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We will reposition NAPPS for maximum impact – Chairman BOT
The National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), says it is set to reposition the body for greater height and maximum impact.
The Chairman, Board of Trustees (BOT) of NAPPS, Dr Said Mijinyawa stated this at a media conference on Wednesday in Abuja.
He was supported by the Secretary of the Board, Prince Sakiru Raji, and members such as Dr Samira Jibir, Dr Francisca Chinwe Ohkezo, Hauwa Abarshi, Obong Edet Udo, Jude Idakpo, Gbenga Olowie and Hajiya Wakilbe Ashe.
According to Mijinyawa, following the expiration of Chief Yomi Otubela led administration, today Nov. 22, “the Board deemed it necessary to save the association from untold administrative up headers”.
Mijinyawa said action plans are being rolled out to midwife a new administration to manage the affairs of the association and conduct credible elections within 120 days or four months.
“These action plans are aimed at repositioning the NAPPS to take it to a greater height and maximum impact based on its vision, goal and mandate.
“There is need for a new set of Executives to handle the affairs of the body and we are poised to ensure that NAPPS takes its rightful place in the comity of friends and associates.
“A Member of the National Electoral Committee (NECOM) will come from each of the six geopolitical zones to be headed by a member of the Trustees.
“The Committee is to use the 2017 NAPPS Constitution to draw the time table, announce election dates, screen candidates and conduct of elections.
“Units, Wards, Local Government Chapters, States and Zones that have conducted their elections prior to this directives are not affected but must inform the NECOM in writing,” Mijinyawa said.
He said the Board had announced the setting up of a Transitional Committee with a Member each from the six geopolitical zones of the country to be headed by the BOT Chairman.
According.to him, their job is to see to the day-to-day running of the association for the transition period of four months.
He added that all the Members of the two Committees must have no Political ambition in the next administration which they are to midwife.
He stressed that the two Committees have 120 days or March 22, 2024, within which to carry out their assignments.
“The BOT hereby mandates all members of NAPPS nationwide not to pay any money to any National account of NAPPS from today.
“You will be notified of the account you will use within few days either for examinations, annual dues, debate, quiz and many others.
“All activities and businesses engaged in by the Chief Yomi Otubela-led administration are hereby put on hold. No NAPPS member should engage in any activity not approved by the BOT hence forth.
“NAPPS unified examination is hereby put on hold forthwith. You will be notified on the next line of action with respect to any examinations that may be organised by the body.
“For the LOAN from FCMB, we direct that members should stay further transactions on this, pending the time the BOT will be furnished with the Memorandum of understanding signed on behalf of the association by the Otubela-led administration,” he said.
The NAPPS BOT Chairman said it is painful to inform members that the board did not know anything about the loan members are accessing from any bank.
He named the transition committee as
Mijinyawa as Chairman, Elder Charles Umekwe, Chief Derick Enidakinro, M.M Adamu, Ernest Ike Ugwu, Victor Green and Alhaji Mohammed Musa Wambilmi
Similarly, the BOT chairman named Dr Esio Olekezie as the Chairman of the Electoral Committee and Dr Yashim Abim as the secretary with member drawn from each geopolitical zone of the country.
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Nigeria at 66: ‘We Must Not Lose Faith in Nigeria’ — FCC Boss Omidiran
Joel Ajayi
The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Honorable Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, has called on Nigerians to use the occasion of the nation’s 66th Independence Anniversary to renew their faith in Nigeria, strengthen national unity and recommit themselves to building a more inclusive and prosperous country.
In her 66th Independence Day message, Hon. Omidiran described October 1 as more than a celebration of freedom, saying the anniversary provides an opportunity for Nigerians to reflect on the country’s journey, acknowledge its progress and challenges, and renew the collective determination to build a nation where every citizen has a sense of belonging.
According to the FCC Executive Chairman, the Federal Character Principle remains particularly important to the quest for national cohesion because equitable representation promotes a sense of ownership and confidence in the Nigerian project.
“Nigeria is a nation of great diversity and
enormous potential. Our responsibility is to ensure that this diversity becomes a bridge that connects us rather than a barrier that separates us. Every Nigerian deserves to feel that he or she belongs to this country and has a role to play in its development,” Omidiran said.
The FCC boss called on government institutions at all levels to remain committed to fairness, equity, accountability and inclusive governance, while urging citizens to support efforts aimed at strengthening national institutions and promoting peaceful coexistence.
“We must not lose faith in Nigeria. The challenges before us are real, but so are the opportunities and the enormous human and natural resources available to us. Every citizen has a responsibility to contribute his or her own quota to building the Nigeria we desire,” she stated.
The FCC Executive Chairman also urged young Nigerians to remain committed to acquiring knowledge and skills, entrepreneurship, innovation, sports and other productive ventures, describing the youth as critical stakeholders in the country’s future.
“As we celebrate 66 years of independence, let us remember that the Nigeria we want cannot be built by government alone. It requires the commitment of all of us – leaders and citizens, young and old, from every part of the federation. Together, we can build a Nigeria where justice, fairness, opportunity and peace are available to all,” she said.
Omidiran reaffirmed the FCC’s commitment to the effective discharge of its constitutional mandate and to supporting efforts that promote equitable representation and inclusive national development across the federation.
The former lawmaker wished Nigerians at home and abroad a peaceful and memorable 66th Independence Anniversary, praying for continued peace, stability, prosperity and progress for the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
“Our differences should never be greater than our common identity as Nigerians. Let us continue to choose unity over division, service over self-interest and hope over despair. The Nigeria of our dreams is possible if we all play our part,” Omidiran said.
“On behalf of the Federal Character Commission, I congratulate all Nigerians on this 66th Independence Anniversary. May this occasion renew our patriotism, strengthen our unity and inspire us to work together for a stronger, more equitable and prosperous Nigeria. May God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” she added.
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