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Buhari commissions Nigerian Army Cyber Warfare Command

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Buhari commissions Nigerian Army Cyber Warfare Command

President Muhammadu Buhari has commissioned the Headquarters of the Nigerian Army Cyber Warfare Command as part of efforts to boost the capacity of the Army in mitigating cyber attacks.

The President performed the function virtually while declaring open the Chief of Army Staff annual conference at the Muhammadu Buhari Cantonment Giri, Abuja.

Commending the efforts of the Army in the fight Against insecurity and in support of civil Authorities, the President said the construction of the cyber Warfare Command is an indication that the Army is alive to the changing nature of warfare which is gradually moving into the cyber domain.

Also launched was a Housing scheme for Next of Kin of personnel of the Nigerian Army killed in action.

Buhari is optimistic that the initiative will act as a huge morale booster to the troops on the frontlines as well as project the Army in good light.

Performing the ground breaking ceremony on behalf of the President, the Minister of Defence, Major General Bashir Salihi Magashi (Rtd) commended the Army for the several efforts aimed at boosting the morale of the force.

Similarly the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai has performed the ground breaking ceremony for the construction of the Army Smart Ville Estate in Life Camp Abuja.

According to the Chief of Army Staff, while the force make efforts to see to the welfare of Families of fallen heroes it is also mindful of the sacrifices of those in active service.

US adds Nigeria on religious freedom blacklist with China, Saudi Arabia

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US adds Nigeria on religious freedom blacklist with China, Saudi Arabia

The United States on Monday added Nigeria to a blacklist on religious freedoms for the first time.

The list also includes countries such as China, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan.

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the West African nation, an ally of the US, was among “countries of concern under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998.”

“The US is unwavering in its commitment to religious freedom. No country or entity should be allowed to persecute people with impunity because of their beliefs,” Pompeo said in a tweet. “These annual designations show that when religious freedom is attacked, we will act.”

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the West African nation, an ally of the US, was among “countries of concern under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998.”

“The US is unwavering in its commitment to religious freedom. No country or entity should be allowed to persecute people with impunity because of their beliefs,” Pompeo said in a tweet. “These annual designations show that when religious freedom is attacked, we will act.”

The US State Department found that eight out of 10 people around the world face restrictions on religious freedom. “Where religious freedom is absent, terrorism and violence fester. Our advocacy for religious communities abroad helps to ensure the protection and prosperity of Americans at home,” the State Department said in a statement.

“Religious freedom is our ‘first freedom,'” Pompeo said on Monday at a dinner gala in Washington. “When we, each of us, can worship freely and openly discuss the eternal questions of the soul, we can understand how we ought to live our lives – both individually and as a society,” he said.

Notably absent from the list was India, where critics of the Hindu nationalist BJP say the religious freedom has seen a sharp decline since Prime Minister Narendra Modi swept to power in 2014.

India has a growing relationship with Washington, and ties have improved under President Donald Trump, who has ignored the issue of declining religious freedom in the South Asian country during his tenure.

Read: Spectacle’- The Call For Buhari’s Impeachment

I supported Buhari in 2019, Umahi says

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I supported Buhari in 2019, Umahi says

Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, on Monday admitted that he supported President Muhammadu Buhari in the 2019 general election.

Umahi, who stated this at the foundation laying ceremony of a housing project in his home town- Uburu, said the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) should not waste time in accusing him of giving the president 25 percent votes during the election.

“I preached it (support for Buhari) in the entire South-East zone of the country, that the person who supports us is whom we will support,” he said.

“I joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the president’s love for Ebonyi even if for no other reason.

“My eyes are on the ball on what will get to my people.”

The governor said he would submit a proposal for the channelisation work on the housing project and expressed optimism the president would approve the request.

Umahi added: “You know I am his (Buhari) son, so you can be sure that I will get the approval.

“You can say anything you want to say but the president loves me and I love him also.

“I do not know how this love happened, but you should realise that grace is always upon the house of David.”

The governor also disclosed that he has barred all his appointees and supporters from reacting to verbal attacks from the PDP over his decision to join the APC.

“I am the father of the state and should be ashamed that Ebonyi is heading into bitterness and disunity.

“I have decided to forgive all those who wronged me and seek the same from those who may have been hurt in this process which I take responsibility for.

“We should practice the Christianity we profess and this forgiveness has ensured that my blood pressure has dropped to 110/ 20 from 120/ 20,” he stated.

Umahi, however, said the decision to forgive his critics should not be mistaken for weakness.

“The people should know that David is a man of war.

“God has directed that we stop this fight and we have no regrets being pencils in his hands.

