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FG, Adamawa Rep partner on electric motorcycles and youth training

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FG, Adamawa Rep partner on electric motorcycles and youth training

The Director General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), Mr. Oluwemimo Joseph Osanipin, has received Senator Aliyu Wakili Boya, Member representing Fufore/Song Federal Constituency of Adamawa State in the House of Representatives.

During the visit, Hon. Barr. Aliyu Wakili Boya highlighted Adamawa’s rapid infrastructural growth, noting newly constructed roads and expanding economic opportunities across the state. He pointed out the importance of building an efficient and sustainable transportation system to support these developments. The lawmaker disclosed plans to introduce three to five containers of electric motorcycles into Adamawa, while stressing the need for training opportunities that will prepare young people to embrace the evolving electric mobility sector. According to him, “The state government is fully backing this initiative to create jobs and drive clean transportation.”

Responding, the NADDC Director General commended the initiative and assured of the Council’s readiness to collaborate. Mr. Osanipin recalled previous interventions by NADDC in the state, which included heavy-duty training for 50 participants and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicle maintenance training to strengthen Adamawa’s transport system.

He also referenced the Adamawa State Governor’s earlier commitment to sponsor the training of 1,000 artisans in automotive skills. “The Council has put structures in place and looks forward to executing the program before the end of the year, with possible extension into early 2026 if required,” Osanipin said.

On the subject of electric mobility, the DG stressed the need for supportive infrastructure. He explained that while electric vehicles require more complex charging structures, motorcycles are easier to adapt with charging and swapping systems. He stated this approach could accelerate the adoption of electric motorcycles in Adamawa. NADDC, according to him, is ready to partner with the state to design infrastructure in line with Senator Boya’s initiative.

The Council applauded the lawmaker’s visit and reaffirmed its commitment to promoting sustainable mobility and empowering youths through automotive development in Adamawa State.

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Nigeria Police Academy Wudil releases 12RC screening schedule, requirements

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Nigeria Police Academy Wudil releases 12RC screening schedule, requirements

September 23, 2025 – The Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil in Kano State, has officially invited all applicants for the 12th Regular Course to take part in a comprehensive screening exercise starting on 6th October 2025. According to the Academy, the process will cover different stages including Computer-Based Test (CBT) examination, physical features screening, medical screening, and a selection board interview.

In a statement released, the Academy explained, “All applicants for the 12th Regular Course are invited to a comprehensive screening exercise, at the Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil-Kano, commencing on 6th October, 2025.”

The screening will be conducted in batches based on states of origin. The schedule begins with Batch 1 on 6th October for candidates from Abia, Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, and Bauchi (Batch A). Batch 2 will follow on 7th October for Bauchi (Batch B), Bayelsa, Benue, and Borno (Batch A). Batch 3 is set for 8th October and covers Borno (Batch B), Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, and Edo (Batch A). Batch 4 comes up on 9th October for Edo (Batch B), Ekiti, Enugu, FCT-Abuja, Gombe, Imo, and Jigawa (Batch A).

On 10th October, Batch 5 will feature Jigawa (Batch B), Kaduna, and Kano (Batch A), while Batch 6 is fixed for 11th October with Kano (Batch B), Katsina, Kebbi, and Kogi (Batch A). Batch 7 will take place on 12th October for Kogi (Batch B), Kwara, Lagos, Nasarawa, Niger, and Ogun (Batch A). Batch 8 will hold on 13th October for Ogun (Batch B), Ondo, Osun, Oyo, and Plateau (Batch A). On 14th October, Batch 9 will cover Plateau (Batch B), Rivers, Sokoto, Taraba, and Yobe (Batch A). The exercise ends on 15th October with Batch 10 for Yobe (Batch B) and Zamfara.

Candidates are required to bring original and photocopies of their primary school leaving certificate, SSCE results, JAMB result slip, birth certificate or declaration of age, L.G.A indigene certificate, letter of identification, guarantor’s form, medical certification of fitness from a government hospital, NIN slip, four passport photographs, and application acknowledgment slip printed from the Polac admission portal.

The dress code for the screening is white T-shirt, white shorts, white socks, and white canvas shoes. The Academy stressed, “Candidates should note that they will not be attended to before or after the dates indicated against their states of origin.”

