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CAR Viral Video Attempt to Undermine China-Africa Relations, says NGO
CAR Viral Video Attempt to Undermine China-Africa Relations, says NGO
By: Michael Mike
A non-governmental organisation, SINOAFRIK Media Documentation and Development Network has reacted to a recent viral video showing six Nigerians in the Central African Republic (CAR) complaining about abandonment and passport seizure by a Nigerian businessman working for a Chinese company.
In a press statement signed by its Programme Director, Austin Maho, and made available to the press, the body decried what it described as “unusual negative media sensationalisation about Chinese interests fueled by propagandist media” as responsible for the widely circulated video which it said “was designed to tarnish the image of the Chinese company and undermine China Africa relations.
It would be recalled that in a recent viral video, six Nigerians were lamenting their faith in the hands of a purported Chinese company which hired them in Nigeria, took them to the CAR and abandoned them without pay while also withholding their international passports.
Their sponsor, now identified as Abdulrauf Ademola, has issued a statement refuting the allegations made by the six Nigerian workers who accused him of passport seizure, unpaid salaries, and abandonment in the widely circulated video.
SINOAFRIK, in the statement, therefore cautioned Nigerians, especially social media users, to be wary of the antics of media manipulators who are out to destroy the relationship between Nigeria and China and Africa in general.
“China and Nigeria have grown from strength to strength in their relationship. The media should focus on the collaborative and productive relationship between both countries and be wary of the antics of propagandists and propaganda media who want to use every opportunity to discredit China and Chinese businesses operating in the continent by spreading fake news or distorting facts to achieve a predetermined objective which is usually designed to discredit China or set friendly countries against it,” the statement said.
It reiterated that China has, through practical actions, demonstrated commitment to China-Africa relations, in line with South-South solidarity and the Spirit of the Forum on China-African Cooperation (FOCAC).
“China has demonstrated commitment to China-Africa relations in line with South-South solidarity and the spirit of FOCAC, which has enhanced trade, investment and infrastructure development on the continent, fostering South-South engagement and global development,” the statement added.
The body called on media practitioners to remain vigilant and to always report on China and Africa in a fair, balanced, and truthful manner, reflecting the solidarity and mutual relationship that exists between China and Africa.
CAR Viral Video Attempt to Undermine China-Africa Relations, says NGO
Army, DSS arrest notorious cultist, gunrunner in Cross River, recover weapons
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 13 Brigade, in collaboration with the Department of State Services (DSS), have arrested a suspected cultist and gunrunner during a raid operation in Ikom Local Government Area of Cross River State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 1:10 a.m. on April 3 along Effangha Spring Road in Ikom.
The sources disclosed that the suspect, who hails from Khana Local Government Area of Rivers State, was apprehended during the coordinated raid.
According to the sources, troops recovered one revolver pistol, one sword, two laptops, four mobile phones, one digital camera, one wristwatch, three identity cards, and a sack of garri allegedly used to conceal the weapon.
The suspect and recovered items have since been handed over to the DSS for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Security authorities said the operation is part of ongoing efforts to curb cult-related violence and illegal arms circulation in the South-South region.
Army, DSS arrest notorious cultist, gunrunner in Cross River, recover weapons
Gunmen kill village head, wife in Adamawa, son hospitalised
By: Zagazola Makama
Unknown gunmen have killed a village head and his wife in Tunga Waja community, Lamurde Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 8:50 p.m. on April 2, when the assailants attacked the residence of the village head and opened fire on him, his wife and their son.
The sources disclosed that the village head died on the spot, while his wife and son sustained gunshot wounds and were evacuated to a medical facility in Tingno for treatment.
According to the sources, the wife later died at the hospital, while the son is currently receiving treatment.
The motive behind the attack remains unclear, while efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend the perpetrators.
The incident has heightened concerns among residents, as security agencies intensify efforts to restore calm and prevent further attacks in the area.
Gunmen kill village head, wife in Adamawa, son hospitalised
Three soldiers injured in road accident during pursuit of bandits in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Three soldiers have sustained injuries following a road traffic accident during an encounter with suspected armed bandits in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 3:00 p.m. on April 2, when troops of 2 Battalion deployed at Forward Operating Base Dogon Dawa were returning from an administrative patrol.
The sources explained that the troops reportedly sighted a group of armed bandits attempting to block the road at Ngede Allah and engaged them, forcing the criminals to flee.
During the pursuit, however, three soldiers fell off a military gun truck and sustained varying degrees of injuries, including fractures to the hand and leg.
The injured personnel were immediately evacuated to the 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital in Kaduna, where they are currently receiving treatment and responding positively.
Security operations in the area have continued as troops maintain pressure on criminal elements within the axis.
Three soldiers injured in road accident during pursuit of bandits in Kaduna
Man O’ War personnel reports abduction of female colleague in Bayelsa
Army, DSS arrest notorious cultist, gunrunner in Cross River, recover weapons
Gunmen kill village head, wife in Adamawa, son hospitalised
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