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Bauchi Community Lauds NGO On Gender Based Violence Sensitisation

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2 years ago

August 30, 2023

Some residents of Gadan Maiwa community in Ningi Local Government Area of Bauchi state have commended Women and Children’s Rights and Empowerment Foundation (WCREF) for sensitizing them on Gender Based Violence (GBV).

They made the commendation in a separate interview with newsmen in the community on Wednesday during a One-Day Sensitisation Training and Reporting on Gender Based Violence using referer pathways in Northeast.

One of the residents, Hafsat Ya’u, said that the sensitisation was very important to the people of the community especially, women, where Gender Based Violence, most especially rape is on the high side.

She said “our children, sisters and even elders are being raped almost on a daily basis either on their way to farms or somewhere that is a bit quiet and nobody is taking any action on it.

“That’s why most of them prefer to keep quiet about it and let the matter go.

“We thank God that they brought this programme here and the founder also promised us to be taking such cases up to a concluding end,” she said.

In his contribution, another resident, Isage Suleiman, said that the ‘life saving’ programme came at the right time into the community.

According to him, the people now have confidence to approach the foundation to help them take up a case to a logical conclusion.

“Before the coming of the programme, rape cases were on the high side and even recently, we have two cases of rape and we have handed the cases to Barrister Abdu already to help us take them up.

“May the Almighty Allah continue to help her and whoever is behind this foundation so as to continue to help the less privileged,” he prayed.

Also, Abubakar Tela, Gadan Maiwa community Leader explained that there was a problem of GBV in the community, adding that the programme is a blessing to the community as many people had been sensitised on how to address it.

He called on other Non Governmental Organisations (NGOs) to emulate the foundation and bring to the people especially, the less privileged programmes that would be beneficial to them.

In her address, Barr. Mariam Abdu, the Executive Director, WCREF, said that the foundation selected the community having realised that there had not been much training on GBV in the area, hence, were suffering in silence.

“We are here to empower them to make them know that if you have been raped or knows anybody that has been raped, don’t suffer in silence and don’t keep it to yourself.

“I will actually be standing for them if the case arises and we have created a coalition of able bodied people who have different positions like the Civil Defence, Police, Lawyers and others.

“I want them to know that they are not alone, we are behind them 120 per cent as there are laws, policies that back them and It’s time for us to not shy away from things that are not our faults, it’s time for us to speak up and get justice,” she advised.

On his part, Mr Abdulsalam Ridwan, Head of Programme, WCREF, explained that the foundation had been in existence since 2018 and had been conducting Sensitisation on GBV in the Northwestern part of the

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Three Nigerians Arrested For Fraud In Kenya

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18 minutes ago

November 14, 2025

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At least three Nigerians have been arrested in the Mwaliko Estate, Mwea Town, Kenya, on allegations of cyber fraud.

A report by Tuko News, a Kenyan digital news platform, revealed that the suspects were apprehended by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations on Wednesday.

The arrested individuals have been identified as Peter Chukwujekwu, Alazor Chukulute Sunday, and Nnalue Chiagozie Samwe.

According to the report on Thursday, the trio were flushed out of their apartment after members of the public raised concerns about suspicious late-night activities in the building.

The DCI confirmed the arrests, stating that they occurred during “a multi-agency raid targeting a cyber fraud ring” in the area.

The report quoted the DCI as saying: “Three Nigerian nationals nabbed in Kirinyaga multi-agency raid. A well-coordinated multi-agency raid in Mwaliko Estate within Mwea town has blown the lid off a suspected cyber fraud ring operated by three Nigerian nationals.”

The suspects, who claimed to be running an online business, were said to be living in Kenya illegally and lacked valid work permits.

This arrest is part of a broader trend of Nigerians being apprehended abroad for various criminal activities, including cyber fraud, drug trafficking, and human trafficking.

In June 2023, Kenyan police arrested 19 Nigerians in Nairobi for engaging in electronic fraud targeting Kenyans.

