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Group Calls for Establishment of Federal Medical Centre in Southern Kaduna
Group Calls for Establishment of Federal Medical Centre in Southern Kaduna
By: Michael Mike
The Northern Christian Youth Professionals (NCYP) has appealed to the Federal Government to urgently prioritize the establishment of a Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Southern Kaduna, insisting that this crucial initiative will not only save countless lives but also significantly enhance healthcare delivery across the region.
The chairman of the group, Isaac Abrak, in a statement on Tuesday, said Southern Kaduna has every justification for hosting a Federal Medical Centre, noting that the region comprises 12 out of the 23 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Kaduna State, spanning parts of Zone 2 and the entire Zone 3, occupying 57% of Kaduna State’s landmass and accounts for 52.1% of the population, yet it has only one federal institution: the Federal School of Statistics in Manchok.
He lamented that currently individuals with severe medical conditions in Southern Kaduna face immense challenges traveling for about 300 Kilometres to access better healthcare services at the University of Jos Teaching Hospital or the Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital in Shika, Zaria, insisting that the establishment of an FMC in Southern Kaduna will address this critical gap by providing advanced medical care closer to the people, stating that furthermore, it will bolster the efficiency of existing public hospitals in the region, attract health professionals, and improve overall healthcare delivery.
He said: “We also express our appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for consenting to the establishment of the Federal University in Southern Kaduna, specifically the Federal Univesrity of Applied Sciences Kachia via a bill sponsored by Senator Marshal Katung, the Senator representing Kaduna South. This decision is a significant step toward advancing education in a region known for its strong base of educators and academics.
“However, we wish to draw the President’s attention to the recent allocation of four federal institutions to Zaria, a single town that already boasts 12 federal institutions. The new institutions allocated to Zaria include: Federal College of Nursing and Midwifery; Federal College of Education; Federal Open University and Federal College of Legal Studies.
“These new allocations further centralize federal institutions in Zaria (Zone 1), which already hosts the following: Ahmadu Bello University (ABU); Federal College of Education (FCoE); Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology; Nigerian Leather Research Institute; Nigeria College of Aviation Technology; Division of Agricultural Colleges (DAC); Institute of Agricultural Research (IAR); National Research Institute for Chemical Technology; National Animal Production Research Institute; National Agricultural Extension and Research Liaison Services; Nigerian Army School of Military Police and Nigeria Army School of Legal Services.”
This level of concentration of Federal Institutions in a single town (not to talk about the state-owned institutions in the town) risks marginalizing and underdeveloping other parts of the state.
“We, therefore, urge the President and relevant stakeholders, including the Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Uba Sani, the National and State Assemblies, traditional rulers, and religious leaders, to revisit and reconsider the allocation of these new institutions. A more equitable distribution will foster balanced development and ensure that no part of Kaduna State is left behind.”
Abrak insisted that: “The NCYP as an ardent supporter and campaigner of President Tinubu’s leadership style of inclusiviness and fairness for robust growth and development, we remain steadfast in advocating for initiatives that promote the equitable development and well-being of all Nigerians, especially in northern region.”
Group Calls for Establishment of Federal Medical Centre in Southern Kaduna
Police Foil Robbery at Gwagwalada Motor Park, Arrest Suspect
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Police Force(NPF) FCT Command has foiled a robbery at Gwagwalada Motor Park, arresting one suspect while others fled.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that three incident occurred on Thursday at about 7:25 p.m. when a gang of 15 armed hoodlums stormed the park, attacking and robbing commuters and traders.
A distress call alerted the police, prompting the deployment of a surveillance team to the scene.
On sighting the operatives, the robbers fled, abandoning a Golf 3 vehicle with registration number RSH 193 DB.
One suspect was apprehended but was severely beaten by an irate mob before being rescued and taken to Asokoro Hospital for treatment.
Police recovered weapons from the abandoned vehicle, which has been impounded as part of ongoing investigations.
Police Foil Robbery at Gwagwalada Motor Park, Arrest Suspect
NIDCOM Demands Probe of Nigerian TikTok Workers in Kenya
By: Michael Mike
Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa has highlighted the critical importance of implementing a Labour Mobility Law in Nigeria.
This reaction comes following headlines of the death of Ms. Ladi Olubunmi, a Nigerian and TikTok content moderator, employed by Teleperformance, the social media’s contracting firm in Kenya.
According to her, such legislation would establish frameworks to protect the rights and well-being of Nigerians employed abroad, ensuring proper documentation, monitoring, and support systems.
Dabiri-Erewa added that the creation of such law aims to prevent situations where Nigerian citizens face challenges related to employment conditions, mental health support, and the ability to return home when necessary.
The Chairman, NiDCOM extended heartfelt condolences to Ms. Olubunmi’s family, friends and colleagues.
She urges thorough investigation by Kenyan authorities to determine the circumstances surrounding Olubunmi’s untimely passing, while asking the Nigerian High Commission in Kenya to monitor the situation and provide necessary support to Ms. Olubunmi’s family during this challenging time.
She equally appealed to Nigerians in Kenya to remain calm throughout the whole process.
Dabiri-Erewa reiterated that the Federal Government through NiDCOM remains steadfast in its mission to protect and assist Nigerians globally.
She reminded Nigerians seeking employment abroad to engage only with reputable organisations and to be fully informed of their rights and the support structures available to them.
Ms. Olubunmi has been a staff member of the company since 2022. She was found dead and decomposing in her apartment in Nairobi, Kenya, last week, when she was absent from work for three days.
NIDCOM Demands Probe of Nigerian TikTok Workers in Kenya
France Hands Over Operational Equipment for Nigeria’s Anti-Narcotics War
By: Michael Mike
The French government has handed over some operational equipment to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to aid the ongoing war against drug trafficking.
The donation was made on Thursday by the French Ambassador to Nigeria, Marc Fonbaustier, who commended the operational successes of the anti-narcotics agency, especially in areas of illicit drug control and high rate of prosecution and conviction of offenders.
The envoy who handed over some operational equipment donated by the French government to the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (Rtd) at the agency’s national headquarters in Abuja, noted that the agency had done very well in the fight against illicit drugs and narcotics with over 57,792 arrests; 9.9 million kilogrammes of seizures and 10,572 convictions within a space of four years.
He added that Nigeria’s records of achievements in the fight against illicit drugs places the country in a good position for great partnership and collaboration with France.
The envoy said: “You’re one of the best in the world in terms of fight against illicit drugs and narcotics because of your operational successes, which give NDLEA an edge in terms of arrests, seizures, high rate of convictions and as such we can learn some lessons from you while you learn from us as well.”
In his remark, Marwa expressed appreciation for the donation of the equipment to NDLEA, noting that: “Nigeria and France have been good partners especially following the recent state visit by President Bola Tinubu to France.”
He stated that “the equipment are very important operational tools that will go a long way to enhance our work.”
He appealed for special training on investigation and cyber transactions as well as support for the Alternative Development Project initiative of the agency aimed at encouraging cannabis growers to embrace alternative crops.
France Hands Over Operational Equipment for Nigeria’s Anti-Narcotics War
Police Foil Robbery at Gwagwalada Motor Park, Arrest Suspect
NIDCOM Demands Probe of Nigerian TikTok Workers in Kenya
France Hands Over Operational Equipment for Nigeria’s Anti-Narcotics War
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