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NGO Asked Nigerians to Confront Government on Bad Governance
NGO Asked Nigerians to Confront Government on Bad Governance
By: Michael Mike
The Movement for the Transformation of Nigeria, (MOTiON), a non-governmental organisation (NGO) has expressed the need for Nigerians to confront government with the challenges they are facing as a result of absence of good governance especially as regards insecurity and non-availability of needed infrastructure.
The NGO made the call at the weekend during a visit to Gaube Community, in Kuje area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
Members of the MOTION, who visited the community on a pre-launch community visit offered the opportunity for members of the community to understand government actions and how they affect their standard of living.
A member of MOTION, Mr Abdullahi Bilal, emphasized the poor assess to roads in the community which has affected the movement of people and goods in the community.
He said: “If we had invited the community members to the town, we might not have been able to relate to the issues, but we are here, and we saw the issues ourselves. The roads are very terrible, and then hearing from the community members themselves, I think what struck me mostly was the fact that the Healthcare Centre here in Guabe has been metamorphosed into mere consulting clinics, that there is nothing that is going on here.
“And then they have to drive kilometres. If somebody is sick, they have to travel kilometres until they get to Kuje before they will be able to have access to a good hospital, and many community members have lost their lives in that process.
And then the community was also affected because of the recent FCT strike.”
He added that: “And then you ask yourself, this is the condition of education in the FCT?, This is the Federal Capital Territory, This is the centre. This is the seat of power,
and if the conditions of the entirety of the mass of the working people in the FCT will be this horrible, what will then now be the fate of those people who are not within the city centre?”
He assured the community on behalf of the MOTION that on October 17th, 2025, they will launch the platform which will enable citizens, or people in communities to continuously speak truth to power no matter what.
He said: “We know fully well that the primary responsibility of government is the provision of security and improvement of the welfare of the people.This is what is contained in the Social Contract, and if you can see, even in this Primary School here that we are, there are security personnel, and it’s because of the consistent harassment attacks in the community.”
Meanwhile, a member of the Guabe Community, Mr Tekula Matthew, while expressing appreciation over the engagement which he described as being impactful, emphasized the lack of access to road to the market which he said makes it very difficult for their goods to be transported for good earnings.
He said: “The bad road is a very difficult challenge the communities have been facing. The market cannot exist here because of bad road, and the bad state of the road that links to other communities that desire to bring their produce down, even taking them to the market is very difficult.
For instance, we have some communities across that once it rains, there’s a big river that you cannot cross.
“They need bridges so that these communities will be able to cross over.
In Gwabe Ward, we have over 46 villages, and I will tell you that it is only two villages that have road.”
He added that: “Almost about 40 villages are underdeveloped because of bad road. Then come to health facilities, if you go to a health centre here, it’s a laughing stock. There you cannot get well attended to, there are no good facilities there, there are no oxygen, there are no employment of medical attendants that can attend to people.
“Our farmers also need security. Our farmers are suffering because of the battle between the farmers and the herders. The government needs to see how they can settle the herders and give them their boundaries where their cattle can graze”.
Many members of the community who took turn to talk, spoke barely the same on how they are not impacted by government.
The MOTION therefore assured the community of working together with them, as change agents to turn the situation around for their good, noting that, through this process, communities will not only reflect on governance failures, but also embrace their role in holding duty bearers accountable, and mobilise citizens to act for the good of the nation.
NGO Asked Nigerians to Confront Government on Bad Governance
Nigeria Sympathizes with Cuba, Jamaica, Haiti on Devastation of Hurricane Melissa
By: Michael Olugbode
Nigeria has sympathized with the governments of Cuba, Haiti and Jamaica over the catastrophic impact of Hurricane Melissa that ravaged the countries.
A statement on Sunday by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa read: “The Government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria have received with profound sorrow and deep sympathy the news of the catastrophic impact of Hurricane Melissa on our sister nations, the Republic of Cuba, Haiti and Jamaica.
