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ActionAid Secures £56 million to Address Poverty in Nigeria

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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.”

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Six Arrested as Farmers, Herders Clash in Adamawa

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Six Arrested as Farmers, Herders Clash in Adamawa

By: Zagazola Makama

The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested six suspects following a clash between farmers and herders in Waduku, Lamurde Local Government Area, which resulted in injuries to a villager and 11 cattle.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. on April 2 when some herders allegedly trespassed into a rice farm and caused damage to the crops.

In retaliation, angry youths from the village attacked the herders, injuring their cattle and wounding one person identified as Righteous Boti from Nzumoso Village.

Security personnel visited the scene and held an emergency meeting with local stakeholders to prevent further escalation of violence.

The arrested suspects include Rabo Buba, 31; Ahmadu Adamu, 20; Stephen Pwagwadi, 17; Shadrach Simon, 19; Lot Gad, 20; and Righteous Boti, 27.

The injured individuals received treatment at the Tingno Primary Health Care Clinic and have since been discharged.

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Suspected Thief Dies After Being Beaten by Man O’ War officer, in FCT

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Suspected Thief Dies After Being Beaten by Man O’ War officer, in FCT

By: Zagazola Makama

A suspected thief in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has died after being beaten by a security officer following his apprehension on April 2.

A Police sources said that a distress call was received at Karu Division about a suspected thief seen around Supreme Quarters in Karu at approximately 1:00 p.m.

The suspect was approached by security personnel who believed him to be involved in theft. When questioned, the suspect attempted to flee but was quickly chased and apprehended by civilian security personnel.

Kola Oba, a Man O’ War officer, then reportedly took the suspect into custody and subjected him to severe physical abuse. The suspect later succumbed to the injuries sustained during the beating and passed away.

The sources said that the Police detectives were dispatched to the scene, and photographs were taken. The body was subsequently transported to the hospital mortuary for preservation.

The suspect’s identity remains unknown, and efforts are underway to locate his family. The officer involved has been arrested.

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Sokoto: Man Arrested for Killing Woman in Domestic Dispute

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Sokoto: Man Arrested for Killing Woman in Domestic Dispute

By: Zagazola Makama

A domestic dispute in Sagera Ango Village, Gada LGA, turned deadly on April 2, 2025, when Ali Garba, during a heated argument with A’isha Araga, attacked her with a cutlass.

The altercation, which escalated quickly, resulted in Ali Garba inflicting severe injuries on A’isha’s neck and other parts of her body.

Security personnel, responded promptly to the scene and rushed A’isha to General Hospital Gada for medical treatment. However, she succumbed to her injuries while receiving care.

Ali Garba was immediately apprehended by the police and is in custody.

The case has been handed over to the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Criminal Investigation Department (DC CID), for further discreet investigation.

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