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IsDB Approves $800 Million for Vital Development Projects”

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Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, – The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Board of Executive Directors has approved a total of US $800 million during its 352nd meeting in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, to finance critical projects to contribute in the development agenda of its member countries, improve the living conditions of its population and to enhance the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

In his report to the Board, the IsDB President and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors, HE Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser, expressed optimism that the approved projects in key sectors such as energy, education, health, and transportation will ameliorate the socio-economic challenges of the population in IsDB member countries, especially those in vulnerable communities and will also accelerate the drive to achieve significant targets of the SDGs. He said the Bank had made an emergency intervention to support the most vulnerable people affected by the conflict in Sudan. “The IsDB and ISFD contributions will deliver a multi-sectoral emergency response and provide life-saving support to approximately 125,000 people affected by the sudden outbreak of conflict in Sudan.” Dr. Al Jasser emphasized.
The financing of the projects is geared toward contributing to the development agenda and improving the living conditions of the population in IsDB member countries in line with the Realigned Strategic Goals of the IsDB Group’s revamped and unwavering commitment to supporting its member countries in their pursuit of prosperity and resilience, particularly during these challenging times. Key among the approved projects are the IsDB’s contribution of EUR 182.26 million to the Republic of Cote d’Ivoire and EUR 40.25 million to the Republic of Senegal to improve transportation in the region; the US$ 40 million and EUR 48.05 million to finance two projects related to improving the water, sanitation and health sectors in the Republic of Guinea; the EUR 46.57 million to Islamic Republic of Mauritania, and a US$ 19.8 million to the Republic of Mozambique to promote quality education in those countries.

Additionally, the Board approved US$ 200 million to the Kingdom of Bahrain and EUR 61.9 million to the Federal Republic of Nigeria to boost electricity transmission and innovation in the energy and IT sectors; EUR 128.17 million to the Republic of Togo to strengthen environmental structures and US$ 1.5 million to the Republic of Sudan support the most vulnerable people affected by the conflict in Sudan. And a US$ 5.46 million IsDB and ISFD contribution to reduce food insecurity in member countries affected by fragilities and conflict through the Tadamon Accelerator for Food Security Response Program.

Dr. Al Jasser described the approved projects by the Board, especially in promoting education and improving health, energy and IT sectors, as transformative and said they would significantly impact the attainment of the SDGs’ objectives.

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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.

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.

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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