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NESREA to partner Rwanda in Tackling Plastic Pollution

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NESREA to partner Rwanda in Tackling Plastic Pollution

By: Michael Mike

The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has initiated talks with the Rwandan High Commission in Nigeria for partnership in the area of environmental sustainability.

The Director General of NESREA, Dr. Innocent Barikor, who met with the Rwandan High Commission in Abuja on Monday, expressed the Agency’s interest in learning from Rwanda’s expertise and successes in combating plastic pollution.

He said NESREA specifically aims to exchange experiences and inculcate best practices in plastic waste management, leveraging on Rwanda’s notable progress, stressing that, “Nigeria is pushing for the Circular Economy growth and NESREA is at the forefront, likewise the ban on single-use plastics.”

Barikor expressed his admiration for Rwanda’s exemplary commitment to environmental sustainability and innovation, and thanked the Government of Rwanda for their support towards capacity building for staff through study visits, and noted the need for high level collaboration between the two countries on environmental protection and sustainability management.

The Rwandan High Commissioner to Nigeria, Ambassador Christophe Bazivamo noted the daunting challenge of tackling plastic pollution and reiterated the willingness of the government of Rwanda to collaborate with Nigeria.

He said addressing environmental issues is very important for any government as sustainable development is impossible without sound environmental protection considerations.

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Herdsmen Agree to Pay ₦1 Million Compensation After Farmland Destruction in Plateau State

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Herdsmen Agree to Pay ₦1 Million Compensation After Farmland Destruction in Plateau State

By: Zagazola Makama

A dispute over farmland destruction in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State has been resolved following the intervention of security operatives and community stakeholders, with herders agreeing to pay ₦1 million compensation to affected farmers.

Security sources said troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), Sector 6, responded on June 16 at about 12:00 p.m. to reports of destruction of farmlands belonging to Mr. Nyip Yakubu Badung and 10 other farmers in Sopp Village.

Upon arrival at the scene, troops reportedly discovered that herds of cattle had strayed into the farms, causing extensive damage to crops belonging to the affected residents.

Following the development, security personnel facilitated a peace meeting between representatives of the farmers and herder leaders in the area to prevent escalation of tensions.

At the end of the engagement, both parties agreed on a compensation sum of ₦1 million to be paid to the affected farmers through the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) Chairman in Riyom Local Government Area.

Security sources said the agreement was reached to prevent possible reprisals and maintain peace in the community.

Authorities noted that the situation in the area has been brought under control, while dialogue between both parties is ongoing to sustain peaceful coexistence.

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Troops Discover Corpse with Gunshot Wound in Plateau Community

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By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), Sector 3, have discovered the body of a man with a gunshot wound in Dantanko community, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the troops responded at about 6:50 a.m. on June 16 following a report of a suspicious incident in the area.

On arrival, the troops reportedly found the corpse of a man identified as Mr. Emmanuel Agara, who was confirmed to have sustained a gunshot wound.

The area was immediately cordoned off by security personnel, while the body was evacuated for necessary procedures.

Authorities said investigations have commenced to determine the circumstances surrounding the death and to identify those responsible.

Security operatives have since intensified patrols in the general area to prevent any breakdown of law and order.

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Troops Arrest Seven Suspected Criminals in Plateau Hotel Raid

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Troops Arrest Seven Suspected Criminals in Plateau Hotel Raid

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), Sector 4, have arrested seven suspected criminals during a cordon-and-search operation at a hotel in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 9:45 p.m. on June 15 at Vopye Resort and Farms Hotel following credible intelligence on suspected criminal activities in the area.

The troops reportedly stormed the facility and arrested seven suspects, who were subsequently profiled for investigation.

The suspects were identified as Sanusi Aliu, 40, of Tanti in Bokkos LGA; Babangida Ayuba, 24, and Adamu Hassan, both from Gombe State; Obadiah Bulus, 25, Ayuba Bulus, 21, Danladi Moses, 20, and Hassan David, 20, all from Kaduna State.

Security sources said the suspects are currently in custody as investigations continue to determine their level of involvement in criminal activities and possible connections to other networks.

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