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Youth Assembly of Nigeria (YAN) Yobe State Chapter Hosts Groundbreaking Symposium on Inclusion and Diversity

Youth Assembly of Nigeria (YAN) Yobe State Chapter Hosts Groundbreaking Symposium on Inclusion and Diversity
By: Our Reporter
Damaturu, Yobe State – The Youth Assembly of Nigeria (YAN) Yobe State Chapter today Thursday 9th January, 2025 convened a pivotal one-day symposium on the imperative of inclusion and diversity, themed “Breaking Barriers: Fostering Inclusion and Diversity.”

Amb.Abubakar Ibn Usman Nguru CYA, Senior Inspector at NYSC Headquarters and 3rd Assembly Ambassador of YAN Yobe State, as Keynote Speaker delivered a paper on Importance of Inclusion and Diversity, stressing the urgent need for inclusive practices and policies that promote diversity. The symposium united youth from diverse backgrounds, government officials, and stakeholders to strategize on dismantling barriers and fostering a more inclusive society.
“We are resolute in our commitment to promoting inclusion and diversity among young people in Yobe State,” declared Rt. Hon. Mohammed Hashimu Auwalu, Speaker of YAN Yobe State Chapter. “This symposium marks a crucial milestone in our journey towards achieving this goal.”

The event featured interactive sessions, panel discussions, and presentations on topics related to inclusion and diversity. Youth participants expressed enthusiasm for implementing the innovative ideas and strategies discussed during the symposium.
Distinguished attendees included Director of Forestry, Ministry of Environment, Yobe State, representing the Chairman of the Occasion, Hon. Sidi Yakubu Karasuwa, Commissioner, Yobe State Ministry of Environment. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Youth, represented the Commissioner, Yobe State Ministry of Youth, Sport, and Social Development.
Other invited dignitaries Mohammed Alkali Executive Secretary SMEDAN Yobe state, Hon. Nuhu Baba Hassan Yobe state Focal Person NEDC, representative of National Population Commission, representative of NSCDC, Alhaji Musa Mai Jawa.

The programme also featured a brief safety awareness presentation by ACF Shitu Abdulmiminu Alkali from Federal Fire Service and a panel discussion moderated by MB Machina. The event concluded with a vote of thanks presented by Zona A Zonal Coordinator of YAN, Amb. Usman Giedam.
Youth Assembly of Nigeria (YAN) Yobe State Chapter Hosts Groundbreaking Symposium on Inclusion and Diversity
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Elephant kills farmer in Ijebu East, Ogun community seeks government intervention

Elephant kills farmer in Ijebu East, Ogun community seeks government intervention
By: Zagazola Makama
A wild elephant has killed a farmer, identified as Mr. Kalamu, in Itasin-Imobi community, Ijebu East Local Government Area of Ogun State.
The incident occurred on Monday, July 28, when the elephant reportedly invaded the victim’s farm and attacked him, leading to his death.
Residents told Zagazola Makama that the elephant had been a persistent threat in the area for over four years, frequently destroying farmlands and fishing equipment.
“This elephant keeps coming into our community to destroy our crops, damage our fishing nets, and now it has taken a life,” a resident said.
The community has since appealed to the Ogun State Government and relevant wildlife authorities to intervene urgently and prevent further loss of life and property.
As of the time of filing this report, there was no official response from the Ogun State Ministry of Forestry or Environment.
Elephant kills farmer in Ijebu East, Ogun community seeks government intervention
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Troops neutralise terrorists, recover logistics items in Bama, Borno

Troops neutralise terrorists, recover logistics items in Bama, Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have neutralised two Boko Haram terrorists and recovered large quantities of logistics items following a successful ambush operation in Bula Daburu village, Bama Local Government Area of Borno State.
Zagazola Makama learnt that the operation was part of Operation Desert Sanity IV aimed at disrupting terrorist supply networks.
Sources said that the operation was carried out at about 6:00 p.m. on Monday at a suspected Boko Haram crossing point
During the engagement, contact was made with terrorist logistics elements. The troops responded with superior firepower, forcing the insurgents to flee in disarray, abandoning their supplies.
Two terrorists were neutralised during the exchange, while others escaped with possible gunshot wounds.
After the area was exploited, troops recovered eight bicycles, two 50kg bags of rice, 60 pieces of macaroni, 60 pairs of rubber shoes, 10 welding filing machines, and 12 mats.
Operation Desert Sanity IV is a renewed offensive by the Joint Task Force (North East) aimed at denying terrorists freedom of action and cutting off their logistics corridors across the North East theatre.
Troops neutralise terrorists, recover logistics items in Bama, Borno
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Troops foil IED-laying attempt by terrorists along Marte–Dikwa road

Troops foil IED-laying attempt by terrorists along Marte–Dikwa road
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have foiled an attempt by Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists to plant improvised explosive devices (IEDs) along the Marte–Dikwa road in Borno State.
Zagazola Makama learnt from sources that the operation was part of renewed and sustained offensives directed by the military high command to deny terrorists freedom of action in the North East theatre.

The incident occurred at about 2:01 a.m. on Tuesday, when troops of Operation HADIN KAI positioned in an ambush along the strategic route, sighted a group of terrorists attempting to lay mines on a bridge.
The troops immediately engaged the terrorists with superior firepower, forcing them to abandon their equipment and flee into the surrounding bush in disarray.
Two IEDs were recovered at the scene, while there were no casualties recorded among the troops.
Troops foil IED-laying attempt by terrorists along Marte–Dikwa road
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