Saraki unveils 500-seater ICT centre built by Bauchi PDP gov candidate
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At a glance
- A former Nigerian Senate President, Bukola Saraki, commissioned a 500-seater ICT center in Bauchi State.
- The center was built by Usman Suphi, the Peoples Democratic Party's governorship candidate for Bauchi.
- Saraki praised Suphi's commitment to youth empowerment and education, urging youths to utilize the facility.
A new 500-seater Information and Communication Technology Centre, built by the Peoples Democratic Party's governorship candidate in Bauchi State, Usman Suphi, was commissioned on Sunday by former Senate President Bukola Saraki.
Dr Saraki asked me to extend his congratulations to the people of Bauchi for having a great son like Usman Suphi.
Saraki, represented by a former Acting National Chairman of the PDP, Kawu Baraje, congratulated Bauchi State residents on having Suphi as a son. He commended Suphi's dedication to youth empowerment, education, and community development, calling the initiative commendable. Baraje conveyed Saraki's message, highlighting Saraki's advocacy for youth empowerment and education.
Dr Saraki is known to be an advocate of youth empowerment and education. Therefore, for him to be here today is an honour.
Suphi described the ICT and Computer-Based Test Centre as a symbol of hope and opportunity, emphasizing education and empowerment as crucial investments. The center is equipped with new laptops for each seat, a Local Area Network, and other necessary accessories for computer-based tests. Suphi stated the facility aims to adapt to digital advancements and enhance the exposure of students in Azare, Bauchi State, and surrounding communities.
He expressed his gratitude to Suphi for his foresight, capacity, knowledge and love for his people, which motivated him to embark on this project.
"The future belongs to societies that embrace knowledge, innovation and technology," Suphi said. "Our objective is to ensure that the young people of Azare, Bauchi State and beyond are not spectators in the digital revolution but active participants and future leaders." He added that the facility would enable students to take computer-based exams and acquire digital skills, professional certifications, and competencies in emerging technologies. Suphi noted the project aligns with the Assufiyya Humanitarian Foundation's philosophy of service to humanity, stressing that sustainable development requires community and philanthropic efforts to complement public initiatives.
The future belongs to societies that embrace knowledge, innovation and technology. Our objective is to ensure that the young people of Azare, Bauchi State and beyond are not spectators in the digital revolution but active participants and future leaders.
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