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General News

NIS unveils comprehensive reform agenda

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By Ibironke Ariyo

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has inaugurated a sweeping reform agenda aimed at enhancing national security and migration management.

 

The move followed a communiqué signed by the NIS Comptroller General, Kemi Nandap, at the Service’s annual conference in Jos, Plateau on Saturday, was issued by the Service Public Relations Officer (SPRO) Mr Kenneth Udo.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the conference held from Oct. 30 to Nov. 2 was tagged “Enhancing Border security and Migration Management on a globalised world: challenges and opportunities for Nigeria.”

 

She said that the conference brought together 448 participants, including top government officials, diplomats, and stakeholders.

 

Nandap said the event aimed to assess the service’s preparedness, identify emerging challenges, and develop sustainable strategies for repositioning the NIS.

 

“NIS will continue to collaborate with relevant agencies and stakeholders.

 

“Cutting-edge technology will be used to improve border security and migration management.

 

“A strategic plan will be developed to align with the Federal Government’s initiatives on Foreign Direct Investments and Tourism.

 

“Divisional Immigration Offices will be restructured to enhance intelligence gathering and community engagement.

 

“Further process re-engineering will promote professionalism, patriotism, and discipline, “she said.

 

She also said that training and capacity building would be prioritised to enhance knowledge acquisition and professionalism.

 

According to her, a robust health insurance policy and pension package will be implemented for retired officers.

 

The NIS boss expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, for their support.

 

The Governor of Plateau State, Mr Caleb Mutfwang, was also acknowledged for his hospitality and assistance in making the conference a success.(NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Abiemwense Moru

Foreign

Chinese media experts urge mutual cooperation in Sino-African exchange

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By Halima Sheji

A Chinese teacher, Prof. Zhang Genfu, has underscored the need for mutual cooperation through China-Africa media exchanges to advance the Sino-African modernisation.

 

Zhang, a Deputy-Director of the Zhejiang Normal University (ZJNU) Affairs Committee, made the call during the inaugural ceremony of the Seminar for Omni-media journalists from English-speaking African countries in Jinhua city, China.

 

He said that the 10 partnership actions announced by President Xi Jinping at the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in Beijing elevated Africa-China relations to new heights.

 

Zhang said, “China has always been a country of action and always done what it says. We believe that in the foreseeable future, China-Africa relations will deepen and cooperation in economy, trade, culture and other fields will be closer.

 

“I sincerely hope that through this Seminar, we can strengthen exchanges with you, enhance the understanding of Chinese and African media friends in the language and culture.

 

“Also, strengthen news and cultural exchanges, jointly promote the high-quality development of media undertakings of the two sides, inject new connotation into China-Africa friendship and write a new chapter.

 

“Let us move towards each other with mutual support and empowerment, jointly advancing the modernisation of China and Africa, and together achieving a bright future.”

 

He said that the visit of the participants councides with the autumn season when the eyes of the world focused on China-Africa.

 

“2024 FOCAC Summit held in Beijing in September and the Heads of State, Heads of Government, Heads of Delegation of China and 53 African countries, and the Chairpersons of the African Union (AU) Commissions met in Beijing to draw new blueprint for development of Africa-China relations.

 

“Now we welcome media friends from 11 countries, including Ghana, South Africa, Botswana, Kenya, Mauritius, Zambia, Gambia, Ethiopia, Zimbabwe, Benin and Nigeria. This is the epitome of China-Africa comprehensive cooperation and friendship,” he added.

 

He described ZJNU as an institution with disciplines such as Mathematics, Chemistry, Engineering, Materials Science, Environment/Ecology, Computer Science, Zoology, Animal and Plant Sciences, and General Social Sciences in the top 1 per cent of Employees State Insurance (ESI) globally.

 

He added that the university had cultivated not less than 400,000 talents of all types for the society since its founding 68 years ago, and established cooperation and exchange relations with 280 institutions of higher learning in over 60 countries and regions.

 

Chen Yan, Director of the Foreign Affairs Office of Jinhua Municipal City, urged the journalists to explore the media exchange platform to garner relevant knowledge towards deepening China-African relations.

