Empowerment: Forum To Disburse N20m To Youths, Women In Kebbi

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March 3, 2024

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The Kebbi Forum of Special Advisers to Gov. Nasir Idris says it will donate N20 million to assist youths and women in line with the empowerment programme of the governor.

The Chairman of the forum, Alhaji Kabiru Sani-Giant made this known at a meeting organised by the advisers in Birnin Kebbi on Saturday.

He said the gesture was with a view to making people self-reliant in the state.

Sani-Giant said: “This gesture is in consonance with the policy thrust of His Excellency, Gov. Nasir Idris directed towards collective leadership to mitigate the effects of present economic hardship faced by the people.

“It is also aimed at bringing succour to the people, reduce poverty, support many families as well as empower men and women to engage in commercial activities, especially during the Holy Month of Ramadan.”

Sani-Giant expressed delight over the decision and unity of purpose of the members in their support and loyalty to the Idris-led administration.

He assured the readiness of the advisers to extend unflinching support to Gov. Idris to enable him achieve good governance and uplift the general well-being of the people.

“I want to tell you with full confidence that the governor is proud of us, and he is watching with keen interest of what we are doing to support his developmental strides in the state.

“What we have set out to do is in line with his empowerment agenda, to reduce poverty and assist people, particularly the masses in the society,” he noted.

The chairman thanked the governor for affording the special advisers the opportunity to serve the people under his leadership.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the special advisers had constituted an 11 man member committee to determine the number, category of beneficiaries as well as amount to be disbursed to each person.

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JUST IN: After 56 Days in Captivity, Ogbomoso Pupils and Teachers Regain Freedom, Presidency Confirms—-The Nigerian Presidency has confirmed that all pupils and teachers abducted during the May 15 attack on schools in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, have regained their freedom following coordinated rescue operations by security agencies.

Presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, announced the development on Friday via his official X account, stating that the victims had been successfully rescued after spending weeks in captivity.

The mass abduction occurred on May 15, 2026, when heavily armed men riding motorcycles and dressed in military camouflage stormed three schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The attackers invaded Baptist Nursery and Primary School in Yawota, Community Grammar School in Esiele, and L.A. Primary School in Ahoro-Esiele, firing gunshots to create panic before whisking away dozens of pupils and teachers.

Among those kidnapped were children as young as two years old, alongside at least seven teachers, in one of the most shocking school abductions recorded in Nigeria’s southwest region.

The assailants reportedly marched their captives into the forests surrounding Old Oyo National Park, an area increasingly associated with the activities of armed criminal groups. The incident triggered widespread fear across affected communities, forcing schools to close indefinitely as worried parents withdrew their children from classrooms.

The abduction sparked national outrage, with civil society organizations, activists, celebrities, and concerned citizens demanding urgent intervention from authorities. The Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) also declared an indefinite strike in Oyo State, insisting on stronger security measures to protect schools and educational workers.

In response, a joint security operation involving the Nigerian Army, Amotekun Corps, police personnel, and local hunters was launched. Security operatives reportedly engaged the kidnappers in a series of confrontations as efforts intensified to secure the safe return of the victims.

The successful rescue marks the end of a traumatic ordeal that gripped Oyo State and drew attention to the persistent threat of school abductions in parts of the country. Families, community leaders, and education stakeholders have welcomed the development, while calls continue for improved security around schools to prevent similar incidents in the future.

The Presidency has yet to release full details of the rescue operation, but the announcement has brought relief to families and communities who endured weeks of uncertainty following the abduction.

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Argentina Stun Egypt with Three-Goal Blitz, Messi Leads Heroic Comeback

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Argentina Stun Egypt with Three-Goal Blitz, Messi Leads Heroic Comeback—-The defending champions looked destined for elimination after falling 2-0 behind to Egypt, but Lionel Messi inspired a breathtaking late comeback as Argentina scored three goals in the final 11 minutes to win 3-2 and keep their World Cup title defence alive.

Argentina produced one of the most dramatic comebacks of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, recovering from a two-goal deficit to defeat Egypt 3-2 in an unforgettable Round of 16 clash and book their place in the quarter-finals. Lionel Messi once again proved the difference, scoring the equaliser after earlier missing a penalty before Enzo Fernández completed the remarkable turnaround in stoppage time.

The reigning world champions dominated possession from the opening whistle but were stunned in the 15th minute when Yasser Ibrahim rose above Lisandro Martínez to power home a header from Marwan Attia’s corner. Argentina had the perfect opportunity to respond six minutes later after Nicolás Tagliafico won a penalty, but Egyptian goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir guessed correctly to deny Messi from the spot—his second penalty miss of the tournament. Shobeir continued his outstanding performance before halftime, producing excellent saves to frustrate Alexis Mac Allister and Julián Álvarez as Egypt carried a 1-0 lead into the break.

Egypt thought they had doubled their advantage early in the second half, only for Mostafa Zico’s effort to be ruled out following a VAR review. The Pharaohs refused to be discouraged, however, and eventually found a second goal in the 67th minute when Zico finished a swift counterattack after brilliant work from Mohamed Salah and Haissem Hassan, leaving Argentina facing a shock World Cup exit.

With time running out, Lionel Scaloni’s side mounted an extraordinary fightback. Cristian Romero sparked hope in the 79th minute, rising unmarked to head home Messi’s inviting free-kick. Four minutes later, Messi redeemed his earlier penalty miss by firing a powerful effort that clipped the goalkeeper’s gloves before crashing in off the underside of the crossbar to level the score at 2-2 and ignite wild celebrations among the Argentina supporters.

As extra time loomed, Argentina completed the impossible. Deep into stoppage time, Lautaro Martínez delivered a pinpoint cross into the penalty area where Enzo Fernández arrived to guide a composed header into the bottom corner, sealing a sensational 3-2 victory and one of the greatest comeback wins in World Cup knockout history.

The victory keeps Argentina’s hopes of retaining the World Cup alive and sends them into the quarter-finals, where they will face the winner of Switzerland and Colombia. For Egypt, it was a devastating end to a superb performance, having come within minutes of eliminating the defending champions before Argentina’s late surge turned the match on its head.

Messi’s goal not only rescued Argentina but also added another chapter to his extraordinary World Cup legacy. Despite the missed penalty, the 39-year-old captain delivered when his nation needed him most, inspiring a comeback that will be remembered as one of the defining moments of the 2026 tournament.

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