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NYSC D-G urges organisations not to reject corps members
NYSC D-G urges organisations not to reject corps members
Brig.-Gen. Muhammad Fadah, Director-General, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), on Tuesday, enjoined organisations not to reject but accept corps members posted to them.
Fadah said this at the end of the 2022 Batch `B’ Stream 1 orientation course at the NYSC permanent orientation camp in Boro, Kaiama, in Kolokuma/Opkuma Local Government Area of Bayelsa.
The NYSC boss, who was represented by the NYSC Coordinator in Bayelsa, Mr Mohammed Jiya, urged them to assist the corps members to settle down for effective national service.
The director-general urged the corps members to sustain the spirit of patriotism, hard work and resilience that they imbibed during the course and strive to meet the expectations of Nigerians.
He urged them to contribute to the progress and development of their fatherland.
Fadah also urged them to integrate into host communities while appreciating and respecting cultures but avoiding involvement in local and partisan politics.
He commended their active participation in Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme’s in-camp training.
The D-G assured that the scheme would continue to liaise with financial institutions and other stakeholders to provide start-up loans to enable them to actualise their business dreams.
“I enjoin you to shun actions and omissions detrimental to the image of the scheme such as drug abuse, trafficking, cybercrime and advance fee fraud.
“Corps membership does not confer immunity from legal consequences of any wrongdoing.
“I, therefore, enjoin you to continue to be law-abiding while also serving as role models for the younger ones,” he said.
Reflecting on Community Development Service, he encouraged them to initiate and execute viable personal and group CDS projects that could help to lift the living standard of the people of their host communities.
The D-G further warned them against the use of social media for ethnic purposes, rumour peddling and the promotion of hatred.
“Instead, your activities online should be targeted at self-improvement as well as promotion of the unity, peace and prosperity of our dear country.
“In the same vein, avoid being speculative on issues affecting the NYSC; instead visit our websites, social media platforms and other official channels for clarifications,” he said.
The D-G also warned corps members against unauthorised journeys and night trips as they could not only increase the risk of an accident but also make rescue difficult.
“You are, therefore, advised to always cut short your trips from six O’clock in the evening and pass the night at NYSC lodges, military barracks and other locations officially designated as safe.
“Also, board vehicles only at approved motor parks so as to avoid falling prey to criminals,” he advised.
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Reverend Dachomo insist “I was a notorious criminal in this village, a drug cartel… but I found Jesus”
Reverend Dachomo insist “I was a notorious criminal in this village, a drug cartel… but I found Jesus”
By: Zagazola Makama
Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, has again recounted his past life of crime and subsequent spiritual transformation, attributing his change to his Christian faith.
Dachomo made the disclosure during a religious gathering, where he shared his personal testimony of repentance and renewal.
“I was a notorious criminal in this village, a drug cartel in this village, a wanderer in this village. That is my testimony,” he said.
The pastor also claimed involvement in criminal activities in his earlier years.
“When I say 1980, it is our gang that robbed a bank, and the person that led that operation is my best friend,” he said.
He explained that his life took a new direction after he embrace Jesus during the robbery.
“When I submitted myself to Jesus, who is my Saviour, I allowed Him to control my life, and Jesus forgave my sin. I am a new person in Christ Jesus,” he said.
However, Dachomo has come under relentless attacks with many asking the authorities to investigate his confession and prosecuting him for his past criminality.
They accused him of infighting fire in the already existing crises between farmers and herders in the state especially when he was openly heard asking the youths to go to WAR.
Reverend Dachomo insist “I was a notorious criminal in this village, a drug cartel… but I found Jesus”
Troops foil cattle rustling, recover 84 livestock in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have foiled a cattle rustling attempt and recovered 84 livestock in Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
A military source said the operation was carried out by troops of 4 Division Demonstration Battalion deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Dumbi.
The source disclosed that the troops responded at about 5:30 a.m. on March 27 to credible intelligence on cattle rustling activities at Pan Daudu settlement.
“Following the information, troops swiftly mobilised and laid ambush at a suspected crossing point between Lamban Zango and Monday Market in Igabi Local Government Area,” the source said.
He added that the suspected rustlers, on approaching the ambush site, abandoned the livestock and fled the scene.
“The terrorists, upon sighting the troops’ position, fled in disarray, abandoning 84 rustled livestock,” he said.
According to him, the recovered animals were subsequently handed over to their rightful owners.
Troops foil cattle rustling, recover 84 livestock in Kaduna
Troops arrest 14 suspects in cordon-and-search operation in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1, Operation Hadin Kai, have arrested 14 suspects during a cordon-and-search operation in Bama Local Government Area of Borno.
Sources said the operation, conducted by troops of 21 Special Armoured Brigade, followed credible intelligence on the activities of a suspected terrorist and kidnapper identified as Baba Ali.
The sources disclosed that the operation took place at about 2:20 p.m. on March 25 at Ngurosoye village, where the suspect was being tracked through intercepted communications.
During the operation, troops apprehended 14 suspects at the location where the tracked calls were received.
Two bags of fertiliser, suspected to be for illicit use, were also recovered from the scene.
The suspects are currently in military custody for further investigation and necessary action.
Troops arrest 14 suspects in cordon-and-search operation in Borno
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