Nevkaa Charges Graduands To Be Good Ambassadors Of Alma Mater

By Animondo Emmanuel Doosha 

The Principal Special Assistant to Benue State Governor on Youth and Student Affairs, Hon Comr Nevkaa Jacob Ter has charged graduands and students to practice the moral and academic lessons they acquired during studies in the institution.

Hon. Nevkaa gave this charge yesterday during the 37th graduation, Speech and Prize-giving Day ceremony of St. John's Secondary School Gboko at the school premises.

The PSA tasked graduands to remember the moral and academic lessons they learnt and use it to be good ambassadors of the institution adding that the society is looking up to them.

Comrade Nevkaa while donating a  cash prize to Terver Jerome, the Best in Mathematics from the graduating class, urged the  students to take advantage of the education friendly environment created by the governor of Benue State, Rev Fr. Dr Hyacinth Iormem Alia and further their education.  He finally enjoined the students not to disappoint their parents, generation and society.

Hon. Nevkaa was represented by the National President of St. John's Old Students Association, Terver Adom, Senior Special Assistant to Benue State Governor on Special Duties, Office of the Speaker of Benue State House of Assembly.

Highlights of the occasion were honouring of old students, graduation of students, induction of the class of 2024 into the old students association, launching, speeches, prize-giving by both the school and old students among others.

Hon Animondo Emmanuel Doosha is the Media & Publicity Aide to PSA on Youth/Students Affairs.

Nevkaa Attends Inaugural National Students Management Council Meeting

By Animondo Emmanuel Doosha

The Principal Special Assistant to the Benue state Governor on Youth and Students Affairs, Hon Comr Nevkaa Jacob Ter, was among other states Senior Special Assistants, Special Assistants, Executive Assistants & Director Generals of Students Affairs to states government.

On Wednesday, July 24th, 2024, they attended the first inaugural National Students Management Council (NSMC) meeting with the Senior Special Assistant to the President, Hon Comr. Asefon Sunday, presiding over the meeting as head of the council.

The NSMC which comprises representative of the 36 states of the federation as members was inaugurated by SSA to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, at Former SGF Hall, Federal Secretariat Complex, Phase 1, Abuja.

Inaugurating the Council President Tinubu, through his SSA on Students engagement charged all to support his administration’s move to transform educational system in Nigeria.

Be it known the program is aimed at strengthening the relationship between students and government programs leading to wealth creation in other to better students life after school.

The National students management council is to help the students in allying themselves with programs and policies designed by the president to help the students in capacity building and cushioning the effect of subsidy removal.

Hon Animondo Emmanuel Doosha is the Media & Publicity Aide to PSA on Youth and Students Affairs.

Nevkaa Gets Commendation For Supporting Girls Child Education

By Animondo Emmanuel Doosha 

The Principal Special Assistant to Benue state Governor on Youth and Students Affairs, Hon Comr Nevkaa Jacob Ter, has been commended for supporting Girls Child Education in the state.

Miss Vandeikya II, Queen Lakpa Nguemo Stephanie, gave this commendation on Tuesday, July 23rd, 2024 during a courtesy visit to Benue youth and Students Boss in his office to congratulate him on PSA appointment.

She commended him for support and contributions to girls child in the areas of education, health, welfare among others in the last few years.

Miss Vandeikya while appreciating the governor Rev Fr. Dr Hyacinth Iormem Alia for the appointment described Nevkaa as a perfect gentleman with developmental ideas, emphasized the need to support girls child education to enable them meet their potentials.

In his remarks the PSA appreciated the visit stressing the commendation will spur him to do more even as he tasked all to support the Benue state Governor to enable him succeed.

Hon Animondo Emmanuel Doosha is the Media & Publicity Aide to PSA on Youth/Students Affairs.

PAP:Ex-militants slam's UYC leader over Unnecessary attacks on Sen. Ede

By Williams Ode

Ex-MIlITANTS , Under the Third- phase Amnesty program, has expressed his dissatisfaction over an unnecessary attacks by the leader of Urhobo Youth Council in Abuja on Senator Ede Edafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District at the National Assembly  

In a passionate statement by the national secretary , Onoriode Diyo who spoke to reporters, weekend in Ughelli south LGA,while reacting to the media attack on Senator Ede Edafinone by one self accliamed leader of Urhobo Youth Council, Mr Peter Aghogho to criticized the senator Ede Edafinone  performance, describe it, as premature and barbaric attacked 

