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  • NSE gives shares, cash, computers to essay competition winners

    The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) at the weekend rounded off its 2018 NSE Essay Competition with the presentation of shares, cash and computers to winners and their schools.

    Miss Deborah Lawrence of Good Shepherd School, Ajegunle Village, Atan-Ota, Ogun State, emerged the overall winner. Lawrence clinched the first position ahead of over 20,150 participants across the country, winning N500,000 scholarship for her university education, N250,000 equity investment and a laptop. Her school was also rewarded with a trophy, three desktop computers and a printer.

    Miss Ashiru Oluwalanaayo of Corona Secondary School, Agbara, Ogun State and Master Dominic Charles of GEC Comprehensive College, Ipaja, Lagos State, emerged first and second runners up respectively. Each of them also got a laptop, equity investment and scholarships for their university education. Their schools also got varying number of computers and trophies. Seven other laptops were given as consolation prizes to seven winners.

    Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE), Mr Oscar Onyema, said the main goal of the the NSE Essay Competition, which is now in its 18th year, is to build a financially savvy generation by imbuing a culture of wealth creation among the youths.

    According to him, the competition serves as a platform that gives the Exchange the ability to view the perspectives of future leaders on key challenges relating to financial literacy, while providing opportunity to feel the pulse of the spread of financial inclusion in Nigeria.

    Onyema, who was represented by Head of Shared Services at the NSE,  Bola Adeeko, said the youth segment is often recognised as a priority target for financial education because the philosophy of catching them young remains a wise one.

    He, however, pointed out that financial literacy holds great value for all segments of the population and should not be limited to a certain age group as the benefits of a financially literate society are universal and its positive impact can be felt in the promotion of better livelihoods, economic growth, financial systems, and poverty reduction.

    “There is the need to build a platform that will help awaken the interest of our youths and buoy up students to learn and appreciate economic concepts, particularly as it concerns financial literacy and the significance of the capital market to the economy,” Onyema said.

    He noted that this year’s competition topic asked students to discuss “how technology can promote financial literacy and encourage investment habit among youths” as a way of getting future leaders to think about how to adopt technology as a veritable tool for building a financially savvy generation.

    In her keynote address, wife of Ogun State governor, Mrs Olufunso Amosun, who was represented by Mrs. Yemisi Durojaiye, commended the NSE for the initiative, which sought to bridge the gap between classroom learning and practical knowledge required for long-term personal financial responsibility for societal development.

    “It is also heart-warming to note that over 40,000 young people in more than 8,000 secondary schools across Nigeria have benefited from this completion,” Amosun said.

     

  • Expert cautions on using mobile phones, computers at night

    Dr Omale Charles, Managing Director, Fortress Eye Hospital and Medical Centre, Abuja, has advised those who spend long periods of time on their mobile devices at night to always leave room lights on.

    Charles gave this advice in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Abuja.

    He said this would go a long way to reduce the level of light directed to the eyes which could lead to damage to one’s vision.

    The expert was speaking on the sidelines of this year’s World Glaucoma Week (WGW) commemorated from March 12 to March 18, with the theme: “Beat Invisible Glaucoma”.

    Charles said those who spent long periods of time on these devices and also computers should ensure they took breaks away from the devices and gadgets in order to protect the eyes from damage caused by excessive exposure to light.

    “Working long hours on the computer can affect the eyes and vision. This can trigger a negative reaction to the eyes and cause headache, loss of concentration and ultimately predisposes one to develop Computer Visual Syndrome.

    “If this continues on a long term basis, it can lead to permanent damage to the eyes.

    “Therefore, one should make efforts to wear protective eye glasses or use a computer screen so that the level of direct light to the eyes is reduced.

    “When you work on the computer screen for long periods you should try to take a break from your work once in a while.

    “From 20 seconds to about 20 minutes try to look at least 20 feet away and that way you break the continuous exposure of the light to your eyes which can result in damage to the element of vision.”

