Anti-corruption Fight: Aremu Commends UN On Invitation To Join Advocacy, Assessing Companies’ Compliance

Int’l Conference On Anti-Corruption: UN invites UNESCO Laureate To Gain Insights

UN Global Compact Academy, UNODC Says, “Anti-Corruption Compliance In Companies Key To Measuring Best Practices

United Nations Global Compact in collaboration with United Nations Office On Drugs And Crimes, has invited UNESCO Laureate and Vice-Chancellor, Crown University USA, Prof. Bashiru Aremu to join forces with them to gain insights, delve into the intricacies of measuring, assessing Anti-corruption compliance programs; promoting key performance indicators and best practices towards building sustainable companies globally.

In a statement today being Friday, March 28, 2024 as personally signed by Prof Sir Bashiru Aremu which was made available to some group of Journalists in Asaba, Delta State capital by UNESCO Laureate’s Executive Assistant On Media, Publicity and Communication Matters, Comrade Sir Bieni Victor Emenike as H.R.H Duke of Kingdom of Atlantis in Singapore commended the leadership of UN Global Compact Academy in collaboration with UNODC on invitation to international conference to gain insights and join in the campaign.

UNESCO Laureate while applauding the development, stated that the positive efforts will enable every concerned Stakeholders to get practical insights from experts and practitioners in the field of Anti-corruption compliance programs as Aremu thanked the UN bodies on laudable initiatives, while he enjoined stakeholders on building sustainable companies through effective measurement of key performance indicators and best global practices.

UN Global Compact Academy, UNODC as part of its mission and vision statement which is in line with the deep dive series on Anti-corruption will dwell on the topic: Measuring Anti-corruption Compliance In Companies” as the struggle is needed to build formidable companies and stakeholders.

The Statement by UNESCO Laureate reads in parts: “I express optimism over the development on this invitation to attend the Int’l Conference On Anti-Corruption, a laudable initiatives of the UN Global Compact Academy in collaboration with UNODC to join the UN bodies on Thursday, 4 April, 2024 at Global webinar event series and live interactive session. I must commend the leadership, the various experts and practitioners in the field as resource persons to feature in the session. It will be an interesting one as it will feature live translation to French, Spanish and Portuguese”.

“This, no doubt, will improve measures, policies, frameworks, methodologies, analyse metrics or performance indicators, ensure continuous monitoring and improvement, harness technology and data analytics, navigate challenges of data privacy, regulatory landscapes, inform investors decision, maintenance of ethical standards, and foster culture of integrity by companies and Stakeholders”.

United Nations Global Compact Academy in a letter of invitation to UNESCO Laureate, Prof Sir Bashiru Aremu to attend the bodies Global Deep Dive series on Anti-corruption: ‘Measuring Anti-corruption Compliance In Companies’, has stated: ” Join us on Thursday, 4 April at 10:00 am EST for an interactive live session developed in collaboration with UNODC. This session aims to delve into the intricacies of assessing anti-corruption compliance programs, offering insights into effective measurement strategies, key performance indicators and best practices”.

“During this session, you will get practical insights from experts and practitioners in the field on the importance of anti-corruption, how to evaluate and improve measures and policies. As companies implement various anti-corruption ethics and compliance measures within their operations, it becomes increasingly important to track and analyse metrics, adjusting to actions to improve performance and ultimately contribute to fight against corruption”.

Prof. Sir. Bashiru Aremu Receives Prestigious Research Professor Award 2024

UNESCO Laureate World Acclaimed Distinguished Professor Sir, Bashiru Aremu, the Vice Chancellor, Crown University Intl Chartered Inc.
In the illustrious realm of academia, recognition is the fuel that propels researchers to push the boundaries of knowledge and innovation. Among the distinguished individuals who exemplify this pursuit of excellence stands Prof. Sir. Bashiru Aremu, whose exceptional contributions to the field of Education have earned him the esteemed World Acclaimed Distinguished Universities Top Research Professor Award-2024.

The award, issued on the 6th of April, 2024, is a testament to Prof. Aremu’s remarkable impact and significant achievements in education. Hailing from India, and recognized by the Director of Education in Malaysia, Prof. Aremu’s influence extends across borders, resonating with scholars and educators worldwide.

