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FIFA launches service to protect World Cup players from online abuse

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FIFA launches service to protect World Cup players from online abuse

FIFA launches service to protect World Cup players from online abuse

FIFA has launched a new service to crack down on hate speech and discrimination online during the World Cup, the sport’s governing body announced.

The service will protect more than 830 World Cup players from abuse on social media during the Qatar tournament.

“FIFA is committed to provide the best possible conditions for players to perform to the best of their abilities,” FIFA president Gianni Infantino said in the Wednesday statement.

“At the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, we are happy to launch a service that will help to protect players from the damaging effects that social media posts can cause to their mental health and well-being.”

David Aganzo, the president of FIFPRO said it was football’s responsibility to protect players.

“This type of abuse has a profound impact on their personalities, their families, performance as well as on their overall well-being and mental health,” he said.

“We hope that the social media protection service provides a starting point to help to defend participants from abusive messages,“he said.

He also urged the social media companies to join and support the football governing body in tackling the issue at the FIFA World Cup.”

FIFA will monitor the social media accounts of all participants at the World Cup, scanning for abusive, discriminatory and threatening comments and then reporting them to social networks and law authorities.

Teams, players and other individual participants will also be able to opt-in to a moderation service that will instantly hide abusive and offensive comments on social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

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Troops Rescue Injured Victim After Attack by Berom militia in Plateau

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Troops Rescue Injured Victim After Attack by Berom militia in Plateau

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Safe Haven have rescued a civilian who sustained machete injuries following an attack by Berom militia along Bachi–Werreng Road in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 7:20 p.m. on May 1 when suspected criminals attacked the victim along the road.

The sources disclosed that troops of Sector 6, deployed at Bachi, swiftly responded to a distress call and moved to the scene.

According to the sources, the attackers fled upon the arrival of the troops, abandoning the injured victim.

They added that the victim, who sustained machete cuts, was immediately evacuated to a hospital in Rachi for medical treatment.

The sources further said the assailants carted away the victim’s motorcycle during the attack.

They noted that security patrols have been intensified in the area, while efforts are ongoing to track down the fleeing suspects.

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Troops Clear IEDs, Recover Items in Imo Offensive Operation

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Troops Clear IEDs, Recover Items in Imo Offensive Operation

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of the Nigerian Army have cleared multiple improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and recovered items during an ongoing offensive operation in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State.

Security sources said the operation, conducted by troops of 34 Artillery Brigade in collaboration with other security agencies, is part of sustained efforts to dislodge suspected IPOB/ESN elements from the Ubah–Orsu axis.

The sources disclosed that at about 8:45 a.m. on May 1, troops advanced into the Mother Valley area following intelligence reports of possible re-infiltration by suspected fighters.

According to the sources, the troops also acted on credible intelligence indicating a suspected burial site of a late military officer, Capt. Stanley Chukwumerije Onweka, within the valley, with the aim of locating and possibly exhuming the remains for DNA analysis.

They added that during the advance, troops successfully detected and disposed of nine IEDs planted along the route.

The sources, however, said two civilian guides (pointers) sustained injuries from an IED explosion during the operation and were evacuated to a medical facility, but one later died en route, while the other is in stable condition.

Further exploitation of the area led to the recovery of IED-making materials, Biafran uniforms, ranks, belts, mats, and unserviceable motorcycles.

The sources noted that despite extensive search, the exact location of the suspected burial site could not be established.

They added that operations are ongoing in the area to maintain pressure on criminal elements and prevent further activities.

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Army Graduates Drone Pilot Trainees in Sokoto

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Army Graduates Drone Pilot Trainees in Sokoto

By Zagazola Makama

The Nigerian Army has graduated a new set of drone pilot trainees at the 8 Division Training School, Giginya Military Cantonment in Sokoto State.

Security sources said the ceremony, held on May 1, was attended by senior officers, including the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division and Commander Sector 2 Joint Task Force North-West Operation Fansan Yamma, Maj.-Gen. B.P. Koughna, alongside formation commanders, commanding officers and staff officers of the division.

According to the sources, the training focused on enhancing the operational capacity of personnel in the deployment of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions.

In his remarks, the GOC emphasised the importance of force protection and operational preparedness, noting that drone technology has become a critical force multiplier in modern military operations.

He said the effective use of UAVs would improve reconnaissance capabilities, optimise resource deployment and enhance overall operational efficiency.

The sources added that the event was conducted successfully without any incident.

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