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*\u2018It is capable of transforming tertiary education in Nigeria and driving economic growth in line with the African Union\u2019s digital transformation agenda\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>\u2018Positioned as Nigeria\u2019s flagship contribution to Africa\u2019s digital future\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>*\u201cAcadPass\u2122 is a worthy digital innovation and a model of Digital Public Infrastructure. It is not just a tool for students but a continental platform that aligns with the African Union\u2019s vision of a digitized Africa. I will throw my full weight behind it\u201d<\/span>–<\/strong>HRH Da Amakiri Tubo, Alhaji Abubakr Mujahid Dokubo-Asari, Dabaye Amakiri I<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>*BY DEBIE AMANDA JONAH\/CRIME Chief Correspondent, Abidjan, NAIJA STANDARD NEWSPAPER Inc USA<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>He fought for the freedom of the people of the Niger-Delta area for decades. He championed the masses\u2019 struggle for liberation, even at the danger to his life. His name is Alhaji Abubakr Mujahid Dokubo-Asari, His Royal Majesty Da Amakiri Tubo, Dabaye Amakiri I, the revered monarch of the Source, Torusarama Piri, who has thrown his royal endorsement for AcadPass\u2122, a respected establishment described as a homegrown Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) capable of transforming tertiary education in Nigeria and driving economic growth in line with the African Union\u2019s digital transformation agenda.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>This rare endorsement came on Saturday, September 20, during presentation to the monarch at his palace in Cotonou, Republic of Benin. The AcadPass\u2122 team was led by its Founder and Lead Strategist, Al Humphrey Onyanabo.<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>AcadPass\u2122\u00a0\u00a0 breaking new grounds, as a developed and fully owned by Creestgate Limited, has been positioned as Nigeria\u2019s flagship contribution to Africa\u2019s digital future.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>The Royal Monarch praised the innovation, stating that the AcadPass\u2122 Ecosystem -with its integrated Smart ID, digital passport, healthcare card, debit card, Zena AI assistant, and AcadMart marketplace -will empower students, create jobs, and strengthen institutions across the continent.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/span>\u201cAcadPass\u2122 is a worthy digital innovation and a model of Digital Public Infrastructure. It is not just a tool for students but a continental platform that aligns with the African Union\u2019s vision of a digitized Africa. I will throw my full weight behind it, and I will also support its integration into Nigeria\u2019s educational system because it is a solution whose time has come,\u201d the monarch declared<\/span>.<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>*A Monarch Rooted in Education and Youth Development:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>But beyond his royal stature, King Dokubo-Asari is a foremost educationist and youth development advocate whose contributions span both Nigeria and the Republic of Benin. He has established the following:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>A University \u2013 providing world-class tertiary education and research opportunities.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>A Sports Academy \u2013 nurturing athletic talents and engaging youth productively.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>An International School \u2013 offering global-standard education to prepare Africa\u2019s next generation of leaders.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>Through these establishments, the King has empowered thousands of young people, cementing his reputation as a visionary leader committed to education, innovation, and human capital development.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>*AcadPass\u2122 A DPI for Africa\u2019s Digital Future:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>The AcadPass\u2122 Ecosystem, owned by Creestgate Limited, is designed as a Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) that integrates education, healthcare, and financial services to create a self-sustaining digital economy anchored in learning and innovation.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>From its Smart ID and Passport for secure access, to its healthcare and debit cards, Zena AI assistant, and AcadMart marketplace, AcadPass\u2122 is positioned to create jobs across schools, hospitals, financial institutions, and technology sectors, while also boosting productivity and transparency.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>By aligning with the African Union\u2019s vision for digitization of Africa, AcadPass\u2122 stands as a pan-African model of homegrown innovation with the potential to scale beyond Nigeria.<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>*A Strong National Signal:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>Founder Al Humphrey Onyanabo hailed the endorsement as a historic moment.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>\u201cHis Majesty\u2019s support validates our vision of AcadPass\u2122 as a DPI for education and national growth. His pledge to push for national integration into Nigeria\u2019s education system sends a strong signal that AcadPass\u2122 is ready to scale with government and institutional backing,\u201d Onyanabo stated.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>*Conclusion:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>Without a shred of a doubt, the endorsement of His Majesty Da Amakiri Tubo, Alhaji Abubakr Mujahid Dokubo-Asari, Dabaye Amakiri I, AcadPass\u2122 has secured the backing of a monarch whose influence goes beyond royalty into education, innovation, and community empowerment.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>As Nigeria and Africa look toward building a digitally connected economy, AcadPass\u2122 is positioned as a transformative DPI -driving education, jobs, and economic growth, while delivering on the promise of a digitized Africa.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>DONATE TO HELP BUILD A SPECIAL APPS FOR JOURNALISTS AGAINST LIVER ELEVATION & KIDNEY FAILURE:<\/strong><\/span> <\/p>\n <\/p>\n
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