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  • You require paradigm shift to tackle insecurity, unionist tells FG

    You require paradigm shift to tackle insecurity, unionist tells FG

    Chief Bartho Igwedibia, state chairman, Motorcycle Operators Union of Nigeria, Anambra chapter

     

    Security

    By Francis Onyeukwu

    Abuja, June 13, 2024(NAN) Chief Bartho Igwedibia, chairman, Motorcycle Operators Union of Nigeria, Anambra, chapter has  urged the Federal Government to think outside the box in its efforts to tackle the nation’s security challenges.

    Igwedibia, made the call while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Abuja on Nigeria’s 25 years of unbroken democracy.

    He said as the country marks 25 years of unbroken democracy, insecurity remained a serious challenge.

    He said that both the federal and state governments should recalibrate intelligence gathering process.

    “In most advanced countries such as Israel and Germany, commercial transporters and media practitioners are part of security intelligence gathering system and I feel Nigeria should adopt such a measure.

    “Government should partner with groups like motorcycle union, Association of Nigeria Hoteliers, National Road Transport Workers Union and the Nigeria Union of Journalists among others in intelligence gathering.

    “They can help in the smoking out the bad eggs. If adopt this model the problems of insecurity will definitely reduce in the country,” he said.

    Igwedibia commended President Bola Tinubu and Gov. Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra for the giant strides they have made so far in office.

    He said the union duly registered with the Federal Government is a recognised trade union operating in the 36 states and federal capital territory with capacity to contribute to governments’ revenue generation efforts.

    The union leader called on Nigerians to continue to pray for their leaders as well as generate proactive ideas for good governance of the country.

    “As a group, we recently issued a joint solidarity and congratulatory letter endorsed by Chief John Onedibia, National Deputy President, Eugene Chukwumaeze, state secretary and myself congratulating Gov. Chukwuma Soludo for democracy anniversary.

    “The gesture is in demonstration of our loyalty as subjects and that is what we advocate that Nigerians should be doing to President Tinubu and other leaders in the land for them to put in their best,’’ he said.

    He said that the two leaders had good intentions and should be supported by Nigerians irrespective of tribes and creed.

    Igwedibia advised Nigerians to be more sincere in their quest for money, saying that the skyrocketing prices of goods and services being attributed to transporters was rather due to greed of some traders.

    “Most business owners in parts of the country are greedy; they change prices of things arbitrarily and blame it on transporters.

    “If Nigerians should demonstrate pure genuine love in their dealings with others especially business transactions things won’t get bad as it is today.

    “Can you imagine that some people would buy a good for N20, 000, used N1, 000 to transport a unit of the product and fix the price at N40, 000 or more, per unit?, he said. (NAN)(wwww.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Uche Anunne

  • Man jailed 9 months for stealing wristwatch

    Man jailed 9 months for stealing wristwatch

    Theft

    By Blessing Odega

    Jos, June 13, 2024 (NAN) An Area Court in Jos on Thursday, sentenced  a man, Annas Inusa, to nine months imprisonment for stealing a wristwatch and a ring worth N 25,000.

    The judge, Shawomi Bokkos, sentenced the convict after he pleaded guilty to the offence.

    The judge, however gave the convict an option of N10,000 fine or three months imprisonment for theft and asked him to pay compensation of N 25,000 or spend six months in default.

    Earlier, the police prosecutor, Insp Labaran Ahmed told the court that the case was reported at the ”C” Division police station Jos, on May 20, by Mr Salisu Musa, the complainant.

    He said Musa said that the defendant stole a wristwatch and a ring from his chop.

    The prosecutor, further told the court that during police investigation, the defendant confessed to the crime.

    The offence, he said, contravened the provisions of the Plateau Penal Code law of Northern Nigeria. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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    edited by Sadiya Hamza

  • Driver jailed 36 months for swindling businessman of N.5m

  • English players’ union joins legal action against FIFA over breaks

    English players’ union joins legal action against FIFA over breaks

    Players

    London, June 13, 2024 (NAN/dpa) The Professional Footballers’ Association has joined a legal action against FIFA to protect players’ rights to guaranteed and protected breaks.

    The English players’ union will be a co-claimant in a case to be heard in the Belgian courts, alongside its French counterpart UNFP and the European division of world players’ union FIFPRO.

    The news comes after FIFPRO and the World Leagues Association warned FIFA in May they would take legal action if it did not reschedule the 32-team Club World Cup due to be played in the United States next year.

    From a union perspective, the scheduling of that tournament is seen as a tipping point for the football calendar and players’ ability to take a meaningful break between seasons.

    The case will be fought by the unions by Jean-Louis Dupont, who was part of the legal team which secured the landmark Bosman ruling in 1995 which revolutionised the transfer market.

