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We are paying ransoms with loans—Niger State residents

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May 1, 2021

– Bandits’ attacks in Niger State have escalated in recent months with deadly cases recorded almost on a daily basis. The bandits attack and ransack villages, abducting the inhabitants for ransoms and subjecting even the women and children to untold horror. The security apparatus appears to be overwhelmed by all this and seems to be losing the battle. JUSTINA ASISHANA visited Munya, one of the most affected local government areas, and reports on the plight of its inhabitants.

Asabe Mathew, a middle-aged woman sat in a pensive mood in front of a classroom at the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp at Central Primary School, Sarkin Pawa, Munya Local Government Area, Niger State gazing intensely at something that only her own eyes could see. She was brooding over the horror she had passed through since the bandits that hold a significant part of Niger State to ransom abducted her daughter and son, forcing her to sell everything she owned to pay for their release.

“They have finished me, as I am now,” she said as her eyes glistened with tears. “I have sold all my farm produce and I have loans to pay because I had to borrow money to pay the ransom for my children abducted by bandits. Now I have absolutely nothing left.”

Recalling how her two children were kidnapped by bandits and how she had to raise money as ransom to redeem them, she said: “My son was kidnapped when he was returning from school, and we were asked to pay one million naira to rescue him. What can I do? I had to pay because if I didn’t, they would kill him. I sold my farm produce, added my salary to the proceeds and also obtain a loan to raise the sum demanded as ransom.

“My daughter was also kidnapped. But that happened before they kidnapped my son. We also had to pay a ransom to rescue her. Right now, I don’t have anything left. It has not been easy for us in Munya.”

But Asabe was not alone in her plight. Mohammed Isah currently has two of his sons in the den of the bandits while he currently stays at the IDP camp at the Central Primary School, Sarkin Pawa. His two sons were taken in a recent attack on his Dangunu community in Munya Local Government Area.

He said: “Yesterday, before I ran to this camp, two of my sons were taken on motorcycles when the thieves came to our village. They have not been released because we do not have money to pay for their release. What they asked for is in millions. Where will I get it from? I cannot go back to the village to take my farm produce and sell because that will be equal to dying.”

The Vice-Chairman of Munya Local Government Council, Hon. Luka Garba, is not left out of the ordeal. Two months ago, he lost his younger brother to the bandits. According to him, his younger brother was a member of the local vigilantes in Kachu village and was killed during an ambush.

Rising spate of insecurity in Munya LG

Munya is a local government area on the border between Niger and Kaduna states. Because it shares border with Kaduna State, many inhabitants of the local government area believe that most of the bandits come from Kaduna to carry out their attacks.

Banditry attacks in Munya Local Government Area began about six years ago and have literally turned the area into a terror zone everyone avoids like leprosy. The bandits make sporadic attacks in villages, maiming, killing and abducting people with reckless abandon.

The situation has crippled socio-economic activities in the local government as the farmers can no longer go to their farms for fear of being attacked. Traders who used to go to the local government area to buy farm produce are no longer turning up, causing revenue generation in the local government to reduce drastically.

On April 21, bandits invaded a military camp in Zazzaga community in the local government area barely two weeks after they attacked the military base in Allawa, Shiroro Local Government Area, killing five soldiers and a mobile policeman and burning down the base before they moved into the communities where they also killed seven people and abducted several others.

The majority of bandit attacks occurring in Munya Local Government Area go unreported because much of the focus is on Shiroro Local Government Area of the state probably because of the latter’s economic importance as the host of one of the country’s major power stations.

The attacks are usually carried out with the aid of motorcycles.

When the reporter visited Munya Local Government’s headquarters two days after the attack in the military camp in Zazzaga community, some women were seen running back from their farms. Asked what the matter was, they said some bandits had invaded their farms and they had to run for dear lives.

One of the women, who identified herself as Louis, said: “We were working on the farm when we saw them coming. We had no option but to run. We had harvested some of the crops, but we could not carry them because we had to run.”

Other Munya residents who spoke with the reporter said that is the way they live now because they can no longer farm in peace in an area where the majority of the people are farmers.

A youth leader, who asked not to be named for security reasons, said that the invaders move like breeze and usually carry out their attacks on new motorcycles.

