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Better Days for the Elderly as Nana Kashim unveils Renewed Hope initiative
Better Days for the Elderly as Nana Kashim unveils Renewed Hope initiative
….. Unveils Economy Empowerment and Health Support Scheme for elderly in Borno
By: Our Reporter
The Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme (RHIES) borne out of commitment to welfare of the elderly citizens is aimed at providing economic empowerment and healthcare services to the elderly across all the states of the federation including the FCT. The targeted beneficiaries are the elderly from the age of 65 and above, as well as the physically challenged.
Unveiling the Scheme at the Cyprian Ekwensi center for arts and culture Garki abuja on the 21st of December the National Chairman and First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu represented by the National Vice chairman and wife of the vice president Hajiya Nana Shettima stated that the initiative has earmarked Nine hundred and Fifty Million Naira to be shared to the beneficiaries. Each state, according to Hajiya Nana shettima, is allocated twenty-five million Naira for onward distribution. She urged the senior citizens to embrace life to the fullest, prioritizing their health and bond with loved ones.
Hajiya Nana Shettima emphasized that in the spirit of this season which is a time of joy and comfort ,the administration of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu seeks for your continued support and prayers as the nation look forward to better days ahead.
During the symbolic presentation, the wife of the vice president announced that Beneficiaries are to take home 100,000 Naira to assist them during the festive period .
In an opening remarks the Minister for State FCT Dr Mariya Mahmoud Bunure said the Mission of the Renewed Hope Initiative is not just about distributing material items,it is also about fostering a sense of community, compassion and respect for our elders, youths, girl child and widows.
The minister said the distribution by the First Lady is a gesture that reflects her commitment to ensuring the comfort and well-being of those who have paved the way for us.
Dr Mariya added that as we hand out these items, let us also take a moment to engage with our elders, listen to their stories, and learn from their rich tapestry of life experiences.
High point of the event was interactive session with the elderly and an interview by a physically challenged Reporter from a national broadcast station by wife of the vice president Hajiya Nana Shettima aside the symbolic presentation of cash and gift items.
The Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme (RHIESS) for the FCTA is coordinated by the mandate secretary women affairs secretariat Mrs Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi.
Better Days for the Elderly as Nana Kashim unveils Renewed Hope initiative
Troops rescue two kidnapped victims in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1 under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have rescued two kidnapped victims in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 3:50 a.m. on April 15 when troops deployed at Kyado responded to a distress call on kidnapping activities in the area.
According to the sources, the troops swiftly moved to the scene, prompting the kidnappers to abandon their victims and flee.
The sources added that the troops successfully rescued the two victims and reunited them with their families.
Security operations have been intensified in the area to track down the fleeing suspects and prevent further incidents.
Troops rescue two kidnapped victims in Benue
Troops arrest bandit kingpin’s Deputy, wife in Gombe following intelligence operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops have arrested the second-in-command to a notorious bandit kingpin, Kachalla Auta, alongside his wife in Gombe State following an intelligence-led tracking operation across multiple locations.
Sources said the suspects, identified as Bala, popularly known as “Pakapaka,” and his wife, Zulaha Bala, were intercepted after fleeing from Dajin Madam Forest in Plateau State.
According to the sources, the arrests were the result of sustained intelligence surveillance and coordinated ground tracking by security operatives targeting fleeing members of the criminal network.
The suspects are currently in custody and undergoing interrogation to determine their level of involvement in the group’s activities and possible connections with other cells operating within and outside the region.
In a related development, troops conducted follow-up patrols around Bayar village in the Duguri axis after intelligence indicated that the main bandit kingpin had fled into the area.
However, no contact was made during the search operation.
Security sources said troops have continued to dominate the general area with sustained patrols aimed at denying criminal elements freedom of movement and disrupting their operational networks across Plateau, Taraba, and adjoining states.
Troops arrest bandit kingpin’s Deputy, wife in Gombe following intelligence operation
Troops rescue 12 kidnapped victims, arrest kingpin’s aides in Plateau–Taraba forest operations
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops conducting ongoing clearance operations under Operation Wutan Daji have rescued 12 kidnapped victims and arrested key associates of a fleeing bandit leader during coordinated offensives across forested areas linking Plateau and Taraba States.
A military source said the operations, carried out on April 15 and 16, involved troops of the 33 Artillery Brigade in conjunction with an Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) tactical team.
According to the source, the operations were conducted in the Dajin Madam and Kumbodoro forest axis, spanning parts of Plateau and Taraba States.
The source said the sustained offensive led to the recovery of 12 kidnapped victims who escaped from their captors during the pressure mounted by troops.
The victims were subsequently taken into custody for profiling before being moved to an Internally Displaced Persons facility in Fukuk.
Troops also recovered a Dane gun, a fabricated AK-47 rifle and a power bank during the operation.
Troops rescue 12 kidnapped victims, arrest kingpin’s aides in Plateau–Taraba forest operations
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