Niger Delta
Businessman Launches Anti-Fake News Platform

A businessman, Mr Nzan Ogbe, has launched a social media platform that would among other things, counter the scourge of fake news in the country.
The platform, FacesofNaija, was launched in Calabar, the capital of Cross River State
Ogbe, who is the Chairman of the FacesofNaija, said aside dealing with the challenges of fake news, the FacesofNaija was built with the intent of connecting Nigerians to their community irrespective of their current locations.
Ogbe said the platform was a community driven one that would provide Nigerians with alternative social media platforms for easy communication.
According to him, “convenience, integration and a great user experience is a key reason for the evolution of social media platforms.
“These three pillars are central to all major growth that has been seen from all the great platforms that has maintained a rapid audience of users.
“The Nigerian social media stage has been begging for a social media platform that embraces these tenants and allows Nigerians the scope of influence experienced by their peers.
“FacesofNaija was birthed with these tenets in mind. FacesofNaija promises a unique user experience never before seen in the Nigerian social media landscape.
“The company intends to create a platform that is community-driven, powered by verifiable news, a virtual tour ability and so much more.
“Social media platforms are the norm these days for their global accessibility. However, FacesofNaija will be Nigeria’s first dynamic social media platform.”
He said the platform was a bridge between Nigerians and their community by allowing them get first hand information from their community.
“The platform also features indigenous newspaper reviews and global breaking news to keep people abreast of current happenings in the nation and world at large.This was situated to counter the scourge of fake news and its implications,” he stated.
The Chairman further said Facesofnaija also inculcates general populace features like games, a marketplace, jobs, groups, live streaming among others.
“All these and more are locked up in this brand new experience which can be downloaded in Playstore or Appstore,” Ogbe explained.
Similarly, the Chairman said the company has also introduced a new media experience; the 3D virtual tour that would allow users visit tourist sites, hotels, schools, religious institutions and landmarks.
According to him, “This unique feature brings a new experience not available on more popular platforms by allowing users have first hand experience of different destinations, events and locations as if physically present.
“From 360 degrees video of event and scenery to a tour placement of which you can move to any place within the tour with just a click”, he said.
Niger Delta
NDDC Begins N50,000 Monthly Payment To 10,000 N’Delta Youths

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has begun the payment of N50,000 monthly stipends to 10,000 indigenous youths from the Niger Delta under its Youths Internship Scheme.
The Director of Corporate Affairs at the NDDC, Mrs Seledi Thompson-Wakama, disclosed this to journalists in Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital, yesterday.
She explained that the beneficiaries would undergo practical, hands-on training across the various organisations for 12 months to develop critical skills.
Recall that during the inauguration of the scheme on July 31, 2024, Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, had announced the Federal Government’s approval of a N50,000 monthly stipend for the trainees.
According to Thompson-Wakama, the commission has successfully completed the selection process and has begun placing trainees in organisations to gain practical experience.
“Consequently, with the completion of these phases, the payment of the monthly stipends has also commenced,” she announced.
She revealed that the 10,000 beneficiaries were transparently selected from over 3.2 million youths who registered for the empowerment programme.
“This unprecedented response highlights the immense potential and aspirations of our youths to improve themselves.
“NDDC remains steadfast in ensuring this life-changing opportunity reaches the most deserving candidates, creating a lasting impact and paving the way for a brighter future,” she stated.
Thompson-Wakama explained that the scheme had enabled the commission to collate essential data, including the qualifications, skills, interests, needs, and employment status of the youths in the region.
The data, she explained, would guide the commission in designing programmes tailored to address the unique challenges faced by young people.
She disclosed that the NDDC partnered with KPMG, a global audit and consultancy firm, to enhance the commission’s corporate governance framework.
“KPMG has produced a Governance Advisory Report that will serve as a tool to support the commission’s transition from a transaction-based to a transformation-focussed policy,” Thompson-Wakama added.
The director commended the youths for their patience and cooperation during the selection process for the scheme.
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