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ActionAid Calls For Collective Action Against Climate Change Effects On Women, Children
ActionAid Calls For Collective Action Against Climate Change Effects On Women, Children
By: Michael Mike
ActionAid Nigeria has called for more collective actions to cushion the effects of devastating climate change on Nigerian women and children.
The international humanitarian organisation made the call in Abuja on Tuesday, during the Women Climate Champion Award, noting that the clarion call became necessary following the continued hardship and vulnerabilities being experienced by women in several rural communities where the climate change effects are very rife.
Country Director, ActionAid Nigeria, Andrew Mamedu said the organisation, apart from working to bring succor to women, children and other vulnerable people in different adverse circumstances, has also decided to recognise and honour both individuals and groups that are contributing to the cause of women across the country.
He noted that climate change has further deepened the gender inequalities existing in the country, decrying that women in conflict-affected areas were the hard-hit.
He said: “We take a significant step towards changing that narrative. The Women Climate Champion Award is not just a recognition, but a celebration of the remarkable contributions made by women, individuals, and organizations in the realm of climate action.
“Through this annual award, we aim to honor those who have made substantial strides in addressing climate-related challenges, advocating for gender equality, and building resilience in their communities.
“In Nigeria, as in many parts of the world, climate change compounds the vulnerabilities faced by women in conflict-affected areas, making their roles and contributions even more critical. We are here to shed light on these issues, share knowledge, and forge a path towards more inclusive and gender-responsive climate solutions.
“ Our roundtable today has several key objectives. Firstly, we aim to recognize and celebrate the extraordinary impact of women in climate action. The Women Climate Champion Award will spotlight those whose work has led to meaningful, positive changes in the lives of women and communities. We will also explore innovative approaches that challenge traditional methods and foster sustainability for long-term impact.
Also Speaking, Blessing Aganbi, the Principal Meteorologist, who represented the Director General of Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMET) urged all stakeholders to make a commitment towards alleviating effects of climate change.
She noted that climate change is a phenomenon that is affecting people globally and may not end soon, hence the need for a collective action.
ActionAid Calls For Collective Action Against Climate Change Effects On Women, Children
Four children die mysteriously in Borno community, parents hospitalised
By: Zagazola Makama
Tragedy struck in Kukurpu village, Kwajaffa District of Hawul Local Government Area, Borno State, where four children from the same family were confirmed dead after being found unconscious alongside their parents.
Zagazola Makama reports that the incident occurred on Thursday morning when neighbours raised alarm after several unanswered phone calls to the family’s head, 35-year-old Muktari Idrisa.
According to sources, a neighbour, Bukar Musa, eventually reached Idrisa’s wife, Maimuna, who revealed that everyone in the house was seriously ill and unable to stand.
The neighbours rushed to the residence and discovered Idrisa, his wife, and their four children lying unconscious.
The children were identified as: Idrisa Muktari, male, Hauwa Muktari, female, 9 years, Binta Muktari, female, 6 years and Saidu Muktari, male, 1 year.
Security forces and medical experts rushed to the scene. Doctors certified all four children dead on arrival, while the parents were admitted and are responding to treatment.
The corpses were deposited at the hospital mortuary before being released to relatives for burial according to Islamic rites.
Authorities say the cause of the incident is yet to be ascertained, though police say the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in Maiduguri has commenced a full investigation.
The tragic development has thrown the quiet farming community of Kukurpu into mourning.
Four children die mysteriously in Borno community, parents hospitalised
Operation FANSAN YANMA donates fertiliser to farmers in zamfara to boost food security
By: Zagazola Makama
Operation FANSAN YANMA has donated 200 bags of fertiliser to farmers in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State to support agriculture and strengthen civil-military relations.
Zagazola Makama report that the donation was made on Sept. 2 by the Theatre Commander of OPFY, Maj Gen OO Soyele, represented by Brig Gen N. Mbaka.
The items were handed over to the Emir of Tsafe, HRH Alhaji Abubakar Muhammad Bawa, under the Defence Headquarters’ civil-military cooperation initiative.
Soyele reiterated OPFY’s commitment to combining non-kinetic interventions with kinetic operations to secure farming communities.
The Emir described the gesture as timely and assured full cooperation from his subjects in the fight against terrorists.
Community leaders and farmers present at the event lauded the military’s proactive approach to resilience and food security.
Operation FANSAN YANMA donates fertiliser to farmers in zamfara to boost food security
Troops foil terrorist attacks, recover livestock in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have repelled multiple terrorist attacks across Zamfara State, neutralising a gunman, rescuing kidnap victims and recovering dozens of rustled livestock.
Zagazola Makama report that the operations were carried out in Anka, Shinkafi, and Bukkuyum Local Government Areas in the past 48 hours.
Sources said troops deployed at Shinkafi engaged terrorists who had abducted locals near Shanawa village. The operation led to the killing of one terrorist and the recovery of an AK-47 rifle, three mobile phones, cash and other items.
In another incident, troops at Danmarke ambushed terrorists moving with rustled livestock from Kyairu village towards Bagega in Anka LGA. The troops forced the criminals to abandon 37 cows and a camel.
The recovered animals were handed over to the Bukkuyum Local Government Chairman, Mr. Aminu A. Gummi, in the presence of ward councillors and police representatives.
“These operations are restoring confidence among farming communities that have suffered repeated terrorist incursions,” the source said.
Residents commended the military for their swift response, saying the action prevented what could have been another mass displacement.
Troops foil terrorist attacks, recover livestock in Zamfara
Four children die mysteriously in Borno community, parents hospitalised
Operation FANSAN YANMA donates fertiliser to farmers in zamfara to boost food security
Troops foil terrorist attacks, recover livestock in Zamfara
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