Education
NFVCB Partners ABU on Capacity Building for Undergraduates
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), in collaboration with the Department of Theatre and Performing Arts, has conducted a training on film and video censoring and creative capacity development for students from Zamfara state. adsbygoogle || []).push({}); com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js">
The two-day capacity building programme , which held at the Samaru Campus of ABU Zaria, ended on Friday, with relevant stakeholders from the
academia, as well as officials of the board, held different sessions for
participants.
The students were taught basic dynamics of films and videos censoring and
classification, creative and entrepreneurial skills, as well as the
preservation of Nigeria’s cultural heritage through films.
The event also featured practical interactive and film critic session, as
well as panel discussion session , anchored by erudite scholar Prof. Steve
Abah.
In his presentation, Alh Adedayo Thomas, Executive Director of NFVCB, said
the programme was in furtherance of the board’s Media Literacy and
Mentorship initiatives earlier launched for youths, especially Theatre and
other Creative Arts undergraduates in Nigerian Universities.
According to him, the board is set to equip young theatre practitioners
from the North- West with practical knowledge of the movie industry besides their academic experience.
“There is no reason to doubt that youths shape the future of a country, and
if a country’s youths are diligent and hardworking, then that nation is
bound to progress, but if its youths are indolent, then no one can save
that country from downfall.
“It is therefore, important to tap the unbridled vigor of our youths and
give it a right direction by effectively channelizing this energy into
productive endeavours , which will in turn discourage youthful extremism.
“As the key regulator of the Nigerian motion picture industry, NFVCB has
decided to bring practical knowledge of how the sector works to these
youths to secure the future of our movie industry.
“We are teaching them classifications and rating of videos and films as
well as productive use of social media in order to properly position them
for opportunities that abound in the industry,” he said.
Thomas further said that, under his watch, NFVCB had taken its Media
Literacy and Mentorship initiatives to universities across the six-geo
political zones.
He explained that Nigeria, like most countries, seeks to protect its young
and minors from unsuitable contents, thus the inherent need for censorship
and classification of films and video works.
He noted that, as a multi ethnic developing society, Nigeria needs to
preserve ethnic, racial and religious harmony, especially with the influx
of all kinds of media.
The NFVCB boss described the Censors Board as a mediator between filmmakers and society that needs to ascertain if a film is good for the consumption of Nigerians.
He noted, among other things, that beside its educational and entertainment values, such film must not negate the Nigerian culture, interest and values.
He further explained that a film that encourages religious, racial or
ethnic discrimination was inimical to the corporate existence of Nigeria.
In his remark, Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Prof. Abubakar Liman, expressed
delight over the collaboration and mentorship initiative by the board.
He said:”Our youths have a great future in self employment through
creativity, innovation and Imagination.
“A workshop like this that bothers on entrepreneurship is very important
as ours youths are inspired to look inward, develop themselves and follow
their dreams instead of looking up to the government for everything.”
Also, Hon.Yahaya Chado, former Federal Lawmaker who represented Gora
Bakura/Maradun constituency of Zamfara State, commended the NFVCB for
extending its youths empowerment programmes in the North-West to the state.
The event had in attendance Zamfara State Students association, filmmakers from the region and government functionaries, including a member of the Zamfara State House of Assembly, Hon.Alhasssan Kanoma and representatives of the state government.
Highpoint of the event was the presentation of certificate of participation
and the screening of three short films produced by the Theatre Arts
Department of the Institution.
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Kogi State Students Receive Over 316 Million Naira Bursary Allowance, Scholarship Support
By Abah Benjamin Eneojoh
In a courageous move to empower Education in Kogi State, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, FCA, has flag off the disbursement of over three hundred and sixteen Million Naira in bursary allowance and scholarship support to students in tertiary institutions.
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The Governor was represented at the event by the Deputy Governor, Comrade Joel Salifu at the Glass House, Government House, Lokoja.
In a Press statement according to the Press Secretary to the Deputy Governor, Mr Emmanuel Unubi the bursary allowance and scholarship support are part of the state government’s initiatives to alleviate the financial burden on students and their families. A total of 8,750 students will benefit from the bursary allowance, with each student receiving ₦30,000.
The Governor in his words “Education remains a critical tool in combating crime and driving development in our society,” Governor Ododo emphasized, highlighting his administration’s commitment to providing quality education.
