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Army’s Successes Under-reported In Nigeria – Official
Brig:-Gen. E. Egbe, the Commander, 33 Artillery Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Shadawanka Barracks in Bauchi state has lamented low reportage of the successes of the Nigerian Army in combating insecurity in the country.
The Commander stated this when the Executives of the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Bauchi State council paid him a courtesy visit in his office Wednesday.
“We work day-in day-out to secure the Communities but such good efforts and our achievements are mostly under-reported.
“We have been doing so much but they are hardly in the news, however, if there is an error, it will be blown out of proportion.
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“We are not saying some anomalies should go unreported, but let it be verified and reported correctly.
“We are all partners in the Nigerian project and as such, Journalists should do more of positive reports about the country than the negatives”, said the Commander.
He also called on all journalists across the country, particularly, leaders of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) to work toward fighting against the activities of fake news peddlers for the betterment of the country.
Egbe further advised the NUJ on the need to review assignment of the Disciplinary Committee with a view to ensure more sanity in Journalism as well as curbing the menace of fake news.
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“Castigating your own is demoralizing and journalists should do well in reporting the military well“. He said.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Correspondents’ Chapel of the state’s NUJ, Mallam Ahmed Mohammed, explained that the purpose of the courtesy visit was to seek for collaboration and synergy between his members and the 33 Artillery Brigade, Bauchi under his command.
He pointed out that the Correspondents’ chapel comprised both National and international, print and broadcast reporters as members, adding that the members were shakers and movers of Journalism profession in the state.
He commended the Nigerian Army for their tireless efforts to secure the country, adding that it was the only profession where one leaves his family to stay in the bush for years just to protect his country.
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DSS Issues Warning, Arrests Man For Circulating Fake Recruitment Materials
The Department of State Services (DSS) has disclosed the arrest of one Mr. Eze Ezenwa Benard, who was recently apprehended for circulating fake DSS recruitment past questions and answers on Facebook.
The agency, while warning the public in a statement on Saturday, said the suspect operated through a page known as “Jobs and Education”, where he advertised the fraudulent materials and charged unsuspecting members of the public one thousand naira (N1,000) for access.
“The public is hereby cautioned to disregard any materials, as the DSS does not sell or distribute recruitment questions, answers, or examination guides through private individuals or social media pages. Recruitment into the Service, when necessary, follows specialised procedure in accordance with extant laws and due process,” the statement reads.
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Continuing, DSS said Ezenwa’s arrest underscores the Service’s determination to safeguard Nigerians from the fraudulent schemes of unpatriotic elements. “Citizens are therefore encouraged to remain vigilant, verify information from official sources and report suspicious recruitment adverts or individuals attempting to extort money under false pretense.”
The agency assured that it will continue to protect the integrity of its recruitment process while ensuring that perpetrators of fraud face the full weight of the law.
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‘Na Only People You Gave Work Love You,’ Singer Speed Darlington Tells Tinubu
Singer Speed Darlington has told President Bola Tinubu that public admiration cannot be bought, warning that only those who received appointments or jobs from the government truly support him.
In a video posted on Saturday, August 23, the singer said, “Everything isn’t about the economy! There is more to leadership than the economy. See as everybody dey call your name, dey complain. Nobody loves you. Na only the ones you gave work, na them love you. Even your own tribe dey complain about you.”
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Darlington, an Igbo man, urged Tinubu to focus on police reform and respect for human rights. “The Nigerian police is an oppressive agency rooted in human rights violation. As a matter of fact, if they do not violate you, it’s as if they are not even doing their job.
“The idea of arrest before investigation is a pure human rights violation. You arrest and hold a person before you dey investigate. Please, before you leave office, please speak to your Yoruba brother IGP man,” he added.
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Before You Leave Office, Reform The Police — Speed Darlington Urges Tinubu
Popular controversial singer Speed Darlington has called on President Bola Tinubu to reform the Nigerian Police Force, urging the government to prioritise citizens’ rights alongside economic growth.
In a video posted on Saturday, the entertainer criticised what he described as the police’s systemic human rights violations and oppressive practices.
“Mr President, before you leave office, whether you secure a second term or not, try your best to improve Nigeria. Everything isn’t about the economy!
“There is more to leadership than the economy. See as everybody dey call your name, dey complain. Nobody loves you. Na only the ones you gave work, na them love you. Even your own tribe dey complain about you,” he said.
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The singer, who identifies as Igbo, urged Tinubu to engage with the Inspector-General of Police and implement reforms.
“As an Igbo man, the advice I can give you so people will know your name and remember you for something good is to reform the police. Reform the police.
“The Nigerian police is an oppressive agency rooted in human rights violation. As a matter of fact, if they do not violate you, it’s as if they are not even doing their job.
“The idea of arrest before investigation is a pure human rights violation. You arrest and hold a person before you dey investigate,” he added.
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Darlington also recounted his personal ordeal with law enforcement, highlighting the system’s abuse of power.
“I was held for two months after the judge had ordered my release. FID held me for two months. According to my lawyer, the Nigerian law gives only 28 days for investigation.
“They held me for two months. What is the extra month for? Because they can. If you give them money, they oppress your enemy. I have experienced it,” he said.
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