Security
By Mujidat Oyewole
Ilorin, June 13, 2024 (NAN) Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kwara Command, says it has deployed more than 3,000 security personnel in preparation for the upcoming Eid-el Kabir celebrations.
The command’s Public Relations Officer, Mr Ayoola Shola, stated this in a statement issued on Thursday in Ilorin.
Shola said that the NSCDC Commandant in the state, Umar Mohammed, said that the personnel were deployed to support other security officers in providing adequate security before, during and after the Sallah celebrations.
Mohammed also said that additional officers were deployed across the 16 local government areas of the state, with special attention given to high-risk areas with frequent criminal activities.
He urged Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders and Divisional Officers to conduct continuous patrols and ensure intensive deployment to guarantee smooth and safer celebrations.
He also issued stern warning to miscreants, vandals and other potential mischief-makers planning to disrupt the peace and order during the festive period to stay clear from the state.
“The command is fully prepared and equipped to enforce the law and ensure that offenders face the full consequences of their actions,” he said.
The commandant congratulated Muslim faithful on the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir, urging them to support security agencies by reporting any suspicious individual or activity that could threaten peace and stability in the state. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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Author: mujidat.oyewole
Eid-el Kabir: NSCDC tightens security in Kwara, deploys 3,000 personnel
World Bicycle Day: FRSC official calls for usage of non-motorised transportation
Bicycle
By Mujidat Oyewole
Ilorin, June 3, 2024 (NAN) The Kwara Command of Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) on Monday in Ilorin called for the use of non-motorised transportation for movement from one place to another.
FRSC Sector commander in the state, Corps Commander Stephen Dawulung, while celebrating the 2024 World Bicycle Day said it would enhance health, equity and sustainability.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the theme for the 2024 celebration of World Bicycle Day was “promoting health, equity and sustainability through cycling”.
The Sector Commander said the aim of celebrating the day was to enhance the use of bicycles as a means of transportation.
Dawulung noted that there were many benefits of riding bicycle, saying that it improves physical fitness, health, as well as build strength and flexibility.
He said it also helps in weight management, through the burning of calories, and could control mental health by helping the body to reduce stress, anxiety and depression.
“Riding bicycle frequently increases mobility and sustains another means of transportation.
“There are environmental benefits of riding bicycle, as it is eco-friendly and reduces carbon emission, as well as being cost effective,” the Commander said.
Dawulung however warned that while riding bicycle, there are some safety measures to follow in order to avoid accidents, such as the use of safety helmets and following the rules.
“A bicycle rider should wear reflective clothes for visibility, should not wear gowns, use hand signals when necessary, maintain the movement of the bike and avoid distractions,” he said.
The Sector Commander therefore enjoined members of the public to get used to non-motorised transportation, in order to help their health status, saying the benefits could not be over emphasised.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
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Tinubu has never influenced electoral process, Vice-President Shettima says
Influence
By Mujidat Oyewole
Ilorin, June 1, 2024 (NAN) Vice-President Kashim Shettima on Saturday in Ilorin said the present administration led by President Bola Tinubu has never influenced the electoral process.Shettima, while speaking during the 30th anniversary of Prof. Yusuf Ali’s Ghalib Chambers, explained why President Tinubu decided to steer clear of the electoral process.
He said this was because of Tinubu’s belief in political freedom, fair play and justice.
“President Tinubu never influenced electoral process and we (at the Presidency) never used instruments of office to haunt or hound perceived opponents,” the Vice-President said.
Shettima said democracy can only survive by adherence to the rule of law and quality of governance, not necessarily by system of government.
The Guest Speaker of the occasion, Mr Babatunde Fashola, noted that the call in some quarters for the reintroduction of parliamentary system of government might be wrong.
Fashola, a former Minister of Works and Housing, advised those calling for the reintroduction to deeply think.
”They should reflect on whether the reasons which caused its collapse in the First Republic had been sorted out or not.”
He submitted that only quality governance would shape the society, not the system of government.
“Nigeria once practised this parliamentary system, but it failed and led the country into unwarranted disaster.
“Let us think deeply on why the parliamentary system failed us and ask ourselves if we have overcome those reasons,” Fashola said.
The guest speaker suggested liberal democracy that would ensure better and improved livelihood of Nigerians, rather than calling for a change of system of government.
Fashola commended the celebrant, Yusuf Ali who is a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), for his robust contribution to the nation’s legal system.
Earlier, the Founder of Ghalib Chambers, Ali had thanked God for all he achieved, saying “my heart is full of gratitude, humility and deepest appreciation to Almighty Allah who is the Creator and the Divine Architect.
“As I reflect on the journey, I am reminded of the countless times Allah intervened, guided, and blessed me, even when all hope seemed lost.”
Ali thanked his parents, teachers, clients and those who shared their wisdom and expertise with him, regardless of the setting or circumstance, his siblings, children and his late wife.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that many dignitaries graced the occasion, including the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola.
The list of dignitaries in attendance also had the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, and the Founder of Al-Hikma University, Ilorin, Abdulraheem Oladimeji.
NAN reports that the Ghalib Chambers compiled a compendium of over 450 pages, launched by Vice-President Shettima, as part of the anniversary and contribution to the legal and general community.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
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