Friday 9 November 2012

‘NYSC food budget not inadequate’

 The state office of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Akwa Ibom has urged the state government to support the scheme in feeding of the 2012 Batch ‘C’ corps members.
The state Coordinator, Mr Akinkunmi Martins, made the call in an interview after the swearing ceremony of the 2012 Batch ‘C’ corps members at Nsit Atai.
      
The coordinator said the cost of foodstuffs had increased substantially due to the flood that submerged farmlands in parts of the country.
“I won’t tell how much the NYSC budgeted, but it is grossly inadequate.
“Most of the states are assisting in feeding corps members in camps. And you know that from morning to night, no rest and they need to feed well.”
He commended the state government for renovating and building of new hostels at the camp.
“The state government is trying; but there are areas where they still need to come in. So far, there has been significant improvement.”
Martins said that due to the increasing number of corps members posted to the state every service year, additional facilities such as hostels, multipurpose hall for social activities and camp lectures as well as an administrative block were required.
Earlier, Gov Godswill Akpabio, represented by his Deputy, Mrs. Valarie Ebe, urged the corps members to be of good conduct and adjust to the life in camp.

             
Akpabio, promised that his administration would continue to address the problems confronting the scheme in the state.
2,597 corps members comprising of 1,527 males and 1,070 females were sworn in for the one year national service.

Meanwhile, the Zamfara Government  has said that it would partner with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to ensure the rapid development of the state.
Gov Abdul’aziz Yari said this at the NYSC Orientation Camp, Tsafe, during the swearing-in ceremony for Batch ‘C’ 2012 corps members.
Yari,  represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Hassan Atto, said the NYSC Scheme remained a veritable binding force and most indispensable tool for national integration.
He said the corps members had become positive agents of attitudinal change and development facilitators since the inception of the scheme.
Gov Abdul’aziz Yari of Zamfara state
          
He said the orientation course was designed to expose corps members to the realities of the world outside the classrooms and prepare them to face the challenges of the contemporary world.
He, therefore, urged the corps members to use the opportunity to serve their country well.
“We will continue with our collaborative intervention in addressing the lingering problems of welfare and hostel accommodation for the corps members.”
The governor said the state government had taken measures to address the irregularities associated with the payment of state allowance to corps members to ensure prompt and regular payment.
Also speaking, state NYSC Coordinator, Mrs Ruth Bakka, urged the corps members to respect the values and regulations guiding the operations of the scheme. (NAN)

Muslim leader suggests veil for female students

          

Osogbo – Sheik Salaudeen Olayiwola, the President of Osun Muslim Community, has urged the state government to approve the use of hijab (veil) for Muslim female student in secondary schools.
Olayiwola, who made the call at a news conference on the Hijrah celebration slated for Nov. 15, said there was no secrecy attached to the use of veil in Islam.
Hijrah is the migration of the Holy Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina when his life was threatened by idol worshippers.
The cleric said the period marked a turning point in the process of Islamic movement when Muhammad preached against idolatry and corruption

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“We want our female children to use hijab in their schools. In Mecca, every woman uses it and the governor should allow female Muslim students to wear it as well.
“We appreciate the efforts of the governor in providing school uniforms for the students but he should include hijab in the dress code for female Muslim students,” he added.
On the social relevance of hijrah, the cleric explained that the celebration symbolised the decision to leave what had been considered bad to embrace a good thing in life.(NAN)

Oshiomhole dissolves cabinet ahead of Monday swearing-in

Benin – Gov. Adams Oshiomhole of Edo on Friday dissolved the state executive council ahead of his swearing-in for a second  term on Monday.
The governor, who announced the dissolution at a valedictory executive council session in Benin, expressed appreciation to the outgoing commissioners “for their selfless service to the state.
“I want to use this opportunity to say how much I appreciate your efforts.
: “Four years down the road, working together, arguing, debating, even sometimes disagreeing, we have provided a collective leadership to the people of Edo State.
“ We have served them diligently with all our hearts,’’
Edo State
                      
Oshiomhole said, “you are the least paid commissioners in the country but that did not dampen your morale to put in your best efforts.
“I want to thank you very much for what God has used you to do for me and your state. Thank you for the sacrifices you have made.
“I thought it wise that having worked so hard, it is right to appreciate you.
“On Sunday, I recognise it will be full time for the first tenure of this administration and when it is full time, no matter how interesting the game is, the referee must blow the whistle and end the game.
“The life of this council comes to an end on Sunday, not today, because that is when the end of the first tenure of this administration will come to an end. So, you are still commissioners even after this statement till 11.59p.m Sunday,’’ he said
Responding on behalf of his colleagues, the outgoing Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Osagie Obayuwana, thanked the governor for giving them the opportunity and the free hand to serve.
He said “the experience of working with the governor had been a school of leadership for us, which was defined by the highest level of congeniality.
Governor Adams Oshiomole of Edo state
                  
“I doubt if there is any other exco in any other state in the country comparable to the one we had here,” he said.
Obayuwana  said  the last sitting  “is a day of celebration because an example has been set that when there is a will, there will always be a way, and this will endure for all time.’’
Oshiomhole will be sworn-in for a second term on Monday.

Thursday 8 November 2012

Paul Okoye, stepping into league of Baby Dadies

Some days ago, this gist went viral on social media like some wild speculation, today, however, we can confirm it’s true, Paul Okoye, the more laid-back of the P Square twins and long time girlfriend Anita are going to be parents soon.
His brother, Peter, who is soon to be a ‘lieutenant general’ in the ‘daddy’ business with Omotola his lover, expecting his second child, took to twitter to congratulate Paul.
He tweeted ‘Congratulations to Anita and @rudeboypsquare am sure its gona be a boy like me..#bigsmile‘.

Soon to be dad, Paul Okoye
                                                 
We don’t know how far gone Anita is, but those who have seen her say a bump is underway.
Any ideas who's next in line amongst the Okoye brothers ? I think we have a clue.
Halla back...