Applicants have also been advised to check the Polac admission portal for updates and warned to beware of fake social media accounts impersonating the Nigeria Police Academy.

Adamawa SUBEB, EIDU to improve digital skills in basic schools

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Adamawa SUBEB, EIDU to improve digital skills in basic schools

Adamawa State has entered a new phase in its education sector as the State Universal Basic Education Board (ADSUBEB) and the Ministry for Education and Human Capital Development announced a groundbreaking partnership with EIDU, a global education technology organisation. The initiative is designed to improve teaching and learning across all public basic schools in the state.

At the official sensitisation event held at the ADSUBEB headquarters, the Executive Chairman, Dr. Murtala Umar Babayi, described the collaboration as “a significant milestone in our quest to improve the quality of education in Adamawa State.” He pledged full cooperation with EIDU to strengthen teacher capacity, boost literacy and numeracy, and equip pupils with modern digital skills. Dr. Babayi also expressed gratitude to the Executive Governor of Adamawa State, Rt. Hon. Dr. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, for his consistent support towards improving education.

Speaking on behalf of the Honourable Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Dr. Umar Garba Pela, the Director of Basic Education, said the partnership “aligns perfectly with the Ministry’s vision to harness technology to improve education outcomes and drive human-capital development.”

Mr. Henry Were, representing EIDU, assured that the organisation is committed to the success of the project. He stated, “Every child deserves access to quality education, and we are proud to collaborate with ADSUBEB and the State Government to achieve this goal.”

In his vote of thanks, Dr. Salihi Ibrahim Ateequ, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Basic Education, praised EIDU for their dedication and reaffirmed the government’s readiness for a fruitful partnership.

Kano State releases list of indigenes awarded domestic masters degree scholarships

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Kano State releases list of indigenes awarded domestic masters degree scholarships

Kano State Government through the Ministry for Higher Education has released the list of 240 indigenes offered domestic postgraduate scholarships to study masters degree programmes within Nigeria. The announcement was made under the Kano State Domestic Scholarship scheme aimed at supporting young graduates in advancing their education.

The universities include Maryam Abatcha University Kano, Baze University Abuja, Skyline University Kano, Igbinedion University Okada, Crescent University Abeokuta, Bells University Ota, Al-Hikima University Ilorin, American University of Nigeria Yola and Alqalam University Katsina.

According to the Ministry, the beneficiaries were carefully selected and the full list has been pasted at each university for candidates to confirm their names.

The government noted that the scholarships cover tuition support to ease financial challenges faced by students.

Ex-legislative aide jailed 8 years over N120.5m job scam

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Ex-legislative aide jailed 8 years over N120.5m job scam

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Monday, September 22, 2025, secured the conviction and sentencing of a former legislative aide and banker, Mr. Goni Yilkan, for offences bordering on obtaining by false pretence to the tune of N120.5 million. The judgment was delivered by Justice F. E. Messiri of the Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting in Jabi, Abuja.

Yilkan, who hails from Nguru in Yobe State, was found guilty on a two-count charge of obtaining money by false pretence. The offence is contrary to Section 1(1)(a) of the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Related Offences Act, 2006 and punishable under Section 1(3) of the same Act. He was consequently sentenced to eight years imprisonment without an option of fine.

The convict was arraigned alongside one Mohammed Adamu in October 2023, following investigations by the EFCC into a petition of fraud. According to the petitioner, Mrs. Hindatu Bello, Yilkan deceived her between 2020 and 2021 into believing that he could secure employment slots in key government agencies, including the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), and Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). On this basis, Bello collected money from over 60 jobseekers amounting to N120,580,550, which she allegedly remitted to Yilkan.

However, the jobs never materialised, leading Bello to petition the EFCC. One of the charges filed against Yilkan read: “That you, Mohammed Goni Yilkan, Mohammed Adamu and others at large between 3rd January 2020 and December 2021 in Abuja within the jurisdiction of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory with intent to defraud obtained the sum of N120,580,550 from Mrs. Hindatu Bello under the false pretence that you had the capacity to secure jobs for her candidates in various Ministries, Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government of Nigeria which pretence you knew to be false and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 1(1)(a) of the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Related Offences Act, 2006 and punishable under Section 1(3) of the same Act.”

