Jemide Launches NABS Education, Business & Services, As NAIS Gets Car Gift From Warri Monarch

National President of the National Association of Itsekiri Students, NAIS, Jemide Eyitemi, has launched the association’s business initiative, NABS Education, Business & Services Ltd., marking a significant milestone in the NAIS' commitment to institutional sustainability, economic empowerment and students - development.

The launching, which held at NAIS National Secretariat in Warri, Delta State, Saturday November 7, brought together distinguished personalities, leaders, stakeholders and members of the Itsekiri student community.

L - R: NAIG National President, Comr. Esiategiwa Mino Donald, Prince Collins Edema, Venerable Pius Onemgbake & ,Mrs. Chiamaka Tuoyo Coker, Amb. For the Ruth Gender Foundation

It represents a strategic move by the present NAIS administration towards establishing a sustainable revenue-generating structure, that would strengthen the association’s financial capacity and create opportunities for its members.

Our Correspondent, reports that a major highlight of the event, was the remarkable show of support from His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri, who, through his Sole Representative to NNPCL/ JV Partners, Prince Collins Edema, donated a Sienna vehicle, alongside financial support to the association, to facilitate and strengthen the operations of NABS.

The generous gesture represents a significant demonstration of royal support for the growth and institutional development of the Itsekiri student community.

Speaking on the vision behind NABS, Jemide Eyitemi described the initiative as more than a business venture, explaining that it was established to create a lasting institutional structure that would serve present and future generations of Itsekiri students.

She noted that NABS was designed to provide essential educational and business services, including registration for WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, GCE, JAMB and Post-UTME examinations, academic tutorials, professional examination registrations, printing, photocopying, spiral binding, banner production, customisation, travel bookings and other related services.

According to her, the initiative is also intended to promote entrepreneurship, practical business experience, skills development and economic opportunities while contributing to the financial sustainability of NAIS.

The NAIS President expressed profound appreciation to Prince Collins Edema for his encouragement, motivation and immense support towards the actualisation of the NABS vision.

Prince Collins Edema, commissioning the NAIS Business Hub

She particularly acknowledged his consistent words of encouragement and financial contributions, which played an important role in bringing the initiative to this milestone.

She also extended her sincere appreciation to Sir Nicolas Efele, ED, DESOPADEC, for his support, motivation and donations towards the establishment of the business, noting that the encouragement and donations received from well-meaning individuals made the journey towards actualising the vision more achievable.

She equally appreciated members of her executive council for their unwavering support, cooperation and patience throughout the process of establishing NABS.

The Itsekiri students' leader, acknowledged their commitment, understanding and collective efforts, noting that their support contributed significantly to the successful actualisation of the business initiative.

Jemide further expressed deep gratitude to His Majesty, the Olu of Warri, for his generous donation and continued interest in the development of the Itsekiri student - community.

 She described the royal gesture as a source of encouragement and a significant contribution towards building a stronger and more sustainable student institution.

In her words of appreciation, she offered prayers for the kingdom and its people, declaring:

“God bless the Olu of Warri.

God bless Warri Kingdom.

God bless the good people of Warri.”

The establishment of NABS forms part of the broader institutional development agenda of the current NAIS administration, which seeks to move the association beyond conventional student leadership activities by creating sustainable structures, strengthening institutional capacity and developing initiatives that will remain beneficial long after the tenure of the present administration.

As NABS commences operations, the expectation is that it would grow into a reputable business institution, delivering quality services, creating opportunities and contributing meaningfully to educational advancement and community development.

NABS is expected to be more than a business; it is an investment in sustainability, a platform for empowerment and a legacy for generations of Itsekiri students.

Amongst the distinguished personalities, who participated in the launching were Stephen Efejuku, Esq., NAIS National Patron; Hon. Agbateyiniro Weyinmi Isaac, Executive Chairman of Warri South Local Government Area; Sir Monday Agbeyi, TLG, Warri North; and Mr. Joseph Okotie, President of Ugbarajor Itsekiri Youth, National.

Other notable participants included Mrs. Ruth Edema Collins, who was represented by Mrs. Chiamaka Tuoyo Coker; Mr. Henry Atsemude; Otaru Oritsetimeyin, Esq.; Mr. Esiategiwa M. Donald, President of the National Association of Itsekiri Graduates (NAIG); and Comr. Neye Fredrick Idounagbe, Vice President of NAIG.

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