    He also cautioned the public, especially those predisposed to or at risk of developing eye diseases against excessive consumption of alcohol.

    Charles said consuming alcohol in excess quantity could affect the nerves of the eyes increasing the chances of damage to one’s vision.

    The expert, who described alcohol as a depressant, said the substance once consumed overtime gave a feeling of euphoria and subsequently affected one’s thinking and coordination.

    Charles said alcohol could only give such feeling to an individual because it worked through the nerves, adding that any substance that worked using the nerves could affect vision.

    “For someone who already has a biological predisposition to glaucoma, taking alcohol or any other substance that can affect your nerves, thereby accelerating damage to the nerve of vision.

    “Another thing to consider is the quantity of alcohol consumed by an individual and the level of concentration of this alcohol.

    “Drug and substance abuse also has negative effects on the eyes; activities such as direct gaze at the sun can expose one to ultra-violent radiation.

    “When moving outdoors, you should wear protective eye shade or a face cap to protect your eyes from this radiation because it can cause external growth within the eyes and can serve as a trigger for vision impairment.”

    He listed other activities that could directly affect the eyes to include welding, adding that the iron particles caused direct trauma to the eyes

  • Enugu power firm donates books, computers to schools

    The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC), in partnership with Sir Emeka Offor Foundation (SEOF), a non-governmental organisation, has donated books and computers worth millions of dollars to 15 tertiary institutions and 30 secondary schools across the Southeast states.

    The power distribution firm made the donation at Oraifite, Anambra State.

    The benefiting schools were made up of 3 tertiary institutions and 6 secondary schools from each of the states, and were nominated by their respective state governments.

    In his welcome address, the Coordinator, SEOF, Hon. Tony Obi, commended the effort of EEDC in partnering the Foundation to drive its objective towards the development of the education sector, which the Foundation has been involved in across the country over the years.

    He said that the gesture by EEDC is worthwhile to the society and for posterity.

    Obi stressed that the books and other educational materials that were donated must be used for the purpose it was meant for.

    He went on to charge the benefiting schools to ensure that their libraries are functional, as their monitoring team would be paying unscheduled visit to the schools to monitor and ascertain how well the books are being used.

    The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, EEDC, Mr. Robert Dickerman while delivering his address said that the gesture is in line with EEDC’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy of contributing towards the development of its host community.

    “We know the importance of education, we have an obligation and responsibility to our communities, our business is not just to provide electricity, our job is to help and support the communities which we are a part of”, he explained.

    He went on to say that, “education is a part of the core of the development of any society; we are very honoured to be part of this donation and we committed to take active role in the education development of the 5 states in which we are community member”.

    Dickerman said that besides lighting up homes, companies and industries, we can also light up minds; “this, the company is doing through partnering Sir Emeka Offor Foundation. “

    “We believe that the things we are trying to do and the thoughts we have towards supporting social programmes under our CSR initiatives will be best served by partnering with such a foundation. They have international partners like Book For Africa (BFA) and many others; and we are comfortable partnering with them”.

    The governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Dr. Mrs. Beatrice Okonkwo applauded EEDC and SEOF for the gesture which is a shining example of a CSR act, and welcomed by the state government.

    He said, “Government alone cannot accomplish all that is needed in the education sector, and it is usually a great relief when corporate establishments like EEDC come out to boil up the effort of the state government.”

    The governor stressed that the use of books cannot be over stressed, and that the donation of the books will go a long way in educating the students, as the more they read, the more they get education.

    He said that the books will form the stock in the different libraries of the different beneficiary institutions; and will encourage them to maintain functional libraries.

    Obiano also called on teachers and principals to endeavour to get the students develop the habit of reading as a lot of education which they need in life is locked up in these books.

    Speaking further, he said, “This is indeed a partnership for sustainable development between the private sector, our government and the education institutions”.

    He pledged the state government’s support, and encouraged EEDCnot to relent, because it is towards the development of the people, children and the country at large.

