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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.

Incredible: Troops neutralize 2,351 terrorists, rescue 1,241 kidnapped hostages, denied oil theft worth over N20bn in 3 months

By Emmanuel Daudu

The Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba has disclosed that troops during the period Jan _ Mar 2024 resulted in 2,351 terrorists neutralize , 2,308 persons arrested and 1,241 kidnapped hostages rescued.
“Furthermore, troops recovered 2,847 weapons, 58,492 ammunitions and denied the oil theft of an estimated sum over N20 bn (N20,331,713,910.00) only.

Major General Edward Buba made this known on Thursday during a quarterly press briefing on ongoing military operations from January-March, 2024.

‘Breakdown for the period includes and is not limited to the following: 1,497 AK47 rifles, 33,878 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, 12,698 rounds of 7.62mm NATO, 948 assorted arms and 5,520 assorted ammo.

“Others are 21,573,310 litres of stolen crude oil, 2,723,430 litres of illegally refined AGO, 53,300 litres of DPK and 52,730 litres of PMS amongst other item.

“The foregoing demonstrates that ongoing operations are effective and result oriented.

“The armed forces is fighting a vicious enemy in the ongoing operations across the country. Nevertheless, the military is ready, prepared, equipped and focused on what to do with these terrorist and their cohorts.

“Surely, we have been collecting intelligence, hunting them and striking them where they maybe hiding and hibernating. Our aim is to kill this terrorist and the infrastructure that supports them.

“Accordingly, we have employed significant firepower to neutralize several terrorists and disrupt their activities.Indeed, significant terrorist commanders killed include and is not limited to the following: Abu Bilal Minuki (aka Abubakar Mainok) – Head of Is-Al Furqan Province (ISGS and ISWAP) and Haruna Isiya Boderi. He was a notorious terrorists who operated along Birnin Gwari Forest in Kaduna State as well as the Abuja Kaduna Highway. He was killed by troops in 21 Feb 24.

“Others are : Kachallah Damina ( Neutralised in Mar 24, by troops. He was neutralised alongside over 50 combatants), Kachallah Alhaji Dayi, Kachallah Idi (Namaidaro), Kachallah Kabiru (Doka), Kachallah Azarailu (Farin-Ruwa), Kachallah Balejo,
Kachallah Ubangida, Alhaji Baldu among several others.

“The above was achieved through synchronized strikes between the ground and air forces on terrorist enclaves. For instance, lmmediately upon acquisition of vital targets, fighter jets are scrambled to carry out major bombarding raids on significant terrorist enclaves”, he added.

In details

REPORT ON ONGOING MILITARY OPERATIONS BY THE ARMED FORCES OF NIGERIA AS AT 4 APRIL 2024

JOINT TASK FORCE OPERATION HADIN KAI (NORTH EAST)

1. Troops of Operation HADIN KAI recorded the following activities during the period under review; conducted offensive operations, fighting patrols, arrested suspected BH/ISWAP terrorists fighters and collaborators as well as surrendering of BH/ISWAP/JAS terrorists fighters in Damboa, Konduga, Bama, Gwoza and Nganzai LGAs of Borno State.

2.      Details as follows:

a. Offensive Operations. Between 27 March and 1 April 2024, troops with hybrid forces in separate operations conducted offensive operations and made contact with BH/ISWAP terrorists in Damboa, Konduga, Bama and Gwoza LGAs of Borno State. Following a fire fight, troops neutralized 34 terrorists and rescued 9 kidnapped hostages. Troops recovered 27 AK47 rifles, 3 PKT guns, 5 fabricated guns, 4 dane guns, 461 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, 432 rounds of 7.62mm NATO, 101 rounds of 7.62 x 54mm ammo, 11 magazines, 9 motorcycles, 10 mobile phones, 2 HH radios, 12 bicycles and 4 magazine jackets amongst others. Additionally, troops recovered 2 decomposed corpses suspected to repentant BH/ISWAP terrorists.
b. fighting Patrol. On 31 March 2024, troops with hybrid forces while on fighting patrol made contact with BH/ISWAP terrorists in Nganzai LGA of Borno State. Following a fire fight, troops neutralized 19 terrorists and recovered 16 AK47 rifles, 3 dane guns, 316 rounds of 7.62mm special, 4 mobile phones and cutlasses.
c. Arrest of Suspected ISWAP/JAS Terr Log Suppliers. On 29 and 31 March 2024, following a tip-off, troops in separate operations arrested 4 suspected BH/ISWAP/JAS terrorists collaborators in Jere and Gwoza LGAs of Borno State.
d. Arrest of suspected ISWAP/JAS Terr Fighter. On 29 March 2024, troops in separate operations arrested 2 BH/ISWAP/JAS terrorists fighters identified as Yagabalu Amodu Bimba and Modu Jubril in Gwoza and Monguno LGAs of Borno State. During the operations, troops recovered 3 AK47 rifles, 3 AK47 magazines, 119 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, one bandolier, one camelback and 3 mobile phones.
e.     Surrender of BH/ISWAP/JAS Terrs. Between 27 March and 2 April 2024, a total of 83 terrs comprising 16 adult males 19 adult females    and 48 children surrendered to troops within the theatre of operations.

