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WHO: UN Calls on Stakeholders to Work for Solutions to Plight of IDPs
WHO: UN Calls on Stakeholders to Work for Solutions to Plight of IDPs
By: Michael Mike
The United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator to Nigeria, Mohamed Fall has urged the Government, civil society, national and international non-governmental organisations, the private sector and UN agencies to pull together to address the immediate needs of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and work for solutions to their plight.
The Adamawa State Government also called for continued support towards durable solutions for displaced people.
The calls were made at a gathering of senior officials from the Federal and State Government of Nigeria and the United Nations joined by humanitarian partners and internally displaced people (IDPs) in Yola on Monday to commemorate World Humanitarian Day.
Speaking at the event, the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, Mohamed M. Fall urged the Government, civil society, national and international non-governmental organizations, the private sector and UN agencies to pull together to address the immediate needs of IDPs and work for solutions to their plight.
The Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri who was represented by his deputy, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, called on continued support towards durable solutions for displaced people.
Highlights of the day included a high-level visit led by Humanitarian Coordinator Mr. Fall to a stabilisation centre treating severely malnourished children. The centre is run by the Yola State Government and supported by International Rescue Committee, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the World Health Organization (WHO).
This was followed by visits to the Malkohi IDP camp, where the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (FMHAPA) and private sector partner EMNANU Foundation distributed relief items. He also visited women’s safe space run by the UN Population Fund (UNFPA).
The UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator said: “During my visit to the stabilization centre, I saw heart-wrenching scenes of babies fighting for their lives. It is unconscionable that we should see this level of suffering today. I met mothers who were hopeful that their babies would get better, but worried that they would be sick once again because they lack the means to provide them with nutritious meals,”.
He was accompanied by the UNICEF Representative in Nigeria, Cristian Munduate and the WHO Representative Dr. Walter Mulombo.
He called on partners, led by the Government, to address the severe food insecurity and malnutrition which is affecting Borno, Adamawa and Yobe (BAY) states. 4.8 million people are projected to be food insecure during the lean season, with 230,000 children at risk of life-threatening severe acute malnutrition. A lean season response plan seeking US$ 306 million to alleviate the crisis is only 30 per cent funded.
“It is only befitting that as we mark World Humanitarian Day, whose theme is Act for Humanity, we all stand in solidarity with these children whose lives are on the line,” he added.
At the Malkohi IDP Camp, the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (FMHAPA), Abel Enitan called for a reaffirmed commitment to protect civilians caught in conflicts, ensure the safety of aid workers, and mobilize resources needed to meet growing humanitarian needs.
He added, “It is imperative that we advocate for peace-building efforts and social cohesion initiatives aimed at addressing the root causes of conflict and violence.”
This year’s World Humanitarian Day theme pays tribute to humanitarian workers and the people they serve and calls on global leaders to protect them.
Globally, 280 aid workers were killed in 33 countries last year, making 2023 the deadliest year on record for the global humanitarian community. In north-east Nigeria, 4 aid workers were killed, 6 kidnapped, and 8 wounded.
According to the Secretary-General’s 2024 report on the protection of civilians in armed conflict, more than 4,500 civilians were killed due to conflict in north-east Nigeria in 2023.
WHO: UN Calls on Stakeholders to Work for Solutions to Plight of IDPs
Zulum Appoints Engr Peter Samuel as General Manager BOSAMA
By: Our Reporter
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the appointment of Engr Peter Samuel, MNSE, MNIAE, as the General Manager of Borno State Agricultural Mechanization Authority (BOSAMA).
In a statement by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Dauda Iliya, the appointment was based on Engr Samuel’s outstanding professional competence, proven track record, and experience in agricultural engineering and mechanization.
The statement noted that Engr Samuel possesses the requisite qualifications, technical expertise and leadership capacity required to reposition BOSAMA in line with Governor Zulum’s agricultural transformation agenda.
The newly appointed General Manager is an Agricultural Engineer with academic, professional, administrative, and practical experience in agricultural mechanization, farm power and machinery, irrigation engineering, and agricultural infrastructure development.
He holds a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Farm Power and Machinery from Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi (formerly the Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi), a Postgraduate Diploma in Farm Management and Production Economics from Nasarawa State University, and a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Agricultural and Environmental Resources Engineering from the University of Maiduguri.
Engr Samuel has distinguished himself through years of meritorious service in teaching, research, agricultural engineering practice, and project implementation. He currently serves as a Lecturer in Farm Power and Machinery at Ramat Polytechnic, Maiduguri.
Over the years, he has held several strategic leadership positions, including General Manager of a commercial agricultural enterprise, Project Coordinator, Programme Coordinator, and Consultant on numerous agricultural development interventions implemented by reputable national and international organisations.
He is a member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) and the Nigerian Institution of Agricultural Engineers (NIAE).
Governor Babagana Zulum congratulated the new General Manager on his appointment and urged him to deploy his wealth of knowledge, technical expertise, and experience in agricultural mechanization to strengthen the operations of BOSAMA
Zulum Appoints Engr Peter Samuel as General Manager BOSAMA
Troops Arrest Suspected Military Impostor in Katsina
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of 17 Brigade have arrested a suspected military impostor during a fighting patrol in Malumfashi Local Government Area.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspect was apprehended at about 1:30 p.m. on July 4 by troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Malumfashi while conducting routine patrols within Malumfashi town.
According to the sources, the suspect was intercepted while wearing a woodland camouflage three-quarter short, raising suspicion among the troops.
A search conducted on the suspect led to the recovery of a fake Nigerian Army identity card, four Automated Teller Machine (ATM) cards, one woodland camouflage three-quarter short, a wristwatch and the sum of ₦17,000.
The suspect and the recovered exhibits are currently in military custody pending further investigation.
Military sources said the arrest forms part of ongoing efforts to curb impersonation of security personnel and other criminal activities within the area.
Troops Arrest Suspected Military Impostor in Katsina
Troops Recover 50 Rustled Cattle, Repel Suspected Rustlers in Kaduna
By Zagazola Makama
Troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Kankomi have recovered 50 rustled cattle after repelling suspected cattle rustlers during an ambush operation in Chikun Local Government Area.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops responded to a distress call at about 9:55 a.m. on July 4 over the activities of suspected rustlers at Ungwan Gontu community.
According to the sources, the troops swiftly laid an ambush and made contact with the fleeing suspects, forcing them to abandon the stolen livestock and escape into the surrounding area.
During the operation, the troops recovered 50 rustled cattle, which were subsequently identified and handed over to their rightful owner.
Military sources said efforts are ongoing to track down the fleeing suspects as security operations continue to combat cattle rustling and other criminal activities across Kaduna State.
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