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Ola Olukoyede, the executive chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has warned Nigerian students against engaging in the popularly known “Yahoosh” online fraud, describing it as a means of misery rather than a gipfel of wealth.

The National Association of Nigerian Students, Joint Campus Council (NANS JCC), Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, held a one-day symposium on the topic of “Safe Campus for Students: Combating Physical and Digital Threats” through the Head of Public Affairs, Benin Zonal Directorate, ACE I Williams Oseghale.

There is no shortcut to fame and wealth. In the long run, criminal acts may bring about wealth, but ultimately there will be teeth gnashing and misery. We urge young people to stop using Yahoo because it is not sustainable to live there,” said Oseghale.

Use the Internet to Promote Positive Things, Olukoyede Charges Students
Ola Olukoyede, the EFCC’s executive chairman, has ordered Nigerian students to use the internet for positive purposes rather than fraud. ⁰
He launched the attack in a single photo. twitter.com/5e91tSGjuR

Olukoyede lamented the rising prevalence of online fraud in youths and warned that the consequences would be severe for both the victims and the entire country.

He emphasized that these crimes sabotage the country’s development objectives, sabotage foreign investment, and harm Nigeria’s reputation.

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Students should use the internet for productive and creative endeavors rather than criminal activities, according to the chairman of the anti-graft agency, adding that they must be a part of the solution.

The youth should develop concepts and viewpoints that can lead to economic development and growth.

Students must become change agents and active foot soldiers against corruption, he said, “but students must not engage in cybercrime that destabilizes the economy,” he said. This includes working as whistle-blowers and gathering intelligence.

Additionally, Professor Sunday Olowo Samuel, Ambrose Alli University’s Acting Vice Chancellor, gave remarks that praised the EFCC and other event organizers.

The foundation of academic excellence, personal development, and future successes is “a safe campus environment.” He said that it is our collective responsibility to make sure that our institutions are safe havens for learning and free from physical and digital threats.

Ojumoola Miracle Timileyin, NANS JCC Chairman, thanked the Commission for educating the students.

Everyone who saw you with us felt your impact, he said, “and it was truly an honor to have you there.”

Umaru Bago, the governor of Niger State, has set the record for the Mokwa Local Government Area’s recent devastating flood victims’ receiving donations of aid and compensation checks.

Governor Bago described the incident as one of the most tragic and heartbreaking events in the state’s recent history, speaking for his Deputy Yakubu Garba at the ceremony holding the state’s flag.

He noted that 280 homes and 31 shops were destroyed by the flood, which swept through the historic town and claimed 209 lives. 3,534 people were displaced by the flood.

We recall the tragic event that shook Mokwa’s very foundation, with a sober heart. Although the governor was quoted as saying, “We are determined to rebuild and recover from this catastrophe.”

Read more about the over 1, 000 people who were directly affected by the Mokwa Flood Disaster, according to the Niger government.

Governor Bago approved a $1 billion compensation fund for affected households and an additional $ 7 billion for the reconstruction of crucial infrastructure, including roads and bridges that were completely destroyed by the flood.

He made it known that each of the 458 affected households would receive $1 million, along with 25 bags of various grains, including: 10 bags of rice, 5 bags of maize, 5 bags of sorghum, and 5 bags of millet.

The governor also ordered the next of kin of all the 209 deceased victims to receive 1 million dollars each as a kind gesture.

Additionally, 500 000 will be given to each of the 31 shops and 280 damaged houses for reconstruction.

A peace agreement between Tiv and Fulani tribes in Taraba State’s Gassol Local Government Area was facilited by the Commander 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke Brigadier General Kingsley Uwa.

The state’s efforts to promote peaceful coexistence among its various communities are reflected in the peace pact’s signing, which emphasizes the value of nonkinetic measures in resolving conflicts and strengthening relations with the state.

Following rising tensions and unresolved communal disputes between the Tiv and Fulani ethnic groups, the meeting was held at the 6 Brigade Headquarters Conference Room in Jalingo to discuss a sustainable course to peace.

The Brigade commander warned against breaking the law while holding the meeting. He also criticized the violent cycle.

He emphasized that no one or entity is required by the Constitution to carry out justice outside the law’s bounds.

All parties should serve as peace-promoting agents of development in their communities, according to Captain Olubodunde Oni, the acting assistant director of 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army Public Relations.

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He argued that a sense of coherence and mutual respect is the only way to achieve true security, growth, and prosperity.

The parties involved in the conflict agreed to support stability, encourage regular dialogue, and refrain from using their neighborhoods as a shield for criminal activity.

They pledged to provide timely information to security agencies and work together to stop conflict from re-emerging.

Abubakar Usman, the council’s chairman, praised the 6 Brigade Commander for initiating the peace process in the name of the Gassol communities. He praised the sacrifices and persistent efforts made by the Nigerian Army to keep peace and stability in the area, particularly the troops in the 6 Brigade.