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Army organized seminar for media influencers in Yobe
Army organized seminar for media influencers in Yobe
By: Yahaya Wakili
The Army Headquarters Department of Civil Military Affairs organized the 32nd edition of the Social Media Influencers Seminar on behalf of the Nigerian Army on March 7 and 24 at Land Mark Hall, CEDARS Shopping and Recreational Hub, Damaturu, Yobe State.
The seminar was designed to offer a conducive environment for all social media influencers, bloggers, media practitioners, and the general public to freely interact with members of the Nigerian Army towards promoting national security.
The 32nd edition of the seminar was themed “Emerging Trends on Social Media Impact on National Security.”
During the seminar, two lectures were presented to the participants titled “The Responsibility of Social Media Influencers and Bloggers in Promoting National Cohesion and Security” and “Responsible Behavior on Social Media and Implications for National Security.”
In his remarks, the Threatre Commander Joint Task Force North East Operation Hadin Kai, who is the special guest of honor, Major General W. Shaibu, said that the Nigerian Army will always be grateful for the contributions and support of young people, especially those of Yobe and other states within the North East of Nigeria, who have been of immense value in the fight against insurgency.
Able to be represented by Commander Sector 2 Operation Hadin Kai, Major General MLD Saraso expressed his sincere appreciation to the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant-General TA Lagbaja, for his exceptional and strategic leadership in piloting the affairs of the Nigerian Army and conducting all its activities for the benefit of humanity.
Earlier in his remarks, the Chief of Civil Military Affairs, Majo-General NC Ugbo, reiterated that the security of our dear nation is a collective responsibility; therefore, the Nigerian Army and other security agencies cannot do it alone.
He pointed out that the members of any community need to pay attention to their environment and support the activities of the Nigerian Army and other security agencies geared towards ensuring a peaceful and viable economic environment in Yobe State and Nigeria.
In his keynote address, the representative from Yobe state government, the Hon. Commissioner for Information and Culture, Alhaji Abdullahi Bego, who was represented by the permanent secretary of the Ministry of Information and Culture, Alhaji Modu, appreciated and commended the commitments and sacrifices of the Nigerian Army in the fight against insurgency in the North East, most especially the troops of Sector 2 Operation Hadin Kai in Damaturu, Yobe state.
He further reiterated that social media influencers should always exercise caution in the content they create and share on their platforms. Adding to that, all must be vigilant against the propagation of fake news and misinformation that can harm national security interests and jeopardize the safety of their own communities.
Army organized seminar for media influencers in Yobe
Friday prayers strengthen our bond as Muslims, Lawan
By: Yahaya Wakili
President of the 9th Senate, Senator Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan, Ph.D., GCON, Sardaunan Bade, Yobe North Senatorial District, said that one of the most significant benefits of Friday’s Juma’at prayers is the opportunity it provides us as Muslims to come together to strengthen our bond as faithfuls.
Senator Ahmad Lawan disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen in Damaturu after Friday’s Juma’at prayers at the Aliyu Ibn Ali Talib Masjid Mosque in Maitama, Abuja.
He said it serves as a reminder for us to reflect on our faith and strive for spiritual growth and purification. It is also a time for us as believers to seek forgiveness for our sins, offer repentance, and renew our commitment to following the teachings of Islam.
“In addition to the spiritual benefits, Friday’s Juma’at prayers also hold a special place in supplications for the prosperity and well-being of our dear country, Nigeria. We must always pray for the peace, prosperity, and development of Nigeria.
“I seized the opportunity today to seek Allah’s (SWT) blessing and guidance for the leaders of our nation for economic growth, social harmony, and overall success.” Senator Lawan said.
May Almighty Allah (SWT) help us to work together as one nation as we strive towards realizing a better and brighter future for our beloved country. Ameen.
