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Nigerian Army University Honour NYSC DG

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4 years ago

January 31, 2020

Nigerian Army University Honour NYSC DG

Joel Ajayi

The Nigerian Army University, Biu, Borno State, has hosted a send off party in honour of its pioneer Registrar and Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps Brigadier General Shuaibu Ibrahim.

The ceremony took place at Sharna Conference Hall in Biu.

Also honoured was the pioneer Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Military), Major General IM Obot.

Speaking on the occasion, the Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Fatimah Tahir, said the two personalities were honoured in recognition of their services to the University.

Professor Tahir recalled their roles in laying a strong foundation for the Institution, and described them as two of its strongest pillars. She added that the history of the institution would not be complete without mention of their contributions.

Responding, Major General IM Obot thanked the University Management for the honour done to him and Brigadier General Ibrahim.

He noted that his tenure as Deputy Vice-Chancellor was challenging because University administration was a very complex task.

However, he remarked that his job was made easier as he tapped from the experiences of other Principal Officers.

General Obot thanked all members of Staff for their support towards successful take-off of the University and the subsequent efforts to stabilize it just as he urged them to sustain the tempo of their commitment to its progress.

Also speaking, the NYSC Director-General, Brigadier General Shuaibu Ibrahim, expressed delight over the progress made by the University since his departure as its pioneer Registrar, and said that was attributable to commitment and team work.

The Director-General urged the Staff to continue to cooperate with the Management so as to consolidate the feats achieved.

He praised the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai, for the energy and resources invested in the development of the institution, and urged the Staff not to let him down.

Brigadier General Ibrahim, who disclosed his plan to document his experience as pioneer Registrar of the University, especially for the benefit of researchers, assured of his continued support for the institution.

Earlier, the Director-General had joined other dignitaries at the second matriculation ceremony of the University.

The Chief of Army Staff and Chairman of the institution’s Governing Council, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai was represented by Major General IM Obot.

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FG to Harness the Digital Economy to Empower Youth

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2 days ago

April 17, 2024

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Honourable Minister of State for Youth Development, Mr Ayodele Olawande has disclosed that the Federal Government is making efforts to harness the potentials of the digital economy in empowering the youth and creating sustainable jobs.

He made this disclosure in Abuja when he received the participants of the Senior Executive Course 46, 2024 of the National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies, (NIPSS), Kuru, Jos, Plateau State who were on study tour to the Ministry.

Mr Olawande said over 50% of the population below the age of 30 have a significant demographic advantage in the digital age.

“Our youths are tech-savvy, innovative and eager to contribute to the country’s economic growth. However, they face numerous challenges including limited access to quality education, skills training and job opportunities.

The digital economy offers a unique opportunity for Nigeria to leapfrog traditional development challenges. With the rise of e-commerce, digital payments and remote work”. “Our youths can assess global markets, skills training and job opportunities like never before,” he added.

According to the Minister, challenges hindering the growth of the digital economy in Nigeria must be addressed.
He explained that to overcome the challenges, the Ministry has implemented initiatives such as digital skills training programs for youths, focusing on areas like software development, data analytics and digital marketing especially in the NYSC.

This, he disclosed is alongside partnering with Galaxy Back Bone to improve infrastructure, Internet connectivity and alternative electricity supply as well as funding opportunities such as grants, loans and venture capital for startups of small businesses with launching of the National Youth Investment Fund.

The Honourable Minister who hinted that the Ministry’ s goal is to create an ecosystem that supports entrepreneurship and employment opportunities for youth stated: ” We recognise that sustainable job creation is critical to Nigeria ‘s economic growth and stability”

”I urge you all to join us in this journey to harness the potential of the digital economy for youth empowerment and sustainable job creation in Nigeria.”, he added.

Mr Olawande further said that the opportunities and challenges underscore the need for a collaborative effort from all stakeholders to harness the potential of the digital economy for sustainable development.

The Minister who observed that there is a gap between the Government and the young people expressed his heartfelt desire for the Youths of the nation to feel the Government. He opined that the country has the most intelligent youths in the world.

Earlier, the leader of the delegation from NIPSS, Barrister Nima Salman Mann, mni said they are in the Ministry to research, proffer solutions, recommendations and strategies to help Government chart its course for the the year, with the theme : ‘Digital Economy, Youth Empowerment and Sustainable Job Creation in Nigeria: Issues, Challenges and Opportunities’.

.She also added that Ministry of Youth Development is very germane to this year’s theme .” We are with the Ministry of Youth to listen to what you are doing to help the youth, how you are doing it, strategic plans and way forward as well as how we can use the digital economy to chart the goal for sustainable job creation,” she concluded.

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