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THIS IS A PUBLIC GOOD PROJECT: Solving the Headache of School Fees

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Access to good quality education in Nigeria should not drive a parent into depression, debt, and continuous stress. Education is considered a human right, and social good, which simply means access to good and quality education, should be at less / no cost at all.

The general notion is that only well-furnished and highly built private schools can deliver quality education simply because their rate is high. Research have shown that parent do not have the right professional guidance to help them make decisions about their wards education.

Research has also shown that school fees consumes up to 90% of parents income. For some others, the entire family income is not up to 50% of the money they need to pay school fees.

In the United States of America, college students fund their education to the level of about 65% through their own income, savings, scholarships, grants, and loans. In Britain, parents do not have to save to guarantee good quality education for their children, students can pick up all their education bills through scholarships, grants, loans and income from part time work, while they attend their Ivy League college, Oxford, Cambridge and the likes. In some Scandinavian countries, education up to doctoral level is virtually free; students are paid salaries in addition to undertaking their doctoral research free.

But here, parents are made to pay tuition fee through tooth and nail for music, dance, karate, bead making classes their children will not find useful in the management of their careers.

Education Advocates and SmartCareers are sponsoring a public lecture as part of their contribution to the conversation that will help to resolve the challenges afflicting the education industry in Nigeria.

Come learn how to fund your children’s education (from nursery to university) with ease and guarantee their excellent academic performance at a free public lecture.

Who can attend?

 Parents who desire to give their children good quality education at any level and at a cost they can conveniently afford.
 Parents of children who are currently in Primary 5, and Primary 6 as well as SS1, and SS2, about to make higher educational decisions for their children.
 Individuals who need professional guidance on how to process relocation to Canada, US, and UK
 Parents wishing to build happy and financially secure families where all members work cooperatively together

Programme: Public Lecture on EASY FUNDING OF CHILDREN’S EDUCATION

Date: Saturday May 19, 2018

Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm

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2:00pm – 4:00pm

(Kindly choose one. Participants must be seated before the time for the session they signed up for. Gates open 30 minutes before start time.)

Venue: MAN Event Centre, 5 Elewura Street, Wemabod Estate. Off Adeniyi Jones Avenue, Ikeja, Lagos.

Facilitator: Peter Ogudoro, PhD in Education & Career Management. .Click here for his profile https://www.smartcareers.solutions/programme-director

To register please log on to:
Link: https://www.smartcareers.solutions/school-fees-funding

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/NhrbhPE4uVQ

Note: You will be sent an invitation that confirms the session you are booked for. The invitation will reach you at least 3 days before the event. So, please ensure the contact details you give us are accurate.
Call 08023249654 if by May 17, 2018 you have not received your invitation.

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Former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, Spends Second Night In EFCC’s Cell Over N1.3 Trillion Alleged Fraud

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November 7, 2024

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Immediate past governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa, who was arrested and detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has spent second night in the custody of the anti-graft commission.

 

Okowa is currently being investigated and detained over the alleged diversion of N1.3 trillion.

 

The N1.3 trillion reportedly represents the 13% derivation fund from the federation account between 2015 and 2023.

 

According to sources within the commission, Okowa was invited to the EFCC office in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, where he’s subsequently detained by officials.

 

One of the sources stated, “Okowa was at our Port Harcourt office following an invitation from investigators probing the allegations against him. He was then arrested. The commission is investigating him regarding the N1.3 trillion 13% derivation fund from the federation account between 2015 and 2023.

 

“He is also accused of failing to account for the funds, as well as another N40 billion he allegedly claimed was used to acquire shares in UTM Floating Liquefied Natural Gas. He reportedly bought shares worth N40 billion in one of the country’s major banks, representing an 8% equity stake, to support the offshore LNG project. The funds are alleged to have been misappropriated for other purposes.

Investigators are also examining the alleged diversion of funds by the former governor to acquire estates in Abuja and Asaba, Delta State. He is currently being held at the EFCC facility in Port Harcourt.

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Lagos Government Shuts Down Redeemed Church, Celestial Church, Clubs, Event Centres Over Noise Pollution

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November 6, 2024

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The Lagos State government has shut down a branch of Pastor E. A. Adeboye’s Redeemed Christian Church of God, a Celestial church, nightclubs and event centres over noise pollution.

The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, who made this known on Wednesday, said the churches, clubs and event centres were sealed on Tuesday by the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) in the Ogudu, Gbagada, Iyana Ejigbo, Isolo, Ajao Estate, Oshodi, Ilasamaja, and Okota areas of the state.

The sealed establishments include: Redeemed Christian Church of God, Celestial Church of God, OMA Nightclub and Lounge, Lounge & Lodging, Bridge Spot Bar, Okiki Event Center and Hall, Emota Paradise Hotel (Phase 2), CF Hotel & Suites, House 27 Hotel & Suites, Echo Spring Hotel, and Smile T Continental Hotel.

The commissioner in a post on X said, “In a bid to address noise pollution and other environmental violations, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) took action yesterday, closing down several establishments across different parts of the state.

“This enforcement drive, focusing on areas like Ogudu, Gbagada, Iyana Ejigbo, Isolo, Ajao Estate, Oshodi, Ilasamaja, and Okota, is part of LASEPA’s continuous efforts to uphold environmental standards and safeguard public health.

“The affected establishments include Honourable Lounge & Lodging, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Celestial Church of God, OMA Nightclub and Lounge, Bridge Spot Bar, Okiki Event Center and Hall, Emota Paradise Hotel (Phase 2), CF Hotel & Suites, House 27 Hotel & Suites, Echo Spring Hotel, and Smile T Continental Hotel.”

 

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Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja: Tinubu directs flags be flown at half-mast

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November 6, 2024

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President Bola Tinubu has directed that Nigeria’s national flags be flown at half mast for seven days across the country to mourn the passing of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja.

The late Army chief, who was appointed by Tinubu on 19 June 2023, was said to have passed away on Tuesday night after a prolonged illness.

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, in a statement on Wednesday by his office Director of Information & Public Relations, Segun Imohiosen, said the president expressed regret over Lagbaja’s death.

Akume said, “President Bola Tinubu has expressed regret following the death of the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, after a brief illness at the age of 56.

“The President has directed that national flags be flown at half mast throughout the country for seven days in honour of the departed Army chief.

“He profoundly appreciates the services of the departed to the nation and wishes the family the fortitude to bear the great loss.”

Meanwhile, the Ministers of Defence, Mohammed Badaru and Bello Matawalle, have commiserated with the president, the military, and Lagbaja’s family over his death.

In a statement by the Ministry’s spokesperson, Henshaw Ogubike, the ministers described Lagbaja’s death as a great loss to his family, the Army, and the nation at large.

“The passing on to eternal glory shocked us at the Ministry of Defence, as our working relationship with him was commendable; he exhibited the spirit of camaraderie and cooperation with us in the discharge of our mandate.

“The late Chief of Army Staff contributed significantly to internal security operations across Nigeria and also exhibited a high level of professionalism.

“He will be greatly missed by the family, the military, and the nation, as he served the nation with commitment and dedication,” the statement added.

 

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