    Both students and teachers of the benefiting schools expressed their appreciation to EEDC and SEOF for this wonderful initiative and promised to make proper use of the books.

    EEDC committed that this is not going to be a one-time event, as this effort is part of the organisation’s ongoing responsibility, and hope to continue partnering Sir Emeka Offor Foundation towards the development of the Southeast.

     

  • Enugu power firm donates books, computers to schools

    The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC), in partnership with Sir Emeka Offor Foundation (SEOF), a non-governmental organisation, has donated books and computers worth millions of dollars to 15 tertiary institutions and 30 secondary schools across the Southeast states.

    The power distribution firm made the donation at Oraifite, Anambra State.

    The benefiting schools were made up of 3 tertiary institutions and 6 secondary schools from each of the states, and were nominated by their respective state governments.

    In his welcome address, the Coordinator, SEOF, Hon. Tony Obi, commended the effort of EEDC in partnering the Foundation to drive its objective towards the development of the education sector, which the Foundation has been involved in across the country over the years.

    He said that the gesture by EEDC is worthwhile to the society and for posterity.

    Obi stressed that the books and other educational materials that were donated must be used for the purpose it was meant for.

    He went on to charge the benefiting schools to ensure that their libraries are functional, as their monitoring team would be paying unscheduled visit to the schools to monitor and ascertain how well the books are being used.

    The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, EEDC, Mr. Robert Dickerman while delivering his address said that the gesture is in line with EEDC’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy of contributing towards the development of its host community.

    “We know the importance of education, we have an obligation and responsibility to our communities, our business is not just to provide electricity, our job is to help and support the communities which we are a part of”, he explained.

    He went on to say that, “education is a part of the core of the development of any society; we are very honoured to be part of this donation and we committed to take active role in the education development of the 5 states in which we are community member”.

    Dickerman said that besides lighting up homes, companies and industries, we can also light up minds; “this, the company is doing through partnering Sir Emeka Offor Foundation. “

    “We believe that the things we are trying to do and the thoughts we have towards supporting social programmes under our CSR initiatives will be best served by partnering with such a foundation. They have international partners like Book For Africa (BFA) and many others; and we are comfortable partnering with them”.

    The governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Dr. Mrs. Beatrice Okonkwo applauded EEDC and SEOF for the gesture which is a shining example of a CSR act, and welcomed by the state government.

    He said, “Government alone cannot accomplish all that is needed in the education sector, and it is usually a great relief when corporate establishments like EEDC come out to boil up the effort of the state government.”

    The governor stressed that the use of books cannot be over stressed, and that the donation of the books will go a long way in educating the students, as the more they read, the more they get education.

    He said that the books will form the stock in the different libraries of the different beneficiary institutions; and will encourage them to maintain functional libraries.

    Obiano also called on teachers and principals to endeavour to get the students develop the habit of reading as a lot of education which they need in life is locked up in these books.

    Speaking further, he said, “This is indeed a partnership for sustainable development between the private sector, our government and the education institutions”.

    He pledged the state government’s support, and encouraged EEDCnot to relent, because it is towards the development of the people, children and the country at large.

    Both students and teachers of the benefiting schools expressed their appreciation to EEDC and SEOF for this wonderful initiative and promised to make proper use of the books.

    EEDC committed that this is not going to be a one-time event, as this effort is part of the organisation’s ongoing responsibility, and hope to continue partnering Sir Emeka Offor Foundation towards the development of the Southeast.

  • RRS arrests athlete, 14 others for ‘stealing’ school computers

    Rapid Response Squad (RRS) operatives have arrested 15 suspects over an alleged stealing of seven computers and its accessories at Angos Memorial Senior High School, a public school in Somolu.

    The operatives also recovered four mini laptops, a LaserJet scanner, a desktop and a printer belonging to the school.

    The suspects were arrested on Wednesday morning when RRS Intelligence Team stumbled on a lead that one of the suspects was lurking in a gaming shop on 29, Awoseni Streets, Somolu.