He said: “They all ride on new motorcycles. That is why before you have the time to react to their invasion, they are by your side. They move like breeze.”

The Vice-Chairman of Munya Local Government Council, Hon. Luka Garba, said that the people in the communities are currently running away from their homes and they are either entering Sarkin Pawa, Gwada and Kuta or running to Minna, Niger State capital, for safety.

“At Kuchi two weeks ago, bandits killed three mobile policemen. They slaughtered one of them with a knife. That is why security has moved from Kuchi to Sarkin Pawa. Even yesterday, they killed one man called Jacob in Zazzagi, then they went to the military camp and burnt the army vehicles and properties,” Garba said.

‘Does government still care about us?’

One question that is constant on the lips of Munya Local Government residents is whether the government is unaware of what is happening to them or simply does not care since there has been no visible effort made by the government to safeguard their lives and properties.

Garba said whenever the chairman of the council takes their complaint to the government they pay deaf ears, adding that the council was overwhelmed with the spate of insecurity.

He asked: “What is the government waiting for? We don’t know what is happening. Does that mean that there is no government or what? As a local government, we are trying our best. As the vice-chairman, I sleep here with my people to know what they are facing. This is more than us. The governments at state and federal levels need to look into this issue.

“Another question we are asking is where are they getting the weapons they use from? Who is providing these guns for them? Is it that the government cannot retrieve these weapons and give them to the security people?”

Asabe Mathew noted that since the insecurity problems began in the council, the people had not felt the presence of government in any way, adding that the government seemed to have abandoned them to their fate.

She said: “Government should look into this security challenge for us. We are suffering and they are supposed to be there for us. Why can’t they help us? If the bandits kill us all, who will they govern? We are the ones who elected them, why are they treating us like this? Why have they abandoned us?

“People are no longer coming here to trade. Government is not helping us to solve this insecurity problem. Are we not human beings? Can’t the government do something to help us?”

Ransom payments have rendered us bankrupt, say residents

Many families in the Munya Local Government Area are currently bankrupt as they have had to sell their farm produce, lands and other forms of property and even obtain loans to pay the ransom for kidnapped loved ones.

Kidnapping incidents in the area have become so rampant that the people no longer ask when the next kidnapping will occur but whose family would be affected. It was learnt that the residents have now hit on the idea of contributing money for anyone whose family member is kidnapped.

The youth leader said: “If they kidnap anyone, we contribute money for those that are kidnapped to enable their families pay for their ransoms and secure the release. If I don’t do it, when it is my turn, no one will join hands to help me. I must help others so that when it is my turn, they will help me.

“You don’t usually hear about small amounts but large ones between one and five million naira. Just one family cannot pay it. A lot of people don’t have any farm produce anymore because they sold them to raise ransoms.”

Garba said that there were currently about 20 women with the bandits and they were asking for N20 million as ransom.

“Presently, we have about 20 women with the bandits and they are asking for N20 million for their release. We are trying our best to raise money for their release,” he said.

Youths to government: Give us the weapons, we’ll face them

The youths in the area expressed their readiness to battle the bandits if they are given weapons. Mathew John, one of the youth leaders, said that the youths do not have the weapon to face the bandits, but if given the weapons, they can defend the council.

He said: “Our youths can take action against these bandits, but they are afraid because we have no weapon to face them. However, if given the weapon, we are ready to defend ourselves. But we cannot go there with catapults. We can’t face them with sticks or cutlasses. This suffering is too much.”

Garba is in support of the idea that security agencies equip the youths in the council to help in securing it, saying: “I will support the youths if they want to defend the council because I am telling you that this suffering is too much. Anyone who is not here cannot feel what we are feeling.

“I can tell you sincerely that if we have weapons, we would face these criminals. But the security agencies always have a problem with us mentioning rifle or guns, and the moment you hold a rifles or gun in public, they will start challenging you.

“That is why they are killing us anyhow because we have no weapon to face them.”

Churches, mosques deserted

In the past four months, it was learnt that four churches in the local government area have been burnt while Christians and Muslims have become scared to gather for worship in the villages. According to Garba, the Christians suffer it more as the bandits attack churches on Sundays, pursue and shoot at worshippers.

