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NTAC DG Awarded Institute’s Honorary Doctoral Fellowship; Commended for Exceptional Competence, Professionalism
Joel Ajayi
Director-General of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps , Rt. Hon.Yusuf Buba Yakub, has been conferred with the esteemed titles of Doctoral and Honorary Fellowship of the Emergency Crisis and Risk Management Institute. These recognitions are testaments to his exceptional leadership, competence, and professionalism in advancing NTAC’s mission.
Under Dr. Yakub’s guidance, NTAC has strengthened its initiatives in providing technical aid and humanitarian support to African, Pacific and Caribbean countries.
The organization’s deployment of over 10,000 volunteers to over 40 countries since its establishment in 1987 is a notable achievement.
The Emergency Crisis and Risk Management Institute, which focuses on building capacity, conducting research, and promoting professional development in emergency management, commended Dr. Yakub’s outstanding character, leadership and commitment to serving the greater good.
During a visit to the NTAC Complex today, Dr. Chuks Akawo, Director-General of the Emergency Crisis and RiskManagement Institute, presented the award and expressed appreciation for NTAC’s participation in a recent conference.
He highlighted the Institute’s postgraduate and PhD programmes and proposed collaboration between both institutions.
The visiting delegation led by Dr. Chuks Akawo included Mr. Dieudonné Nikiema, Manager, ECOWAS Peace Fund, Reverend Stephen A.O. Paul,a Fellow of the Institute.
Also in attendance were members of NTAC Management,which included Amb.Yakubu Abdullahi Ahmed, Director of Administration;Amb.Zakari Usman, Director of Programmes as well as Mrs Meimunat Haruna- Mustapha, Deputy Director, Head of Accounts;Alhaji Adekola Lawal, Assistant Director, Head of Internal Audit,and Mr.Debo Fehintola ,among others.
Dr. Yakub thanked the visiting team for the recognition and reaffirmed NTAC’s openness to partnership with the Emergency Crisis and Risk Management Institute and other like-minded institutions.
He emphasized NTAC’s core mandate of deploying Nigerian professionals to countries with gaps in skills and assured the visiting delegation that NTAC’s doors would always remain open for collaboration in areas promoting peace, safety and sustainable development.
It must be informed that these Awards not only honour Dr. Yakub’s individual achievements but also highlight Mr. President’s achievements through NTAC’s vital role in contributing to national progress and resilience.
The Institute and NTAC look forward to a fruitful and long-term partnership.
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Tinubu, PDP Hail Gov Okpebholo’s Road Infrastructural Revolution in Edo
Joel Ajayi
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has lauded the infrastructural strides of Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, particularly the ongoing construction of the state’s first-ever flyover bridge, describing it as a landmark intervention in easing urban traffic and modernizing Edo’s transport system.
The President extolled the governor’s foresight in embarking on the one-kilometre flyover project at Ikpoba Hill in Ikpoba Okha Local Government Area, noting that its completion would transform vehicular movement and strengthen the urban fabric of Benin City.
Tinubu praised Okpebholo’s early performance in office, affirming that the governor had set a new standard of governance in Edo.
The president represented by the Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi, emphasized that the governor’s bold approach to road and bridge construction in the State underscores the All Progressives Congress’ (APC) progressive agenda.
“This is a 24-span structure, each span measuring 20 meters, amounting to a one-kilometre bridge. The quality and pace of work are impressive. Edo is witnessing a first, and I believe more such projects should follow in Benin City to address the heavy traffic,” Umahi conveyed on behalf of the President.
The Minister contrasted the efficiency of state-driven projects with some federal contracts, lamenting that contractors often display greater discipline when working under governors than when handling federal assignments.
He pledged to enforce stricter accountability standards at the federal level to ensure value for money and timely delivery.
“I commend Governor Okpebholo for insisting on concrete technology. Roads built with reinforced concrete last 50 to 100 years, saving scarce resources. Nigeria cannot continue to spend on recurring reconstruction. We must invest in durability,” Umahi stressed.
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