“The images and reports emerging from the countries, detailing widespread destruction, severe flooding, and the tragic loss of lives and livelihoods, are truly heart-wrenching. Nigeria stands in solidarity with the governments and the resilient peoples of Cuba, Haiti and Jamaica during this period of immense adversity and destruction.
“We commend the swift and courageous efforts of the national emergency response teams in both countries, who are working tirelessly under extremely challenging conditions to provide relief and save lives.
“In the spirit of South-South cooperation and the enduring bonds of friendship and solidarity that Nigeria shares with the nations of the Caribbean, the Federal Government of Nigeria extends its heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and wishes a full and speedy recovery to the injured.
“The Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria calls upon the international community and our partner organisations to rally in support of Cuba, Haiti and Jamaica, and to provide all necessary assistance to help these nations in their urgent recovery and rebuilding efforts.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the Government and people of the Republic of Cuba, Haiti and Jamaica.”
Nigeria Sympathizes with Cuba, Jamaica, Haiti on Devastation of Hurricane Melissa
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NCYP Urges Tinubu, Northern Governors to Safeguard Inter-Religious Peace After U.S. CPC Designation
NCYP Urges Tinubu, Northern Governors to Safeguard Inter-Religious Peace After U.S. CPC Designation
By: Michael Mike
The Northern Christian Youth Professionals (NCYP) has urged President Bola Tinubu to ensure that Nigeria’s recent designation by the United States as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) does not degenerate into religious tension or undermine peaceful coexistence between Christians and Muslims, especially in the northern region.
Reacting to the public response that followed the announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump, NCYP called for calm and constructive dialogue, warning that while international engagement is important, neglecting domestic dialogue would be a costly mistake.
The group noted that public reactions on social media already underscore the urgent need for local engagement in order to prevent the situation from escalating into inter-religious misunderstanding or violence.
The group, in a statement signed by its Chairman, Isaac Abrak, said: “We recalled that Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah and NCYP had earlier appealed to the U.S. Government not to list Nigeria as a CPC, warning that such a move could “undermine the delicate interfaith dialogue and reconciliation efforts built over the years.” Unfortunately President Trump has still gone ahead and listed Nigeria, as such we must not allow this fear to turn into reality.
“While we commend President Tinubu for his inclusive approach to governance and his ongoing efforts to address insecurity, the NCYP stresses that more must be done to protect innocent lives—Christian, Muslim, or otherwise—and to strengthen national unity.
“NCYP must also express our concern that many northern governors have remained silent on this matter, as this is ia clarion call to the Northern Governors Forum, led by Governor Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, to work closely with the President and stakeholders in preserving the budding peace between the two faiths, particularly in flashpoint areas.
“Finally, NCYP reaffirmed its commitment to promoting unity, tolerance, and peace across Nigeria.”
NCYP Urges Tinubu, Northern Governors to Safeguard Inter-Religious Peace After U.S. CPC Designation
Buni appoints Dr. Bulama as the new program manager for livestock in Yobe
By: Yahaya Wakili
Governor Mai Mala Buni CON, COMN, of Yobe State, has appointed Dr. Bulama Maina Yaro as the new program manager of the Yobe State pilot livestock development program.
The appointment letter was signed by the Acting Head of Service, Alhaji Abdullahi Shehu, who revealed that the appointment takes immediate effect.
Governor Buni urged the new program manager to bring his wealth of experience, dedication, and professionalism to bear in advancing the objectives of the livestock development program in Yobe State.
According to Governor Buni, the Yobe state government remains committed to the sustainable transformation of the livestock.
He revealed that, in line with its broader agenda for agricultural development and economic diversification.
Buni appoints Dr. Bulama as the new program manager for livestock in Yobe
Nigeria Sympathizes with Cuba, Jamaica, Haiti on Devastation of Hurricane Melissa
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Buni appoints Dr. Bulama as the new program manager for livestock in Yobe
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