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UNITAR-CIFAL Nigeria, Universities To Examine Niger Delta’s Oil Legacy At International Webinar

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The enduring environmental, economic and social consequences of decades of oil production in the Niger Delta will come under international scrutiny on Friday as the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) CIFAL Nigeria, in collaboration with the University of Newcastle, Rivers State University (RSU) and the University of Surrey, United Kingdom, hosts a major international webinar.
The webinar, scheduled for September 25, 2026 at 9 a.m. West Africa Time will be hosted by CIFAL Nigeria-Rivers State University, is titled “Living with the Legacy of Oil Mining in Niger Delta.”

The session is the second in a three-part international webinar series examining the politics of energy security, resource wealth and the global transition from fossil fuels, with particular attention to the realities confronting resource-producing communities.

It is expected to explore the lasting impact of oil production on communities, livelihoods and the environment in the Niger Delta, while interrogating how political decisions and resource governance have shaped the future of oil-producing communities.

Ogoniland, one of the most prominent examples of the environmental and socio-economic consequences of oil extraction in the Niger Delta, will provide an important reference point for discussions on the region’s oil legacy.

The organisers said the webinar would provide an opportunity to examine what happens to communities whose economies, livelihoods and social structures have been built around natural resource extraction, particularly as the global energy system begins to move away from fossil fuels.

The September session follows the first webinar, “The Long Goodbye,” hosted by CIFAL Newcastle on August 28, 2026 which examined the economic and social consequences of the decline or closure of mining and other resource-dependent industries, as well as possible pathways for affected communities to adapt.

The series will conclude on October 30 2026 with a session titled “Balancing Responsibility with Opportunity,” to be hosted by CIFAL Surrey, United Kingdom at 8 a.m.

The October discussion will focus on the difficult balance between energy security and climate action, including the roles of regulation, technological innovation and other measures in supporting sustainable energy futures.

The three-part initiative, titled “The Politics of Power: Energy Security, Resource Wealth, Global Energy Transition, The Long Goodbye, Living with the Legacy and Balancing Responsibility with Opportunity,” seeks to examine the economic, environmental, social and political dimensions of resource production and the transition away from fossil fuels.

It also draws comparative lessons from resource-producing communities across continents, particularly the Hunter Valley in Newcastle, Australia, and the Niger Delta in Nigeria and the roles of regulation and technology innovation of energy transition.

According to the organisers, the discussions are intended to deepen understanding of the choices facing governments and communities as the world confronts the competing demands of energy security, resource development, environmental responsibility and the transition to cleaner sources of energy.

The webinars will be moderated by the Director of CIFAL Nigeria, Mrs Ihuoma Njemanze, while participants will receive certificates of participation at the end of the three-part series.

The September 25 webinar is therefore expected to place the Niger Delta’s oil experience at the centre of a wider global conversation on what resource-rich communities inherit after decades of extraction, and how they can navigate an uncertain energy future.

Why UK barred Nigeria, Ghana From Direct Qualified Teacher Status

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The British government has removed Nigeria and Ghana from the list of countries whose teachers can apply directly for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in England, citing concerns over the ability to properly verify applicants’ employment histories and professional references.

The new rule, which took effect on September 9, 2026, also affects teachers trained in India and effectively ends the direct overseas-trained teacher QTS application route for qualified teachers from the three countries.

The United Kingdom’s Department for Education (DfE) said the decision followed a review of the eligibility requirements for its overseas-trained teacher service, with particular emphasis on ensuring that applicants’ professional standing, qualifications and employment records could be independently authenticated.

At the heart of the decision is the quality and verifiability of employment references submitted by applicants from Nigeria and Ghana.
According to the DfE, its data showed that more than 70 per cent of applications from teachers in Nigeria and Ghana contained work-history references sent from public email accounts, including Gmail and Hotmail, rather than official school or institutional email addresses.

The department said the practice created difficulties for assessors attempting to establish whether the information provided by applicants was genuine.

“Our data shows that more than 70% of applications from teachers in Ghana and Nigeria include work history references that use public email addresses, such as Gmail or Hotmail, rather than a school’s official email domain,” the DfE said.

