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From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  SAHEL ReportersNews: The Ambassador of the Embassy of the state of Palestine, Abdullah M. Abu Shawesh said the Israeli Knesset illegal approver of a bill to end UNRWA's activity in the occupied West bank including East Jerusalem and Gaza strip will deepen the suffering and misery of millions of Palestinian refugees especially in Gaza. He further said that, the decision will deprive nearly 650,000 students of their right to education in Gaza alone.  He revealed this during a press briefing on Thursday in Abuja noted that UNRWA “employing 30,000 Palestinians, served almost 6 million refugees, including in Gaza where 1,476,706 Palestinians are registered as refugees in eight Palestinian refugee camps, while in the West Bank 800,000 are registered. It will be recall that  Israel passed a law on Monday banning the U.N. Palestinian refugee agency UNRWA from operating in the country, legislation that could impact

From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun in order to ensure perpetrator of heinous crimes of various degrees are swept away from disrupting the peace of the country, has again recorded a milestone achievement in the fight against crime. Briefing journalists  on Thursday in Abuja, Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi disclosed that, Since October 1st 2024, the Nigeria Police Force has recorded significant achievements in the fight against crime. Adejobi noted that, the tremendous efforts of the Force under the guidance of the IGP serves as a beacon of hope in the fight against criminal elements, showcasing remarkable progress in advancing the primary objective of ensuring peace and security for all citizens. Embracing a multifaceted approach to law enforcement, the Nigeria Police Force has made significant advancements in curbing criminal behavior and fos

From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Defence Headquarters have denied allegations of media reports making rounds that the Niger State House of Assembly alleged that the Nigerian Army Military Training Area in Kotangora LGA of the state has been taken over by bandits On a statement signed on Wednesday by the Director Defence Media Operations Maj-Gen Edward Buba in Abuja  described the allegation as incorrect and in accurate with realities on the ground.  The statement stated thus:  "The attention of Defence Headquarters has been drawn to media reports making rounds that the Niger State House of Assembly alleged that the Nigerian Army Military Training Area in Kotangora LGA of the state has been taken over by bandits. Firstly, this headquarters seize the opportunity to unequivocally state that, this allegation is incorrect and in accurate with realities on the ground.  "While, it is understanding that troops have recorded encounters with terrorists in the course of opera

The family of Dr. Emmanuel Ossy Irono has announced the unfortunate  death of their father, father-in-law, and grandfather, Professor Humphrey Nwosu, who passed away on Oct 20, 2024 at the age of 83. Dr. Emmanuel Ossy Irono, a philanthropy based in Washington DC. USA said, Prof Nwosu was an eminent scholar of political science and public administration, a statesman, and a strong voice for democracy,  According to him, Nwosu served as Chairman of Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (NEC), from 1989 to 1993. To millions of Nigerian citizens, he remains a hero for helping establish the country's recent democratic foundation. He noted that, the professor In his academic career, tutored and mentored many Nigerian leaders, business professionals, and politicians, leaving a lasting impact on the nation’s goals of development and unity. "He is a first class graduate of UNN, and University of California at Berkeley, where he obtained his Masters and PhD degr

From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  In response to a viral video of public confrontation between Officers of the Nigeria Police Force and Officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Osogbo, Osun State, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP kayode Egbetokun has expressed displeasure at the act of unprofessionalism and public display of dichotomy, and has ordered the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in-charge of Zone 11, Osogbo to carry out a discreet investigation into the root cause of the confrontation. This was contained in a statement on Saturday by the Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in Abuja. He recall that in a press statement from the NPF, Ref No. CZ.5300/FPRD/FHQ/ABJ/VOL.6/257 dated 15th October, 2023 "IGP HOLDS STRATEGIC CONFERENCE WITH SENIOR POLICE OFFICERS, harps on professionalism, camaraderie", the IGP while strongly emphasizing the core essentials of synergy for efficiency and productivity among security oper

.......Launches Investigation Into Circulating Video By VDM.  From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Nigeria Police Force strongly condemns the unauthorized use of official uniforms and accoutrements by an online personality, Mr. Martins Otse, popularly known as “VDM,” in a video posted on his social media platforms. A statement signed on Saturday by the Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in Abuja noted that, the Force unequivocally disassociates itself from this unauthorized portrayal and has launched a full investigation to determine the source of the Police gear used, as well as the authority under which he acted.  The statement stated that It is important to remind the public that the unauthorized use of Police uniforms, insignia, or accoutrements constitutes a criminal offense, as stipulated in Section 251 of the Criminal Code Law and Section 133 of the Penal Code Law, and is subject to strict penalties. It's said, while the Nigeria Police Force recogniz

From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  SAHEL ReportersNews: The Palestinian Ambassador to the Embassy of the State of Palestine, Abdullah M. Abu Shawesh, has described Gaza as a world embodiment of hell on earth for it's one million children. Shewesh stated this on Thursday  while briefing newsmen in Abuja on the ongoing US - Israeli genocide in Gaza. He noted that the situation is getting worse day-by-day, as they see the horrific impact of the daily airstrikes and military operations on Palestinian children. Adding that Gaza has become home to the largest cohort of child amputees in modern history. Shawesh also said that, the smell of death is everywhere as bodies are left lying on the roads or under the rubbles. Adding that in northern Gaza, people are just waiting to die.feeling deserted, hopeless and alone. According to him, the south is desperately overcrowded, and lethally lacks essential water, sanitation and shelter, wondering where the children an

From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The All Progressives Congress (APC) have postponed Rivers State Chapter’s elective congresses earlier scheduled for 26th October, 2024 (Ward Congress), 2nd November, 2024 (LGA Congress) and 9th November, 2024 State Congress A statement signed on Tuesday by the National Publicity Secretary, APC, Felix Morka in Abuja noted that a new dates for the Congresses will be announced in due course.