Throughout his illustrious career, Prof. Aremu has epitomized dedication and passion for advancing education. His research endeavors have not only garnered acclaim but have also left an indelible mark on the educational landscape. From pioneering pedagogical approaches to advocating for inclusive learning environments, Prof. Aremu’s work has redefined the way we perceive and practice education.

Beyond his scholarly pursuits, Prof. Aremu’s commitment to mentorship and knowledge dissemination has inspired countless individuals to pursue excellence in academia. His guidance and mentorship have nurtured the next generation of educators, instilling in them the values of innovation, integrity, and compassion.

The significance of Prof. Aremu’s achievements reverberates across various platforms, resonating with policymakers, practitioners, and academics alike. His research has not only addressed pressing educational challenges but has also provided actionable insights to inform policy decisions and shape educational practices.

As we celebrate Prof. Aremu’s well-deserved accolade, we extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for his continued success and outstanding accomplishments. His unwavering dedication to the pursuit of knowledge serves as an inspiration to us all, reminding us of the transformative power of education in shaping a better future for generations to come.

In a world where the quest for knowledge knows no bounds, Prof. Sir. Bashiru Aremu stands as a beacon of excellence, illuminating the path towards a brighter and more enlightened tomorrow.

BADARU, MATAWALLE COMMEMORATES WITH NIGERIANS AT EID MUBARAK

…Calls for peaceful coexistence of all Nigerians

The Honourable Minister of Defence, H.E. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar,CON, mni and Hon. Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, MON has commemorated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, Armed Forces of Nigeria, Muslim faithfuls and the entire Nigerians as the world marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

According to a press release signed on Tuesday by  Henshaw Ogubike Mnipr FCAi Fsca Fcpe, Director ( Information and Public Relations), They  extended there heartfelt wishes of peace, blessings and spiritual upliftment  to all Nigerians and specially commend members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria.

Exhorting their commitment to nation building they said: “May the patience, sacrifices and the good deeds of the month inspire us to uphold good virtues of empathy, brotherhood and resilience.

They called for a peaceful coexistence amongst all Nigerians pointing out that in togetherness we will persevere and strive for a more peaceful, united and prosperous Nigeria.

EFCC Arraigns Emefiele for Alleged $4.5bn, N2.8bn Fraud

The Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Monday, April 8, 2024, arraigned a former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, before Justice R.A. Oshodi of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos for an alleged $4.5bn and N2.8bn fraud.

Emefiele was arraigned alongside one Henry Omoile on an amended 26-count charge.
The former CBN Governor was specifically mentioned in counts one to four as well as  counts eight to 26 bordering on alleged abuse of office, contrary and punishable under Section 73 of the Criminal Law of Lagos 2011; accepting gratification, contrary and punishable under Section 8 of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act 2000; corrupt demand, contrary and punishable under Section 10 of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act 2000; receiving property fraudulently obtained, contrary to and punishable under Section 328 of the Criminal Law of Lagos 2011; and conferring corrupt advantage, contrary to Section 19 of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act 2000.

Omoile was mentioned in counts five, six and seven bordering on acceptance of gifts by agents, contrary to Section 65 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State 2015.

Count one: “That you, Godwin Ifeanyi Emefiele, between 2022 and 2023 in Lagos, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable court, directed to be done in abuse of the authority of your office as the Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria, an arbitrary act, to wit: allocating foreign exchange in the aggregate sum of $2,136,391,737.33 without bids, which act is prejudicial to the rights of Nigerians.”

Count two: “That you, Godwin Ifeanyi Emefiele, between 2020 and 2021 in Lagos, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable court, directed to be done in abuse of the authority of your office as the Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria, an arbitrary act, to wit: allocating foreign exchange in the aggregate sum of $291,945,785.59 without bids, which act is prejudicial to the rights of Nigerians.”

Count five: “That you, Henry Isioma Omoile, on or about the 17th of November 2020, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, whilst acting as an agent, accepted from Raja Punjab through Moday Osazuwa the total sum of $110,000 for Godwin Ifeanyi Emefiele, gifts as reward for allocating foreign exchange by the Central Bank of Nigeria in favour of Raja Punjab’s employer.”