It added that the situation meant assessors had to devote additional time and resources to verifying information contained in applications.

The British government said the stricter verification requirement was necessary to protect the integrity of the QTS system and ensure that teachers awarded the status actually possess the qualifications and experience required to teach in England.

“We must be confident that the information applicants provide is genuine,” the department said, stressing that the verification process was intended to ensure that overseas teachers granted QTS had the skills and experience needed to teach in English schools.

Under the revised eligibility framework, countries whose teachers are to retain access to the direct QTS route must have a national regulator capable of confirming teachers’ professional standing and must also provide authenticated employment references.

The decision is significant for Nigerian teachers seeking to build careers in England, where QTS is an important professional qualification and is required in many schools, although it is not legally mandatory in every category of school.
However, the new restriction does not amount to a blanket ban on Nigerian or Ghanaian teachers working in England.

British government guidance provides alternative pathways for overseas-trained teachers who are unable to use the direct QTS service. These include assessment-only QTS, teacher training in England and International Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS), depending on individual circumstances.

Teachers may also be able to teach in England for up to four years without QTS under specified conditions.
For countries that remain eligible for the direct route, applicants are required to meet a number of conditions, including holding a valid passport, possessing a degree equivalent to a UK bachelor’s degree, being professionally recognised as a teacher in their country of training, completing any mandatory induction requirements and having at least nine months of post-qualification teaching experience.

Applicants must also provide employment references capable of being independently verified, including through official school-domain email addresses.

Among African countries, South Africa remains on the British government’s list of countries whose teachers can access the direct QTS application route, subject to the applicable requirements.

The latest decision therefore appears to have been driven less by a blanket assessment of the teaching qualifications of Nigerian and Ghanaian teachers than by the British government’s concerns over the reliability and independent verification of employment references submitted by applicants from the two countries.

For thousands of internationally trained teachers, the development underscores the growing importance of robust professional regulation, institutional record-keeping and independently verifiable employment documentation in accessing regulated professional opportunities overseas.

NDDC Honours Horsfall, Says OMPADEC Pioneer Laid Foundation For Niger Delta Development

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Chairman of the NDDC Governing Board, Mr Chiedu Ebie (right), and the NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku (left), with the son of the late Chief Albert Horsfall, Donald (middle), during a condolence visit to the family of the pioneer Chairman of the Oil Mineral Producing Areas Development Commission (OMPADEC), at his residence in Lagos.

The Governing Board and Management of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) have paid tribute to the late pioneer Chairman of the Oil Mineral Producing Areas Development Commission (OMPADEC), Chief Albert Horsfall, describing his leadership as foundational to the institutional development of the Niger Delta.

A statement signed and issued by Seledi Thompson-Wakama, Director, Corporate Affairs of the commission said the NDDC Chairman, Mr Chiedu Ebie, and the Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, led a delegation of the Commission on a condolence visit to the Horsfall family at the deceased’s residence in Lagos.

Ebie, who commiserated with the family on behalf of the Board and Management, described Horsfall as a distinguished Nigerian whose contributions extended beyond the Niger Delta to the broader development of the country.

He particularly acknowledged the late OMPADEC chairman’s purposeful leadership and his role in establishing an institutional framework for government intervention in the development of oil-producing communities across the Niger Delta.

According to him, Horsfall’s tenure at OMPADEC represented an important chapter in the evolution of organised intervention in the region, with his contributions leaving an enduring legacy.

Ogbuku also described the deceased as a pioneering figure whose contributions would remain an important part of the history of the Niger Delta.

He said the people of the region would continue to remember Horsfall for the foundation he laid at OMPADEC and his contribution to the emergence and evolution of institutions established to address the development needs of the Niger Delta.

Before his appointment as OMPADEC chairman, Horsfall had built a distinguished career in Nigeria’s intelligence and security services.

He was a pioneer member of the Nigeria Security Organisation (NSO), later served as the pioneer Director of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), and subsequently became the second Director-General of the State Security Service (SSS).

The NDDC delegation expressed condolences to the Horsfall family, praying that God would grant them the strength to bear the loss and grant the deceased eternal rest.

