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Buhari Promises to address foreign exchange supply

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THEWILL, DECEMBER 30TH – The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has been assured by President Muhammadu Buhari that his administration will do everything possible to improve access to foreign exchange for the importation of raw materials and machinery.

In response to requests for the manufacturing sector to contribute more to the Nigerian economy, Buhari spoke on Wednesday at the State House during an advocacy visit by the leadership of MAN.

The president told the Mansur Ahmed-led MAN executives that the relevant ministry would revisit their concerns about the increase in excise duties on selected products and other tariff-related matters, according to a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina.

On the African Continental Free Trade Area, President Muhammadu Buhari stated that Nigeria would expedite the process of establishing the Designated Competent Authority, which will oversee the administration of the Rules of Origin and Commission, as well as the automation of the issuance of electronic Certificates of Origin.

He also stated that the federal government would ensure the establishment of relevant structured platforms for monitoring and evaluation of the Ease of Doing Business’ performance, as well as increased government patronage of made in Nigeria products.

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“Our strategic plan to increase manufacturing activities in the country is on track,” he said.

“We will continue to improve patronage of locally made goods, bridge the gap between skills required by industry and those provided by our tertiary institutions, and ensure seamless access to long-term finance for our Small and Medium-Scale Enterprises.”

“We recognize that MAN is an important partner on this journey, and we will continue to work with you.”

Buhari said that a private-sector-led economy is the best way to create jobs, and he urged the MAN leadership to continue to encourage manufacturers, saying that the government recognizes their members’ and other private-sector organizations’ resilience in promoting a thriving manufacturing sector in Nigeria.

On the impact of COVID-19 on global economies, the President stated that while the pandemic harmed the Nigerian economy by causing price fluctuations in oil, his administration has effectively contained the pandemic and other diseases’ spread.

He went on to say that the federal government would continue to use prudent methods of judiciously allocating limited revenue to keep the economy afloat and stimulate growth.

President Buhari also emphasized that, despite limited resources, his administration has made significant progress in road and rail infrastructure development, manufacturing sector stimulus packages, energy management, and exporter support to improve the operating environment for Nigerian businesses.

“These projects are on display for everyone to see. Furthermore, we are pursuing reforms in the ease of doing business with vigour, and we are currently putting in place other necessary policy measures and incentives to ensure full recovery from the effects of COVID-19, to sustain economic development, and to further protect the economy from the potential impact of global crude oil price fluctuations.

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“I have carefully considered all of the challenges outlined by the President of MAN, and I can assure you that, as we have in the past, we will consider some of the constraints that have yet to be fully addressed, particularly those that are consistent with our policies and programs for economic recovery and sustainable development.”

“Let me assure you that this Administration is fully aware that agriculture and a viable domestic manufacturing sector are critical to Nigeria’s survival…

When I say agriculture, I’m referring to the agro-allied sector, which is the value-added component of the value chain.

He stated, “A strong manufacturing sector creates more jobs and wealth for our people.”

Mariam Katagum, Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, promised that the Ministry would continue to work with MAN on policy, trade, and creating an environment that would help businesses grow in Nigeria.

Christmas: Diaspora Group urges Nigerians to pray for Yahaya Bello ahead of 2023

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The Patriotic Nigerians Network (USA) has called on Nigerians to pray for Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State.

The group, in its Christmas message this evening, also urged citizens all over the world to pray for the peace and unity of the nation.

According to a statement signed by its President, Solomon Itodo, now is the time for Nigerians to unite and seek the face of God.

He predicted that next year will be decisive politically ahead of the presidential election and the nation must pray for visionary leaders like Governor Bello to remain focused.

The Patriotic Nigerians Network added that the Kogi governor has all it takes to unite the nation and tackle insecurity as he has done in his state.

According to Itodo, persecution, temptation and blackmail lie ahead for Bello, hence Nigerians must rally around him not to succumb to.

According to the group, Bello is the perfect successor to President Muhammadu Buhari and must be protected spiritually against evil forces.

While calling on all Nigerians to continue to support the governor, the group urged Bello not to be intimated but to remain steadfast in delivering good governance to his people.