SUMMARY

3. Overall, troops of Operation HADIN KAI neutralized 53 terrorists, arrested 36 and rescued 9 kidnapped hostages. Troops recovered 3 PKT guns, 46 AK47 rifles, 5 fabricated rifles, 7 dane guns, one bandolier, 896 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, 432 rounds of 7.62mm NATO, 101 rounds of 7.62 x 54mm ammo, 14 magazines, 2 HH radios, 9 motorcycles, 17 mobile phones and 12 bicycles amongst others.

JOINT TASK FORCE OPERATION SAFE HAVEN (NORTH CENTRAL)

4. Troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN recorded the following during the period under review; troops conducted offensive operations, cordon and search and arrested suspected violent extremists/kidnappers in Mangu, Barkin Ladi and Bassa LGAs of Plateau State as well as Ukum LGA of Benue State.

5.     Details are as follows:

a. Offensive Operations. Between 27 March and 2 April 2024, troops while on offensive operations raided a suspected violent extremists/kidnappers hideouts in Mangu and Barkin Ladi LGAs of Plateau State. During the operations, troops neutralized 6 violent extremists and arrested 4 suspects. Troops also recovered 5 AK47 rifles, one locally fabricated pistol, 166 rounds of 7.62mm special, 74 live cartridges, 5 motorcycles and 13 mobile phones amongst others.
b. Cordon and Search. On 29 and 30 March 2024, troops in separate operations conducted cordon and search operations in Mangu and Barkin Ladi LGAs of Plateau State. During the operations, troops arrested 13 suspected violent extremists/terrorists and recovered 2 locally made revolver rifles, 10 dane guns, one double barrel gun, 97 rounds of 9mm ammo, 131 rounds of 7.62mm NATO and military accoutrements.
c. Arrest Operation. Between 28 March and 1 April 2024, troops in separate operations arrested 6 suspected violent extremists/kidnappers in Mangu and Bassa LGAs of Plateau State as well as Ukum LGA of Benue State. During the operations, troops also rescued 2 kidnapped hostages.

SUMMARY

6. Overall, troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN neutralized 6 insurgents, arrested 23 violent extremists and rescued 2 kidnapped hostages. Troops recovered 5 AK47 rifles, one fabricated pistol, 10 dane guns, 2 locally made revolver rifles, 116 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, 131 rounds of 7.62mm NATO, 97 rounds of 9mm ammo, 74 cartridges, 5 motorcycles and 13 mobile phones amongst others.

OPERATION WHIRL STROKE (NORTH CENTRAL)

7. Troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE recorded the following during the week under review; conducted offensive operations and counter/anti kidnapping/criminality operation in Gassol, Zing and Takum LGAs of Taraba State as well as Kwande and Akwanga LGAs of Benue and Nasarawa States. Additionally, Bwari Area Council of FCT Abuja.

8. Details are as follows:

a. Offensive Operations. Between 27 and 31 March 2024, troops in separate operations conducted offensive operations in Gassol and Zing LGAs of Taraba State as well as Kwande LGA of Benue State respectively. During the operations, troops arrested 8 suspected violent extremists/terrorists and recovered 4 motorcycles, one vehicle, 15 mobile phones and the sum of N50,360 amongst others.
b. Counter/Anti- Kidnapping/Criminality Operation.
(1)   On 31 March 2024, troops responded to information on suspected violent extremists activities in Takum LGA of Taraba State. During the operation, troops arrested 2 suspects and rescued 24 kidnapped hostages as well as recovered one motorcycle.
(2)   On 29 And 31 March 2024, troops in separate operations conducted counter/anti kidnapping operations in Akwanga LGA of Nasarawa State as well as Bwari Area Council of FCT Abuja. During the operations, troops arrested 4 suspects and rescued 6 kidnapped hostages. Troops also recovered 3 locally fabricated rifles, 120 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, one ammo link and 2 mobile phones.

