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FMSTI Cooperative Society trains members in skills, health management, others-President
The Federal Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (FMSTI) Cooperative Society has trained its members in various skills and capacity-building programmes to ensure self-sustainability after retirement.
Mrs Ronnel Dola, President of the society, disclosed this during the society’s 25th Anniversary and Gala Night held on Friday in Abuja.
Dola, who attributed the cooperative’s success to divine guidance, highlighted several achievements recorded during her tenure.
“The cooperative has grown significantly in membership and strength since I joined in 2003 and we have become like a family.”
According to her, the society has conducted capacity-building programmes, provided medical support for members battling ailments like cancer and hypertension, and trained cooperators in poultry farming and entrepreneurship to prepare them for life after active service.
She assured members that retirement held no fears for them, as the cooperative ensures that retirees received their full savings promptly after service.
“We ensure that our members receive their total servings one month after retirement. During my tenure, 120 members have retired, and to the glory of God, all have received their benefits.”
As her tenure ended, Dola prayed for continued progress for the incoming executive members.
In his remarks, former president Alhaji Salihu Abdul-Raheem, represented by Mrs Hauwa Owodunni, expressed satisfaction with the cooperative’s uninterrupted 25 years of existence.
“It is inspiring to note that the society has recorded remarkable milestones over the years.”
He said that the cooperative’s membership grew from 272 in 2023 to 1,389 in 2024, attributing this expansion to the commitment of its members.
Similarly, Mr Fagboore Anthony, a Deputy Director in the ministry and cooperative member, described his membership as a rewarding experience.
He encouraged FMSTI staff and other civil servants to join cooperative societies, emphasizing the numerous benefits.
” Being a member has been one of my best decisions. I advise civil servants to join a cooperative in their workplace for financial security and growth”.
The event featured the launch of the cooperative’s magazine, as well as the presentation of awards to past presidents and outstanding members.
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Algeria’s Glorious Revolution: Embassy Marks 72nd Anniversary in Abuja
Joel Ajayi
The Embassy of Algeria in Nigeria has commemorated the 72nd anniversary of the country’s Glorious Revolution of November 1, 1954, with a reception in Abuja, highlighting Algeria’s liberation struggle and strengthening diplomatic relations with Nigeria.
The event, held on November 9, 2026, at Continental Suites Hotel, attracted prominent personalities, including the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr Tajudeen Abbas, members of the Federal Government, senior government officials, heads of diplomatic missions and other friends of Algeria.
Speaking at the reception, Algeria’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Hocine Mezoued, welcomed guests and paid tribute to the country’s freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives during the struggle for independence.
He described the November 1, 1954 revolution as the foundation of modern Algeria, noting that the sacrifices of the nation’s martyrs made it possible for the country to reclaim its sovereignty.
On Algeria’s development agenda, Mezoued said President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s administration had continued to pursue economic reforms, diversification and national development under its New Algeria vision.
He noted that the country was recording progress in non-hydrocarbon exports, while improvements in the business environment had boosted investor confidence and attracted significant foreign investments.
On foreign policy, the ambassador reaffirmed Algeria’s commitment to non-interference, respect for national sovereignty, peaceful conflict resolution and the right of peoples to self-determination.
Addressing security challenges in the Sahel, he stressed that lasting peace could not be achieved through military measures alone, insisting that economic development, inclusive dialogue and peaceful resolution of disputes remained essential.
Turning to Nigeria-Algeria relations, Mezoued described the partnership as one founded on shared values and the commitment of both countries’ leaders to advancing African development.
He identified the Trans-Saharan Highway, Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline and Trans-Saharan Fibre Optic Backbone as major strategic projects receiving attention from both countries.
The ambassador also disclosed that Algeria had continued to provide scholarships to Nigerian students to strengthen human capital development and capacity building.
He further announced that Air Algérie expanded its Nigerian operations on October 26, 2026, with the introduction of two weekly flights to Lagos, expressing confidence that the service would boost trade and tourism.
Looking ahead, Mezoued said 2027 would offer fresh opportunities to deepen bilateral cooperation, particularly through the fifth Joint High Bi-National Commission scheduled to hold in Abuja.
He expressed optimism that the meeting would provide an opportunity to assess existing partnerships, identify new areas of cooperation and move Nigeria-Algeria relations towards a more practical and results-driven phase.
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