Education
NNPC unveils business opportunities for youth corps members

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A total of 2,659 members of the National Youth Service Corps across Nigeria have been pre-qualified for the final phase of the NNPC Foundation Business Pitching Exercise.
According to a statement issued by the Chief Corporate Communications Officer
NNPC Ltd, Olufemi Soneye, billed to hold from July 2 to 10, 2024, the exercise is an integral part of the NNPC Foundation’s Financial Literacy programme for Nigerian youths that witnessed the engagement of over 284,000 corps members, who underwent rigorous training and assessments.
Speaking on the exercise, the Managing Director of the NNPC Foundation, Mrs. Emmanuella Arukwe, said the selection criteria would focus on the feasibility and sustainability of the business idea, market relevance, competitive edge and innovation, scalability, the potential impact on the community, and the entrepreneurial spirit of the corps members.
“We have identified these 2,659 individuals who are ready to present their business ideas to a distinguished panel of assessors,” Arukwe stated.
Arukwe informed that the Financial Literacy Programme is aligned with the NNPC Foundation’s mission of equipping young Nigerian graduates with the necessary skills for personal and professional development.
“By educating corps members on financial management and entrepreneurship, the program aims to empower them to become economically self-sufficient and to contribute positively to society,” she added.
During the pitching exercise, projects that stand out will receive startup packs, business advisory services, and opportunities to scale their ventures.
In a related development, the management of the NNPC Foundation has facilitated a significant 50 per cent reduction in the registration fee for corps members’ businesses with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).
The NNPC Foundation is the Corporate Social Responsibility arm of NNPC Limited. Its initiatives focus on enhancing Nigeria’s socio-economic development through targeted interventions in education, health, the environment, access to energy and youth empowerment to foster economic empowerment, promote entrepreneurship, and support sustainable development across the nation.
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Isoko North Council Chairman pays all primary six enrollment fees

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February 8, 2025By
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The Executive Chairman Isoko North local government Area of Delta State, Hon (Elder) Prince Godwin Ogorugba has taken a significant step to support education by paying all enrollment fees for the 43 public primary schools pupils in Isoko North local government Area.
The council boss made this known today 5th February 2025 when briefing News men at his office immediately after a brief meeting with his management team and Hod education, he said ” as part of my educational policy for Isoko North people which is tagged Brightening the future through Education, consolidating the MORE Agenda of His Excellency Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori , Governor of Delta State, I decided to pay for all the primary six pupils enrollment fees this year 2025.
Ogorugba emphasized that considering the economic challenges faced by many parents, majority of them are finding it difficult to pay the enrollment fees of their children hence his administration has taken on the responsibility of paying the enrollment fees for the 2025 academic year to enable the pupils write the forth coming primary six examination.
The Chairman therefore urged parents who have already paid for the enrollment of their children to meet their various head teachers for refund, he stated.
Ogorugba efforts have been Commended by various stakeholders including the former vice Chairman Isoko North council, Hon. Gabriel Alebe and immediate past Councillor, Ozoro Ward 2, Hon. Felix Adaimoni who praised the council Chairman achievements since assumption of office, such as distribution of free notebooks and others writing materials to the 43 public primary schools, Construction of 15 Lockup shops and 4 toilets at Ofagbe community, renovation of 65 open stores at Otor-Owhe community market, Rehabilitation of Otor-Owhe -Owhelogbo Road, rehabilitation of Otor-Iyede Road, tilling of offices in Isoko North council, construction of modern Administrative complex at the council Secretariat, renovation of open stores at Aradhe community market, among others
Education
Bill for the conversion of Michael Okpara University, Umudike, into a conventional university passed its second reading.- Deputy Speaker Ben Kalu.

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February 8, 2025By
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Yesterday, my bill for the conversion of Michael Okpara University, Umudike, into a conventional university passed its second reading.
This bill, seeks to transform the existing Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike in Abia State into a conventional university to expand its institutional mandate.
As an institution primarily focused on agricultural sciences, MOUAU has already contributed significantly to Nigeria’s agricultural development. However, broadening the university’s scope to include diverse disciplines would amplify its impact across multiple sectors.
With this bill becoming law, Michael Okpara University will be able to introduce programs in fields such as Arts, Medicine, Law, Social Sciences, and Humanities. This diversification will attract a larger and more varied student population, ensuring that MOUAU becomes a hub for learners from different academic and cultural backgrounds.
I am confident that, with the support of my colleagues, this bill will receive the necessary legislative approval and contribute to the advancement of our educational system, not just in Abia State but our nation at large. Deputy speaker Benjamin Kalu Says.
Education
Minnesota High Schools Reject Trump’s Title IX Rules Banning Transgender Athletes

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The Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) has published a statement saying that it will not obey President Donald Trump’s updated Title IX rules that forbid transgender athletes from playing in girl’s sports.
President Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday that bans males who identify as transgender females from competing against girls. He also said schools that refuse to obey the rules risk having their federal funding rescinded.
But the MSHSL now says that it will place Minnesota’s state discrimination law ahead of federal Title IX rules and will not ban trans athletes from choosing whichever gender they wish to play as, according to Fox 9.
The state-wide school sports organization insists that its rules are “determined by state law, through the Minnesota Human Rights Act and the Minnesota Constitution.”
The statement adds that the high school organization will “continue to review the existing state laws alongside the new Presidential Executive Order and its timeline, processes for states, and requirements that are included.”
The memo was sent to all Minnesota high schools this week.
“In Minnesota, participation and eligibility of transgender student-athletes is determined by state law, through the Minnesota Human Rights Act and the Minnesota Constitution,” the statement reads.
“The Minnesota State High School League, similar to other youth sports organizations, is subject to state anti-discrimination laws, which prohibit discrimination based on gender identity. Therefore, students in Minnesota are allowed to participate consistent with their gender identity. League Member Schools have done excellent work in respecting students and their individual situations as they determine their participation and eligibility within interscholastic sports,” it continues.
“The League will continue to review the existing state laws alongside the new Presidential Executive Order and its timeline, processes for states, and requirements that are included.”
The president said the actions he was taking are long overdue.
“With this executive order, the war on women’s sports is over,” Trump said as he signed the order on February 5. “And it should have been done long ago.”
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