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IWD: NHRC Seeks More Support for Humanitarian Causes
IWD: NHRC Seeks More Support for Humanitarian Causes
By: Michael Mike
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called on the government at all levels to provide adequate resources for humanitarian causes considering the quantum of human rights violations occasioned by armed conflicts and natural disasters in the country.
In a message to commemorate the 2024 World Humanitarian Day (WHD), the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Dr. Tony Ojukwu said the NHRC regretted the numerous human rights violations suffered by Citizens including women, children, older persons, persons with disabilities, migrants, internally displaced persons and asylum seekers, with little or no humanitarian assistance to mitigate their conditions.
Ojukwu, who stated this on the eve of 2024 commemoration of WHD observed that individuals whose rights are violated as a result of violence, armed conflicts and natural disasters such as flooding, erosion and famine, deserve social protection to live a normal life.
He said: “Besides, insecurity in the North East occasioned by the activities of Boko Haram insurgents, North west resulting from banditry and other criminal activities, South East, south west and North Central Nigeria spearheaded by armed bandits, IPOB/-Yoruba nation separatist movements and farmers/herders clashes respectively have unfortunately combined to create more humanitarian problems in the Country. “
According to him, government at all levels should therefore take deliberate action towards boosting the allocations of resources for humanitarian matters to effectively cater for the humanitarian needs of citizens who might are facing hardship as a result of humanitarian issues.
The Chief Human Rights Officer of Nigeria stated that the 2024 theme of the celebration, “Act for Humanity”, is apt as it serves as a wakeup call to political leaders and other stakeholders to take appropriate steps towards addressing the various human rights and humanitarian challenges bedeviling the Citizens, particularly those in conflict/violence situations.
Ojukwu while paying tribute to thousands of humanitarian workers who lost their lives while rendering humanitarian services as well as others who suffered injuries in the course of their work, said “we should also recognize the efforts of aid workers who put their lives on the line to help affected persons and communities during times of global crisis.”
He further stated that the Commission will continue to protect and serve people in need irrespective of the magnitude of the danger and hardship they are experiencing adding that awareness creation for State actors and law enforcement agents to protect humanitarian workers during their operations cannot be overemphasized.
World Humanitarian Day brings together all the people from across the humanitarian ecosystem to improve and raise awareness for the survival, well-being, and dignity of people affected by crises and for the safety of humanitarian workers.
IWD: NHRC Seeks More Support for Humanitarian Causes
Zulum Appoints Engr Peter Samuel as General Manager BOSAMA
By: Our Reporter
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the appointment of Engr Peter Samuel, MNSE, MNIAE, as the General Manager of Borno State Agricultural Mechanization Authority (BOSAMA).
In a statement by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Dauda Iliya, the appointment was based on Engr Samuel’s outstanding professional competence, proven track record, and experience in agricultural engineering and mechanization.
The statement noted that Engr Samuel possesses the requisite qualifications, technical expertise and leadership capacity required to reposition BOSAMA in line with Governor Zulum’s agricultural transformation agenda.
The newly appointed General Manager is an Agricultural Engineer with academic, professional, administrative, and practical experience in agricultural mechanization, farm power and machinery, irrigation engineering, and agricultural infrastructure development.
He holds a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Farm Power and Machinery from Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi (formerly the Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi), a Postgraduate Diploma in Farm Management and Production Economics from Nasarawa State University, and a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Agricultural and Environmental Resources Engineering from the University of Maiduguri.
Engr Samuel has distinguished himself through years of meritorious service in teaching, research, agricultural engineering practice, and project implementation. He currently serves as a Lecturer in Farm Power and Machinery at Ramat Polytechnic, Maiduguri.
Over the years, he has held several strategic leadership positions, including General Manager of a commercial agricultural enterprise, Project Coordinator, Programme Coordinator, and Consultant on numerous agricultural development interventions implemented by reputable national and international organisations.
He is a member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) and the Nigerian Institution of Agricultural Engineers (NIAE).
Governor Babagana Zulum congratulated the new General Manager on his appointment and urged him to deploy his wealth of knowledge, technical expertise, and experience in agricultural mechanization to strengthen the operations of BOSAMA
Zulum Appoints Engr Peter Samuel as General Manager BOSAMA
Troops Arrest Suspected Military Impostor in Katsina
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of 17 Brigade have arrested a suspected military impostor during a fighting patrol in Malumfashi Local Government Area.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspect was apprehended at about 1:30 p.m. on July 4 by troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Malumfashi while conducting routine patrols within Malumfashi town.
According to the sources, the suspect was intercepted while wearing a woodland camouflage three-quarter short, raising suspicion among the troops.
A search conducted on the suspect led to the recovery of a fake Nigerian Army identity card, four Automated Teller Machine (ATM) cards, one woodland camouflage three-quarter short, a wristwatch and the sum of ₦17,000.
The suspect and the recovered exhibits are currently in military custody pending further investigation.
Military sources said the arrest forms part of ongoing efforts to curb impersonation of security personnel and other criminal activities within the area.
Troops Arrest Suspected Military Impostor in Katsina
Troops Recover 50 Rustled Cattle, Repel Suspected Rustlers in Kaduna
By Zagazola Makama
Troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Kankomi have recovered 50 rustled cattle after repelling suspected cattle rustlers during an ambush operation in Chikun Local Government Area.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops responded to a distress call at about 9:55 a.m. on July 4 over the activities of suspected rustlers at Ungwan Gontu community.
According to the sources, the troops swiftly laid an ambush and made contact with the fleeing suspects, forcing them to abandon the stolen livestock and escape into the surrounding area.
During the operation, the troops recovered 50 rustled cattle, which were subsequently identified and handed over to their rightful owner.
Military sources said efforts are ongoing to track down the fleeing suspects as security operations continue to combat cattle rustling and other criminal activities across Kaduna State.
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