    On interrogation, the suspect, who turned out to be a buyer of one of the stolen mini laptops designed for secondary school pupils, led to the arrest of a 19-year-old principal suspect, Yinka Adesola, and 13 others.

    Adesola, an athlete, told RRS that one Julius Akinyele, 20, a phone repairer, who he accommodated, brought seven mini laptops, 1 scanner, 1 desktop, a CPU and a LaserJet printer belonging to the school for keep in his apartment.

    RRS quoted him as saying: “I knew he was a wayward guy. I accommodated him because his relatives whom he was staying with were relocating from Somolu. I offered to assist him since I had an apartment to myself.

    “He was my junior in secondary. He was one of my fans while I was representing my school and Local Governments.

    “Immediately he joined me, a lot of things started missing in the compound, neighbours were losing their phones. Later, we discovered that he was the one stealing all the phones. My parents told me to eject him and I did.

    Arrested along with the suspect were Lookman Sokoya, 34, Wasiu Adejare, 30, Ismaila Adebowale, 42, Ramon Mukaila and a 17-year-old boy.

    According to RRS, only six out of the 15 suspects arrested were directly connected to the theft in the school.

    Four of the suspects were released to their relatives while the remaining five suspects were detained for their link to cult activities in Somolu.

    The suspects, Kazeem Adenuga, 24, Owolabi Yusuph, 35, Wasiu Shodipe, 27, Samson Kareem, 34 and Sheriff Badru, 22, were arrested when investigators discovered that they were involved in ceaseless violence in Awoseni Street on Tuesday night.

  • Enugu power firm donates books, computers to schools

    Enugu power firm donates books, computers to schools

    The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC), in partnership with Sir Emeka Offor Foundation (SEOF), a non-governmental organisation, has donated books and computers worth millions of dollars to 15 tertiary institutions and 30 secondary schools across the Southeast states.

    The power distribution firm made the donation at Oraifite, Anambra State.

    The benefiting schools were made up of 3 tertiary institutions and 6 secondary schools from each of the states, and were nominated by their respective state governments.

    In his welcome address, the Coordinator, SEOF, Hon. Tony Obi, commended the effort of EEDC in partnering the Foundation to drive its objective towards the development of the education sector, which the Foundation has been involved in across the country over the years.

    He said that the gesture by EEDC is worthwhile to the society and for posterity.

    Obi stressed that the books and other educational materials that were donated must be used for the purpose it was meant for.

    He went on to charge the benefiting schools to ensure that their libraries are functional, as their monitoring team would be paying unscheduled visit to the schools to monitor and ascertain how well the books are being used.

    The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, EEDC, Mr. Robert Dickerman while delivering his address said that the gesture is in line with EEDC’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy of contributing towards the development of its host community.

    “We know the importance of education, we have an obligation and responsibility to our communities, our business is not just to provide electricity, our job is to help and support the communities which we are a part of”, he explained.

    He went on to say that, “education is a part of the core of the development of any society; we are very honoured to be part of this donation and we committed to take active role in the education development of the 5 states in which we are community member”.

    Dickerman said that besides lighting up homes, companies and industries, we can also light up minds; “this, the company is doing through partnering Sir Emeka Offor Foundation. “

    “We believe that the things we are trying to do and the thoughts we have towards supporting social programmes under our CSR initiatives will be best served by partnering with such a foundation. They have international partners like Book For Africa (BFA) and many others; and we are comfortable partnering with them”.

    The governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Dr. Mrs. Beatrice Okonkwo applauded EEDC and SEOF for the gesture which is a shining example of a CSR act, and welcomed by the state government.

    He said, “Government alone cannot accomplish all that is needed in the education sector, and it is usually a great relief when corporate establishments like EEDC come out to boil up the effort of the state government”.

    The governor stressed that the use of books cannot be over stressed, and that the donation of the books will go a long way in educating the students, as the more they read, the more they get education.

