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Accepting #EndSARS protesters demands made them bold and violent – President Buhari

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President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday claimed that his regime’s call to simply accept the demands by youths who protested against the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad of the Nigeria Police Force emboldened them to become violent.

 

His Special adviser on Media and publicity, Femi Adesina, in a very statement, quoted the President as speaking throughout a virtual meeting he had with former Nigerian leaders.

The statement was titled, ‘How EndSARS protest was hijacked; misdirected, President Buhari tells former Heads of State.’

Adesina quoted the President as locution:

“We accepted all the demands and proceeded immediately to scrap SARS and started the process of addressing the other demands.

“Unfortunately, the protesters refused to call off the protest and engage the government to address their grievances.

“Instead, they became emboldened and gradually turned violent.”

 

The presidential aide more quoted Buhari as expressing concern that within the mayhem that ensued, several lives are lost, variety of public and personal properties fully destroyed or vandalised.

He aforementioned the President reiterated his pledge to Nigerians in his nationwide broadcast on Thursday.

We will continue to improve good governance through our democratic process including through sustained engagement.

“We shall also continue to ensure that liberty and freedom, as well as the fundamental rights of all citizens are protected. Here, I want to also reaffirm our commitment to preserving the unity of this country.”

 

 

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    Federal Government Allocates N12.7 Billion for Prepaid Meters in Army Barracks Nationwide

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    In a significant development, the Minister of Power, Mr Adebayo Adelabu, has announced that the Federal Government has released N12.7 billion to facilitate the installation of prepaid meters in Army barracks across Nigeria, Aso Naija Reports.

    This financial allocation is part of the N40 billion specifically designated for the mass metering project.

    Bolaji Tunji, the special adviser on strategic communication and media relations to the minister, made this statement on Monday, March 18, 2024.

    The initiative is set to span six weeks in its initial phase, after which the second phase will commence.

    By implementing mass metering in army barracks formations nationwide, the government aims to accurately measure monthly electricity consumption, thereby ensuring appropriate billing and facilitating efficient collection processes.

    The overarching goal of this endeavor is to eradicate estimated billing entirely, consigning it to the annals of history.

    This objective aligns with President’s vision as outlined in the renewed hope agenda, which prioritizes uninterrupted electricity supply to the armed forces and ensures they can enjoy essential public utilities without inconvenience.

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    Breaking : Unidentified Gunmen Storm Kaduna Community, Abduct 87 Individuals in a Recent Attack

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    In a recent incident of violence, a Kaduna State community known as Kajuru-Station has fallen victim to the onslaught of unidentified gunmen, Aso Naija Reports.

    Disturbing reports indicate that no less than 87 individuals have been forcefully abducted during this heinous attack.

    The attack took place on the night of Sunday, March 17, 2024, as the community was thrown into turmoil. Under the cover of darkness, the terrorists launched an assault, breaching shops and brazenly looting essential supplies and valuable items.

    Shockingly, this assault occurred a mere two days following a similar incident in the nearby Dogon-Noma community within the same local government area.

    In that previous attack in Kaduna, 15 women and one man were abducted, leaving the community gripped by fear and insecurity.

    The authorities are actively investigating these incidents, striving to apprehend the perpetrators and bring them to justice. The safety and well-being of the affected individuals remain a top priority as efforts are intensified to secure their safe return to their families and restore calm to the region.

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    Electricity Distributors: Nigerian Government’s Electricity Debt Amounts to N100 Billion

    The Nigerian government is facing a significant challenge as it accumulates an outstanding debt of N100 billion in unpaid electricity bills, according to the Association of Nigerian Electricity Distributors.

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    In a recent interview with Arise TV, Sunday Oduntan, the Executive Director of the Association of Nigerian Electricity Distributors, disclosed that the Nigerian government has an outstanding debt of approximately N100 billion in unpaid electricity bills, Aso Naija Reports.

    Oduntan emphasized the importance of the government fulfilling its obligations in creating a conducive environment for energy distributors in the country.

    Furthermore, the executive director highlighted that the accumulated debt owed by various Ministries, Agencies, and Departments (MDAs) amounts to N100 billion.

    Oduntan pointed out that the recent situation where the Abuja electricity distribution company had to resort to public advertising to draw attention to the unpaid bills by the presidential villa could have been avoided if the government had been prompt in settling its electricity dues.

    “I have consistently emphasized that all parties need to fulfill their responsibilities.

    The government should always strive to create a favorable business environment and fulfill its financial obligations.

    It was only a few weeks ago that news went viral about the outstanding electricity bill owed by the Nigeria presidential villa.

    Additionally, the bill remained unpaid until Abuja DisCo placed an advertisement to bring it to the attention of the President.”

    “It might surprise you to discover that there are ministries, departments, and agencies that also owe significant amounts to Abuja Disco.

    In essence, the total outstanding debt owed by the MDAs amounts to N100 billion.

    We have been raising this issue for quite some time. The debts did not accumulate overnight; they are not politically motivated or intended to cause mischief. We are simply stating the facts and seeking solutions,” stated Oduntan.

    Also, it was reported that President Bola Tinubu issued a directive for the settlement of the N342.3 million outstanding electricity bill debt owed to the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company.

