AIESEC BENUE

PROJECT BOOKLET

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• Introduction to the Entity

• Introduction to Nigeria – Benue

• History of Benue

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• Culture

• Currency/Exchange rate

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• Opportunities - GCDP

• Projects – Project Care Initiative, Project REAL WORLD, Hotel And Events Management, Emergency/laboratory Unit & Language marathon.

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• Getting ready

• Nigerian VISA

5 • Vaccination

• Immunisation

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• EP Experience

• Cost of living

Welcome Greetings from Benue, We would like to share some thoughts, perspectives and realities with all of you through this booklet. Firstly, the year has been so amazing with new directions, product innovations, re-branding to boost and burst the volume of exchanges and stakeholders across the network. But not just about the numbers but for the main reason(s) why we all joined the organization, to look within and shine outward. For us at AIESEC in Benue, there have been several realizations, which have made us what we are today and what we will be in the future. Like any other entity in the network, we strive to live the ways of an AIESECer.

AIESEC Benue is like any other entity that strives to live the six AIESEC values daily. We imbibe a strong way of being passionate about whatever we are doing. We are driven by the need of our immediate community, full of ambition and growth. At the same time being one of the most hospitable you will get to encounter. For the team and entity at AIESEC in Benue, 2015 is the year to build, grow, connect and matter. 2015 is the year to GROW LIKE NEVER BEFORE!! So whether it is raising an EP, a TN, going for a meeting, planning an event or even doing a single roll call. We put our best intention into and want to MAKE IT COUNT. Above everything, we look forward to increase AIESEC’s impact through creating as many opportunities that can be valuable for everyone. AIESEC BENUE Executive Board 15|16

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INTRODUCTION TO NIGERIA NIGERIA - Officially the Federal Republic of Nigeria, is a federal constitutional republic comprising 36 states and its Territory, Abuja. The country is located in West Africa and shares land borders with the Republic of Benin in the west, Chad and Cameroon in the east, and Niger in the north. Its coast in the south lies on the Gulf of Guinea on the Atlantic Ocean. There are over 500 ethnic groups in Nigeria, of which the three largest are the Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba. The name Nigeria was taken from the Niger River running through the country. This name was coined by Flora Shaw, who later married Baron Lugard, a British colonial administrator, in the late 19th century. The British colonized Nigeria in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. Nigeria became independent in 1960.

Nigeria is roughly divided in half between Christians, who mostly live in the South and central parts of the country, and Muslims, concentrated mostly in the north. A minority of the population practice traditional and local religions, including the Igbo and Yoruba religions. Nigeria, known as "the Giant of Africa", is the most populous country in Africa and the seventh most populous country in the world. Nigeria has been identified as a regional power, it also has regional hegemony, and major influence within its region.

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Located in north-central geopolitical zone of Nigeria, Benue State was created out of the old Benue-Plateau State in 1976 with its headquarter is Makurdi. The state is divided into twenty three local government areas which include Ado, Agatu, Apa, Buruku, Gboko, Guma, Gwer-East, Gwer-West, Katsina-Ala, Konshisha, Kwande, Logo, Makurdi, Obi, Ogbadibo, Ohimini, Oju, Okpokwu, Otukpo, Tarka, Ukum, Ushongo Vandeikya. History Benue State was created on February 3, 1976 from the former Benue-Plateau State in which the Igala and Bassa people were brought from Kwara State.

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the remaining nine local government areas. Most of the people are farmers while the inhabitants of the riverine areas engage in fishing as their primary occupation. The people of the state are famous for their cheerful and hospitable disposition as well as rich cultural heritage. Weather/Climate, Benue State has a tropical sub humid climate, with two distinct seasons which are wet season and dry season. The wet season lasts for seven months is between April and October, while the dry season comes between November and March. Temperatures are generally very high during the day, particularly in March and April. Along the river valleys, these high temperatures plus high relative humidity produce inclement/debilitating weather conditions. The state also shares a common boundary with the Republic of Cameroun on the south-east.

