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ActionAid Secures £56 million to Address Poverty in Nigeria
ActionAid Secures £56 million to Address Poverty in Nigeria
By: Michael Mike
ActionAid Nigeria has secured funds to the tune of £56 million to address poverty in Nigeria.
The disclosure was made by new Country Director of ActionAid Nigeria on Monday when he was introduced to the press as the new helmsman of the NGO.
Mamedu stressed that ActionAid is resolute in its efforts to be the voice of those living in poverty and exclusion.
Mamedu takes over from Ene Obi who just concluded her tenure. It was revealed that no fewer than 120 applicants entered the race for the job of ActionAid Country Director.
The new Country Director said that under his watch, ActionAid will foster national and international partnership to address the root causes of poverty and inequality in the country.
He spoke shortly after his introduction to the media by the Chair of Board of ActionAid, Dr. Jummai Umar-Ajijola in Abuja.
Mamedu who has put in 18 years in ActionAid said he “in the last couple of six, five years, I was opportuned to lead a resource mobilisation innovation directorate expressed as the head of directory and then as the director. I pioneered the establishment of that directorate and together with the ActionAid team we have been able to raise a total of £56 million.
He added: “So that is the benchmark that we have set and we hope to surpass in doing our final work of eradicating poverty in Nigeria.”
He further pledged to amplifiy the voices of those living in poverty and exclusion, champion their rights, and tirelessly strive to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
He said that: “Our world is increasingly interconnected, and so are our challenges and solutions. ActionAid Nigeria will continue to foster national and international partnerships and allegiances to address thenroot cause of poverty and inequality within our nation.
“We will continue to pristine engagement with Federal, State and Local governments, relevant ministries, Department and Agencies who have the responsibility as duty bearers to ensure a just Nigeria.
“I am committed to guiding ActionAid collaboration with the ActionAid Federation and other global allies to address global imbalances that perpetuate poverty, particularly in Global South. Our focus will steadfastly remain on the poor and excluded, especially women, girls, young individuals, children, and persons with disabilities.”
In her introductory speech, Board Chair of ActionAid Nigeria, Ajijola said the new Country Director emerged from the pack of 120 applicants after a rigorous recruitment process.
She said they are confident that he is the right leader to guide organisation forward.
She also added, “this is a moment of transition and continuity, a moment that embodies the resilience and adaptability of ActionAid Nigeria.
“But let me emphasised that Mr Andrew Mamesu is not a new face among us. He has been a cornerstone of our organisation for a remarkable 18 years. His journey through our ranks has been nothing short of inspiring.”
ActionAid Secures £56 million to Address Poverty in Nigeria
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA foil bandits’ attack in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with the Nigerian Army and Police Command in Katsina State, have foiled an attempted attack by armed bandits in Malumfashi Local Government Area.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 7:35 p.m. following credible intelligence that armed bandits on motorcycles were heading towards Gora village.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA and other security operatives, intercepted the bandits and engaged in a fierce gun duel.
The bandits fled in disarray under superior firepower. No casualty was recorded, and calm has since returned to the area,”said sources.
The sources added that aggressive patrols and clearance operations had been intensified to track down the fleeing criminals.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA foil bandits’ attack in Katsina
4 arrested over attack on Sokoto Deputy Governor’s convoy
By: Zagazola Makama
At least four persons have been arrested over an attack on the convoy of the Deputy Governor of Sokoto State who was returning from a condolence visit in Shagari Local Government Area.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the deputy governor had visited Shagari town to commiserate with victims displaced by recent bandits’ attacks on their villages when angry displaced persons attacked him.
“On his way back around 1 p.m., the convoy was obstructed by displaced persons who blocked the road and vandalised some vehicles in the entourage.
“Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, swiftly cleared the obstruction and restored order.
“Four suspects were arrested at the scene and transferred to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for discreet investigation,” sources said.
The sources added that calm had since returned to the area, while security had been reinforced to forestall further disturbances.
4 arrested over attack on Sokoto Deputy Governor’s convoy
20 feared dead in Niger boat mishap
By: Zagazola Makama
Twenty persons, including the village head of Tungan-Sule in Malale District, Borgu Local Government Area of Niger, have drowned in a boat mishap.
Sources said the tragedy occurred at about 1:45 p.m. on Sept. 2 when a locally made wooden boat carrying the victims capsized while on transit between Tungan-Sule and Toduga villages.
According to the sources, all the passengers were drowned before the arrival of the rescue team.
“The bodies were later recovered and buried at the riverbank according to traditional rites,” said the sources.
The sources said that police and local authorities had visited the community to commiserate with the families of the deceased.
20 feared dead in Niger boat mishap
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA foil bandits’ attack in Katsina
4 arrested over attack on Sokoto Deputy Governor’s convoy
20 feared dead in Niger boat mishap
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