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Nana Berry Orphanage Demands Drugs Reduction Amongst Youths

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In a significant stride towards combating drug abuse among the youth, Nana Berry Orphanage in Ado, Nasarawa State, celebrated the one-month anniversary of its Tobacco and Substance Abstinence Club with a comprehensive Drug Demand Reduction (DDR) program on July 26, 2024.

The event commenced with the national anthem and national pledge, creating a sense of unity and patriotism.

The children of Nana Berry Orphanage introduced the Eye Opener Youth and Women Foundation and the Tobacco and Substance Abstinence Club, highlighting their crucial mission and activities aimed at preventing drug abuse.

A poignant short drama performed by the children depicted the dangers of drug abuse among school children.

The performance concluded with a powerful message, urging children to stay drug-free and encouraging parents to be vigilant in monitoring their children’s activities.

The primary school students further engaged the audience with various poems focused on drug prevention, showcasing their commitment to a drug-free lifestyle.

Margaret Kwa’ada Julius, the esteemed founder of the Eye Opener Youth and Women Foundation and the Tobacco and Substance Abstinence Club, graced the event. Julius, a recipient of the prestigious WHO Awards in 2021, 2022, and 2024, and the 2024 Global Award on Prevention and Training on SUD from the Ecolink Institute of Well Being, India, presented free Abstinence Club jackets to the school.

She shared that these jackets were produced using her personal resources, with support from her immediate family, and called upon like-minded individuals and organizations to sponsor and support the club.

Representatives from the NDLEA DDR unit at Abuja headquarters, including Officer Olufemi Daniel and Officer Idris Olalekan, also attended the event. Officer Daniel educated the children on the different types of drugs and their harmful effects, emphasizing the benefits of a drug-free life. Officer Olalekan provided valuable advice on resisting peer pressure and making healthy choices.

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On behalf of the NDLEA, the DDR unit presented valuable learning materials to the orphanage, reinforcing their commitment to supporting such vital initiatives. Mrs. Joseph, the head teacher of Nana Berry Orphanage, along with all the children, expressed their heartfelt gratitude to Margaret Kwa’ada Julius for establishing the Tobacco and Substance Abstinence Club at their institution.

The event was a remarkable success, reinforcing the shared mission of preventing drug abuse and promoting a healthy, drug-free lifestyle among young Nigerians. It highlighted the power of community and the importance of continuous support and education in the fight against substance abuse.

For more information about the Eye Opener Youth and Women Foundation and the Tobacco and Substance Abstinence Club, or to learn how you can support these initiatives, please contact Margaret Kwa’ada Julius

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JAMB: 585 Fake A-Levels Uncovered In Q1 Sweep

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April 8, 2025

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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) says it has uncovered at least 585 forged A-Level certificates so far in 2025.

Is-haq Oloyede, the registrar, was at a virtual meeting with JAMB staff on April 2.

The meeting was to discuss operational procedures ahead of the 2025 mock Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and the main UTME.

Oloyede said JAMB discovered 585 forged A-Level certificates, 13 of which originated from the Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB).

He said the professional registration centres (PRCs) that uploaded the results are now under investigation.

Of those 13 cases, Oloyede said four suspects have so far been arrested.

He said the forgeries were among the reasons for the creation of the Nigeria Integrated Post-Secondary Education Data System (NIPED).

NIPED is a platform designed to collect and manage data related to post-secondary education in Nigeria.

Oloyede alleged that some institutions may have internal collaborators aiding the syndicates behind the forgeries.

He said the board is working closely with police and other authorities to apprehend the ringleaders.

In 2023, JAMB also uncovered 1,665 fake A-level results during a DE registration season.

The board said its NIPEDS lagged multiple cases of forgery, with 13 additional A-level certificates recently identified as fake.

JAMB said some institutions had already processed admissions for candidates using these forged documents before they were detected.

It urged its staff to remain committed to their duties and to avoid any actions that could compromise the integrity of the board.

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INEC: Petition for Natasha’s recall yet to meet constitutional requirement

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April 3, 2025

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Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said the petition to recall Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from the Senate has yet to meet constitutional requirement.

The commission stated this in a short notice posted on its X platform.

“The petition for the recall of the Senator representing the Kogi Central Senatorial District has not met the requirement of Section 69(a) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended),” the notice said.

The commission, however, said that details of why the petition had not met the constitutional requirement would be made available shortly.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a group of registered voters from Akpoti-Uduaghan’s senatorial district had, on March 24, submitted a petition to INEC, urging it to commence her recall process from the senate.

The constituents, in the letter signed by the Lead Petitioner, Salihu Habib, and submitted at INEC headquarters, said they no longer had confidence in Akpoti-Uduaghan as their senator and representative in the National Assembly.

Meanwhile, INEC had, on March 25, confirmed the receipt of the petition, accompanied by six bags of documents said to be signatures collected from more than half of the 474,554 registered voters from the senatorial district.

The commission also said that it had notified the suspended senator about the receipt of the petition to recall her from the national assembly. (NAN)

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NBM Donates Educational Materials To Schools In Ogun State

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In a bid to contribute to educational advancement and development, the Neo-Black Movement (NBM) of Africa, Obafemi Owode Sub Zone, under the Ogun Region, has donated educational materials to selected government primary schools in the Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State.

The initiative aligns with the Support-A-School-Child Project, spearheaded by the national leadership of NBM, aimed at bolstering education across Nigeria.

The donation was presented by Ambassador Tehinse Olanrewaju Ayoola on behalf of the Obafemi Owode Sub Zone.

Speaking at the event, Ayoola emphasised that the gesture would be an ongoing effort, particularly considering that Obafemi Owode is the largest local government area in Ogun State.

He urged students to remain focused on their studies while steering clear of cultism, drug abuse, and other social vices.

According to him, guiding young students in the right direction is crucial in preventing them from straying onto the wrong path.

The beneficiaries expressed their gratitude to NBM of Africa, Obafemi Owode Sub Zone, for their support and prayed for the continued growth of the movement.

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