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For VP Shettima: A Protégé’s Tribute
For VP Shettima: A Protégé’s Tribute
By Comrade Mahmud Muhammad, FDMSS, CNY
From Asokoro, Abuja, Nigeria
mahmood7070@gmail.com
It’s hard for me to put into words just how much Vice President Kashim Shettima’s mentorship has meant to me. When I reflect on the journey that has brought me to where I am today, his guiding presence and unwavering support loom large. The truth is that greatness is not necessarily the same as goodness, but VP Shettima has combined the two. He speaks into my life in many meaningful and powerful ways.
From the moment we first met in 2010, I was struck by H.E Shettima’s keen intellect, his unwavering commitment to public service, and his genuine passion for uplifting the next generation of leaders. Even as a young person, I could sense the depth of his wisdom and experience – qualities that he has so generously shared with me over the years.
What has made our mentorship so impactful, though, is the mutual respect and trust that has blossomed between us. I hold Vice President Shettima in the highest regard, not just for his achievements, but for the profound impact he has had on shaping my own character and decision-making abilities. In turn, his investment in my growth and development has spoken volumes through assurances that my own potential is seen and nurtured.
One of the things I admire most about VP Shettima as a mentor is his ability to strike the perfect balance – guiding me with a steady hand while also empowering me to find my own path. Rather than simply imparting his own knowledge, he has encouraged me to discover and nurture my unique strengths, always there to offer counsel and support when I needed it most.
My boss has inculcated in me a deep sense of self-assurance and independent thinking – qualities that have been invaluable in my work and personal life.
The true testament to Vice President Shettima’s impact, however, lies not just in my own growth and achievements, but in the lasting legacy he is leaving behind. By investing in the development of young, passionate leaders like myself, he is not only shaping the course of individual careers but also laying the groundwork for a brighter future for our beloved country.
As I continue to go through the ups and downs of my career journey, I know that I will forever carry the wisdom and guidance that Vice President Shettima has imparted to me. His mentorship has been a true gift, one that has indelibly shaped who I am and what I aspire to achieve. I can only hope that, one day, I will be able to pay that gift forward by mentoring others in the same selfless, transformative way.
To Vice President Kashim Shettima, I offer my deepest gratitude and admiration. Your commitment to nurturing the next generation of leaders is truly inspiring, and I am honoured to have been the recipient of your wisdom and support. As the late American author, Pat Conroy, so eloquently expressed in his 1986 novel, The Prince of Tides: “Teach them the quiet words of kindness, to live beyond themselves. Urge them toward excellence, drive them toward gentleness, pull them deep into yourself, pull them upward toward manhood, but softly like an angel arranging clouds. Let your spirit move through them softly.”
These words speak volumes to the mentorship you have so graciously bequeathed to me and the guidance and leadership you have provided. I will strive to make you proud, both through my own accomplishments and by continuing to be an example to other younger ones in the years to come.
Troops ambush terrorist group, recover bicycles in Marte–Dikwa axis
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army under the Joint Task Force North East, Operation Hadin Kai, have repelled suspected terrorists during an ambush operation along the Marte–Dikwa axis of Borno.
Security sources said the encounter occurred late on March 13 when troops of the 50 Task Force Battalion under the 24 Task Force Brigade, in conjunction with personnel of the 134 Special Forces Battalion and members of the Civilian Joint Task Force, laid an ambush along the main supply route between Marte and Dikwa in Borno State.
According to the sources, the troops made contact with a group of terrorists moving on bicycles at about 10:15 p.m.
The troops immediately engaged the insurgents forcing them to withdraw into nearby bushes.
During exploitation of the area, the troops recovered the corpse of one suspected terrorist, four bicycles and other sundry items believed to have been abandoned by the fleeing insurgents.
Troops ambush terrorist group, recover bicycles in Marte–Dikwa axis
Oshodi will represent Africa’s interest at WTT, says Mailantarki
The Vice President of the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF), Hon. Khamisu Ahmed Mailantarki, has hailed the appointment of Nigeria’s foremost table tennis administrator, Wahid Oshodi to the Board of World Table Tennis (WTT).
Hon. Mailantarki described the appointment as a “round peg in a round hole,” noting that Oshodi’s elevation to the game’s apex commercial body is a testament to his track record of excellence.
Oshodi, who is the current President of the African Table Tennis Federation (ATTF) and Executive Vice President of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF), was appointed as a Director to represent the ITTF on the WTT Board alongside ITTF President Petra Sörling.
“This is a proud moment for Nigeria and a victory for the African continent,” Mailantarki stated.
“Barrister Oshodi has risen through the ranks from the national level to the continental stage with a vision that has transformed the sport.
“Having him as a decision-maker at the highest level of World Table Tennis ensures that African interests are well-represented.”
The NTTF Vice President further congratulated the Nigerian sports community, emphasizing that Oshodi’s presence in the WTT inner circle will serve as a catalyst for the continued growth and commercialization of the game globally.
Oshodi will represent Africa’s interest at WTT, says Mailantarki
Troops rescue six kidnapped victims after gun battle with terrorists in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the 1 Division Nigerian Army under Operation FANSAN YANMA have rescued six kidnapped victims after engaging suspected terrorists in a gun battle in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the rescue operation followed credible intelligence on the movement of armed terrorists suspected to be transporting abducted victims through forest routes in the area.
According to the sources, troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Gurara, under Sub-Sector 4 of Operation FANSAN YANMA, responded swiftly to the intelligence at about 7 a.m. on March 14.
The troops subsequently laid an ambush at a suspected crossing point used by the terrorists around Sabon Kurutu Village in Kachia LGA.
“During the operation, troops made contact with the terrorists and engaged them in a fierce gun battle. The criminals, overwhelmed by the superior firepower of the troops, fled into the surrounding bush, abandoning some items,” the source said.
Following the engagement, troops combed the general area and successfully rescued six kidnapped victims. However, a seventh victim, a minor, was reported to have died during the crossfire between the troops and the fleeing terrorists.
Troops also recovered three motorcycles believed to have been used by the terrorists during the movement of the abducted victims.
Preliminary interrogation of the rescued victims revealed that they were abducted earlier on March 14 from Janjala Village in Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The victims said they had been moved through forest routes by the terrorists before the troops intercepted them.
The rescued victims and the body of the deceased minor were evacuated to Katari Hospital for medical attention and other necessary procedures.
Military sources said families of the rescued victims had been contacted.
The Military said the troops 1 Division Operation FANSAN YANMA and other task force has continued sustained offensives and intelligence-driven operations aimed at dismantling terrorist and bandit networks across the North-West region.
Troops rescue six kidnapped victims after gun battle with terrorists in Kaduna
Troops ambush terrorist group, recover bicycles in Marte–Dikwa axis
Oshodi will represent Africa’s interest at WTT, says Mailantarki
Troops rescue six kidnapped victims after gun battle with terrorists in Kaduna
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