Diyo said, " Peter aghogho who called himself as  Ex-militants and leader of Urhobo Youth Council  should stops unnecessary attacks on Senator Ede Edafinone who is the best material for the jobs of lawmaking process, and we have the confidence in him to do well in no distance times," Noting, "he didn't has the iota to interrogate the seating senator  representing Delta Central , if he have any good plans with the administrator of the Presidential Amnesty program, special adviser to President Tinubu on Niger Delta affairs and coordinator presidential Amnesty program (PAP),Dr Dennis Otuaro for the way forward, because Delta Central is in Niger Delta," 

the warlord," make it  clear that, no Kingdom in urhobo will give a miscreants  like Aghogho a chieftaincy title to bring people down by criticism a progressive Senator unjust " Pointing out, "Peter aghogho is a homeless man and faceless man which some political enemies hired to  write nonsense against Senator Ede  Edafinone who best senator delta Central had be elected with his credibility of good  conduct"

He said, "Dr Dennis Otuaro is good listener who carried all the ethnic group along and any person or group of person can access despite the ethnicity"

He,call on the Lawmaker to ignores the so - called UYC leader who is parading himself as  faceless Ex-militants to desist from dealing  with Peter aghogho as a chief in urhobo Kingdom in the Amnesty program "

He however urged,"Presidential Amnesty and special advisers on Amnesty program matter,Dr.Dennis  Otuaro to disregard peter Aghogho request to distract the senator agenda,asserting that it solely UYC leader to do it personal interests to enriched himself not Urhobo interest."

Expressing his disappointment over actions of the so called Aghogho to fault senator Ede Edafinone moved to empower his peoples,and warns him against the senator representing Delta Central to avoid further issues 

He stated.

Rivers: Group blasts pro-Wike lawmakers for calling for arrest of CTC chairmen, members

... accuses them of trying to destabilise the state

By Dansu 

A pro-democracy group, the People’s Congress, has slammed the factional Rivers State House of Assembly, loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for calling on the Nigeria Police Force to arrest the chairmen and members of the 23 LG Caretaker Committees in the state.

In a statement issued today, Dr. Nicholas Udenta, President of the group, said the Martin Amaewhule and his co-travellers are simply calling for anarchy in the state and their call should be disregarded by the law enforcement agencies. 

"It's obvious that Martin Amaewhule and his co-travellers are still brooding the lost of their membership of the the Rivers State Assembly following their defection from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress. They have themselves to blame; they were aware of the position of the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on defection of lawmakers before choosing to commit political suicides," the statement said. 

"Their continous vendetta and plots against the government and people of Rivers State are getting out of hand and they need to stop playing politics with the development of the state.

"The latest show of shame by these imposters, pretending to be lawmakers was their unlawful call for the Police to arrest the duly-constituted Caretaker Committee Chairmen and members in Rivers State. The world knows that after the expiration of the tenure of the LGA Chairmen, the Governor Siminalayi Fubara's administration constituted Caretaker Committees to man the affairs of the local governments pending the next election as any responsible government would have done.

"But in their usual nature of witch-hunting any progress made by the Fubara's administration, the disgruntled former lawmakers are now shamelessly calling on the Nigeria Police to arrest the members of the duly-constituted Caretaker Committees. 

"Their call is tantamount to calling for anarchy. We urge the good officers and men of the Nigeria Police and other law enforcement agencies to disregard the call of the saboteurs pretending to be lawmakers. They are out to destabilise Rivers State and should be completely ignored or better still, arrest for attempting to incite anarchy in the state."

Youth Network Lauds Tinubu, Ben Kalu Over South East Development Commission

By Dansu Peter 

The Nigerian Youth Network (NYN) has commended President Bola Tinubu and Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, on the signing of the South East Development Commission (SEDC) bill into law.

In a statement signed by its national president, Comrade Francis Arinze, the group praised President Tinubu for his visionary leadership and commitment to the development of the South-East region.

According to Arinze, the assent to this bill demonstrates his administration's dedication to addressing the region's infrastructure deficits and promoting economic growth.

The group further hailed Ben Kalu, the main sponsor of the bill, for his tireless efforts in championing the cause of the South-East.

Arinze noted that his leadership and advocacy have been instrumental in bringing this legislation to fruition.

"The SEDC bill is a landmark achievement that will have far-reaching benefits for the South-East region," he said. 

"It will facilitate the reconstruction and rehabilitation of critical infrastructure, promote economic development, and enhance the quality of life for the people of the region.

"Moreover, this bill comes as a beacon of hope for a region still reeling from the devastating effects of the civil war 54 years ago.

"The SEDC will play a crucial role in rebuilding and restoring the region, bringing healing and closure to the people.

"Furthermore, the SEDC will not only fast-track development in the southeast but also help in restoring peace to the region.

"By addressing the underlying issues of poverty, unemployment, and infrastructure decay, the commission will help to reduce tensions and conflicts, creating an environment conducive to peace and stability."

The group, therefore, urged all stakeholders, particularly the youths of the South-East, to rally round President Tinubu and support his administration's efforts to develop the region. 