 

Chen said, “This year, numerous foreign journalists visited Jinhua. They explored the local markets, industries, countryside, cultural sites and conducted comprehensive reporting on the city.

 

“Notably, Brazil’s flagship Media Group and the ‘Review’ press crew filmed the ‘Watch China Together’ programme in Jinhua. These related reports were then featured as a series of special topics in Brazil, commemorating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Brazil.

 

“In May this year, 28 journalists from 27 African countries came to Jinhua and published 72 articles, introducing the colorful Jinhua to the world.

 

“In July, we held a special ‘overseas universities’ media workshop for Young media professionals from the “Belt and Road” countries, attended by 69 media professionals from 18 countries, all of which are vivid manifestations of the international communication of the Belt and Road Golden Hub.”

 

Meanwhile, Mr Lassana Tunkara, Deputy General-Manager of QTV/QRadio in The Gambia, spoke on behalf of the journalists saying the seminar titled: “Journalism organisation and news media for Belt and Road Initiative countries”, saying it would enable them advance international best practices in media operations.

 

Tunkara said, “This seminar presents an extraordinary opportunity to broaden our understanding of global media landscape, particularly within the context of Chinese media experience and our primary goal should be to explore how media can act as catalyst for international collaboration and development.

 

“We are enthusiastic about diving into the dynamics of vibrant Chinese media landscape with social and new media transforming the way we share and consume information across the world.

 

“Understanding this trend is essential for shaping media in Africa, especially as we navigate the fast-evolving digital environment. We look forward to learning about business management and how sustainable models can empower media organisations to thrive in competitive markets.”

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports Jinhua is a prefecture-level city in central Zhejiang Province in eastern China that has jurisdiction over nine counties cities and districts with an area of 11,000 square kilometers and a permanent population of 7.16 million people. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Ismail Abdulaziz

Foreign

Chinese editor tasks journalists on media industry

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By Halima Sheji

Xu Xiaoen, the President of Jinhua branch of Zhenjian Daily Press Group, in China, on Saturday advised African journalists to dedicate themselves to improving the media industry in the continent.

 

He spoke in Jinhua on the 3rd  day of the seminar for omni-media journalists from English-speaking African countries at the Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua city in China.

 

Xu delivered a comprehensive lecture on management and operations in the media industry.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the training aimed to empower newsmen with essential skills for navigating the ever-evolving media landscape.

 

Participants from 10 English-speaking African countries, including Nigeria, shared insights on how to effectively set an agenda that resonates with readers, particularly within larger societies.

 

The focus was on embracing a multi-faceted approach to journalism to achieve maximum impact and reach the widest audience possible.

 

In addition to agenda-setting, the seminar emphasised the importance of ethical reporting and transparency in the media.

 

Participants were also encouraged to uphold the highest standards of integrity while utilising innovative storytelling techniques.

 

“By incorporating diverse voices and perspectives, journalists can create more inclusive narratives that reflect the realities of their communities and foster a sense of belonging among audiences,” Xu said.

 

NAN reports that the seminar was not just an opportunity for learning, but also for networking and collaboration among journalists across the continent.

 

Those in attendance were able to form valuable connections, shared experiences and discussed ways to collectively tackle challenges within the industry.

 

By harnessing their shared knowledge and resources, the journalists have the opportunity to significantly enhance the quality of media output in their respective countries. (NAN)

Edited by Uche Anunne

Economy/Business

FG considers PPPs to fund key science, technology projects

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Okeoghene Akubuike

The Federal Government says it is considering private sector funding through Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) for key projects in the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology.

 

This is contained in a statement issued by Ifeanyi Nwoko, the Acting Head, Media and Publicity, Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC) in Abuja on Thursday.

 

Nwoko said Dr Jobson Ewalefoh, the Director-General (D-G) of ICRC, said this when he paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Mr Uche Nnaji.

 

Nwoko said the meeting, initiated by the ICRC D-G, aimed to foster partnership between the two government bodies to leverage PPPs for projects that enhance the nation’s economic and technological growth.