Tinubu Skips UNGA 81 As Shettima Leads Nigeria’s Delegation To New York

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will not attend the high-level segment of the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, with Vice President Kashim Shettima set to lead Nigeria’s delegation.

The development followed the Presidency’s announcement that Tinubu would return to Nigeria after his three-week vacation in Europe.

Spokesman to the Vice President, Stanley Nkwocha, confirmed the President’s decision in a statement issued on Sunday.

According to Nkwocha, Tinubu had directed Shettima to represent him and lead the Nigerian delegation at the UNGA.

The President’s absence was further confirmed by a provisional list of speakers obtained by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), which listed Shettima as Nigeria’s representative at the high-level General Debate.

Tinubu had initially been listed as the 10th speaker during the morning session of the second day of the General Debate, scheduled for Wednesday, September 23.

The 81st session of the UN General Assembly opened on September 8, while the high-level week is scheduled for September 22 to 29 in New York City.

Shettima’s participation means the Vice President will deliver Nigeria’s address at the General Debate and represent the country in high-level engagements on global affairs during the week.

The UNGA high-level week brings together world leaders and senior government officials to deliberate on major international issues, including peace and security, sustainable development, global economic challenges and multilateral cooperation.

Shettima, Onaiyekan, Kperogi, Osigwe, Others For NGE Editors ’ Conference In Enugu

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Vice President Kashim Shettima is expected to declare open the 22nd All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC) of the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) in Enugu on Thursday, September 24, with more than 500 editors and other stakeholders expected to attend.

The two-day conference, the flagship annual gathering of the Guild, will take place at The Dome, International Conference Centre, Opara Square Road, Enugu, from Thursday to Friday, September 25.

The conference, with the theme, “The Ballot, the Media and the Task of Keeping Democracy Alive,” will also examine the growing challenge of artificial intelligence-driven disinformation under the sub-theme, “When Lies Look Real: Detecting and Debunking AI Disinformation Before, During and After Election.”

In a statement signed by the NGE President and General Secretary, Eze Anaba and Onuoha Ukeh, respectively, the Guild said Shettima would address participants on democracy, elections, press freedom and national development.

The Vice President is also expected to speak on the responsibilities of the media and other stakeholders in strengthening democratic governance and public confidence in the electoral process.
Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mbah, is also scheduled to address the conference.

The Guild said the Obi of Onitsha, His Royal Majesty, Igwe Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe, would chair the event, while former Catholic Archbishop of Abuja, John Cardinal Onaiyekan, would deliver the keynote address.

Other speakers include Professor Auwal Yadudu of the Faculty of Law, Bayero University, Kano, who will examine “Public Trust, Electoral Justice and Democratic Stability.”

The immediate past President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, will speak on “Election Petitions in the Digital Age: Independence, Evidence, BVAS and the Courts.”

The conference will also feature discussions on the media’s responsibilities in reporting insecurity and terrorism, with former Managing Director/Editor-in-Chief of The Guardian Newspapers, Martins Oloja, and journalist and columnist, Owei Lakemfa, scheduled to speak on “Reporting Terrorism Without Becoming a Tool for Terrorists.”

Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Paul University, Awka, Professor Chinyere Okunna, will address the issue of “Neutrality, Professionalism and Election Security in Democratic Governance.”

The human and professional pressures associated with journalism will also come under scrutiny, with the Founder and Chief Medical Director of Save A Life Hospital, Port Harcourt, Dr Richard Okoye, speaking on “The Human Side of Journalism: Managing Stress, Deadlines and Personal Wellbeing.”

Professor of Journalism and Emerging Media at Kennesaw State University, Georgia, United States, Farooq A. Kperogi, will lead discussions on artificial intelligence and electoral disinformation, focusing on how journalists can detect and debunk false information before, during and after elections.

The second day of the conference will feature an executive session at 12:30pm, during which editors are expected to engage governors, political party leaders and heads of government agencies and parastatals on issues of national importance.

According to the Guild, the conference will provide an opportunity for media leaders and other stakeholders to examine practical ways of strengthening democratic governance, promoting national development and advancing nation-building through responsible and responsive journalism.

