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Borno: PCC Federal Commissioner receives 2023 humanitarian award

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The Institute for Humanitarian Studies and Social Development (IHSD),  in partnership with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR and the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC),  has awarded Borno State Federal Commissioner for Public Complaints Commission, Alhaji Yusuf Adamu, for his outstanding contributions in promoting the humanitarian value system in Nigeria.

Alhaji Yusuf Adamu received the award during commemoration of the 2023 humanitarian lecture and international day for disaster reduction at the NYSC headquarters auditorium, Yakub Gowon House, Maitama, Abuja.

Speaking during the award ceremony, the registrar of the institute, Amb. Prince Francis Origa, PhD, said that the institute is a dual-purpose and multidimensional professional institution that provides both humanitarian education and other humanitarian interventions, including coaching and mentorship, as well as community development services.

“The 2023, 11th edition, is being hosted by the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, our proud partner, as a medium to commemorate the International Day for Disaster Reduction. In this year’s event, we will be examining the theme:’Reducing the effect and impact of disaster through a multisectoral approach and humanitarian stakeholder engagement.’ in addition to other highlights of this year’s event.” He said, adding, “IHSD would be commemorating 13 years of official existence and impact-making.”

Others who received the 2023 Institute for Humanitarian Studies awards are: the former governor of Kaduna State, Dr. Muktari Ramalan Yero, Chairman/CEO Visionedia Services, Umar Faroud Musa, Managing Director, Vision Media Services; Abubakar Kabir Namatazu, a philanthropist and businessman; Obiagha Alex Ubaka; Pastor Benjamin Ubido, a public health professional; Dr. Dolly Aminah Yahaya, a media icon; Mrs. Adaora Onyechere; and the Director General of the NYSC, Brigadier General YD Ahmed, among others.

Adamu, who spoke on behalf of the recipients, says that he understands the challenges of humanitarian activities, adding that he has seen the need to extend helping hands to vulnerable individuals in his small way and act on the do no harm principles.

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He explained that by do no harm, many people misunderstand the principles, and when they are faced with a situation where they have no help to give, they allow the victims to continue to suffer, claiming that this is the action that explains the principle of do no harm.

“But I always tell people that instead of allowing people to continue suffering by keeping quiet, it is better to raise awareness by informing others who may help the vulnerable in such situations. That is why our government keeps advocating for help. My governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, is the chief humanitarian person in Borno State, and I hope that this institution will find it fit to award such an individual for his untiring efforts at ensuring he meets the needs of the vulnerable in his state.” Adamu said.

Adamu said there is no governor in Nigeria today who is facing enormous humanitarian challenges like Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, stressing that the governor has been up and doing and is seen everywhere in the state to make sure the state comes out of the needs resulting from the age-long conflict of Boko Haram.

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Billionaire Indimi inaugurated for a second term as Pro Chancellor of the Kashim Ibrahim University Maiduguri

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Billionaire Indimi inaugurated for a second term as Pro Chancellor of the Kashim Ibrahim University Maiduguri

By: Bodunrin Kayode

Nigerian Billionaire Dr Mohammed Indimi has been inaugurated for the second term as Pro Chancellor of the Borno State government owned Kashim Ibrahim University (KIU).

Indimi and his team were inaugurated monday by Governor Babagana Zulum to continue developing the state owned University which has grown massively since he took charge four years ago as pro chancellor.

Speaking after their inauguration, Zulum, tasked the Governing Council of the University to foster the culture of cutting-edge research, innovation and community development to address the challenges and opportunities of the post-insurgency recovery efforts.

The Governor noted that the inauguration is part of the broader effort to reposition the University as a beacon of knowledge, innovation and moral rectitude, not just for the North-East, but for Nigeria as a whole.

He stressed that the challenges before the new council was significant as the opportunities are myriad adding that “we task you with fostering a culture of rigorous research, innovative teaching and community-relevant curricula that addresses the unique challenges and opportunities of our post-insurgency recovery and development”.

Governor Zulum expressed delight that the student population alone had grown from a mere 300 in the beginning to about 10,000 in the last 6 years.

He charged the new council to prioritize the welfare of both staff and students and uphold the highest standards of academic excellence, transparency and prudent management of resources.

“You are now the legal custodians of this university’s destiny, entrusted with a sacred mandate to provide strategic direction, ensure financial prudence, uphold the highest standards of academic excellence and safeguard the welfare of both staff and students.

