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Group Advocates Implementation Of VAPP, Child Protection Laws In Bauchi

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6 months ago

February 13, 2025

A Non Governmental Organisation, Aid Connect for Development (AIDCODE), has advocated for the implementation of the Violence Against Person’s Prohibition and the Child Protection laws in Bauchi state.

Mrs Abigail Hardo, the Executive Director, AIDCODE, made the call in Bauchi on Thursday during a roundtable discussion with stakeholders on Child Protection law and Violence Against Person’s Prohibition (VAPP) law.

According to her, the roundtable with the stakeholders was imperative as the organisation saw the need for the safety of children and girls in the state.

“We see the need for the safety of our children and girls and we noticed that Bauchi state has introduced the child protection law but it has not been implemented.

“We felt we should bring in stakeholders to be able to come together and see to as why the implementation being delayed, why is it not active even in our schools.

“The participants in this meeting are to understand the strategies to implement these laws, the challenges and how to overcome them generally.

“As an organisation, we want to see the change on the right of a child. Where a child is violated, what is the protection law saying regarding that child,” she said.

On the Violence Against Person’s Prohibition, Hardo explained that AIDCODE and other stakeholders wanted to see what the law is saying on violations of any form and how to go about it.

She advocated that children must know that they have a right of protection or they have the right to be protected by their state, communities, places of worship and the society as a whole.

Also speaking, one of the stakeholders, Maimuma Yusuf, Gender Desk Officer, Bauchi state Ministry of Justice, said one of the strategies to ensure the implementation of these laws is to create awareness.

She explained that laws are something not easily understood by the people, adding that even an educated person might not necessarily understand the content of the law.

“As part of the strategies, we are to sensitise the masses on these laws and build the capacities of the service providers because it’s one thing to be a service provider and it’s another to know the procedure to follow,” said the legal practitioner.

On his part, Rev. Jibila Dani from the Prevailing Faith Ministry International, said that some of the challenges of the implementation of the laws in the state have to do with the cultural and religious background of the people in the state.

Dani, who lauded the efforts of the state government in accenting to the law, urged the government to do more in the area of awareness creation.

“The religious perspective is not against charting ways for the implementation of these laws.

“Religious organisations are ever ready and with arms open to see that these laws are implemented and put to use in Bauchi state,” he assured.

It could be recalled that the Bauchi state House of Assembly had passed the two laws and assented to by Gov. Bala Mohammed but are yet to be implemented effectively.

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Fintiri Hikes Corps Members’ All

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9 hours ago

August 1, 2025

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Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has increased the monthly allowance of National Youth Service Corps members serving in the state from N20,000 to N30,000.

The governor made the announcement on Friday at the swearing-in ceremony for the 2025 Batch B Stream I corps members, held at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Damare, Girei Local Government Area.

“As a government, we are committed to improving the welfare of corps members.

“This increment aligns with our promise to create a friendly and supportive atmosphere for you,” the governor stated.

Fintiri also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to youth development and welfare, stating that the allowance hike complements ongoing support efforts such as regular food provision and other welfare initiatives.

Speaking further, he disclosed that plans were at an advanced stage for the construction of a new NYSC orientation camp in the state.

He directed the NYSC State Coordinator to involve corps members with relevant qualifications—such as architects, civil engineers, and quantity surveyors—in supervising the project.

Congratulating the new corps members, Fintiri welcomed them to Adamawa and assured them of government support.

He described them as vital partners in delivering key government policies, particularly in education.

“As bonafide citizens of Adamawa during your service year, you are expected to uphold discipline, engage in community development, and cultivate healthy interactions,” Fintiri stated.

He emphasised the importance of the orientation programme in preparing corps members for their national assignment.

The state Commissioner for Youths and NYSC Governing Board Chairman, Wali Yakubu, urged corps members to take the course seriously, follow camp rules, and embrace skill acquisition for post-service self-reliance.

The NYSC State Coordinator, Mrs. Osoro Caroline, commended the corps members’ discipline and participation so far.

She said the orientation course was tailored to equip them for meaningful national contributions.

Osoro praised Fintiri’s consistent support, describing him as a “visionary leader and a beacon of youth empowerment in Nigeria.”

The event also featured the oath of allegiance administered by the Chief Judge of Adamawa, Justice Hapsat Abdurrahman, and a ceremonial presentation of the NYSC journal to the governor.

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Fintiri Gifts Super Falcons Coach N50m, House For WAFCON Victory

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10 hours ago

August 1, 2025

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The Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Fintiri, has gifted Super Falcons coach, Justin Madugu, a three-bedroom bungalow and N50 million for leading the national women’s football team to victory at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

According to a Facebook post by the governor’s aide, Pius Iliya, the presentation was made at the Government House in Yola, the state capital.

Madugu, an indigene of Adamawa, was hailed by Fintiri for his role in the Falcons’ triumph at the tournament, which took place in Morocco earlier this year.

“Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, on behalf of the Government and people of Adamawa State, has gifted Justine Pwanidi Madugu ( Coach of Nigeria’s Super Falcons) a three-bedroom bungalow and a sum of N50m for leading the team into winning the 2024 Women African Cup of Nation that took place in Morocco this year,” the post read.

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Policeman Rejects N800,000 Bribe To Free Robbery Suspect In A’Ibom

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10 hours ago

August 1, 2025

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CSP Ebong Thompson

A police officer in charge of the Special Weapons and Tactics Unit, Ebong Thompson has rejected the sum of N800,000 offered to him to secure the release of an armed robbery suspect and cover up the crime.

This is as the command has arrested the suspects in connection with the bribe

A statement by the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State on Friday said the suspects involved in the deal have been arrested and taken to custody.

According to the statement, 53-year-old David Isaac was arrested after a Samsung phone that was snatched at gun point was traced to him.

John stated that the suspect has a record of similar offences having been arrested and charged to court for similar crimes sometime last year but returned to criminal activities after his release.

She added that the other suspect, Emmanuel Peter, was arrested and taken to custody after he brought the the sum of N.8m to the SWAT office to secure the release of the main suspect.

Meanwhile, the commissioner of police who has given a commendation letter to the officer, warned the public to desist from compromising police investigation.

The statement read in part, ”A police officer in charge of the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Unit, CSP Ebong Thompson, rejected N800,000 bribe offered to him on Wednesday, July 30, 2025.

“The money was intended to secure the release of an armed robbery suspect and also cover up the crime.

”The suspect, 53-year-old David Samuel Isaac, was arrested after a Samsung phone that was gotten at gun point was traced to him. Isaac has a history of similar offences as he was arrested and charged to court for similar crimes sometime last year but returned to criminal activities after his release.

”The other suspect, Emmanuel Mendie Peter was arrested after he brought the bribe to the SWAT office to secure the release of the main suspect. He was taken into custody after the offer was rejected.

”All officers concerned with this discreet investigation received a commendation letter from the Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Mohammed Azare. The CP, while addressing officers at the end of the month briefing, charged them to emulate the Distinguished officers.

”Members of the public are therefore warned to desist from compromising police investigation.”
(PUNCH)