    The PFA said the Brussels Court of Commerce would be asked to refer the case to the European Court of Justice.

    PFA chief executive Maheta Molango said: “This is an important moment for players and for their rights as employees.

    “Everyone across football knows that the fixture calendar is broken to the point that it has now become unworkable.” (NAN/dpa)(www.nannews.ng)

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  • Unemployed man jailed 3 years for receiving stolen train batteries

    Unemployed man jailed 3 years for receiving stolen train batteries

    Sentence
    By Amen Gajira
    Kafanchan (Kaduna State) June 13, 2024 (NAN) A Magistrates’ Court in Kafanchan, Kaduna State on Thursday, sentenced a 40-year-old unemployed man, Chibuzo Emmanuel, to three years imprisonment for receiving stolen train batteries and cylinder.
    The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corp (NSCDC)  charged Emmanuel alongside Adamu Danbaba, 52,  with theft and receiving stolen property.
    The NSCDC prosecutor, Mr Marcus Audu, told the court that a complaint was made at the corp’s office by the Nigeria Railway Corporation, North Central District Kafanchan, on May 13.
    Audu stated that Danbaba, a railway staff member, stole two train batteries and 12kg cylinder from his office and sold them to Emmanuel  for N24, 000.
    The offence, he noted, contravened the provisions of sections 271 and 302 of the Kaduna State Penal Code Law.
    When the charge was read to the defendants, Emmanuel pleaded guilty and begged the court for leniency while Danbaba denied the charge against him.
    The prosecutor prayed the court to try Emmanuel summarily and asked for another date to call witnesses to prove the case against Danbaba.
    In his ruling, magistrate Michael Bawa sentenced Emmanuel to three years imprisonment and ordered that Danbaba should be remanded.
    Bawa adjourned the case until June 24 for hearing. (NAN)
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  • Canada announces rockets, other military aid for Ukraine

    Canada announces rockets, other military aid for Ukraine

    Aid

    Brussels, June 13, 2024 (dpa/NAN) Canada says it will supply Ukraine with rockets, small arms ammunition and remote-controlled weapon mounts for vehicles, Canadian Defence Minister Bill Blair announced in Brussels on Thursday.

    “Canada will provide Ukraine with 2,300 Canadian Rocket Vehicle 7s or CRV rocket motors,’’ Blair said.

    He added, “Canada will send an additional number of rounds of small arms ammunition, as well as 29 Nanuk remote systems,’’ which are remote-controlled weapon mounts for military vehicles.”

    He said the CRV7s were “formerly used by the Royal Canadian Air Force on our CF-18 aircraft.’’

    Meanwhile, “the Nanuk is a remotely-controlled weapon station used by the Canadian Army on our own light armoured vehicles.’’

    He added, this week, Canada would begin the shipments of a new fleet of 50 armoured vehicles to Ukraine.

    ”The first four vehicles would be departing Canada this week, and they would be delivered to the Ukrainian armed forces in the coming weeks,’’ Blair said. (dpa/NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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  • IHRC urges FG to adopt versatile approach in tackling insecurity

  • Group hails Soludo for law on peace building, conflict management agency

    Group hails Soludo for law on peace building, conflict management agency

     

    Law
    By Ibironke Ariyo
    Abuja, June 13, 2024(NAN)An NGO, the Anti-Kidnapping, Human Trafficking,Child Abuse and Drug Abuse Initiative (AKH-TRACADA) has hailed Gov. Chukwuma Soludo  for signing into Law the Anambra State Peace building and Conflicts Management Agency ( ANSPEBCOMA) bill.

    This is contained in a statement by the Founder of the organisation, Mr Belonwu Ezeanyaeche on Thursday in Abuja.

    He said that the law would foster peace and manage conflicts within the state with harmonious environment for its residents,

    This, he also added would be aligning with the governor’s broader agenda of infrastructure, economic transformation, security and social cohesion.

    Ezeanyaeche believed that the law would also help curb Illicit substances and illicit drug abuse and crime against humanity in the State.

    ”The law will cover a lot of issues. Our organisation is all about protecting people, rescuing youths and children from drug related issues and other criminal acts.

    He also added that it would underscore the need for greater resources to be committed to fighting drugs problem and its attendant consequences.

    This, he said included banditry, kidnaping, assassination, insurgency, terrorism, human trafficking, Child abuse and general insecurity.

    He said “we are very proud of our Legislator for carrying out an excellent legislation on this bill, and the Speaker and entire Honourable Members of the State House of Assembly.

    “We are much more grateful to Governor Soludo, for making it a legal entity to fill the huge gap and address the issues bothering on Peace building programmes and activities.

    “Also, conflicts management, prevention and resolutions and related matters in the State, which would in no small measures help the State Government in achieving a peaceful, liveable and prosperous home land

    Ezeanyaeche urged Anambra residents to ”sink their differences” and support Soludo’ administration to succeed.

