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Excitement As Nigerian Law Graduate Receives Prestigious Award From UK Varsity
In a remarkable achievement, Cherish Daniel Markson, a young Nigerian from Bayelsa State, has brought honor to Nigeria on the international stage. The University of Warwick in the United Kingdom has recognized her exceptional performance in the three-year BA (Hons) degree in Law with Social Sciences, awarding her the first prize.
Cherish, who graduated as the top Law student at the University of Warwick, is the daughter of Daniel Iworiso-Markson, a former Commissioner for Information and Orientation in Bayelsa State. Her father expressed his gratitude to God for the accomplishment, acknowledging that it was not his own doing but a result of divine providence.
The University of Warwick, in a congratulatory letter signed by Dr. Margaret O’Brien, the Director of Undergraduate Studies, School of Law, highlighted Cherish’s outstanding achievement. She scored the highest mark among all students in this demanding course, earning a Second Class; Higher Division Degree with an overall average of 67.3%. As a token of recognition, she was awarded a prize of £250.
Acknowledging Cherish’s commitment and intellect, the University expressed confidence in her ability to achieve great things in her future endeavors. A formal reception in her honor will be held after the graduation ceremony on July 19.
This is not the first time Cherish has been recognized for her academic excellence. Three years ago, while studying at Bridge House College in Lagos, she received the Top in World Award in Law and High Achievement in Sociology from Cambridge International. Her exceptional performance in the Advanced Subsidiary Level Examination further solidified her reputation as a top achiever.
Cherish’s international qualifications, coupled with her remarkable achievements, position her as a highly promising individual with a wide range of opportunities in education and career prospects. Nigeria takes great pride in her accomplishments, and her success serves as an inspiration to young Nigerians pursuing excellence in their chosen fields.
A coalition of civil society organisations in Zamfara Central has publicly called on philanthropist Yazeed Danfulani to contest for the senatorial seat in the National Assembly in the 2027 elections, citing his extensive humanitarian contributions and commitment to community development.
In a statement released on Sunday, the group’s spokesperson, Nuraddeen Garba Gusau, emphasised that the growing support for Danfulani transcends mere political sentiment.
“This is about Yazeed Danfulani’s proven dedication to the welfare of our people, demonstrated consistently without ever holding elected office,” Gusau said.
Danfulani, a prominent figure in Zamfara Central, has earned widespread admiration for his charitable initiatives.
He has funded the education of numerous children, offering opportunities to those who previously faced bleak prospects.
” His generosity also extends to providing financial and material aid to the less fortunate, helping families meet their basic needs.”
He said “Beyond individual support, Danfulani has bolstered small-scale entrepreneurs by distributing cars, tricycles, and financial capital, enabling many to achieve self-reliance.
“His efforts have significantly improved livelihoods across the region. Additionally, as a key supporter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara, Danfulani has played a vital role in strengthening the party’s unity and presence in the state.
The coalition believes Danfulani’s track record as a private citizen is a testament to his potential as a legislator.
“His selfless contributions are merely a glimpse of what he could achieve with the authority to legislate and attract development at the national level,” Gusau added.
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Kaduna: Group calls EFCC, National Assembly, Kaduna state government’s intervention on alleged diversion of public funds
By Amos Tauna, Kaduna
The Executive Director of a non-governmental organization, Eagle Brain Youth Transformative and Development Initiative (EBYTDI), Mr Daniel Ejembi, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the National Assembly and Kaduna state government to intervene on alleged hijacking of a federal constituency project intended for public schools in Dokan Mai Jama’a, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
A statement issued by the Executive Director described the alleged diversion of the public resources to a private entity is a grave injustice to the children of Dokan Mai Jama’a.
According to him, “This diversion of public resources to a private entity is a grave injustice to the children of Dokan Mai Jama’a. We demand swift intervention by the Kaduna State Government, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and the National Assembly to recover misused funds and prioritize education for all.”
The statement stated that investigation reveals that a federal project sponsored by Yakubu Umar Barde, former member representing Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency, was alleged to have been unlawfully diverted to Fatima Academy, a private school owned by Abdulhadi Abubakar.
Ejembi explained, “The project, initially earmarked for constructing a public school, was instead executed at Fatima Academy, which lacks registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).”
He added that the contractor, Amrah Farms Nigeria Limited (RC-1523474), with directors including Abdulyekin Bello Tahir and Bello Halimat Sadiq, executed the project in violation of its original mandate, lamenting that public schools in Dokan Mai Jama’a faced severe deficits, including dilapidated classrooms, lack of sanitation facilities, and inadequate learning resources, exacerbating educational inequalities.
The Executive Director called for immediate probe into the alleged diversion of funds by relevant anti-corruption agencies and also called for urgent construction and renovation of classrooms, toilets, and perimeter fencing in the public schools.
He also appealed for the provision of desks, learning materials, and safe water systems for students and advised for legal action against unregistered institutions like Fatima Academy and accountability for involved parties.
Catholic Pontiff, Pope Francis, has died at the age of 88, the Vatican announced on Easter Monday morning.
Late Pope had been in and out of hospital in the last few weeks. He made a surprise appearance at the Easter Sunday service at Vatican on Sunday.
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