    The directive followed the completion of an account reconciliation process between the State House Management and AEDC.

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    Terrorists Are Easy To Contact If Nigerian Government Is Ready To Give Them Education, Healthcare And Stop Bombing Their Wives, Children —Sheikh Gumi

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    Controversial Islamic scholar, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has claimed that gaining access to terrorists is easy if the Nigerian Government is ready to dialogue with them, Aso Naija gathered.

    Gumi said this while reacting to the abduction of over 280 schoolchildren and staff members in Kaduna State last week

    Gumi during an interview with Arise News TV on Thursday night insisted that the best way to rescue all the abducted children and other residents was for the government to use a non-kinetic approach.

    Gumi, via an earlier press statement, had said he was ready to engage the terrorists who kidnapped the schoolchildren from Kuriga Government Secondary and LEA Primary Schools in the Chikun local government area of Kaduna State.

    Giving more clarification on his relationship with the terrorists, the Islamic cleric said they were becoming more hostile because the Nigerian government had been threatening to kill them.

    He said, “We are seeing that these bandits are getting more and more vicious. Before they didn’t do what they do. Now they are heading to softer targets, as the military man has said.

    “We can only attribute that to the kinetic approach, which is overemphasised when we talk. When we hear politicians talking about kinetics, nothing is done to overcome these people.

    “But let me give you an example: we are fighting bandits. They are anonymous, they are phantoms. How can you fight somebody you don’t even know? We said let’s go in, let’s know them, let’s map them out. Map them means know who they are, where they belong or all this intelligence information is virtually not there.

    “How can you know somebody from satellites, from drones? And the harsh-handed approach to the matter is what is making it worse. Now they are kidnapping small children and they are threatening death, which they didn’t do before. So I think what ought to be done is let’s go back to the drawing board and truly be non-kinetic.

    “You know when we had victims of the train attack, a committee was set by the military then and the former government and they were able to contact them, the same way journalists have been able to contact them. They are not that difficult to contact.

    “But what you don’t know is their foot soldiers. You need a programme just like you have for the Niger Delta, a programme which will bring them out of their forest. With the promise of educating them, giving them healthcare, giving them a peaceful life.

    “This is how you entice people to avoid violence and militancy. But when you continue dropping bombs. In fact, they drop bombs on their children and women so they will find no sympathy and empathy for our own children. ‘This is it. An eye for an eye. This is what is happening. So we have to change our tactics. We have to change our style. What we have been doing has not been productive, but we think that if we can have a chat with them, we can have a dialogue with them and understand them and promise them what we can do and I think that is a better way.”

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    Chief of Defence Staff Urges EFCC to Track Terrorism Funders in Nigeria to Address Insecurity

    This move aims to combat terrorism globally and highlights the need for stronger measures to trace funds related to terrorist activities.

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    The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has appealed to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to intensify efforts in tracking the sources of terrorism funding within the country, Aso Naija Reports.

    He emphasized that this approach is crucial in combating terrorism on a global scale and requested the EFCC’s assistance in tracing funds associated with terrorist activities.

    In a statement released on Friday by Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, the Director of Defence Information, it was revealed that General Musa made these remarks during a visit by Ola Olukoyede, the Executive Chairman of the EFCC, in Abuja.

    General Musa expressed his concern over the leniency of the country’s legal system, lamenting that it has led to delays in prosecuting suspects.

    He emphasized that such delays pose significant challenges for the military in addressing security threats.

    The statement read, “The CDS called for the tracking of terrorism funding in Nigeria, being one of the non-kinetic means of fighting terrorism across the globe.

    The CDS further informed the Chairman of the Anti-Graft body that AFN synergizes with the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited and other stakeholders to fight oil theft in the country.

    He lamented that the issues of blocking loopholes brought about by the siphoning of oil and the soft legal system which delays the prosecution of suspects have been major challenges.”

    Additionally, General Musa advocated for the installation of Closed-Circuit Television Cameras (CCTV) at strategic locations to enhance crime prevention efforts throughout the country.

    He asserted that the use of census data and CCTV installations at key points would be instrumental in curbing corruption, terrorism, and other forms of insecurity.

    The Chief of Defence Staff emphasized that the military maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward corrupt practices and highlighted the adoption of General Court Martial proceedings as a means to hold accountable any personnel found involved in misconduct.

    Furthermore, General Musa urged the EFCC chairman to encourage public officeholders and individuals in positions of authority to uphold good governance as a preventive measure against economic instability and insecurity.

    In response, Ola Olukoyede, the Chairman of the EFCC, emphasized the imperative of winning the war against corruption, which has not only damaged the nation’s economy but also tarnished its reputation.

    He cautioned that without decisive action, the country’s future could be jeopardized within the next decade.

    Olukoyede proposed that cognitive responsibility must be embraced by the military and other security agencies to mitigate the impact of corruption and insecurity.

    He underscored the need for collaborative efforts between the EFCC, the military, and other security agencies in combating corruption, stating that the fight against corruption should be a shared responsibility among all citizens.

    The joint commitment of the Chief of Defence Staff and the EFCC signifies a concerted effort to track terrorism funding, strengthen legal processes, enhance surveillance measures, and combat corruption, thereby contributing to the overall security and stability of Nigeria.

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