He said: “At Dongulu, they burnt a church to ashes. They also burnt the Cherubim and Seraphim Movement Church in Kampana. They destroyed another church in Tantana. In all, they have burnt about three churches.

“Anytime these bandits see people worshipping on Sunday, they will come and surround the church, pursue the people and shoot at them. How can we worship God when there is no peace in Munya?

“In terms of religion, they are disturbing us because most of these people in the communities affected cannot worship God properly.”

Musa Luka, another youth leader, said that the churches burnt were up to five.

Munya is known to be one of the top producers of yam, corn and rice in Niger State and its markets were highly patronised before the banditry attacks. However, this has changed as the markets are no longer full like before while the majority of the farmers no longer have farm produce to sell. Others have to take their produce to Minna, the state capital.

A female farmer, Martha Egbe, recalled that people used to come to their farms in the past to buy crops even before they were harvested, but now, it is hard to get a buyer as everyone cites insecurity as the reason why they cannot go to Munya.

Asabe, stating the difficulty in selling her crops, said: “I have to take my goods to Minna because people have refused to come because of insecurity. It has affected the sales of our goods. Sometimes, getting transportation to Minna is a problem because some of the vehicles will refuse to carry your goods or they will charge extravagant fees.

“People are no longer coming here. They are scared of being caught up in bandit attacks. But we that are here are human beings. We have goods to sell and need people to come. We cannot go anywhere because this is our fatherland.”

IDPs seek government’s help to return home

The Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) at the Central Primary School in Sarkin Pawa have cried out for hunger and are seeking government’s help to return home. They are also seeking help for their children and relatives who have been kidnapped by the bandits who are demanding ransoms they cannot afford.

Ladi Shehu, a farmer from Geshu, said that they left their village for Zazzaga, and after the Zazzaga attack, they had to move to Sarkin Pawa.

Shehu said: “The bandits chased us out of our homes and we cannot return home because going back is like inviting death. We are not happy to be here. We have no food here, and in our home where there is food, we cannot go there to get the food. Our children are not feeding well.”

Another IDP said the bandits kidnapped their children and killed their young men and husbands, adding that they did not know what to do since the government has refused to come to their aid.

He said: “If the government would come and end this problem, we will be okay. If these bandits are no more here, we will be able to stay in our communities and live normally.

“It is sad that we have not got anything from the government apart from this building we are given to stay in. The government has not done anything for us, and we want them to act.”

Isah Mohammed, a native of Dangunu community, said that all they need is security as their community has been repeatedly attacked by bandits.

“We are managing here. We have food problem here whereas in our homes, we have no such problem. We are not enjoying ourselves here. We need security to return to our homes.”

Calls heighten for declaration of state of emergency

Various people across Niger State have called on the state government to declare a state of emergency in the Niger East Senatorial Zone which has been taken over by bandits. Top among the voices is the lawmaker representing Bosso Constituency in the state House of Assembly, Hon. Madaki Malik Boss.

Boss said the declaration of a state of emergency will enable the government to tackle the insecurity problem bedeviling the zone. Bosso, who visited the IDP camps, explained that insecurity in the zone was getting worse by the day and had spread to most of the local government areas in the zone.

He noted that all the schools in the zone had been turned into camps for internally displaced persons (IDPs), lamenting that the people could no longer sleep with their eyes closed.

– The Nation

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Fuel Subsidy, FX Reforms: Cabals Plot to Destabilise Nigeria — Tinubu

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May 20, 2026

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Fuel Subsidy, FX Reforms: Cabals Plot to Destabilise Nigeria — Tinubu

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has raised a strong alarm that certain vested interests are attempting to destabilise Nigeria in retaliation for his administration’s removal of fuel subsidy and unification of the foreign exchange market. The President’s warning was delivered by former Ogun State Governor, Chief Olusegun Osoba, during the launch of The NADECO Story and awards ceremony for pro-democracy heroes held at the MUSON Centre in Lagos, where Tinubu also hinted at more reforms if he secures a second term in office.

President Tinubu’s message was delivered on Wednesday by Chief Olusegun Osoba, a former governor of Ogun State, during the launch of The NADECO Story and an awards presentation to democracy heroes and activists held at the Shell Hall of the MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos. The President, who was the special guest of honour at the event, commended pro-democracy activists and political associates for their contributions to the struggle for democratic governance in Nigeria. According to Osoba, President Tinubu said he “would not have been where he is today” without the sacrifices of those who fought for democracy in the country.

