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Nigeria to Host Young Diplomats Conference

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Nigeria to Host Young Diplomats Conference

By: Michael Mike

Nigeria is set to host the inaugural Africa Young Diplomats and Changemakers Conference on the continent.

The country intention was made known after the successful participation of Nigerian delegate at the Best Diplomat Conference held in Turkey between March 1-4, 2024

The Best Diplomat Conference brought together young leaders and professionals from around the world to discuss pressing global issues through diplomatic relations and simulations. A delegation of young Nigerians played a pivotal role in the conference’s success.

Speaking on the conference, Diplomat Valentina Ofi Amiebi-Uchegbu, a member of the Nigerian delegation, said: “Our participation alongside delegates from various African nations was significant,” adding that: “We shared experiences and insights, emphasizing the challenges facing the Middle East as a central agenda.”

She noted that the conference culminated in the creation of “Africa Young Diplomats and Changemakers,” a platform designed to equip young Africans with the skills and knowledge to navigate diplomacy and foster cross-cultural understanding.

“Africa Young Diplomats and Changemakers is tailored for African youths aspiring to become changemakers and diplomats,” explained Amiebi-Uchegbu.

She added that: “It offers transformative opportunities for collaboration and innovation, addressing shared challenges across the continent.”

She revealed that the Nigerian delegation is now setting its sights on hosting the inaugural Africa Young Diplomats and Changemakers Conference on the continent.

She said: “We intend to seize upon this opportunity to secure a consultative status with the African Union (AU) and pertinent Regional Bodies,” adding that: “We look forward to elaborating on our plans and strategies to realize this important endeavor.”

In his assessment of the impact of the conference in Turkey, Pilate Seluka, Diplomat from Malawi and Simulation Representative of Botswana, said: “The sight of one of our own young man swiping the prestigious title; Best Diplomat was incredible!!! Young and passionate African Leaders are rising & prepositioning to prepare the continent for the 22nd century. Africa is the future of the world.”

In her view, Mrs Valentina Ofi Amiebi-Uchegbu, Diplomat of Nigeria and Simulation Representative of SHELL PLC, says, “The experience at Best Diplomats Conference left me with the belief that we can collaborate better in solving various challenges across the Continent of Africa.

“The preparation before the conference and the simulation during the conference was well managed by the organisers.

“Representatives of countries came together to discuss possible solutions and arrive at a common way forward on the highlighted issue/case study.

“This we achieved successfully which resulted in friendships formed due to the meeting of like minds.

“I look forward to participating in future conferences.”

On her part, Ihunda Eucharia Kejeh
Diplomat of Nigeria and Simulation Representative of Georgia, is more than excited. She said: “The biggest Learning from the Best Diplomats Conference was how exposed and learned we are as Africans, our attention to detail and the true advocation for peace, safety and unity for all is what gives us a common goal. – Tatenda Mushaike, Diplomat of Zimbabwe simulating Zambia

“When I set out to attend the Best Diplomats Simulation at Istanbul Turkiye, I didn’t know what to expect and no it wasn’t exactly zero expectations, it was my anticipation, the thought of being a part of something as big as the United Nations was exhilarating.

“The Best Diplomats Simulation, was indeed Diplomacy Beyond Barriers. Meeting people from all over the world, working together and sharing ideas irrespective of our cultural diversity was a Beauty to behold.”

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VP Shettima commissions Borno’s 375 tractors refurbished by NASENI

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VP Shettima commissions Borno’s 375 tractors refurbished by NASENI

… 351 farm implements delivered by Zulum, commissioned

By: Our Reporter

Vice President Kashim Shettima has commissioned the 375 tractors belonging to Borno State Government which have been fully refurbished by the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) under the National Assets Recovery, Refurbishment and Redeployment Project (Asset Restore Project).

The event was held on Sunday at the Borno State Agricultural Mechanisation Authority (BOSAMA) headquarters in Maiduguri.

VP Shettima commended Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, stating, “My greatest commendation to the Governor of Borno State for his commitment to providing leadership in the state.”

Vice President Shettima also praised NASENI for its commitment to enhancing Nigeria’s agricultural productivity through innovative infrastructure support under its asset restoration programme.