They pleaded “not guilty” to all the charges when they were read to them.

In view of this,  prosecution counsel, Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN, said: “ By their plea, they have given themselves up for trial.

We pray the court to grant accelerated hearing and for us to call our witnesses to prove our case.”

Counsel representing the defendants, A. Labi-Lawal, informed the court of the bail applications for the defendants, which he said had been served on the prosecution.
Moving the bail application for Emefiele, he urged the court to grant him bail “on self- recognisance” or “on the most liberal terms”, pending the hearing and determination of the case.

In his argument, he gave a background to the case involving Emefiele, being prosecuted by the EFCC , before Justice Muazu of a Federal Capital Territory, FCT High Court.  He also informed the court that the court granted Emefiele bail in the sum of N300 million and two sureties in like sum, which he said Emefiele had met.

Labi-Lawal added that the bail condition confining him to Abuja, pending the trial in Abuja, was later varied, adding that “this is what has enabled him to be in court today.

The offence is a bailable one and is not a capital offence. The  defendant does not have any criminal record; and his antecedent, at the other matter, where he has dutifully attended trial, shows that he is not a flight risk.”

He further prayed the court that Emefiele “be released to his lawyers pending determination of the bail application”, so he could still attend to other charges against him.

Moving the bail application for the second defendant, he urged the court to grant him bail on most liberal terms pending the hearing and determination of the case.

Responding, Oyedepo noted that granting bail was at the discretion of the court.  We allow the court to exercise this discretion judicially and judiciously,” he said.  He also prayed the court to impose conditions “that will compel him to appear before this court for his trial, as what we pray for is accelerated hearing.” He further noted that there was a court order secured by the defence granting the second defendant bail. This case is now pending before your lordship,” he said.

Thereafter, Justice Oshodi adjourned till April 11, 2024 “for ruling on bail and trial.”  He also ordered that Emefiele be remanded in the EFCC custody, and the second defendant at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre.

Happy Birthday, Madam Synleseh Stephenie Dahn-Koung, Second Lady of the Republic of Liberia

Join us in celebrating the birthday of an extraordinary individual who is dedicated to empowering the disabled community in Liberia and other marginalized people. As the Executive Director for the Group of 77, Madam Synleseh Dahn-Koung provides a nurturing home for many disabled individuals, offering them support and opportunities to survive and grow. She has a remarkable passion and commitment as a caring mother for all disabled individuals in Liberia.

On this special day, we extend heartfelt appreciation for all that you do in providing vision, leadership, and compassion that inspires those around you. May this birthday bring you joy, fulfilment, and renewed determination as you work towards creating a more inclusive and supportive society.

Please join us in sending warm wishes for a fantastic year ahead.

Happy birthday,Madam Synleseh Stephenie Dahn-Koung!