Eulogies To A Worthy Neighbor At 62

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By Philip Agbese

Jack Welch, a former Chief Executive Officer of General Electric (GE), in his book titled “Winning”, said “Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others.” The above quote perfectly defines the leadership personality of the current governor of Nasarawa state and my neighbor in the North Central Nigeria, Engr. Abdullahi Sule. He has shown that leadership is not just about self but making decisions that bring growth and development to the people with a sense of complete loyalty and implicit dedication.

Just a few days ago, Governor Sule celebrated his 62nd birthday anniversary and there were a lot of positive comments from well-meaning Nigerians and especially indigenes of Nasarawa, where he is ‘Exceeding all expectations,’ the coined blueprint of his administration.

Within his short time as the fourth democratically elected governor in the “Home of Solid Minerals”, Engr. Sule has shown that he understands governance. His administration has been transparent and accountable, responsive and inclusive, people oriented and human capital focused and above all, very compassionate about his people.

It is because of his compassion for the Nasarawa State Child and the leaders of tomorrow that the governor had in 2020, signed the “Nasarawa State Child Right Protection Executive Order” into law, fourteen years after the Executive Order for the Protection of Children was enacted in 2005. The bill provides for the safety, security, wellbeing, care, good health and education of a child. The law is to prohibit the bastardized Almajiri system that has left many children vulnerable and prone to diseases and which has condemned many of them to a life of penury and crime. He was angered at the system which has allowed extremist religious groups to conscript the innocent Almajiri children, taking advantage of their hapless situation as they beg on the streets.

As a good governor, Governor Sule understands that the security of lives and property of his people is his major priority. To this end, the governor has always been supportive of the security agencies through the provision of vehicles and other logistics. It is also because of his administration’s efforts to boost security in his state and the entire North Central region that in 2020, he hosted an all-encompassing Security meeting tagged ‘The North-Central Security Summit’ in Lafia, the Nasarawa State capital, targeted at mapping out strategies to contain the rising security challenges in the region, and by extension the country. This summit took place after the governor had visited the states of Benue, Kogi and Plateau to get firsthand information on the security situation at the border areas.

At the Summit, discussions were centered on cases of armed robbery, human trafficking, kidnapping, murder, activities of the Boko Haram sect, communal clashes and conflict between farmers and herdsmen, unemployment, drug addiction and Almajiri syndrome. These issues were observed as reasons for the proliferation of small arms and light weapons in the hands of unpatriotic elements. It was not only a concern to the security agencies and those saddled with the responsibility of governance, but to all and sundry. It had in attendance, governors of the six states, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in the region, security experts, traditional rulers, state and federal lawmakers, civil society groups and other stakeholders, whom unanimously agreed to adopt Community Policing Strategy as an effective tool in bringing policing to the grassroots.

Engr. Sule, as the governor of Nasarawa state, has shown that accountability and transparency are not just mere political slogans or empty phrases to entice the electorate during campaigns. His administration has proven to be upright, resolute and a worthy example of probity and fiscal discipline that is over and above the Nigerian mentality of “It is our turn, let us take our share and go.”

His Excellency, Engr. Sule, has shown strong political will and sincerity of purpose. His assent to the Nasarawa State Public Procurement Law of 2020 is a direct by-product of transparency and accountability. He has equally established the Nasarawa State Bureau of Public Procurement to serve as an integrity-centred mechanism with the responsibility of managing public supplies and ensuring value for money.

And in his desire to turn Nasarawa state as the new bride for investors, the governor has established new regulatory and institutional frameworks that enables local and foreign firms to invest and grow both domestically and internationally. As a result of these efforts, Nasarawa State today is the most investor efficient and most investor friendly state in Nigeria. This is in clear contrast to what was the case in the previous years. From being a poor semi-rural state dominated by peasant farmers, Engr. Sule has pushed the state to the forefront of economic prosperity as can be seen in the mega projects across the state.

The projects are all going to be of great economic boost to the state. The Karu Mega Bus Terminal, the Farin Ruwa Waterfalls, the filmmaking and power generation projects; the 13,000 hectares of Industrial Mega City situated on the fringes of the Federal Capital Territory, around Karu-Gurku-Kabusu, as well as the already towering presence of Agro-allied giants in Nasarawa State such as Dangote Sugar, Azman Rice, Flour Mills and Olams mega farms as well as a swath of technology hubs and world class Universities suitable for a great place that is people-friendly, affordable and inclusive for all.

