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AFRI-LAW Calls On President Buhari To Re-appoint Abdullahi Gana as CG NSCDC

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The Afri –Law foundation has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to re-appoint Abdullahi Gana as CG Nigeria security and civil Defence corp.

 

In a statement released to Newsmen by the founder of Afri-law Okereke Chinweke said  The 6 months extension of the tenure of Mr Abdullah Gana as the Commandant General (CG) of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) by the President expires this week,

 

According to Chinese the CSO group, the African Law Foundation (AFRILAW) working on Security Sector Governance and particularly in strengthening and improving effective private security governance in Nigeria is pleading with the Nigeria President to re-appoint Mr Abdullah Gana as the Commandant General (CG) of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) for a second tenure.

Chinweke said Mr Abdullah Gana is a quintessential, detribalised and patriotic leader, a diligent and dedicated security professional and exceptional Commandant General (CG) who within his first tenure as the Commandant General (CG) of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has transformed and repositioned the Agency as one of the most outstanding, resourceful and respectable federal government security institutions in Nigeria.

He said In his first tenure as the Commandant General (CG), Mr Abdullah Gana made many great and wonderful accomplishments in the areas of improved the safety and security of critical national assets across the country; introduction of Agro-Rangers for improved security within the agricultural sector; increased reduction in farmers and herders’ clashes across the country,  redeeming the image of Nigeria educationally by partnering with Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB); robust relationship and cooperation with other federal security agencies; stoppage of circulation of pre-registered SIM cards; sustained tackling of illegal mining; and strategic collaboration with traditional rulers to nip in the bud the incessant banditry menace in the country.

The AFRILAW said The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) under Mr Abdullah Gana witnessed improved and effective management and administration of both human and financial resources.

 

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‘’There is increased staff welfare resulting in dedication to duty and high esprit-de-corps of personnel including enhanced manpower development and capacity building and regular promotion galore of men and officers of NSCDC.

As the regulator of the Private Security Companies in Nigeria, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) under Mr Abdullah Gana administration has experienced tremendous reform and transformational initiatives toward an improved and effective regulation and supervision, and creation of enabling environment for sustainable growth and development of the private security industry in Nigeria. Under his administration, multi-stakeholder approach for improvement and development of the industry was highly encouraged and promoted, and in this regard, NSCDC established a partnership with AFRILAW toward  strengthening and improvement of private security regulation and oversight for effective private security governance and responsible services in Nigeria through multi-stakeholder engagement’’

 

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AFRILAW in partnership and support from the Geneva Center for Security Sector Governance (DCAF), Switzerland is currently implementing the ‘Strengthening Private Security Regulation and Oversight Project’ in partnership and collaboration with  Nigeria  Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and Association of Licensed Private Security Practitioners of Nigeria (ALPSPN) in Nigeria.

In view of all above and considering the prevailing security challenges in Nigeria and the need to show effective leadership and commitment in tackling it, AFRILAW strongly believed that re-appointment of Mr Abdullah Gana as the Commandant General (CG) of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) is the best decision for Mr President will make toward sustaining the pleasant efforts and results recorded by NSCDC  in this regard. Mr Abdullah Gana is very ready and highly committed to take the NSCDC to its next level and continue his giant strides in the NSCDC if re-appointed by Mr President for a second tenure.’’

 

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Former Defence Minister General Abbe Passes On At 75

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Former Military Governor of Rivers and Akwa Ibom States, Major General Godwin Osagie Abbe, has passed away. He was 75.

Abbe served as the Military Governor of both Akwa Ibom State from 1988 to 1990, and River State from 1990 to 1992. He also held the position of Minister of Interior under President Umaru Yar’Adua’s administration where he was later redeployed to the ministry of defence

He died in Abuja on Saturday after a long illness.

His academic achievements include a Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations from Obafemi Awolowo University and attendance at the United States Army Infantry School, the Ghana Armed Forces Staff College, and the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies.

He rose through the ranks to become the General Officer Commanding of the 2 Division of the Nigerian Army, and commanded both the Training and Doctrine Command and the National War College.

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Abbe retired in 1999 at the rank of Major General and subsequently joined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

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World Bank Project in Kano Trains 1,000 Healthcare Personnel to Combat Malnutrition

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Dr. Umar Yahuza, the Project Coordinator for the World Bank-assisted initiative in Kano, known as Accelerating Nutrition Results in Nigeria (ANRiN), has announced the training of 1,000 healthcare personnel in a bid to provide preventive nutrition services to pregnant and lactating mothers.

During a workshop held for the training of healthcare workers, Dr. Yahuza addressed newsmen, highlighting the significance of the ANRiN project, which is funded by the World Bank. He explained that the project aims to change behavior from the grassroots and reverse the negative trends of malnutrition.

Kano State has made significant progress in reducing severe stunting by 9 percent, a notable achievement that underscores the need for continued improvement. Dr. Yahuza emphasized that the N774 being used to train frontline healthcare workers was initially unstructured.

The journey began with MYCN facilitators in Kano and Lagos, followed by the training of a critical mass of facilitators. Subsequently, 120 healthcare professionals from various health facilities in Kano, including medical doctors and dieticians, were trained.

Currently, training is underway for 484 apex healthcare facilities in Kano. The training is being conducted at eight different points, with 60 healthcare workers being trained at each location, totaling 1,000 trained healthcare personnel under the MYCN initiative.

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Dr. Yahuza expressed optimism about seeing an end to malnutrition in the region. He stated, “We are near to seeing an end to malnutrition. We are not late.”

One of the beneficiaries, Rahinatu Ado Ibrahim, shared her experience, saying, “We received capacity building, and there are available resources.”

The ANRiN project is designed to provide comprehensive support to healthcare workers, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to address malnutrition effectively. With continued efforts and collaboration, the project aims to improve the overall health and well-being of the population in Kano State.

 

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Stampede at Catholic Church in Maitama Claims Ten Lives During Food Distribution

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Ten people have been confirmed dead in a stampede at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama, on Saturday, 21st December 2024, during the distribution of food items to vulnerable and elderly individuals.

The unfortunate incident, which occurred around 6:30 am, resulted in the loss of ten lives, including four children, and left eight others injured with varying degrees of severity. Four of the injured have been treated and discharged, while the remaining victims are still receiving medical attention.

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The FCT Police Command, in a statement issued by its spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed the tragedy, extended condolences to the families of the deceased, and wished the injured a swift recovery.

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