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150 Top Borno civil servants gets training on improved productivity
150 Top Borno civil servants gets training on improved productivity
By Our Reporter
Borno State Government through the office of the Head of Service, Barrister Simon Malgwi on Tuesday embarked on a 2-Day training for top civil servants comprising ministerial secretaries and directors to acquire new skills on how to improve their productivity for effective service delivery.
The training took place at the International Conference Hall, Musa Usman Secretariat, Maiduguri.
In his welcome address, Barrister Malgwi said, the civil servants are to be drilled for two days on six thematic areas of leadership and good governance, human resource management, public works ethics and attitudinal change and productivity by renowned university dons led by Professor Ibrahim Umara, of the department of political science University of Maiduguri.
The workshop was organised by the Borno state government in conjunction with a Maiduguri based education and management consultancy, Scieman Consultants Nigeria Ltd.
The Head of Service said “the training program was approved by governor Babagana Zulum in line with his administration’s policy thrust and commitment to “training and retraining is necessary for effective and efficient service delivery.
“In 2020, my office “with the support of His Excellency, Professor Babagana Zulum trained 150 Directors and Deputy Directors of Administration and Supplies.” Malgwi said.
Though, the COVID-19 Pandemic had slowed down the training process, the head of service said the administration hopes to train more than 1,000
Civil Servants of all cadres including Permanent Secretaries before the end of 2022.
“Today we have commenced the training with 150 Ministerial Secretaries and Directors; next week we will also conduct another training for 200 officers on grade levels 08/13./This will be followed by the training of 60 store officers and related cadres in all the MDAs.
“We hope to crown up the first phase of these trainings with a retreat for Permanent Secretaries in Abuja specifically on public procurement and contract management,” he said.
On the number of workforce in the state, the Head of Service said, Borno state currently has over 16,000 Civil Servants, even as he acknowledged that the number of those retiring is alarming.
“It is therefore pertinent that even as government is recruiting new employees in critical sectors like education, health and administration, we must ensure that those still in service are well and properly trained for quality service delivery.”
He urged the civil servants to take advantage of modern technology to improve themselves for better and quality service delivery.
Presenting the opening paper, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Scieman Consultant, Wakil Abbas, said the workshop came at the appropriate time when the state is in dire need of purposeful workforce for the delivery of the developmental plans of Borno state as outlined by the government of Professor Babagana Zulum.
Troops Intervene in Farm Destruction Incident in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 3 of Operation Enduring Peace intervened in a reported case of farm destruction caused by cattle grazing in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the troops responded at about 1:30 p.m. on May 19 following a report that farmland belonging to one Bitrus Isah had been damaged by cattle allegedly owned by one Abdul Abu at Rigochongo village.
On arrival at the scene, the troops reportedly intercepted 49 cows and nine sheep grazing on the farmland without any herder present.
The livestock were secured to prevent further destruction and escalation of tension in the community.
Security sources said both parties involved were subsequently invited for amicable resolution of the dispute in order to maintain peace and prevent reprisal actions.
Authorities added that the intervention formed part of ongoing efforts to manage farmer-herder-related conflicts and sustain harmony across communities in Plateau State.
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Troops Foil Kidnapping Attempt, Rescue Injured Victim in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 7, Sub-Sector 71 of Operation Enduring Peace have foiled a kidnapping attempt along a highway in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Security sources told Zagazola that the incident occurred at about 12:15 a.m. on May 21 when troops deployed at Ungwan Gora checkpoint responded to distress information on suspected kidnappers operating along the road at Ungwan Dariya village.
The troops reportedly moved swiftly to the location, forcing the suspected kidnappers to abandon their mission and flee into surrounding areas.
During the operation, one victim was rescued with injuries sustained during the attack.
The victim was immediately evacuated to Confidence Hospital, Fadan Karshi, for medical treatment.
Security sources said efforts were ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects, while patrols had been intensified along the axis to prevent further incidents.
Troops Foil Kidnapping Attempt, Rescue Injured Victim in Kaduna
Suspected Kidnap Collaborator Dies in Custody After Arrest in Nasarawa
By: Zagazola Makama
A suspected collaborator of kidnappers has died after becoming unconscious while in military custody in Nasarawa State.
Security sources said troops of Sector 2 under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) intercepted the suspect at about 7:00 a.m. on May 19 at Ancha community in Akwanga Local Government Area.
The suspect was reportedly apprehended at Anguwan Makama following allegations of involvement in activities linked to kidnapping operations in the area.
During preliminary interrogation, the suspect reportedly became unconscious.
He was immediately evacuated to Nunku Primary Health Care Centre for medical attention, where he was confirmed dead by health officials.
Sources added that the remains of the deceased were released to his family for burial in accordance with local customs.
Security authorities said further assessment would continue in line with standard procedures, while operations against kidnapping networks in the area remain ongoing.
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