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Olashore International School Hosts Digital Hub Training For 107 Ijesa Youths

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Olashore International School (OIS), a private co-educational boarding secondary school in Iloko-Ijesa, in collaboration with the Ijesa Global Alliance for Development (IGAD), hosted the induction of 107 trainees in the first inaugural cohort of the Ijesa Digital Hub Training program.

The official induction ceremony held at the premises of OlS marked the official commencement of the Ijesa Digital Hub Training Cohort 1 and an exciting milestone in the school’s efforts to empower students and youths with digital and technological skills.

The Ijesa Digital Hub, a key initiative of IGAD will have the participants trained on Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, and UI/UX Design. The Ijesa Digital Hub is situated within the premises of Olashore International School and is designed to nurture participants’ passion for technology and innovation, offering youths and students hands-on experience in emerging fields of digital technology.

Speaking at the induction ceremony, the Board Chairman of Olashore International School and Chairman of IGAD, Prince Abimbola Olashore noted that the school’s dedication to providing a well-rounded education that prepares students for the challenges and opportunities of the digital age. At OIS, we believe in empowering our students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world. The Ijesa Digital Hub is a testament to our commitment to innovation and excellence in education.

His words “OIS has been at the forefront of innovative education, consistently adapting to the ever-evolving technological landscape. The Ijesa Digital Hub, a testament to the school’s commitment to preparing students for the digital age, serves as a hub for cutting-edge technological training”.

Notably, OIS has also gained recognition for its commitment to fostering innovation and technological prowess among its students. The school recently commissioned its Innovation Hub and this has been a hub for creativity, encouraging students to explore and experiment with cutting-edge technologies. Students at OIS have consistently demonstrated their aptitude for innovation, recently achieving a significant milestone by winning the 2023 African Drone Soccer Competition.

Expressing his gratitude to all stakeholders and guests at the induction ceremony, Prince Olashore noted that, “At OIS and IGAD we are committed to training youths, particularly Ijesa youths in digital skills and appreciate everyone that has contributed to making this goal a reality.”

About Olashore International School

Olashore International School (OIS) is a leading co-educational institution located in Iloko-Ijesa, Osun State. With a rich history of academic excellence and a commitment to innovation, OIS provides students with a well-rounded education that prepares them for the challenges of the future. The school’s state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated faculty create an environment where students can thrive academically and personally.

About Ijesa Global Alliance for Development (IGAD)

IGAD is a collation of Ijesa sons and daughters in Nigeria and the diaspora, working towards the development and empowerment of Ijesaland through various initiatives, including the Ijesa Digital Hub.

 

 

 

 

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NNPCL Executes Gas Sale Agreement With Dangote Refinery

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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Gas Marketing Limited (NGML), a subsidiary of NNPCL, has signed a Gas Sale and Purchase Agreement with Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals, Lagos.

The agreement was signed on Tuesday at the Corporate Head Office of Dangote in Falomo, Lagos, by Justin Ezeala, the Managing Director of NGML, and Aliko Dangote, the President/Chief Executive Officer of the Dangote Group. It outlines the supply of natural gas for power generation and feedstock at the refinery.

“This major milestone is in line with President Bola Tinubu’s policy of utilising Nigeria’s abundant gas resources towards revamping the nation’s industrial growth and kickstarting its economic prosperity.”

“This development, which sees a huge investment of this nature penned with zero capital expenditure outlay, has been described by many as unprecedented in the history of NGML or any gas Local Distribution Company in the country,” stated Olufemi Soneye, NNPCL spokesperson, on Wednesday.

According to Soneye, under the terms of the agreement, NGML will supply 100 million standard cubic feet of gas per day—50MMSCF/D as firm supply and the remaining 50MMSCF/D as interruptible natural gas supply to the refinery. This agreement will last for an initial period of 10 years, with options for renewal and expansion.

“This collaboration is a significant step toward ensuring the operational success of the Dangote Refinery and enhancing Nigeria’s domestic gas utilisation.”

“NNPC Ltd, through NGML, its gas marketing subsidiary, continues to lead efforts in promoting the use of domestic gas to support industries and businesses nationwide.”