SUMMARY

9. Overall, troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE arrested 14 violent extremists and rescued 30 kidnapped hostage. Troops recovered 3 fabricated rifles, 120 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, one ammo link, 4 motorcycles, 17 mobile phones and the sum of N50,360 amongst others.

JOINT TASK FORCE OPERATION HADARIN DAJI (NORTH WEST)

10. The troops of Operation HADARIN DAJI recorded the following during the period under review; conducted offensive operations, counter/anti kidnapping/criminality operation, responded to terrorists activities and arrested suspects terrorists in Tsafe, Zurmi and Anka LGAs of Zamfara State as well as Kurfi, Mulumfashi, Kankara, Faskari and Danmusa LGAs of Katsina State. Additionally, Takai and Kiru LGAs of Kano State, Giwa and Kagarko LGAs of Kaduna State as well as Birnin Kebbi LGA of Kebbi State.

11.    Details are as follows;

a. Offensive Operations.
(1)   On 29 and 30 March 2024, troops in separate operations conducted offensive operations and made contact with terrorists in Tsafe LGA of Zamfara State. Following a fire fight, troops neutralized 11 terrorists and recovered 7 locally fabricated guns, 4 dane guns, 227 rounds of 7.62mm NATO, 10 cartridges and 3 motorcycles.
(3) Between 28 March and 2 April 2024, troops in separate operations conducted offensive operations and made contact with terrorists in Kurfi, Mulumfashi, Kankara and Faskari LGAs of Katsina State. Following a fire fight, troops neutralized 36 terrorists and recovered 24 AK47 rifles, 10 dane guns, one PKT guns, 5 fabricated guns, 451 rounds of 7.62mm special, 231 rounds of 7.62mm NATO, 98 rounds of 7.62 x 54mm ammo, 11 motorcycles, 6 mobile phones and 4 bicycles amongst others.

b.       Counter/Anti- Kidnapping/Criminality Operation. On 29 March and 1 April 2024, troops while conducting counter/anti kidnapping operations intercepted and arrested 2 suspected terrorists as well as rescued 10 kidnapped hostages in Zurmi and Takai LGAs of Zamfara and Kano States respectively.
c. Violent Extremists/Insurgs Activities. On 28 March and 1 April 2024, following INTREP troops responded to information on terrorists activities and made contact with terrorists in Giwa and Kagarko LGAs of Kaduna State as well as Anka LGA of Zamfara State. Following a fire fight, troops neutralized 10 terrorists and arrested 5 suspects. Troops also recovered 7 fabricated guns, 4 dane guns, 2 locally made revolver rifles, 132 rounds of 7.62mm NATO, 96 cartridges, 6 motorcycles and 3 mobile phones.
d.       Arrest Operations.
(1)     On 29 March and 1 April 2024, troops while conducting fighting patrols arrested 7 suspected terrorists in Danmusa and Birnin Kebbi LGAs of Katsina and Kebbi States respectively.
(2) On 31 March 2024, troops while conducting counter/anti kidnapping operation arrested one suspected kidnapper in Kiru LGA of Kano State. Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect have participated in series of kidnapping incidents, armed robbery and cattle rustling within the state and environ.

SUMMARY

12. Overall, troops of Operation HADARIN DAJI neutralized 57 terrorists, arrested 7 terrorists and rescued 10 kidnapped hostages. Troops recovered 24 AK47 rifles, one PKT gun, 19 fabricated guns, 18 locally made dane guns, 2 fabricated revolver rifles, 451 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, 590 rounds of 7.62mm NATO, 98 rounds of 7.62 x 54mm ammo, 106 live cartridges, 20 motorcycles and 9 mobile phones amonsgt other items.

JOINT TASK FORCE OPERATION WHIRL PUNCH (NORTH WEST)

13. The troops of Operation WHIRL PUNCH recorded the following during the week under review; conducted offensive operations in Giwa and Kajuru LGAs of Kaduna State.

