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Zulum in Oxford, addresses Int’l retreat on Borno’s peace-building
Zulum in Oxford, addresses Int’l retreat on Borno’s peace-building
By: Our Reporter
Governor of Borno State, Babagana Umara Zulum, is currently in Oxford, United Kingdom, where he addressed a group of participants at a four-day working retreat that aims to strengthen Borno’s peace-building efforts through attracting more support from the international community.
The retreat, which focuses on support for victims of Boko Haram attacks and managing repentant insurgents, is holding at the University of Oxford from September 13 to 16, 2023.
The retreat has the theme: “Strengthening the Borno Model” of peace-building in terms of improving pathways to the successes recorded in encouraging mass exit of Boko Haram fighters and addressing shortcomings of the model.
The retreat was organized by UK based Inter Mediate, a registered charity institution working towards ending armed conflicts around the world.
The charity body is partnering with “(international) experts on the development of implementation plans on transitional justice and strategic communications, and to set out a vision for the next phase of the Borno Model within the context of Nigeria’s wider peace strategy”.
The retreat is supported by the UK’s High Commission in Nigeria.
Zulum arrived the UK on Wednesday evening and on his arrival, he was hosted to a welcome dinner at the first college in the University of Oxford. He was hosted by Baroness Valerie Amos, the master of the college (the first-ever black head of an Oxford college).
Governor Zulum on Thursday made a presentation titled “The Borno Model- a strategic vision for the next phase (results, ambition and challenges).”
The retreat had presentation on “centering Borno
In a Nigerian and Regional Peace Strategy (setting the Borno model within Nigeria and LCB’s wider conflict resolution approach and harmonizing the model with the dialogue initiative)”.
The retreat is expected to produce “a winning communication strategy” and “a legal framework for transitional justice” for the Borno Model with 100 days action plan for implementation.
The retreat has representatives from the Nigerian Federal Government, the Nigerian military, the UK High Commission and consulting experts.
The governor is attending the retreat alongside a delegation that includes Borno’s Commissioner for Information and Security, Professor Usman Tar, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Hauwa Abubakar, the special adviser on security, Brigadier General Abdullahi Sabi Ishaq (retired), the chief adviser and coordinator on
Sustainable Development, Partnerships and Humanitarian Support and the special adviser on media and strategy, malam Isa Gusau.
Zulum in Oxford, addresses Int’l retreat on Borno’s peace-building
Twenty abducted villagers rescued in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
All the 20 persons abducted from Dunfawa village in Moriki District of Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara State have been rescued unharmed, security sources have confirmed.
The victims were abducted earlier on Saturday by armed bandits who stormed the village, sparking fear among residents of the area.
Sources told Zagazola that the victims were rescued at about 4:00 p.m. following sustained pressure mounted on the abductors by joint security patrol teams operating in the Moriki axis.
According to the sources, the rescue operation involved coordinated efforts by security forces deployed to the area, which forced the bandits to abandon their captives.
“All the 20 abducted persons were rescued safely and without injuries. They were taken to a government hospital for medical check-up and later debriefed before being reunited with their families,” the sources said.
They added that joint patrols had been intensified in the area to forestall further attacks and to facilitate possible rescue of other victims in nearby communities.
Residents of Dunfawa village expressed relief over the rescue, while calling for sustained security presence to prevent future abductions.
Twenty abducted villagers rescued in Zamfara
Adamawa Pastor Encourages Members to Obtain PVC, NIN
Rev. Maxwell Kuri, resident Pastor, ECWA Goodnews upper Luggere Jimeta, Yola, encouraged every eligible church member to obtain their Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC) on time, as the 2027 general elections approached.
Kuri who is also the Chairman, DCC, made the call in his new year message with the theme: “Keep Your Lamps Burning”, on Sunday in Yola.
He also called on them to as well get their National Identification Number (NIN) due to its importance.
Kuri urged them not to be discouraged by the long queues adding that such should not be an excuse.
Kuri said, early preparations were key, therefore encourage them to actively participate in politics,
“We also encourage you to take interest in governance, participate responsibly in politics and join political parties of your choices, so that good values, integrity and the fear of God can influence leadership in our nation.
“Let us not only pray for Nigeria but also play our part as responsible citizens,”he said.
Kuri further urged members to act with wisdom and responsibility as well as prepare for the service in 2026 and show love for one another.
The Pastor further urged his members, to continue praying for national development, as the Federal Government had implemented the comprehensive tax reform in January.
He said, the reform was aimed to strengthening the fiscal foundation, promote fairness, economic growth and shared national responsibility.
“Beloved members of ECWA Goodnews Church, Jimeta Yola, it is important that we continue to pray earnestly for our nation and also act with wisdom and responsibility as citizens of Nigeria.
“As you are aware, the Federal Government has recently introduced a comprehensive tax reform scheduled to take effect from Jan. 1.
“While these reforms are intended to benefit the broader economy and serve the common good, we also acknowledge the ongoing public discussions and concerns surrounding their implementation and impact,” the cleric said.
Adamawa Pastor Encourages Members to Obtain PVC, NIN
Kwankwaso: I’ll only defect to another party if offered 2027 presidential or VP ticket
By: Michael Mike
Rabiu Kwankwaso, the national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), says he would only consider defecting to another party if offered the presidential or vice-presidential ticket for the 2027 general election.
Kwankwaso also condemned the planned defection by Abba Yusuf, governor of Kano, to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing it as an act of betrayal.
Speaking to NNPP supporters at his residence in Kano on Wednesday, the former governor said despite his political journey spanning four decades, his supporters nationwide would only accept a defection if it guarantees him the top two positions in the next election.
Kwankwaso: I’ll only defect to another party if offered 2027 presidential or VP ticket
Twenty abducted villagers rescued in Zamfara
Adamawa Pastor Encourages Members to Obtain PVC, NIN
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