Thelma Igbo the Resource person for the UNESCO YOUTH MOBILE PROJECTS IN Nigeria,she tells us more about the Project.

Thelma Igbo is grateful to the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for the opportunity to be part of the #youthmobilenaija project as a resource person this January.

The Youth mobile Nigeria project hopes to reduce unemployment in the country with the training of youths on MobileApps development and entrepreneurship

Teaching young girls and boys to create mobile apps for sustainable development. "Did you know? The next 1 billion new internet connections will be from mobile devices in the hands of young people from developing countries." The YouthMobile Initiative builds on the experience of many worldwide initiatives that introduce young people to computer science programming (learning-to-code) and problem solving (coding-to-learn). It also seeks to build on experiences targeting young women who are vastly underrepresented in this field.

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Meet Marialice Curran Co Founder of Digital Citizenship Summit

The Digital Citizenship Institute is committed to promoting social good through the use of technology and social media. Turning the tide away from the negative stories on cyberbullying, sexting, trolling, tech addiction and inappropriate uses of technology, the Institute extends this conversation to amplify the positive. Viewing social media as a powerful learning tool, the focus is on encouraging practical solutions for students, schools and all communities. We do this by embedding core skills and concepts into all grades and subjects, putting ideas into action and transforming problems into opportunities.


The Digital Citizenship Institute provides a community-driven approach to educating and empowering digital citizens to solve problems in local, global and digital communities. The Digital Citizenship Institute turns negatives into positives with a focus on social good and further helps to transform participants into designers, creative thinkers, global collaborators, problem solvers and justice-oriented digital citizens.


By embedding Dr. Mike Ribble's nine elements of digital citizenship into best practices, research, curriculum and instruction, professional development, digital citizenship experiences, workshops & events, we transform digital citizens into digital leaders. Our team is focused on building communities of best practice.


Our services include: Research & Best Practices, Curriculum and Instruction, Consulting, Coaching & Professional Development, Digital Citizenship Experiences including workshops & events, DigCitKids (digital citizenship for kids by kids) Student Centered Curriculum, Activities & Challenges, Digital Citizenship Community Development and Keynote & Speaking Opportunities.

Construction of Roads Regularly can prevent Flooding. DELTA State Nigeria community project on how to avoid Flooding

TESTIMONY OF AN EYE WITNESS

ASABA FLOODING. : WHAT IS THIS OKOWA GOVT DOING ABOUT IT?

Akamesike Manuel O'coney

Before you allow people who live in anger and envy to start polluting your mind about the issue of flooding in Asaba, always take your time to ask yourself some vital questions. For the benefit of those outside the state and who rely on information from the social or print media or even gossips to know what is happening in the state, I am bringing to you the current situation of things from Asaba.

I was there, I saw it and I spoke with the engineers. I am bold to say that Gov OKOWA'S govt is doing something big about the flooding. The govt is committed to tackling the issue . As at today, I can conveniently tell you that the Chukwuma Nzeogwu and DLA roads including Jesus Saves road have been concluded and as soon as this underground drainage/storm water control is completed, Asaba will be having these 3 roads in place. The 2 next major roads that will be following after these are Mariam Babangida Way and the Asaba-Kwale road.

Yes, I can confidently say it that the govt of Gov Okowa is doing something seriously concerning the issue of Asaba flooding. Do not allow those who in their true mind never liked or supported the development of Asaba to try using politics to deceive you about the true intent of this govt towards Asaba development.

Things may not have been running at the speed we all expected but the truth remains that something is happening.

Before they start twisting your thoughts about the above pictures and assertion, what you see here is real. There are not photoshopped. Take a drive or walk to Old Anwai road around the FMC,Asaba and you will see this wonder.

When next they come with issue of flooding in Asaba or they bring any of those old pictures of flooding in Asaba, quietly tell them that I, Akamesike said that govt is tackling the issue seriously. Do not let them get away free with their political propaganda. Speaking to me, one of the expatriate engineers handling the project assured me that when this project is completed, the case of flooding in Asaba will become a thing of the past.

Note it down again . When they bring up the flooding issue in Asaba as if they really care about Asaba development, tell them to their face that the Dr OKOWA'S govt is seriously tackling that problem and very soon, the flooding you see in Asaba now, you will see it no more.

Speaking to me on a "Bare it all" interview, Gov Okowa reiterated his honest commitment to the development of the state capital and entire state for as long as our resources permits.

He deserves our support. Criticise him constructively and use the Public Bureau Service to share your ideas on how best the state can be served. It is our state and governors come and go.

Stop throwing stones carelessly but rather gather your stones and take it to the Public Bureau Service . The state needs all of us. Be a positive Deltan.

IT SHALL GET BETTER FOR US AND OUR LAND!