During the trial, the prosecution, led by Cosmas Ugwu, called six witnesses and tendered several documents in evidence. The defence, represented by J. A. Oguche, called two witnesses, including Yilkan himself.

In delivering judgment, Justice Messiri held that the EFCC had proved its case beyond reasonable doubt. He convicted Yilkan but discharged and acquitted his co-defendant, Mohammed Adamu. “The evidence presented by the prosecution is sufficient and consistent,” the judge said, before sentencing Yilkan to eight years in prison without an option of fine.

According to the court, Yilkan’s conviction marked the end of a case that began when he collected over N120.5 million from desperate jobseekers on the false promise of employment slots. The money was neither refunded nor did the jobs materialise, sealing his journey to the Correctional Centre.

FME TVET: trainees to begin training after verification

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FME TVET: trainees to begin training after verification

Federal Ministry of Education (FME) has announced that trainees under the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) initiative will begin training after the ongoing verification exercise is completed.

Director of Technology and Science Education, Dr Olodo, who was represented by Deputy Director, Dr Stella Uhuegbu, said the reform is already recording results with over one million Nigerians enrolled in Masters 6 and 12 programmes.

She explained that the verification of learners is in progress and will be finalised soon to enable the commencement of training across centres.

According to her, over one million Nigerians have already been enrolled, and we’ve been told this is for Masters 6 and 12 programmes.

She further noted that more than 15,000 students will also resume studies across Federal Technical Colleges once the process is complete.

Trainees should note that the Federal Government is not rushing the exercise because it is designed to meet global standards. The focus is to ensure that all trainees acquire employable skills that meet labour market requirements, rather than attend training and return home without opportunities.

FME TVET trainers begin receiving trainee slots

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FME TVET trainers begin receiving trainee slots

The Federal Ministry of Education (FME) has confirmed that Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) trainers have started receiving their trainee slots across different centres in Nigeria.

The slots will determine the number of trainees to be assigned to each training centre. According to officials, TVET is working to onboard enough training centres so there will be sufficient space for all incoming trainees.

At a Capacity-Building Workshop for TVET stakeholders held in Kano, the Regional Coordinator of the Better Education for Africa’s Rise (BEAR) III Programme, Mr Manish Josh, explained that the initiative is focused on aligning skills with current industry demands. The programme also seeks to provide the tools needed to align TVET programmes with labour market needs.

The Technical Adviser, Dr Babangida Baba, has also highlighted the progress being made in modernising vocational training in Nigeria. He confirmed that NBTE is also going to digitise the Nigerian Skills Qualification Framework and strengthen quality assurance across the country’s polytechnics.

Dr Baba revealed that more than 129 accredited TVET centres across the country have already been digitised to meet global standards.

Jigawa State approves ₦779m education support for textbooks, others

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Jigawa State approves ₦779m education support for textbooks, others

The Jigawa State Executive Council has approved the sum of ₦779,269,895.00 for education support contracts aimed at strengthening basic education and monitoring across the 27 Local Government Areas of the state. The approval was given during the council meeting held on Monday, 22nd September 2025, and chaired by His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Jigawa State, Malam Umar A. Namadi FCA.

The contracts cover the supply of essential teaching and learning materials, as well as mobility support for school supervision. According to the council resolution, the package includes 68,850 textbooks, 700 whiteboards, 3,000 cartons of erasable markers, and 295 Hunter model motorcycles for School Support Officers (SSOs). These will be deployed to schools in both rural and urban areas across the state.

“This intervention is part of the ongoing implementation of the educational transformation agenda of our administration,” Governor Namadi explained. He added that the move is designed to improve learning outcomes, equip classrooms with teaching tools, and strengthen accountability at the school level.

The government highlighted that the provision of textbooks and teaching aids will directly enhance the quality of instruction in primary and junior secondary schools. At the same time, the supply of motorcycles will significantly improve the mobility of SSOs, enabling them to carry out regular monitoring, mentoring, and support visits to schools.

The Namadi administration described the initiative as a strategic investment in education, stressing that it demonstrates a strong commitment to revitalising the sector. “We are ensuring equitable access to quality education and creating a conducive learning environment for every child in Jigawa State,” the council stated.