Osoba also revealed that the President promised to address several political reforms and demands being canvassed by stakeholders if he secures a second term in office. “He has asked me to tell you that, by the grace of God, many of what you have been asking him to do, he would start implementing when he gets his second term,” Osoba said. The former governor of Ogun State stated that Tinubu’s immediate focus remains economic recovery and national security .

Speaking on the economy, Osoba stated that the President believed the administration’s reforms were already producing tangible results. He pointed to the narrowing gap between the official and parallel foreign exchange markets as evidence of progress. “You can see the difference between the parallel and the official markets is virtually zero. The naira, which was about N2,000 to one dollar, is now around N1,380,” he said . According to recent data, the gap between the official and parallel market exchange rates, which previously exceeded 30 per cent, has now fallen below two per cent . The administration has also recorded significant improvements in foreign reserves, which rose from about $32 bi ll i o ninmi d - 2024 t o * *$ 49.4 billion by the end of March 2026**, representing approximately 13 months of import cover .

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On security, Osoba said the President was worried about rising threats in the South-West and alleged that some interests were attempting to disrupt the country in reaction to the ongoing economic reforms. “He is aware that there is a deliberate attempt to disrupt the peace of the country by those he knew he had offended by cancelling the multiple exchange rate regime and removing fuel subsidy,” Osoba said . Osoba added that despite opposition from entrenched interests benefiting from the old system, Tinubu remained committed to continuing reforms aimed at repositioning the economy. “Those cabals are still round-tripping, but he is determined that if this is the only thing he would do to rearrange the economy, he is ready to face it,” he added.

The President’s allegations of destabilisation come amid escalating political rhetoric as the 2027 election cycle approaches. Opposition figures have intensified criticism of the administration’s economic management, with some labelling the reforms as “organised hardship” and accusing the government of running a “Ponzi economy” . Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who has formally submitted his nomination forms to contest the 2027 presidential election on the platform of the African Democratic Congress, has been among the most vocal critics, describing the current economic reality as “organised hardship dressed up as reform” .

Earlier in his remarks at the MUSON Centre event, the Secretary-General and spokesman of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) , Chief Ayo Opadokun, described the occasion as a defining moment in Nigeria’s democratic history. According to him, the ceremony was organised to correct what he described as a long-standing omission in the country’s collective memory by formally recognising patriots, media organisations, human rights activists, diplomats and others who resisted military rule during the regime of late Head of State, Sani Abacha . Opadokun said the period between 1994 and 1998 remained one of the darkest eras in Nigeria’s political history, marked by repression, suppression of human rights and intimidation of dissenting voices. “Yet, in the face of that darkness, a courageous light persisted,” he said. “That light was carried by men and women of conviction within NADECO and beyond who chose resistance over silence, truth over fear and sacrifice over comfort.”

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Also speaking at the event, Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka described Nigeria as “a republic of liars” but said the newly presented book on the country’s democratic struggle stood out for its honesty and authenticity. “I have had the occasion to describe Nigeria as a republic of liars. But this is one instance in which the nation is redeemed from that reputation of violent lies,” Soyinka said. The literary icon said he had carefully read the book and found its contents credible and truthful. “Every page of this book, which I have read carefully, rings of truth,” he stated, adding that the account was strengthened by documentary evidence and firsthand participation by the author. “The author doesn’t pretend that this is the whole story, but he tells his part of it, which is investigated,” Soyinka added.

Also speaking, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasheed Ladoja, said many individuals contributed to the democratic struggle away from public attention. “People think we have to be on the streets to show commitment to a cause. I don’t think so. Some of us worked in the background and did so effectively,” he said. “I am a democrat at heart and I will do anything to protect democracy.” Ladoja recalled that he went into exile following political persecution and said many untold stories remained from the pro-democracy struggle. “There are many things that happened during the democratic struggle which many people do not know. I want to urge Pa Osoba to tell his story,” he said.

