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NIMASA Boss donates relief items IDPs in northeast
NIMASA Boss donates relief items IDPs in northeast
By: James Bwala
As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), the Director -General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr. Bashir Jamoh on Tuesday donated relief items to northeastern states affected by the insurgency.
The items donated are covid-19 Personal Protection Equipments, PPEs and other Rapid testing kits worth millions of naira to Borno, Yobe and Gombe states.
Flagging off the handing over of the items for onward distribution to beneficiaries, especially Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs at the warehouse, Ministry of Poverty Alleviation in Maiduguri, Governor Babagana Umara Zulum thanked NIMASA for complimenting efforts of the state government towards managing the over 12 years crisis in Borno.
The Governor who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Professor Isa Hussaini Marte recalled that NIMASA has since sponsored quite a number of Borno students who are currently undergoing studies at various institutions in India and Greece.
He added that this gesture is timely, in view of the massive reconstruction, rehabilitation and resettlement of IDPs back to their liberated communities by the present administration.
“On behalf of the Government and the people of Borno State, we commend the DG of NIMASA and his team for their unflinching support to our IDPs.
“This is not the first time NIMASA is supporting the present administration, it has since sponsored quite a number of Borno students who are currently undergoing studies at various institutions in India and Greece, we are very grateful indeed.” Zulum said.
He promised that the items donated would be distributed judiciously for the benefit of humanity.
Introducing the NIMASA team who were in Maiduguri for the official handing over, the Commissioner of Intergovernmental Affairs and Special Duties, Engr Kabir Wanori, acknowledged the cordial working relationship that exists between his ministry and NIMASA, which he noted, have brought about more development in the state.
In his address, the DG NIMASA, who was represented by the Executive Director Operations of the Agency, Shehu Ahmed said, NIMASA under the leadership.of Dr. Bashir Jamoh has decided to donate Small and Medium Scale, SME machines, relief materials to IDPs, Educational materials to Primary and Post Primary Institutions as well as Covid -19 PPEs and Test Kits to Borno, Yobe and Gombe states as part of its CSR and to compliment the efforts of the benefitting state governments.
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“We are here to witness the flag off and handing over of multi million naira SME relief materials donated by NIMASA to Borno, Yobe and Gombe states.
“In Borno state, our DG has directed me to hand over some assorted numbers of grinding, sewing, vulcanizing, water surface and welding machines as part of SME interventions for our IDPs. Others include; Tricycles, motorcycles, generator sets, hairdressing/ clippers and accessories.
“We are also handing over bags of rice, sugar, maize, millet, beans, cartons of maggi, spaghetti and other condiments as relief items.
“Others include Covid -19 PPEs and Rapid Test Kits, detergents, mosquito nets for our health workers and teaching materials such as desktop HP computers, textbooks, white/green Boards and many instructional materials to our Primary and Secondary Schools across the state.
“I want to inform you that similar items are to be handed over to Governments of Yobe and Gombe state respectively.” He said.
NIMASA Boss donates relief items IDPs in northeast
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.
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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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