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Makurdi, the state capital, for example, records average maximum and minimum daily temperatures of 35°C and 21°C in summer and 37°C and 16°C in winter, respectively. Cities & Towns Other important cities and towns include Makurdi, Gboko, Katsina-ala, Vandeikya, Obi, Okpokwu, and Ogbadibo. Benue state has three universities: Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi, Benue State University, Makurdi, and University of Mkar, Mkar, Gboko. It has two polytechnics: Benue State Polytechnic, Ugbokolo and Fidei polytechnic, Gboko as well as the Akperan Orshi college of Agriculture Yandev. There are about four colleges of education which are Federal College of Education Agasha, College of Education Oju, College of Education Kastina Ala.

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Benue State possesses a rich and diverse cultural heritage, which finds expression in colourful cloths, exotic masquerades, supplicated music and dances. Traditional dances from Benue State have won acclaim at national and international cultural festivals. These dances include Ingyough, Ange, Anchanakupa and Swange among the Tiv, and Anuwowowo and Odabaru among the Idoma. Fishing festivals and communal hunting expeditions are colourful and memorable social events among various communities. live and die at a ripe old age transform into the state of ancestors who must be appeased anytime a social occasion is to start. In the imagination of the Tiv kwagh-hir theatre, spirits manifest in many fantastic forms performing various activities as are carried among human beings.

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DOLLAR NAIRA CEFA NAIRA

$ 1 N 199 1000 cefa N300

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OPPORTUNITIES

At AIESEC Benue, we have been able to narrow down the needs of the society as an LC, and we can say that Incoming exchange in Global Community Development Program (IGCDP) is our strong suite, alongside Incoming Global Internship program (iGIP) with helping the youths experience the full potential by giving value to the new members of the community we however, introduced more programs for self development as well organisational development. Our programs are centered on community development, youth leadership, child welfare, education and literacy. We try to engage our interns and as well deliver an awesome experience to them. Exchange participant are provider with good working environment, housing accommodation, food and other social necessities. You can also visit the EXPERIENCE NAIJA webpage on www.experiencenaija.strikingly.com to show you more reasons why you should travel down Nigeria.

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PROJECT REAL WORLD Job Description

Design strategies for gaining attention from the communities, rape and Trafficked victims Facilitate sessions during campaign and talk shows Counsel rape and Trafficked victims and young people who stand a chance of becoming victims in the near future Provide suggestions for programmes and strategies that could foster sustainable awareness and education on human trafficking and sex violence (TN-In-NG-JS-2014-2272) https://experience.aiesec.org/#/opportunities/429493

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LANGUAGE MARATHON

Language Marathon Focuses on teaching and learning of foreign languages such as French, Latin and English languages in pre-primary, primary and post primary schools in Benue. The intern will have the opportunity to share his culture and experiences with children and teachers. JOB DESCRIPTION

Department the intern will be working : Project Management Job Description 1 : Teaching of French Language and English Language in schools Job Description 2 : The intern will share the culture and values of his people and country with the learners and the community

Job Description 3 : The intern will also organize language related competitions among schools Job Description 4 : The intern will organize pro- grams that will motivate the parents in encouraging their children on foreign language learning

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Measurable results expected from the intern : The number of competitions organized, the rate of fluency by learners and the response of parents towards foreign language learning such as French Preparation required from the intern before arrival : Any learning material that will facilitate his teaching Details on the Working Conditions : Personal Workspace https://experience.aiesec.org/#/opportunities/429493

PROJECT CARE INITIATIVE Job Description The Trainee will facilitate and deliver sessions on project days based on the learning module of the ASK Project at High schools, Orphanages and Communities. The ASK project is a PEER-EDUCATOR project Which make the students educate their other peers. Trainee will travel to communities within and Outside Benue state to generate information about the current realities on HIV/AIDS and how to go about them. The Trainee will facilitate and deliver sessions on project days based on the learning module of the ASK Project. The trainee will carry out Weekly evaluation on Project activities for the week. Trainee will organize Learning Circles for Schools, Orphanages and the University. The trainee will organize a come and ASK day which is focused on the output of the general implementation of the Project. Trainee will work with host LC in functional area like External relations to raise TNs to help trainee integrate into LC activities. (TN-In-NG-JS-2012-2163) https://experience.aiesec.org/#/opportunities/429493

