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Zulum appoints Barkindo DG, SEMA; Harun Executive Secretary, Sangaya Board
Zulum appoints Barkindo DG, SEMA; Harun Executive Secretary, Sangaya Board
By Michael Mike
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum has approved the appointment of Barkindo Muhammad Saidu as Director General of the State Emergency Management Agency, SEMA.
The Governor also appointed Abdulkadir Abdulkarim Harun as Executive Secretary, Borno State Arabic and Sangaya Education Board (BOSASEB).
Zulum’s special adviser on media and strategy, Malam Isa Gusau announced both appointments on Friday morning in a statement.
Barkindo, 54 years of age, hails from Gwoza local government area while Harun, 59 years old, hails from Ngala local government area.
Note on Barkindo Muhammad Saidu:
Until his appointment, Barkindo was Executive Secretary/Programme Manager of Borno State agency for the Control of HIV/AIDS & Malaria from 2016. Growing through the ranks, he had served as director, admin and human resources in 2015, deputy director, admin and supplies in 2011, assistant director, admin and supplies in 2007 and chief admin officer in 2004.
An “administrator, ITC specialist, Project Manager, public health practitioner and strategist”, Barkindo holds PhD in Strategic Management from the International Business Management Institute in Berlin – Germany obtained in 2019, M. Sc. in Information Technology (IT) Project Management from the Royal Academy of Economics and Technology in Switzerland (2013), another M. Sc in Ecology & Environmental Studies from the Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna – Nigeria (2012) and yet another M. Sc in Medicinal & Poisonous Plants also from Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna – Nigeria (which is in View).
Before these degrees, Barkindo obtained Postgraduate Diploma in Nigeria Strategic Studies from the University of Maiduguri (2000) and
B. Sc. in Biology/Education from the University of Maiduguri – Nigeria (1991).
Barkindo graduated from Government Science Secondary School, Monguno, Borno State in 1984 after attending Gadamayo Primary School in Gwoza back in 1979.
He also holds advanced diploma in Database Management from M. B. H. Computer Academy in Maiduguri, (2005), and diploma in computer studies from from Umar Ibn Ibrahim El-Kanemi College Of Education, Science and Technology, Bama (2004).
Barkindo Muhammad Saidu has attended 13 training programmes on variety of health related and other community development programmes from John Hopkins Bloom-berg School of Public Health all in 2017, and three programmes from the West African Biotechnology Training Programme at the University of Baltimore in Maryland, USA (2018).
He has also attended series of other skills development programmes organized by prominent national and international bodies involved with public health issues.
Barkindo has served at different committees of Borno State Government on issues relating to
public healthcare, community-based social protection and welfare, public projects and services’ monitoring and reporting, poverty alleviation and youths empowerment amongst others.
The statement noted that Governor Zulum’s choice of Barkindo was based on his excellent credentials and record of public service.
Professor Zulum congratulated Barkindo on his mew appointment and looks forward to his continued service with excellence to the people of Borno State and humanity.
Note on Abdulkadir Abdulkarim Harun:
Until his appointment, Harun was the director for Arabic and Islamic Studies at Borno State Arabic and Sangaya Education Board (BOSASEB).
Currently undergoing his PhD at the University of Maiduguri, Abdulkadir Abdulkarim Harun holds Masters Degree (M.A) in Arabic from Bayero University, Kano. He also holds a Post Graduate Diploma Education (PGDE) in Education from El-Kanemi College of Islamic Theology, Maiduguri; Bachelors Degree (B.A) in Arabic from the University of Maiduguri and a Diploma in Arabic, Hausa and Islamic Studies from Borno State College of Legal and Islamic Studies, Maiduguri.
Harun earlier obtained his Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) from El-Kanemi College of Islamic Theology, Maiduguri after his First School Leaving Certificate from Annahda Institute for Islamic Studies.
Harun grew through the academic ranks from an instructor in 1986 to senior instructor in 1991, Lecturer (1) in 1995, Senior Lecturer in 2011, Principal Lecturer in 2016, Chief Lecturer in 2019 and principal, School for Higher Islamic Studies, Maiduguri from 2019 to 2020.
A member of the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria, Harun was Secretary of Nigeria Association of Teachers of Arabic and Islamic Studies (NATAIS), Borno State Chapter, and National Commandant of Annahda First Aid Group of Nigeria.
Gusau conveyed Governor Zulum’s message of congratulations to Harun, noting that the state government looks forward to his continued service with excellence.
Zulum appoints Barkindo DG, SEMA; Harun Executive Secretary, Sangaya Board
NHRC Calls for Reforms in Correctional Centres, Cites Systemic Bias
By: Michael Mike
The Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Dr. Tony Ojukwu has called on stakeholders to reflect on the values that Nelson Mandela embodied, including justice, dignity, equality, and compassion, as the world commemorates World Mandela Day.
