Mrs. Warrens, who represents Bayelsa State among the newly appointed Federal Permanent Secretaries, has been deployed to the Political and Economic Affairs Office under the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF).

Speaking at the event, the Special Guest of Honour and Honourable Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande Wisdom, described Mrs. Warrens as a diligent, hardworking, and peace-loving administrator whose contributions significantly impacted youth development initiatives across Nigeria.

According to the minister, Mrs. Warrens played key roles in several youth-focused programmes that positively affected young people nationwide during her time as a Director in the ministry.

Also speaking, Shamsedeen Babatunde Ogunjimi, the Accountant General of the Federation, expressed delight that Mrs. Warrens emerged from the Treasury House system, describing her appointment as a testament to professionalism and dedication in public service.

In her remarks, Mrs. Bekearedebo Augusta Warrens described her appointment as a call to greater service, responsibility, and accountability, especially in her new role within the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.

Earlier, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, represented by the Permanent Secretary, General Services Office, Ibrahim Abubakar Kana, formally received Mrs. Warrens into the OSGF. He urged her to work closely with the management team and relevant stakeholders, stressing that collaboration remains critical to achieving the statutory mandates and policy objectives of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

He further charged her to bring her wealth of experience to bear in advancing effective governance and service delivery in her new office.

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The Chairman of NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retd.), made the call in a keynote address delivered on his behalf by the agency’s Director of Drug Demand Reduction, Dr. Ngozi Madubuike. This was during the opening session of a three-day Drug Prevention, Treatment and Care (DPTC) training, organized by the NDLEA in collaboration with the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) on Sunday in Abuja.

Marwa emphasized that introducing drug tests at NYSC camps would serve as a deterrent to drug use and assist in identifying those in need of intervention and support.

“The NYSC is a critical platform in shaping the future of our youth. Introducing mandatory drug tests will ensure we are sending responsible and drug-free graduates into the workforce,” he stated.

Dr. Madubuike further noted that early detection through testing would play a crucial role in curbing drug dependence and preventing its long-term consequences among young Nigerians.

The NDLEA has expressed concern over the increasing involvement of young people—particularly students and recent graduates—in drug-related offenses. According to the agency, the proposal aligns with its broader strategy of prevention, early intervention, and rehabilitation.

While many stakeholders have applauded the proposal as a proactive move, others have raised concerns about issues such as privacy, implementation logistics, and potential stigmatization.

An NYSC official source confirmed that the proposal is under review and reiterated the scheme’s commitment to ensuring a safe and development-focused environment for corps members.

If approved, the drug testing initiative may be implemented as early as the next orientation exercise.

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Tinubu also approved the nomination of Ayodele Olawande to serve as the Minister of State for Youth, pending his confirmation by the Senate.

Jamila Bio Ibrahim is a medical doctor and most recently served as the President of the Progressive Young Women Forum, PYWF. She has also served as the Senior Special Assistant to the Kwara State Governor on Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs.

Ayodele Olawande on the other hand is a community development expert and youth leader in the governing All Progressives Congress, APC.

He most recently served in the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Innovation from 2019 to 2023.

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Mr Eragbe’s suspension was disclosed in a letter released by the party leadership across its social platforms on Friday, even though it was dated 18 October.

His deputy, Kennedy Ahanotu, has been appointed to act in an interim capacity.

In the letter signed by the LP National Secretary, Umar Ibrahim, the party said Mr Eragbe was found culpable following the report submitted by a disciplinary committee and has been suspended for six months.

“You may wish to recall that on the 14th of October, 2022, the National Working Committee of the party met and has among other matters deliberated on the allegations of misconduct labelled against you as the National Youth Leader of the Labour Party. A disciplinary committee was constituted to look into your matter and report to the National Chairman.

National Publicity Secretary of the Party Comrade, Abayomi Arabambi, on Friday also explained that the Youth Leader was suspended for various acts bordering on criminality.

“He forged the signature of the National Chairman and National Secretary with which he carried out unofficial assignments, Abayomi said.

“He issued certificates to groups unknown to the leadership of the party without the approval of the National Working Committee or the National Chairman.

“He launched a fund mobilisation website to receive funds without the approval of the National Working Committee or the National Chairman.

“He wrote several letters to some individuals without the approval of the National Working Committee or the National Chairman.”

The suspended Youth Leader has however denied these charges.

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