Nasarawa State today, has become a place of pride and value to many due to the tenacity displayed by the workaholic governor, Engr. Sule. The state is increasingly known as been accepted across the country/ world as not just a place that is open for business, it is regarded as a secure centre for peace building and diplomacy as well as a theater for culture, arts and entertainment.

And as greatly captured by Harry S. Truman, “Men make history and not the other way round. In periods where there is no leadership, society stands still. Progress occurs when courageous, skillful leaders seize the opportunity to change things for the better.”

His Excellency, Engr. Sule has brought a great deal of leadership changes and those changes are working for the overall good of Nasarawa State. He is already on track to make a place on the history map of the state. His administration looks promising and it is not surprising that there are already calls and endorsements by various groups in the state for the governor to run for a second term come 2023. A belated Happy Birthday, Your Excellency Sir.

Agbese, a UK trained human rights activist wrote this article from Mararaba, Nasarawa State.

2023: APC Youths warn those planning to truncate Gov-Buni led caretaker committee’s roadmap for victory

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The All Progressives Congress Youth Development and Solidarity Vanguard have warned those it described as troublemakers and agents of destabilisation to quit their quest to jeopardise Governor Mai Mala Buni-led Caretaker/Extra-Ordinary Convention Planning Committee’s roadmap for the party.

The group also vowed to resist anyone who imports thugs and miscreants into Abuja from Lagos or Kano to stampede the committee from carrying out its duties to project the party for victory ahead of 2023.

The APC Youth, Development and Solidarity Vanguard gave this strong warning at a press conference today in Abuja.

Speaking on behalf of the group, Secretary-General, Hon. Tobias Ogbeh, passed a vote of confidence on the Governor Buni-led committee, noting that it has already surpassed expectations.

According to Ogbeh, the committee has quelled the crisis in the party, united faithful and set the APC on the path for groundbreaking success in 2023.

He admitted, however, that despite these gains, some saboteurs have relentlessly tried to undermine the party under different guises, including launching judicial challenges to the legality of the committee.

Ogbeh said these saboteurs are people who pretend to be APC members at the national, state and even ward levels yet deployed different schemes to intimidate the committee.

But Ogbeh warned these saboteurs to desist from incurring the wrath of party men and women, who he said: ” will not hesitate to activate the full weight of the law to curtail the illegalities they are perpetrating against the party”.

The group also said anyone trying to force the committee to leave office when it has not finished its mandate of rejuvenating the party is either of the PDP pretending to be APC or saboteurs who want the party to lose future elections

It, however, urged the committee to rise above the distractions that are being placed in its path and forge ahead to consolidate the party.

Read full statement below:

Gentlemen of the press, the All Progressives Congress Youth Solidarity Vanguard (APC-YSV) has been closely following and monitoring development around our great party’s Caretaker and Extraordinary National Convention Planning Committee and we are compelled to make our intervention.

We like to state categorically from the onset that we are 100% behind the Governor Mai Mala Buni-led All Progressives Congress Caretaker and Extraordinary National Convention Planning Committee. We believe in its ability to deliver on the assignment that our great party has entrusted to it, the being committee being populated by persons with high moral standing and unquestionable loyalty to the party and an evident commitment to its success.

For the avoidance of doubt, it is on record that the Caretake Committee under Governor Buni’s leadership has consistently lived up to expectation. Save for its nomenclature, it has delivered value to the party on a scale that challenges the performance of a full-fledged EXCO. Even more impressive is how it ensured that the crises that necessitated its constitution did not fester to become worse while assiduously working to unite the party and heal the tears of division that had hitherto threatened to undermine the internal cohesion of the APC.

Sadly, from the inception of the Committee, there have been an unrelenting war by enemies of the APC to undermine the body in the hope that they will sabotage the party by so doing. These saboteurs have packaged their attempts to undermine the party under different guises including launching judicial challenges to the legality of the Committee, questioning its composition, picking holes in its mandates, expressing doubts in its timelines, and dismissing the outcomes it will deliver even before it has properly started its work.

Interestingly, these saboteurs masquerade as stakeholders with germane concerns. These are people who pretend to be APC members at the national, state and even ward levels to be eligible to institute lawsuits in the hope of using same to hobble the Committee. Their intention is to use these suits to prepare the ground for making APC ineligible to field candidates in future elections. They are the ones hoping to prevent the committee from doing its work.

