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IPCR Identifies Weakness of Local Government Administration as Major Factor for Insecurity in Nigeria
IPCR Identifies Weakness of Local Government Administration as Major Factor for Insecurity in Nigeria
By: Michael Mike
The weakness of local government administration has been identified as the major factor responsible for the current state of insecurity in the country.
Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Monday to mark the 2024 International Day of Peace, the Director General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR), Dr. Joseph Ochogwu said insecurity was birthed largely by dissatisfaction in governance especially at the grassroots which first began with agitation and later violence and criminalities like banditry and kidnapping.
He said securing of the Supreme Court ruling giving financial autonomy to the local government is a welcome development and a great step towards development at the grassroots level and arresting insecurity in the country.
He said that all that is needed is to allow the Supreme Court ruling to be executed and that there was no reason for the governors to be against it.
Ochogwu said: “With patience as we allow for proper administration at the grassroots, most of the agitations would be over and peace return back to the country.”
He called on state governors to up their games and allow local governments to be properly run.
He said: “We have to get the running of our frontline right, for it is where many of our people are residents and they must be impacted to feel the presence of government.
“It is by so doing that violence agitation could be arrested and peace and security brought back to Nigeria.”
He said: “The International Day of Peace, declared by the United Nations General Assembly(UNGA) in 1982, is a day set aside to promote the ideals of peace within and among nations and peoples, as well as campaign against prevailing violence globally. The 2024 edition of the Peace Day Commemoration focuses on how a culture of peace, unity, dialogue, and reconciliation can be entrenched in communities across the world. This explains the rationale for the theme: “Cultivating a Culture of Peace”.”
Ochogwu added that: “As you are all aware, the world is faced with numerous challenges, including economic downturn, inequity, natural disasters, weak institutions, poor governance, marginalization and violent conflicts. These issues have adversely affected nations globally, including Nigeria. Nigeria has over time experienced a huge loss of lives and humanitarian crises resulting from diverse forms of violent conflicts recorded across communities. Hence, the need to build a culture of peace and resilience in our communities.
“Therefore, IPCR and its partners have mapped out a series of activities to mark this year’s International Day of Peace, including:
Media Chat: Engaging in discussions with thought leaders on the significance of peace in national and international contexts.
Art Exhibition: Showcasing peace-themed artworks to promote peace through creative expression.
Sports Events: Peace-building through sports tounite people of different backgrounds in a spirit of camaraderie.
Cultural Displays: Featuring traditional performances from diverse ethnic groups to celebrate Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage and emphasize unity in diversity.
Peace Walk: A symbolic march through designated areas to advocate for peace and raise public awareness on the need for peaceful coexistence.
Peace Lecture: A keynote lecture by prominent individuals on strategies for fostering peace and non-violence.
He commended President Bola Tinubu for his firm resolve to improve the quality of life of Nigerians and promote peace and security for national progress, particularly through the instrumentality of ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’.
He however said: “Everyone is a stakeholder in the quest for ‘Peace’. We must all rally round the government and other partners of peace towards entrenching the culture of peace across board.”
IPCR Identifies Weakness of Local Government Administration as Major Factor for Insecurity in Nigeria
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Nigeria Commiserates with Türkiye Over Devastating Fire Incident
By: Michael Mike
Nigerian government has commiserated with the government and people of Türkiye over the fire incident at the Grand Kartal Hotel in the Kartalkaya Ski Resort that resulted in the death of 66 persons injured over 50 others.
The condolence message was contained in a statement signed by the acting spokesperson of the federal ministry of foreign affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa.
The statement read: “The Federal Republic of Nigeria wishes to express deep condolence to the Government and People of the Republic of Turkiye over the unfortunate fire incident at the Grand Kartal Hotel in the Kartalkaya Ski Resort.
“The fire, which claimed the lives of 66 persons and injured over 50 others in Bolu Province in Northwestern Turkiye, was reported to have started in the early hours of Tuesday 21st January 2025.
“The Federal Government of Nigeria sympathizes with the Government of the Republic of Turkiye and the families of the victims of the fire incident, and also wishes a speedy recovery of the injured.”
Nigeria Commiserates with Türkiye Over Devastating Fire Incident
Yobe’s Commitment To Agric. Development very Impressive -Islamic Development Bank
By: Mamman Mohammed
The Islamic Development Bank has expressed satisfaction with the preparedness of Yobe state government to partner the bank for an agricultural project.
Mr. Javed khan, Senior Agriculture Specialist of the Bank stated this at a courtesy call on Governor Mai Mala Buni CON, at the Government House, Damaturu.
Khan said the commitment of Yobe state government to meeting its obligations is quite impressive and encouraging.
Khan who led a team from the bank on assessment tour of the state to see for itself the documents developed and the preparations on ground for the project, said the team was convinced with government’s committment to the project.
“We were initially discouraged not to come to Yobe state citing insecurity but, we insisted on coming and are impressed with the peace and security, and the government’s commitment to the project.
“We are working towards a target in the next three months for the state to obtain approval from the bank for the project.
“The working synergy between our team and your team suggests that we will achieve our target within the stipulated time frame” Khan said.
Responding, Governor Buni commended the Bank for not listening to the enemies of progress of the state.
“l am glad you did not listen to them, some of whom have never been anywhere close to Yobe state but giving stories about what they don’t know.
“You are now here and you have seen things for yourselves and can tell the story better. We are ready for this partnership using agriculture to drive the economy of our state and the people.
“All the 17 local government areas in the state are now accessible and the people can access their farms and make this proposed project successful” Buni said.
The Governor explained the importance of agriculture to the people, adding “this project would guarantee food security and economic prosperity in our post insurgency recovery programme.
“The resilience exhibited by our people in embracing agriculture being their major preoccupation to rebuild their lives after the protracted insecurity is very encouraging and need to be supported” he said.
The Governor re-ephasized the readiness of his administration to partner the bank to make agricultural development in the state a huge success story.
Yobe’s Commitment To Agric. Development very Impressive -Islamic Development Bank
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