 

Ewalefoh said that science and technology if properly deployed, could serve as a key driver of the economic growth and progress of Nigeria.

 

“Many countries around the world have used science and technology to drive the economic growth and prosperity of their country and people.

 

“We are here to brainstorm with you and find ways by which we can deepen the usage of science and technology for the advancement of our country.

 

“Over the last two decades, countries and businesses have harnessed technology and innovation for upscaling their economy and improving the efficiency in their service delivery.

 

“That is where we want our country to go, and we believe that is the vision you are championing under the renewed hope agenda of President Bola Tinubu.

 

“It is, therefore, my aspiration that your ministry will partner with the ICRC to see areas where we can champion private sector funding through PPP to develop some of the projects specific to the ministry,” he said.

 

The D-G informed the minister that there was already a collaboration with an agency under its purview but stressed that there were other key areas where PPP could be harnessed to deliver laudable projects in the ministry.

 

He said that the commission had streamlined its processes to accelerate PPP project delivery as well as deliver important services to the Nigerian people.

 

Ewalefoh pointed out that some key private sector operators had already verbalised their desire to work with the ministry in a PPP arrangement.

 

Responding, Nnaji expressed his excitement at the appointment of the D-G, saying that Ewalefoh’s wealth of experience would revolutionise the PPP sphere in Nigeria.

 

“Indeed, a square peg has been placed in a square hole,” he said

 

The minister emphasised that the ministry served as a key enabler of economic growth and has had the support of Tinubu which was demonstrated through major approvals granted the ministry.

 

He said that the president had approved methanol production, saying that although the implementation process was still being finalised, foreign direct investments for the project had reached more than 1.5 billion dollars.

 

“We want to go into beneficiation of raw materials and we have the Presidential Executive Order No 5 to back it, such that we don’t have to export our raw materials, but process it to a level before exporting.

 

“We are looking at doing green hydrogen too,” he said.

 

Nnaji noted that Nigeria could make a lot more from cassava export than it was currently making if the raw cassava was processed before export.

 

“We believe that with ICRC, we will partner in doing things right and enabling us to forge a better outlook for most of these projects.

 

“In methanol, we are going to involve ICRC more closely to see the way forward and how it can benefit the country better.

 

“I am happy that you are here; coming here shows that you know what you are doing. You are taking services to those that need it,” he said. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Ese E. Eniola Williams

Foreign

Israel-Palestine conflict: Saudi Arabia hosts Global Alliance meeting

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By Mufutau Ojo

Saudi Arabia Minister of Foreign Affairs, Faisal bin Farhan, has inaugurated the first meeting of the Global Alliance on implementation of a two-state solution to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

 

The coalition, announced last month in partnership with international allies, was to mobilise global support for a viable and sustainable two-state resolution of the conflict.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the inauguration of the meeting on Wednesday in Riyadh, underscores Saudi Arabia leadership in promoting peace and stability in the Middle East.

 

Opening the meeting, the foreign minister welcomed Philippe Lazzarini, Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) and other international delegations dedicated to the peace-building efforts.

 

He expressed concern at the escalating violence in Palestine and Lebanon, stressing the urgent need for the international community’s intervention to halt actions that threaten regional stability.

 

The minister called for an immediate ceasefire while advocating the release of hostages and detainees as well as the establishment of accountability mechanisms to address ongoing violations.

 

The minister reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s support for UNRWA’s crucial role in delivering humanitarian aid amid the ongoing challenges in Palestinian territories.

 

He urged the global community to bolster efforts toward preserving the two-state solution as the foundation for long-term peace in the region.

 

The minister outlined the commitment of Saudi Arabia and its regional partners to practical and time-bound steps to resolve the conflict.

 

He emphasised the necessity of establishing an independent Palestinian state and ending the occupation.

 

The minister reiterated his country’s condemnation of actions undermining Palestinian and Lebanese security.

 

NAN reports that as a follow-up to the developments, Saudi Arabia announced its intention to convene a joint Arab-Islamic summit in Riyadh on Nov. 11.(NAN)

Edited by Ismail Abdulaziz

General News

Sanwo-Olu, others praise philanthropist over NIJ media centre

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By Millicent Ifeanyichukwu

Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on Wednesday inaugurated a 350-seat media resource centre donated to the Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ) by business mogul and philanthropist, Dr Kesington Adebutu.

