Yobe State Police Command Achieves Significant Successes in 2024, CP Lauds Personnel Strides

By: Our Reporter

The Command is proud to announce its remarkable achievements in maintaining law and order throughout the state in 2024. This milestone is a testament to the Command’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents.

During the period under review, a significant decrease in crimes, including armed robbery, kidnapping, and homicide, was recorded. Successful investigations and prosecutions of 454 cases were successfully investigated and prosecuted, with 116 cases still under investigation.

In furtherance to its crime preventive strategies and protection of vulnerable groups, measures were implemented to protect women and children from harm, resulting in a decrease in sexual-related offences. Similarly, 17 cases of unnatural offences were recorded and are being thoroughly investigated and prosecuted.

Consequently, a massive reduction in minor crimes, such as theft, burglary, cheating, and farmer/herder conflicts, was also achieved.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Garba Ahmed, emphasized that the Command remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents across the state. This commitment is reflected in the Command’s efforts to sustain its successes and build on its achievements in the coming year.

The Command acknowledges the collaboration and cooperation of the members of the public and enjoins them to continue with the efforts as the Command assures its working relationship to sustain the tempo while forging ahead to a new year.

Yobe State Police Command Achieves Significant Successes in 2024, CP Lauds Personnel Strides

Guterres Calls on Countries to Put the World on a Safer Path in 2025

By: Michael Mike

The United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres has called on countries of the world to in 2025 put the world on a safer path by dramatically slashing
emissions, and supporting the transition to a renewable future.

Guterres, in his new year message, said:
“Throughout 2024, hope has been hard to find. Wars are causing enormous pain, suffering and displacement. Inequalities and divisions are rife — fueling tensions and mistrust.”

He added that: “And today I can officially report that we have just endured a decade of deadly heat. The top ten 10 hottest years on record have happened in the last 10 years, including 2024.

“This is climate breakdown — in real time.
We must exit this road to ruin — and we have no time to lose.

“In 2025, countries must put the world on a safer path by dramatically slashing
emissions, and supporting the transition to a renewable future.

“It is essential — and it is possible.
Even in the darkest days, I’ve seen hope power change.

“I see hope in activists — young and old — raising their voices for progress. I see hope in the humanitarian heroes overcoming enormous obstacles to support
the most vulnerable people. I see hope in developing countries fighting for financial and climate justice.

“I see hope in the scientists and innovators breaking new ground for humanity.
And I saw hope in September, when world leaders came together to adopt the Pact
for the Future.

“The Pact is a new push to build peace through disarmament and prevention.
To reform the global financial system so it supports and represents all countries.
To push for more opportunities for women and young people.

“To build guardrails so technologies put people over profits and rights over runaway
algorithms.

“And always, to stick to the values and principles enshrined by human rights,
international law and the United Nations Charter.”

He however said: “There are no guarantees for what’s ahead in 2025. But I pledge to stand with all those who are working to forge a more peaceful, equal, stable and healthy future for all people.”

He exhumed hope that: “Together, we can make 2025 a new beginning. Not as a world divided.But as nations united.”

Guterres Calls on Countries to Put the World on a Safer Path in 2025

Nigeria Issues Travel Advisory on Australia

By: Michael Mike

Nigeria has issued a travel advisory to its citizens embarking on a trip to Australia, warning them against traveling to some cities in the country.

A statement signed by the acting spokesperson of the ministry, Kimiebi Ebienfa on Tuesday read: “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs wishes to advise citizens of the country planning to travel to Australia to take into cognizance the prevailing security situation in some cities. This is imperative for Nigerian travellers and residents in Australia due to reported cases of discrimination, harassment and verbal abuse targeted at foreigners. The unfortunate recent surge in antisemitic and Islamophobic hate crimes in Australia has increased the risk of violence, hence the need for caution.

“While Australia is generally known for its multiculturalism and tolerance, incidents of Islamophobia and antisemitism have occurred recently in certain areas. In early December 2024, a disturbing incident occurred in the Sydney suburb of Woollahra, where a car was set ablaze and anti-Israel graffiti was sprayed on nearby buildings. This event is part of a broader increase in both antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents in Australia, coinciding with international conflicts and tensions.

“Nigerians are therefore advised to be mindful of the prevailing cultural and social dynamics to ensure their safety and comfort. To this end, extra vigilance and necessary precautions are strongly recommended.

“Nigerian travellers and residents of Australia who experience or witness any form of racist attack or harassment should contact the High Commission of Nigeria at 26 Guilfoyle St, Yarralumla ACT 2600, Canberra, Australia. Phone: +61262158500. Email: chancery@nigeria-can.org.au”

Nigeria Issues Travel Advisory on Australia