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Breast Cancer:CSOs Stage 3 Kilometer Walk to Raise Awareness in Bauchi

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The Walk in Bauchi

 

By Bashir Hassan Abubakar

In an effort to create more awareness on the scourge of Breast Cancer within communities, a coalition of three Bauchi based civil society organizations have commemorated this year’s October Cancer Month with a grand walk across major streets of Bauchi metropolis.

Addressing the crowd that turned out for the over 3 kilometer walk, a Consultant with the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH) Dr.Adamu Bala Ningi talked on the need for prevention and early detection of breast cancer, saying that “greater percentage of deaths from breast cancer occurs in Africa and it is due to late detection of the scourge. Usually by the time the patient comes to the hospital, the cancer has spread and eventually leads to death even after surgery”.

In an interview with some of the organizers, the founder of Alheri YS Foundation, Miss. Alheri Yusuf Sarauta said the objective of commemorating the breast cancer month was to bring to limelight the need for women to always seek for medical attention the moment they notice anomalies in their breast. She also dispute the myth that breast cancer cannot be cured pointing out that, “there are many survivors of breast cancer that are hale and hearty within our community. This was as result of the fact that the breast cancer was detected early enough by the victims and commenced medical treatment”.

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Also speaking to our correspondent, the CEO and Founder of AABA Life Foundation (ALFO) Aisha Adam Bappa said that for the first time they (Coalition of CSOs) saw the need to organise the walk in addition to series of public lecture to commemorate the breast cancer month.

Bappa thanked those that participated in the walk and also urged them to be breast cancer awareness champions. She also reiterated the resolve of the coalition to key into all global activities that seeks to bring the issues around breast cancer on national discourse.

Also, in an interview with a breast cancer survivor Ms. Elizabeth Kah, she also reiterated the need for women to always check their breasts for any signs of lumps, especially after menstruation.

Kah also agreed that early detection and treatment still remains the best option for surviving breast cancer pointing that, “I was able to detect the lump in my breast early and seek for medical attention. Today, 19 years after my surgery, I am still alive, healthy and full of energy”.

Receiving the placard carrying crowd that terminated the walk at the Government house Bauchi, the State Governor Bala Mohammed commended the effort of the CSOs for the first ever awareness walk on breast cancer in the State describing it as historic.

Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Barrister Ibrahim Kashim, the Governor expressed his appreciation for the thoughtfulness of the Youth for organising the breast cancer awareness campaign. He said the state government is committed to ensuring effective and efficient healthcare services in the State.

The breast cancer awareness walk which was held on the 31st October, 2022 was organised by three CSOs in Bauchi State, namely: Alheri YS Foundation, AABA Life Foundation (ALFO) and Barrister Ibrahim Kashim (BIK) Foundation.

Our correspondent reports that October of every year is being set aside globally to highlight issues around breast and cervical cancer with a view to giving victims hope and creating more awareness on prevention and early detection.

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Breaking: Tinubu Orders Release of Minors Arrested Over Endbadgovernance Protest

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President Bola Ahmad Tinubu

President Tinubu Orders release of all minors who participated in the Endbadgovernance protest .

 

The minister of information and national orientation Muhammad Idris stated this to state House correspondents.

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this while briefing State House correspondents, on Monday.

The Minister was flanked by the Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy; Sunday Dare, Special Adviser on Public Communications and orientation.

Idris stated that the President has instructed the Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, to begin the process of securing the minors’ release without delay.

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“The President has directed that all minors be released on the and also reunited with their families anywhere they are in the country. A committee has been set up to look at the issues surrounding their arrest, detention and release. All the law enforcement agents related to the case will be investigated and anyone found wanting will be brought to book,” he said.

 

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76 Detained Children: Northwest Youth-Students Forum hails Senator Barau, AGF’s prompt intervention

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The Northwest Youth and Students Forum (NWYSF) has expressed its heartfelt appreciation to the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin and the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, for their prompt intervention in the detention of minors by the Nigeria Police Force, following the End Bad Governance Protest.

The forum in a statement signed by its National Chairman, Abubakar Isyaku Balan said the swift action by the leaders will brings hope to the affected families and demonstrates a commitment to protecting the rights of vulnerable citizens nationwide.

He said “The giant move of the Deputy President of the Senate and the Attorney General of the Federal is no doubt a commendable one. We are proud of this and look forward to the release of the children courtesy of this movement.”

According to the statement, the NWYSF, as a forum comprising of talented youth and students, deemed it necessary to protectively initiate awareness programs that will enlighten the teeming youth on human rights and activism.

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“We acknowledge that the minors actions were driven by ignorance and a lack of proper orientation, underscoring the need for civic education and sensitization in the Northwest region. Addressing the underlying issues that led to this situation is crucial, rather than simply punishing the minors. This approach will foster a more informed and empowered youth.

“Considering the economic situation in the North, we urge the Federal Government to show compassion and release the detained minors, taking into account their age and circumstances. We also call on the government to provide support for their rehabilitation and education.

“In partnership with government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community leaders, NWYSF will develop sensitization initiatives focusing on empowering youths with knowledge of their rights and responsibilities, promoting understanding and respect for human rights and teaching alternative dispute resolution methods.

“In view of the above, by working together, we can prevent similar incidents and foster a more informed, peaceful, and inclusive society,” the statement added.

 

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ICPC Arraigns Provost, Lecturer for Certificate Forgery in Sokoto

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Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu ,ICPC Chairman

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned Hauwau Gimbiya Mukhtar Abdulkarim, the serving Provost of the Federal College of Education (Technical) (FCET), Gusau, alongside Abdullahi Boyi, a lecturer with the Sokoto State College of Education (SSCE), on alleged certificate forgery.

The duo were arraigned on a six-count charge, registered as charge No. SS/213c/2024, before Hon. Justice Muhammad Aliyu Sambo at the Sokoto State High Court. ICPC accused the two defendants of forging an appointment letter and using it to apply for the position of Provost at the Federal College of Education (Technical) Gusau, Zamfara State.

The defendants were also accused of making false statements to ICPC officers during the investigation, which is an offence under Section 25(1)(a) and punishable under Section 25(ii)(b) of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act 2000. “Both defendants, however, pleaded ‘not guilty’ to all six charges when read to them by the Court’s Registrar,” the ICPC revealed in a statement.

Counsel for the defendants, Dr. Muhammad Mansur Aliyu and Mr. M.S. Diri SAN, moved for bail applications on behalf of their clients. They requested the court to consider reasonable bail terms, citing the defendants’ “established positions and cooperation during the investigation.”

Counsel to the ICPC, Mr. Suleiman Ahmad, did not oppose the bail applications. Following the consideration of the applications, Hon. Justice Sambo granted bail under specific conditions designed to ensure the defendants’ continued presence throughout the trial proceedings.

The bail conditions require each defendant to provide two sureties who are permanent residents of Sokoto State, with each surety signing a bond of one million naira (₦1,000,000). After granting bail, the ICPC prosecutor requested a date for the trial to commence, emphasizing the Commission’s preparedness to present witnesses and evidence in support of the charges.

Hon. Justice Sambo adjourned the matter to November 21, 2024, when the hearing is set to begin. The prosecution is expected to call witnesses and introduce material evidence to substantiate the allegations.

The ICPC press release was signed by Demola Bakare, Acting Director of Public Enlightenment and Education, and Spokesperson for the Commission.

 

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