“The terrorists took advantage of the gaps in cooperation between both countries and exploited difficult terrains to make incursions in remote areas in some North Western states to spread their ideology,” he said.
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More flooding coming, FG warns states, residents, assesses Borno situation
More flooding coming, FG warns states, residents, assesses Borno situation
The Federal Government has clarified that the recent flooding near the Alau Dam in Borno State was not due to a collapse but rather excessive rainfall and climate change impacts. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev, offered condolences to the people of Borno State and warned that the worst of the flooding is not yet over, with more water expected.
The minister reminded the public that flood risk assessments identified 31 states, including Borno, as high-risk areas. He emphasized that technical teams from various government agencies, including the Chad Basin Development Authority, are currently assessing the damage and devising solutions.
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Prof. Utsev cautioned residents about the potential risks of contaminated water and the spread of waterborne diseases. He also expressed concerns about potential river flooding along the Niger and Benue rivers, urging states to remain alert and take preventive measures.
The Federal Government, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approval, has allocated N108 billion for flood prevention efforts across the 36 states. The minister called on state governments to follow early warning systems and implement preventive actions to minimize the impact of future floods.
In addition, the minister explained that many dams across the country are struggling to manage the excess water caused by increased rainfall. As part of the government’s long-term response, plans are underway for dam rehabilitation, with budget allocations set for 2024 and 2025. He assured affected communities that the Federal Government remains committed to supporting and preventing further disasters.
More flooding coming, FG warns states, residents, assesses Borno situation
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[Breaking] Ondo election: Aiyedatiwa defeats Ajayi, wins all 18 LGs
[Breaking] Ondo election: Aiyedatiwa defeats Ajayi, wins all 18 LGs
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has won the Ondo State governorship election.
Aiyedatiwa defeated the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Mr Agboola Ajayi, securing the majority of votes across the state’s 18 local government areas.
ONDO STATE GUBERNATORIAL ELECTION RESULTS (UPDATED)
1– Akure North
APC 14, 451
PDP 5, 787
2–Okitipupa
- APC 26, 811
- PDP 10, 233
3—Akoko Northeast
APC 25, 657
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INEC: We’ve deployed 4,002 BVAS for Ondo gov poll
INEC: We’ve deployed 4,002 BVAS for Ondo gov poll
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has deployed 4,002 Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) machines for the Saturday governorship election in Ondo State.
The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Ondo State, Mrs Oluwatoyin Babalola, said this on Friday in Akure, the state capital.
She said the commission had also deployed additional 812 BVAS machines as reserve in case any of the deployed machines developed faults.
“We are ready. We have created enough voter awareness through the multiple channels we deployed for the exercise. We have engaged, recruited our ad-hoc staff, SPOs, presiding Officers and Assistant Presiding Officers,” Babalola said.
She said over 30,000 security personnel had been deployed for the election and briefed on the mode of operation as part of efforts to ensure a hitch-free election.
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She said, “The security agencies have given us assurance. We trained them to be professional and be committed to the job they engage in.
“We also taught them our process. You know, when you don’t know someone else’s process, some things you think are not right, some things you think are wrong. So we have trained them and they have cascaded this training to their commands.”
She assured that the commission would activate the Registration Area Centres (RACs) earlier than usual to ensure early deployment of voting materials to the polling units.
“Most vehicles are on their way to the RAC because we are going to activate RACs very early. We don’t want to activate RACs in the night so that they would have settled in and they’ll be ready for the election tomorrow (Saturday).
“Our people are on the field now and we are just awaiting feedback for them to arrive at their various destinations,” Babalola said.
INEC: We’ve deployed 4,002 BVAS for Ondo gov poll
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New terror group now operating in Kebbi, Sokoto – Defence HQ
New terror group now operating in Kebbi, Sokoto – Defence HQ
The Nigerian Military has said that a new terror group has been identified in the country.
The Defence Headquarters on Thursday morning said the group is in operation in Kebbi and Sokoto States.
Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, revealed that this group is affiliated with jihadi organizations in Mali and Niger.
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The emergence of this new terror group is attributed to the political instability in Mali and Niger, which has led to a spill-over effect in Nigeria’s northwestern region.
New terror group now operating in Kebbi, Sokoto – Defence HQ
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