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NIGERIAN ARMY DI&C HOSTS WORKSHOP TO BOLSTER INSPECTION AND COMPLIANCE STANDARDS
NIGERIAN ARMY DI&C HOSTS WORKSHOP TO BOLSTER INSPECTION AND COMPLIANCE STANDARDS
………Over 1,000 Projects Nationwide Demand Rigorous Monitoring and Compliance, Says COAS
By: Our Reporter
The office of the COAS, Directorate of Inspection and Compliance (DI&C) in partnership with Redhill Systems Ventures has organized a four-day workshop with the theme “Appraisal of the Directorate of Inspection and Compliance Activities 2024: Panacea for Better Future Performance.” The event, scheduled from December 10 to 13, 2024, at the AG Okunola Hall, Army War College Nigeria, Asokoro, Abuja, brought together key stakeholders to reflect on past achievements and challenges, and to chart a path toward improved performance.
In his remarks, the Special Guest of Honour, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General OO Oluyede, who was ably represented by the Chief of Army Standards and Evaluation, Major General OR Aiyenigba, underscored the importance of quality assurance in infrastructural development within the Nigerian Army. “The Nigerian Army has been carrying out extensive infrastructural development across formations, units, and establishments nationwide to improve the working environment, welfare, and efficiency of troops. It is therefore essential for DI&C to ensure all projects are purposely executed to withstand the test of time and deliver high-quality results,” he said.
Speaking further, the COAS highlighted initiatives aimed at enhancing personnel welfare, including the affordable housing ownership scheme for soldiers introduced under the immediate past COAS, Lt Gen TA Lagbaja. He assured participants of ongoing measures to sustain the scheme and plans to secure single-digit interest loans for officers and soldiers. “The Nigerian Army currently has over one thousand ongoing projects nationwide. The sustenance of this drive requires efficient monitoring, and this is where you come in as supervisors, inspectors, and evaluators,” he added.
Lt Gen Oluyede also expressed gratitude to His Excellency, President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, Ahmed Bola Tinubu, for his relentless support and strategic guidance to the Nigerian Army.
Earlier in his welcome address, the Director of DI&C, Major General IM Jallo, highlighted the Directorate’s achievements since its establishment in November 2020. He noted that the Directorate has inspected over 2,000 construction projects and 500 non-construction items in 2024 alone, ensuring compliance and providing critical advisory support to the COAS on infrastructural development.
In his goodwill message, the President of the Chartered Institute of Project Managers of Nigeria, Prince Akin Babalola, emphasized the importance of transparency, adaptability, and leadership in effective project delivery. “As we gather here today, we are reminded that effective project delivery requires more than just technical expertise. It demands a culture of transparency, the capacity to adapt to changing environments, and above all, strong leadership,” he said, urging participants to actively engage in discussions and deliberations.
The workshop featured six thought-provoking lectures delivered by seasoned guest speakers, presentation of souvenirs, and a group photograph to mark the occasion.
NIGERIAN ARMY DI&C HOSTS WORKSHOP TO BOLSTER INSPECTION AND COMPLIANCE STANDARDS
KOGI YOUTHS CALL ANTI-AKPOTI-UDUAGHAN’S CAMPAIGNERS ENEMIES OF DEMOCRACY
· URGE NIGERIANS TO IGNORE ODODO, FANWO
· MOVE TO PREVENT KOGI CENTRAL SENATOR’S FOES FROM COMMITTING SUICIDE
By: Michael Mike
Youths in Kogi Central on Friday pounced on the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Mr Kingsley Fanwo.
‘’The comments made by Kingsley Fanwo are offensive, bigoted and disgusting’’
They also described Governor Ododo as ‘’a man who can’t stand on his own feet without crutches.
‘‘Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and Yahaya Adoza Bello ought to know that in a contest at the grassroots level, they have not the ghost of a chance to win in Kogi Central’’
The youths in a statement in Okene advised Fanwo to tame his appetite for falsehood against Akpoti-Uduaghan.
‘’Kogi Central constituents represent a variety of viewpoints and temperaments. The home coming of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan shows how faithful the Kogi Central people are to the true spirit of democracy and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’’.
The statement issued by Kogi Central Youth Forum Chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Jato scolded Fanwo for penciling a chit to the public, insulting civilization and presenting a shrouded and remote figure at the peak of an unintelligent bureaucracy as a responsible person.
‘’Nothing is more important for a politician than to command the necessary abundance of understanding and loyalty on the part of the people’’
They described the Ododo government as a model of poor administration.
‘’Kingsley Fanwo’s comments on Akpoti-Uduaghan are distasteful and provocative. The APC leaders in Kogi State are officious people. They need to imbibe the values and ideals of civilization and democracy’’.
Specifically, the youths applauded the Kogi Central senator for her patriotism, leadership style and tactful politesse.
‘’The senate president is not a person. It is an institution. Senator Godswill Akpabio should not jeopardize the institution’’
They denounced the absurd idea that Akpoti-Uduaghan’s home coming was to create crisis in the state.
The youths added that the future of Nigeria, particularly Kogi State lay with politicians who realized that the people are more interested in government than politics.
‘’We urge the public not to pay attention to what the Commissioner for Information and Communication is saying’’
The statement stressed Akpoti-Uduaghan’s simplicity, personal charm, courage and bubbling nature.
‘’Our task is to prevent those behind Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension and recall from committing suicide’’
KOGI YOUTHS CALL ANTI-AKPOTI-UDUAGHAN’S CAMPAIGNERS ENEMIES OF DEMOCRACY
Six Arrested as Farmers, Herders Clash in Adamawa
By: Zagazola Makama
The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested six suspects following a clash between farmers and herders in Waduku, Lamurde Local Government Area, which resulted in injuries to a villager and 11 cattle.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. on April 2 when some herders allegedly trespassed into a rice farm and caused damage to the crops.
In retaliation, angry youths from the village attacked the herders, injuring their cattle and wounding one person identified as Righteous Boti from Nzumoso Village.
Security personnel visited the scene and held an emergency meeting with local stakeholders to prevent further escalation of violence.
The arrested suspects include Rabo Buba, 31; Ahmadu Adamu, 20; Stephen Pwagwadi, 17; Shadrach Simon, 19; Lot Gad, 20; and Righteous Boti, 27.
The injured individuals received treatment at the Tingno Primary Health Care Clinic and have since been discharged.
Six Arrested as Farmers, Herders Clash in Adamawa
Suspected Thief Dies After Being Beaten by Man O’ War officer, in FCT
By: Zagazola Makama
A suspected thief in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has died after being beaten by a security officer following his apprehension on April 2.
A Police sources said that a distress call was received at Karu Division about a suspected thief seen around Supreme Quarters in Karu at approximately 1:00 p.m.
The suspect was approached by security personnel who believed him to be involved in theft. When questioned, the suspect attempted to flee but was quickly chased and apprehended by civilian security personnel.
Kola Oba, a Man O’ War officer, then reportedly took the suspect into custody and subjected him to severe physical abuse. The suspect later succumbed to the injuries sustained during the beating and passed away.
The sources said that the Police detectives were dispatched to the scene, and photographs were taken. The body was subsequently transported to the hospital mortuary for preservation.
The suspect’s identity remains unknown, and efforts are underway to locate his family. The officer involved has been arrested.
Suspected Thief Dies After Being Beaten by Man O’ War officer, in FCT
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