Dr. Ojukwu made this call in a statement on the eve of the commemoration, noting that Mandela’s legacy serves as a powerful reminder of the need to promote and protect human rights, particularly in Nigeria’s correctional centers.
According to him, the current state of Nigeria’s correctional centres, which are overcrowded, under-resourced, and lack basic sanitation and healthcare, reflects a failure of infrastructure, justice, and humanity.
He lamented that thousands of citizens are held in pre-trial detention for years due to poverty and lack of access to justice, while the rich have greater access to quality legal defense and bail, perpetuating systemic bias.
The NHRC Executive Secretary urged the Nigerian government, judicial authorities, private sector, and civil society to prioritize comprehensive reforms in detention facilities and correctional centers, including improving conditions, investing in alternatives to pre-trial detention, ensuring speedy trials, and upholding the rights of inmates.
Ojukwu emphasized the need to tackle the root causes of incarceration, such as poverty, unemployment, and lack of access to justice, in order to build a society that values the dignity and human rights of all individuals, regardless of their socio-economic status.
Nelson Mandela Day is celebrated annually on the 18th of July.
NHRC Calls for Reforms in Correctional Centres, Cites Systemic Bias
Ondo State Government Signs MOU with Backbone Infrastructure for 500,000 BPD Oil Refinery
By: Michael Mike
The Ondo State Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Backbone Infrastructure Limited for the establishment of a 500,000 barrels per day oil refinery and development of free trade zone in Igbotiri, Ilaje Local Government Area of the state.
The signing ceremony took place at the Governor’s office in Akure.
The Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti represented the Governor, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa at the ceremony.
He described the proposed investment as timely and strategic, assuring the investors of a peaceful and business-friendly environment.
He emphasized that the project would boost the state’s economy, create meaningful job opportunities, and reduce crime.
In his remarks on behalf of Backbone Infrastructure, the Vice President, Legal & Corporate services, Barrister Wale Adekola expressed appreciation to the Ondo State Government for the opportunity to partner in the infrastructure development of the State and assured of his company’s commitment to ensure successful delivery of the two projects.
Similarly, the Managing Director / Chief Executive of Backbone Infrastructure Nigeria Limited, Engr. Henry Owonka, revealed that the two projects would be accompanied by basic infrastructure such as roads, terminal storage tanks, and other facilities that will change the landscape of the State.
According to the MOU breakdown on the Refinery, Backbone Infrastructure Limited will hold 65% equity, while the Ondo State Government will hold 20% and the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) will hold 15% stake.
Meanwhile, the investors have expressed confidence in the leadership and vision of the Aiyedatiwa-led administration, citing the clarity of purpose and support they have received as the reason for choosing Ondo State as their investment destination.
The state government equally pledged its support for the project, which is expected to transform the state’s economy and create jobs.
Present at the signing of the MOU were the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti. Attorney General and commissioner for Justice, Kayode Ajulo, SAN , the ONDIPA Team while the Backbone team was led by Dr. Steve Dike, a member of the Board of Directors representing the Chairman, Senator Ken Nnamani, Managing Director/CEO Engr. Henry Owonka, the Vice President, Legal & Corporate Services, other members of the management team from the Backbone infrastructure limited among other top government functionaries.
Ondo State Government Signs MOU with Backbone Infrastructure for 500,000 BPD Oil Refinery
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Police arrest notorious gunrunners in Benue, recover rocket launcher, AK-47 rifles, thousands of ammunition
Police arrest notorious gunrunners in Benue, recover rocket launcher, AK-47 rifles, thousands of ammunition
By: Zagazola Makama
Operatives of the Force Intelligence Department–Intelligence Response Team (FID–IRT) have arrested two notorious arms traffickers and recovered a cache of deadly weapons in Abinsi town, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State.
Sources from the Benue State Police Command confirmed the development Thursday, describing the arrest as a major breakthrough in ongoing efforts to curb the proliferation of illegal arms fueling insecurity in the North-Central region.
According to the sources, the suspects led by one Adikwu Ikwulono, a known illegal arms dealer were apprehended on Wednesday following credible intelligence.
Recovered from the suspects were one rocket launcher, five AK-47 rifles, and thousands of rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition.
Police say preliminary investigations revealed that the arms were being assembled for delivery to a gang of armed herders and bandits operating around the Benue–Nasarawa border, with plans to launch coordinated attacks on several communities in Benue State.
“The suspects are currently undergoing intensive interrogation with the FID, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend other members of the arms-smuggling syndicate,” the police sources said.
Police arrest notorious gunrunners in Benue, recover rocket launcher, AK-47 rifles, thousands of ammunition
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