The Inhumane Treatment Of Over 100 Minors Over Protesting Against Bad Governance Is Crime Against Humanity
-Rescue Movement.

The Rescue Movement For New Nigeria aka Rescue The Vulnerable Initiative has strongly condemned the inhumane treatment of the 125 people arrested during the 1st August, 2024 #Endbadgovernance protest of which over 100 of them are minor, describing the treatment as crime against humanity and calling on the federal government to immediately commencement investigation into the scenario as some of us still want to assume that such acts could be the handiwork of overzealous official.

This was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday November 2, 2024 by the National Director Media and Publicity of the group, Rev. Olorunmagba Emmanuel, stressing that watching the disturbing video of the malnourished minors that were brought from prison to the “court for trial after being detained for over 90 days, anyone with human sympathy cannot hold back tears. And this is a total shame to our country and those responsible should not go unpunished, if and only if the order for such treatment did not come from the federal government.

“The condition of the minors as can be clearly observed from the video shows that they must have subjeced to serious hunger and other kinds of maltreatment for protesting against hunger under a democratic government that all the key actors also protested against the government even when the situation of the country was still far better than it is, of which both the present president and the immediate past president were always at the forefront of protest against the then sitting government including leading protest against removal of subsidy that the same President Tinubu was leading protest against has come to now announce the removal of the same subsidy in a manner that has plunged the country into economy nosedive resulting in acute hunger that necessitated the August 1, 2024 protest”.

“In a sane society, even animals prepared for slaughter deserve better treatment than what was done to those minors for taking part in a peaceful protest demanding for better governance.

Stressing further that the “Justice Obiora Egwuatu who presided over the case, who could not hold back tears seeing as the minors were collapsing and some fainting, but still went ahead to give bail conditions that will be so difficult to meet, leading to taking the minors back to prison, one will want to wonder of our respected judge is being compelled by higher authority to hand down bail conditions to the very poor minors each with the sum of N 10 million naira, a suretie of someone not less than level 16 in the civil service with a means of identification. Yet in the same country a lawmaker that assaulted a bolt driver was granted bail in sum of N500,000.

“For minors arrested in Kano and some from Kaduna and brought to Abuja to be charged charged with terrorism by the Nigeria Police Force alleging that they intended to overthrow the government of president Bola Ahmed Tinubu is not only laughable, but a total shame to our country.

“We don’t only expect statement from the presidency over this dastardly acts, but appropriate action to really show that the actors are not acting on order from the presidency”, the statement concluded.

Shehu Sani Condemns Involvement of Minor in Protest , Tells FG to Release those Arrested

Senator Shehu Sani has described as most unfortunate and shameful for country’s democracy, the arrangement and participation of minors in protest.

The former lawmaker,who represented Kaduna Central Senatorial zone in the 8th Senate however, urged the federal government to withdraw the charges against them and return them to their states .

Senator Shehu Sani who is also a human rights activist stated this via his X handle today .

His words : “The arrangement of those minors for their participation in protest is most unfortunate and shameful for our country’s democracy.The FG should withdraw the charges against them and return them back to their states.”

FCAPT: A LEARNING INSTITUTE WITH DIFFERENCE.

BY COMRADE MUSA MOHAMMED

“The visiting journalists haven assessed these gigantic achievements called on the Federal government to partner seriously with the present leadership in the institution, because of it’s beautiful and transforming programmes that deserves commendation”.

Investigation conducted by teaming journalists has shown that significant achievements have been achieved in federal college of Agriculture, under the present administration of Dr. Muhammad Yusha’u Gwaram.

A team of journalists concerned with the development of education particularly in the North visited the institute in kano state, were they assess the achievements made so far under the able leadership of Dr. Yusha’u.

with simple view to encourage the leadership and for others to emulate “FEDERAL COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCE TECHNOLOGY”, a learning institute with difference”.

The investigative reporting conducted by the journalists, has shown that one of the gigantic achievements recorded was employment and deployment of additional qualified academic and non academic staff.

This no doubt will help in meeting up the demand of qualified staff in the institute.

The achievements recorded so far in the institution (FCAPT KANO ), is highly commendable.

For an institution of this magnitude to achieve the required success staffing is vital to this situation.

Similarly, investigation has shown that additional commitment was made by the leadership of the institution engaged sponsorship in training, conferences, and workshops with a view to boost academic excellence, whereby many academic staff enjoyed.

The leadership of the institute engaged in regular promotion of staff.

Dr. Yusha’u Gwaram’s emergence as substantive Provost in 2020 by the immediate-past President Muhammadu Buhari, has brought serenity by setting new path for the institution looking at the infrastructural and academic development his administration has recorded in the last two years, is a big development and testimony.