During the ceremony, participants observed a minute of silence in honour of pro-democracy activists, politicians, professionals and nationalists who lost their lives during the struggle against military rule and in subsequent years. A major highlight of the event was the launch of The NADECO Story, a publication chronicling the coalition’s role in resisting authoritarian rule and defending democratic ideals. Describing the book as “a repository of truth and a chronicle of resistance,” Opadokun said the publication would help preserve the history of the pro-democracy struggle for future generations. “It offers younger generations an opportunity to understand the price of the freedoms they enjoy today, while providing scholars, policymakers and citizens with a credible account of one of the most defining periods in our national history,” he said.

The NADECO event unfolded against a backdrop of heightened political tensions. Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate, has recently criticised the Tinubu administration, stating that “yesterday defenders of democracy, today’s destroyers” and suggesting that the late dictator Sani Abacha was “more democratic” than some former NADECO members now in power . Meanwhile, the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has raised concerns over the federal government’s continued reliance on borrowing, despite the removal of petrol subsidy, warning that weak fiscal discipline could undermine the gains expected from recent economic reforms .

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NYSC Charges Corps Members on Election Duties as Camp Closes in Osun

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May 19, 2026

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NYSC Charges Corps Members on Election Duties as Camp Closes in Osun

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Osun State, has officially concluded the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream II Orientation Course with a low-key closing ceremony held at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Ede, marking the end of the three-week training programme for corps members deployed to the state.

Speaking at the ceremony, the State Coordinator, Mr. Ekeng Kubiangha, congratulated the corps members on the successful completion of the orientation exercise and commended their discipline, resilience, cooperation, and active participation throughout their stay in camp. He explained that the orientation course was deliberately designed to prepare corps members for the realities of national service, describing it as a foundation for nation-building, leadership development, and civic responsibility.

Kubiangha highlighted key components of the programme, including paramilitary drills, leadership training, security awareness lectures, citizenship and civic education, and the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme. According to him, these modules were structured to equip corps members with practical knowledge, discipline, and entrepreneurial skills needed to thrive beyond their service year. He urged participants not to abandon the SAED programme after leaving camp, encouraging them to take advantage of post-camp training opportunities across their local government areas to promote self-reliance, entrepreneurship, and job creation.

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The Coordinator advised corps members to settle quickly into their Places of Primary Assignment (PPA) and perform their duties with professionalism, diligence, and integrity. He stressed the importance of punctuality, dedication to duty, respect for authority, and ethical conduct, noting that the behaviour of corps members plays a vital role in shaping the public image of the NYSC scheme.

He also encouraged corps members to actively participate in Community Development Service (CDS), describing it as a key platform for identifying and addressing challenges within host communities through impactful projects. Ahead of the forthcoming governorship election in Osun State, he reminded corps members of their expected role as ad-hoc electoral officials, urging them to remain neutral, professional, and law-abiding throughout the electoral process. He warned against partisan involvement, adding that corps members must avoid any activity that could compromise their safety or the credibility of the election.

Kubiangha cautioned corps members to remain security conscious, avoid unauthorized travel, and respect the customs and traditions of their host communities. He also warned against the misuse of social media, urging them to avoid spreading fake news, misinformation, and inflammatory content that could damage the reputation of the NYSC scheme. Corps members were further advised to maintain regular communication with NYSC officials at their places of deployment.

A highlight of the event was a donation by members of the Orientation Broadcasting Service (OBS), who presented a newly fabricated metal door to the OBS studio as part of efforts to improve camp facilities. The ceremony also featured the presentation of awards to outstanding individuals and agencies for their contributions to the success of the orientation programme. Award recipients included ASP Oluwaseun Deborah as Best Collaborating Agency Representative, Staff Sergeant Bukar Mallam as Best Collaborating Camp Officer, and James Augustine as Best Camp Official (Non-Staff). NYSC staff members honoured included Mr. Waheed Ajayi (Deputy Camp Director), Miss Akinsanmi Kikelomo (Head of ICT), and Mrs. Catherine Otemuyiwa (Head of Information and Public Relations Unit).

On behalf of the Director-General of NYSC, Brigadier General O. O. Nafiu, the State Coordinator formally declared the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream II Orientation Course closed, wishing corps members safe journeys to their various Places of Primary Assignment (PPA) and a successful service year ahead.

