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Nigeria’s Romance with BRICS Creates Room for Stronger Relationship with Russia, Says Envoy
Nigeria’s Romance with BRICS Creates Room for Stronger Relationship with Russia, Says Envoy
By: Michael Mike
The Russian Federation has eulogized the role played by Nigeria in the United Nations establishment of the resolution demonizing nazism.
He added that Nigeria’s recent romance with BRICS has created room for development of stronger relationship with the Russian Federation
Russian Ambassador to Nigeria, Amb. Andrey Podyolyshev, speaking to journalists in Abuja during the photo exhibition organized by the Russian Embassy to commemorate the Victory of the Soviet People in the Great Patriotic War (1941-1945).
The Great Patriotic War was the war fought by the Soviet Union who entered the World War two year after the war started in 1939, it was mostly fought against the Nazis in Eastern Europe and witnessed the largest, deadliest and most devastating conflict in human history that claimed lives of tens of millions of people.
The photo exhibition centered on solemn remembrance of victims of the Second World War, commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany, knowledge sharing about dangers that surround the Second World War and the Great Patriotic War.
Podyolyshev said: “I love to thank Nigeria for the support of Russia side in the UN’s waiting for the resolution in combating glorification of nazism.
“During the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly in New York, where the resolution held on combating glorification of nazism and practices that contributed to contemporary forms of racism, discrimination, xenophobia and intolerance, Nigeria voted to support this resolution.
“We really appreciate the cooperation from Nigeria and we will cooperate with Nigeria on the international front, especially at the level of the United Nations.
“Recently, Nigeria became a partner of BRICS and I am sure that our prospects for cooperation are just enriching.”
“Of course, bilateral context are on different issues throughout the world and it is very important for our cooperation to further improve.”
On issues about security, Podyolyshev underscored the need for constant dialogue about international security concerns of regions around Russia, around Nigeria and other parts of the world.
He reiterated the need for nations to work closely together in tackling global challenges as means to ensure sustainable solution to issues about economic crunch and insecurity.
“Russia approach towards promoting multipolaisation, as means to tackling global challenges has not changed. We will ensure that the future is multipolar
“The multiplolar world and the rights of the different countries to unite for a common interest is the main focus of our President.
“Naturally, the future world order is supposed to be constructed on these concern of the interest of different countries in multipolar world.
“African continent is virtually one of this polar genuine culture and policy, and historically pursuing its own interest in the world.
“We see this cooperation of African powers among others, Nigeria especially as one of the main priority of our foreign policy,” the ambassador stated.
The Great Patriotic War started from 1941 and ended 1945 resulting in the establishment of the United Nations through active participation of the USSR that bolstered new global system to prevent future wars and protect dignity of nations.
Nigeria’s Romance with BRICS Creates Room for Stronger Relationship with Russia, Says Envoy
Bandits kill two, abduct woman in Chikun, Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Suspected bandits have killed two persons, injured one and abducted a woman during an attack on Rimi Kamazo community in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Zagazola report that the incident occurred on Dec. 28 at about 11:50 a.m. when an unspecified number of armed bandits invaded the community, firing sporadically and causing panic among residents.
Victims of the attack were identified as Zainab Amos Bagoro, 55, and Aminu Amos Bagoro, 25, who were shot and fatally injured. Another victim, Gayus Amos Bagoro, sustained gunshot injuries and is currently receiving treatment.
The attackers also abducted Justina Abednego, 25, and took her to an unknown destination.
Sources said security operatives received information about the attack at about 2:00 a.m. on Dec. 29 and immediately mobilised to the area in collaboration with other security agencies.
The injured victims were rushed to hospital for medical attention, where the two critically injured persons were confirmed dead, while the surviving victim is receiving treatment at St. Gerald Hospital, Kakuri, Kaduna.
The corpses of the deceased were deposited at the hospital morgue for autopsy.
Security forces have intensified efforts to rescue the abducted woman and track down the perpetrators, while investigations into the incident have commenced.
Bandits kill two, abduct woman in Chikun, Kaduna
Mob sets NSCDC office ablaze, kills three suspects in Kano
By: Zagazola Makama
Atleast three suspected motorcycle thieves were killed by a mob while the office of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) was raised in Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area of the state.
Zagazola Makama learnt that the incident occurred at about 9:00 p.m. on Dec. 28 at the Danmaje Quarters Divisional Office of the NSCDC in Dawakin Kudu.
According to sources , personnel of the NSCDC attached to the office had earlier arrested three suspects over alleged motorcycle theft.
The source said that following the arrest, angry youths armed with dangerous weapons mobilised in large numbers and stormed the NSCDC office, demanding that the suspects be released to them for lynching.
“They overpowered the NSCDC personnel, chased them out of the office and set both the office and the suspects ablaze,” the source said.
Sources said the scene was later visited by security operatives, while the victims were rushed to the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, where they were certified dead by medical personnel.
The corpses were subsequently deposited at the hospital’s morgue.
Mob sets NSCDC office ablaze, kills three suspects in Kano
NESREA Shuts Sunseed Oil Facility in Zaria Over Air Pollution Violations
By: Michael Mike
The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has ordered the closure of the Sunseed Oil processing plant in Zaria, Kaduna State, following findings of severe air pollution linked to the facility’s operations.
NESREA said the action was taken after investigations confirmed that the plant was emitting harmful pollutants into the atmosphere in breach of the National Environmental (Air Quality Control) Regulations.
The regulations require industries to install effective pollution control systems and adopt cleaner production methods to minimize environmental and health risks.
A statement by the agency’s spokesperson, Nwamaka Ejiofor on Tuesday, said the level of emissions from the Sunseed Oil facility posed a direct threat to the surrounding environment and residents in nearby communities, prompting immediate intervention to halt further damage.
She noted that the enforcement exercise reflects the agency’s resolve to ensure that industrial operators comply with environmental standards and to protect the public from the dangers associated with uncontrolled industrial emissions and effluents.
Commenting on the development, the Director-General of NESREA, Prof. Innocent Barikor, warned companies operating across the country to adhere strictly to national environmental laws.
He stressed that the agency would continue to take decisive action against facilities whose operations endanger public health or degrade the environment.
NESREA reiterated its commitment to regular monitoring and enforcement, noting that environmental protection remains a critical component of sustainable development in Nigeria.
NESREA Shuts Sunseed Oil Facility in Zaria Over Air Pollution Violations
Bandits kill two, abduct woman in Chikun, Kaduna
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