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NTAC Christian Fellowship celebrates Yakub at 57, describes him as God-sent
The Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC) Christian Fellowship has celebrated Dr Yusuf Yakub, the Director-General (D-G) of NTAC as he turned 57 years old, describing him as a God-sent to the Corps.
A statement signed by Ojo Olubunmi, Head, Information and Public Relations of the corps on Thursday in Abuja, disclosed that the event held on Wednesday in Abuja.
According to Olubunmi, the D-G came at a time the corps needed to be rescued from what remained of the once glorious organisation, saying that the staffers were full of praises to President Bola Tinubu for the appointment of Yakub.
Amb. Bolaji Akinremi, Chaplain of the Fellowship in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs during the prayer session, described the D-G as a man of impactful leadership who has continued to lead with wisdom, passionate excellence and humility.
Akinremi said that he had closely worked with the NTAC’s D-G since his time as the Chairman of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and had since discerned that wherever yakub led, he rallied people of honour and devotion who totally put their trust and unwavering beliefs in him.
He said that he was not surprised at the D-G’s sterling performance at the corps, where he has turned things around in less than two years.
Akinremi also commended President Tinubu for identifying a performer for a place so many Nigerians had thought no longer existed.
“Wherever you have served in this country, you did so with honour and capacity. Our prayer is that God will bless you at all times and promote you beyond our very imagination.
“We know for certain that you deserve to be in higher places, God will lift you higher so that men and women of our country will benefit from the leadership qualities and the caring heart He has bestowed on you,’’ he prayed.
Amb. Yakubu Ahmed, Director of Administration, led staffers and well-wishers to usher Yakub into the venue, showing a testament to the strong bond and camaraderie spirit that exists within the corps.
Responding, the D-G expressed deep gratitude to God for the gift of life and good health.
He thanked Mr President for the opportunity to serve the nation and promised his best efforts and contributions to Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
He applauded the NTAC workforce for their commitment, professionalism and unwavering support in driving the Corps’ mission and the 4-D Foreign Policy Initiative of this administration, describing the gesture he had received as both humbling and uplifting.
Among those who participated in the prayer session was Rev. Nathaniel Anunobi, Vicar in-charge of the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Dutse and a number of his parishioners that accompanied him to the event.
The highpoint of the day was when Akinremi rallied all members of the Fellowship and their visiting friends to perform the usual ceremonial cake-cutting exercise for the Yakub.
The former federal lawmaker was offered the gift of the Fellowship’s uniform as a mark of their gratitude to one who has supported the activities of all religious bodies at the corps.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Dr Yakub assumed the office as the D-G of NTAC on Aug. 22, 2023.
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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development
Cyril Samania
The President of De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI), Chief Oliver Patrick Ityohegh, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to humanitarian service, stressing the importance of supporting vulnerable people and improving community welfare beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day.
Ityohegh stated this during the organisation’s Cauldron Night and Award Presentation held to commemorate its 2026 Humanitarian Day celebration, theme: “Humanity First: Advancing Hope, Dignity and Community Well-being.” organised by the DNKI Abuja Chapter.
He emphasised that humanitarian service should be a continuous responsibility driven by compassion, solidarity and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in society.
According to him, DNKI’s humanitarian activities reflect its dedication to giving back to society and supporting people in need, while encouraging members to sustain initiatives that promote human dignity and community well-being.
He added that the organisation would continue to strengthen its humanitarian engagements through practical interventions aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable people and promoting community development.
Speaking at the event, the representative of the Abuja Chapter Chairman and Chairman of its Advisory Council, Prince Efiong Okpe, said the organisation’s humanitarian activities extended beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day on October 15.
Okpe explained that DNKI undertook several initiatives throughout the year, including blood donation exercises, visits to hospitals and correctional centres, as well as support for orphanages and other vulnerable groups.
According to him, the organisation also collaborated with humanitarian bodies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to identify areas of need and provide assistance within its available resources.
He described Humanitarian Day as an opportunity for members to renew their commitment to service and demonstrate solidarity with people facing difficult circumstances.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Planning Committee and Coordinator of the DNKI Gwagwalada Zone, Mr Etudaiye Hamzat, disclosed that the chapter had provided financial assistance to some members to help pay their children’s school fees, alongside distributing bags of rice and other relief items to members experiencing hardship.
Hamzat explained that the interventions followed concerns over the difficulties some members faced in meeting their family responsibilities, particularly the rising cost of their children’s education.
He maintained that supporting members in need was consistent with the organisation’s humanitarian principles, adding that DNKI remained committed to extending assistance to non-members and vulnerable communities as part of its commitment to leading by example.
Looking ahead, Hamzat said the Abuja Chapter planned to expand its humanitarian outreach to remote communities within the FCT, with particular attention to orphanages, schools and widows facing difficulties in meeting their family responsibilities.
He also recalled previous interventions for internally displaced persons (IDPs), which included the distribution of food, clothing and educational materials, noting that the chapter intended to scale up such initiatives in the coming year.
The highlight of the event was the presentation of awards to outstanding members and distinguished non-members in recognition of their contributions to humanitarian service.
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