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NBMA Debunks Allegations of Negligence, Compromise Against It
NBMA Debunks Allegations of Negligence, Compromise Against It
By: Michael Mike
The Director General and Chief Executive Officer (DG/CEO) of the National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA), Dr. Yemisi Asagbra debunked some allegations level against the agency by some non governmental organisations (NGOs) concerning negligence and compromise.
Speaking during a press briefing in Abuja on Friday, Asagbra said: “The negative statements circulating are misleading and lack credible scientific backing. The agency asks these organisations to present verifiable scientific evidence for their claims and we relies on sound scientific research and internationally recognized protocols to make informed decisions. It is part of the Cartagena Protocol with over 180 parties, our mandate is to protect the health of Nigerians and the environment. It will not compromise on this as it is an agency of integrity.
She added that: “The agency is transparent and accountable in its operations. It invites review of its processes and rigorous evaluations of GMO products. We are confident in our procedures that it’s meet global standards and it is a leader in effective regulation in Africa”.
On the source of the allegations, she said “over the years they have been advocating to have their presence in the board where all these products coming will be thoroughly Investigated, but it hasn’t been given. Most times we rely on the information given by Nigeria Custom Service to furnish them with needed information, which most time is not always easy if they have other things doing.
The Head planning, research and statistics National Biosafety Management Agency Mrs. Bello Scholastica said the agency is concerned with safety to our health and safety to our environment.
She further reiterated that what NBMA stands for is to establish first regulation from identification of the gene of interest, “of what you are interested in, from then till commercialization, and even after commercialization, they still follow suit to make sure that the approvals they gave hasn’t caused any harm, or those that were given approval to that they stay put to what they were asked to do”.
She further explained that the agency has put in effort to promote environmental conservation and biosafety in Nigeria.
NBMA Debunks Allegations of Negligence, Compromise Against It
One Killed, Motorcycle Burnt in Communal Clash Over Land Dispute in Nasarawa
By: Zagazola Makama
One person has been killed and a motorcycle burnt following a communal clash between herders and residents of Karmo community in Toto Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that troops of Sector 2, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), deployed at Gadabuke, responded to the incident at about 11:50 a.m. on Nov. 5, 2026.
The clash reportedly stemmed from a land dispute between neighbouring communities and resulted in the killing of one civilian, while a motorcycle was also set ablaze.
The perpetrators reportedly fled before the arrival of the troops.
The troops subsequently engaged the feuding parties to de-escalate tensions and restore normalcy in the affected community.
The sources said troops had continued to dominate the general area to prevent further escalation and maintain security.
One Killed, Motorcycle Burnt in Communal Clash Over Land Dispute in Nasarawa
AFCSC Junior Staff Course Participants Visit Sector 1 Headquarters in Jos
By: Zagazola Makama
Participants of the Junior Staff Course 102/26 of the Armed Forces Command and Staff College (AFCSC), Jaji, have paid an operational visit to the Headquarters of Sector 1 in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the delegation, led by Col. M.B. Abubakar, visited the headquarters at about 2:00 p.m. on Nov. 5, 2026.
The team was received by the Sector Commander, Cdr. J.U. Abdullahi, who briefed the participants on the prevailing security situation and ongoing operational activities within the sector’s area of responsibility.
The visit was aimed at providing the course participants with operational insights into the security challenges and military activities in the area.
The visit was reported to have been conducted without any incident.
AFCSC Junior Staff Course Participants Visit Sector 1 Headquarters in Jos
Zulum Appoints Ali Baware Pioneer DG of Rural Access Road Authority
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the appointment of Engr. Ali Abubakar Baware as the pioneer Director-General of the Borno State Rural Access Road Authority (RARA).
The Authority, which came into effect on 14th July 2026, is saddled with the responsibility of managing, developing, reconstructing, rehabilitating and maintaining Class D roads across the state, including ancillary infrastructure such as bridges and drainage.
In a statement by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Dauda Iliya, Engr. Baware was the immediate past Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Works and Housing.
A seasoned engineer and administrator, Engr. Baware has held several administrative positions and is a member of professional bodies, including the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) and the Nigerian Institute of Civil Engineers.
The appointment is for a period of four years in the first instance.
Governor Zulum congratulated the Director-General on his appointment and charged him to deploy his wealth of experience and expertise to make the new agency functional.
Zulum Appoints Ali Baware Pioneer DG of Rural Access Road Authority
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AFCSC Junior Staff Course Participants Visit Sector 1 Headquarters in Jos
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