Also, to meet the standard of a developed learning institute that can compete with others globally, Dr. Yusha’u Gwaram was able to recruit more than 200 newly appointed staff both academic and non-academic.

Further investigation conducted by the visiting journalists, discovered that many projects were put in place by the present leadership of the College (institution), through IGR. Few are infrastructural developments, etc.

Disciplines and academic performances are the core of our today’s education.

However, our findings clearly showed that the Provost ( DR. YUSHA’U GWARAM) inculcate discipline among the staff and the students, encouraged in controlling students behaviour which boost their morals and general academic performance.

The visiting journalists haven assessed these gigantic achievements called on the Federal government to partner seriously with the present leadership in the institution, because of it’s beautiful and transforming programmes that deserves commendation.

BREAKING: Jubilation As Power Is Restored In Northern States

Electricity has been restored in four states under the Jos Electricity Distribution franchise – Plateau, Bauchi, Gombe, and Benue.

The power was restored at approximately 7:20 pm. on Wednesday. Our correspondent reports that residents of Jos, Plateau capital, erupted into jubilation when light was restored.

South-West Group Blasts House Reps Member over ‘Frivolous’ Comments on Work Minister

… Passes Vote of Confidence on Him

Odu’a Professionals Development Forum has condemned what it described as unhealthy and frivolous comments made by the Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Federal Roads Maintenance Agency, Remi Oseni, who claimed that the minister of works,Mr Dave Umahi had misplaced his priorities over the state of roads across the country.

The committee Chairman, who accused the Minister of neglecting his duty and priorities at an oversight meeting claimed the works Minister had “no plan for the nation.”

But in a reaction to the comments,Odu’a Professionals Development Forum in a statement signed by the Coordinator, Chief Olatunji Aborishade defended the Works Minister, saying,” it is unhealthy to insinuate that a committed Minister such as Umahi who has been working under stringent financial conditions, is a failure just within a year of being appointed.

According to the group,Umahi is one of the hardworking and productive Ministers who has demonstrated the courage and will to ensure that our roads are constructed with the requisite standard specifications.

While urging him to shun any form of diversionary scheme aimed at pulling him down at this critical period, the group cautioned him against joining issues with the lawmaker out of the regards for Nigerians National Assembly , especially Speaker of the House of Representatives,who appreciate his efforts .

The statement further reads : “We have carefully followed all the Ministers appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and discovered,No works Minister had ever had the courage to terminate contract and deal with big construction giants like Umahi.

“We are therefore urging the Works Minister to publish and document the success achieved with the N300bn projects used for over 330 roads, palliatives, and bridge repairs to avoid this kind of propaganda against him.

The group which, called on the House of Member to face his duty of lawmaking and leave members of the executive arm of government to their work with distractions, stated,”We are glad to inform him that Umahi has revealed that the Ministry of Works has reached over 85% completion in the procurement and execution of 330 road palliatives and bridge repairs.

Stating that ,”It is in the public domain that Umahi as Nigeria’s Minister of Works, has been recognized as one of the nation’s top-performing ministers in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.

“Since assuming office as Minister of Works, Umahi has embarked on numerous infrastructure projects, including the successful reopening of the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos after extensive maintenance works.

“And the award of Badagry-sokoto; Lagos- Calabar coastal highway, Lagos -Abeokuta ,Port Harcourt- Enugu Road, Calabar- Onitcha Road, Suleja -Minna Road, Abuja-Lokoja Road projects further solidified his reputation as a dedicated and effective leader.

“We recalled how he saved over 400 billion naira tax payers money fraudulently charged by the contractors handling the Abuja -Kano-Kano roads. For us, it’s a feat worthy of commendation rather than condemnation . Against this background,we passed vote of confidence on the Minister .

IFC, CBN JOIN FORCES TO BOOST PRIVATE SECTOR WITH $1BN FUNDING

By Nasir Dambatta

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has announced the signing of an agreement with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) aimed at boosting local financing to support the growth of private enterprises.

As a member of the World Bank Group, IFC revealed in a statement on Monday that the partnership seeks to provide over $1 billion in financing in the upcoming years. The collaboration will help manage currency risks and increase investments in the naira across key sectors of the economy, including agriculture, housing, infrastructure, energy, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as the creative and youth economy.

IFC also highlighted its active investment portfolio in Nigeria, which stands at $2.13 billion, making it the second highest in Africa.

The statement further noted, “IFC aims to significantly scale up its financing of critical sectors in Nigeria, with a goal of providing more than $1 billion in the coming years.

