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Situation Room to be Established at IPCR to Deescalate Crisis in Nigeria
Situation Room to be Established at IPCR to Deescalate Crisis in Nigeria
By: Michael Mike
A National Conflict Early Warning Early Response Situation Room is to be launched at the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) to prevent and address crisis from escalating.
Director General of IPCR, Dr Joseph Ochogwu announced this on Friday while briefing newsmen on the National Engagement and launch of Early Warning Early (EWER) Response organised by Peace Action for Rapid and Transformative Nigeria Early Response (PARTNER) on Friday in Abuja.
Ochogwu said the Situation Room will serve as a centralised hub for collecting and analysing data related to potential conflict hotspots throughout the country.
He said: “By utiliing advanced technology and data analytics, we aim to identify emerging threats and provide timely responses to prevent escalation.
“The Early Warning and Early Response Situation Room will not only help in identifying potential conflicts before they escalate but also facilitate quick and coordinated responses among relevant stakeholders,”he said.
The DG also noted that the Situation Room staff have also been equipped with the capacity to manage the EWSR effectively that is ready to be launched on October 29.
the Chief of Party PARTNER, Mercy Corps Mr Danjuma Dawop, said that the establishment of this Situation Room is crucial for Nigeria, a country that has faced multiple challenges related to ethnic and communal tensions, insurgency, and violence.
“So far we’ve seen that effective early warning and early response has prevented conflict escalation and mitigated violence extremism across Nigeria,”he said.
He added that the situation room aligns with global best practices in peacebuilding and conflict resolution, and it is hoped that this proactive approach will significantly contribute to sustainable peace in Nigeria.
Situation Room to be Established at IPCR to Deescalate Crisis in Nigeria
Operative dies in accidental discharge in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
An operative attached to a security unit in Niger State has died following an accidental discharge of a rifle at his duty post in Shiroro Local Government Area.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 10:00 p.m. on Feb. 16 when the operative, identified as Abubakar Iliya, 35, who was attached to a special hunters unit stationed at Galadiman-Kogo, reportedly fell from a sentry post.
During the fall, his cocked rifle disengaged and discharged, striking him in the abdomen and causing fatal injuries.
His remains were later evacuated by his unit for burial in accordance with customary rites.
Operative dies in accidental discharge in Niger
Boat mishap leaves passengers missing in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
A canoe conveying seven passengers capsized while in transit between Jata and Kami Village in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, leaving several persons missing.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 7:00 p.m. on Feb. 16 when the canoe, carrying six females and one male passenger, overturned during the journey.
The passengers were identified as Mustapher Yakubu; Sahura Yakubu and her child; Zarifa Yakubu; Mommy Yakubu; Lizatu Yakubu; Zaratu Yusuf; and Sumaiya Ibrahim, all from Jata/Bmagara via Kami Village.
Rescue teams, including police and local divers, were immediately mobilised to the scene. The boat driver and his conductor were rescued alive, while search efforts are ongoing to locate the remaining passengers.
Authorities said further updates would be provided as rescue operations continue.
Boat mishap leaves passengers missing in Niger
Armed bandits attack Konkoso Village, kill two in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits have killed two people and razed homes during an attack on Konkoso Village in Niger State, security sources said.
According to sources, the incident occurred at about 9:30 a.m. on Feb. 17 when a large group of bandits invaded the village, shot two residents whose identities are yet to be confirmed, and set several houses on fire.
The attackers also looted shops and carted away food items before leaving Konkoso Village and moving toward Pissa Village in Pissa District.
Authorities said efforts are ongoing to track the bandits and apprehend those responsible for the attack.
Armed bandits attack Konkoso Village, kill two in Niger
Operative dies in accidental discharge in Niger
Boat mishap leaves passengers missing in Niger
Armed bandits attack Konkoso Village, kill two in Niger
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