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General Irabor conferred OSMA grand patron, to host sahel military games

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The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Lucky Irabor, has been conferred as the Grand Patron of the Organization of Military Sports in Africa (OSMA), and also named Chief Host of forthcoming Sahel Military Games.
The OSMA President, Brigadier General Maikano Abdullahi conferred the title to the CDS, in a brief ceremony held Tuesday 27 July, 2021, at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ), Abuja. In attendance were 38 delegates from the Armed Forces of African countries in the Sahel region including the CISM Secretary General, Colonel Mambi Koita and OSMA Secretary General, Captain Djendola Pierre.
Gen Irabor, in his remarks, appreciated the leadership of the apex military sporting body in Africa for his conferment as the Grand Patron of CISM, OSMA and the Chief Host of Sahel Military Games. The CDS stated that he was in full support of hosting the forthcoming Sahel games, under the auspices of OSMA, stated that the sporting festival would surely contribute significantly in assisting the Armed Forces in realization of the political mandate of maintaining peace and harmony in order to allow social economic activities to strive in Africa.
According to him, sports remained a veritable instrument for not just friendship and diplomacy, but equally for promotion of global peace and conflict resolutions.
The Defence Chief maintained that members of the armed forces remained tools for policy implementation in the actualization of peace and stability in trouble spots both in the Africa Sub-region in particular and the world in general.
The CDS who thanked the various sponsors, assured the organization of his commitment in providing right ambience towards the successful hosting of the sahel games, noting that he looked forward to a more engaging time during the sporting competition.
The OSMA President, Brig Gen Maikano Abdullahi said the investiture honour on the CDS was in recognition of his support towards the Association since he took-over the mantle of leadership as the head of the Armed Forces of Nigeria. He added that CDS has remained a source aspiration and encouragement to OSMA.
The OSMA President disclosed that the Sahel Games was strictly for members of the armed forces of the Sahel Region and is scheduled to take place from 9 to 19 October 2021 in Abuja.
He said the games was  set up to promote peace and togetherness among the following participating Africa countries, including Nigeria, Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, Chad, Cameroun and Benin Republic. He added that laurels to be won during the championship would be in the game of football, marathon race, amongst others.

 

Breaking: Presidency requires personnel to sign an Oath of Secrecy and threatens harsh penalties if they do not.

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Presidency requires personnel to sign an Oath of Secrecy

Tijjani Umar, the Permanent Secretary, State House, cautioned workers on Tuesday in Abuja that revealing private material without authorization may result in disciplinary action under public service regulations.

POLITICS NIGERIA has gathered that the Permanent Secretary made this statement during the administration of the Oath of Secrecy and Declaration of Secrecy to 42 State House personnel by Justice Hamza Muazu of the Federal Capital Territory High Court. According to the Permanent Secretary, the oaths were administered to staff employees who deal with confidential material.

‘‘We discovered that, as a result of officer deployments and retirements, a number of our staff members need to be placed on the radar to ensure they understand how critical their jobs, the type of documents or information they handle on a daily basis and beyond, are and how they must be safeguarded.

“That is why we decided to take action by delivering the Oath of Secrecy and emphasizing the necessity of informing them about the information they are handling and the repercussions of a breach,” he added.

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The Permanent Secretary, who confirmed that the process will continue indefinitely, expressed satisfaction that the State House has not yet documented any data breach.

“There has been no breach. We have no reason to believe there will be a breach.

“However, it is our responsibility to make them aware that if there are any, there would be consequences following investigations, including after they have retired from the Civil Service,” he added.

Prior to the administration of the Oaths, Mr Tukur Yahaya, Director of Special Services Department, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, sensitized the employees by outlining the Official Secrets Act, 1962 in its entirety.

“The purpose of this exercise is to safeguard and secure government information, records, and facilities,” he explained.

Agro-productivity: Media urged to support the implementation of the APPEALS Project

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Capacity building and collaboration with critical stakeholders particularly the media has been identified as the key components for the success of the World Bank’s assisted Agro-Processing, Productivity Enhancement and Livelihood Support (APPEALS) Project.

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BREAKING: Buhari passes N982.7bn supplemental budget into law

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Buhari signed the N982,729,695,343 2021 Supplementary Appropriation Bill into law.

