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Nigeria First Ladies 2013 by Rapmaestro(m): 10:58pm On Mar 13, 2013 |
{1.} Patience Faka Jonathan (born 25 October 1957) is the current First Lady of Nigeria and a permanent secretary in her native Bayelsa state. She is married to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan. Education Born in Port Harcourt, she earned her school certificate in 1976, and passed the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) in 1980 {for where? Omo I doubt it jorh}. In 1989, she obtained the National Certificate of Education (NCE) in Mathematics and Biology from the Rivers State College of Arts and Science, Port Harcourt {Omo, shey na true?}. She then proceeded to the University of Port Harcourt and studied Biology and Psychology {*FAINTS* so she even go university, probably of english-gun shooting?}. Career Jonathan started her career as a teacher at the Stella Maris College, Port Harcourt and Sports Institute Isake. She then moved to the banking sector in 1997, where she established the first community bank in Port Harcourt called the Akpo Community Bank. She served as Marketing Manager of Imiete Community Bank. She returned to the classroom briefly again as teacher. Eventually she was transferred to the Bayelsa State Ministry of Education, where she served until 29 May 1999 when her husband became the Deputy Governor of the state. On 12 July 2012, she became a permanent secretary in her native Bayelsa state. She and her husband have two children. Philanthropic work Jonathan has been recognized locally, nationally and internationally for her philanthropic work andpolitical pragmatism. {and incorrect english, no be me talk am o}. She received the “Beyond The Tears” International Humanitarian Award New York, USA, in 2008, for her role in the global fight against HIV/AIDS; the African Goodwill Ambassador Award (Los Angeles, USA, 2008) and the recipient of the "Wind of Change" Award from the South/South Women’s Organization. When Goodluck Jonathan served as Governor between 2005 and 2007, Patience Jonathan served the state in the capacity of the first Lady of Bayelsa State. During this period, she founded many philanthropic and women empowerment programs, among them are the A-Aruere Reachout Foundation (AARF), which she set up to improve the status and earning capacity of Nigerian women and youths. The foundation already has its focus on supporting and assisting children with heart-related problems. Money laundering allegations In 2006, Jonathan came under investigation for money laundering. Anti-corruption officials alleged that she tried to launder some $13.5m (£8.5m). Jonathan, then the First Lady of Bayelsa, was taken into custody at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. She was not convicted of any crime and officials insist that the case is an "old one". Other It was announced 4 September 2012, the she was hospitalized in Germany following a severe bout of food poisoning that's lasted for days. Jonathan fell sick about 10 days earlier, following her hosting a summit of first ladies from across Africa. Jonathan was discharged from the Horst Schmidt Klinik in Wiesbaden on 2 October 2012. Courtesy: [url]en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patience_Jonathan[/url]
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Re: Nigeria First Ladies 2013 by Rapmaestro(m): 11:07pm On Mar 13, 2013 |
{2.} Dame Emmanuella Abimbola Fashola was born on 6th april, 1965 into the Ojo Ibadan family of Ibadan, Oyo State {Omo Ibadan, kiinìso?}. She is a distinguished alumnus of the Lagoon Secretarial College, Lagos. Before now, she worked at the British Council for 19 years at various positions before she resigned her appointment in 2006, to support her husband. As the First Lady of Lagos State, she is the Chairman of Committee of Wives of Lagos State Offficials (COWLSO) – a community based; non governmental organisation. Under her leadership, COWLSO has commissioned four (4) recreation centres, and pays for the free screeening and treatment of women with breast and cervical cancer. COWLSO is also currently building the first retirement villa for active retirees and senior citizens. She is a tireless advocate of health and socio-economic issues, who has had a towering impact on public awareness and sensitization campaigns on topical issues of children and women health, the enviroment, education, HIV/AIDS discrimination, voluntary blood donation, poverty eradication and skill acquisition. As a dedicated humanitarian, who gives her time, expertise, and resources to make a difference in the lives of people, especially the youths, this passion gave birth to her initiative - LEARN (Lagos Empowerment and Resource Network) a non-governmental organisation established to groom youths to be self-confident and socially responsible. In recognition of her modest contribution to humanity, she was honoured by His Holiness, Pope Benedict the XVI, with a papal medal award. She is also a recipient of several other local and international awards. Of all her achievements, the greatest according to the First Lady is being a devoted wife and mother.
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Re: Nigeria First Ladies 2013 by Gameboy264(m): 11:59am On Apr 09, 2013 |
Helo my name is mathias am a nigerian guy am 4rm gombe state am a student |
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