The saboteurs even pretend to be analysts to float all manners of perverted conspiracy theories in the mainstream and social media, all in efforts to distract the APC Caretaker and Extraordinary National Convention Planning Committee and derail it from delivering on its mandates. Even more laughable is the presentation of these saboteurs as support groups, geo-political and state groups, and even pressure groups of our great party. What stands these frauds out is their singular commitment to destroying the work the Committee working to reposition the party.

It is interesting to note that those posturing as party members, analysts and members of youth support groups are operatives of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) who hold the childish notion that they are suitably placed to destroy the APC from inside having operated as PDP’s sleeper agents within our great party for some time. In addition to being operatives and agents of the PDP, some of these individuals are anarchists, whose murderous and destructive intentions spill beyond destroying the APC to include the destruction of Nigeria as a nation.

These latter sets of saboteurs are the ones that have been importing thugs into the National Headquarters of our party, ostensibly to intimidate and stampede the Governor Mai Mala Buni-led Committee. The manner of characters they import to the National HQ under the guise of being affiliated to the APC is so appalling bearing in mind that our great party is too refined and polished to have such characters as members. Their very appearance contradicts the finesse and intellectual drive for which our party is known.

Even worse is their mission, which centres around attempting to coerce the Committee into altering the roadmap it has drawn and is implementing for stabilizing and growing the party. Their warped belief is that the APC will die once they can railroad the Caretake Committee into progressing in error by stampeding it.

The All Progressives Congress Youth Solidarity Vanguard therefore categorically warns all these saboteurs to desist from incurring the wrath of party men and women, who will not hesitate to activate the full weight of the law to curtail the illegalities they are perpetrating against the party.

We categorically warn those behind this illegality that any attempt by import thugs from Lagos or Kano or any other part of the country into the National Headquarters of the party in Abuja will be met with stiff opposition by progresive youths of the party. We will impose the needed democratic lessons and discipline on them so that they will appreciate the place of decorum and respect for processes.

Our Vanguard want everyone to note that no one is in doubt as to the primacy of the Caretaker Committee at this critical juncture of our party’s history and evolution. Any attempt to iintimidate coerce or sponsor paid agents to force the hand of the caretaker committee will be met with stiff resistance from those of us with the genuine interest of the party at heart. The saboteurs should stay warned.

We charge the Governor Mai Mala Buni-led All Progressives Congress Caretaker and Extraordinary National Convention Planning Committee to rise above the distractions that are being placed in its path as it forges ahead to consolidate our great party. It should implement urgent measures to keep the National Headquarters free of all manners of imported thugs for it to have time to complete the assignment that it has so far executed flawlessly. We make bold to say that history will reckon with the great service the committee has rendered through its steadfastness.

FCTA Promises To Enforce COVID-19 Guidelines During Festivities

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The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has issued a warning that its directive that all religious and social gatherings be limited to 50% of the hall capacity is still in effect.

It also urged worship centers planning an elaborate New Year’s Eve religious ritual, dubbed “crossover night,” to obey established authorities and follow all recommended preventive measures and health guidelines.

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Ikharo Attah, the Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister on Monitoring, Inspection, and Enforcement, told journalists in Abuja that the rise in new cases of COVID-19 was alarming, and that the administration would not sit back and watch.

He also stated that the prohibition on nightclubs and other social gatherings where physical separation and non-pharmaceutical protocols are not possible is still in effect.

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He revealed that the city recorded an alarmingly disturbing 806 new cases on the 26th of December alone, with 57 new cases on the 27th.

Attah stated that the news on Tuesday, December 28th, that 80 new cases had been reported in the nation’s capital was not encouraging, and that the government and all stakeholders must work together effectively to combat the pandemic.

According to him, FCT Ministers met with religious leaders and other stakeholders on several occasions to create synergy in the fight against the deadly pandemic while also reiterating their commitments to keeping Abuja safe and secure.

While urging religious leaders and residents to follow all of the Covid-19 guidelines issued by the Health and Human Services Secretariat last week, he also stated that an enforcement team would be put in place to track down violators who would be held accountable under the law.