Umar Ibrahim el-Yakub, Senior Special Assistant to the President on National Assembly Matters (House of Representatives), revealed this to State House Correspondents.

El-Yakub said the new Act will primarily fund security and health problems.

Soon…

 

BREAKING: High Court approves media outlets to cover Kanu’s trial

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The Federal high court in Abuja has issued a list of media outlets authorized to cover IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu’s trial.

Due to the sensitivity of Kanu’s case and security concerns, only a few media outlets are allowed to report/monitor proceedings. Kanu will appear in court today.

In a statement signed by Chief Information Officer of the court, Catherine Oby Christopher, the following media outfits have been accredited to cover the trial;

  1. HERALD
  2. NTA
  3. NAN
  4. CHANNELS
  5. AIT
  6. THE NATION
  7. PREMIUM TIMES
  8. THISDAY
  9. DAILY INDEPENDENT
  10. TVC

BREAKING: High Court approves media outlets to cover Kanu trial

False Certificate Forgery Allegations: Hajiya Muheeba Dankaka

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Hajiya Muheeba Dankaka, Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), has refuted allegations of certificate fabrication leveled against her by the Youth and Leadership Initiative Group (LYGEL).

Dankaka said in a statement sent to the media that the claims were untrue, disgusting, and fueled by hidden agendas.

A nameless group hired by some unscrupulous persons to destroy the image and integrity of the Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Hajiya M. F. Dankaka, was recently bombarded with publications, according to the statement.

However, we consider it important to get the record right so that the public is aware.

Dankaka graduated from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria with a diploma in insurance and then Bayero University Kano with a BSc in Business Administration. She also holds an MBA from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria.”

the credentials Dankaka provided to the National Assembly before to her nomination as FCC’s executive chairman.

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The FCC chairman has reiterated that the documents in question were received before she married, necessitating a name change.

“It is not surprising that when a woman marries, she takes her husband’s name, and Muheeba Dankaka is no exception.

According to Dankaka, “It is strange that the sponsored organization did not feel it important to find out what caused the name change.”

Buhari cautions contractors and businesspeople against bribery

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Buhari cautions contractors and businesspeople against bribery.

President Muhammadu Buhari urged businessmen, contractors, and other privileged Nigerians who benefit from government patronage to always engage in Corporate Social Responsibility, rather than seeking to favor public officials with gifts and kickbacks, during a weekend speech in Daura, Katsina State.

“I don’t want your cheque,” President Buhari remarked when he paid a visit to the Emir of Daura, Dr. Umar Faruk Umar, at his palace. Instead than attempting to recoup kickbacks from public officials, including my office, go out and help our communities.

“We don’t want any checks or influence of any sort from anybody or any organization. Let them recall their social responsibilities as a corporation.”

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Even as he assured the people that his heart remained with them, the President said that he would love to visit Daura more often if it weren’t for the exorbitant expense of presidential travels and exposing security troops to bad weather.
“We are renowned for agriculture, and I own a farm here. No one can stop me from coming every two weeks. However, the movement comes at a hefty price. “I’d prefer it be utilized to improve our schools, clinics, and hospitals,” the President said.

He went on to say that it was through God’s favor that Nigeria remained together as a nation despite divisions that led to a 30-month civil war.

“We want to thank God all of the time for keeping our nation united. The nation was plunged into political turmoil on January 15, 1966. We experienced a 30-month civil war that claimed the lives of over a million people.
“We continue to give thanks to God for keeping us together. We are thankful to everyone who cared about our unity and development. May God continue to provide them with blessings,” he said.

Despite his busy schedule, the Emir of Daura praised the President for always making time to visit his hometown and the palace.

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“Your visit to Daura exemplifies your excellent character, which we admire. I can tell you that men, women, children, marketers, and craftsmen are always delighted to see you and will pray for your well-being.

“Today is an appreciation day, not a day for speeches. Because you are the president of the nation, we have been so fortunate as a community. You have enhanced the prestige of our domain.

”The increasing flow of individuals and organizations coming to assist us here has benefitted us much as a community. It’s because of you, we know.
“May the good Lord constantly go before of you and behind you, removing all impediments in your way,” he said.

