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2023:Army Charges Personnel To Be Non-Partisan

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The Chief Of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Faruk Yahaya, has charged officers and soldiers of the Nigerian army to remain non-partisan in the discharge of their duties during and after the 2023 general elections.

 

Yahaya, gave the charge at a two-day Career Planning and Management Seminar for officers of the Nigerian Army organised by the Department of Military Secretary on Tuesday in Abuja.

 

The COAS, who was represented by the Chief of Transformation and Innovation, Maj.-Gen. Charles Ofoche, said that military officers must be professional and above board in their conducts.

 

He said the seminar was part of efforts by the Nigerian army to ensure that its personnel remained professional in all their activities and operations across the country.

“I would like to use this forum to reiterate the need for all to remain nonpartisan as we approach the 2023 general elections.

 

“Efforts are in place to ensure that the conduct of officers and men before, during and after the election remain professional and above board.

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“I, therefore, urge you all to display highest professional conduct during the electioneering process,” he said.

 

The COAS said that involvement of the Nigerian army personnel in several operations across the country had brought to fore the need for efficient career planning to engender good leadership among officers.

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According to him, it has become imperative to improve our approach to career planning, and human resource management to ensure a balanced and rewarding career path for officers.

 

He said the seminar would avail the participants the opportunity to understand the new carrier policy decisions, analysis of the Nigerian army and the role of officers in realising the objectives of the policy.

 

“As members of the armed forces, we should be mindful of the need to adequately prepare to operate in joint environment and deploy them to where they can efficiently develop novel plans, processes, and strategies to meet the changing nature of the battle space.

 

“Therefore, it is imperative that we maintain momentum while motivating our officers and men through an efficient and balanced career planning process,” he said.

 

The Military Secretary (Army), Maj.-Gen. Jamal Abdulsalam, said the seminar was in realisation that human resource management contributes in no small measure to the professional development of personnel for optimal performance in joint and single service operations.

 

Abdulsalam said the seminar was designed to facilitate the understanding of guidelines required to position the Nigerian army officers.

 

According to him, this is to enable them meet the global best practices and the demand for efficiently carrying out the responsibility of planning careers for army officers.

 

He said the need for understanding of career related issues had been compounded by the involvement of Nigerian army in a wide range of operations.

 

“The department has observed the insufficient understanding of career related issues among officers.

 

“This has been compounded by the involvement of the Nigerian army in a wide range of operations and an increase in the number of commissioned officers in recent past.

 

“These factors have significantly affected career planning and thus require a determined approach to military human resource management,” he said.

 

The military secretary said the theme for the seminar, “Career planning and Management, Prerequisite for a Professional Nigerian Army”, was unambiguously couched pursuant to COAS’ vision.

 

He said the Chief of Army Staff placed high premium on training and retraining of officers in line with his command philosophy which include professionalism, readiness and administration. (NAN)

 

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Arewa APC Merger Group Promises to Stop Alleged Politically Motivated Protests in Nigeria.

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The Arewa APC Merger Group has issued a stern warning against a series of politically motivated protests allegedly sponsored by individuals and groups agitated by separatist agendas.

According to the group, these protests are orchestrated by enemies of Nigeria who aim to destabilize the nation’s unity.

In a statement signed by Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa, the National Coordinator of the group, the Arewa APC Merger Group and made available to press emphasized their commitment to supporting the current APC government.

The statement, issued in Abuja, expressed the group’s resolve to counter any protest efforts intended to sow discord and undermine national cohesion.

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They accused a prominent political figure, as strongly associated with these protests.

Despite his public denials, the Arewa APC Merger Group has declared his involvement “unacceptable.”

They accuse him and his supporters of attempting to manipulate public sentiment for political gain.They stated that the denial of political figured hands in plan protest cannot be accepted because there is sign of hands of some of his supporters in the affairs.

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“The Arewa youths are steadfast in their allegiance to the APC government,” Zaitawa stated.

“We are ready to dedicate ourselves to stopping these politically motivated protests. Our unity and support for the government are crucial in maintaining peace and stability in Nigeria.”

The group called on all Nigerians to reject any actions that threaten the nation’s unity and to stand together in support of the government.

The Arewa APC Merger Group reiterated their commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s integrity and ensuring that the country remains united against divisive elements.

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Dangote Refinery :Kwankwaso Calls for National Protection of the Vital Asset

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NNPP national leader Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso expressed his admiration for the dedication and quality that went into establishing Dangote Refinery .

Senator Kwankwaso stated this when he visited the refinery said , “I was privileged to visit the magnificent Dangote Refinery, and I was marveled by the sheer commitment that went into the quality of its establishment.”

The 650,000 barrels per day (bpd) refinery, a cornerstone for Nigeria’s energy needs and economic stability, was hailed by Kwankwaso as a vital national asset that must be safeguarded from any threats.

He emphasized the importance of the refinery, stating, “This 650,000 bpd refinery is essential for our energy needs and economic stability, and it must be protected from all forms of threat.”

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Kwankwaso criticized the unwarranted controversies surrounding the refinery, attributing them to vested interests aiming to undermine the project. “The creation of unnecessary fuss around its integrity by some vested interests is very unfortunate, and it stands to undo all the years of hard work to maintain the fragile investor confidence in our economy,” he stated.

Calling for unified support to protect the refinery, Kwankwaso urged the government to act decisively. “It’s time for us to rally around this National Asset to ensure that the monumental project does not fail. It cannot fail, and the Nigerian government must understand this by demonstrating fairness and confidence in both domestic and foreign critical investments,” he concluded.

Senator Kwankwaso’s visit serves as a milestone   emphasizing the importance of national unity and governmental support in preserving and enhancing key infrastructure projects like the Dangote Refinery for the benefit of Nigeria’s future.

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Dangote, NNPC Spat: Shareholders Condemn Demarketing of Dangote Refinery

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Shareholders have strongly defended Africa’s foremost industrialist, Aliko Dangote over the on-going petroleum product supply controversies, while criticising the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Farouk Ahmed, for deliberate attempt at demarketing Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals.

The shareholders under the aegis of Pragmatic Shareholders Association of Nigeria (PSAN) in a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Mrs. Bisi Bakare, expressed dismay over the recent allegations from the petroleum regulatory agency regarding the quality of diesel produced by Dangote Petroleum Refinery.

 Dangote has ensured that the bulk of his business investments are local, contributing significantly to economic development through tax payments, extensive job creation, and consistent returns for shareholders,” she added.

The shareholders group strongly condemned what they termed as “unwarranted efforts to demarket the refinery” by regulatory bodies. They cautioned that such actions could deter both local and international investors and undermine government efforts to stabilise fuel prices and ensure availability.

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We must rally around Dangote Refinery,” Mrs. Bakare urged, “to provide crucial support such as crude oil allocation, cooperation from international oil companies, and regulatory agency collaboration.” She stressed the refinery’s potential to save Nigeria over 30% in foreign exchange currently spent on offshore refining, which could significantly alleviate the country’s foreign exchange challenges.

“As shareholders,” Mrs. Bakare affirmed, “we remain steadfast in our support of Alhaji Aliko Dangote’s vision to bolster the nation’s economy and create more opportunities for our citizens.”

PSAN is the latest to join the growing list of Nigerians rallying support for Dangote in the ongoing standoff. Prominent figures and associations such as the President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina; billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola; federal lawmakers; former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar; former Anambra state governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi; Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA); and the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria have all voiced their support for Dangote Refinery.

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