ДАВЛАТИ БИРЛАНДИЯ – АВВАЛИН МАМЛАКАТИ БАШАРДӮСТОНАИ ҶАҲОН


     Мамлакати навташкили Бирландия, бо ҳадафи муаррифӣ ҳамчун мамлакати фарҳангӣ таъсис мегардад. Ин кишвари навташкиле дар қитъаи Африқо бо масоҳати 2060 кв. км, дар байни Судон ва Миср, инчунин дар байни баҳри Миёназамин ва дарёи Нил мебошад.
     Ин замин бо номи Бир Тавил маъруф аст, ки маънои «чоҳи оби тӯлонӣ» -ро дорад. Биртавил сарҳади сиёсии худро дорад ва маълум аст, ки ягон мамлакат ба ин сарзамин даъво накардааст. На Судон ва на Миср ба ин сарзамин кудрат надоранд.
     Ҳоло он дар тамоми ҷаҳон ҳамчун давлати Бирландия маълум аст. Онро «Замини ҳеҷ кас» ё «Замине, ки ҳеҷ кас намехоҳад» номидаанд. Баъзе кишварҳое, ки мо Бирландияро муаррифӣ кардем, номаҳоямонро қабул карданд ва ба манфиати он нома тасвиб доданд ва Бирландияро барои табодули фарҳангӣ тавсия намуданд, ба монанди Шандонг ва Тайан дар Чин ва туризми мунисипалии Будхалнилканта дар Катманду, Непал. Мо дар Непал, Ҷакарта, Малайзия, Кореяи Ҷанубӣ, Ҳайдаробод, Ироқ, Нигерия, Гана, Африқои Ҷанубӣ, Шри-Ланка, Хорватия, Эрон, Бразилия, Эквадор, Русия, баъзе штатҳои ИМА ва дигар мамлакатҳо намояндагиҳо ва офисҳои расмӣ дорем.
     Сокинон, ки аборигенҳо ҳастанд, ин сарзаминро соҳибӣ кардаанд. Мо ин амали мардуми бумии кишварро ҳуҷҷатгузорӣ кардем ва ҳамеша метавон зикр кард, ки онҳо аз Бирландия хостанд, ки бо онҳо бошад. Дар рӯзномаҳо «Бирландия, бе мо набош!» навиштанд ва парчами Бирландияро баланд бардоштанд.  
     Инак нуҳ сол мешавад, ки давлати Бирландия аз ҷониби шоҳи Белгия Амир Ҳайёвӣ барпо карда шудааст. 15 майи соли 2015 шоҳ Амир, ҳоким ва маликаи Бирланд тасмим гирифтанд, ки ин сарзаминро ба таври ҷиддӣ ба як кишвари воқеӣ табдил диҳанд – на танҳо ба як кишвари одӣ – балки ба аввалин кишвари башардӯстона дар ҷаҳон, ки шаъну шарафи одамони бешаҳрванд, бодиянишинҳо ва муҳоҷиронро, ки сокинони ин сарзамин буданд ва дар тӯли зиёда аз 100 сол аз аҷдодони худ омада расидаанд, таъмин намоянд. Подшоҳ Амир Ҳайёвӣ, ки андешаи ба як кишвари воқеӣ табдил додани ин сарзаминро дошт, ба ошкоро эълон кардани идеяи худ шурӯъ кард ва тамоми умри худро барои бунёди ин нахустин кишвари башардӯстона дар ҷаҳон ва таъмини шаъну шарафи афроди бешаҳрванд ва баъзе гурезагон бахшидааст. Ин маҳз қуввае буд, ки моро водор сохт, ки дар расидан ба ин орзу содиқ ва устувор бошем.
     Бо истифода аз дастрасии васоити ахбори иҷтимоӣ, ӯ барои Бирландия дар Facebook, Twitter, Instagram ва LinkedIn аккаунтҳо ва саҳфаҳои сершуморе дар сомонаҳои иҷтимоӣ  кушод. Ин таваҷҷуҳи мардуми кишварҳои мухталифро ба худ ҷалб кард ва идеяи бунёди як кишвари нав, кишвари башардӯстона ва эҳтиром ба афроди бешаҳрванд барои бисёриҳо ҷолиб гашт.
      Бо хираду дониш ва диди он ки дар ин сарзамин бе миллат, бе шаҳодатномаи таваллуд ва бе таҳсил бодиянишинҳо зиндагӣ мекунанд, дилсӯзӣ намуда, азми гузоштани пояҳои ин кишварро ба нақша гирифт.
     Амир Ҳайёвӣ инчунин аз Маҷмаи умумии Иттиҳодияи Аврупо дар Брюссел дидан кард ва фаҳмидан хост, ки чӣ гуна метавонад кишвареро барпо кунад. Ба ӯ гуфтанд, ки барои ин танҳо бояд замин, мардум, қонунҳо ё конститутсия ва сохторҳо мавҷуд бошад.
