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“Young Nigerians Remain Central to Our Mandate”, FCC Boss Omidiran Assures NYCN

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7 months ago

March 31, 2026

Joel Ajayi

The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Honorable Hulayat Abiola Omidiran, has reasserted the Commission’s commitment to youth inclusion, equity, and fairness in public service.

Hon. Omidiran made this known while receiving a delegation from the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), led by its Deputy National President, Comrade Mukhtar Akosile, during a courtesy visit to the Commission’s Headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday.

“We work for you. What we are doing here is for young Nigerians, as older generations are no longer in search of employment. If we get it right with the youth, the future of this country is secured. It is the foundation we lay today that they will build upon to become the kind of leaders we envision,” Hon. Omidiran said.

She further emphasized the Commission’s commitment to youth engagement, noting that NYCN would be actively integrated into its activities.

“We have a youth committee, and we will absorb NYCN into our activities, particularly on matters of critical importance to young Nigerians. At the FCC, we are focused on prompt action and result-oriented leadership that promotes inclusivity, equity, and national cohesion,” she added.

Reaffirming the Commission’s zero tolerance for job racketeering, the FCC Chairman stressed that strict measures have been instituted to uphold integrity and due process.

“We are guided by fairness and equity. We do not tolerate bribery or job racketeering. We have instituted a whistleblowing mechanism to curb irregularities and ensure strict adherence to due process,” she stated.

Earlier, the Deputy National President of NYCN, Comrade Mukhtar Akosile, said the Council formally felicitated with the FCC Chairman and expressed appreciation for the renewed engagement between both institutions.

“NYCN formally came to felicitate with you [Hon. Omidiran] and associate with your office, particularly following the invitation extended to us for the recent FCC induction workshop, an engagement of this nature that has not occurred in over a decade,” Akosile said.

He also emphasized the Council’s readiness to collaborate with the Commission in advancing youth-focused initiatives.

“We want to be integrated into the activities of the FCC, particularly in serving as a bridge between the youth, the public, and the Commission through information sharing, feedback, and reporting the impact of its allocation of opportunities on young Nigerians,” he added.

Also in attendance were Hon. Peter Eze (Enugu State), Hon. Muhammad Awwal Na’iya (Kano State), and Hon. Ibrahim Abdul Mairiga (Gombe State). The NYCN delegation also included key officials such as the Chief of Staff to the Deputy President, Basah Mohammed.

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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development

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1 day 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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