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Borno Government doles out N500million to the UMTH for flood recovery, promises to assist in raising more funds
Borno Government doles out N500million to the UMTH for flood recovery, promises to assist in raising more funds
By: Bodunrin Kayode
Governor Babagana Zulum has made a contribution of N500m to the post flood recovery efforts of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH).
Making the donation yesterday during a visit to the UMTH, the Governor said that it was unfortunate that the flood had to cause so much destruction in the capital and the hospital but that will not deter him from ensuring that more funds are raised to assist the management to return to its former footing of excellence.
The Governor who went round the hospital with the Minister of Health Professor Mohammed Parte to see the damaged equipments for himself said that the facility was in his mind and he would do all he can to make sure it continues to take care of his people.
Zulum noted that the growth and development of the health sector in the State cannot be over emphasized, which is why the Borno State govt will continue to assist in whatever way it can to ensure that residents have access to its services.
“We are all affected by the flood. Indeed the hospital belongs to the federal government but there is no distinction between the federal and state concerning this because the beneficiaries are the indigenous people of Borno state of which over 90% use the facility.
” In addition to this, we shall partner together to seek for more funding to the teaching Hospital to ensure it bounces back to its path of continuous progress.
“Indeed, we have never witnessed such phenomenal growth in the hospital before as we have been seeing since you came on board as a result, i want to commend the Chief Medical Director (CMD) for the consistent growth the hospital has been witnessing. However, you just have to be patient with the people and keep on the good work regardless of what happens.”
The Governor noted that some of the machines are very sensitive and understands why some sections of the hospital will have to remain closed until repairs are completed since a lot of repair work must take place before the machines can be put on.
Prof Zulum commended the Minister for the support he has given not only to Borno State but to the health sector in the north east and the entire country.
Responding after touring the facilities affected on the ground floor of the main building, the Minister of health Professor Pate commended the Governor for his contribution of N500m to the rebuilding of the UMTH.
He described it as a significant contribution giving the fact that the state capital was also under water on the 10th of September causing a lot of people to loose their properties and lives.
He assured that the ministry has prioritized the UMTH and will work with the state govt to get resources from anywhere to bring it back to its normal standard.
The Minister commended the CMD Professor Ahmed Ahidjo and his team also for their dedication to duties and assured that his ministry will do more as time goes on to increase the tempo of development in the water damaged facility.
The Governor and the minister went round the various damaged facilities before expressing their views to newsmen.
Borno Government doles out N500million to the UMTH for flood recovery, promises to assist in raising more funds
Two suspected criminals arrested during patrol in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1 under Operation Enduring Peace have arrested two suspected criminals during a routine patrol in Jos East Local Government Area of Plateau.
Security sources disclosed that the suspects, identified as Azi Ezekiel, 21, and Ajiji Emmanuel, 19, were apprehended at about 10:30 a.m. on Saturday along the road leading to Forbur Village.
The sources said the suspects were intercepted by troops of Sector 1, Sub-Sector 12, while conducting a routine patrol in the area.
According to the sources, the two suspects have been handed over to the Keystone Police Station in Forbur for further investigation and possible prosecution.
The arrest forms part of ongoing security operations aimed at combating criminal activities and enhancing safety across Plateau State.
Two suspected criminals arrested during patrol in Plateau
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Plateau community
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 4 of Operation Enduring Peace have arrested a suspected kidnapper during a security operation in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau.
Security sources said the suspect, identified as Mohamdu Surajo, 29, was arrested at about 6:45 p.m. on Friday at Sabon Layi Village following sustained security operations in the area.
The sources disclosed that the suspect is currently in military custody and is undergoing preliminary interrogation to aid ongoing investigations.
They added that the arrest is part of continued efforts by security forces to dismantle criminal networks and enhance security across Plateau State.
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Plateau community
Venezuela Solidarity Group Urges U.S. to Lift Sanctions After Deadly Earthquakes
By: Michael Mike
The Venezuela Solidarity Campaign in Nigeria (VSCN) has called for the immediate and unconditional lifting of United States sanctions on Venezuela, arguing that the restrictions are hampering humanitarian relief and reconstruction efforts following devastating twin earthquakes that reportedly killed more than 2,000 people and displaced over 50,000 others.
In a statement issued on Sunday and signed by its coordinator, Comrade Dimeji Macaulay, the group expressed solidarity with the Venezuelan people and the Bolivarian Government, describing the earthquakes as a humanitarian tragedy that has left widespread destruction of homes, hospitals, schools, roads and other critical infrastructure.
The organisation extended condolences to families of the victims and praised what it described as the resilience of the Venezuelan people in confronting the disaster despite years of economic hardship.
According to the VSCN, the U.S. sanctions have weakened Venezuela’s capacity to respond effectively to the emergency by limiting access to financial resources and restricting the importation of medicines, equipment, technology and other essential materials.
The group maintained that maintaining the sanctions during a humanitarian crisis amounts to collective punishment against ordinary citizens and called for their permanent removal to facilitate relief operations and long-term reconstruction.
“There can be no moral or legal justification for maintaining an economic blockade against a country struggling to save lives and rebuild after a devastating natural disaster,” the statement said, adding that every day the sanctions remain in force prolongs the suffering of the Venezuelan people.
The campaign also urged the Federal Government of Nigeria to publicly support the removal of the sanctions, strengthen diplomatic relations with Venezuela and contribute to international humanitarian efforts for victims of the disaster.
It further appealed to the African Union to reject unilateral coercive measures, describing them as violations of international law, while calling on African countries to support Venezuela’s recovery.
The group equally called on the United Nations to intensify humanitarian assistance and ensure that sanctions do not obstruct emergency relief operations or reconstruction programmes.
Beyond governments and international organisations, the VSCN appealed to trade unions, youth organisations, civil society groups and progressive political movements across Africa and the wider international community to demonstrate solidarity with Venezuela by opposing what it described as economic warfare and supporting the country’s right to determine its future without external interference.
Reaffirming its commitment to the Venezuelan cause, the organisation said it would continue campaigning until the sanctions are lifted, insisting that Venezuela’s recovery should not be hindered by external political considerations
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