     Пас аз чанд сол, роҳҳои сарвазири кунунии Бирланд, филиппинӣ ва табиатан башардӯст ва Эден Сориано Тринидад аз Филиппин ба ҳам омад. Он вақт ман унвони шоҳии маликаи шоҳи Кутай Мулаварман доштам. Ҳамчун директори мактаби аутрич, ман дар Маркази таълимии мемориалии Лусио Абриго яке аз аввалинҳо шудам. Ман солҳои зиёд ба ҳайси муовини раиси Шӯрои директорон кор кардам ва ҳамчун муаллими аввалини он маоши ночиз мегирифтам. Шахсе будам, ки тамоми маълумотро дар бораи Бирландия ба Маҳараҷаи Кутай Мулаварман расонидам ва аз ӯ хоҳиш намудам, ки намояндаи байналмилалии давлати Бирландия шавад ва ҳама маълумотеро, ки ман аз асосгузори Бирландия гирифтам, ба тариқи Google тарҷума намудам, чунки Маҳараҷа танҳо бо забони индонезӣ ҳарф мезанад. Ӯ мехост, ки фикру андешаи шахси бовариноки Кутаи Мулавармани  — малика Иденро бишнавад, на ба он чизе ки шунидааст, такя кунад. Пас аз чанд моҳ, Маҳараҷа Бирландияро ба ман бовар карда гуфт: «Бо Бирландия бошед ва ба онҳо кӯмак кунед. Ман бо туям!».
     Бирландияро, ки ман хуб медонистам, зиёд фикр накарда, муассисро, ки дар он вақт мехост ӯро губернатори Бирландия биноманд, дастгирӣ кардам. Шабу рӯз бо ӯ сӯҳбат мекардам ва дар бораи Бирландия бисёр мепурсидам. Ман чунон саргарм шудам, ки наќшаю мароми ўро нисбати ин сарзамин фањмидам.
      Ман ба нақшаи ӯ боварӣ доштам, ки ин сарзаминро ба як кишвари башардӯстона табдил диҳад ва дар он дипломатия василаи асосии муаррифии ин кишвар бошад. Шоҳ Амир ба ман гуфт: «Дипломатия дӯстиро ба вуҷуд меорад» ва «сиёсат душманонро ба вуҷуд меорад». Ман ҳеҷ гоҳ ба самимияти муассис шубҳа надоштам; баръакс, ман ҳар як нақша ва ҳар як консепсияеро, ки ӯ ба ман баён мекард, қабул мекардам. Мо якҷоя кор мекунем, то дидгоҳи худро дар бораи ин кишвар амалӣ созем. Мо дар бораи ҳама чиз сӯҳбат мекунем ва аз ҳамдигар меомӯзем, ки чӣ гуна бунёди ин кишварро амалӣ созем. Рӯзҳо, моҳҳо ва солҳо мегузаранд, аммо мо ҳеҷ гоҳ аз кор дар самти барпо намудани кишвари Бирландия хаста намешавем. Мо истодагарӣ мекунем. Аз сифр мамлакати нав барпо кардан осон нест. Дар соли 2021 мо тасмим гирифтем, ки вақти вохӯрӣ бо ҳукумати хурди худ расидааст. Вазири сайёҳии навтаъйини мо Мингма Дорҷи Шерпа аз Непал ҷашни 7-умин солгарди таъсиси Бирландияро баргузор намуд. Ин бисёр аҷибу гуворо буд. Нахустин вохӯрии шахсӣ бо муассиси Бирландия ва баъзе мансабдорони таъиншуда моро водор сохт, ки орзуи худро дар бораи ин сарзамин амалӣ созем
     Моҳи октябри соли 2022, Президент ва асосгузори Шоҳигарии Муттаҳидаи Глобалӣ HRM Бунгане III, Подшоҳи Эмбо Шоҳигарии Африқо, Ассамблеяи Генералии UGK-ро даъват кард ва ба подшоҳон, ҳокимон ва сарони салтанатҳои бумӣ ва анъанавӣ пешниҳод кард, ки вақти он расидааст, ки барои эътироф ва эълон кардани ҳоким ва сарвазири Бирландия аз тарафи шоҳони давлати шоҳигарии Бирландия маросими тоҷгузорӣ гузаронда шавад. Ӯ гуфт: «Сохтори ҳукумати Бирландия монархияи конститутсионӣ мебошад». 7 октябри соли 2022 тоҷгузории виртуалӣ ва эъломия аз ҷониби шоҳи HRM Денис Окафор, подшоҳи Оханези диаспораи Африқо ва муовини раиси Шоҳигарии Муттаҳидаи Глобалӣ, дар якҷоягӣ бо баъзе подшоҳон ва аъзои Шоҳигарии Муттаҳидаи Глобалӣ ва мансабдорони Давлати Бирланд баргузор гардид.