(THE YOUNG CLIMATE HEROES) THE BOOK WRITTEN BY BABAJIDE OLUWASE,UN YOUTH ADVOCATE ON CLIMATE RELATED ISSUE & DRR IN AFRICA

The Young Climate Heroes – Babajide Oluwase

For a long time, Nigeria’s environmental condition has witnessed a drastic change in temperature, climatic patterns, and weather conditions. These conditions have been intensified by human-induced activities like poor waste management, eco-illiteracy, deforestation, and open-air burning. Rather than complain about the issue, Babajide Oluwase would choose to do otherwise. His interest in environmental advocacy stemmed from various environmental activities involved as an advocate right from his high school days.
“The journey started during my secondary school days back in 2008. I was inducted as one of the carefully-chosen inaugural members of the Climate Change Club (CCC) in Lagos, a signature project of former Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola, SAN, says Babajide. “Engagement with this group helped me realize the impact of global warming and climate change on humans and the environment”
As a teenager then, he was consumed by an urgent fear as well as the urge to do everything possible to increase awareness and reduce the negative impact of climate change so that every stakeholder (individuals, government and businesses) know the role they must play to save the environment.

Since 2012, Babajide has actively worked with over a dozen environmentalists to sensitize different stakeholder groups about climate change using observable examples around as teaching tools. He however, continued to experience setbacks especially as it concerned stepping down this knowledge in ways that children would effectively understand and appreciate it. He knew he had to do something about getting the next generation involved in this cause.
In 2016, Babajide published a book titled “Young Climate Heroes” using story and comical illustration to simplify technical terms underlying climate change, to enable children easily understand. In the words of 7 year old Gloria who read the book, “I adore Young Climate Heroes because I have learnt about making the world healthy by recycling our garbage to something useful”. This reaffirms one’s conviction on the need to educate the next generation about climate change.
Remarkably, over 6000 secondary school students have been educated through this book in the last two years. To sustain the impact accomplished and replicate the gains of the book across various Nigerian communities, Babajide is working with other environmental advocates to start a ”Green Heroes Club” in secondary schools. The aim is to identify and empower interested students and teachers to start and sustain environmental projects in schools and communities.

Catching Them Young is one of the best ways to achieve a sustainable environment in communities as young people are in the best position to drive a real movement towards sustainability. Babajide has proven that local problems are best solved locally. Rather than complain, you can decide to proffer solution to just one problem faced in your community today. His plan is to continue to strengthen engagement with the public on various environmental issues and to be the voice leading positive change in this space in decades to come.

First Bank Nigeria Supporting Humanitarian Activities in Nigeria

In Nigeria one bank that has been supporting humanitarian activities is the First Bank of Nigeria,apart from its credible banking system it has shown its weight behind good humanitarian activities, like voluntary blood donation and other form of surport via humanitarian.

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Training Adviser Ikorodu Division & Commandant St Monica Ikorodu suspended,fallout of the NRS Ikorodu Divisional training held on 20th Jan 2018

The following appointment were made today at the Ikorodu Divisional training held at St Andrew detachment Ikorodu.

Mrs Edith Azodo to act as assistant secretary.

Mr. Clifford Azuebgu to act as Divisional training advicer and Mr. S.Nsiagwai to work with the chairman as administrator.

PHOTO : MORE WOMEN EMPOWERED AROUND THE WORLD BY MYVERSASTYLES

Myversastyles is an international fashion website created specifically for highly 

fashionably women. . The goal of Myversastyles is to exceed the expectations of 

every shopper, by bringing the latest trends in fashion at a lower cost, better quality 

and the hottest trends in the fashion game. All Styles are inspired by Hollywood 

celebrities styles, the latest trends in hair styles, shoes and more. Keeping up with the 

trends on Myversastyles.com is the same thing as living a life of a super star. Women 

who shop at Myversastyles are fashion driven, ambitious, independent and they keep 

up with the latest trends. Myversastyles is here to make their lives easier with 

affordable and unique styles from the heart of fashion in America – California and 

New York. 

The founder of Myversastyles , Guiomar Sapi also carries a big passion for 

empowering women through fashion. She hopes to work with humanitarians from all 

around the world including Nigeria to educate young females about finding 

confidence within themselves and go after their dreams

Nigerian Nollywood Actress IFY UBAH to lead the move for a movie on Disaster Effects & DRR

Ify Nancy Ubah is a Nigerian nollyhwood actress and a professional model,she has featured in various films in the Nigerian & International Movie industry,her recent feature a movie called  “BEWARE” a story on Domestic Violence and how it affects children!!!!

She is leading the movement to create a short movie/documentary on Disaster Effects on the Community especially on the African Region where disasters have affected the region and caused lost of life and properties.

This movie is basically to create awareness on Disaster Risk Reduction and  the sedai implementation plan in the African Region.

There will be community consultation and also Regional consultation to
to see the best way the youth can be involve in this.

She is a member of the United Nation MGCY DRR W&C Africa and she is glad to play her part to ensure that there is Disaster Risk Reduction awareness through short movie/documentary and it will also be a good channel for Audience in that section to be aware about the Sendai frame work.

This movie has the surport of the United Nation MGCY and might likely be view at the GPDRR.