 

Sanwo-Olu, represented by the state Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Gbenga Omotoso, inaugurated the centre  at the NIJ, Ogba, Lagos.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Kesington Adebutu Media Resource Centre is to provide journalism students with access to state-of-the-art equipment, resources and technology to enhancing their learning experience.

 

Sanwo-Olu said at the event that the state government would continually identify with, and support, causes  that would improve journalism practice.

 

He thanked Adebutu, popularly known as Baba Ijebu,  for the donation.

 

“I thank Baba for putting this here, for being futuristic about the profession of journalism and sparing a thought for this very important aspect of nation-building,” he said.

 

Chief  Olusegun Osoba, Chairman of NIJ Governing Council and former Governor of Ogun,  described Adebutu as a great Nigerian and philanthropist.

 

He praised Adebutu’s commitment to civic responsibilities.

 

“After the building was completed, Baba Ijebu sent another N23 million and said we should use it to furnish the place.

 

“That  is why I am saying we are celebrating a great Nigerian, a philanthropist of the first order.”

 

Osoba also praised the project contractor, describing him as dedicated individual.

 

“This place was built in five months, we thank Are Gbogbogbo. He made this project as if it was his own personal project because Baba Ijebu didn’t have time to be coming.

 

“The contractor did not use the money for birthday celebration; he used it to buy everything needed –  cement, roof, blocks, tiles, iron rods and others.”

 

Mr Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and the Coordinating Minister of the Economy, in his remarks, said that the centre would be of tremendous value to journalists and other users.

 

He described Adebutu as a partner in education development, saying that his gesture demonstrated support for President Bola Tinubu’s efforts to provide access to education for all.

 

In his remarks, Adebutu expressed hope that the resource centre would boost journalism practice in Nigeria.

 

He said that the donation was in line with the objectives of the Kesington Adebukunola Adebutu Foundation, which he founded.

 

“I feel a sense of pride to be associated with this project as the donor.

 

“In essence, it is to give back as much as possible to the society, from what God, in his unquantifiable goodness, has favoured me with,” he said.

 

In  a goodwill message, on behalf of the Newspapers Proprietors Association of Nigeria, veteran journalist, Mr Ray Ekpu, described the resource centre as a transformer.

 

According to him, it will help the NIJ to do better.

 

“Journalism is not speculation, rumours. It is  a profession with code of ethics. Truth-telling is its article of faith.

 

“Media professionals do not need handcuffs, they need training, more training. They need support, more support.

 

“That is what will add more oxygen to our democracy and country,” he said.

 

He  called on other philanthropists to identify with NIJ to make it a legendary trainer of journalists. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Ijeoma Popoola

Foreign

Macron departs Morocco with landmark €1.5bn investment deals

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By Usman Aliyu

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday departed Morocco after signing several bilateral deals worth over 1.5 billion Euros investments.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Macron arrived in Morocco’s capital city, Rabat on Monday for a 3-day visit, following an invitation by the King of the African Arab country, Muhammed VI.

 

The French president, during the state visit, reiterated the support of Paris for Morocco sovereignty on Western Sahara, alongside other speeches made to deepen the relations between the two countries.

 

Under the supervision of the president, France signed 22 new agreements with her erstwhile colony, which cut across critical sectors such as transportation, education, energy, culture, water, security, agriculture and climate action.

 

One of the agreements was to provide support for the OCP Group’s decarbonisation strategy in Morocco with investments worth 300 million Euros through the development of agricultural and food value chains in Africa.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that another deal is in the creation of a Morocco-France investment accelerator worth approximately 3 billion Moroccan dirhams, equivalent to 232 million Euros.

 

The deal also provided an equal partnership to stimulate investment throughout Morocco including the disputed southern provinces.

 

It also contained the creation of a 50/50 joint venture dedicated to sustainable infrastructure, with a capital of 300 million Euros.

