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Foundation Trains 80 Borno Youth Groups On GBV Awareness, Prevention
Foundation Trains 80 Borno Youth Groups On GBV Awareness, Prevention
By Francis Okoye
The Allamin Foundation for Peace and Development has organised a one-day sensitisation workshop for 80 youth groups on gender based violence, human rights violations awareness and preventive measures.
Participants of the workshop which was held yesterday in Maiduguri include victims of gender based violence; Boko Haram survivors, representatives of religious bodies, traditional rulers, members of the civil society, human rights activists among others.
Speaking during the workshop with the theme: ” Tracing the Root Causes and Standing against Gender Based Violence ( GBV ) “, in commemoration of the 16 days of activism, the Executive Director Allamin Foundation, Hajiya Hamsatu Allamin, said the foundation decided to gather the participants which include the vulnerables and victims of insurgency to equip them with the knowledge of gender-based violence and its preventive measures, as well as educating them on dangers of social vices such as drug abuse, restiveness among others.
Hajiya Allamin, said this initiative is focused on raising awareness against human rights violations and gender-based violence, which mostly affects women and girls in the society.
Speaking on religious perspective on sexual based violence and human rights , Sheikh Ali Mustapha, a prominent Islamic scholar , exposed the critical role of peace and unity in societal development.
He condemned human rights abuses, sexual violence, and other forms of injustice, emphasising divine disapproval of such actions and the severe consequences awaiting perpetrators.
He further urged participants to avoid societal vices like drug abuse, gossiping, and blackmail, attributing these to ignorance, illiteracy, and bias.
On psycho-social support and counselling of victims of violence, Apostle Joshua Michael, Secretary of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Borno State, took participants on the themes of forgiveness, reconciliation, and reintegration.
He lauded the foundation’s dedication to fostering gender equality, human rights, and inclusiveness.
Social Mobilisation Consultant Comrade Zanna Shettima, on human rights violations and effects on the larger society, shedded light on the destructive impact of sexual violence and human rights abuses on women and girls. He called for patience, resilience, and a collective stand against such atrocities.
Comrade Lucy Dlama Yunana, Senior Special Assistant to Governor Zulum on Women Affairs, while speaking on addressing gender-based violence and promoting gender equality, emphasised on the dire consequences of gender-based violence and the necessity of safeguarding the rights of women and girls.
Foundation Trains 80 Borno Youth Groups On GBV Awareness, Prevention
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forced have neutralised two suspected notorious bandits during a clearance operation in Ukum Local Government Area of the state.
Sources told Zagazola that the operation followed credible intelligence received on Tuesday at about 1:00 p.m.
The report indicated that a criminal gang led by one Senen Hemen, also known as Orpa, was sighted along the pipeline axis between Gbeji and Igbongom communities in Ukum.
According to the sources, security forces were promptly mobilised to the location, where the gang engaged the operatives in a gun duel.
During the exchange, Hemen and another gang member identified as Mzungweve Ichur, both from Igbongom, were shot dead, while others fled the scene with gunshot injuries.
The sources confirmed that the corpses of the two suspects had been recovered and deposited at a private mortuary in Gbeji, while a manhunt had been launched in the surrounding bushes to track the fleeing accomplices.
The sources assured residents that the operation was part of ongoing efforts to rid Ukum and adjoining areas of violent criminal gangs.
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
By: Zagazola Makama
Gunmen have abducted a worshipper from a mosque in Gbonkan Village, Ipapo, Itesiwaju Local Government Area.
Sources said that the victim, identified as Amadu Usman, was kidnapped on Monday night while praying at the mosque alongside his elder brother, Adamu Usman.
The sources said seven armed men invaded the mosque at about 9 p.m. and whisked the victim away to an unknown destination.
The sources said that a joint team of security forces, Amotekun Corps, vigilantes and local hunters had since launched a search-and-rescue operation, combing surrounding bushes to track down the suspects and rescue the victim.
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with the Police, Community Watch Corps and local vigilantes, have repelled a bandit attack in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Sources said that the incident happened on Tuesday evening when armed bandits launched an attack on a hunters’ camp in Naalma village.
According to the sources, the troops and other security operatives responded swiftly to a distress call and engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to withdraw.
“During the operation, Usman Lawal, 35, the Commander of the Hunters’ group, sustained fatal injuries. One of the bandits was neutralised while the rifle earlier seized from the hunters’ commander was recovered.
“Other fleeing bandits are suspected to have escaped with gunshot wounds. Troops are currently conducting cordon-and-search operations within the area,”said the sources.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
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