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There are more Yahoo boys in government than outside – Peter Obi
The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi has accused the Nigerian government of harbouring more corrupt individuals than the wider society.
Speaking at Nexford University’s 4th graduation ceremony in Lagos on Saturday, Mr Obi lamented that Nigeria is being exploited by public officials who misuse resources for personal gain.
Mr Obi, who was the guest speaker of the ceremony emphasised the importance of strong leadership, noting that it is crucial to manage the affairs of the country.
“For governance, don’t think when we talk about vices, it is only Yahoo boys. There are actually more Yahoo people in government than there are outside because we have turned the entire country into a crime scene where people inside are stealing and people outside are stealing,” he said.
Mr Obi further spoke on quality leadership urging the graduates to become positive change agents in their communities.
“It is about leadership and igniting the future. It is not rocket science but it is difficult. It is being able to have a strong character, the ability not to do the wrong thing,” he said.
“It is for you to help to bring a better change in that society that you want to live in. You have acquired knowledge today. Use what you have learnt to help us change society.
“You are a victim of Nigeria because our age and the age before has refused to do what is right and you are suffering it.”
In her remarks, the former Minister of Solid Minerals and CEO Human Capital Africa, Oby Ezekwesili highlighted the importance of selfless service as the bedrock of leadership.
Mrs Ezekwesili urged the graduates to engage in services that impact positively on both their workspace and the country as a whole.
“Service is the best of leadership. We hope that you see graduation as an opportunity for service to the work,” he said.
“The world of work you are in is different from our world of work. This whole world that you are in, you have to master it.”
Speaking to journalists on the sidelines of the event , Mr Obi emphasised the critical role of online education as a tool for addressing Nigeria’s educational challenges and driving national development.
He highlighted successful models from countries like Pakistan, India, and Turkey, which have used online platforms to educate vast populations effectively.
Mr Obi stressed that Nigeria must combine online and physical education to cater to its large population while enhancing access to quality learning.
“We need to massively educate people because education is one of the most important tools of development. The more educated any country or society is, the more developed,” he said.
NXU is an American online university headquartered in Washington DC. It was established in 2019 and has enrolled “thousands” of Nigerians according to the Nigerian Country Director, Oghogho Inneh.
Ms Inneh noted that about 1,200 students were conferred degrees including Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Science in different programmes.
In his comments, the founder of the institution, Fadl Al-Tarzi, emphasised the university’s commitment to advancing education through technology, particularly with the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its programmes.
Mr Al Tarzi noted that Nexford has offered AI specialisation for nearly five years and has embedded AI across all courses.
He highlighted the transformative potential of AI in connecting Nigerian talents to global opportunities and driving economic growth.
“AI has the potential to significantly boost productivity, accelerate research, and solve complex problems in record time,” he stated.
He, however, cautioned that AI could also displace jobs, urging stakeholders to prepare for the technological shifts impacting Nigeria and global markets.
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Just in: FG begins recruitment into Federal Civil Service
The Federal Government has begun hiring for various positions within the Federal Civil Service.
The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) announced on January 26, 2025, that Nigerians interested in these roles can apply through the commission’s official website.
Applicants are required to submit their applications for only one position.
Those applying should upload several documents, including their CV, academic certificates, NYSC certificate, birth certificate, and passport photo.
People with disabilities should also mention the nature of their condition in their applications.
The application portal is open until March 10, 2025, for interested candidates.
The statement read:
“The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) is receiving applications for various vacancies in the Federal Civil Service.
“The vacancy announcement is published on the Commission’s website: www.fedcivilservice.gov.ng and in the Sun, Daily Trust and The Nation newspaper of Monday 27th January 2025.
“Eligible applicants are to apply for only one position via the application link: https://recruitment.fedcivilservice.gov.ng.
“Applicants who are physically challenged should state the nature of their disability.