    The group also commended Soludo for signing into law, 10 other crucial bills to propel the state to the next level in governance.

    The News Agency of Nigeria(NAN)reports that the newly signed laws are the Anambra State Electoral Law, 2024, Anambra State Touting Prohibition Law, 2024, Secret Cult and Similar Activities Prohibition Law, 2024,

    Also included are Health Facilities and Accreditation Agency Law, 2024, Anambra State Peace Building and Conflict Management Agency, Anambra State Oil and Gas Producing Areas Development Commission (ANSOGPADEC) Law, 2024 and Market Safety and Protection Law, 2024.

    Other are: the Trafficking In Person Prohibition Law, 2024, Anambra State Revenue Administration (Consolidation. and Harmonization) Law, 2024, Anambra State Private Colleges of Nursing and Midwifery Law, 2024.

    The Law to Amend the Anambra State House of Assembly Service Commission Law 2021 and for other Connected Purposes. (NAN) (http://www.nannews.ng)

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  • 188 cyclists to participate in Abuja capital city championship

    188 cyclists to participate in Abuja capital city championship

    Cyclists

    By Aderonke Ojo

    Abuja, June 13 , 2024  (NAN) No fewer than 188 cyclists have registered to participate in the 3rd  edition  of  the Abuja Capital City Championship top prize ,slated for Saturday.

    Bashiru Mohammed,Technical director, Cycling Federation of Nigeria (CFN) told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Abuja.

    He said that the event is being organised in conjunction with CHENUEL Mobility Solution Limited.

    Mohammed said that the championship was earlier scheduled for June 1, but was postponed due to the inauguration of road projects within the FCT.

    “This year’s championship will features Men Elite 140km,Women Elite 80km, Men Veteran 60km and Women veteran 30km,“he said.

    The technical director said that the amateur category for schools in the FCT would feature the Male 20km and Female 15 km race.

    He said that cyclists are expected to arrive on June 14, while the championship will start on June 15 and end on June 16.

    “The starting and finishing point will be the Federal Secretariat, Ahmadu Bello way behind Eagle square, by 7 a.m.

    “The Championships will be completed in both male and female categories in the elite class, veterans and amateurs’ class from secondary schools within the FCT.

    “The State Cycling Association/Clubs will have six males and six females in the elite class while the veterans will have four male, four female and two officials.

    “ At the end of the event, there will be medals and certificate presentation to all the winners as well as traveling subsidies for all the external participants coming from states,” he said.

    Mohammed urged Abuja residents to come out to encourage the cyclists.

    He said that the championship would   foster a good working relationship amongst the cyclists.

    “The more the cyclists race the more they will improve on their standards, both at  domestic and international level.

    “I am aware of the crucial role the media play in shaping mind-set and facilitating policy direction towards achieving set objectives, so we call on the media to help publicise our actvities ,” he said.

    According to him, 109 cyclists will compete in the 140 km and 60km while 38 cyclists will compete in the 80 km and 30 km in the female elite class and veterans.

    He said all necessary logistics have been put in place to ensure a hitch-free championship. ( NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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  • Oborevwori felicitates Okonjo-Iweala at 70 

     

    Oborevwori felicitates Okonjo-Iweala at 70
    Felicitation
    By Ifeanyi Olannye
    Asaba, June 13, 2024 (NAN) Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta has congratulated the Director-General of World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, as she clocks 70.
    The governor’s felicitation is contained  in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Festus Ahon, on Thursday, in Asaba.
    He described Okonjo-Iweala as a distinguished daughter of Delta from Ogwashi-Uku, praising her for being the first African woman to lead the global trade organisation.
    Oborevwori said that she was a shining example of professionalism and integrity, and a great role model for women.
    He commended the WTO Director-General for her sublime and remarkable achievements in support of Nigeria and the international financial sector.
    Oborevwori remarked that Okonjo-Iweala made laudable  contributions to the development of Nigeria’s economy, as a two-time Finance Minister.
    He extolled Okonjo-Iweala for her intellect and skill as a leading economist and specialist in international development, whose faultless work over the years had won her praise from all over the world.
    “As a state, we take great pride in your impressive achievements, which have earned you numerous accolades and recognition over the years.
    “Your innovative contributions as Finance Minister under Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan are particularly noteworthy.
    “On behalf of my family, the Delta State government, and our people, I extend warm congratulations to you, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, on your 70th birth anniversary.
    “I join your family, colleagues, and well-wishers in expressing gratitude to God for your remarkable life, filled with outstanding accomplishments and fulfillment.
    “As you celebrate three scores and ten, I pray that God grants you continued good health, happiness, and many more years of impactful contributions to the global economy.”(NAN)(www.nannews.com.ng).
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