“I thank all those who intervened in this matter such as the Catholic Bishop of Abakalki Diocese, the Christian Association of Nigeria, the state Founding Fathers’ Forum and Ohanaze Ndigbo among others,” the governor concluded

Read also: SERAP gives Ebonyi Governor 48 hours Ultimatum to reverse ban on Sun, Vanguard

FG Slashes Fuel Price By N5 After Meeting With Organised Labour

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FG Slashes Fuel Price By N5 After Meeting With Organised Labour

THE Federal Government has agreed that the price of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly called Petroleum, be reduced by N5.

The decision was taken after a five-hour meeting with the representatives of the organised labour in Abuja.

The government also assured labour that the distribution of free prepaid metres will begin soon across the country.

Yesterday’s meeting was called to address the grievances of the organised Labour, whose representatives had walked out of an earlier meeting with the representatives of the government about two weeks ago.

The representatives of organised Labour had accused the federal government of refusing to honour the agreement reached in their previous meeting by increasing the price of fuel when negotiations were still on course. The Festus Keyamo-led committee has been saddled with the responsibility of drawing conclusions on other matters in record time

Read also: Fuel Price: PDP rejects N123.5 price tweak, insists on N90 per liter

FG slashes fuel price by N5 after meeting with organised labour

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FG slashes fuel price by N5 after meeting with organised labour

THE Federal Government has agreed that the price of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly called Petroleum, be reduced  by N5.

The decision was taken after a five-hour meeting with the representatives of the organised labour in Abuja.

The government also assured labour that the distribution of free prepaid metres will begin soon across the country.

Yesterday’s meeting was called to address the grievances of the organised Labour, whose representatives had walked out of an earlier meeting with the representatives of the government about two weeks ago.

The representatives of organised Labour had accused the federal government of refusing to honour the agreement reached in their previous meeting by increasing the price of fuel when negotiations were still on course. The Festus Keyamo-led committee has been saddled with the responsibility of drawing conclusions on other matters in record time

Read also: Nigeria: Fuel Price Hike – Labour Leaders Walk-Out On Ngige, Others

I supported Buhari in 2019, Umahi says

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I supported Buhari in 2019, Umahi says

Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, on Monday admitted that he supported President Muhammadu Buhari in the 2019 general election.

Umahi, who stated this at the foundation laying ceremony of a housing project in his home town- Uburu, said the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) should not waste time in accusing him of giving the president 25 percent votes during the election.

“I preached it (support for Buhari) in the entire South-East zone of the country, that the person who supports us is whom we will support,” he said.

“I joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the president’s love for Ebonyi even if for no other reason.

“My eyes are on the ball on what will get to my people.”

The governor said he would submit a proposal for the channelisation work on the housing project and expressed optimism the president would approve the request.

Umahi added: “You know I am his (Buhari) son, so you can be sure that I will get the approval.

“You can say anything you want to say but the president loves me and I love him also.

“I do not know how this love happened, but you should realise that grace is always upon the house of David.”

The governor also disclosed that he has barred all his appointees and supporters from reacting to verbal attacks from the PDP over his decision to join the APC.

“I am the father of the state and should be ashamed that Ebonyi is heading into bitterness and disunity.

“I have decided to forgive all those who wronged me and seek the same from those who may have been hurt in this process which I take responsibility for.

“We should practice the Christianity we profess and this forgiveness has ensured that my blood pressure has dropped to 110/ 20 from 120/ 20,” he stated.

Umahi, however, said the decision to forgive his critics should not be mistaken for weakness.

“The people should know that David is a man of war.

“God has directed that we stop this fight and we have no regrets being pencils in his hands.

“I thank all those who intervened in this matter such as the Catholic Bishop of Abakalki Diocese, the Christian Association of Nigeria, the state Founding Fathers’ Forum and Ohanaze Ndigbo among others,” the governor concluded

Read also: Umahi’s defection has no economic value to Nigerians – Peter Obi

Abia ‘proud’ of Orji’s exploits in NASS — Ikpeazu

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Abia ‘proud’ of Orji’s exploits in NASS — Ikpeazu

 

Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State has hailed the Senator representing Abia Central Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Theodore Orji, over the recent report that he is the most productive among former governors at tne National Assembly.

According to a statement in Umuahia by the CommissionerOkezie Ikpeazu emerges deputy Chairman of PDP Govs’ forum, as party harps on cohesion for Information, Chief John Okiyi Kalu, “The Government of Abia State, led by Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, is proud of the strong legislative exploits of the former Governor of the State and Senator representing Abia Central Senatorial District at the National Assembly which has seen him sponsor seven bills including the NCDC Bill, and wish to put on record that such performance can only come from a Senator that is conscious of the reason the people trooped out en masse to vote for him”.