It said the gathering would also enable editors to interrogate challenges confronting democracy, particularly the role of the media in safeguarding credible elections, rebuilding public trust and strengthening democratic values.

The conference is supported by the Enugu State Government, UNESCO, Craneburg, NNPC, Zenith Bank, NCC and other partners.

Obi, Kwankwaso Take Nigeria Agenda To Kaduna, Pledge War On Poverty, Insecurity

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The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, and his running mate, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, have taken their campaign of direct engagement with Nigerians to Kaduna, promising to prioritise national unity, poverty reduction, healthcare, education and security if elected.

Obi and Kwankwaso made the commitments on Saturday at a town hall meeting organised by their party in Kaduna, where they interacted with citizens, listened to their concerns and responded to questions on some of the major challenges confronting the country.

The engagement followed a similar town hall held in Port Harcourt earlier in September as part of the NDC ticket’s continuing effort to interface directly with citizens and discuss its proposed approach to national governance.

Obi, who spoke after visiting the Sheikh Muhammad Sambo Memorial Islamic Institute in Rigachikun, said the interaction provided an opportunity for the candidates and party members to hear directly from Nigerians on issues affecting their lives and communities.

He said the ticket was committed to building a united Nigeria, lifting citizens out of poverty and investing heavily in healthcare and education, while making the fight against insecurity a major priority.

According to him, restoring security would enable displaced Nigerians to return safely to their homes, communities and farms, while creating conditions for economic activities and productive livelihoods to thrive.

The former Anambra State governor also highlighted the need to tackle corruption and inefficiencies associated with the fuel subsidy regime, reduce the burden of fuel costs on Nigerians and build an economy capable of enabling citizens to live decent and dignified lives.

Obi further called on political opponents and other aspirants to engage citizens directly, arguing that people-centred governance required leaders and those seeking public office to leave their comfort zones and listen to the people.

He thanked the NDC leadership and organisers of the Kaduna town hall, while commending residents of the state for participating in the engagement.

Kwankwaso, who also addressed the gathering, urged Nigerians to remain actively involved in the electoral process, while stressing the importance of security, education and economic opportunity in addressing the country’s challenges.

The Kaduna engagement is part of the NDC presidential ticket’s broader grassroots outreach ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the candidates using the town-hall format to present their positions and receive questions and contributions from citizens.

Obi concluded by reiterating his campaign message: “A New Nigeria is Possible, and Nigeria will be OK.”

Opobo Agog As Coronation Festivities Begin, Kingdom Welcomes Visitors For Jaja’s Crowning

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Opobo Kingdom in Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Area of Rivers State has erupted in a festive mood as the historic community begins an 11-day programme of cultural and traditional activities leading to the coronation of King Charles Douglas MacPepple Jaja as Amanyanabo of Opobo.

Indigenes of the kingdom and visitors from across the country have continued to arrive in large numbers, creating a carnival-like atmosphere in Opobo Town, while businesses are recording increased patronage as the coronation draws closer.

The Atlantic Bell gathered that accommodation facilities in the kingdom are already under considerable pressure as guests continue to troop into the community for the historic event.

To complement available commercial accommodation, some indigenes of the kingdom are reportedly offering free accommodation to prominent guests and other visitors expected to attend the coronation.

The 11-day festivities commenced on Friday with a series of cultural and traditional rites, including the Asimini announcement, cannon firing and the telling of the ancient bell, setting the tone for a celebration deeply rooted in the history and traditions of the Opobo people.

The celebrations continued into Saturday night with an all-night performance by the Gburu Gburu, the collective group of the Nwaoatam masquerade. The spectacular display, which featured traditional music, dance and masquerade performances, reportedly held guests spellbound until the early hours of Sunday.

Saturday also witnessed the hoisting of the flags of the various Polo of the kingdom, further showcasing the rich cultural identity and traditional structure of Opobo.

With several days of activities still ahead, expectations are high that thousands of visitors will converge on the kingdom to witness the coronation ceremony, which is expected to feature an elaborate display of Opobo’s rich cultural heritage and traditional pageantry.

