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Guterres: Make 2024, A Year of Building Trust and Hope
Guterres: Make 2024, A Year of Building Trust and Hope
By: Michael Mike
The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres has said the UN will keep rallying the world for peace, sustainable development and human rights in 2024, calling on everyone to make the new year, “a year of building trust and hope in all that we can accomplish together.”
Guterres, in a video message released on the eve of 2024, reflected on the tumultuous events of the past year while urgently calling for unity and concerted efforts to overcome the pressing challenges that lie ahead.
He noted that the year 2023 was marked by unprecedented suffering, escalating violence, and climate-related crises, and left humanity in a state of profound distress.
He said: “2023 has been a year of enormous suffering, violence, and climate chaos. Humanity is in pain. Our planet is in peril.
“2023 is the hottest year on record. People are getting crushed by growing poverty and hunger. Wars are growing in number and ferocity. And trust is in short supply. But pointing fingers and pointing guns lead nowhere.”
He however noted that: “Humanity is strongest when we stand together,” insisting that: “2024 must be a year for rebuilding trust and restoring hope.”
He said: “We must come together across divides for shared solutions. For climate action. For economic opportunity and a fairer global financial system that delivers for all.”
Guterres added that: “Together, we must stand up against the discrimination and hatred that are poisoning relations between countries and communities.
“And we must make sure new technologies such as artificial intelligence are a force for good.”
He promised that: “The United Nations will keep rallying the world for peace, sustainable development and human rights.
“Let’s resolve to make 2024 a year of building trust and hope in all that we can accomplish together.”
The UN Scribe which everyone on the planet a happy and peaceful New Year.
Guterres: Make 2024, A Year of Building Trust and Hope
Cattle rustlers steal 50 cows in Lafiagi in Kogi, as security forces launch search operation
By Zagazola Makama
Fifty cows have been stolen by suspected cattle rustlers in Gbugbu, Lafiagi, Kogi State, the Police Command has reported.
Zagazola learnt that the incident occurred on December 18 at about 1600 hours when two Fulani herders, Hassan and Husseini, both aged 25, were grazing their cattle on the outskirts of Gbugbu. Unknown gunmen attacked the herders and made away with 50 cows.
The report was filed by Alhaji Abubakar Muhammadu, 50, and Malam Tijani Ahmed, 62, Secretary of Miyeti Allah, Lafiagi branch.
Following the report, a joint team comprising Army troops, police operatives, Village Guard Network (VGN) and local hunters were mobilized to the scene to comb the surrounding bush for possible recovery of the stolen livestock.
Cattle rustlers steal 50 cows in Lafiagi in Kogi, as security forces launch search operation
Bandit attack in Sobon Birni LGA leaves one dead in Sokoto
By Zagazola Makama
One person has been killed following an armed bandit attack on Garin Idi Village in Sobon Birni District, Sokoto State, the State Police Command has confirmed.
Zagazola Makama learnt that the incident occurred on December 18 at about 2140 hours, when a large group of heavily armed bandits launched a sporadic shooting attack on the community.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, promptly responded and engaged the bandits in a gun duel. The attackers were overpowered and fled into the surrounding forest.
During the attack, one Malam Saluhu, aged 60, was shot and killed.
Joint security teams have intensified efforts to track down the bandits, and troops have been alerted to remain vigilant for any movements by the fleeing criminals.
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Fire outbreak destroys over 20 vehicles at Malaysia Market, Zuba
By Zagazola Makama
Over twenty vehicles have been destroyed following a fire outbreak at Malaysia Market, Zuba, near the main motor spare parts area.
Sources said that the incident occurred on December 17 at about 2300 hours. The market, known for scrap vehicles, was engulfed in flames before police patrol teams promptly mobilized to the scene.
Through the combined efforts of security forces and community members, the fire was successfully contained, preventing further escalation. No injuries or loss of life were reported.
The cause of the fire and the estimated value of the destroyed vehicles are yet to be determined as security sources said Investigations are ongoing.
Fire outbreak destroys over 20 vehicles at Malaysia Market, Zuba
Cattle rustlers steal 50 cows in Lafiagi in Kogi, as security forces launch search operation
Bandit attack in Sobon Birni LGA leaves one dead in Sokoto
Fire outbreak destroys over 20 vehicles at Malaysia Market, Zuba
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