    Сипас, 15 майи соли 2023, 8-умин солгарди таъсисёбии Бирландия дар Ҷакарта, Индонезия аз ҷониби Маҳараҷаи Шоҳигарии Кутай Мулаварман ташкил карда шуд. Боиси хушнудист, ки ду шоҳ аз Африқои Ҷанубӣ, шоҳ HRM Ҷозеф Мокголобото, подшоҳи Салтанати Мокголобото ва маликаи ӯ ва подшоҳи Салтанати Манана, Зиян Манана, инчунин чаҳор вазир ба ҷашн расиданд. Мо аз ҷониби Маҳараҷаҳои Шоҳигарии Кутай Мулаварман, MSPA Лансия Речза Факлеви Вамгсаварман, раиси Шӯрои умумиҷаҳонии Монархҳои Шоҳигарии Муттаҳидаи Глобалӣ ҳамчун Подшоҳ ва Маликаи Шоҳигарии Бирланд тоҷгузорӣ шудем.
     Вақте ки ман бори аввал соли 2020 намояндаи байналмилалии давлати Бирландия шудам, қариб ҳар рӯз бо дӯстонам вохӯриҳои маҷозӣ мегузарондам ва инчунин ҳангоми намояндагӣ аз Бирландия дар кишварҳои гуногун робита барқарор мекардам.
     Вақте ки ман вазифаи сарвазири давлати Бирландияро ба уҳда гирифтам ва ба таъсиси ҳукумати хурд шуруъ кардам, мо бо чанд ҳукумат кор кардем ва дар баъзе кишварҳо чанд намояндагӣ ва офисҳои расмӣ доштем. Ҳуҷҷатҳои Бирландия низ аз ҷониби бисёре аз кишварҳои ҷаҳон қабул ва тасдиқ шудаанд ва мӯҳри вазоратҳои хориҷии онҳоро доранд.
     Қобили зикр аст, ки мо, ҳокимони Бирландия онро бо ҳамон обу ҳаво ҳамчун «Дубайи Африқо» муаррифӣ мекунем, аммо Бирланд аз Дубай ва 27 кишвари ҷаҳон бузургтар аст.
     Ҳамчун сарвазири тозатаъйин ва маликаи Филиппинии Бирландия, ман, маликаи HRM Эден Сориано Тринидад, ки идеяи ба як кишвари башардӯстона табдил додани ин сарзаминро қабул кардам, гуфта будам: «Ин як лоиҳаи Илоҳӣ аст, зеро Худованд инро тамоми ин муддат нигаҳ дошт, то ки мо онро ба мамлакати беназири инсоният табдил диҳем».
     Чун худам шоирам, ҳамчун Сарвазир ҷамъияти «Шоирони Бирляндия»-ро низ таъсис додам. Ман шеърро ҳамчун аввалин фарҳанги Бирландия қайд намудам. Дар Бирландия 70 нафар шоирони расман эътирофшуда ҳастанд ва онҳо дар бораи Бирландия шеъру сурудҳои зиёде навиштаанд.
     Мо, шоҳ ва маликаи Бирландия, азму иродаи қавӣ дорем, ки ин мамлакатро хеле осоишта ва ба ҳама дӯст гардонем. Забони англисӣ забони асосӣ аст ва забони дуюм Нубӣ хоҳад буд, зеро ин сарзамин дар биёбони Нубия ҷойгир аст.
     Ҳамчун ҳоким ва сарвазири Бирландия ман ният дорам, ки ин кишварро беназир созам, ки шаҳрванди ояндааш ҳуқуқи таҳсилро дорад ва шаҳрвандонаш ба миллати мутафаккирон, муҳаққиқон, навоварон, технократҳо, омӯзгорони сулҳ ва инсондӯст табдил ёбад. Бирландия миллати коргарон нахоҳад буд. Ҳукумати Бирландия бо роҳбарии омӯзгорон шаҳрвандонеро ба вуҷуд меорад, ки муҳаққиқон, навоварон, технологҳои тадқиқотӣ, соҳибкорон ва омӯзгорони илмҳои сулҳ ва башардӯстӣ хоҳанд буд ва онҳо миллионер мешаванд, на мардикороне, ки дар ғарибӣ  заҳмат мекашанд. Мо мехоҳем як муҳити беназири таълиму тарбияро ба вуҷуд орем, ки онро системаи кӯҳнаи маориф назорат намекунад.
     Мо, ҳокимони Бирландия, инчунин нақша дорем, ки барои шаҳрвандони ояндаи Бирландия василаи зиндагиро таъмин кунем, то онҳо гуруснагӣ ва қашшоқиро аз сар нагузаронанд.
     Бирландия, чуноне ки вазири мухтори он Селсо Невес Диас тавсиф кардааст, кишварест, ки бо диди оянда ба дунё омадааст ва ҳадафи он биёбонро ба минтақаи сабзи парвариши зироат табдил додан аст.
Эй Бирландия, замини рафта аз ёдҳо,
Туро гармии руҳи офтоб аст.
Туро ман бо табассум мекунам оғӯш,
Ва месозам туро бедор аз хоби гарон,
Чаро, ки бар ту мерезад ҳам руъёи бепоён.

