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Ex-NTA MD, Loko bags PHD, charges people on education
The former Managing Director of Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) TV Enterprises, Mr. Maxwell Loko, has bagged PhD in Political Economy and Development Studies from Nasarawa State University, Keffi.
Loko also called on all to give priority to education, make it a passion with interest no matter their age and circumstances.
He made the call while addressing journalists at the 6th Convocation ceremony of Nasarawa State University, Keffi held Thursday at the Convocation Center of the school.
According to him, “For me, it is more than just a degree for financial benefits. That’s why it is quite common for you to hear a lot of successful people telling you not to aim for the money.
“Instead, you should do something you are passionate about. It takes great deal of hard work and determination to keep on going, especially when the odds are stacked against you, but if you are doing something that you love, you are naturally going to succeed.
“Growing up with my siblings, our parents always encouraged us to see beyond the limitations of their very little education but rather to surpass their bar. As parents today therefore, we should strive to set the bar for our children in all aspects of live. So beyond self fulfilment, there is this driving force to motivate the young ones especially those who see us as role models, to achieve irrespective of age.” Loko submitted.
In his address at the program, the Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor Suleiman Bala Muhammad, thanked everyone for coming and charged convocating students to remain true Ambassadors of the school, adding that it was a result of the school acknowledgement of their doggedness and meritorious contributions towards research work that is outstanding which is the reason for this event today.
The former MD said, nothing should be seen as hindrance to anyone’s life pursuit and ambition, not even age nor lack, adding that wrong assumption and comparison had made so many people failures even before they start.
“No matter your age for example, you are, never too young or too old to achieve something significant in your life and be successful. There will always be people who will tell you that it is not possible. But remember, Zuckerberg did say, “I started Facebook when I was 19”.
“The point is, age is nothing but a number. Just because Mark is young does not disqualify him from being richer than 99% of the planet’s population. The same thing applies to all of us. Just because you are senior does not necessarily mean that your life is over; it does not mean that you cannot achieve greatness even in your older years”. He said!
According to Dr. Loko, no knowledge is a waste rather a personal preparation for an opportunity especially now that every sector in the world requires leadership at all levels that are knowledge driven.
“When you say yes to an opportunity, you have to be prepared to do all the work that is required to keep your end of the bargain. However, with commitment and hard work, this habit will be beneficial for your growth.
He also appreciate God, colleagues, course mates, friends and family members, especially his immediate family: his wife and children for their supports at different levels and understanding which is the reason for this success.
“Today history is made for me, obtaining PhD in Political Economy and Development Studies naturally come with a deep sense of fulfilment, especially now that Nigeria more than ever before, requires leadership at different levels that are knowledge driven. Be it at the Federal, State or Local governments.
We hope the Nigeria of tomorrow will take advantage of the abundant knowledge and skills to put the country on the path of economic development.
‘It doesn’t come easy though, because it requires several years of academic research, doggedness and patience”.
He called on the people of his age and retirees like him not to waste the rest of their lives as if all hope are lost rather to take up the challenges and engage in meaningful ventures that will change their fortunes and add value to their life again after successful retirement.
“But to people of my own age I say this specifically: don’t waste the rest of your life staring at the television screen. There’s so much more you can do”. Loko said.
Senator representing Kogi East Senatorial District, Jibrin Isah Echocho, has congratulated Muslim faithful for the successful completion of this year Ramadan fast, urging them to celebrate the Sallah in love, and unity across our communities.
Echocho in a statement madeavailable to CAPITALPOST in Lokoja o Sunday, described the Ramadan period as stressful, but deserving, because it is the only period for spiritual reflection on abstinence from immorality, sincere sacrifice and supplications to Allah.
He added that, Ramadan symbolises Allah’s way of teaching humanity on virtuous living, where people keep away from all forms of comfort to appreciate what the less privileged experience and deprivation they suffers daily.
He task Muslims to extend the lessons of Ramadan to the way we live with our neighbours.
“Let’s seek peace at all times and promote unity of purpose in our society” the Lawmaker demanded.
“May the celebration brings sustainable peace to our homes, my district, Kogi State and Nigeria, he concluded.
The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio has commended Senator Basheer Lado, for redefining the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, stating that, for the first time in a long while, the office is fully meeting its expectations.
Speaking during his visit to the office of the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters accompanied by distinguished senators, Akpabio described the visit as a significant step in strengthening Executive-Legislative relations.
He praised the Special Adviser and his team for maintaining the confidentiality of communications between the President and Senate, and also, ensuring a seamless flow of information. He further emphasized that the office is now more result-oriented.
Additionally, he acknowledged the office’s diligent efforts in tracking all Bills passed by the Senate and assented to by the President, underscoring its critical role in legislative efficiency.
Expressing his satisfaction, Akpabio noted that he and the Senate delegation were proud of the office’s achievements and looked forward to sustaining the existing cordial and productive relationship between the Executive and the Legislature throughout the administration.
In recognition of his exemplary leadership, Senator Lado presented an Award of Excellence to Senator Akpabio.
In his remarks, Senator Lado reaffirmed his commitment to fostering a harmonious working relationship between the Executive and the Legislature. He lauded Akpabio for his unwavering dedication to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda—defending it with clarity, articulating it with passion, and advancing it through legislative action.
Ahead of the 2025 political party Congresses, Plateau State Chapter of the Labour Party (LP) stakeholders has endorsed the defection of the candidate of the party in the 2023 general elections and the leader of Justice and Rebirth, Barr Gyang Zi SAN, to the All Progressive Congress (APC) with the view to key into the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu.
They made the call in a communique issued at the end of the enlarge meeting of the stakeholders from Plateau North senatorial zone at the residence of Barr. Gyang Zi in Rayfield Jos.
The communique which was jointly signed by Dr. Ayiki Sati Director General, Justice and Rebirth and
Barr. Samuel Galadima- 2024 Chairmanship candidate of Jos East LGA among others said the call became imperative on the sideline of the leadership tussle at the National Level which violates the core principles and values for the formation of the Party as an alternative for Nigeria for the protection, sustenance of democracy and Social Justice.
They regretted that the leadership tussle has also divided the party into factions leaving party loyalists and supporters in the state of despondency and confusion not knowing where they belong.
Our correspondent reports that the gathering included LP candidates from the 2023/2024 general elections, party executives, and support groups from the six local government areas of the Northern Senatorial District.
Besides, the focus of the discussions was centered on the state of the Labour Party at both national and state levels and the need for political realignment ahead of the 2025 party congresses and conventions.
The stakeholders further frowned at the structural weaknesses in LP and resolved to advise Barr Gyang Zi, to leave the party and join the APC while expressing confidence that the APC would provide him with a platform to advance good governance in the state .
The communique also emphasized the importance of political consultations, particularly with APC leaders at both state and national levels. It called for collaboration with Plateau State APC leaders, including Minister of Humanitarian Affairs Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe, Sen. Simon Bako Lalong, Sen. Diket Plang, and other party officials.
According to the communique, supporters of Barr Gyang Zi also pledged to mobilize grassroots support for the APC, stating that their leader’s defection would strengthen the party in the state.
They urged the APC leadership to formally receive Gyang Zi and his supporters into the party, marking their official transition from the Labour Party.
Stakeholders also reiterated the need for inclusive governance, ensuring that youths, women, and less privileged individuals are sidelined in the democratic process and accordingly officially denounced their membership in the Labour Party, declaring their support for the APC.
They assured that all LP structures aligned with Gyang Zi would follow suit, shifting their loyalty to the ruling party in the state and at the National level.
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