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NTAC DG Attributes TAC Scheme’s Success to Sacrifice, Pan-African Vision

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3 months ago

July 20, 2026

Says President Tinubu’s Support Drives Agency’s Performance

By Joel Ajayi

Director-General of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC), Rt. Hon. Yusuf Buba Yakub, has attributed the sustained success of the Technical Aid Corps (TAC) Scheme to the spirit of selfless sacrifice and Nigeria’s enduring Pan-African vision, saying the programme remains a symbol of the country’s commitment to the development of Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific.

Yakub made the remarks on Monday in Abuja during a reception organised for 11 Nigerian volunteers who successfully completed their two-year technical assistance assignment in The Gambia.

He said the TAC Scheme has continued to project Nigeria’s leadership role in international development cooperation by deploying highly skilled professionals to partner countries to strengthen institutions, build capacity and promote sustainable development.

According to him, the Federal Government’s continued investment in the scheme, despite domestic economic challenges, reflects Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to advancing the welfare of fellow African and Black nations.

“The sacrifices Nigeria continues to make through the Technical Aid Corps Scheme are driven by our Pan-African vision and our belief in shared growth and development. It is a labour of love that demonstrates our commitment to uplifting fellow African and Black nations,” Yakub said.

The NTAC Director-General also credited President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s unwavering support for the agency’s growing achievements, noting that the President’s long-standing commitment to capacity development and international cooperation has strengthened the implementation of the TAC Scheme.

He explained that President Tinubu’s passion for human capital development, even before assuming office, has reinforced Nigeria’s leadership in South-South Cooperation and other international development initiatives currently being driven by NTAC.

Yakub reaffirmed that the agency remains one of Nigeria’s most effective soft-power diplomatic institutions, deploying professionals in critical sectors such as education, engineering, healthcare, public administration, agriculture and law to support development in partner countries.

Earlier, Director of Programmes at NTAC, Ambassador Bello A. Jaye, formally presented the returning volunteers to the Director-General and commended the management of the agency for providing the support and enabling environment that contributed to the success of the assignment.

He praised the volunteers for representing Nigeria with professionalism and dedication, describing them as worthy ambassadors who upheld the country’s reputation throughout their service in The Gambia.

Speaking on behalf of the returning team, Engr. Oyetunji A. Akinlabi expressed appreciation to President Tinubu and the NTAC management for their unwavering support during the two-year mission.

He disclosed that the volunteers recorded significant achievements in higher education, judicial development, research, planning and public policy, contributing meaningfully to institutional reforms in The Gambia.

According to Akinlabi, the team developed a University Policy and Conditions of Service for the University of Applied Science, Engineering and Technology (USET) and also played a key role in the formulation of The Gambia’s National Research Policy Framework.

He added that the volunteers supported reforms in student financing, research administration and other strategic areas aimed at strengthening governance and national development.

“We carried Nigeria’s mission and delivered. We impacted lives, strengthened institutions and demonstrated that Nigeria remains a dependable development partner. The people of The Gambia continue to appreciate Nigeria’s contributions across various sectors,” Akinlabi said.

The ceremony concluded with the presentation of Certificates of Service to the returning volunteers in recognition of the successful completion of their foreign assignment.

The event reaffirmed NTAC’s commitment to advancing Nigeria’s foreign policy objectives through technical assistance, knowledge exchange, capacity building and human capital development, while further strengthening the country’s leadership role in promoting sustainable development across Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific.

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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development

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17 hours ago

October 21, 2026

The Gleamer

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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