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NGO, Coca-Cola partners to provide clean water to 14,000 people in Borno
NGO, Coca-Cola partners to provide clean water to 14,000 people in Borno
By: Ladi Jossy
A non-governmental organisation, WaterAid Nigeria in collaboration with The Coca-Cola Foundation(TCCF) has reiterated its commitment to improving clean and accessible water to not fewer than 14,000 people across four communities in the Borno State.
Our Correspondent gather that according to the 2021 Water, Sanitation and Hygiene National Outcome Routine Mapping Survey ( WASH NORMS), 76% of people living in Borno State drink contaminated water, while 93% lack access to basic hygiene services. Adding that only 14% of schools and 12% of healthcare centres in the state have basic water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities.
Country Director of WaterAid Nigeria, Evelyn Mere started this during the launching of the project titled “Strengthening Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Service Delivery in Borno State,(S-WASH) held in Maiduguri yesterday.
She maintained that the S-WASH project plans to construct and rehabilitate four water schemes and it would support economic empowerment activities for women and youth.
” The interventions aim to reach at least 14,000 people directly in Pompomari, Jiddari Polo, Shehu and Gomanri communities in Borno State, with improved water supply services and hygiene promotion.
“Water, sanitation, and hygiene services are critical for upholding human dignity and well-being. These services are critical to lifting people out of poverty, unlocking their potential, and supporting them to realise their full rights. We must ensure they are available to everyone, everywhere and no one is left behind,” she disclosed.
In her remarks, President of the Coca-Cola Foundation, Saadia Madsbjerb represented by the Northern Regional Manager Corporate Services, Aminu Mohammed said due to protracted insurgency and humanitarian crisis in Borno State has put a strain on the state resources and capacity to deliver basic service.
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“Water security is a top priority at the Coca-Cola Foundation. We are therefore committed to supporting as many initiatively as we can that will reduce water challenges in Africa as well as enhance water resilience and improve healthy watersheds in the community.
“We are proud of the collaboration we have (GETE) and WaterAid, who bring their expertise to bear and through who we are to positively impact these 14,000 beneficiaries in Borno, Nigeria,” Aminu said.
The State Commissioner of Water Resources, Tijjani Alkali Goni said the state government would continue to partner with NGOs in other to complement the efforts of the state government.
Tijjani expressed his appreciation to the TCCF for their generosity to fund the project, while assuring that the ministry of water resources under his watch would provide the necessary assistance to ensure the project achieves its goals.
The representatives of the Gomanri community Abubakar Lawan Shuwa thanked WaterAid and TCCF for their gestures, saying the intervention is timely.
NGO, Coca-Cola partners to provide clean water to 14,000 people in Borno
FG Declares Public Holiday on June 12 to Mark Democracy Day
By: Michael Mike
The Federal Government has declared Thursday, 12th June, 2025 as Public Holiday to commemorate this year’s democracy day celebration.
The Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, congratulated Nigerians on this occasion of 26 years of an uninterrupted civil rule.
He said: “June 12 represents our historic journey to building a nation where truth and justice reign and peace is sustained and our future assured.
“The last 26 years tells the story of our resilience, strength and courage and a hope Renewed than ever.”
The Minister while noting that Democracy is sustained with open doors for further improvement, reiterated the commitment of the Renewed Hope government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) to the universal value of democracy that is based on freely-expressed will of the people in determining Nigeria’s political, economic, social and cultural systems.
FG Declares Public Holiday on June 12 to Mark Democracy Day
Chieftaincy dispute causes chaos in Muye village in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
A renewed chieftaincy tussle in Muye village, Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State, has sparked violent confrontations between rival supporters, prompting swift intervention by security operatives.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the crisis began around 6:20 p.m. on Thursday when the deposed village head, Alhaji Mohammed Abdulkadir Maigari II, forcefully returned to Muye and broke into the palace.
The incident provoked tension among residents, especially after supporters of the current Dakachi confronted the deposed monarch. The situation was immediately brought under control by a team of security personnel from Lapai.
However, Zagazola learnt that the situation escalated on Friday morning when supporters of both camps clashed again, leading to a free-for-all fight that disrupted public peace in the community.
Security sources were swiftly deployed to Muye to restore normalcy.
“The combined security teams have brought the situation under control. Monitoring and surveillance operations are ongoing to prevent further breakdown of law and order,” the source said.
No casualties or arrests have been officially confirmed as of the time of filing this report.
Chieftaincy dispute causes chaos in Muye village in Niger
Eid-el-Kabir: IPCR Calls on Nigerians to Peace, Harmony
By: Michael Mike
Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has called on Nigerians to promote peace and harmony in their communities, recognizing that peace is essential to national development and progress.
The advice was given by the Director General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR), Dr. Joseph Ochogwu, in his message on Eid-el-Kabir.
The Institute, while extending warm greetings to Nigerians, wished them a joyous and peaceful celebration, marked by love, compassion, and unity.
The Institute while noting that Sallah is a significant occasion in the Islamic calendar, symbolizing the values of sacrifice, gratitude, and community, emphasized that the spirit of Sallah should guide Nigerians in their interactions with one another, fostering a culture of peace, tolerance, and understanding.
The IPCR urged Nigerians to promote peace and harmony in their communities, recognizing that peace is essential to national development and progress, while
encouraging individuals to embrace the values of Sallah, including forgiveness, empathy, and kindness, in their daily lives.
According to IPCR, peace is critical to promoting national stability and cohesion.
The Institute also urged Nigerians to use this period of Sallah celebration to address conflicts and promote dialogue, which could help to build trust and understanding among Nigerians and also contribute to a more peaceful society.
It recognized that the country’s many ethnic and religious groups can work together to build a more harmonious society, celebrating their differences and promoting a culture of tolerance.
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