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NGO Calls on Media to Hold Government Accountable for Exclusion of PWD in Decision Making
NGO Calls on Media to Hold Government Accountable for Exclusion of PWD in Decision Making
By: Michael Mike
A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Gender Strategy Advancement International on Monday called on the media to hold the government accountable for the exclusion in decision-making process, women and people with disabilities.
The Executive Director GSAI, Adaora Sydney-Jack gave made the call at inclusive investigation training on accountability in governance for reporters and editors in Abuja.
The training was organised under the auspices of Gender Accountability and Inclusivity in Nigeria Project, implemented by GSAI and funded by Open Society Initiative for West Africa (OSIWA).
Sydney said journalists must be deliberate about inclusive reportage to shift the narrative and cultivate a culture that values and celebrates inclusion and accountability.
She said: “The media is the partner for democracy and for democracy to thrive; we must have an inclusive society. It is not just the inclusion of women but also the inclusion of PWDs. Right now, I can tell you that there is limited space for women and PWDs from appointments, and palliative distributions among others.
“Journalists must be deliberate about inclusive reportage and must hold the government accountable for lack of inclusion of these classifications of people. It is our duty to begin to ask the questions that matter.
“The burden bearers of insecurity are women. In terms of meditation, reconciliation, and intelligence gatherings, women should be part of that dialogue.”
The Programme Officer, Gender at Inclusive Friends Association, Susan Ihuoma on her part, said women with disabilities face unique challenges due to the double discrimination they often experience based on both gender and disability, noting that “disability inclusion and legal protection is essential to address the challenges.”
The Chairman, Abuja Congress of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Osaretin Osadebamwen also tasked the media to call the government’s attention to issues/policies concerning women and the PWDs that need to be dismantled or improved on.
NGO Calls on Media to Hold Government Accountable for Exclusion of PWD in Decision Making
Troops rescue three abducted victims, recover ammunition in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have rescued three abducted civilians and recovered ammunition during an operation in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 10:00 a.m. on March 30 by troops of 202 Battalion in collaboration with volunteer forces at BOCOBS.
According to the sources, the troops responded to credible intelligence indicating that suspected members of the Islamic State West Africa Province and Boko Haram had abducted three locals in the area.
The sources said the troops made contact with the insurgents and successfully rescued all three victims during the operation.
Items recovered from the scene include one AK-47 rifle magazine loaded with 30 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
The sources added that the rescued victims are safe, while troops have continued to dominate the general area to prevent further incidents.
They said the operation is part of sustained efforts to protect civilians and dismantle terrorist activities across the North-East theatre.
Troops rescue three abducted victims, recover ammunition in Borno
Troops repel terrorist attack in Yobe
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have repelled an attack by suspected members of the Islamic State West Africa Province and Boko Haram on a Forward Operating Base in Yunusari Local Government Area of Yobe State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 10:05 p.m. on March 30 at Forward Operating Base Bukarti.
According to the sources, the terrorists launched an attack on the troops’ position, prompting a fierce engagement during which the troops successfully repelled the assailants.
During the encounter, one soldier sustained injuries and has since been stabilised and is responding to treatment.
The sources added that the attackers carted away a gun truck mounted with a QJC gun, a Civilian Joint Task Force vehicle, two motorcycles, a PKT machine gun and a Baofeng radio.
They said troops have continued to maintain operational presence in the area, while efforts are ongoing to recover the stolen equipment and further degrade the capabilities of the insurgents.
Troops repel terrorist attack in Yobe
CJTF member accidentally shot by colleague in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
A member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) has been injured in an accidental shooting incident in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 3:50 a.m. on March 31 at the location of 162 Amphibious Battalion in Mandara-Girau.
According to the sources, the CJTF member was on duty when he was mistakenly shot in the left leg by a colleague.
The victim was immediately evacuated to the battalion’s medical facility, where he is currently receiving treatment.
Sources said the injured personnel are responding to treatment, while further details surrounding the incident are being awaited.
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