Read also: Ex Atilogwu Udo: Gov Ikpeazu lauds Army, expresses optimism on success

US adds Nigeria on religious freedom blacklist with China, Saudi Arabia

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US adds Nigeria on religious freedom blacklist with China, Saudi Arabia

The United States on Monday added Nigeria to a blacklist on religious freedoms for the first time.

The list also includes countries such as China, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan.

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the West African nation, an ally of the US, was among “countries of concern under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998.”

“The US is unwavering in its commitment to religious freedom. No country or entity should be allowed to persecute people with impunity because of their beliefs,” Pompeo said in a tweet. “These annual designations show that when religious freedom is attacked, we will act.”

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the West African nation, an ally of the US, was among “countries of concern under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998.”

“The US is unwavering in its commitment to religious freedom. No country or entity should be allowed to persecute people with impunity because of their beliefs,” Pompeo said in a tweet. “These annual designations show that when religious freedom is attacked, we will act.”

The US State Department found that eight out of 10 people around the world face restrictions on religious freedom. “Where religious freedom is absent, terrorism and violence fester. Our advocacy for religious communities abroad helps to ensure the protection and prosperity of Americans at home,” the State Department said in a statement.

“Religious freedom is our ‘first freedom,'” Pompeo said on Monday at a dinner gala in Washington. “When we, each of us, can worship freely and openly discuss the eternal questions of the soul, we can understand how we ought to live our lives – both individually and as a society,” he said.

Notably absent from the list was India, where critics of the Hindu nationalist BJP say the religious freedom has seen a sharp decline since Prime Minister Narendra Modi swept to power in 2014.

India has a growing relationship with Washington, and ties have improved under President Donald Trump, who has ignored the issue of declining religious freedom in the South Asian country during his tenure.

Read: Changing service chiefs won’t solve security challenges, says expert

Changing service chiefs won’t solve security challenges, says expert

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Changing service chiefs won’t solve security challenges, says expert

 

A retired professor of Political Science at the University of Ibadan (UI), Osisioma Nwolise, has said that changing the service chiefs in the country 300 times would not change the security situation.

Nwolise, who did research on spiritual security, stated this, yesterday, at the sideline of the activities marking the 70th birthday of the Ekefa Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oloye Lekan Alabi, at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan.

He lamented that the security of the country was going down.

He, therefore, urged President Muhammadu Buhari to assemble those who understood security to help in tackling insecurity in the land.

Nwolise said: “All of us know that the security of the country has gone down. Both at the physical and spiritual levels, the country is very unsafe. We need to sit down co-operatively, collaboratively, and map out strategies to save this country.

“It is beyond the military. We have overstretched the military.

Read also: Insecurity: Buhari to address National Assembly Thursday

“I am not among those who are shouting that the service chiefs should be removed. Removing service chiefs does not solve the problem. What is required is for the President to call those who know about security and get adequate advice on what to do. If you remove the service chiefs and you don’t get the political will to do what is required, nothing would change.

“You can change all the service chiefs 300 times but if the political will to do the right thing is not there, there will be no change. So, the President should call those who know what it takes that will give him correct advice and then let the service chiefs map out their strategies and give them the weapons to fight. Let’s equip the military. The military has done well outside the country. Let’s give them proper equipment and they would do the job.”

Dignitaries at the event included the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III; Chief Bayo Adelabu, Chief (Mrs.) Julie Coker, a businesswoman, Chief Nike Akande, former First Lady of Oyo State, Chief (Mrs.) Mutiat Ladoja; Ambassador Ronke Adefowope and others.

-Guardian

Insecurity: ‘Desperate’ Nigerians turn to religion for safety — Soyinka

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Insecurity: ‘Desperate’ Nigerians turn to religion for safety — Soyinka

Nobel laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has lamented the insecurity in the country, saying Nigerians are not only at war but are in a war zone.

Soyinka, who decried the seemingly intractable killings and kidnappings in the country, spoke yesterday in Lagos at the public presentation of his latest novel, Chronicles of the Happiest People on Earth.

The renowned playwright noted that religion has become one of the fastest-growing businesses in Nigeria today.

“I think we are not only at war, we are all in a war zone. There is no question about that because now, the sense of individual, collective, and community safety has virtually become equivalent to a question of survival,” he said.

Soyinka, who also observed that nothing has really changed, said the nation was in a desperate situation.

“Really, the more things seem to change, the more they remain the same. In terms of realistic differences between material existence, day-to-day existence, or even co-existence, I think humanity is more or less the same.

“There is a greater dependency on religion because the nation is desperate. When a nation is desperate, it turns to the supernatural.

“Religion has always been with us. These days, however, you can’t walk one yard without stumbling on religion. Religion is today one of the fastest-growing businesses in the nation,” the Nobel laureate noted.

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