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Shettima Unveils Nasarawa Human Capital , Gender Transformative Policy

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Vice President Kashim Shettima on Saturday launched the Nasarawa State Human Capital Development Strategy Document and the Gender Transformative Policy Framework, calling for increased investment in the skills and knowledge development of Nigerians, particularly the youth.

The documents, developed by the Nasarawa State Human Capital Development Agency, aim to enhance the welfare and livelihoods of the people while promoting gender equity in the state.

The event marked the first official engagement on human capital development for the Vice President, who also chairs the National Human Capital Development Agenda.

Shettima expressed confidence that significant progress in human capital development can be achieved through collective commitment and collaboration.

He emphasized the federal government’s dedication to equipping youth with employable skills and empowering them to compete in global markets.

“These are not mere goals. They are the promises embedded in our Human Capital Development Programme,” Shettima said.

He commended Nasarawa State for leading in the implementation of the national human capital development agenda and noted the success achieved so far.

“Today’s launch of the Nasarawa State Human Capital Development Strategy Document and Gender Transformative Policy Framework is evidence of Nasarawa State’s leadership and vision under His Excellency, Governor Abdullahi Sule,” Shettima said.

“However, no government can function in isolation. The progress we’ve made in this program is a result of shared commitment to collaboration and partnership.”

Governor Abdullahi Sule reiterated the state’s commitment to achieving measurable and sustainable results through the policies launched. He highlighted the priority areas of education, healthcare, infrastructure, and gender inclusion, with targets set for 2030.

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“The Nasarawa State Human Capital Development Strategy Document—Accelerating Growth and Development 2024-2030—is an actionable roadmap guiding interventions in key areas like education, healthcare, and economic empowerment,” Sule stated.

“The Gender Transformative Human Capital Development Framework is equally crucial, as gender equity is essential for sustainable development.”

Habiba Balarabe Suleiman, Director-General of the Nasarawa State Human Capital Development Agency, described the launch as a significant milestone.

She noted that the state has streamlined processes to address gender disparities and promote skills development. Suleiman called on stakeholders to align with the agency’s agenda to accelerate development and help citizens realize their full potential.

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Nigeria, Others Get Hit As U.N. To Cut 20% Staff Capacity

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The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs has listed Nigeria and nine other countries as countries to be affected as it will cut 20% of its staff due to a shortfall of $58 million.

The U.N. aid chief Tom Fletcher revealed this as he briefed staff after OCHA’s largest donor – the United States – cut funding.

“OCHA currently has a workforce of around 2,600 staff in over 60 countries. The funding shortfall means we are looking to regroup to an organization of around 2,100 staff in fewer locations,” Fletcher wrote in a note to staff on Thursday, as reported by Reuters.

OCHA works to mobilise aid, share information, support aid efforts, and advocate for those in need during a crisis. It relies heavily on voluntary contributions.

“The U.S. alone has been the largest humanitarian donor for decades, and the biggest contributor to OCHA’s programme budget,” Fletcher said, noting that its annual contribution of $63 million would have accounted for 20% of OCHA’s extrabudgetary resources in 2025.

Since returning to office in January for a second term, U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration has slashed billions of dollars in foreign assistance in a review that aimed to ensure programs align with his “America First” foreign policy.

Fletcher said OCHA would “focus more of our resources in the countries where we work,” but would work in fewer places.

“OCHA will scale back our presence and operations in Cameroon, Colombia, Eritrea, Iraq, Libya, Nigeria, Pakistan, Gaziantep (in Turkey) and Zimbabwe,” Fletcher said.

“As we all know, these exercises are driven by funding cuts announced by Member States and not by a reduction of needs,” he said. “Humanitarian needs are on the rise and have perhaps never been higher, driven by conflicts, climate crises, disease, and the lack of respect of international humanitarian law.”

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U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres last month announced a new initiative to improve efficiency and cut costs as the world body turns 80 this year amid a cash crisis.

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Explosion Kills Seven, Injures Several Commuters In Borno

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The explosion followed an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by Boko Haram terrorists on the dilapidated and deserted road which passes through the Sambisa forest.

According to several sources, the explosion happened while cars on a scheduled military-escorted convoy were transporting passengers from Damboa to Maiduguri on Saturday leaving several others with varying degrees of injuries.

The Maiduguri-Damboa Road links Maiduguri to several local government areas in Southern Borno and has been a hotspot for Boko Haram terrorists for over a decade.

The road was closed to vehicles and commuters until the administration of Babagana Zulum opened the road for passengers to travel to Damboa, Chibok and other LGAs in southern Borno with the help of a military convoy serving as security cover for the commuters.

The convoy traverses the road two times a week after scanning for IED by the military and this has been going on for over two years now.

The injured persons whose numbers are yet to be specified have been conveyed to a hospital in Maiduguri for prompt medical attention.

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Nigeria’s oil reserves stand at 37.28bn barrels, gas hit 210.54 tcf – NUPRC

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The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) on Friday said that the nation’s crude oil reserves stood at 37.28 billion barrels (bb) as at Jan. 1, 2025.

The commission also said that Nigeria’s gas reserves hit 210.54 trillion Cubic Feet (tcf).

Mr Gbenga Komolafe, Commission Chief Executive, NUPRC, who stated this said that oil and condensate reserves stood at 31.44bb and 5.84bb respectively, amounting to a total of 37.28 bb.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the figure is against the 37.50 bb of proven crude oil reserves and proven natural gas reserves 209.26 tcf recorded in 2024.

Komolafe said the Associated Gas and Non-Associated Gas reserves stood at 101.03 tcf and 109.51 tcf, respectively, resulting in total gas reserves of 210.54 tcf.

According to Komolafe, the commission in keeping with its mandate as enshrined in the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA 2021), is committed to driving the efficiency and effectiveness of the upstream oil and gas sector.

He assured enhancing the growth of oil and gas reserves towards ensuring sustainable increase in production for shared prosperity, as articulated in the Regulatory Action Plan for 2024 and the Near Term.

“Against the foregoing, I am pleased to present to you an overview of the Nation’s oil, condensate, associated gas, and non-associated gas reserves as of January 1, 2025, as follows:

“Crude Oil and Condensate reserves stands at 31.44bb and 5.84bb respectively, amounting to a total of 37.28bb.

“Associated Gas and Non-Associated Gas reserves stands at 101.03 tcf and 109.51 tcf, respectively, resulting in total gas reserves of 210.54 tcf.

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“The Reserves Life Index is 64 Years and 93 Years for Oil and Gas, respectively.

“In view of the above, and in furtherance of Chapter 1, Part III, Section 7 (g), (i), (j), (k), (m), (q), (r), and other powers enabling me in this respect, I, Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, CCE, hereby declare the total oil and condensate reserves of 37.28bb.

“And total gas reserves of 210.54 tcf as the official National Petroleum Reserves Position as of Jan. 1, 2025,’’ he said. (NAN)

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