 

The signings include an agreement between the CMA CGM Group, the world’s third-largest shipping company, and the Morocco’s TANGER MED, aimed at developing a container terminal in Nador West Med as part of the concession obtained by MARSA MAROC.

 

The deal provided for a commitment of significant volumes of 1.2 million containers to launch the Nador West Med platform and an investment of approximately 258 million Euros.

 

Also signed was an MoU between Moroccan Government and the SAFRAN company which is to build a maintenance and repairing site for aircraft engines.

 

Under this agreement, the company planned to carry out an investment project consisting of the construction and equipping of the maintenance and repair workshop of LEAP aircraft engines, with an investment worth nearly 130 million Euros.

 

Another declaration was between the French Development Agency (AFD) and Morocco’s National Ports Agency.

 

Through the declaration, the parties agree to devise a new support programme for the ports agency around four main points with the AFD providing 100 million Euros loan.

 

There was also an agreement on the National Water Strategy, structured around budgetary support for Morocco, aimed at strengthening the integrated management of water resources.

 

Under this understanding, the AFD would take the necessary steps to mobilise 100 million Euros for this programme.

 

Other agreements include the supply of high-speed train sets and their supporting elements as well as a declaration of intent on financial cooperation in the railway sector among several others.(NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Ismail Abdulaziz

Foreign

Moroccan Princess launches anti-bullying campaigns

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By Usman Aliyu

Moroccan Princess Lalla Meryem and French First Lady Brigitte Macron on Tuesday in Rabat launched a campaign against school bullying and cyberbullying at the Abi Dar Al Ghifari Secondary School.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the launch was part of the activities lined up for the visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to Morocco.

 

The campaign is an initiative of the National Observatory for Children’s Rights (ONDE) being presided over by the princess under the banner “Let’s Act Together,”

 

The initiative is part of Morocco’s efforts to protect children from school bullying, a scourge that is of global concern.

 

NAN reports that school bullying and cyberbullying are widespread issues affecting children and adolescents globally.

 

School bullying peaks between ages 10-13, with 27.5 per cent of students affected, while cyberbullying increases with age, affecting 15.6 per cent of 14-17-year-olds.

 

The global rate studies says one in three students worldwide experience bullying and cyberbullying affects one in five teenagers.

 

The Moroccan campaign comprises several parallel actions, including the distribution of a school bullying awareness capsule to 3,770 middle and high schools, and the design and development of the “iTyhad” app to combat and prevent bullying in schools.

 

The campaign also provided for launching of a three-year training programme to combat bullying and cyberbullying, in collaboration with the country’s Ministry of National Education, Preschool and Sports.

 

At the occasion, four engineering students, a child and a child psychiatrist made a presentation from the “iTyhad” app.

 

The app was developed during a Hackathon initiated by the Moroccan princess in March and had brought together 15 universities across the country.

 

The two personalities also watched an awareness-raising video on bullying in schools, which was simultaneously broadcast in 3,300 multimedia rooms of the French Ministry of Education.

 

They, similarly, attended a workshop with 14 middle-school students, led by a child psychiatrist and a psychologist from the ONDE programme.

 

Meryem and Macron also viewed a video on the achievements of the Children’s Parliament, created in 1999 by King Mohammed VI.(NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Ismail Abdulaziz

Foreign

Macron unveils plans for triangular partnership in Africa

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By Usman Aliyu

French President Emmanuel Macron has unveiled plans for a triangular partnership between France, Morocco and Africa to foster cooperation in key sectors for growth, stability and development.

 

Macron announced this on Tuesday in Rabat while addressing a joint session of the two Houses of the Moroccan parliament.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the address formed part of the activities of the French president’s 3-day visit to the Northern African country.

 

He said the France, Morocco and Africa partnership would be premise in the areas of education, agriculture, ecological projects, digital technology and energy.

 

Macron stressed the importance of the Moroccan-French partnership in Africa, underlining the vision of the Moroccan King, Mohammed VI for the continent.

 

“Morocco, by virtue of its geography, its history, its culture and the vision of its Sovereigns, has long affirmed its vocation as a platform, a channel, a singular path,” Macron said.