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In the new year, he added, the administration will continue to do everything possible to ensure that the capital city is healthy and prosperous, free of diseases and other anti-human elements.

Ekiti Civil Service Commission postpones the Exams for job seekers

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The Ekiti government has postponed the examination for thousands of job seekers scheduled for Wednesday.

The government announced, “This is to inform the general public, particularly candidates, who obtained employment forms at the Ekiti Local Government Service Commission that the examination previously scheduled to begin on Wednesday will no longer take place as scheduled.”

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This was revealed in a statement issued on Wednesday in Ado-Ekiti by Adewumi Fawekun, the director of Appointment and Posting, who signed for the permanent secretary of the Ekiti Local Government Service Commission.

Governor Kayode Fayemi had also ordered that the application form fees be refunded to the applicants, she explained.

Ms Fawekun also stated that the three-day exam scheduled to begin on Wednesday would be canceled.

“In due course, candidates will receive additional information. Meanwhile, Governor Kayode Fayemi has directed that all candidates receive free employment forms,” according to a government official.

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She stated that the affected candidates would be notified as soon as the application fees would be refunded.

The Ekiti government invited interested candidates to apply for positions in both the junior and senior categories of the workforce two months ago.

Napoli To Ban Victor Osimhen From Playing For Nigeria At AFCON 2021

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Victor Osimhen of Napoli in action during the Italian championship Serie A football match between SSC Napoli and Juventus FC on February 13, 2021 at Diego Armando Maradona Stadium in Naples, Italy - Photo Federico Proietti / DPPI / LiveMedia/Sipa USANo Use Germany.

Victor Osimhen, a Nigerian footballer, has been barred from representing the Super Eagles at the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cameroon by an Italian professional football club.
According to reports, Osimhen is recovering from a collar bone injury, and Napoli is concerned about his well-being.

The 2021 AFCON kicks off on January 9 and runs until February 6, 2022, with the Nigerian national team eagerly anticipating Osimhen’s return.

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The 23-year-old player is thought to have spent the Christmas holidays with his family in Nigeria, but he’ll be back in Napoli on Friday for a medical check following cheekbone surgery he had at the end of November.

According to Football Italia, Osimhen may not be allowed to play against Juventus on January 6 or even in the AFCON, and “it will be Nigeria’s responsibility to consider the player available for the tournament in Cameroon,” adding that “it will be Nigeria’s responsibility to consider the player available for the tournament in Cameroon.”

The Super Eagles face Egypt’s national team on January 11, and Osimhen’s chances of playing are in jeopardy after his club’s doctor declared him unfit for action.

Osimhen was said to have expressed interest in playing for Nigeria at the AFCON a few days ago, despite the fact that his recovery was expected to take three months.

Last week, the young star stated that he would be able to compete in the AFCON.

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Meanwhile, Nigeria’s training retreat begins on Wednesday, and it’s unclear whether Osimhen will be among his Super Eagles teammates for the first training session before the tournament.

Masari instructs local governments to find funds to pay salaries

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Katsina Governor Aminu Masari has asked incoming local government chairmen to find a way to increase revenue so that staff salaries can be paid.

“We will be holding local government elections in Katsina state very soon.” “Those chairmen and leaders coming in must understand that in order to pay their staff, they must improve revenue generation,” the governor said. “Those who are unable to pay their employees will have to face them and explain why they are unable to do so.”

Mr Masari made the announcement on Tuesday in Katsina, while answering questions from journalists.

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“In terms of funding the local government councils, it is true that almost all of the local governments were overstaffed when we came in,” the governor continued. “We attempted to verify the actual staff on the payroll through table payment, but what we were able to obtain was insufficient to reduce the local governments’ massive bill.” We also discovered that they all had legitimate appointment letters.”

Mr Masari went on to say that the previous administration had stopped paying over 2,000 dollars in salary.

“We looked into their cases, and some were given money, while others were integrated because that’s what they were promised during the campaign,” Mr Masari explained. “And, as you may be aware, oil prices plummeted as a result of this.” Local governments’ finances were also harmed as a result of this. You may recall that the federal government was forced to bail out the states.”

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He emphasized that “there are no industries” to employ people in Katsina.

“The civil service, either state or local government, is the only industry in Katsina state.” “Paying salaries and pensions is critical to the state’s economic survival,” Mr Masari admitted. “Some local governments have gotten out of the problem, while others are still working on it.”

