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NSCDC Partners SFCG In Strengthening Early Warning Response During Conflict.
NSCDC Partners SFCG In Strengthening Early Warning Response During Conflict.
By: Michael Mike
In their collective resolve to upscale efforts to create a more safer and peaceful society for all, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and Search for Common Ground (SFCG) have entered into a partnership with the determination to fashion more proficient ways to respond to conflict situations.
The collaboration which culminated in the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the National headquarters of the NSCDC had the Commandant General of the NSCDC, Abubakar Ahmed Audi PhD, mni, OFR, and the Country Director of the SFCG, Fatima Abubakar Madaki among other stakeholders.
Speaking at the signing of the MoU, the Country Director of SFCG, Fatima Madaki said some of the core areas of the collaboration is the utilization of the NSCDC and SFCG knowledge and expertise as both parties have valuable experience and resources to bring to the table and the management of hate speech, misinformation and rumours especially those related to security issues.
We are particularly excited about our collaboration with the NSCDC team across all the 774 Local Governments and the FCT and are optimistic that through this partnership we will track early warning signs and indicators of conflicts as well as violent conflict and take swift and necessary actions to prevent them from escalating, Madaki added.
She also expressed the commitment of Search for Common Ground to train more personnel of the NSCDC on the Early Warning Early Response mechanism which she explained will equip the personnel with the requisite tools and knowledge needed to effectively respond to conflicts and contribute to peace-building.
In his remarks, the Commandant General NSCDC, Abubakar Ahmed Audi PhD, mni, OFR who was represented by the Deputy Commandant General (DCG) in charge of the Directorate of Administration, DCG Adeyinka Fasiu Ayinla held that the relationship is symbiotic as it will benefit both the Corps and Search for Common Ground but most importantly the Nigerian populace.
The CG stated that the Corps through its Peace and Conflict Resolution Unit has been able to resolve over 16,000 conflicts via the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism, stressing optimism that this will bring about more impetus for better service to the people.
The NSCDC helmsman expressed delight at the training of more personnel of the Corps by SFCG and reiterated his administration’s commitment to training and retraining for enhanced performance.
NSCDC Partners SFCG In Strengthening Early Warning Response During Conflict.
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Damboa LGA of Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a suspected kidnapper in Azir community, Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State.
Sources told Zagazola Malama that the suspect was apprehended at about 5:00 p.m. on March 28 by troops of 25 Brigade and 19 Battalion (Mechanised) deployed at a Forward Operating Base in Azir.
The source disclosed that the suspect was alleged to have been involved in kidnapping activities within the Damboa and Azir general areas.
“During preliminary investigation, the suspect claimed to be a cattle courier operating within Damboa and its environs,” the source said.
He added that one bicycle was recovered from the suspect at the point of arrest.
The suspect and the recovered item are currently in troops’ custody for further investigation and necessary action.
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Damboa LGA of Borno
Troops arrest 58 illegal miners in Edo state
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation MESA have arrested 58 suspected illegal miners at an illegal gold mining site in Ososo general area, Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State.
A security source disclosed that the suspects were apprehended at about 1:00 p.m. on March 28 during a fighting patrol conducted by troops of 195 Battalion (Rear).
According to the source, the troops stormed the mining site and arrested the suspects without resistance.
“The suspects are currently in troops’ custody for further action,” the source said.
He noted that the operation forms part of ongoing efforts to curb illegal mining activities and other criminal enterprises within Edo State and its environs.
Troops arrest 58 illegal miners in Edo state
Army troops arrest two suspected Boko Haram logistics suppliers in borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai, in collaboration with operatives of the Joint Intelligence Fusion Centre (JIFC), have arrested two suspected logistics suppliers to Boko Haram terrorists in Gubio town, Borno State.
A military source disclosed that the suspects, identified as Mal Bunu Gojemi and Zanna Alhaji Mallam, were apprehended at about 11:30 a.m. on Saturday during a joint logistics strangulation operation conducted by troops in the area.
According to the source, the suspects confessed during preliminary interrogation to being long-time suppliers of logistics to the Boko Haram.
Items recovered from them include three mobile phones, a traditional cap, and the sum of N40,000.
“The suspects have since been handed over to operatives of the Joint Intelligence Fusion Centre for further investigation,” the source said.
He added that the operation was carried out without any incident.
The Nigerian Army and other security agencies have continued to intensify operations aimed at cutting off logistics supply chains to insurgents as part of ongoing counter-terrorism efforts in the North-East.
Army troops arrest two suspected Boko Haram logistics suppliers in borno
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Damboa LGA of Borno
Troops arrest 58 illegal miners in Edo state
Army troops arrest two suspected Boko Haram logistics suppliers in borno
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