“This ceremony is a fulfilment of our administration’s unwavering commitment to strengthening the governance structures of all tertiary institutions in Borno State.

“It is pivotal to repositioning this University as a beacon of knowledge, innovation and moral rectitude, not just for the North-East, but Nigeria as a whole”.

“Section 1(1) (c) of the Third Schedule of the Kashim Ibrahim University Law, 2018, as amended, empowers me to constitute a Governing Council as the supreme governing body of the University charged with the general control and superintendence of the policy, finances and administration of the institution”.

“I offer my heartfelt congratulations to you all. Your selection was not by chance. It was a deliberate choice based on your proven integrity, vast experience and demonstrable passion for education and community development.

“In particular, I wish to address our Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Alhaji (Dr) Muhammadu Indimi. Your legendary philanthropy and unwavering support for education are well-known,” he concluded.

Responding, the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Dr Muhammadu Indimi said he graciously accepted the appointment with the aim of serving his state and promised to provide positive change in the University.

“I accepted this position because I have to support my state. With my able lieutenants, we promise to provide positive change in the University,” Indimi assured.

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Zulum Tasks University Council on Innovative Research for Post-Insurgency Recovery

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Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has tasked the Governing Council of Kashim Ibrahim University to foster the culture of cutting-edge research, innovation and community development to address the challenges and opportunities of the post-insurgency recovery effort.

The governor gave the task on Monday while inaugurating the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Dr Muhammadu Indimi and members of the Governing Council of the University at the Council Chamber of the Government House in Maiduguri.

He noted that the inauguration is part of the broader effort to reposition the University as a beacon of knowledge, innovation and moral rectitude, not just for the North-East, but for Nigeria as a whole.

“The challenges before you are as significant as the opportunities. We task you with fostering a culture of rigorous research, innovative teaching and community-relevant curricula that address the unique challenges and opportunities of our post-insurgency recovery and development,” Zulum stated.

Governor Zulum expressed delight that the student population has grown from 300 to about 10,000 in the last 6 years.

He charged them to prioritize the welfare of both staff and students and uphold the highest standards of academic excellence, transparency and prudent management of resources.

“You are now the legal custodians of this university’s destiny, entrusted with a sacred mandate to provide strategic direction, ensure financial prudence, uphold the highest standards of academic excellence and safeguard the welfare of both staff and students,” He stressed.

“This ceremony is a fulfilment of our administration’s unwavering commitment to strengthening the governance structures of all tertiary institutions in Borno State. It is pivotal to repositioning this University as a beacon of knowledge, innovation and moral rectitude, not just for the North-East, but Nigeria as a whole”.

Governor Zulum remarked that his administration is making unprecedented investments in education, constructed 139 new mega schools, rehabilitated many others and recruited thousands of teachers. “We are establishing six centres of excellence and have banned political thuggery to redirect the energies of our youth towards scholarly and vocational pursuits”.

“Section 1(1) (c) of the Third Schedule of the Kashim Ibrahim University Law, 2018, as amended, empowers me to constitute a Governing Council as the supreme governing body of the University charged with the general control and superintendence of the policy, finances and administration of the institution”.

He congratulated the Chairman and members of the Council for their commitment, integrity and passion for the advancement of the institution.

“I offer my heartfelt congratulations to you all. Your selection was not by chance. It was a deliberate choice based on your proven integrity, vast experience and demonstrable passion for education and community development. In particular, I wish to address our Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Alhaji (Dr) Muhammadu Indimi. Your legendary philanthropy and unwavering support for education are well-known,” he concluded.

Responding, the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Dr Muhammadu Indimi said he graciously accepted the appointment with the aim of serving his state and promised to provide positive change in the university.

“I accepted this position because I have to support my state. With my able lieutenants, we promise to provide positive change in the university,” Indimi assured.

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Final year student dies during abortion in Lokoja

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Final year student dies during abortion in Lokoja

By: Zagazola Makama

A final year student of the Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, has died during an abortion procedure in a private clinic.

Zagazola learnt incident occurred on Aug. 26 at Al-Hassan Clinic and Maternity, Sarkin Noma, Lokoja.

The deceased, identified as Omotosho Dorcas, 26, was six months pregnant and had gone to the clinic for termination of the pregnancy.

“In the process of the abortion, she bled to death,” said sources.

The sources said police detectives visited the scene, took photographs, and evacuated the corpse to the Federal Medical Centre, Lokoja, for preservation.

The sources added that the suspect behind the procedure has been arrested, while the case would be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation.

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