Gunmen have demanded $50m ransom for the release of the kidnapped Plateau Monarch

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Gunmen who kidnapped Charles Mato Dakat, the paramount ruler of Pyem Chiefdom in Plateau State, have demanded a ransom of $50 million in exchange for his release.
According to a palace source, the kidnappers used the king’s phone to contact family members and make their demands known.

The monarch’s palace was attacked by gunmen in the early hours of Sunday morning, December 26th.

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The family negotiated a payment of $30 million, according to a source who spoke on the condition of anonymity to The Nation, but the kidnappers have yet to make their stand after promising to return.

“We were able to communicate with them,” says the narrator. The paramount ruler was the one who first called and spoke with us.

“After that, the abductors called us on the phone of the paramount ruler.”

“They assured us that the paramount ruler is being treated well and is in good health, and that they have no plans to harm him.”

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“They claimed all they wanted in exchange for his release was N50 million.” For the time being, that’s all I have to say.”

“They also called on Tuesday, and the family negotiated a N30 million ransom with a promise to return.”

“As of right now, we haven’t heard from them,” the source said.

Nigerian lawyer, Femi Falana urges the African Union and the United Nations to speed up Jammeh’s trial

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Following the release of an indictment report by the Truth, Reconciliation, and Reparations Commission, Femi Falana, a Nigerian human rights lawyer, has called on the African Union (AU) and the United Nations (UN) to expedite the prosecution of The Gambia’s former dictator, Yahya Jammeh (TRCC).

According to the report, President Adama Barrow’s commission found the former president guilty of wrongdoing during his tenure in office after hearing from nearly 400 witnesses. “Yahya Jammeh and… co-perpetrators committed very serious crimes against the people of The Gambia over a 22-year period, beginning on July 22, 1994,” according to the TRCC report. Following the publication of this report, the Gambian government stated that a white paper would be released on or before May 25, 2022.

“In light of the fact that the victims were not only Gambian nationals, the Commission recommends that a special international court be established to try Jammeh and others in West Africa, but outside of Gambia,” Falana said in response to the report’s details. For the sake of Jammeh’s victims, I demand that the African Union (AU) and the United Nations take immediate and effective steps to ensure that Mr Jammeh and senior members of his government are extradited to Senegal and brought before the Extraordinary African Chambers in Senegalese courts.”

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“I believe the recommended trial will not necessitate separate structures and institutions,” he said. The AU leaders do not have to reinvent the wheel now that the Extraordinary African Chambers exist. It would save time and resources if Mr Jammeh and others were extradited right away and brought before the Chambers. The statute gives the Chambers jurisdiction over crimes against humanity and torture, as defined by the statute. The definitions of these crimes are generally similar to those used by the International Criminal Court’s Rome Statute and other international tribunals.”

“Mr Jammeh will be guaranteed his right to a fair trial before the Extraordinary Chambers, including those guaranteed by the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights, both of which Senegal has ratified. These human rights treaties spell out the minimum protections that must be provided to criminal defendants.” He went on to say.

The lawyer went on to explain the composition of the Extraordinary African Chambers in order to show that it was qualified to hear Jammeh’s case. The chambers are divided into four levels, according to him: an Investigative Chamber with four investigative judges, an Indicting Chamber with three judges, a Trial Chamber, and an Appeals Chamber. Two Senegalese judges serve in the Trial Chamber, and a President from another African Union member state serves in the Appeals Chamber. An administrator is also employed by the chambers to ensure that their operations run smoothly and to handle all non-judicial aspects of their work.”

“The victims of Jammeh must be allowed to participate in the proceedings as civil parties.” If he is found guilty of the charges, the victims of his crimes must be provided with adequate compensation and reparations, as well as a guarantee of non-repetition.” He made a suggestion.

This isn’t the first time Falana has called for Yahya Jammeh’s prosecution; in 2019, the lawyer urged the International Criminal Court to prosecute the former president. “The ICC cannot continue to turn a blind eye to atrocities committed by the regime of former President Yahya Jammeh of Gambia,” he said in a keynote address at a meeting of the African Network on International Criminal Justice in Dakar, Senegal. “The Prosecutor should open an investigation into them under the Rome Statute without further delay,” he said.

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