    He said that the books will form the stock in the different libraries of the different beneficiary institutions; and will encourage them to maintain functional libraries.

    Obiano also called on teachers and principals to endeavour to get the students develop the habit of reading as a lot of education which they need in life is locked up in these books.

    He went on to say that, “this is indeed a partnership for sustainable development between the private sector, our government and the education institutions”.

    He pledged the state government’s support, and encouraged EEDCnot to relent, because it is towards the development of the people, children and the country at large.

    Both students and teachers of the benefiting schools expressed their appreciation to EEDC and SEOF for this wonderful initiative and promised to make proper use of the books.

    EEDC committed that this is not going to be a one-time event, as this effort is part of the organisation’s ongoing responsibility, and hope to continue partnering Sir Emeka Offor Foundation towards the development of the South East.

  • RCCG donates computers to school

    RCCG donates computers to school

    Teaching out to the needy has been a part and parcel of Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG). That is why the RCCG Lagos Province 10, Orile Agege, reached out to pupils of Government Senior College, Agege, Lagos with five desktop computers and two UPS.

    Pastor-in-Charge of Province, Pastor Joseph Olagbadegun, said the gesture was in line with the directives from the church’s General Overseer Pastor Enoch Adeboye.

    “Pasto Adeboye said we should give back to the society what God has given to the church,” he said.

    Explaining the rationale behind giving computers, Oladgbadegun said without the requisite ICT knowledge, present-day pupils will find it difficult to understand the modern-day technology.

    He however implored the pupils to face their studies and spend les on social media. The Tutor-General/Permanent Secretary, Education District 1, Mrs Adebowale Ogunfidodo, who received the equipment said: “We appreciate your kind gesture for presenting these sets of computers to our students.”

    She advised the pupils to maintain the equipment.

    The Vice-Principal (Administration), Mrs Farinde Bolanle, also thanked the church for remembering the school, which she said has the largest population in Lagos State.  However, she urged them to do more.

    The school Senior Girl, Ikeoluwa Mustapha also thanked the church for giving them the privilege to access technology. Present at the presentation were: Assistant Pastor-in-charge of the Province, Ayodele John, Pastor Ajayi Samson, Pastor Mrs Adeleye Deborah, Pastor Isaac Biyi, Pastor Esther Akinsola, Director Senior Tutor of Education, Mrs Buluro Abosede, and the Vice Principal (Academics), Mr Shoyebo Kolawole.

  • Computers for 13 Anambra schools

    Computers for 13 Anambra schools

    No fewer than 13 secondary schools in Anambra State have been equipped with computer sets. A group, Anambra Family Association of Memphis (AFAM) provided the computers. Their teachers and pupils were happy and danced in appreciation of the group’s efforts. The state Commissioner for Education, Prof Kate Omenugha was all smiles.

    The 13 beneficiaries were Mater Amabilis Secondary School Umuoji in Idemili South Local Government Area, Abbot Boys Secondary School and Abbot Girls both in Ihiala council. Others were Government Technical College (GTC), Merchant of Light, Oba, Our Lady’s Comprehensive Secondary School, Nkpor, Nteje Girls Secondary School, Nri Boys Secondary School and Agulu Boys Secondary School. Also among them were Nnewi High School, Saint John of God Secondary School, Awka, Obosi Community Secondary School and Oraifite Boys Secondary School.

    The donation of the 25 computers was made at the Post Primary Schools Service Commission (PPSSC) headquarters in Awka.

    Speaking with the Nation, one of the students, Miss Stella Maris Obichigha expressed happiness that good things are coming to the education sector in the state to help the students in their academic work. The 14-year-old assured that the facilities would boost their skills in Information Communication Technology (ICT).

    The leader of the group, Dr Peter Azogini told the Nation that the gesture was a practical demonstration of their support for the education of Children in (ICT) and computer literacy. This, according to Azogini would enable them compete favourably with their counterparts throughout Nigeria and world over.

    He expressed his happiness in what he called the all round development witnessed in the state, adding that Education had received tremendous improvement and infrastructure.

