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The fight against trafficking and child labour is far from over – Senator Oluremi Tinubu
The fight against trafficking and child labour is far from over – Senator Oluremi Tinubu
By: Our Reporter
To strengthen the fight against Human trafficking and child labor stronger collective action between Government and non Governmental organizations, civil society organizations, private sectors, and international organizations need to be strengthen towards enforcement of anti-trafficking laws, rescue of victims and enhance rehabilitation for survivors.
This was contained in the Speech of the First Lady Federal Republic of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu at the silver jubilee celebration of the Women Trafficking and Child Labour Eradication Foundation WOTCLEF. Represented by Wife of The Vice President Hajiya Nana Shettima, appreciated the initiator of WOTCLEF Chief Mrs Amina Titi Atiku Abubakar for the idea and vision that led to the establishment of the Foundation 25 years ago.
Senator Oluremi Tinubu said, the issues of trafficking and child labour are painful realities of women and children who are often the most vulnerable to this menace. “I thank WOTCLEF for being at the forefront of addressing these critical issues and providing succour to many families”
As an Educator the First Lady reiterated the importance of education as a viable tool towards eradicating trafficking and other vices. Under the Renewed Hope initiative women and youths are being empowered to break free from poverty.
The chairman of the occasion and former President of Nigeria Olusegun Obasanjo, the chief host former vice president of Nigeria Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and the founder of WOTCLEF gave an overview of the organization which gave birth to NAPTIP and NACTAL, the history of the organization which came into fusion twenty five years ago and the human trafficking bill passed into Law on the 14th July 2003, the success story and the efforts towards achieving the goal set to eradicate human trafficking and child labor in Nigeria.
The fight against trafficking and child labour is far from over – Senator Oluremi Tinubu
Gunmen kill trader in Kafanchan, kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
A 42-year-old man, Shok Musa, has been killed by yet-to-be-identified gunmen in Kafanchan in Kaduna state.
Zagazola gathered from reliable sources that the incident occurred on Sunday night near the victim’s shop at Ungwa Kanikon, Gidan Waya.
Security forces rushed to the scene after receiving a distress call, and found Musa with fatal gunshot injuries on his back.
“He was taken to Anglican Hospital, Gidan Waya, where he was confirmed dead by a medical doctor. His body was later deposited at the Kafanchan General Hospital mortuary,”said the sources.
The sources added that investigation had commenced, and efforts were ongoing to track down and arrest the perpetrators.
Gunmen kill trader in Kafanchan, kaduna
Security forces fortify Kaduna–Abuja rail line, Rigasa station and highway
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forces have intensified patrols and security measures along the Abuja–Kaduna railway corridor, Rigasa train station, and the Abuja–Kaduna highway.
Sources said the move was part of efforts to protect critical transport infrastructure and forestall criminal attacks.
The sources stated that area commanders in Jere and Kakuri, as well as divisional police officers along the rail corridor, had been placed on red alert in collaboration with other security agencies.
“Rigasa train main station has been fortified, while patrols along the railway line and sub-stations have been intensified. Patrol vehicles deployed on the Abuja–Kaduna highway are maintaining 24-hour visibility, with hourly situation reports rendered accordingly,”said sources.
Security forces assured the public of its commitment to ensuring safe travel and the protection of lives and property across the state.
Security forces fortify Kaduna–Abuja rail line, Rigasa station and highway
Two killed as troops repel bandit attack in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
At least two persons were killed following an attack by suspected bandits on villages in Dutsinma Local Government Area of the state.
Sources said the incident occurred on Sunday night when bandits invaded Babangida and Madugu villages.
The sources said that the military troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA in collaboration with the police and local patrol teams, responded swiftly and engaged the attackers in a gun duel, forcing them to abort a planned assault on Sabon Garin Safana village.
“However, two victims, identified as Shamsu Sani, 25, of Makera, and Abdurrashed Rabe, 25, of Tashar Mangwaro, sustained critical injuries and were rushed to the General Hospital, Dutsinma, where they were confirmed dead,” said the sources.
The sources said that efforts were ongoing to track down and arrest the fleeing bandits.
Two killed as troops repel bandit attack in Katsina
Gunmen kill trader in Kafanchan, kaduna
Security forces fortify Kaduna–Abuja rail line, Rigasa station and highway
Two killed as troops repel bandit attack in Katsina
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