“Many of these sectors require local currency financing, and IFC’s partnership with the CBN is a key tool in expanding access.”

Makhtar Diop, managing director of IFC, commented on the partnership, emphasising its intent to address funding options. He stated that increasing access to affordable local currency financing for small businesses is vital to meet the rising demand for diverse funding options and to better manage currency risk.

“Our partnership with the Central Bank of Nigeria will enhance lending in Nigerian naira, fostering economic growth and creating jobs across the country,” he added.

Olayemi Cardoso, governor of the CBN, expressed that the agreement will significantly bolster the nation’s economic growth. He described the initiative as a groundbreaking effort that will unlock essential long-term local currency financing for private enterprises in Nigeria at economically viable rates.

Cardoso stated, “This collaboration marks significant progress in the CBN’s commitment to delivering innovative development initiatives through reputable third-party service providers, moving beyond traditional intervention programmes.

“It will serve as a catalyst for economic growth and advance the Federal Government’s agenda for economic diversification.”

Additionally, IFC affirmed its intention to continue utilising innovative financial instruments and strengthening partnerships to meet the increasing demand for local currency financing in emerging markets.

Over 2 weeks of persistent power outage in most part of Nigeria, another monumental national disaster

-Rescue Movement

Rescue Movement for New Nigeria aka Rescue the Vulnerable Initiative bemoans the persistent power outage in most part of northern Nigeria and some states in the south, that started over two weeks ago when the unfortunate news of national grid collapse broke out again. 

In a statement issued and made available to pressmen by the National Director, Media and Publicity of the group, Rescue Movement For New Nigeria, Rev Emmanuel Olorunmagba, he describes the round the clock total black out as “another monumental national disaster that is now killing the already crippling businesses across the country.

“In a country already passing through so much, economic disaster as the overbearing high cost of fuel occasioned by the removal of subsidy, has resulted in prices of goods tremendously skyrocketing and crippling businesses; then we again heard of collapse of national (electricity) grid that has become repeated unfortunate event since APC took over power. Then over two weeks there has been total black out in 17 out of 19 states of Northern Nigeria being Adamawa, Bauchi, Benue, Borno, Gombe, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kogi, Nasarawa, Niger, Plateau

Sokoto, Taraba, Yobe, Zamfara and some states in the southern part of Nigeria as well.

“This is already killing many small and medium scale businesses that had been groaning under the yoke of the negative consequences of the wrong, wrongly timed or wrongly implemented policies under this president Bola Ahmad Tinubu”. 

Wondering if this administration really care so much about the welfare of the citizens, the group notes that those so much affected as those selling frozen food like chicken, fish, turnkey etc as many are now crying as they are dumping them away due to how lack of power has resulted in the destruction of their items.

Lamenting further that, others that have generator that can power their businesses are struggling with buying fuel that is already over N1,000 pump price, yet it’s difficult for them to get and they have to be forced to buy black market at outrageous cost of N1,500 per liter. 

“This kind of terrible situation has never happened in the history of this country and even may be other part of the world. Where are we going in Nigeria?” he concluded.

PRESS RELEASE

Kagarko Local Government Constitutes 2024 Transition Committee.

In a step towards ensuring seamless transition of power and effective governance continuity, the Kagarko Local
Government of Kaduna State has constituted a Transition Committee to facilitate smooth handover process to
the Chairman-Elect, Hon. Muhuyideen Abdullahi Umar.

This Committee comprises representatives from both the incoming government and
the outgoing administration of Hon.Nasara Rabo, the Executive Chairman of Kagarko Local Government. The Committee will also arrange the ceremonies to usher in the new government.

The Transition Committee will be chaired by Dr. MURTALA ABDULLAHI, a seasoned administrator and public policy analyst.A highly resourceful scholar with specialization in Defence and Strategic Studies, Abdullahi served in different capacities for over two decades at the office of the Kaduna State Head of Service, Bureau of Establishment, Bureau for Public Service Reform and the Kaduna Bureau of Statistics.

MR. SARKI PHILIP ERESON, a lecturer in the Department of English and Drama, KASU, and a doctoral student at the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, will serve as Secretary to the Committee, which will soon be inaugurated.

