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Terrorists surrender: Army commends Working Journalists in Borno
Terrorists surrender: Army commends Working Journalists in Borno
By: Our Reporter
The Theatre Commander of ‘Operation Hadin Kai’, (OPHK) responsible in the fight against remnants of Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists group, Major General Christopher Musa has applauded the concerted and collaborative efforts displayed by professional Working Journalists in Borno state and the north east in general, which he noted led to massive surrendering of terrorists after laying down their arms to troops and embrace peace.
He said, the role of the media in conflict and terrorism reporting is very significant to the security agencies, as it would not only report the success stories, but also assist in managing situation.
He said the media played a greater role in dashing out meaningful information to the general public as they unfold.
General Musa stated this yesterday when the newly elected Executive Council Members (EXCOs) of the Borno State Correspondents’ Chapel led by its Chairman, Mr Inusa Ndahi Marama led his team on a courtesy call and familiarization visit to the Theatre Commander at his office, 7 Div, Maimalari Cantonment Maiduguri, the state capital.
He said, since he assumed duty precisely in June, 2021, he has been maintaining a cordial relationship with working Journalists, and solicited the same cooperation to continue under the present newly elected Excos of the Correspondents’ Chapel who are mostly operating independently and representing various national and international Media Organizations.
He said the fraternized visit led by the newly elected Chairman of the Correspondents’ Chapel and his team will open a new way forward.
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“On behalf of Officers and Men of Operation HADIN KAI, I congratulate the new EXCOs over their appointments and wish them more wisdom, courage and resilience to stir the affairs of the body in a good light.”
He further reiterated that the fight against insurgency is a collective responsibility and a national project therefore, there is the need for a strong synergy and collaboration between the military and the media.
According to him, everyone must always put national interest first in their conducts and further urged them to be patriotic in their reportage.
The Theatre Commander commended them for the great job they are doing, and urged them not to deviate while maintaining constant communication with the command which is key to getting reliable information on the operational activities of Operation HADIN KAI.
In his words he said “Whenever in doubt, the door is always open for clarification in order to avoid conflicting narratives and I wish you well in all your endeavour”. He stated.
In his remarks, Mr Ndahi stated that they are on the visit to present themselves to the Theatre Commander Operation HADIN KAI as the newly elected EXCOs of the Correspondents’ Chapel of NUJ Borno State Chapter.
Mr Inusa Ndahi reassured the Theatre Commander of their resolve to strengthen the already existing relationship between the Theatre Command and the outgone EXCOs and therefore solicit for the same cooperation and attention the former EXCOs enjoyed during their tenure with the Command.
The Chairman used the medium to extol the Theatre Commander, officers and all troops of OPHK for their untiring efforts in the fight against terrorism
as evidently seen in the relative peace the people of Borno State are enjoying and promised to support that effort through balanced reportage.
Those who accompanied the Chairman include; the Vice Chairman, Mr. Hamza Suleiman of the News Agency of Nigeria(NAN), the Secretary, Mr. Ismaila Alfa of the Associated Press.
Others are Mr. Ahmed Mari of Champion Newspapers, Assistant Secretary, Bilyaminu Yusuf of Radio France International, Treasurer and Mr. Julius Emmanuel of TVC, Auditor.
Highlight of the events was the signing of visitor’s book, presentation of plaque and group photograph.
Terrorists surrender: Army commends Working Journalists in Borno
Four Soldiers Injured in Vehicle Accident on Mambilla Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Four Nigerian soldiers have sustained injuries in a vehicle accident on the Mambilla Plateau in Taraba State.
The accident occurred on Thursday while the troops were moving across the mountainous terrain of the area, Zagazola reports.
The Emir of Mambilla, Dr. Shehu Audu Baju, was said to have personally joined in the rescue operation to ensure that the soldiers received prompt assistance.
Following the rescue, the injured personnel were evacuated to the 20 Battalion Barracks in Serti for urgent medical care.
Community members and traditional leaders in the area have expressed sympathy and prayed for the speedy recovery of the soldiers, while also calling for the safety of other security operatives on duty.
Four Soldiers Injured in Vehicle Accident on Mambilla Plateau
UKNIAF, NGF Advance Electricity Reform with Nationwide Workshop Series
By: Michael Mike
The United Kingdom Nigeria Infrastructure Advisory Facility (UKNIAF), in partnership with the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) have wrapped up a major national initiative to support State-led electricity market reforms.
The State Learning Workshop Series focused on Electricity Market Development, Integrated Resource Planning (IRP) and energy modelling software.
Workshops in Lagos, Calabar, Kano and Jos have been successfully completed, drawing participants from all the 36 States and the FCT and setting a strong precedent for what lies ahead.
These sessions equipped policymakers, regulators and stakeholders with the tools to design robust, sustainable and investor-ready electricity markets at the State level, in line with the provisions of the Electricity Act 2023.
Reflecting on the significance of this initiative, the Director-Legal/Head Power Desk at the Nigerian Governors’ Forum, Mr. Chijioke Chuku,, stated that: “Nigeria’s electricity future depends on the capacity of our States to lead with vision, clarity, and technical precision. Through the workshop series, we are equipping States not just with knowledge, but with the confidence to take charge of their electricity markets. The NGF is proud to partner with UKNIAF in ensuring that the promise of the Electricity Act 2023 becomes a lived reality across the country.”
The sessions in the State Learning Workshops covered: The legal and regulatory pathways for setting up State Electricity Markets; Commercial models for private sector investment; Integration of State plans into Nigeria’s National IRP;
Practical training on the software platform for energy modelling.
The initiative drew from lessons learned in the course of UKNIAF’s work supporting the Akwa Ibom, Enugu, and Oyo State Governments—early movers in electricity market development—in setting up their markets.
It also drew from experience gained in the course of UKNIAF providing technical support to the Federal Ministry of Power in drafting both the National Integrated Electricity Policy and Nigeria’s first National Integrated Resource Plan, both of which were approved very recently.
With States now empowered by the Electricity Act 2023, this series is a timely and strategic effort to ensure capacity, coordination, and sustainability in Nigeria’s decentralised energy landscape.
UKNIAF, NGF Advance Electricity Reform with Nationwide Workshop Series
Three killed, others injured in bandits’ attack on Zamfara community
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits have killed three persons and injured three others in an attack on Galadi town, Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara.
Sources confirmed the incident saying the attack occurred at about 10:50 p.m. on Aug. 27.
The sources said the bandits stormed the town, shooting sporadically, which resulted in the deaths and injuries.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA were mobilised to the scene. The corpses and injured victims were evacuated to Galadi Primary Health Care Centre for autopsy and treatment.
Meanwhile, a manhunt for the fleeing culprits has been intensified, as the bandits escaped before the arrival of the joint forces,” the sources said.
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