FG to upgrade Nigerian artisans to international standards

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FG to upgrade Nigerian artisans to international standards

The Director-General of the Industrial Training Fund (ITF), Oluwatoyin Ogun, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Federal Government to scale up the skills and recognition of Nigerian artisans to international standards through strategic partnerships.

Ogun made this known at the Nigerian Artisans and Technicians Exhibition and Fair held on Tuesday in Abuja. The event, themed “Empowering Nigerian Artisans and Technicians for Economic Development,” brought together artisans from across the country.

He explained that the administration of President Bola Tinubu is determined to work with artisans across Nigeria to formalise and upgrade their trades to global standards.

“Now that you are remembered by this administration, this administration is set to make your informal setting, the unorganised artisanry, the unorganised trade, formal and organised. This government is ready to work with artisans,” Ogun said.

The ITF boss noted that Nigerian artisans have faced limited access to training over the years but assured that President Tinubu has “taken the bull by the horns” by directing the Fund to scale up their skills to meet international benchmarks.

“In addition to the president, his government also consists of the Bank of Industry, and ITF is also ready, getting ready with the business incubation, where businesses will be incubated by artisans. It is one of the outcomes of our super programme,” he added.

According to him, the collaboration will provide not only training but also create incubation centres that will enable artisans to build sustainable businesses capable of competing globally.

Also speaking at the event, the Director-General of the Nigerian Office for Trade Negotiations (NOTN) and former Speaker of the Zamfara State House of Assembly, Sanusi Rikiji, revealed that Nigeria will host 75 countries during the intra-African trade fair scheduled for 2026.

In his welcome address, Rikiji commended artisans and technicians for their role in nation-building. “This second Artisans and Technician Exhibition here tonight has made Abuja a one-stop shop to our esteemed leaders and distinguished guests. Trade is a lifeline of every nation and is similar to the artery in the human body,” he said.

Rikiji stressed that artisans and technicians account for about 80 per cent of Nigeria’s workforce and described them as critical to sustaining the nearly 230 million consumer-based economy.

“I take great pride in identifying with these patriots as they backstop the Nigerian economy. I specifically commend the leadership for its unity of purpose and for maintaining a broad voice and a common direction at all times,” Rikiji added.

He further urged artisans and technicians to mentor the younger generation to ensure continuity and sustainability of skills in the sector. According to him, exhibitions remain important platforms to showcase Nigeria’s cultural heritage and to promote national development.

“Nigeria is a land of great resources, human capital, and many other strengths. I therefore urge us to remain united so that collectively we can achieve the agenda of the government,” he said.

Jigawa State approves ₦733m for rooftop solar audit in Schools, others

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Jigawa State approves ₦733m for rooftop solar audit in Schools, others

Jigawa State Executive Council, under the chairmanship of His Excellency, the Executive Governor, Malam Umar A. Namadi FCA, has approved a major step in advancing renewable energy across key public institutions. The approval was part of the resolutions reached during the Council meeting held on Monday, 22nd September 2025.

According to the resolution, the Council approved the award of contract for the technical audit, critical assessments, and planning of rooftop solar installations under the State Interventions Solar Solution (SI-SS) Programme. The contract is valued at ₦733,122,187.23.

The SI-SS Programme is designed to expand solar electrification to critical sectors such as education, healthcare, and other essential public facilities across Nigeria. The technical audit and planning will provide what the Council described as “a comprehensive assessment of energy needs, infrastructure suitability, and implementation frameworks for the deployment of rooftop solar systems in selected schools, healthcare centres, and other vital public institutions across Jigawa State.”

In line with the state’s broader development vision, Governor Namadi stressed that the decision reflects his administration’s commitment to sustainable energy solutions and climate-resilient infrastructure. He explained that it also forms part of the 12-point agenda targeted at strengthening access to reliable power for socio-economic development.

“This project reflects our administration’s drive to ensure improved service delivery in essential sectors such as healthcare and education,” the Governor said, adding that renewable energy remains a vital tool for creating resilient communities.

The Council emphasised that the Jigawa State Government remains committed to leveraging innovative energy solutions to improve the quality of life of its citizens. By promoting cost-effective and clean energy alternatives, the government aims to reduce dependence on the national grid while supporting long-term development goals.

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