According to the DCI, the men, aged between 19 and 33, used social media to initiate their scam, swindling unsuspecting Kenyans under the guise of offering goods deliveries from abroad.

“The fraudsters start by befriending you on social media (Facebook), and once you accept the friend request, they initiate a friendly chat that promises the victim goodies to be sent through DHL at the airport,” the DCI explained.

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Ronaldo Sent Off, Faces World Cup Suspension

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56 minutes ago

November 14, 2025

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Cristiano Ronaldo could miss at least the opening game of the 2026 World Cup after receiving a red card for violent conduct during Portugal’s 2-0 defeat to the Republic of Ireland on Thursday.

As reported by ESPN on Thursday, the Al Nassr forward was shown a yellow card initially in the 61st minute for elbowing Ireland defender Dara O’Shea.

Still, after a review via VAR, the referee upgraded the decision to a red card. It was Ronaldo’s first red card for Portugal in his 226th international appearance, setting a record in men’s football, though he has been sent off 13 times at club level.

Following FIFA disciplinary rules, Ronaldo faces a mandatory one-match ban in competitive fixtures.

The regulations state that violent conduct could result in a ban of “at least three matches or an appropriate period of time for assault, including elbowing.”

The ban would apply to competitive games and cannot be served in pre-tournament friendlies.

Portugal went into the game knowing a win would secure their place at the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, but two goals from Troy Parrott stunned the visitors.

Despite the loss, Portugal still leads Hungary by two points in Group F, meaning a win against Armenia on Sunday will ensure Ronaldo reaches his sixth World Cup.

Before the game, Ronaldo acknowledged the challenge of playing at the Aviva Stadium, where he expected to face boos from Irish fans.

He said, “I really like the fans here. The support they give to the national team it’s lovely. For me, it’s a pleasure to come and play here again. Of course, it will be tough. I hope they don’t boo me too much tomorrow. I swear that I’m going to try to be a good boy.”

After being sent off, Ronaldo was seen reacting to the crowd’s jeers with a wry expression, clapping his hands and giving two thumbs up in a gesture interpreted as sarcastic.

Ronaldo’s red card came after previous controversies with Irish fans, including accusations in the reverse fixture of having undue influence over the match official when Rúben Neves scored a last-minute winner against Ireland.

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VIDEO: I Handle Pressure With Calm, Focus, Says Osimhen

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1 hour ago

November 14, 2025

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Nigeria’s star striker Victor Osimhen has shrugged off criticism over missed chances, saying, “Sometimes I score, sometimes I miss.”

The Super Eagles forward, who scored twice in the 4-1 win over Gabon, acknowledged the pressure of playing for his country and club, Al Nassr, but emphasised his ability to stay composed and correct mistakes.

In a video shared on Thursday on Instagram by sports journalist @iamcalisports, Osimhen explained that as a professional striker, he has learned to stay composed regardless of missed opportunities.

He said, “Sometimes I score the goal that no one believes and sometimes I lose the one that people think I’m going to score. But that doesn’t take away… I always have this mentality.”

Osimhen, who missed two clear chances in the second half, made up for it by scoring in extra time. He emphasised the importance of quickly correcting mistakes.

“At first, I told them I’m sorry, and I told them I’m going to correct it in extra time. And I’m happy I did it.”

Osimhen also praised his teammates’ support and the collective team spirit, saying, “Kudos to the guys who gave me the assist to score those two goals. I’m happy about the mentality of the team, all of us.”

He thanked fans for their encouragement, noting, “Thank you also to so many Super Eagles fans all over the world who have scored with us, who have gone through it all with us. This win is also for them.”

Looking ahead, Osimhen acknowledged that the next round will be challenging, but pledged, “The next round is not going to be easy either. We will give everything to make sure that we go to the final.”

Osimhen scored twice as the Super Eagles defeated the Panthers of Gabon 4-1 in extra time on Thursday at Stade Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco. After a goalless first half, Akor Adams put Nigeria ahead, Gabon equalised late in the second half, and in extra time, Chidera Ejuke and Osimhen’s two goals sealed the victory.

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