accuracy, fairness, and peaceful coexistence along Nigeria’s interstate boundaries.
NBC also recorded successes in International Boundaries resolution as the Nigeria-Benin International Boundary, Nigeria-Niger International Boundary, Nigeria-Cameroon International Boundary and Community Resettlement Projects were carried out with great success.
Speaking on the Challenges Adaji said, despite these successes, challenges such as limited resources, insecurity in certain regions, and stakeholder resistance continues to pose huddles.
He commended the Federal Government, State governments, traditional rulers, development partners, and our border communities for their unwavering support as well as the Media for their unwavering support and for playing a critical role in disseminating accurate information and fostering.
He assured that, the NBC remains steadfast in its mandate to resolve boundary disputes, promote peaceful coexistence, and drive sustainable development across Nigeria’s boundary regions
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