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Ogbomoso Stands Still as Sunday Dare Bids Farewell to Mother

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The ancient city of Ogbomoso is standing still as the immediate past Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare bids farewell to his beloved mother this weekend.

The late matron, whose departure has left a profound void in the hearts of many, will be honoured by her family, as well as notable personalities including past and present Ministers, Governors, and esteemed individuals from various sectors. Among those paying their respects were the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye Orumogege III, Ghana’s Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mustapha Ussif, the immediate past Minister of Budget and National Planning, amongst others.

The funeral proceedings will commence with a wake ceremony on Friday, followed by the final rites to lay her to rest on saturday. In addition, a special thanksgiving service dedicated to celebrating the life of the late matron will be held on Sunday.

Dare, known for his commitment to national development and youth empowerment, expressed his gratitude for the outpouring of support during this difficult time. He shared fond memories of his mother’s nurturing spirit and profound influence, underscoring her role as a pillar of strength in his life and career.

As Ogbomoso bids farewell to one of its cherished matriarchs, mama leaves behind an indelible mark on the community and beyond.

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FG Inaugurates Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit in Youth Ministry

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The Federal Government has inaugurated the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) of the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, in collaboration with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).


Speaking at the inauguration, the Permanent Secretary, represented by the Director of Education and Youth Development (EYD), Mr. Kabir Mohammad, described the event as a significant milestone in the Ministry’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and good governance.


He expressed gratitude to the ICPC for its guidance and support in establishing the unit, acknowledging the dedication and hard work of the Ministry’s staff in making this initiative a reality since its separation from the Ministry of Sports.


“To the newly inaugurated members of the ACTU, I charge you to discharge your duties with integrity, professionalism, and commitment to excellence. Your role is critical in ensuring that our Ministry operates with transparency, accountability, and integrity,” Mr. Mohammad stated.He also urged Heads of Departments and Units to collaborate with the ACTU, particularly on integrity and compliance matters, noting that these areas are crucial to the annual performance evaluation of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) in alignment with ICPC principles.


In his goodwill message, Mr. Olusegun Adigun, representing the ICPC Chairman, emphasized the importance of the ACTU in advancing the Ministry’s vision.


“Aligned with the Ministry’s vision of empowering Nigerian youth to succeed in all fields of life through dedication, unity of purpose, and commitment to national development, the ACTU will serve as a strategic instrument to support the Ministry in achieving its objectives through its mandated duties,” Mr. Adigun stated.

He further advised the Ministry’s leadership to create an enabling environment for the ACTU by granting it representation in standing committees, in accordance with the government circular Ref No: OHCSF/SPSO/CSTD/314, dated October 5, 2016.

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