14. Details are as follows;

a. Offensive Operations. Between 29 March and 1 April 2024, troops in a separate operations conducted offensive operations and made contact with terrorists in Giwa and Kajuru LGAs of Kaduna State. Following a fire fight, troops neutralized 15 terrorists and recovered 10 AK47 rifles, 4 fabricated guns, one dane gun, 231 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, 121 rounds of 7.62mm NATO, 4 motorcycles, 3 mobile phones and one baofeng radio.

SUMMARY

15. Overall, troops of Operation WHIRL PUNCH neutralized 15 terrorists and recovered 10 AK47 rifles, one dane gun, 4 fabricated guns, 231 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, 121 rounds of 7.62mm NATO, one baofeng radio, 4 motorcycles and 3 mobile phones amonsgt others.

JOINT TASK FORCE OPERATION DELTA SAFE (SOUTH SOUTH)

16. Troops of Operation DELTA SAFE maintained momentum against the activities of crude oil theft. Troops destroyed several illegal refining sites and recovered stolen products. Troops also conducted offensive operations in Southern Ijaw and Akpabuyo LGAs of Bayelsa and Cross River as well as Ughelli South and North LGAs of Delta State.

Details as follows:

a. Troops Destroy Illegal Refining Sites. Troops recovered 565,200 litres of stolen crude oil, 22,500 litres of illegally refined AGO, 1,050 litres of DPK and 8,000 litres of PMS. Additionally, Troops discovered and destroyed 6 dugout pits, 33 boats and 18 storage tanks. Other items recovered include 25 cooking ovens, 3 vehicles and 16 illegal refining sites.
b. Offensive Operations. Between 29 and 1 April 2024, troops in separate operations conducted offensive operations in Southern Ijaw and Akpabuyo LGAs of Bayelsa and Cross River States as well as Ughelli South and North LGAs of Delta State. During the operations, troops arrested 7 suspects and rescued one kidnapped hostage. Troops also recovered 2 dane guns, one fabricated pistol, 69 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo and 200 cartridges in a bacco bag hidden under a demolished building.

SUMMARY

17. Overall, troops of Operation DELTA SAFE recovered 565,200 litres of stolen crude oil, 22,500 litres of illegally refined AGO, 1,050 litres of DPK and 8,000 litres of PMS. Additionally, Troops discovered and destroyed 6 dugout pits, 33 boats and 18 storage tanks. Other items recovered include 25 cooking ovens, 3 vehicles and 16 illegal refining sites.

18. Troops apprehended 25 suspected oil thefts and other violent extremists. Troops recovered 10 weapons and 269 assorted ammunitions.

JOINT TASK FORCE OPERATION UDO KA (SOUTH EAST)

19. Troops of Operation UDO KA recorded the following during the week under review; troops arrested suspected violent extremists/kidnappers, gunrunners and raided IPOB/ESN camp in Onitsha North and Izi LGAs of Anambra and Ebonyi States respectively.

20.    Details as follows:

a. Offensive Operations. On 29 and 31 March 2024, troops inconjunction with DSS and Nigerian Police conducted fighting patrols to violent extremists/IPOB/ESN camps and hideouts in Oguta, Oru and Mbaitoli LGAs of Imo State as well as Onicha and Ohaukwu LGAs of Ebonyi State respectively. During the operations, troops arrested one suspect and recovered 2 AK47 rifles, 3 pump action guns, 160 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, 93 cartridges, 3 IEDs, one RPG bomb, 2 motorcycles, 7 Baofeng radios, 4 mobile phones and military accoutrements amongst others.

SUMMARY

21. Overall, troops of Operation UDO KA arrested one violent extremists and recovered 2 AK47 rifles, 3 pump action guns, 3 IEDs, 160 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, 93 live cartridges, one RPG bomb, 7 Baofeng radios, 2 motorcycles and 4 mobile phones amonsgt other. All recovered items, arrested suspects and rescued hostages were handed over to the relevant authority for further action.

EDWARD BUBA
Major General
Director Defence Media Operations

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Youth Minister Applauds FG For Signing Student Loans Bill

Maryam Aminu

The federal government of Nigeria is determined to ensure that education is given the proper attention necessary for the country including skills development programmes.

This is as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday signed the student loans re-enactment bill into law.

The law will allow Nigerian students in tertiary institutions to access low-interest loans for tuition and other academic needs.

Reacting to the signing of the bill, the Hon.Minister of State for Youth Development, Hon Ayodele Olawande applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing of the student loans (Access to Higher Education) bill into law which establishes the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).

Olawande made the remarks on Wednesday, during the signing of the bill.