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AFIDMURG Trains Over 150 African Researchers On Infectious Disease Systematic Review

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May 17, 2026

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AFIDMURG Trains Over 150 African Researchers On Infectious Disease Systematic Review

The African Infectious Disease Multidisciplinary Research and Grant (AFIDMURG) has successfully trained more than 150 infectious disease experts, researchers, academicians, laboratorians, policymakers and postgraduate students from Africa and other continents during a virtual workshop on systematic review reporting and infectious disease research.

The workshop, held on May 7, 2026, focused on strengthening Africa’s research capacity, improving evidence-based scientific reporting and enhancing preparedness against emerging and endemic infectious diseases across the continent.

Participants at the training came from Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas, reflecting the growing international interest in collaborative infectious disease research involving Africa.

AFIDMURG, established in 2020, was founded with the vision of connecting African infectious disease experts and multidisciplinary researchers to solve communal health challenges linked to endemic and emerging diseases affecting the continent.

Speaking during the workshop themed “Step-by-Step Approach to a Systematic Review,” the Founder and Director of AFIDMURG, Dr. Abdul-Azeez Adeyemi Anjorin, stressed the urgent need to strengthen Africa’s contribution to global infectious disease data and scientific research.

Dr. Anjorin, the immediate past Head of the Department of Microbiology at Lagos State University, noted that infectious diseases remain among the leading causes of death globally, citing illnesses such as malaria, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, influenza, Lassa fever, Mpox and Ebola.

According to him, Africa must improve the quality and speed of infectious disease reporting and publication through globally recognised scientific tools such as systematic reviews.

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“The battle against infectious diseases requires experts to be well equipped, hence the need for capacity building with correct instruments like systematic review to integrate African data into the world database,” he said.

Dr. Anjorin, who also serves on several international scientific and virology networks, explained that AFIDMURG intends to train researchers in areas such as disease surveillance, grant writing, pandemic prevention, artificial intelligence applications and practical research skills.

He added that the organisation aims to foster collaboration among African scientists globally while strengthening local and international partnerships in infectious disease research.

Delivering the keynote address, Dr. Muhabat Raji of Alfaisal University, Riyadh, highlighted the growing importance of systematic reviews in evidence-based research, public health policy and clinical decision-making.

She explained that systematic reviews offer a structured and transparent approach to synthesising scientific literature, thereby improving the reliability and credibility of research findings.

Dr. Raji urged researchers to adhere to ethical standards and globally accepted reporting guidelines while conducting systematic reviews to ensure impactful and internationally relevant studies.

She also encouraged young researchers and academics to embrace interdisciplinary collaboration and continuously develop their skills in research methodologies and digital research tools.

According to her, systematic reviews not only identify knowledge gaps but also contribute significantly to policy formulation, academic development and improved healthcare practices.

The guest speaker, Prof. Ismail Ayoade Odetokun of the University of Ilorin, delivered detailed practical sessions explaining the concept and processes involved in conducting systematic reviews.

He guided participants through major stages including topic selection, research question formulation, literature search strategies, data extraction and analysis of findings.

Prof. Odetokun also discussed common challenges associated with systematic reviews and advised researchers to maintain methodological rigor, objectivity and accuracy during scientific investigations.

The virtual workshop was moderated by Emmanuel Oyinloye of Hanover Medical School, Germany, who coordinated discussions and facilitated interaction between speakers and participants throughout the event.

In his closing remarks, Oyinloye summarised key lessons from the workshop and encouraged participants to apply the knowledge gained in future academic and scientific research projects.

AFIDMURG disclosed that its overarching mission is to foster infectious disease multidisciplinary collaborations among Africans globally, collect and analyse disease outbreak data, secure research grants and publish timely scientific findings on infectious diseases affecting Africa.

The organisation also highlighted some of its previous Pan-African studies on COVID-19, vaccine surveillance and Mpox outbreaks published in international journals including PLOS One, Tropical Medicine and International Health, Vaccines, PAMJ and COVID.

AFIDMURG further announced that it remains open to infectious disease experts and researchers interested in collaborative research, grant development and public health initiatives across Africa and beyond.

AFIDMURG Trains Over 150 African Researchers On Infectious Disease Systematic Review