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EMERGENCY/LABORATORY UNIT Job Description Responding to medical/health problems presented by patients including history taking, diagnosis, investigation, treatment and referral to appropriate department. Assessing and supervising hospital health information data Assessing and supervising hospital health information data Assist the medical officer in theatre during surgery, major and minor operations. Support community health workers counselling and facilitating sessions on health and community development (TN-In-NG-JS-2013-2238) https://experience.aiesec.org/#/opportunities/429493

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MARKETING https://experience.aiesec.org/#/opportunities/656659 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY https://experience.aiesec.org/#/opportunities/657526 BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT https://experience.aiesec.org/#/opportunities/656661

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Visit www.experiencenaija.strikingly.com and get blown by the awesomeness of Nigeria.

EP EXPERIENCE

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GETTING READY All visa applications and payment of fees are to be made through the Nigeria immigration Website at https:portal://immigration.gov.ng. After filling the online form, print out the form and submit. Proceed to the payments section and make the payment. Be sure to print out confirmation of payment and attach to the application. These documents should be mailed to the Embassy with a PROCESSING FEE of $30.00 per applicant, in money order addressed to the Embassy of Nigeria. If expedited service is required, the processing fee is $85.00 in money order.

When travelling to Nigeria, an international vaccination certificate against yellow fever is required. A Cholera vaccination certificate is also required if coming from an infected area. As a precaution against cholera, visitors should drink or use only boiled or bottled water and avoid ice in drinks. Anti-malaria prophylaxis and TB inoculation are recommended. Visitors should seek the latest medical advice on inoculations at least three weeks prior to departure. TIPPING

In restaurants a 10% tip is adequate if a service charge hasn't already been added. Negotiate taxi fares before embarking on a journey; remember that fares are usually increased for tourists so tipping isn't necessary. Porters should be tipped accordingly.

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THE BUDDY SYSTEM AIESEC Benue provides each Trainee with an AIESEC Buddy who is to be your main contact person. Your buddy is supposed to answer your questions and help you with your integration and introduction into the Nigerian culture and way of life. Upon your first day of arrival, your Buddy is expected to take you to your place of work and show you your way around until when you are confident to move around alone. At times, the Buddy might be unavailable to live up to the duties, so therefore the Incoming Exchange Team (ICX) will assist where need be. If you have not been given an AIESEC Buddy, kindly relay this information to the LCVP in charge.

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USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS LCP AIESEC BENUE (AJU JOSHUA) - +2347055676398 +2348182721738 Email: ajujoshua@aiesec.net LCVP IGCDP (AGOCHA KINGSLEY) - +2348131299575 Email: agocha.kingsley@aiesec.net LCVP MAC (NGBEDE MATTHEW) - +2348092186237 +2347053876983 Email: ngbede1.jamal@aiesec.net

At AIESEC Benue, we provide the following: ACCOMODATION SIMCARDS FREE FOOD

TOURS : At a cost due to the location and charges that may apply. Eps are meant to pay for services at minimal charge. EP BUDDY

RECEPTION CULTURE We pick up our interns from the Airport and Bus terminals. We call it <<< ARIVAL >>> and all our reception team members do this during their membership terms at least once. We organise tours, culture nights, welcome party and farewell party for our interns. AIESEC IN BENUE

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Meet New People AIRTIME 1.5 Dollar BEER 1.5 Dollar COFFEE 1 – 2.5 Dollar PACKET OF CIGARETTE 2 Dollar FAST FOOD MEAL 1 Dollar LOCAL RESTURANT 1 Dollar SANDWICHES 2 Dollar WATER 50 Cent SOUVENIR 5 – 50 Cent

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