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NEMA hails North East Devt commission for taking over feeding of IDPs
NEMA hails North East Devt commission for taking over feeding of IDPs
The Director-General of National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mr Mustapha Ahmed, has commended the North-East Development Commission (NEDC) for taking over the monthly feeding of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Borno and Adamawa.
Ahmed expressed gratitude to the Chief Executive Officer/Managing Director of NEDC, Alhaji Mohammed Alkali, when he and his management team paid him a visit on Tuesday in Abuja.
The NEMA boss stressed that in spite of the take over, the agency would continue to provide relevant assistance to the commission to impact on communities in the North-East region whenever sudden disasters hit.
“I wish to express my sincere appreciation and gratitude to Alkali over his pledge on Oct.16 to take over the feeding of IDPs in camps and host communities in the North East Region.
“The IDPs were Hitherto provided with daily ration of food and non-food items by NEMA in Maiduguri, Born and Yola in Adamawa respectively.
“This gracious takeover of NEMA routine intervention by the NEDC will decoupled the resources deployed and grant us the impetus to further deliver relief support to persons in need in the event of sudden onset disasters nationwide.
“NEMA would always be ready to work with the NEDC in areas of relief support, damage and loss assessment and capacity for members of staff in consideration of the strong operational and service delivery commonality between us and NEDC,” Ahmed said.
As at the end of September,, he said, NEMA was providing daily feeding to 149,448 persons comprising of 24,908 households in Maiduguri.
“At the same time in Yola, Adamawa, NEMA was feeding 19,626 comprising of 2,992 Households in the camps in Maiduguri and Yola.
“However, the shifts in the routine feeding of the IDPs to the NEDC was occasioned by dwindling resources at the disposal of the agency and in consideration of several other sudden onset disasters nationwide” Ahmed said.
Responding, Alkali said the decision to takeover the routine food distribution and feeding in the IDPs camps would help eliminate duplication of efforts.
“It will also allow for scares resources to be deployed in other areas to assist Nigerians in distress or hit by disaster.
“This taken over is a new development and a positive beginning that has unfolded a new vista of partnership and collaboration between NEMA and NEDC for the benefits of Nigerians.
“This will also strengthen our ability and understanding in addressing and enhancing humanitarian coordination in the North East Region of the country,” Alkali said.
Russia Strengthens Strategic Ties with Sahel States Amid Geopolitical Shifts
By: Zagazola Makama
Russia has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening ties with Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, as Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov hosted his counterparts from the three Sahel states in Moscow. The high-level meeting signals deepening cooperation in security, economic development, and diplomatic coordination, amid shifting global alliances and the growing influence of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES).
The discussions, held in a quadrilateral format for the first time, focused on enhancing military collaboration, investment opportunities, and regional security strategies. Lavrov welcomed the delegation, emphasizing Russia’s support for the sovereignty of the three nations as they seek to assert independence in their policymaking and security frameworks.
“We appreciate the determination of your countries to build a new regional security architecture based on your own strengths while remaining open to mutually beneficial cooperation,” Lavrov said. He commended the “dynamic integration” efforts within the AES and highlighted ongoing projects in trade, finance, infrastructure, and human resource development.
The visit comes amid rising geopolitical tensions and the Sahel states’ increasing shift away from Western partnerships. Following military takeovers in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, the three countries have strengthened ties with Russia, particularly in military cooperation and counterterrorism efforts. They have also distanced themselves from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), forming the AES as a regional bloc focused on collective security and economic cooperation.
Lavrov noted that Russia is ready to support the AES beyond bilateral engagements, stating that collaboration would extend to international platforms, including the Russia-Africa Forum. The next ministerial meeting of the forum is expected to take place in Africa later this year, ahead of the 2026 Russia-Africa Summit.
In his remarks, Mali’s Foreign Minister, Abdoulaye Diop, reaffirmed his country’s commitment to strengthening ties with Russia, underscoring the importance of strategic alliances in addressing security and development challenges.
The meeting marks a new phase in Russia’s engagement with Africa, particularly in regions seeking alternative partnerships. As the global political landscape evolves, the AES-Russia partnership is expected to influence security dynamics and economic cooperation in the Sahel and beyond.
Russia Strengthens Strategic Ties with Sahel States Amid Geopolitical Shifts
Man Killed in Accidental Shooting During Joint Security Operation in Adamawa
By: Zagazola Makama
A tragic incident occurred on April 3, 2025, during a joint security operation in Girei Local Government Area (LGA) of Adamawa State.
The operation, which involved personnel from the Police, Military, Department of State Security Services (DSS), and Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), aimed to raid criminal hideouts in the area.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that during the operation, one of the security personnel accidentally discharged their firearm, striking 21-year-old Bara Adamu of Wuro Bulama, Girei LGA.
The victim was immediately rushed to Specialist Hospital for medical attention but was sadly confirmed dead by the doctor on duty.
Man Killed in Accidental Shooting During Joint Security Operation in Adamawa
Armed Bandits Kill One in Attack on Commercial Vehicle in Sokoto
By: Zagazola Makama
On April 3, 2025, at approximately 1130 hours, a group of armed bandits riding motorcycles, opened fire on a commercial vehicle traveling from Kebbi to Sokoto.
The attack resulted in the death of one Dan Gande Usman, who was shot in the head. The victim succumbed to his injuries while being transported to the hospital.
In response to the attack, troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA were deployed to the area to ensure sanity.
Armed Bandits Kill One in Attack on Commercial Vehicle in Sokoto
Russia Strengthens Strategic Ties with Sahel States Amid Geopolitical Shifts
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