Kagarko Local Government Transition Committee 2024:

1. Dr. Murtala Abdullahi, PhD. (Chairman)
2. Engr. Justin Ladan, MNSE
3. Shehu Musa Usman
4. Dennis Ryoku Gims
5. Shehu Isma’il Jere
6. Felicia I. Makama
7. The Council Secretary, Kagarko Local Government
8. Director Treasury, Kagarko Local Government
9. Director of Admin and Finance, Kagarko Local Government
10. Head of Works, Kagarko Local Government
11. Head of Health, Kagarko Local Government
12. Kagarko Local Government Education Secretary.Secretariat:
13. Abubakar Shehu Tyabo
14. Abdulmalik A. Ifedotun
15. Sarki Philip Ereson. (Secretary General and Head of Secretariat)

Brief Profile of Members of the Committee:

ENGR. JUSTIN LADAN,MNSE, obtained a bachelor’s degree in Metal Surgical Engineering from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. He was the pioneer head of Project and Physical Planning Department at the Kaduna State College of Nursing and Midwifery, Kafanchan. Engineer Ladan is an expert in procurement and Project Management. He is a COREN registered engineer and member, Nigerian Society of Engineers.

SHEH UMUSA USMAN,a former Interim Management Committee Chairman of Kagarko Local Government, holds a bachelor’s and MBA degrees from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.

He was also a Special Adviser to the Chairman of Kagarko local government, Special Adviser to the Governor of Kaduna State, and served as
Local Government Coordinator of Kaduna State Poverty Alleviation. Mr. Musa served two times as Financial Secretary of the All Progressive Congress(APC) in Kaduna State, and he is currently the State Vice Chairman (Zone III) of the APC.

DENNIS RYOKU GIMS worked
with the Kaduna State Board of Internal Revenue,1988-1993,Leadway
Assurance Co Ltd, 1995-2007, Shinning Light Insurance Brokers as General Manager,2007-2018, and Met insurance Brokers Ltd as Executive Director from 2018 to date. Gims is a registered member of various professional bodies such as Nigerian Institute of Marketing; Nigerians Institute of Management and Institute of Certified Public Administration. In addition to being ordained a Pastor with Restoration Bible Church, Pst. Ryokuis a respected community leader and philanthropist who served as President, Kenyi People Progressive Union. He is also a public affairs commentator and a stakeholder of the APC in Aribi Ward, Kagarko local government.

SHEHU ISMA’IL JERE: With a
bachelor of science degree in Accounting and master’s inBusiness Administration from BUK and ABU respectively, Shehu Jere is a highly qualified professional with extensive expertise in taxation and accounting. He earned his certification as a Certified National Accountant from the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria in 2022.In 2010, he became an Associate member of the Chartered Tax Institute of Nigeria. His progressive career path underscores his professional growth and leadership capabilities within the realm of taxation in Kaduna State, making him a key figure in the state ’s fiscal management landscape.

FELICIA INDOKA MAKAMA is a Permanent Secretary under the Office of the Executive Governor of Kaduna State. She is a responsible, committed and competent public officer with proven track record of ensuring that policies and procedures are properly implemented and followed, and that all stakeholders are properly informed and engaged. With a strong attention to detail and a keen understanding of the Sustain Agenda of His Excellency, Senator Uba Sani administration.She is committed to serving and advancing the goals of the government she represents.Felicia holds a Bachelor degree in Political Science and a master’s degree in Public Administration from Ahmadu Bello Universiity Zaria.

ABUBAKAR SHEHU TYABO is a public administrator interested in good governance, service delivery, and conflict resolution. He has worked with the
Kaduna State Government as Technical Assistant-Results Delivery Unit from 2018 to 2019 and Special Assistant- Programme Monitoring & Evaluation from 2019 to 2021. Abubakar is now working with the Kaduna State Programme Monitoring & Evaluation unit domiciled in Government House, Kaduna.

He attended the prestigious Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, Niger State,where he obtained a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration in 2014 before proceeding to Nile University Abuja to bag an MSc in Peace, Conflict and Strategic Studies in 2019. He is also an alumnus o Nigerian Defence Academy where he acquired Masters in Criminology & Forensic Psychology.

ABDULMALIK ADEGBOYE has been instrumental in public policy and program evaluation, holding significant roles across various government initiatives in Kaduna State. He served as a member of the secretariat of the Kaduna State Economic Transition Committee in 2019, providing insights and administrative support during a pivotal period.

His roles in the Kaduna State Government as Technical Assistant and subsequently as Special Assistant to the Governor on Programme Monitoring and Evaluation underscores his commitment to effective governance and transparency. Additionally, Abdulmalik currently contributes his technical expertise to the Kaduna State Payroll Implementation Team, ensuring accurate and streamlined operations.

He obtained a Bachelor of Technology in Statistics at the Federal University of Technology,Minna, in Niger State, and furthered his expertise with a Master’s in Development Studies from the Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna.He holds several certifications in the ICT space,which is critical to success in any project programme.

MUHUYIDEEN MEDIA CENTER (MMC)