United Bank for Africa PLC(UBA)HR Trainees Recruitment 2018

Deadline:15th January, 2018.
United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) is one of Africa’s leading financial institutions, with operations in 19 African countries and 3 global financial centres: London, Paris and New York. From a single country organisation founded in 1949 in Nigeria UBA has grown to become a pan-African provider of financial services with over 11 million customers, through close to 1000 business offices and touch points globally.
In 2005, UBA was born through one of the biggest mergers on the African continent. capital markets with the business combination with Standard Trust Bank (STB) Plc. From the merger UBA has emerged as a Pan-African provides a full range of solutions and services that span the full value chain from retail to corporate. UBA is also the acclaimed leader in electronic payments in the sub-region.
We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:
Job Title: HR Trainee
Reference #: HCM001
Location: Lagos Island, Lagos
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Functions: Human Resources
Industries: Banking / Finance & Investment

The Founder of MyversaStyle planing to Empower women in Nigeria via Fashion

Founder of MYVERSASTYLE

               

                 

The Founder of my MyversaStyle plans to Empower women in
 Nigeria in all kinds of Fashion empowerment training,and she
 Also plan to extend her brand here in Nigeria as she is currently
 based in the United States of America.    

The founder of MyversaStyle has passion for humanitarian affairs and activities,and she is a blogger and she is originally from Angola but reside in the states.
       
Last year in September 2017 the brand name MyversaStyle was Lunched in Africa,Lagos Nigeria and the women empowerment program was projected.

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NEWS UPDATES : DRR Orientation Workshop For Children & Youth @ the Nigerian Redcross Youth Camp Ikorodu

UNITED NATION MGCY DRR W&C Africa
The United  Nation MGCY DRR W&C Africa working group in Nigeria organisesd a one day workshop for children and youth on
Disaster Risk Reduction Orientation for youth at the annual Nigerian Redcross Ikorodu Divisional Youth Jamboree Camp.

The programm was held at Kit & Kin Nursery  and Primary school ibeshe in Ikorodu Lagos Nigeria.
The  DRR orientation workshop started with youth being sensitized on Disaster Risk Reduction and implementation programm
on the sendai framework.
The Nigerian school curricullum and most school curricullum in Africa do not have DRR implementation plan and Disaster risk Management plan,this makes it a great oppportunity for the children and youth to be engaged and be informed on Disaster management and implementation plan,and also a critical look on SDG 9 and how the world can ensure less disasters and a safer environment for all.

Disaster and Risk managent orientation was one of the key area that the youth were engaged on base on different regions.
Some Regions in Africa are prone to Disasters, Regions like the Niger Delta region in Nigeria.

The number of participants at the workshop was 80 children and youth at the workshop
and they also engaged theirselfs on how they come together and also do more of campaigning to their fellow youth and to their local community.

The program was surported by the Nigerian Redcross Ikorodu Division, MasterPeace Romania,Belouga and Global Humanitarian Network.
the facilatators of the workshop are MR. FADARE (Disaster Relief Adviser)Nigerian Redcross Ikorodu Division.Mr. M. Gibson(Youth Coordinator)Nigerian Redcross Ikorodu Division. Mr.Adedeji (training adviser Nigerian Redcross Ikorodu)& Nigerian Redcross Instructor. Mr Nsiagwai Sunday (CO REGIONAL FOCAL POINT)UNITED NATION MGCY DRR W&C AFRICA.

The youth at the workshop ask more youth engagement and awareness on DRR in the Region.

Sukuta and Lamin Red Cross Links of West Coast Region Branch of The Gambia Red Cross society- recently concluded 6 days DRR training for 16 youth volunteers-

Sukuta and Lamin Red Cross Links of West Coast Region Branch of The Gambia Red Cross society- recently concluded 6 days DRR training for 16 youth volunteers- held from 25-30 Dec. 2017 at Sukuta Upper and Senior Sec. School. 

The training was facilitated by Bubacarr Singhateh, the youth representative of WCR Red Cross, specialized in Disaster Management- who also doubles as the RFP for WCA HA WG of UNMGCY. 

The objective of this training was to:
- build the capacity of volunteers with the necessary skills and knowledge in the field of DM (DRR) 
- build community resilience through dissemination of DRR messages and training 
of communities 
- strengthen the already available capacity for effective response to disasters/emergencies 
- identify, analyze and communicate the hazards within communities for effective hazard mitigation and prevention where possible. 

The training covered the following areas:
1. Brief history of the Red Cross Movement 
2. Terminologies and concepts of DM
3. Presentations on Disaster Risk Reduction
4. Flood Preparedness
5. Risk and hazard mapping (field exercise)
6. Beneficiary identification and registration 
7. Beneficiaries targeting 
8. Relief Management
9. Code of conduct for Int'l NGOs, Red Cross and humanitarian organizations involved in humanitarian response
10. Gender-Based Violence in Humanitarian Settings

At the end of the training, the following outcomes were realized: 
- volunteers are now able to distinguish between a risk, hazard, disaster/emergency, and an event 
- also able to determine vulnerabilities, thus leading to community resilience 
- mapped out different hazards faced by the community
- developed an early warning indicator for the community to better prepare for flood events
- 16 volunteers trained in DRR and their general understanding of the volunteers on DM, DRR and GBV, widened.

Written by
Bubacarr Singhateh,