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NURTW S’West leaders slam NLC over transport union’s crisis
NURTW S’West leaders slam NLC over transport union’s crisis
Some leaders of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in the South-West have blamed the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) led by Joe Ajaero over the lingering leadership crisis with the transport body.
The leaders gave the position in a statement issued on Tuesday under the auspices of the South-West NURTW Forum and signed by Alhaji Nosiru Komolafe, a two-term National Treasurer of the union.
They specifically accused the NLC of bias, claiming it decided to take sides when the crisis started.
They stated that if the leadership of the NLC had played its role as unbiased umpire the crisis could have been nipped in the bud.
This, they said, was not done and it allowed the crisis to fester, resulting in litigations and creation of factions.
Komolafe recalled, “The the union under Alhaji Najeem Usman Yasin adopted a rotational presidency so as to give all the six geopolitical zones a sense of belonging.
“And the whole arrangements started with Yoruba and Baruwa was put forward as the Yoruba candidate, despite serious opposition from Ogun State council, his home state.”
Komolafe explained that at Baruwa’s inauguration as president in 2019, all the six states in South West were under the umbrella of the union.
“But shortly after resuming office, he started causing confusion between the union and various state governments and because of his uncompromising attitude, nearly all the state governments in South West were forced to proscribe the union in their various states (Oyo,Ogun, Osun, Ondo and Lagos).
“So, by the time he was preparing for a second term, there was no union in the South West again to endorse him.”
He said the aggrieved members of the union from Lagos, Oyo and Ogun states wrote a series of protest letters/petitions to the NLC, stating all the alleged atrocities of Baruwa, but ignored them until the problems escalated.
He said, “And to our surprise, since the beginning of the crisis, the NLC has pitched its tent with Baruwa against the rest of union members.
“The NLC that’s supposed to be an impartial arbiter decided to take sides contrary to the disposition of the past leaders of NLC such as Pascal Bafyau, Abdulwahid Omar and Adams Oshiomhole had waded into the union crisis without necessarily aligning with any faction but the reverse is the case under Joe Ajaero who wants to install Baruwa at all costs because of his own selfish and sinister motive.”
According to him, members of the union, especially in the South-West cannot endure “another four years of suffering and stagnation under Baruwa, hence the decision to endorse Alhaji Musiliu Akinsanya as our candidate for the presidency.”
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Troops arrest four Ambazonian rebels in Taraba
Troops arrest four Ambazonian rebels in Taraba
Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 of the Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have arrested four suspected members of Ambazonian rebels in Taraba.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Ambazonia is a rebel group operating in neighbouring Cameroon Republic.
A statement on Saturday in Jalingo by Capt. Olubodunde Oni, Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations, said the suspects were arrested at a hotel in Takum town.
The statement said that acting on credible intelligence, the suspects were tracked and apprehended.
According to the statement, during initial interrogation, the suspects confessed to being part of the rebel group involved in arms proliferation in exchange for cocoa with their Nigerian collaborators.
It said that four mobile handsets were recovered from the suspects now in detention undergoing further investigation.
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The statement also said that in another operation following actionable intelligence, troops deployed at Natilde community in Bantaji District of Wukari Local Government Area intercepted a truck with registration number WKR 66 BB, transporting 19 pieces of stolen pipelines belonging to the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL).
It said that further collaborative efforts with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Wukari Division led to the recovery of an additional 11 pipes, bringing the total to 30.
“The recovered items have been handed over to the NSCDC Wukari Division for further investigation and necessary action.
“The 6 Brigade Nigerian Army will remain resolute in its commitment to safeguarding lives and property while ensuring the security of critical national infrastructure.
“We urge members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies to enhance our collective efforts in maintaining peace and security,” the statement added.
Troops arrest four Ambazonian rebels in Taraba
(NAN)
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NIMC warns against extortion, reaffirms free NIN enrollment
NIMC warns against extortion, reaffirms free NIN enrollment
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has issued a stern warning to the public, reiterating that enrollment for the National Identification Number (NIN) is entirely free of charge. The Commission emphasized that it neither charges nor authorizes its staff or Front End Partners (FEPs) to demand payment for NIN registration.
In a statement released on Friday by Dr. Kayode Adegoke, Head of Corporate Communications, NIMC reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy for extortion and pledged to take decisive action against offenders. To ensure compliance, the Commission has directed security agencies to identify and prosecute any staff or FEPs involved in such illegal activities.
“Anyone caught engaging in extortion will face sanctions in line with the provisions of the law, including the withdrawal of licenses for culpable FEPs,” the statement read.
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NIMC also urged the public to report any cases of extortion. Complaints can be sent via email to [email protected] or by calling 0700-2255-646. The Commission assured Nigerians that all reports would be thoroughly investigated, and appropriate measures would be taken to address any violations.
Reaffirming its commitment to efficient and transparent service delivery, NIMC pledged to provide seamless and hassle-free enrollment processes for all Nigerians. The Commission expressed its determination to eliminate corruption and protect citizens from exploitation during NIN registration.
This announcement is a clear signal of NIMC’s dedication to upholding integrity and ensuring that the NIN enrollment process remains accessible and free for all. Nigerians are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any attempts at extortion to help maintain the credibility of the system.
NIMC warns against extortion, reaffirms free NIN enrollment
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Like Ibadan, stampede claim 10 lives for Abuja Catholic church, 17 in Anambra
Like Ibadan, stampede claim 10 lives for Abuja Catholic church, 17 in Anambra
The stampede occurred on Saturday morning during an event for the distribution of rice and other palliatives at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in the Maitama area of Abuja.
It was gathered that the church had made it a point of duty to give back to the society every year.
Victims of the stampede are mostly women and children.
Confirming the incident, the FCT Police Command said ten individuals died, while eight others sustained varying degrees of injuries.
A statement signed by SP Josephine Adeh, Police Public Relations Officer, FCT Command, reads: “This tragic event, which happened at about 6:30 am, led to a stampede that claimed the lives of ten (10) individuals, including four (4) children, and left eight (8) others with varying degrees of injuries. Four (4) of the injured have been treated and discharged, while the remaining victims are receiving medical care.
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‘’To prevent such unfortunate incidents in the future, the Command hereby directs that all organizations, religious bodies, groups, or individuals planning any public event, charitable activity, or large gathering in the FCT must notify the Police Command in advance. This will allow the deployment of adequate security measures to ensure public safety and prevent avoidable tragedies.
“Failure to comply with this directive will result in the organizers being held liable for any incident or loss of life resulting from their negligence.
’The FCT Police Command remains committed to safeguarding lives and property in the Territory. Members of the public are encouraged to collaborate with the Police by adhering to these guidelines and promptly reporting emergencies through the FCT Control Room via 0803 200 3913 or 0806 032 1234”
In a related development, 17 residents of Okija community in Anambra state have reportedly lost their lives in a stampede.
The stampede was said to have occurred on Saturday morning during an event for the distribution of rice.
This comes days after the death of about 40 children following a stampede during a funfair in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
Like Ibadan, stampede claim 10 lives for Abuja Catholic church, 17 in Anambra
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