Бирландия, HRM Малика Эден Сориано, Тринидад 

Тарҷума бо забони тоҷикӣ Абдуқаҳҳори Қосим

by Kosimov Abdukakhor

National Steel Council: Minister of Steel Development debunks allegation, interfaces with Council

The attention of the Ministry of Steel Development has been drawn to some fictitious allegations by a Civil Society Organisation under the aegis, Alliance for Credible Legislative Conduct (ACLC) against the Honourable Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, as it relates to the National Steel Council (NSC).

According to a press release signed by Salamatu F Jibaniya, Head, Press and Public Relations For Permanent Secretary, stated that the allegations are just a mere ploy by some individuals with vested interests to sabotage the efforts of the Honourable Minister in repositioning the Steel and Metals Sector, and ensure due process is followed in investigating and resolving issues at the National Steel Council in line with the ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR.

“Contrary to these allegations, the Honourable Minister of Steel Development upon assuming duty interfaced with the Executive Secretary of the Steel Council, charged with piloting the affairs of the NSC, a Council under his Ministry.

“The Honourable Minister received briefings on some allegations bordering on various issues that were on the ground between the National Steel Council and its Governing Board before he assumed duty.

“Upon receiving a briefing and listening to all sides, the Honourable Minister acted accordingly and immediately set up a fact-finding committee on February 9, 2024 to investigate the several allegations at the Council.

“The report of the fact-finding committee was submitted to the Honourable Minister on March 25, 2024 for his review and consideration. The Honourable Minister is currently studying the report before taking necessary actions.

“These briefings, investigations, and meetings are not prejudice to the Presidential Directive with circular ref. No. SGF.19/S.81/XX/108 of June 16, 2023, dissolving all Boards of Federal Government parastatals, Agencies, Institutions and Government-owned Companies, except those listed in the Third Schedule, Part 1, Section 153 (i) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

“The Honourable Minister of Steel Development is fully committed to turning around the economy through industralisation of which the Steel sector is a key component as envisioned through the creation of the new Ministry of Steel Development under the Administration and leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR”.

Minister of Steel Development condemns Kogi killings, calls for enhanced security

… Commiserates with families of victims

The Honourable Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, has condemned the recent killings in two communities: Abejukolo and Agojeju Odo, in Omala Local Government Area of Kogi State.

Prince Audu condemned the incident in a statement signed by his Special Assistant on Media, Lizzy Okoji, on Saturday in Abuja, also expressing his heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased who were killed in the most gruesome manner.

The Honourable Minister appealed to the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and the Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Governor Usman Ododo, to enhance security in the communities of the state and intervene in any dispute that must have led to the incident.

Prince Audu also called for an investigation into the incident so that the perpetrators of the heinous crime could be brought to justice to serve as a deterrent to others.

“I condemn in strong terms the recent killings in Agojeju Odo, and Abejukolo communities of Kogi East, which left over 19 people dead. This is unacceptable and will not be allowed to continue.

“My heartfelt condolences also go to the families of those who were killed in the most cruel manner. I also commiserate with the Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency, Alhaji Usman Ododo, at such a sad moment.