“The agreement represents a milestone for both NNPC Ltd and Dangote refinery, aligning with their shared commitment to boosting local production and providing vital products for the benefit of all Nigerians.”

“It is also further proof of NGML’s unwavering commitment to business excellence and fulfilling NNPC Ltd’s core mandate of ensuring Nigeria’s energy security through the execution of strategic gas projects across the country,” the statement concluded.

Reports indicate that the Dangote refinery alone is equipped with a 435MW power plant capable of meeting the total power needs of the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company.

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UBA And Mastercard Introduce Debit Card With Benefits And Discounts To Commemorate UBA’s 75th Anniversary

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Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has collaborated with Mastercard to launch a commemorative debit card in celebration of UBA’s 75th anniversary.

This collaboration aims to honor UBA’s long-standing customer relationships and enhance their banking experience with a range of offers and discounts across multiple platforms.

UBA’s Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Oliver Alawuba, who spoke at the unveiling, highlighted that the card comes loaded with certain benefits aimed at rewarding customers, including limited 25% off purchases on Jumia and USD75 cashback on transactions made through AliExpress.

He added that this initiative symbolizes the shared vision between UBA and Mastercard towards empowering Africans by enhancing customer experience through secure and convenient transactions.

“This new card represents the deepening of our relationship and our shared mission to empower millions of Nigerians and Africans, by providing them with access to secure transactions and new opportunities across the continent,” Alawuba said.

The GMD also disclosed the bank’s plans to unveil similar products across all its subsidiaries. “We are proud of this collaboration, and we are confident that Mastercard’s role in Africa will only grow stronger in the coming years,” he added.

Mark Elliott, Division President for Africa, Mastercard, expressed his appreciation for the UBA collaboration, emphasising its significance in supporting Africa’s digital economy. “We are excited to collaborate with UBA to celebrate this milestone and bring more value to customers across Africa. This commemorative card is more than just a product; it reflects our commitment to advancing financial inclusion and supporting Africans in accessing secure, convenient and impactful financial solutions.”

Elliott highlighted the immense opportunities within the African payment ecosystem and shared that Mastercard is eager to explore new opportunities with UBA. “Together with UBA, we are focused on delivering innovation that meet the evolving needs of the region, empowering individuals, and promoting digital growth across the continent,” he stated.

The launch of the commemorative debit card represents a significant step in UBA and Mastercard’s shared journey towards financial empowerment and innovation across Africa.

 

About United Bank for Africa

United Bank for Africa Plc is a leading Pan-African financial institution, offering banking services to more than forty-five million customers, across 1,000 business offices and customer touch points in 20 African countries. With presence in New York, London, Paris and Dubai, UBA is connecting people and businesses across Africa through retail, commercial and corporate banking, innovative cross-border payments and remittances, trade finance and ancillary banking services.

 

About Mastercard

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re building a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

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19 Of 38 Directors Fail Permanent Secretary Examination

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Nineteen Directors have failed the Permanent Secretary written examinations conducted in Abuja on Monday.

They were among the 38 eligible candidates who sat for the three-stage selection process to fill the vacancies for the retiring permanent secretaries from Abia, Bayelsa, Ebonyi, Enugu, Gombe, Kaduna, Kebbi, and Rivers States.

The Head of Information and Public Relations, Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Eno Olotu, said in a statement on Tuesday that the 19 candidates still in the race will on Wednesday proceed to the second stage of the exercise, which will test their competence in the use of “Information Communication and Technology (ICT)” in conducting government business.

The Office of the Head of Service of the Federation usually follows an established tradition of carrying out a rigorous three-stage exercise that ensures that only the very best among the directors on Grade Level 17 are appointed permanent secretaries and equipped with appropriate and relevant skills to improve and sustain effective delivery of services.

The statement further noted that the successful candidates would then proceed to the final stage, where they would be grilled by a carefully constituted panel of top bureaucrats and representatives of the organised private sector, on Friday, November 15.

Olotu extended the goodwill of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Esther Didi Walson-Jack, to all the 38 candidates and appreciated the continued support of the Nigerian public in entrenching “meritocracy” in career progression in the Civil Service.

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