“We have seen NASENI at work, playing critical roles in our interventions in compressed natural gas (CNG) retrofitting, renewable energy technologies, and agricultural mechanisation. We are reminded more than ever that we can’t create durable Nigerian solutions to Nigerian problems unless we localise global technologies and relevant agencies must be supported to point us towards a stable nation and a promising future,” the Vice President said.

Speaking earlier, Governor Zulum acknowledged the Vice President’s numerous interventions in the agricultural mechanisation of Borno during his tenure as Governor of Borno State from 2011 to 2019.

He said, “Let me bring to the kind notice of this gathering that these tractors were procured by my predecessor, Senator Kashim Shettima, when he was the Governor of Borno State. He procured 1000 tractors and their implements.”

The Governor added, “He did not stop at that, but he also procured 250 units each of groundnut diggers, fertiliser broadcasters, rotovators, bailers and 25 units of combined harvesters. At a time when it would have been politically safe to focus only on short-term interventions, he chose instead to make a long-term investment in the future of our people.”

Speaking separately, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari and the Vice Chairman/CEO of NASENI, Khali Sulieman Halilu, commended Governor Babagana Umara Zulum for the leadership he has provided.

… 351 farm implements delivered by Zulum, commissioned

Meanwhile, Vice President Kashim Shettima also commissioned 351 units of implements procured by the administration of Professor Babagana Umara Zulum.

The implements according to Borno State Commissioner for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Engr Bawu Musami, comprise 121 units of disc ploughs, 180 units of disc harrows, grain threshers, rotary slashers and 6-cubic-meter diesel tankers.

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Three bandits killed, one arrested alive by security forces in Zamfara

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By: Zagazola Makama

Atleast three suspected armed bandits were killed while one arrested and two motorcycles recovered during an ambush by local vigilante operatives attached to the troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA in Maru Local Government Area of the state.

Zagazola Makama gathered from reliable sources that the incident occurred on June 6 at about 3:00 p.m. when four suspected bandits riding on two motorcycles were intercepted by members of the local vigilante group, known as Yansakai, while moving between Yan Mangwarora, Mallamawa, and Kurar Mota villages, all in Dansadau District of Maru LGA.

The sources said that the vigilantes engaged the suspects in a confrontation, leading to the neutralisation of three of them, arrest of one, and recovery of two motorcycles used by the bandits.

The arrested bandits was handed over to the police while the corpses of the slain bandits were deposited at General
Hospital, Dansadau.

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Zulum donates N100m to wounded soldiers; families of fallen heroes

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Zulum donates N100m to wounded soldiers; families of fallen heroes

By: Michael Mike

Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum has donated N100 million to aid the families of slain soldiers and those wounded in the ongoing fight against insurgency in the northeast region.

The donation was made on Saturday at an Eid El-Kabir Sallah luncheon hosted jointly by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, and the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, held at Maimalari Barracks in Maiduguri.

Zulum, while presenting a cheque of N100 million to the Theatre Commander of Operation Hadin Kai, Major General Abdussalam Abubakar, stated that each of the soldiers wounded in action would be given N500,000, while the remaining amount would be distributed among families left by the soldiers killed in action in the ongoing fight against insurgency.

The presentation of the cheque was witnessed by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar and the Force Commander, Multi-National Joint Task Force (MNJTF), Major General Godwin Mutkut.

Other prominent personalities present include a member of the House of Representatives, Engr. Bukar Talba, Secretary to Borno State Government, Alhaji Bukar Tijani, Head of Service, Dr Muhammad Ghuluze, Ag Chief of Staff, Dr Babagana Mallumbe, Borno APC Chairman, Hon. Bello Ayuba, among many senior government officials.

Zulum commended the resilience and patriotism of the Nigerian Armed Forces, emphasising that their sacrifices should never be forgotten. He said: “Your commitment on the frontlines, often under extreme conditions and far from your families, is not lost on us. We remain eternally grateful for your service and will never take your sacrifices for granted.”

The Governor also assured the military leadership of his continued support, stating that: “Borno State will continue to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the Nigerian Army and all security agencies in the fight against insurgency and rebuilding our communities for a peaceful and prosperous future.”

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