The Minister expressed delight that President Tinubu is placing premium on the provision of quality education to Nigerians, adding that he has shown that he is not just talking about investing in the future; he is also committed to making it happen

While expressing that the groundbreaking law is poised to change the future of education in Nigeria forever, the Minister encouraged young people to grab the opportunity with both hands

According to the Minister, “this new law creates the Nigeria Education Loan Fund, NELFUND to support students financially so they can study without worrying about tuition and other school-related expenses.

“To every young person willing to dream and aspire, this law is your invitation to step up, get educated and contribute to the growth and development of our dear nation.

Olawand assured that the Ministry of Youth Development will work closely with NELFUND to ensure that the law is effective and that the youth of Nigeria derive maximum benefits that would aid their quest for quality education.

FG To Collaborate With ICYF On Youth Empowerment

Maryam Aminu

Youth unemployment is one of the most cancerous problems inhibiting sustained economic growth and development in Nigeria.

Youth unemployment has led to a lot of the social vices. Prominent among them include internet and other frauds, kidnapping, armed robbery, destitution, prostitution, terrorism, political thuggery, among others.

Every country’s growth and development depends on the level of the resourcefulness of its citizens, majorly the youths

In the bid to ensure that youths in Nigeria becomes more productive and build the right skills for employability, the Federal Government through the Federal Ministry of Youth Development has expressed readiness to collaborate with the Islamic Cooperation Youth Forum (ICYF) on empowerment of youth to make them productive and self-reliant.

The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Youth Development, Dr. Donuma Umar Ahmed
stated this when he received the Director-General of the cabinet, ICYF, Mr. Yunus Sonmez and his delegation, who came on a courtesy visit to his office at the Federal Secretariat, Abuja.

Dr. Ahmed remarked that the Ministry welcomes ideas and programmes that empower the youth and give them the opportunity to network with their counterparts around the world.

According to the Permanent Secretary, “Our doors are always open to any initiative for collaboration on issues of youth development and any initiative that will deepen collaborations between us and organizations that work on youth development.”

“We are going to take the cooperations to the next level. We will look at those frameworks that you have outlined, and we are going to bring up our position. We are going to interface with you and cooperate with you in all those areas.” He added.

The Permanent Secretary informed the guest that the Ministry handles issues of entrepreneurship, adding that there is a technical department that handles the issues of youth entrepreneurship and vocational skills. He further disclosed that the Ministry also has a department that deals with youth education.

Mr. Yunus Sonmez, Director General of the Cabinet , ICYF Presenting a gift to Dr. Dunama Umar Ahmed, Permanent Secretsry Federal Ministry of Youth Development, during his courtesy visit on the Permanent Secretary.

“We are also dealing with issues of mental health. We will look at those critical areas that we can collaborate to work out a flagship programme”, he further explained.

He assured the delegation of the Ministry’s commitment to the noble objectives of repositioning the Nigerian youth to enable them to play a significant role in the socio-economic development of the country.

Speaking earlier, the head of the delegation, Mr. Yunus Sonmez disclosed that his organisation, which has its headquarters in Turkey, is affiliated with the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).

Sonmez added that the ICYF deals with issues on economic, social, and cultural growth.

” We have been working on economic, social and cultural growth since 2006, we have vocational training and entrepreneurship, we have social programmes with focus on network creation where we organise camps and other programmes to bring youths from the OIC member states and Muslim minorities in the US, Britain and Europe together to discuss issues concerning the youth” he said.

He disclosed that his organization has OIC Youth Capital Programme and encouraged the Ministers of Youth and Sports from the Sub Saharan African member nations of the OIC to apply for the programme .

Mr. Sonmez further said, “The main aim of visiting Nigeria is because of our iftar prorammes which we want to hold here, and we would like to develop our relationship with the relevant authorities. We are working with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. We want to enlarge our cooperations. Nigeria is one of the biggest countries in the OIC region in terms of population and potential.”

CISLAC Boss Suggest Ways To Navigate Nigeria out of Debt

CISLAC Boss Suggest Ways To Navigate Nigeria out of Debt

Maryam Aminu

Nigeria faces significant challenges in managing its debt burden amidst competing demands for scarce resources.

The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), has recognized the critical nature of the country’s fiscal crisis marked by a consistent decline in federal government’s revenue over the past half a decade.