“A sum of 8,750 students will benefit from the bursary allowance, with each student receiving ₦30,000. Students in law school from the State will also receive a higher bursary allowance of ₦300,000 each”.
Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo also awarded a ₦5 million complementary scholarship to Miss. Favour Oluwatimilehin Adebayo, an outstanding student who secured the prestigious European Union ERASMUS+ Scholarship.
He urged students to maintain focus, avoid distractions, and actively contribute to driving Kogi State’s development. Additionally, he announced a policy to offer automatic employment to the top graduating students from all tertiary institutions in the state.
The Governor expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his dedication to education, particularly the Student Loan Initiative.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare of Kogi State students, pledging to continue collaborating closely with student union bodies.
In his earlier speech, the Executive Chairman of the Kogi State Scholarship Board, Mr. Afolabi Joseph Raji, expressed gratitude to the governor for his unwavering commitment and support towards the enhancement of the education sector. He emphasized that the provision of bursaries and scholarships is entirely free, affirming that this initiative was implemented to alleviate the educational financial burdens faced by the people of the state.
He disclosed that the board has collaborated with Remita for the disbursement of funds, ensuring that the payment process is conducted electronically and with utmost transparency.
Afolabi announced that students who demonstrate exceptional academic prowess will have the opportunity to pursue scholarships for studies in Western institutions.
In his goodwill message, the Rector of Kogi State Polytechnic Lokoja, Prof. Salisu Usman Ogbo, commended the current administration for ensuring a stable academic calendar in public institutions in the state, emphasizing that the government is building upon the established legacies of former Governor Yahaya Bello.
He lauded Governor Ododo’s efforts in the education sector, citing his ambitious projects across state institutions.
He appealed to the state government for scholarships for postgraduate students, referencing Kano and Akwa Ibom as models, stating that once students are educated, they will contribute significantly to the state’s development and help elevate the state from division and parochial political interests, and ultimately place the state on the global map.
In their separate remarks, the Commissioner for Education, Hon Wemi Ojo Jones, and Special Adviser to the Governor on Public Relations, Hon. Onogwu Mohammed, expressed their appreciation to the Governor for the bursary scheme, affirming that the scholarship will breathe life into the students and propell them to perform excellent in academics. They praised the current administration for taking the education of the youth seriously.
Similarly, the Secretary to the Government of Kogi State, Dr. Mrs. Folashade Arike Ayoade, thanked the governor for prioritizing the welfare and education of the students. She emphasized that education is power, without which she would not have attained her current position.
She highlighted that through scholarships, the government is investing in the youth of the state, urging students to approach their academics earnestly, achieve good grades, and contribute positively to their families and the state.
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Dekina LG Boss John Ikani Charges Security Agencies to Secure PAAU
The Executive Chairman Dekina LG Hon John Urah Ikani has charges security agencies in kogi state to secure Prince Abubakar Audi University, PAAU for effective learning.
Ikani made the charges during a security Meeting held with the Vice Chancellor and Management of the Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAUU)
The meeting centered on the robust way to tackle security challenges in the school in order to safeguard the lives and properties of the students and the staff of the institution.
Highlighting the importance of education in the society, Hon John Urah Ikani Laud the Vice Chancellor of the University and the management, expressing his joy over the positive growth of the institution, as he says, Education is the bedrock of everyone societal Growth and will ensure he gives his maximum support for the institution of learning Anyday, anytime.
“”Prince Abubakar Audu University PAUU is our own, Dekina LG, we are the most beneficiary, it gives our people easy access to quality Education and we must make sure we Secure the institution so that our people can continue to have access to Education”.
“The importance of the institution is not just about learning but it also boosts the economy of Dekina local Government and Anyigba community., I want to assure the Management that, The security of the institution is our top most priority.”
He charged the relevance security agencies, Nigeria Army, Police, Civil defense, and others security agencies in Dekina local Government to Safeguard/protect the institution for effective Learning.
The vice Chancellor of the university Professor Mariatu Ohunene Tenuche, Thanked the Local Government Chairman for the support and assurance as she promised, the management of the institution would continue to give their Best to the student in terms of Learning and Mentorship.
Also in attendance was Barrister Yahaya Segun, the Chief Register of the Institution and others.
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