The celebrations will culminate on Saturday with the coronation of King Charles Douglas MacPepple Jaja, alongside a traditional boat regatta and a grand display of loyalty and solidarity by the people of Opobo Kingdom.

The coronation is expected to bring together traditional rulers, political leaders, dignitaries, cultural groups, indigenes and visitors in what promises to be one of the kingdom’s most significant cultural gatherings in recent years.

Seven Days To Coronation: Bristol-Alagbariya Seeks God’s Guidance For Opobo Monarch

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As the countdown to the coronation of His Majesty, King Charles Douglas MacPepple Jaja, Jeki VI, Amanyanabo of Opobo Kingdom, enters its final seven days, Professor of Law and Dean of Law, University of Port Harcourt, Aseme-Alabo Edward Tamunosiminikarama Bristol-Alagbariya, has congratulated the monarch and prayed for the success of the historic ceremony.

Bristol-Alagbariya, who is Okoloamakoromabo XX and Kuruama Amadabo of Bonny Kingdom extended his goodwill to the Amanyanabo-in-Council, Alapu-in-Council, the various Houses and the entire people of Opobo Kingdom.

In a message marking the seven-day countdown to the coronation, and made available to The Atlantic Bell, he said the ceremony should be committed to the care and direction of God Almighty.

He congratulated the monarch on the historic occasion, while wishing him well as he prepares to formally ascend the throne in a ceremony expected to draw dignitaries, traditional rulers, government officials, community leaders and guests from across Nigeria and beyond.

Bristol-Alagbariya.

“Your Majesty, greetings to you. As we countdown seven days towards your coronation ceremony, we congratulate you,” Bristol-Alagbariya said.

He also extended his goodwill to the traditional institution and the people of the kingdom, saying: “We wish you well. We also wish the entire Amanyanabo-in-Council, Alapu-in-Council and all the Houses and people of Opobo Kingdom well.”

The legal scholar further placed the forthcoming ceremony under divine guidance, declaring: “We lift up your coronation ceremony to the care and direction of Almighty God.”

He invoked the indigenous expression, “Wamini Imiebam pa Tamunobem,” as he offered prayers for the success of the coronation and returned the glory, honour and adoration to God.
“In advance, we return all the glory, honour and adoration to God Almighty regarding the success of this coronationceremony,” he stated.

Bristol-Alagbariya also prayed for a long and peaceful reign for the monarch, with the wellbeing of Opobo Kingdom and its people as a central focus.
“Long may Your Majesty reign towards the wellbeing of Opobo Kingdom and beyond,” he prayed.

The coronation of King Charles Douglas MacPepple Jaja, Jeki VI, is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Opobo Town, marking a major moment in the continuing history and traditional institution of the ancient Opobo Kingdom.

SERAP To UN: Probe 37 Deaths In NSCDC Custody, Minna Protest Shootings

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The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on the United Nations to urgently demand answers from the Nigerian authorities over the reported deaths of 37 persons in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State and the alleged use of lethal force against protesters in Minna.

SERAP made the demand in an urgent appeal dated September 18, 2026, and signed by its Deputy Director, Kolawole Oluwadare, to four UN Special Rapporteurs covering extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions; freedom of peaceful assembly and association; freedom of opinion and expression; and the situation of human rights defenders.

According to SERAP, the 37 persons were arrested on September 15 and 16 during NSCDC operations targeting suspected illegal and artisanal mining activities in the M.I. Wushishi and Lukoto areas of Niger State and were subsequently detained in Minna. Their deaths were reportedly announced on September 17, triggering protests in the state capital the following day.

The organisation said reports that security forces used tear gas and firearms to disperse the protesters, resulting in deaths and serious injuries, required urgent and independent investigation. It stressed, however, that the precise circumstances surrounding both the deaths in custody and the alleged shootings had yet to be independently established.

SERAP told the UN that the authorities must establish the identities of the 37 deceased persons, determine the circumstances and causes of their deaths, establish the conditions under which they were detained and ascertain the medical care provided to them, as well as the responsibility of individual officers and commanders where wrongdoing is established.

“Thirty-seven people went into NSCDC custody. They came out dead. Nigerians deserve to know what happened,” SERAP said.