“Applicants are to upload the following documents as applicable:
i. Curriculum Vitae
ii. Ph.D/Master’s Degree Certificate
iii. Degree/HND/NCE Certificate
iv. WAEC/NECO/NABTEB Certificate
v. Primary School Certificate
vi. NYSC discharge/exemption/exclusion certificate
vii. Birth Certificate/Declaration of Age
viii. Local Government Identification
ix. Recent Passport photograph
“All applications are to be submitted on or before Monday, 10th March, 2025.
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Just in: Ex-President Buhari opens up on his health status
Ex-President Muhammadu Buhari has opened up about his health since leaving office on May 29, 2023.
Buhari confirmed that his health is better now since he left office in 2023.
While in office as President, Buhari was plagued by illness which led to him being flown abroad for medical attention.
He handed over to Bola Tinubu after serving his two terms as President.
Speaking at an All Progressives Congress, APC, stakeholders’ meeting at the Katsina State Government House, Buhari suggested that the complexities of being the President of Nigeria affected his health.
“Those outside the corridors of power do not understand the complexities and difficulties facing Nigeria.
“My health has improved since leaving office. People who visited me told me I look better than before.”
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Igbo-Eze North/Udenu Fed Constituency Communities rejoice as Rep Agbo attracts 21 class rooms, ICT Halls+Photos
Community and educational leaders in Amalla, Udenu local government area and other communities in Igbo-Eze North council area have made accolades on their House of Representatives member, Rt. Hon Dennis Nnamdi AGBO, for attracting and completing the construction and reconstructions of various classroom blocks in their secondary schools.
Commissioning the facilities by the Governor of Enugu state who was represented by the state Commission for Education, Prof. Ndubueze Mbah, different community leaders and school Principals paid tributes to both Governor Peter Mbah and Rep Agbo for their giant strides in the provision of educational infrastructure such as the state government’s ongoing constriction of 260 Smart Schools across the state, and Rep Agbo’s continued provision of educational facilities in Igbo-Eze North/ Udenu Federal constituency.
The facilities included a seven-classroom block with two offices at Umuegali Amalla in Udenu LGA, six-classroom block at Community Secondary School Imufu; four-classroom block at Comprehensive Secondary School Ekposhi, an Examination Hall and ICT building at Community High School Uda.
Expressing appreciations to Rep Agbo for attracting the projects, community leaders such as Prince Emeka Eze of Amalla in Udenu LGA; Chief Abel Idoko of Ekposhi Enugu-Ezike, HRH Igwe Remigus Attah of Imufu and Ichie Peter Ugwuja of Udah in Igbo-Eze North LGA, described Agbo as a good representative with integrity and track record of excellence.
They also made accolades on Governor Peter Mbah who Chief Idoko said his governance has been characterized by “business unusual and disruptive innovations in all sectors.” Ichie Ugwuja recalled that Rep Dennis AGBO had earlier remodeled college buildings, the old dormitory and laboratory blocks in Udah Community High School, in addition to other community development projects.
Rep Agbo in his different speeches gave commendation to Governor Peter Mbah, stating that the governor is a worthy partner whose hard work propels him to seek budgetary provisions for his constituency and the state – “the Governor is working, so we work”.
Agbo said, “We’re taking after the Governor. Education is the enabling factor for the future because if you educate a child, you empower him. All we are doing is to contribute our own quota to elevate that initiative, bringing resources from the center, from the federal government, which is where we operate, to support what the Governor is doing.
“Education is the key in human capital development. Imagine a remodeled secondary School in Udah, and a Smart School next door, the confidence it will engineer in children in the next five years is unimaginable. I thank my constituents who are wonderful people. They support me and I’m working hard for them.”
The Governor’s representative and the state Commissioner for Education, Prof Ndubueze Mbah said that there is a democratic synergy between the state government’s effective governance and effective representation by the House of Representative member.
“The people who are enjoying these democratic endeavors are the people that Honourable represents and the citizens of Enugu state in general, who are led by our Governor. It has been a richly rewarding experience and I’ll provide the governor a full brief on my excursion here,” Prof Mbah said.
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