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Disaster: Heavy Downpour Claims 120 Lives, Displaces 39,500 In Bauchi

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ABUJA – The International Or­ganisation for Migra­tion (IOM) in Nigeria said 120 people have died or been injured in Bauchi State due to flooding and other extreme weather conditions in the State between September 1st to 12 September 2022.

According to IOM’s Dis­placement Tracking Matrix (DTM), unprecedented heavy rainfall, in combination with spillage when the Lagdo dam in Northern Cameroon was opened to release excess water, has displaced over 39,500 people in the North East.

The United Nations migra­tion agency, said over 15,000 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) are in immediate need of accommodation.

IOM is providing emergen­cy shelter and other assistance to some of the tens of thou­sands of people affected by ongoing deadly flooding in the North-East of the country.

Heavy rainfall and strong winds have caused serious damage to shelters and infra­structure in camps and other sites for IDPs since the onset of Nigeria’s rainy season in June.

IOM is providing relief items including blankets, kitchen sets, mattresses and floor mats, and will also pro­vide emergency shelter to more than 1,500 internally displaced persons.

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However, IOM said funding remains a major challenge to scaling up the response.

“Due to the extent and na­ture of the floods, if adequate actions are not taken now, the well-being of IDPs will be gravely impacted,” said IOM Nigeria Acting Chief of Mission Prestage Murima, insisting that “Flood-prone communities could face pro­tracted food insecurity if their farmlands are affected.”

Communities across Bor­no, Adamawa, Yobe and other states within the northeast re­gion have been witnessing flash floods since June, which have destroyed farmlands, shelters and sources of livelihood.

In Borno State alone, six camps hosting 15,618 IDPs were destroyed, increasing depen­dence on humanitarian assis­tance; over 8,400 households are in immediate need of shelter.

Some IDPs are living tempo­rarily with relatives in nearby camps and public buildings such as schools and markets.

“This situation has added new challenges and complex­ities for the displaced popu­lations like camp congestion and delays in delivery of basic services,” Murima said.

According to the United Na­tions Office for the Coordina­tion of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA)’s latest Humanitarian Needs Overview, 8.4 million people in the North-East States of Borno, Adamawa and Yobe are in need of humanitarian aid in 2022.

The 12-year conflict in the region has spread to areas sur­rounding Lake Chad, causing one of the world’s most severe and complex humanitarian

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‘We’re not hiring,’ NNPC denies viral recruitment adverts

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‘We’re not hiring,’ NNPC denies viral recruitment adverts

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company, (NNPC) Limited has warned the public to beware of fraudulent recruitment advertisements circulating online, stating that it is not conducting any hiring process at the moment.

In a statement issued on its official X handle on Friday, the state-owned oil company cautioned job seekers against falling victim to fake recruitment schemes, emphasizing that all legitimate job openings would only be announced through its official channels.

“The general public is hereby informed that NNPC Limited is not recruiting.

“Official recruitment announcements will only be made through our website and verified social media platforms,” the statement read.

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The company reiterated that its recruitment process is “transparent, merit-based, and requires no external assistance.”

The company urged Nigerians to disregard any unofficial job advertisements that claim to be from NNPC Ltd., as they could be attempts to defraud unsuspecting applicants.

The management further assured the public that it remains committed to upholding the integrity of its hiring process and would notify Nigerians whenever recruitment officially commences.

“We advise the public to always verify information directly from our official platforms to avoid being misled by scammers,” the company stated.

The company urged individuals to report any suspicious recruitment advertisements falsely linked to NNPC Ltd. to the appropriate authorities.

 

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Communal Clash: Gov Adeleke imposes new curfew on Ifon, Ilobu communities

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Communal Clash: Gov Adeleke imposes new curfew on Ifon, Ilobu communities

In response to the resurgence of hostilities between Ifon and Ilobu communities, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has imposed curfew on Ifon and Ilobu communities in Orolu and Irepodun Local Government Areas, respectively.

Kolapo Alimi, the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, announced the new directive in a statement issued in Osogbo on Friday, emphasizing the government’s determination to prevent further escalation of the crisis.

“Following a resurgence of the crisis between Ifon and Ilobu communities, Gov. Ademola Adeleke, in a move to curb its further spread, has announced a new curfew time frame from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. daily, until lasting peace is restored,” he said.

Expressing deep concern over the renewed violence, the governor condemned the fresh outbreak of communal clashes.

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“Gov. Ademola expressed unhappiness and dissatisfaction with the breakout of fresh communal crises in Ilobu and Ifon.

“To this end, the governor has directed that the initial 10:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. curfew on the communities now be extended to 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., effective today, Friday, March 21, until further notice,” Alimi stated.

The commissioner further revealed that a joint security team, comprising the Nigerian Army, Police, and Civil Defence, had been instructed to sustain 24-hour surveillance in the affected areas to uphold law and order.

“In addition, the governor directed that an immediate stakeholders’ meeting, including the Olufon of Ifon, the Olobu of Ilobu, and other stakeholders from both communities, be held tomorrow, Saturday, to discuss further resolutions of the conflict,” he added.

Governor Adeleke called on residents, traditional rulers, and all stakeholders to embrace peace.

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BREAKING: IGP redeploys 38 police commissioners

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BREAKING: IGP redeploys 38 police commissioners

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered the immediate posting of 38 Commissioners of Police to various State Commands and Police Formations.

The deployment comprises 9 commissioners of police to key state commands and an additional 29 CPs to various police formations across the country.

A statement signed by Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, on Friday, said the commissioners of Police deployed to state commands include CP Ibrahim Balarabe Maikaba to Zamfara State, CP Bretet Emmanuel Simon to Taraba State, CP Christopher Ado Emmanuel to Yobe State, CP Olusegun Eyitayo Omosayin to Cross-River State, CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman to Niger State, CP Sani Omolori Aliyu to Bauchi State, CP Bello Shehu to Katsina State, CP Saka Adewale Ajao as Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), and CP Ojo Adekimi to Kwara State.

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“In addition to these State Command appointments, the deployment also includes the posting of 29 CPs to various police formations as part of a broader effort to address rising security challenges and ensure effective policing that is responsive to community needs. Each CP will be tasked with implementing tailored strategies that reflect the unique requirements of their respective formations, ensuring that policing is both proactive and effective.

“The IGP charges the newly deployed CPs to prioritize their responsibilities in curbing insecurity and misconduct, reinforcing the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to uphold law and order through robust intelligence-led policing. This deployment reflects the dedication of the new Police leadership to ensure that the Nigeria Police Force is well-equipped to address the challenges of maintaining peace and security in the country,” the statement said.

 

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