 

This, he said, underlined that the Kingdom’s stability, openness and development “are unrivaled assets which we recognise at their true value and which can inspire many joint initiatives.”

 

Speaking on the Moroccan-Western Sahara issue, Macron reiterated the support of Paris for Morocco sovereignty over the contentious region.

 

“For France, the present and future of this territory lie within the framework of Moroccan sovereignty. The Autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty is the framework within which this issue must be resolved.

 

“The 2007 autonomy plan constitutes the only basis for achieving a just, lasting and negotiated political solution in line with the resolutions of the United Nations Security Council,” he said.

 

He said that the Paris position was rooted in history, respectful of realities and promising for the future, and the one that France would implement to support Morocco at international forums.

 

Turning to the situation in the Middle East, Macron paid tribute to the action of King Mohammed VI for providing urgent humanitarian aid to the Palestinian and Lebanese populations.

 

“I salute his mobilisation and that of all Morocco in favour of de-escalation, resumption of dialogue and the relaunch of a credible political process.

 

“In the current cacophony, in which extremes on all sides are indulging, Morocco has a strong and singular voice,” he said

 

Macron said Morocco and France were now destined to lay the foundations for a reinforced exceptional partnership, and to offer the generations of the next 25 years a new vision.

 

“At a time when His Majesty King Mohammed VI and I decided to write a new book together, I want to share with you that I am certain that these ties will continue to grow ever stronger,” he said.

 

He lauded the values of diversity, dialogue and tolerance, adding that it remains at the heart of the Morocco’s people, its institutions and Constitution.

 

“The tolerant Islam promoted by His Majesty the King, Commander of the Faithful, challenges all forms of extremism,” he said.

 

Macron added that Morocco’s wealth “is even more precious and worthy of respect at a time when our world is torn apart by intolerance and war.” (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Ismail Abdulaziz

General News

NAN MD lauds army’s resilience toward peace in the North-East

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By Hamza Suleiman

Malam Ali M. Ali, the Managing Director of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), has commended the Nigerian Army’s resilience and dedication toward restoring peace in the North-East.

 

Ali gave the commendation on Monday when he led the NAN management team on a courtesy to Maj. Gen. Waidi Shuaibu, the Theartre Commamder, North-East Joint Task Force, Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), at the Maimalari Cantonment, Maiduguri.

 

He expressed NAN’s solidarity with the people of Borno and appreciated the military for its sacrifices.

 

Ali praised the Theatre Commander and his team for their swift and coordinated response to the September flood disasters which ravaged the city of Maiduguri.

 

He acknowledged the command’s role in rescue efforts, noting that local residents had attributed their safety to the heroic actions of the commanders and soldiers who directly led the rescue missions.

 

Ali highlighted NAN’s commitment to accurate and comprehensive reporting of Nigeria’s news, especially from challenging regions like the North-East.

 

“NAN is the largest news content provider in the continent of Africa and is proud to partner with progressive institutions like the Nigerian military,” Ali said.

 

He emphasised NAN’s role in combating misinformation, particularly in conflict zones, through credible journalism supported by partnerships with Reuters, Xinhua, AP and other news wire networks.

 

He lauded the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, and the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, for the logistics and moral support to frontline soldiers, describing that as key to successes in counter-insurgency efforts.

 

The NAN boss commended the military’s achievements in prompting over 160,000 militant surrenders and enabling the return of roughly two million displaced persons to their homes.

 

He noted that the accomplishments were a testament to the command’s “kinetic and non-kinetic” strategies which had significantly weakened insurgent capacities.

 

In response, the Theatre Commander expressed his gratitude for NAN’s support, affirming the army’s dedication to stabilising the region and ensuring that socio-economic activities resumed in affected areas.

 

He emphasised the commitment of his officers and men toward restoring normalcy across Borno, Yobe and parts of Adamawa.

 

Other members of NAN management on the visiting team included Mr Ephraims Sheyin, Editor-in-Chief, Alhaji Abdulhadi Khaliel, Director of Administration, Mr Ojo Mufutau, Director, Special Duties, and Mrs Ngozi Anofochi, Board Secretary.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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