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Senator Lawan attends the 2024 Nigerian Army celebration in Jos

Senator Lawan attends the 2024 Nigerian Army celebration in Jos
By: Yahaya Wakili
The Chairman of the of the Senate Committee on Defense, Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan, Ph.D., GCON, Sardaunan Bade, Yobe North Senatorial District, was deeply honored to attend the Nigerian Army celebration in 2024 in Jos, Plateau State.
This annual event is not only a celebration of our brave soldiers but also a solemn reminder of their immense sacrifices for our nation.
In a statement signed by the President of the Ninth Senate, Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan, which was made available to newsmen in Damaturu, the Yobe state capital,.
Also present at the annual event were the Honourable Minister of Defence, His Excellency Mohammed Badaru, CON, mni, the Minister of State for Defence, His Excellency, Dr Bello Muhammed Matawalle, MON, Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emanuel Ogalla, Chief of Air Staff, and Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar.
Others in attendance included former service chiefs and retired and serving officers of the Nigerian Armed Forces.
Senator Ahmed Lawan revealed that we all used the occasion to appreciate the selfless service of our gallant soldiers who have tirelessly defended our borders, fought against terrorism and insurgency, and responded resolutely to various security challenges.
“Tributes also rolled in for our fallen heroes who paid the ultimate price in the line of duty, sacrificing their lives to ensure our safety.
“The Nigerian Army has a rich history of bravery, professionalism, and patriotism. From its humble beginnings as a small force to its current status as a formidable military establishment, the Army has evolved to become a symbol of strength for our nation,” he said.
According to Senator Ahmed Lawan, this year’s celebration afforded us the opportunity to reflect on the critical role that the Nigerian Army plays in safeguarding our democracy, fostering national unity, and supporting humanitarian efforts.
The Army’s loyalty to our constitution and its commitment to the protection of human rights are, indeed, commendable and serve as a testament to the establishment’s character and integrity.
“As the chairman of the Senate Committee on Defense, I assured the Nigerian Army that the Senate remains a steadfast partner in the ongoing fight against insecurity and the quest for a peaceful and prosperous Nigeria. We are also committed to providing the necessary support and resources to enhance the operational capacity and welfare of our gallant soldiers.
The President of the Ninth Senate, Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan, urged all Nigerians to join in expressing gratitude to the Nigerian Army for their relentless sacrifices and to recommit ourselves to supporting their efforts in maintaining peace and security.
“May the spirit of unity, patriotism, and courage that have always defined and characterized the Nigerian Army continue to guide and inspire us patriotic citizens as we work together to build a better future for our great nation.” He prayed.
Senator Lawan attends the 2024 Nigerian Army celebration in Jos
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DIGITAL RIGHTS: EU, ASF FRANCE SUPPORT FIGHT AGAINST CYBERBULLING IN NIGERIA

DIGITAL RIGHTS: EU, ASF FRANCE SUPPORT FIGHT AGAINST CYBERBULLING IN NIGERIA
By: Michael Mike
Avocats Sans Frontieres (ASF) France with the support from the European Union (EU) in conjunction with the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), through it e- RIGHTS Protect has called for more strength to fight against cyberbulling and digital rights violation in Nigeria.
This was made known at the grand finale of the national inter-school digital rights competition organized by ASF under it E-RIGHTS platform last Tuesday in Abuja.
After a thorough engagement by various schools across the country, four schools from different States and zone were qualified to the final, namely Kano State, Lagos, Imo and FCT.

In the keenly contested competition, the Sonmori Senior Comprehensive High School, Ifako Ijaiye, Lagos State emerged as the winner, followed by FCT, Imo and Kano respectfully. The winner takes home the sum of one million Naira with support also from the eRights project to empower what they are doing in terms of digital literacy.
ASF France, Nigeria County Director, Angela Uwandu Uzoma, explained that, the competitions is more than celebration of talents, but celebration of courage, consciousness and commitment. She said, the occasion is not just to shaping conversation of the students, but to shaping their future.
She further said “The eRights project aims at promoting digital rights, not just for the adults, but also for the children, ensuring that the children are not left behind in this conversation. So children are themselves today participating in putting out empowering videos, messaging to discourage cyberbullying, to say no to cyberbullying because of the attendant effects and the harms that it can cause”

“The Cybercrimes Act, which was recently revised, amended particularly with Section 24, which was amended in 2024, to ensure that the government addresses some of these issues
“The government needs to do more. And we’re seeing that this Act, which ordinarily should protect citizens, to empower them to create a safe space for engagement, ensure that people are able to express themselves freely as guaranteed by the Constitution, including children” she added.
Also, the EU representative at the event, Program Manager, CSO, Human Rights and Youth, Mrs. Wynyfred Achu-Egbuson, believed that, the competition will bring to the understanding of Yong people that they have a responsibility towards not only protecting their rights but also protect the rights of other people who use the digital space.
She further said, the issues surrounding digital rights in Nigeria and other developed countries of the West is dynamic. Therefore, the issues of legislations and regulation towards digital rights is developing, the situation is dynamic and ever changing
DIGITAL RIGHTS: EU, ASF FRANCE SUPPORT FIGHT AGAINST CYBERBULLING IN NIGERIA
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One killed, several injured in farmers-herders clash in Niger

One killed, several injured in farmers-herders clash in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
At least one person killed and several others injured following a clash between Fulani herders and Gwari farmers in Kpowi village, Fuka District, Munya Local Government Area.
Zagazola Makama learnt that the incident, which occurred on June 2 at about 4:30 p.m., was reportedly triggered by a dispute over alleged farm trespass and destruction of crops.
The altercation led to violent confrontations between members of the Fulani and Gwari communities.
Security sources confirmed that six Fulani residents identified as Ahmadu Bature, Dauda Bello, Haruna Umaru, Shuaibu Bature, Bature Bello, and Safiya Auta sustained various degrees of injuries.
Similarly, four Gwari individuals Yusuf Pada, Pius Pada, Dantala Yusuf, and Joshua Mai’anguwa were also injured during the clash.
All the victims were evacuated to the General Hospital in Kaffin-Koro for medical attention. However, Ahmadu Bature was confirmed dead on admission.
The situation has been brought under control following swift intervention by operatives, and leaders of both communities have been invited for a peace dialogue.
One killed, several injured in farmers-herders clash in Niger
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VP Shettima Arrives Abuja Airport En Route Mokwa, Niger State

VP Shettima Arrives Abuja Airport En Route Mokwa, Niger State
By: Our Reporter
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, en route to Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State for an on-the-spot assessment of the flooding that has affected the area.
The Vice President’s visit is aimed at conducting a firsthand evaluation of the flood damage and delivering President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s condolence messages and assurances to families affected by the natural disaster.
Earlier, President Tinubu had issued a statement expressing deep concern over the severe flooding, which has resulted in tragic loss of lives and displacement of families. The President extended heartfelt condolences to affected families and the people of Niger State.
In his statement, President Tinubu announced the immediate activation of the National Emergency Response Centre and confirmed that he had been briefed by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on the scale of the disaster. He assured that search-and-rescue operations are ongoing, with all relevant federal agencies mobilised to support the state government’s efforts.
VP Shettima Arrives Abuja Airport En Route Mokwa, Niger State
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