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Sudan seeks implementation of signed agreement in Jeddah
Sudan seeks implementation of signed agreement in Jeddah
By: Michael Mike
The Government of Sudan has reiterated the call for the implementation of a signed declaration between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) which was held in Jeddah, to bolster peace.
Dr Gebriel Ibrahim, Minister of Finance and Economic Planning of Sudan, made the call on Wednesday in Abuja, while briefing newsmen on the war situation in the country.
Ibrahim spoke in view of the 2024 African Caucus Meeting of Governors of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group (WBG) held between Aug. 1 and Aug. 3.
The Caucus was established in 1963 to strengthen Africa’s voice through Ministers of Finance and Governors of the Central Bank or officials designated as such by the governments of African countries.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the signed declaration between SAF and RSF seeks to guide the conduct of SAF and RSF to ease humanitarian assistance and restore essential services such as electricity and water, among other things.
The declaration was requested by the SAF and RSF during pre-negotiation talks mediated by the U.S. and Saudi Arabia to emphasise the agreement reached to help civilians suffering in the war.
Ibrahim said, “The U.S. recently proposed a meeting between the SAF and RSF in Switzerland in September, but they forgot we already held one in Jeddah and signed the declaration on May 11, 2023.
“So, we are telling them that instead of calling for new talks, why not implement the Jeddah Declaration signed by both RSF and SAF?
“Then, we can start talking about peace if that is what the U.S. wants to do; not to give the RSF legitimacy to be part of the political and military scene in the future.”
The minister decried the effect of the war which had lingered for more than 15 months, noting that it had hindered trade operations and other economic activities across the country.
“Although the war has lingered, the country still possesses an agricultural potential that could provide food security in Africa through adequate investment.”
According to him, Sudan’s agricultural potential is one of the biggest in Africa, as the country is the first food basket of the continent with a large population and hybrid of religion.
Ibrahim said, “We have to plan for our food security, and if Africa wants to boost its food production, it has to invest in Sudan, among other countries.
“Of course, Sudan has a comparative advantage in food production. Sudan is also rich in solid minerals as the country is strategically positioned on the Red Sea.
“All of us know that international trade now moves from East to West, even for Nigeria importing goods from China, it is faster and cost-effective to import goods from the Red Sea.
“So, we need infrastructure, roads and railways that make the connection between the conduit of the Red Sea and African countries possible and fast,” he said.
He recounted Sudan’s trade ties with Nigeria, saying that plans were on to further strengthen the cooperation between both countries.
Ibrahim decried Sudan’s political instability as having resulted in the displacement of no fewer than 10 million people in Khartoum.
“Some have to find refuge in Nigeria,” he added.
He further said that strategic measures had been taken to revive the economic base of the country to restore what was lost during the war.
Sudan seeks implementation of signed agreement in Jeddah
KOGI YOUTHS CALL ANTI-AKPOTI-UDUAGHAN’S CAMPAIGNERS ENEMIES OF DEMOCRACY
· URGE NIGERIANS TO IGNORE ODODO, FANWO
· MOVE TO PREVENT KOGI CENTRAL SENATOR’S FOES FROM COMMITTING SUICIDE
By: Michael Mike
Youths in Kogi Central on Friday pounced on the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Mr Kingsley Fanwo.
‘’The comments made by Kingsley Fanwo are offensive, bigoted and disgusting’’
They also described Governor Ododo as ‘’a man who can’t stand on his own feet without crutches.
‘‘Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and Yahaya Adoza Bello ought to know that in a contest at the grassroots level, they have not the ghost of a chance to win in Kogi Central’’
The youths in a statement in Okene advised Fanwo to tame his appetite for falsehood against Akpoti-Uduaghan.
‘’Kogi Central constituents represent a variety of viewpoints and temperaments. The home coming of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan shows how faithful the Kogi Central people are to the true spirit of democracy and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’’.
The statement issued by Kogi Central Youth Forum Chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Jato scolded Fanwo for penciling a chit to the public, insulting civilization and presenting a shrouded and remote figure at the peak of an unintelligent bureaucracy as a responsible person.
‘’Nothing is more important for a politician than to command the necessary abundance of understanding and loyalty on the part of the people’’
They described the Ododo government as a model of poor administration.
‘’Kingsley Fanwo’s comments on Akpoti-Uduaghan are distasteful and provocative. The APC leaders in Kogi State are officious people. They need to imbibe the values and ideals of civilization and democracy’’.
Specifically, the youths applauded the Kogi Central senator for her patriotism, leadership style and tactful politesse.
‘’The senate president is not a person. It is an institution. Senator Godswill Akpabio should not jeopardize the institution’’
They denounced the absurd idea that Akpoti-Uduaghan’s home coming was to create crisis in the state.
The youths added that the future of Nigeria, particularly Kogi State lay with politicians who realized that the people are more interested in government than politics.
‘’We urge the public not to pay attention to what the Commissioner for Information and Communication is saying’’
The statement stressed Akpoti-Uduaghan’s simplicity, personal charm, courage and bubbling nature.
‘’Our task is to prevent those behind Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension and recall from committing suicide’’
KOGI YOUTHS CALL ANTI-AKPOTI-UDUAGHAN’S CAMPAIGNERS ENEMIES OF DEMOCRACY
Six Arrested as Farmers, Herders Clash in Adamawa
By: Zagazola Makama
The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested six suspects following a clash between farmers and herders in Waduku, Lamurde Local Government Area, which resulted in injuries to a villager and 11 cattle.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. on April 2 when some herders allegedly trespassed into a rice farm and caused damage to the crops.
In retaliation, angry youths from the village attacked the herders, injuring their cattle and wounding one person identified as Righteous Boti from Nzumoso Village.
Security personnel visited the scene and held an emergency meeting with local stakeholders to prevent further escalation of violence.
The arrested suspects include Rabo Buba, 31; Ahmadu Adamu, 20; Stephen Pwagwadi, 17; Shadrach Simon, 19; Lot Gad, 20; and Righteous Boti, 27.
The injured individuals received treatment at the Tingno Primary Health Care Clinic and have since been discharged.
Six Arrested as Farmers, Herders Clash in Adamawa
Suspected Thief Dies After Being Beaten by Man O’ War officer, in FCT
By: Zagazola Makama
A suspected thief in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has died after being beaten by a security officer following his apprehension on April 2.
A Police sources said that a distress call was received at Karu Division about a suspected thief seen around Supreme Quarters in Karu at approximately 1:00 p.m.
The suspect was approached by security personnel who believed him to be involved in theft. When questioned, the suspect attempted to flee but was quickly chased and apprehended by civilian security personnel.
Kola Oba, a Man O’ War officer, then reportedly took the suspect into custody and subjected him to severe physical abuse. The suspect later succumbed to the injuries sustained during the beating and passed away.
The sources said that the Police detectives were dispatched to the scene, and photographs were taken. The body was subsequently transported to the hospital mortuary for preservation.
The suspect’s identity remains unknown, and efforts are underway to locate his family. The officer involved has been arrested.
Suspected Thief Dies After Being Beaten by Man O’ War officer, in FCT
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