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CDHR Condemns Fresh U.S. Sanctions on Cuba, Urges Humanitarian-First Approach
CDHR Condemns Fresh U.S. Sanctions on Cuba, Urges Humanitarian-First Approach
By: Michael Mike
The Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR) has condemned the latest expansion of United States economic sanctions against Cuba, describing the measures as a humanitarian crisis that continues to inflict hardship on ordinary citizens rather than political leaders.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the rights organisation said the recent decision by the U.S. government to extend sanctions to additional Cuban institutions, including the Ministry of Tourism and other strategic entities, represented a further escalation of a policy that has adversely affected the Caribbean nation for decades.
The group argued that while countries may pursue foreign policy objectives, such actions should not come at the expense of fundamental human rights, insisting that “humanity must come before politics.”
CDHR maintained that the sanctions have contributed to worsening shortages of food, medicine, fuel and medical supplies, while also limiting Cuba’s access to humanitarian assistance and international financial services.
According to the organisation, the burden of the restrictions falls disproportionately on vulnerable groups, including children, the elderly, persons living with disabilities and low-income families struggling to meet their daily needs.
The organisation further warned that the cumulative impact of the sanctions continues to strain Cuba’s healthcare system, economy, transportation network, energy sector and access to basic social services, threatening the welfare and dignity of millions of Cubans.
It stressed that rights such as access to food, healthcare, development and national self-determination are guaranteed under international human rights law and should not become casualties of geopolitical disputes.
“Human rights cannot be selectively defended. They must apply equally to every individual and every nation. The protection of human life must always take precedence over political disagreements or ideological differences,” the statement read.
The rights group urged the United States government to review its policy towards Cuba and adopt measures that place greater emphasis on protecting the Cuban people’s rights to life, health, food and development.
It also called on Washington to respect Cuba’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence in line with the principles of the United Nations Charter and international law.
Beyond its appeal to the United States, CDHR urged the United Nations, humanitarian organisations, civil society groups and the wider international community to intensify diplomatic engagement and humanitarian support to alleviate the suffering of the Cuban people.
The organisation argued that dialogue, constructive engagement and international cooperation offer more sustainable solutions to disputes between nations than economic restrictions that deepen poverty and limit access to essential services.
The statement was jointly signed by the National President of CDHR, Comrade Yinka Folarin, and the organisation’s General Secretary, Comrade Idris Afees.
The latest reaction follows the U.S. government’s recent decision to widen sanctions against additional Cuban entities as part of Washington’s long-running policy towards Havana. The U.S. embargo on Cuba, first imposed in the early 1960s after the Cuban Revolution, has remained one of the world’s longest-running sanctions regimes. While successive U.S. administrations have differed on the degree of engagement with Cuba, the broader embargo has remained in place despite repeated calls by the United Nations General Assembly for its removal, with many countries arguing that the restrictions have significant humanitarian and economic consequences for the Cuban people.
CDHR Condemns Fresh U.S. Sanctions on Cuba, Urges Humanitarian-First Approach
Seven ISWAP Fighters’ Family Members, 12 Children Flee Yaganari Enclave, Surrender to Troops
By Zagazola Makama
Seven family members of suspected terrorists, accompanied by 12 children, have surrendered to troops of Operation HADIN KAI at Mafa in Borno State, following reported hunger and violent clashes among rival terrorist factions.
According to sources, the seven women surrendered at about 5 p.m. on Aug. 17 to troops of 112 Task Force Battalion deployed in Mafa.
The women were identified as Falamatai Modu, 30; Kelu Yaga, 25; Fada Yaga, 30; Gwaya Kadi, 25; Hauwa Mallam, 25; Maryam Yusuf, 25; and Fanna Kadi, 40.
They were accompanied by 12 children, aged between three months and 10 years.
Preliminary interrogation revealed that the women escaped from the Yaganari terrorist enclave due to hunger and concerns over their safety following violent clashes between rival terrorist factions.
The report said the escapees were profiled and documented by the troops and would be handed over to the 24 Task Force Brigade Military Intelligence Regiment for further action.
The development highlights the increasing pressure on terrorist enclaves in the North-East, where sustained military operations and internal factional clashes continue to disrupt the groups’ activities and survival networks.
The military authorities said the general security situation across the theatre remained calm but unpredictable, while troops’ morale and fighting efficiency remained satisfactory.
Seven ISWAP Fighters’ Family Members, 12 Children Flee Yaganari Enclave, Surrender to Troops
Again, Military Neutralise 8 ISWAP Fighters in Precision Airstrike in Timbuktu Triangle
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have neutralised eight suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists in a precision airstrike at Thethangala, within the Timbuktu Triangle of Borno State.
According to a Special Situation Report obtained by Zagazola Makama, the operation followed intelligence on terrorist activities in the area.
The report said a Guardian aircraft established overhead at Thethangala at about 9:56 p.m. on Aug. 18 and subsequently sighted eight terrorists who had converged and were lying in wait, apparently preparing to attack troops at their location.
Following the sighting, the aircraft conducted a precision strike on the identified terrorists.
“Battle Damage Assessment shows all the terrorists neutralised with no further movement observed after the strike,” the report stated.
The military said the general security situation remained calm but unpredictable, while the morale and fighting efficiency of troops remained satisfactory.
The latest air operation is part of sustained intelligence-led efforts by the Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI to disrupt terrorist concentrations and prevent planned attacks against troops operating in the North-East.
The Timbuktu Triangle remains one of the areas where terrorist groups have continued to seek opportunities to regroup and launch attacks against military positions.
Again, Military Neutralise 8 ISWAP Fighters in Precision Airstrike in Timbuktu Triangle
NTTF VP Mailantarki tasks stakeholders on grassroots development
The Vice President of the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF), Honourable Khamisu Ahmed Mailantarki, has commended the sponsor of the Senior Advocate Cup, Muhammed Sani Ndanusa (SAN), urging more stakeholders to emulate his profound passion for grassroots talent development across Northern Nigeria and the nation at large.
Hon. Mailantarki gave the commendation in a press statement issued on Tuesday by his media aide, Mr Adamu Usman Ahmed.
Mailantarki while speaking during the closing ceremony of the highly anticipated tournament congratulated the various winners across the different categories of Men Singles, Junior Single and the veterans.
The NTTF VP thrilled the audience at the Kaduna Police Officers’ Mess Indoor Sport hall with an exciting developmental announcement.
He revealed that the two finalists of the Junior Singles category have been selected for a special performance camping program at his prestigious Table Tennis Academy in Abuja. Based on their performance at the camp, they stand the chance of securing full sponsorship to an upcoming international youth championship.
The 6th edition of the championship witnessed spectacular displays of talents. In the elite category, Abayomi Martins from Borno State delivered a stellar performance to take home the overall winner’s prize, leaving Kamal Muktar of Kano State to settle for the runner-up medal.
In the fiercely contested Junior category, the host state’s Mustapha Muktar (Kaduna) triumphed over Taraba State’s Harrison Jacob to clinch the ultimate prize.
Looking to the future, Hon. Mailantarki assured fans and players that similar grassroots and elite developmental championships would be organized in other states to ensure the continuous discovery and nurturing of table tennis talents in the country.
NTTF VP Mailantarki tasks stakeholders on grassroots development
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