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Ondo Polls: NYSC Director-General Seeks Protection For Corps Members

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4 years ago

October 2, 2020

Joel Ajayi

The Director-General of National Youth Service Corps NYSC Brigadier General Shuaibu Ibrahim has appealed to all stakeholders in Ondo State to provide adequate security for Corps Members that will be engaged as polling officials in the forthcoming the gubernatorial election in the state.

He said Corps Members were apolitical and focused on contributing their quota towards national development.

General Ibrahim stated these today during a courtesy visit to the Deji of Akure, His Imperial Majesty Oba Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, and also the Olowo of the Owo Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Oba Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye III in their palaces.

He assured that the youth on national service would perform the election duties with a high sense of responsibility and neutrality, but added that all stakeholders must contribute towards giving them maximum protection.

The NYSC boss, who appreciated the monarch for his support for NYSC, stressed that the Scheme placed a high premium on the welfare and security of the Corps Members.

“I want to plead with the good people of Ondo State to protect my Corps Members.

“We want to ensure that our Corps Members are safe as we look forward to a hitch-free election”, the DG added.

Ibrahim further urged residents of the State to tap from the potentials of Corps Members for socio-economic development, adding that their knowledge, loyalty, and dedication to duty were of immense benefit.

Responding, the Deji of Akure commended the NYSC Scheme for its role in mentoring of the nation’s youth.

He added that residents of Ondo State were looking up to the Corps Members’ credible conduct of the Governorship Election.

“We believe in them because they are up to the task and residents of the Ondo State trust them”, the monarch said.

Also the Olowo of Owo Kingdom, Oba Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye commended General Ibrahim for his efforts in mentoring graduate youths.

He lauded the NYSC for its roles in adding more credibility to the electoral assignments in the country

“Corps Members are treasures that must be protected and no matter what, nothing will happen to Corps Members in this kingdom, and even in Ondo State l can assure you of their safety.

The NYSC Scheme has to be a pride of the nation because it is uniting us”, he said

During separate visits to the 32 Artillery Brigade Nigerian Army, Owena, Akure; Ondo State Command of the Department of State Services, and the State Police Command, the Director-General appealed to the agencies to provide adequate security for all Corps Members before, during, and after the election.

In their responses, the Brigade Commander, 32 Artillery Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Zakari Abubakar; Director, Department of State Services, Mr. Emmanuel Esomonu, and State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Salami Amidu Bolaji all assured that measures had been put for the protection of all Corps Members during the election.

Earlier in the day, the Director-General addressed the Corps members that will serve as election officials urging them to abide by the electoral laws, be security conscious, and avoid infractions.

“You must abide by the electoral laws. If you run a foul of the law, NYSC will not be there for you.

Be security conscious, don’t cut corners, and use only the vehicles accredited by INEC”, General Ibrahim said.

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FG to Harness the Digital Economy to Empower Youth

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3 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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