“I want to appeal to the Inspector General of Police to take swift action in investigating this crime, to bring the perpetrators to book to serve as a deterrent to others. It is also very important to resolve all issues that led to the unfortunate incidence so that peace and normalcy can return to the communities.

“I also urge everyone to remain vigilant, security conscious, and collaborate with the security agencies and personnel. Report any suspicious moves you see around, as this might help prevent such atrocities,” Prince Audu stated.

BADARU COMMENDS NIGERIAN ARMED FORCES

… Says Nigeria security has improved under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

The Honourable Minister of Defence, H.E. Muhammed Badaru Abubabar CON, mni, has commended the Nigerian Armed Forces in the fight against insecurity saying that Nigeria’s security situation has improved under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR.

According to a statement signed by Henshaw Ogubike Mnipr FCAi Fsca Fcpe
Director ( Information and Public Relations) on Friday, the Minister said that Mr. President is doing
his best in providing all necessary equipments and funding needed by the Nigerian Armed Forces  to fight and end the war against insurgency , banditry and other form of criminalities in the country.

Badaru stated this during the Chief of Army Staff maiden Edition of the Annual Lecture series 2024 organized by the Nigerian Army Resource centre in Abuja.

He explained that there has been significant increase in the  funding  of the Armed Forces under President Tinubu’s administration which is evident in the high successes  recorded in the fight against insurgency and banditry.

Commenting on the theme of the lecture: ” Role of  the Military in the Protection of Nigerians National Interest and Security” he said the  improvement recorded in the fight against insecurity would be sustained and that the enhanced funding by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR has contributed to the succeses
the Military have achieved so far in the fight against insecurity.

Furthermore, Badaru called on individuals and corporate bodies to invest in the Defence Industries  Corporation of Nigeria for the production of defence equipments and hardwares.

An award of  honour was presented to the Honourable minister by the chairman of the occasion  Mr Tajudden Afolabi on behalf of the centre.

JOINT TASK FORCE COMMANDERS: ENSURE LASTING PEACE IN NIGERIA- MATAWALLE

…Your mission is to ensure lasting peace and stability of the country

The Honourable Minister of State for Defence, H.E. Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle MON has tasked Joint Task Force Commanders on lasting peace in Nigeria emphasizing that their mission is to ensure lasting peace and stability of the country.

Henshaw Ogubike Mnipr FCAi Fsca Fcpe
Director ( Information and Public Relations) disclosed that the Minister said this during the Chief of Defence Staff Joint Task Force Commanders’ Conference 2024 in Abuja.

The three- day conference with the theme: “Consolidating Operational Successes across all Theatres of Operations” has in attendance key stakeholders that will reflect on past achievements of Military Operations and strategize for future endeavors.

In his remarks, the Honourable Minister of State for Defence who was the Special Guest of Honour,  highlighted the significance of the Conference as a platform to acknowledge the remarkable progress made in safeguarding the nation’s interests with focus on challenges and how to better previous Operations.

He stated: “This gathering serves as an opportunity to note significant strides we have made in safeguarding the lives and properties of our citizens as well as reflecting on lessons learnt from errors made in our various theatres of operations.”

Emphasizing the importance of jointness in military operations, the Minister reiterated the necessity for a cohesive and integrated approach in addressing the evolving security landscape.

“The constantly revolving dynamics of the security challenges we are facing require corresponding strategies that will incorporate a holistic and integrated approach to warfare where synergy among our services is paramount,” he emphasized.

Acknowledging the pivotal role of local communities in the fight against insurgency and criminality, Matawalle underscored the need for establishing trust and cooperation with the civilian population. He said: “The locals are not merely bystanders in the fight against terrorism and other forms of criminality; they are one of the most valuable allies. Thus, we must show them that we are here to protect them.”

Furthermore, the Minister reaffirmed the commitment of the administration of  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR to ensure the safety and security of all Nigerians.

The highlight of the Conference was the unveiling of the book titled “Complex  Military Operations: Operation Hadin Kai in Perspective” written by Major General Edward S. Buba.

The Joint Task Force Commanders Conference 2024 serves as a pivotal platform for fostering collaboration, sharing insights, and devising innovative strategies to address prevailing security challenges and consolidating of Operational successes across all theatres of operations.