The organisation called for an investigation that is independent, impartial, prompt, thorough, effective and transparent, insisting that any investigative body must be independent of security agencies implicated in the alleged violations.

SERAP also urged the UN Special Rapporteurs to seek detailed information from the Nigerian Government on the legal basis for the arrests and detention, the circumstances surrounding the deaths and the number and status of protesters reportedly killed or injured in Minna.

It further called for the immediate preservation of physical, documentary, digital, medical and forensic evidence relating to the incidents, with families of victims given timely access to relevant information from the investigations.

On the Minna protests, SERAP said the reported deployment of tear gas and firearms by security forces raised serious concerns about compliance with international standards governing the use of force against demonstrators.

“The answer to deaths in custody cannot be more deaths on the streets,” the organisation said, while recalling a 2022 communication by UN Special Procedures mandate holders to the Nigerian Government during the #EndSARS protests, in which they expressed concern over reports of lethal force against unarmed protesters.

SERAP urged the authorities to ensure accountability for security personnel reasonably suspected of unlawful killings, excessive use of force or other violations, subject to due process, and provide effective remedies, including compensation and other appropriate forms of reparation, where violations are established.

The organisation also asked the UN to press the Nigerian Government to protect protesters, journalists, human rights defenders, lawyers, witnesses and relatives of victims from intimidation, harassment, arbitrary arrest and reprisals.

It further called for measures to prevent a recurrence, including improved training, clearer operational rules, command accountability and independent oversight of the NSCDC and other law enforcement agencies.

SERAP said the UN Special Procedures should consider further action within their mandates, including additional communication with the Nigerian Government and coordination with other relevant UN human rights mechanisms.

NDDC Takes Voter Education To Campuses, Challenges Niger Delta Youths To Shape Nigeria’s Future

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The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has intensified its campaign for youth participation in Nigeria’s democratic process, urging university students and other eligible young Nigerians to register, collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and play a more active role in shaping the country’s future.

The Managing Director of NDDC, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, gave the charge at a voter education and civic sensitisation programme, tagged “Project New Nigeria and Voter Education,” held at the Abia State University, Uturu.

Ogbuku, represented by the Director, Social Services, Engr. Jeremiah Oritsejolomi, said the initiative was designed to deepen civic awareness and encourage responsible participation in the democratic process, particularly among young people in the Niger Delta.

He said the campaign had already been taken to several universities in the region, including Rivers State University, stressing that university communities remained strategic to the initiative because of their large population of young Nigerians.

According to him, despite their numerical strength, many young people remain disengaged from elections and other aspects of civic participation, a situation he said informed the decision by the commission to take voter education directly to campuses.

Ogbuku urged eligible students to register to vote, obtain their PVCs and make informed choices at elections, while assuring that deserving students would also receive educational support materials under the programme.

The initiative’s Convener, Foundation for Citizens Empowerment and Sensitisation on Civic Responsibility, Mr Samuel Nzidee, said Project New Nigeria was conceived by young Nigerians to engage students and amplify their voices on issues affecting university communities.

Nzidee argued that students possessed significant civic influence through their participation in elections, urging them to deploy their collective voice to demand greater attention to challenges such as accommodation, quality of education, respectful student-lecturer relations and affordability of education.

He said young Nigerians should move beyond being passive observers of governance and become more actively involved in decision-making, adding that their participation was necessary to ensure that issues affecting them received adequate attention.

As part of the intervention, Nzidee disclosed that tuition fees would be provided for 200 returning students, while other beneficiaries would receive laptops, tablets and other educational support materials.
He urged the students to remain informed, register to vote, collect their PVCs and participate responsibly in the forthcoming elections.

The Vice-Chancellor of Abia State University, Prof. Ndukwe Okeudo, represented by the Dean of Students’ Affairs, Prof. Dick Uduma, commended the NDDC for bringing the sensitisation programme to the university.

Okeudo said voter education was essential to helping Nigerians understand their civic responsibilities and participate meaningfully in the democratic process.

He also urged the beneficiaries of the educational support programme to conduct themselves responsibly and uphold the reputation of the institution.

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