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Climate Resilience: Amina Mohammed Calls for Global Unity for Sustainable Future for All
Climate Resilience: Amina Mohammed Calls for Global Unity for Sustainable Future for All
By: Michael Mike
The need for Africa to unite in solidarity to forge a climate resilient, equitable and a sustainable future for all in the continent was emphasised at the Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) 2025 co-convened by the United Nations in Nigeria and Sterling One Foundation
Speaking at the Summit, which held on 10 – 11 July 2025 in Lagos, the United Nations Deputy Secretary-General. Amina Mohammed in a video message, said: “Africa is stepping up with vision, leadership and courageous solutions. Now it is the turn of the international community to rise to the occasion. Let us unite in solidarity to forge a climate resilient equitable and a sustainable future for all.”
She explained that Africa required a renewed surge of global solidarity from governments, development banks, the private sector and philanthropic organisations to unlock the finance, the technology, and the partnerships essential for transformative change across the continent.
She disclosed that: “Our UN Resident Coordinators and Country Teams are diligently collaborating with governments and the private sector to support nationally led initiatives that would translate plans and action, and ambition to the tangible impact on the ground.”
On the progress so far made in the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), she noted that: “As we stand, five years away from the 2030 deadline for the Sustainable Development Goals, it is imperative to recognize that our progress is faltering and in many instances regressing, rising debt, declining investment, dwindling aid, and the escalating impacts of climate change are hindering the very nations that have contributed the least to these crises.”
The UN Deputy Secretary-General said 3 billion people reside in countries that allocate more resources to interest payments than to vital sectors like health and education. This, she said, was an untenable situation.
She recalled that during the recent 4th International Conference on financing for development, world leaders came together to adopt the Seville Commitment which delineates three urgent priorities: first, catalysing large scale investment for sustainable development, second, addressing the intertwined debt and development crisis and third, reforming the international financial architecture to better serve the most vulnerable among us central to this commitment must be robust climate action.
Mohammed on climate change and energy access, said that Africa was already grappling with the dire consequences of the climate crisis, yet it was also a continent rich in innovation, resilience and visionary leadership.
She explained that: “The Mission 300 initiative aimed at connecting 300 million people to affordable reliable and clean electricity exemplifies how climate action can align with sustainable development, moreover, through nationally determined contributions.”
She further emphasised that “African nations are crafting blueprints for a just transition integrating climate objectives with energy, food systems, job creation and inclusive economic growth, however, the ambitious goals we set must be met with commensurate support.”
Climate Resilience: Amina Mohammed Calls for Global Unity for Sustainable Future for All
Police arrest officer in Lagos over alleged N915,000 rice fraud
By: Zagazola Makama
The Police Command in Lagos State has arrested a serving officer over alleged fraud involving N915,000 in a failed rice supply deal.
Sources said the case was reported on Sept. 11 at about 2:34 p.m.
According to sources, it was alleged that a Complainant (name witheld) in January 2024, gave a Police Inspector attached to Lagos State Command, the sum of N915,000 to supply 20 bags of rice.
“Ever since she received the money, she went into hiding until she was traced to her residence at Olusosun area of Ojota and brought to the station,” said the sources.
The sources added that on interrogation, the officer admitted to the crime and had been detained for appropriate disciplinary action.
The sources said investigation into the case was ongoing.
Police arrest officer in Lagos over alleged N915,000 rice fraud
Addressing Security Concerns at UMTH: Clarifying Misunderstandings
By: Lazarus Balami
The University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH) has recently faced concerns regarding the allegedly restricted access of patients’ relatives to hospital wards due to security issues.
Earlier reports, including one by Zagazola Makama, have suggested that the gates at the hospital have been closed to limit entry.
NEWSng, however, reports that this summary of the situation does not fully represent the complexities involved that informed the measures taken.
The primary reason for these measures relates to rising security incidents within the hospital. It has been reported that thieves, posing as patients’ relatives, have managed to gain unauthorized access to the wards and steal phones and other valuables of patients and their relatives.
These individuals have exploited the vulnerabilities in the hospital’s entry protocols to commit theft and other illegal activities.
Such incidents have understandably raised alarm among hospital management and staff, prompting them to take action to ensure the safety of all patients and visitors.
Another source from the hospital confirmed that it was in response to these security breaches that the hospital security team took a proactive measure.
They have implemented stricter security measures, including monitoring the entrances more closely and conducting regular patrols within the hospital premises.
The situation has improved after security personnel apprehended several suspects involved in these criminal activities.
These individuals were handed over to the Gwange Police Station for further investigation and legal action.” The source said.
NEWSng reports that the actions taken by the security team demonstrate the hospital’s commitment to not only providing medical care but also ensuring a safe environment for its patients and their families.
It is, therefore, crucial to clarify that access to wards has not been entirely closed off. The hospital continues to prioritize patient care and recognizes the importance of having family members present to support their loved ones.
Security measures are designed not to alienate relatives but to protect them and the hospital community. Procedures may be more stringent, but they aim to safeguard both patients and visitors from potential harm.
Communication is vital in these situations. The media should seek clarity of information before reaching out to the public.
The hospital administration is also doing the necessary to ensure that information reaches the public effectively, alleviating concerns about restricted access.
Transparent communication can help foster understanding among relatives, patients, and hospital staff, thereby reinforcing trust.
Addressing Security Concerns at UMTH: Clarifying Misunderstandings
Troops of Op-MESA intercepts nine illegal immigrants in Ogun
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation MESA have intercepted nine suspected illegal immigrants in Ogun State.
Sources who confirmed the developments to Zagazola said the interception took place on Sept. 11 at about 6:00 a.m. when Op-MESA Team 9, led by ASP Vincent Ohilebo, was on duty at the Laderin pin-down point near the Immigration office.
“The nine intercepted persons, all male, confessed to being illegal immigrants.
“They were immediately handed over to the Nigeria Immigration Service through its officer, Prince Omotola Adefemi, for necessary action,” said the sources.
The sources added that security agencies remained on alert to check the influx of irregular migrants into the state.
Troops of Op-MESA intercepts nine illegal immigrants in Ogun
NAF airstrikes neutralise bandit hideout in Chikun in Kaduna
Police arrest officer in Lagos over alleged N915,000 rice fraud
Addressing Security Concerns at UMTH: Clarifying Misunderstandings
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