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KACRAN raises the alarm over illegal land allocations in Abuja
KACRAN raises the alarm over illegal land allocations in Abuja
By: Michael Mike
The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has raised the alarm over alleged illegal land allocations and other violations by the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) in Jikwoyi, Karu district of the Federal Capital Territory.
According to a statement issued by the National President of KACRAN, Honourable Khalil Bello,, the violations totally negate the recent commitment to uphold the original master plan of Abuja by the FCT minister.
The statement read: “With utmost respect and humility, KACRAN wishes to once again bring to the attention of the esteemed office of the Honourable Chairman, Abuja Municipal Area Council and public at large, a series of distressing incidents that occurred in the Dagona Area of Jikwoyi in the Karu District.
“Our association has received alarming reports of violations of the Land Use Act by the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) which totally negate the recent FCT Minister, His Excellency Bar. Hon Nyesom Wike’s commitment to uphold the original master plan of Abuja.
“To our dismay, we have been made to understand that the previous council Executive Chairman or the predecessors of the current AMAC chairman, illegally allocated plots within our members’ residential areas, contravening the Land Use Act’s stipulations. This Act acknowledges Nigerians who have resided in a location for over a century as rightful occupants of their residential areas.
“Compounding this issue, the council also moves to block the only solitary access road that connects our members to the FCT, causing severe disruptions to our member’s daily activities. This vital road, tarred by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development in 2012, is particularly crucial during the rainy season and at all times.
“These developments have caused a significant amount of distress for our members who have enjoyed a peaceful existence in this area for over a century. Their deep-rooted ancestral heritage in this land, marked by the graves of their forefathers, makes this issue more than a mere inconvenience; it is a matter of their identity and heritage.
“We respectfully call on the Honourable Chairman AMAC and the concerned authorities to urgently; conduct an official visit to the area to assess the situation first-hand, revoke all illegal allocations made by his predecessors within our members’ residential areas, in the interest of equity, justice, and fairness.
“Ensure that no further attempts are made to block the access road that is vital for the daily movement of our members and their neighbours, allocate new plots in unclaimed land to the affected individuals, allowing them to develop these areas without infringing on the rights of others.
“We stand firm in our belief in the rule of law, which stipulates that all Nigerians are equal before the law. We are deeply concerned that our rights and livelihoods are being infringed upon. We trust that this matter will be promptly addressed to prevent potential conflicts and to maintain harmonious relations within our beloved Abuja and Nigeria at large.”
“In conclusion, we want to state that in our earlier submissions of complaint to Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), we attached the necessary supporting documents, including the signatures, places, pictures, and phone numbers of our members for AMAC and other copied authorities’ view and consideration.”
KACRAN raises the alarm over illegal land allocations in Abuja
NHRC trains 34 human rights advocates in Gombe
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has trained 34 Community Protection Rights Advocates to protect and promote human rights in Gombe state.
Dr Joseph Wanshe, the State Coordinator of the Commission, made the disclosure in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Gombe on Monday.
Wanshe said that the training was imperative toward achieving the mandate of the commission in the state.
According to him, the trained advocates, who are mostly in rural areas, will penetrate distant and rural communities where human rights violations are rampant.
He said that the training has started yielding the expected results as there have been increased number of reported cases of human rights violations from rural communities across the state.
He said that the advocates have been deployed to the 11 local government areas of the state.
“We are witnessing an upsurge in human rights reporting coming to the office.
“ The numbers are increasing as regards civil and political rights followed by cases of women and children, domestic violence, economic, social and cultural rights.
“ There are many factors involved in the upsurge as the NHRC within the last one month has stepped up sensitisations and stakeholders’ engagements.
“ We have trained Community Protection Rights advocates, who have been working and as a result, awareness has increased and number of complaints received have spiked,” he said.
Wanshe said that the trained advocates have been affiliated to NHRC at the local government levels toward ensuring wider coverage of the state in terms of human rights protection.
He assured residents on the commission’s effort at ensuring that it achieved effectively its mandate of protection and promotion of human rights.
Wanshe commended the people of Gombe State for their improved confidence in NHRC which has resulted in improved reportage of human rights violations
He further urged communities to support the advocates in their domains in the overall interest of human rights protection.
NHRC trains 34 human rights advocates in Gombe
Troops intercept 11 suspects with IED-making materials in Abuja
Troops of the Nigerian Army have intercepted 11 suspected criminals conveying materials believed to be for the production of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in Kuje Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory.
By: Zagazola Makama
Security sources said the suspects, comprising 10 males and one female, were arrested at about 12:59 a.m. on April 27 by troops of 176 Guards Battalion deployed at Kuchiyako.
The sources disclosed that the suspects were intercepted in a vehicle along the Kuchiyako–Tipper Garage road, allegedly loaded with IED-making materials.
According to preliminary investigation, the suspects claimed they were en route to mining sites around Kabbin Mangoro in Kuje Area Council to collect mineral resources.
Items recovered from them include explosive charges and three-and-a-half bags of unidentified mineral substances, among other sundry materials.
The suspects are currently in military custody, while investigations are ongoing to ascertain their intent and possible links to criminal or terrorist activities.
Troops intercept 11 suspects with IED-making materials in Abuja
Troops repel terrorists in Zamfara, recover calm after attack on Godel community
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army under 1 Brigade have repelled an attack by suspected terrorists in Godel community of Birnin Magaji Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 2:08 p.m. on April 27 when troops deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Kaura Namoda responded to credible intelligence on terrorist activities in the area.
The sources disclosed that troops made contact with the attackers upon arrival, leading to a fierce exchange of fire.
According to the sources, the troops forced the terrorists to withdraw from the area following the encounter.
However, during the attack, the assailants reportedly rustled an unspecified number of cattle belonging to residents of the community.
Three civilians were also said to have sustained gunshot wounds and were evacuated for medical attention.
The sources added that troops have intensified patrols and clearance operations in the general area to prevent further attacks and recover the rustled livestock.
Troops repel terrorists in Zamfara, recover calm after attack on Godel community
NHRC trains 34 human rights advocates in Gombe
Troops intercept 11 suspects with IED-making materials in Abuja
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