The Emir said that the President must stay focused on achieving achievements, especially in the area of national security.

“Nigeria is fortunate to have you now. I’m not saying it to please you, but it would have been extremely tough if you hadn’t been in power. He said, “I doubt we’ll be here today.”

JUST IN: The United Kingdom, the United States, and the European Union have been instructed to deploy observers to watch Nnamdi Kanu’s trial.

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JUST IN: The United Kingdom, the United States, and the European Union have been instructed to deploy observers to watch Nnamdi Kanu’s trial.

The governments of the United Kingdom, the United States, and the European Union have been urged to send observers to the trial of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB.

Kanu is scheduled to be arraigned today at the Federal High Court in Abuja for the continuation of his trial. The beleaguered separatist leader is facing a slew of accusations, including unlawful possession of weapons, terrorism, and treasonable crime. He will appear in front of Justice Binta Nyako under heavy security.

Deji Adeyanju, an activist, went to Twitter to ask the UK, US, and EU to send monitors to see what he called “human rights abuses.”

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“I encourage the United Kingdom, the United States, and the European Union to send observers to the Federal High Court in Abuja before, during, and after Nnamdi Kanu’s trial today so that they may see firsthand the dictatorial Buhari regime’s abuses of human rights in Nigeria,” he said.

He also chastised Nigeria’s government, calling it “a country that forgives terrorists but brutally harasses critics and people speaking truth to power.”

“There is not a single Boko Haram member, killer herder, or bandit on trial in the whole nation. What a pity! This is the most ineffective government in Nigerian history.”

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APC wins all 20 chairmanship positions, in the Ogun LG elections

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Mr Babatunde Osibodu, Chairman of the Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission (OGSIEC), declared that the All Progressive Congress (APC) won all 20 chairmanship positions in Saturday’s local government elections in Ogun.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Osibodu revealed the results of 17 councils earlier on Sunday morning, while the remaining three results and winners were announced at 2:30pm.

Osibodu went on to say that the total number of votes cast in the state’s 20 local government units for chairmanship elections was 396, 641.

“I want to announce unequivocally that the APC has won all of the chairmanship positions in the state’s 20 local government areas,” he added.

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The commission’s chairman said that the results of the elections for all 236 councillorship seats in the state will be published as soon as they were available.

Osibodu expressed pleasure with the calm behavior of the people throughout the polls, stating that it contributed to the election’s success.

He also praised law enforcement for their part in the election’s success, saying that those who won should be gracious in triumph.

World Bank APPEALS Project, FG to Train Journalists On Development Communication

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All is now set for the World Bank’s Agro-Processing, Productivity Enhancement and Livelihood Support (APPEALS) project training workshop for some selected agricultural journalists in Nigeria on development communication.

The training workshop tagged “Workshop on Development Communication: Case Study of Reporting the APPEALS Project” is scheduled to commence on Monday 26th July and end on 27 July, 2021 in Nasarawa State.

APPEALS project is a 6-year project designed in line with the Agricultural Promotion Policy (APP) of the Federal Government of Nigeria.

The project is also targeting to empower about 60,000 persons on 11 agricultural value in six states.

It is also expected that 35 per cent of the beneficiaries of the project will be women and youths who will be empowered along Rice, Cocoa, Poultry, Cashew, Maize, Ginger, Diary, Wheat, Tomato, Cassava and Aquaculture value chains.

The National Project Coordinator (NPC) of APPEALS, Mr Mohammed Jobdi recently, said the project is designed in line with the Agricultural Promotion Policy (APP) of the Federal Government.

He noted that the project development objective is to enhance agricultural productivity of small and medium scale farmers and improve value addition along priority value chain in the participating states.

He listed the participating states and value chains to include Cross River (Rice, Cocoa, Poultry), Enugu (Rice, Cashew, Poultry), Kaduna (Maize, Ginger, Dairy) Kano (Rice, Wheat, Tomato), Kogi (Cassava, Cashew, Rice), Lagos (Rice, Aquaculture, Poultry).

The project was approved by the World Bank on March 23, 2017 and became disbursement effective on May 24, 2018. It is expected to close by September 2023.

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