    Azogini further told the Nation that the group was planning other bigger things to help the state Governor, Chief Willie Obiano in getting it right in the state.

    The Chairman of (PPSSC) Lady Joy Ulasi commended (AFAM) for remembering the school children in the state. She told the Nation that the computers would assist the state government in (ICT) training in different schools in the state.

    Anambra State commissioner for Education Prof Omenugha told the Nation that the donation by (AFAM) is an indicative of their commitment to the advancement of Education in their home state.

    Omenugha said: “This is a good example of Private Public Partnership whereby people contribute their quota instead of leaving government to do everything”.

    The association has taken the lead among those contributing to the uplift of education in the state”.

    However, she has a word for the principals of the benefitting schools “make sure that these computers are put into proper use”.

    Omenugha further told the Nation that by 2015, the students would face external examinations that would be computer-based.

  • High court registry to get computers

    The Probate Registry of the

    Lagos High Court, Ikeja is

    to have Information Communication Technology (ICT) equipment.

    Lagos State Chief Judge, Justice Ayotunde Philips,  said at a workshop organised by the Probate Reform Committee for the staff of the department that the development represented her commitment to upgrade the judiciary.

    She said the training, which was attended by 50 probate staff, was also part of the plans by her administration to revamp the Probate Department and to keep the staff abreast of modern trends.

    She added that the move would also  reposition them for effective probate duties.

    The Chief Judge expressed conviction that on  conclusion of the on-going reform, issuance of letters of administration to the families of deceased persons who died without a will  and other documents for relatives of those who died with a Will (estate), will be faster.

    “The Lagos State Juidiciary cannot be left behind. The Probate Department is going to be rejuvenated. The department will become ICT compliant so that it will be able to serve the public better”, she said.

    Justice Phillips described the Probate Department as a critical source of revenue for the state government.

    She, therefore,  urged the participants to be consumer-friendly, bearing in mind that they would be dealing with grieving members of the public who had lost their loved ones.

    Chairman of the Reform Committee, Justice Olubunmi Oyewole, said the on-going reform  would amount to “a paradigm shift in the Probate Department and the Lagos State Judiciary at large.”

    Justice Oyewole said the probate section is very critical to the on-going reforms in the Lagos Judiciary, adding  “staff competence and capacity are major factors in the operations of the section”.

     

  • Lions Club donates computers

    Lions Club donates computers

    THE Lions Club of District 404B Nigeria has donated computers worth N450,000 to the library of Ifako Comprehensive High School, Ifako, Gbagada, Lagos, to boost e-learning.

    Its President, Wesley O. Kafidiya said the donation was in response to the request by the Principal, Mr Muslim Okunowo, during a visit by his team in November last year, to assist in redeveloping ‘inadequate and non-functional toilet facilities and providing e-learning facilities’.

    Kafidiya said the club had started work on the former which cost experts put at N5 million, adding that members were delibrating on the funding.

    On the computers, Kafidiya said they learnt that Zinox Computers had donated some computers which could not be installed at the school, necessitating the club’s provision of high capacity desktop computers with DVD-RW, LAN, PCI express wireless cards, 20 flat screen monitors, key boards and mouse.

    Earlier, he said the club sponsored the reading programme of the school which featured about 20 participants.

    The initiative, Kafidiya stressed, was to underscore the importance and develop reading culture among pupils. He urged the pupils to make good use of and maintain the facilities.

    “Please maintain the equipment given to you so that more can come. Keep them very well. Don’t abandon them,” he adviced.

    The District 404 Governor, Stella Agbogun, said the club’s theme for the year was: Reading Action Programme which according to her, aims at boosting reading among pupils. Lamenting that poor reading habit among pupils, she urged them pupils to inbibe the habit.

    The representative of the Tutor-General/Permanent Secretary, District II, Ministry of Education, Lagos State, John Esevbode, said the government was happy that non-governmental organisations, groups and individuals were supporting education.