Friday prayers strengthen our bond as Muslims, Lawan
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Six Commanders of ISWAP/Boko Haram and scores of fighters killed, 24 fighters captured alive in renewed clashes
Six Commanders of ISWAP/Boko Haram and scores of fighters killed, 24 fighters captured alive in renewed clashes
By: Zagazola Makama
Atleast Six Commanders of the Islamic State of the West African Province and the Jamā’at Ahl as-Sunnah lid-Da’wah wa’l-Jihād, Boko Haram faction were and scores of fighters were perished in a gunfight between the groups at Tumbum Fulani in the North East of Kangarwa.
It was gathered that in the wee hours of April 26, 2024, angry Boko Haram elements went to where ISWAP fighters were camping in Tumbun Fulani and attacked them in response to the series of attacks launched by ISWAP on its positions.
Imparcable sources told Zagazola Makama, a Counter Insurgency Expert and Security Analyst in the Lake Chad region that thr fight at Tumbun Fulani was bloody as the Boko Haram group succeeded in killing Abu Imrana, the ISWAP Commander (Khaid) of the Lake Chad, Abu Nura, Commander In Charge of the Waterways (Naval) as well as scores of their fighters.
But a the Boko Haram faction who carried the attack were tried to withdraw, they met strong resistance from the ISWAP counterparts who deployed more of their fighters to engage the rival group.
In the aftermath of the heavy gunbattle, the ISWAP overpowered the Boko Haram faction and killed four Commanders, several fighters while 24 fighters were captured alive and taken to Prison. The ISWAP group also seized several weapons from the Boko Haram group.
The JAS group – led by Ibrahim Bakura Doro aka Bakaura Buduma – has remained a formidable enemy of ISWAP ever since Shekau’s death It has repeatedly attacked ISWAP positions around the lake.
The deadly rivalry between the two erstwhile allies will continue unabated as the Boko Haram fighters are not prepared to surrender their supremacy or be displaced by the ‘usurpers. ISWAP on the other hand, vowed to eliminate all the Boko Haram terrorists on the surface of the earth.
Six Commanders of ISWAP/Boko Haram and scores of fighters killed, 24 fighters captured alive in renewed clashes
Romania Donates Educational Tools to Nigerian Army School
By: Michael Mike
The Romanian government as part of efforts to deepen relations with the Nigeria, has presented dozens of laptops and printers to the army day secondary school, Mambila barracks Maitama.
This intervention in aimed at supporting the education effort of the Nigerian government to families of those in the armed forces.
The Romanian ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Florin Talipam and the Honorary Consul to Nigeria, Mr. Emeka Obianozie presented the ROAID, Agenția de Cooperare Internațională Pentru Dezvoltare (Romania’s International Development Cooperation Agency) donation on behalf of the Romanian government in Abuja.
The Romanian ambassador to Nigeria, Florin Talipam in his speech said that the ROAID donation was part of the Romanian government’s effort to support countries that need some intervention in selected areas of human endeavor and the presentation of laptops and printers to the army day secondary school supports and justifies the vision of the government.
Obianozie, the Honorary Consul to Nigeria during the presentation to the Army Day Secondary School Mambila Barracks said the school was selected in the Federal Capital Territory, primarily to honour, and appreciate the sacrifices of the members of the Nigerian Armed Forces in the defense of the nation.
He added that: “The idea is to ensure that the school where the children of these officers and men of the Nigerian Armed Forces who put their life on the line for the nation are equipped with the necessary ICT facilities to enable them compete in a fast-developing digital world.”
The principal of the school, Hajia Sadat Yahaya noted that it is a dream come true for the students and staff as the presentation of laptops and printers will significantly enhance the schools’ educational resources, and students ICT exposure.
She expressed, in her address, appreciation of the gesture of goodwill by the Romanian government and announced that the Army Day Secondary’s Computer Room will be renamed “the Romanian ICT lab” with the school ready to welcome Romanian arts and other materials which will be equally displayed in the lab.
The principal added that government alone cannot shoulder everything in education and what the Romanian government has done for the school showed it is a believer in the education of the Nigerian child and that it effort geared towards supporting the Nigerian government and the future of the young school children could not but be commended.
One of the highlights of the event is a dramatic presentation of Gbagyi and Igbo traditional dances by the students in their beautiful cultural attires.
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