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First Lady Thumbs NYSC’s Resilience and Innovations in National Integration

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2 years ago

January 23, 2025

…Commissions Scheme’s Digital Museum and Television Studio

By Joel Ajayi

The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Olufemi Tinubu, CON, has commended the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) for its resilience and innovative contributions to national development. She highlighted the Scheme’s advancements in science and technology, agricultural development, healthcare delivery, and community service, all of which have significantly propelled Nigeria forward.

The commendation came during her official commissioning of the NYSC Digital Museum and Television Studio on Thursday at the General Yakubu Gowon Building, NYSC Headquarters, Abuja. The newly commissioned world-class facilities aim to preserve the Scheme’s dynamic history and showcase its contributions to national development.

In her address, the First Lady emphasized the pivotal role of NYSC since its inception in 1973 in fostering patriotism, promoting national unity, and encouraging service among Nigerian youth.

According to her, “The NYSC Scheme, in its over 50 years of existence, has served as a platform for national development and integration, bridging the gap between youth potentials and community needs.”

She further described the digital museum as “a dynamic chronicle of our shared history, values, and aspirations as a nation,” adding that it reflects the selfless contributions of corps members across various sectors, including science, technology, agriculture, healthcare, and community service.

“The Nigerian youth embodies an indomitable spirit that the world admires—a spirit of resilience, innovation, and boundless energy. This commitment to nation-building is perfectly captured in the first stanza of the NYSC anthem, which speaks of dedication and selflessness, even under challenging circumstances,” she said.

She praised the NYSC for adopting technology in preserving its legacy, aligning with global best practices and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which seeks to harness innovation and technology for inclusivity and a thriving digital economy.

“By embracing this initiative, the NYSC has created a tool for civic education that underscores the immense potential of Nigerian youth, united in purpose and enriched by diversity,” the First Lady added. She concluded by officially declaring the Digital Museum and Television Studio open, dedicating it to the glory of God and the benefit of humanity.

The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawale, also spoke at the event, describing the facility as a significant resource for preserving the history and contributions of Nigerian youth.

“This digital museum will allow us to reflect on our past and inspire future generations. It serves as a symbol of knowledge and unity, encouraging young people to positively contribute to society,” he said. He urged Nigerian youth to utilize the museum for research and innovation rather than merely following fleeting trends.

In his remarks, the Director-General of NYSC, Brigadier General YD Ahmed, highlighted the significance of the digital museum in preserving the Scheme’s rich history and contributions.

“The NYSC Digital Museum marks a milestone in our efforts to document the remarkable achievements of the Scheme over the past five decades. It serves as a vital center for research, cultural preservation, and a testament to the innovative spirit of our corps members,” he said.

He noted that the museum would not only be a repository for artifacts and memories but also a major tourist attraction, showcasing the invaluable contributions of Nigerian youth to national development.

The unveiling of the digital museum and television studio reflects NYSC’s commitment to preserving its legacy while leveraging technology to inspire future generations.

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Eagle Times Newspaper Will Be Voice for Nigerians – Publisher Chukwunyere Vows

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7 hours ago

October 2, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Publisher of The Eagle Times Nigeria, Sir Ikechukwu Chukwunyere, has pledged that the newspaper will promote accountability, credible journalism and public-interest reporting in its coverage of national affairs.
Chukwunyere made the commitment on Thursday, October 1, 2026, during the official unveiling and launch of The Eagle Times Nigeria.

He said the new media organisation was established not merely to add another newspaper to Nigeria’s media landscape, but to provide a platform committed to serving the public interest.

According to him, the newspaper’s guiding philosophy, “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation,” places a responsibility on the organisation to listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight issues affecting their daily lives and scrutinise those entrusted with public responsibilities.

“To be a voice for the people means that we must listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight their concerns and give visibility to issues that affect their daily lives,” he said.

The publisher added that The Eagle Times would be guided by accuracy, fairness, professionalism, credibility and responsible journalism, stressing that the newspaper would not publish stories merely because they were sensational.

“We will verify. We will investigate. We will seek the other side. We will correct our mistakes when we make them,” he said.

Chukwunyere further stated that the newspaper would endeavour to give individuals and organisations the opportunity to respond whenever allegations were made against them.
“Our commitment is not to any political party, government or individual. Our primary commitment is to journalism, to truth and to the Nigerian public,” he said.

He noted that the newspaper was launching at a time when the media industry was undergoing rapid transformation, with audiences increasingly consuming news through digital platforms, including websites, television, podcasts and social media.

He said The Eagle Times would therefore operate as a multimedia organisation, combining its newspaper with digital platforms and The Eagle Times TV to reach audiences across different channels.

According to him, the organisation also intends to create opportunities for young journalists, writers, photographers, producers, digital creators and other media professionals to develop their skills and contribute to journalism and national development.

Chukwunyere said the newspaper’s coverage would include politics, governance, business, economy, security, judiciary, education, health, technology, sports, entertainment, lifestyle and international affairs.

He, however, said the organisation intended to distinguish itself not only by the subjects it covered but by the quality and approach of its journalism.

We want to tell stories that matter, we want to investigate issues that require investigation, we want to highlight Nigerians who are making a difference, and we want to give communities that are often ignored an opportunity to be heard,” he said.

The publisher acknowledged the challenges involved in establishing a newspaper, saying the venture required investment, commitment, professional discipline and the courage to pursue an idea.

He expressed appreciation to the management, editorial, reporting, production and digital teams, as well as families, friends, partners and supporters who contributed to the establishment of the organisation.

Chukwunyere also assured readers, viewers and the newspaper’s digital audience that The Eagle Times would strive to earn their trust and remain accountable to the standards it had set for itself.

He said the newspaper’s success would not be measured only by circulation figures, website traffic or social media followers, but also by the confidence Nigerians placed in its journalism.

“Today, we spread our wings. Today, The Eagle Times takes flight,” he said, reaffirming the newspaper’s commitment to its slogan: “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation.”

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