"We believe that the signing of the SEDC bill into law marks the beginning of a new era of development and prosperity for the South-East," Arinze added.

"We are confident that President Tinubu's administration will continue to work tirelessly to address the region's challenges and promote its growth.

"We commend the Deputy Speaker for his leadership and commitment to the development of the South-East. We pledge our support for the President's administration and urge all Nigerians to do the same."

Nevkaa Attends National Scholarship Board Meeting

By Animondo Emmanuel Doosha 

In a strategic efforts to offer scholarship to students of Benue state origin in tertiary institutions to cushion the hardship faced by students and lessen the burden on parents during this critical time of economic hardships.

The Principal Special Assistant to the Benue state Governor on Youth and Students Affairs, Hon Comr Nevkaa Jacob Ter, with a powerful delegation of Benue state government, attended co-ordinating committee meeting of Secretaries of Federal and States Scholarship Board.

The meeting was organised by Scholarship Board of Federal Ministry of Education, hosted by Kano State Scholarships Board at Coronation Hall, Government House Kano.

The event attracted the attention of the Chief Host, His Excellency, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, Executive Governor Kano State.

Be it known the meeting was aimed at eliminating challenges faced during the process leading to disbursement of scholarship to eligible beneficiaries.

Hon Animondo Emmanuel Doosha is the Media & Publicity Aide to PSA on Youth/Students Affairs.

When Hypocrisy Knows No Bounds: Those Criticizing Gov. Alia Without Commending Him Are The Real Enemies Of Benue

By Terfa Naswem

The Executive Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia has done a lot and is still doing more for the progress of the state. What he has so far achieved in his one year and two months in office is what some governors never achieved in their first four years in office.

To my greatest surprise, some Benue people delight pleasure in criticizing Alia without commending even one good thing he has done and I wonder if such people have the interest of Benue at heart.

Since their selfish interests haven't been met, they see nothing good in Alia. When hypocrisy takes over someone's psychology, it knows no bounds.

The reason Benue State has been in the dungeon of underdevelopment for decades is as a result of placing selfish interests above the collective interest of the masses.

From the numerous attacks against Alia, they show that Benue State has a very long way to go if the state must be repositioned for the common good. So many politicians in the state are more concerned about what they will get from the government than what the governed should get.

Most of those who are not personally benefiting from Alia that are against him, if he eventually draws them close to him and give them what they want, they will make u-turn in their criticisms of him irrespective of how he treats the masses. This is the current repugnant condition of Benue and Nigerian politics where hypocrisy knows no bounds.

Governor Lawal Accused of Connection with Banditry

By Dansu Peter 

The Citizens United Against Terrorism (CUAT) has accused Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State of having a strong connection with bandits.

The group also asked the governor to explain the source of a video which attempted to link predecessor and Minister of State Defence, Bello Matawalle, to banditry.

The Citizens United Against Terrorism made this known at a press conference on Tuesday in Abuja. 

In his address, Comr. Obinna Francis said the state has witnessed a surge in attacks by bandits who are allegedly receiving protection, benefits, and favours from the governor.

He noted that alarming reports have surfaced indicating that bandits are now utilizing more advanced weaponry than ever before, exceeding the arsenal previously seized from vanquished bandit groups during the preceding administration. 

The group cited the video released by a notorious bandit leader supposedly implicating the Minister of State Defence as the handiwork of the governor. 

"This alarming revelation has sparked widespread concern and scrutiny, prompting questions about the potential collusion between political figures and criminal entities," he added. 

"A pertinent inquiry arises regarding the circumstances under which the spokesperson of the Governor of Zamfara State was the first to view the video, raising suspicions about their possible connections with the bandits.

"The fact that the incriminating video, featuring the Minister of Defence and former Governor of Zamfara State, surfaced publicly through the spokesperson of the current Governor of Zamfara, warrants a thorough examination."

The Citizens United Against Terrorism also expressed concern over Governor Lawal's inability to stem the tide of banditry, despite his oath of office to serve and protect the people.

"We firmly believe that this situation warrants a heightened scrutiny of the current governor's actions, rather than solely focusing on the past administration's tenure," Francis said.

The group accused Governor Lawal of abandoning his duties and absconding to Enugu State, where he indulged in celebratory festivities, while the security situation in Zamfara continued to deteriorate.

"We regret to say that Governor Dauda Lawal has proven himself unworthy of leading a state like Zamfara, and his despicable actions in the face of these recent events demand a thorough and rigorous investigation into his alleged connections with the bandits responsible for the chaos," Francis said.

The group, therefore, demanded that Governor Lawal provide a comprehensive explanation to the people of Zamfara regarding the nature of his relationship with the bandits and seek clarity on the concrete measures he is taking to address the escalating crisis.