CISLAC faulted the fiscal crisis to the government’s over reliance on unsustainable debts which is perpetuated by unrealistic/over bloated budgets,weak revenue mobilization efforts, misplaced spending priorities and a lack of transparency and accountability in public finance management

The Executive Director, CISLAC, Auwal Ibrahim Musa Rafsanjani made this known on Wednesday 3rd March, 2024 in Lagos during a media presentation of Research On Tax Expenditure and Debt Management with support from Christian Aid UK, Nigeria.

Rafsanjani expressed that there must be sincere demonstrations in the government’s commitment to addressing Nigeria’s pressing fiscal challenges, encompassing tax expenditure, debt management, revenue mobilization, and the prioritization of spending.

The CISLAC Boss reiterated the need for the government to recognize the urgency of adopting a holistic approach to debt management that balances the need for borrowing with the imperative of debt sustainability.

He also emphasised the urgent need for the National Assembly to rigorously scrutinise loan requests, ensure compliance with the law and alignment with the interests of the Nigerian public.

Rafsanjani expressed that compounding Nigeria’s fiscal woes are significant revenue losses attributed to tax expenditures, encompassing incentives, exemptions, credits and waivers.

Referencing the 2021 Tax Expenditure Statement (TES), he said revenue foregone due to tax expenditures accounted for approximately 4% of GDP, equating to N6.8 trillion.

He noted that the alarming trend is evidenced by substantial shortfalls in revenue, with deficits ranging from 31% to as high as 50% in the years spanning 2018 to 2023.

Concurrently, Nigeria’s overall debt burden has skyrocketed, reaching a staggering N97.34 trillion in the fourth quarter of 2023 from N87.9 trillion ($114.3 billion) as of June 2023.

While Nigeria’s debt profile continues to grow, and it allocates most of its budget revenue to debt servicing at the expense of investing in more critical social sectors and infrastructural development, there has been a wide consensus around the reasonability/sincerity of purpose behind external borrowings, the increasing role of private creditors in Nigeria’s debt crisis and lack of accountability mechanism in utilisation of loans for the purpose for which they were granted/taken.

This substantial leakage of revenue underscores the urgency of addressing tax expenditure and debt management issues with utmost priority.

“In response to these multifaceted challenges, the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre and the Tax Justice and Governance Platform with support from Christian Aid Nigeria through an ongoing Debt Justice campaign, have undertaken several sensitisation engagements with civil society and media as well as policy engagements with relevant state actors, most of which have been informed by our research on tax expenditures and its implications on debt management and sustainability in Nigeria.” He disclosed

The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre appealled for the conduct of thorough assessments of existing tax incentives to identify areas of inefficiency, duplication, or inequity.

CISLAC called for the engagement of stakeholders, including government agencies, private sector representatives, and civil society organizations, to solicit input and expertise in the reformulation of tax policies as well as promotion of transparency and accountability in the administration of tax expenditures, including regular reporting and evaluation mechanisms to assess the impact of revenue generating organizations and their economic outcomes

He further suggested Investigating the movement and spending of loans received by the Federal Government in the past and present administrations, including but not limited to the $3.4 billion loan obtained from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as reported in the 2020 annual audited report published last week by the Auditor-General of the Federation.

Other suggestions include
” Revising legal and institutional frameworks related to debt management, emphasizing transparency and accountability. This includes empowering bodies like the Fiscal Responsibility Commission and the Debt Management Office to enforce laws and regulations.
Enhancing oversight of government borrowing activities to ensure transparency, accountability, and adherence to fiscal discipline.”

“Strengthening debt sustainability assessments to assess the affordability and risks associated with new borrowing initiatives.Exploring innovative financing mechanisms and debt restructuring options to alleviate debt pressures and create fiscal space for priority investments in infrastructure, human capital, and social services.”

“Reviewing and updating tax laws to improve efficiency, equity, and revenue generation.
Closing loopholes and addressing tax evasion and avoidance through robust enforcement mechanisms.”

He further suggested promoting investment-friendly tax policies that stimulate economic growth and job creation.

“We believe that governments at all levels need to acknowledge the critical importance of formulating, implementing and monitoring fiscal policies that are technically sound, widely acceptable and administratively feasible.”

“By harnessing the collective expertise and insights of all relevant stakeholders, we are confident that we will navigate the complexities of Nigeria’s fiscal landscape and chart a course towards sustainable economic growth and development with transparency, accountability, and fiscal prudence as guiding principles.” Rafsanjani addd