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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
Troops Repel Bandit Attack, Rescue Lower Sharia Court Judge in Katsina State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops have successfully repelled a bandit attack in Mahuta Village, Dandume Local Government Area (LGA), Katsina State, and rescued a prominent local judge, Mr. Rabiu Tukur, following the abduction of six residents on April 8, 2025.
Zagazola Makama informed by security sources that three attack occurred around 11:55 p.m. when armed bandits stormed the village, kidnapping six individuals, including Mr. Tukur, a 49-year-old judge with the Lower Sharia Court, Dandume.
The troops engaged the bandits in a fierce confrontation, successfully rescuing Mr. Tukur without any harm.
Efforts to locate and rescue the remaining five victims are ongoing, with security forces intensifying search and rescue operations in the surrounding areas.
Troops Repel Bandit Attack, Rescue Lower Sharia Court Judge in Katsina State
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Clash Between Commuters and Customs Officers Leads to Accident and Mob Violence in Maiadua, Kastina
Clash Between Commuters and Customs Officers Leads to Accident and Mob Violence in Maiadua, Kastina
By: Zagazola Makama
A clash between a Customs patrol team and commuters resulted in a serious accident at Koza Village, Maiadua Local Government Area (LGA), on April 8, 2025, at around 8:35 p.m.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the Customs team was in pursuit of a commuter vehicle when the incident occurred.
In the aftermath, an angry mob set fire to the Customs camp in retaliation for the accident. The situation escalated, but the Division Police Officer (DPO) quickly mobilized police personnel to the scene to restore order.
As of now, the situation has been brought under control, and an investigation is underway to ascertain the details surrounding the incident.
Clash Between Commuters and Customs Officers Leads to Accident and Mob Violence in Maiadua, Kastina
Bandit Attack Foiled in Musawa LGA Kastina As Nine Kidnapped Victims Rescued
By: Zagazola Makama
In a daring rescue operation, the security forces successfully foiled a kidnapping attempt and rescued nine victims from armed bandits on April 9, 2025, at approximately 1:25 a.m.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspected armed bandits, riding motorcycles, stormed Farin Dutse in Dangani, Musawa Local Government Area, and abducted several individuals.
However, the timely response from the Division Police Officer (DPO), who mobilized a Joint APC Patrol to the scene, led to a fierce gun battle with the bandits.
In the aftermath of the engagement, six females and three males were rescued and swiftly transported to the General Hospital Musawa for medical attention.
The victims are reported to be in stable condition.
Bandit Attack Foiled in Musawa LGA Kastina As Nine Kidnapped Victims Rescued
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