The Acting Director General of, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Christy Uba has admonished corps members posted to Plateau State to contribute to promoting the security and development of their host communities.
Mrs. Uba disclosed this on Tuesday during the official closing ceremony of the 2022 batch ‘C’ stream II orientation course made up of 1,077 corps members, held at the permanent orientation camp, Mangu, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Represented by Plateau State Coordinator, Rifkatu Daniel Yakubu, the Director General advised the corps members to avoid local politics in their host communities and carry out projects that will add value to the communities.
“I urge you to be security conscious at all times, as security is everyone’s business. You should avoid acts that can endanger your life such as staying out late, attending night parties, visitation of dangerous places, and accepting car rides and gifts from strangers.
“You should avoid using the social media for ethnic jingoism, rumour peddling and the promotion of hatred. Instead, your activities online should be targeted at self-improvement as well as promotion of the unity, peace and development of your dear country.”
Mrs. Uba assured Corps members of the commitment of the management to provision of adequate security and their welfare, saying they are constantly in touch with security agencies and other critical stakeholders to ensure their safety.
She warned against unauthorized journeys and night rips, saying that will not only increase the risk of accident but make life more difficult in terms of rescue.
She appealed to employers of labor to always accept corps members posted to their organizations and avail them with necessary welfare that will boost their moral to contribute to the growth and development of Nigeria.
“I urge employers to mentor these young Nigerians properly to enable them develop their potentials. I also call on other stakeholders, including state and local government authorities as well as traditional rulers to give the necessary encouragement to the corps members.
She urged them to perform their duties with diligence and be guided by the provision of the NYSC Act and bye-laws as well as workplace rules and regulations.
“In keeping with the objectives of the scheme, you are expected to integrate into your host communities while also appreciating and respecting their cultures. You must desist from meddling in their local politics and ensure you undertake personal and group community development service project that will help to uplift the living standard of the people of your host communities.” She stated.
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Nigeria’s telecoms regulator, has created a permanent forum meant to ensure that conversations about how the internet is run do not end when conferences do.
The Internet Governance Working Group was unveiled on Thursday, October 15, 2026, during the first Internet Governance Symposium organised by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in Lagos. It is intended to give interested parties an ongoing space to exchange views, agree on practical priorities and act in a coordinated way on matters shaping the country’s digital environment.
Abraham Oshadami, the NCC’s Executive Commissioner, Technical Services, opened the event on behalf of the Commission’s Executive Vice Chairman and CEO, Dr Aminu Maida.
He argued that choices about the internet go beyond technical and connectivity questions, telling the audience that they touch on opportunity, trust, security and the rights of users. For that reason, he said, Nigeria must take an active part in shaping the discussion.
Oshadami observed that the fast pace of artificial intelligence is altering the way people study, work, communicate and obtain services. At the same time, it is raising worries about harmful content, fraud, privacy, accountability and the safety of children. No single body, he said, can tackle such problems alone, so the communications sector and others must work together.
He pointed to two NCC instruments as part of the response. The Internet Code of Practice (ICOP) 2026 is meant to foster a safer and more responsible online space, though he noted that its impact depends on clear expectations, genuine engagement with stakeholders and steady implementation. The Cyber Resilience Framework for the Nigeria Communication Sector (CRF-NCS) is aimed at making the infrastructure behind digital services more secure and resilient. Together, he said, they reflect a basic duty to let Nigerians use the internet with more confidence.
The Executive Commissioner asked attendees to speak frankly and constructively and to depart with a better grasp of what is expected of each of them, along with a common resolve to act.
He thanked participants and appealed for lasting cooperation toward a safer, more secure and responsible digital future for Nigeria.
With the nights getting chillier, I’ve been reaching for a cup of tea more often. And if there’s one thing that can make a cozy fall night even better, it’s a warm drink that actually stays warm. Enter Ember’s new Mug 3, the latest version of the company’s temperature-controlled smart mug, which is designed to keep your drink at just the right temperature for as long as you sip.
Ember first introduced its smart mug in 2016 to solve a problem most coffee and tea drinkers know all too well: getting distracted for a few minutes, only to return to a lukewarm drink. Now, the company is back with its third-generation mug, which brings a handful of practical upgrades.
The biggest change is that you no longer have to open the app to adjust your drink’s temperature. Instead, you can use the button on the bottom of the mug to cycle through five preset temperatures, starting at 125 degrees Fahrenheit. Each press raises the temperature by five degrees, up to a maximum of 145 degrees, so you can easily make your drink a little hotter with each click.
Honestly, this is the feature I ended up using the most during my time testing out the mug. At night, when I’m curled up in bed with a book and a cup of tea, my phone is usually somewhere across the room. Being able to adjust my drink without getting up to find it is a small convenience, but one I genuinely appreciate.
It’s also a welcome change for users who have reported running into connectivity or pairing issues with the Ember app.
That said, I do have one complaint: the button is located on the bottom of the mug. It’s a peculiar design choice when you’re dealing with a cup full of hot liquid, and it isn’t particularly easy to press, either. I often found myself tilting the mug and pressing down firmly to get it to respond. So, while I appreciate the addition of on-mug controls, I wish Ember had made the button easier to reach.
If you prefer using your phone, the Ember app still offers plenty of customization. After pairing the mug with your phone over Bluetooth, you can choose presets based on what you’re drinking. Ember recommends 136 degrees Fahrenheit for black coffee, 132 degrees for green tea, and 142 degrees for lemon water. You can also create your own temperature presets, which is handy if you like your drinks a little hotter or cooler than the recommended settings.
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The Mug 3 also comes with a few other upgrades, including a sliding lid designed to help prevent spills. The mug can also keep your drink at its desired temperature for up to three hours on a single charge. And it’s the first mug in Ember’s lineup to be top-rack dishwasher-safe, making cleanup easier. (Just keep in mind that it isn’t microwave-safe.)
The Ember Mug 3 comes in two sizes: a 10-ounce model for $129 and a 14-ounce version for $149.
The smaller mug is available in black, white, and stainless steel, while the larger size comes in eight colors, including sage green, lavender, powder blue, salt blue, sandstone, white, black, and matcha green.
Alongside the new mug, Ember also introduced the Tumbler 2, which replaces both the Travel Mug 2 and the original Tumbler in its lineup. The 16-ounce tumbler features a slimmer, taller design intended to fit standard car cup holders. It’s available in black for $179, while the Travel Mug 2 will remain available until supplies run out.
The products are available to purchase on Ember’s website, Target, and Amazon.
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