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  • Nigeria Will Strengthen Regional Collaboration Against Terrorism — Tinubu

    President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria will continue to strengthen collaboration and lead in taking measures towards countering terrorism in Africa.

    Tinubu said this at the High-level African Counter-terrorism meeting on Monday in Abuja with the theme “Strengthening Regional Cooperation and Institution Building to Address the Evolving Threats of Terrorism in Africa”.

    He said that Nigeria’s Counter-terrorism capacities have been enhanced through enactment of the terrorism prevention and prohibition act and establishing the National Counter-Terrorism Centre (NCTC).

    Tinubu said, “Dedicated to coordinating and implementing counter-terrorism strategies, the NCTC significantly enhances our capacity to detect, prevent, and respond to terrorist threats.

    “The Centre has become a platform; fostering greater collaboration among stakeholders and promoting synergy in our approach to fighting terrorism.”

    The president said that the continent must, however, prudently handle the root causes of terrorism through good governance, rule of law, justice and inclusiveness.

    He said that the citizens must be assured of their safety through robust programmes and policies aimed at not only eradicating the menace but building trust.

    “The fight against terrorism requires a comprehensive approach. We must address the root causes of extremism, such as poverty, marginalization, and social injustice.

    ”However, this important fact should not become empty rhetoric, devoid of meaning or action.

    “Terrorism snipes at the very fabric of the tranquil, prosperous and just societies we seek to build for ourselves and our children.

    ”Terror cannot co-exist in the same space as democracy and good governance, just as darkness and light cannot endure in the same room at the same time.

    “Its goal is to cause such havoc that we doubt our democratic principles, putting societies and governments into such confusion and disarray that we begin fighting among ourselves instead of fighting the very thing that seeks our destruction,” he said,

    Tinubu also described the activities of illegal mining on terrorism financing in the continent, adding that it is a significant factor boosting the menace.

    He said that the international community has both the moral and legal obligation to support Africa in its fight against external funding of terrorism.

    The president also called for collective efforts against terrorism through fully operational regional counter-terrorism centres to serve as hubs for intelligence sharing, operational coordination, and capacity building within the region.

    “Additionally, we must strengthen existing counter-terrorism structures such as the Regional Intelligence Fusion Unit (RIFU) Abuja, the African Centre for the Study and Research on Terrorism (ACSRT) in Algiers and the Committee of Intelligence and Security Services of Africa (CISSA) in Addis Ababa

    “A Regional Standby Force that includes tackling terrorism as part of its mandate must not be abandoned. I am mindful of the funding, legal and logistical complexities that face the proper establishment of such a force.”

    He also called for the establishment of an all-inclusive African Union Ministerial Committee on Counter Terrorism as envisaged in the Declaration of the 16th Extraordinary Summit of the African Union Assembly in May 2022.

    Tinubu said, “Nigeria is committed to working with our regional partners to strengthen arms control measures, enhance border security, and disrupt the illicit trafficking networks that fuel terrorism and organised crime.”

    In her remarks, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, Ms Amina Mohammed, suggested that one of the ways to remove the engenderers of terrorism on the continent is for Africa to work to rebuild its social contract with its citizens, and deliver good governance.
    “Rebuilding the social contract is necessary for recovery.

    “We must pay attention to women and girls who are greatly impacted by terrorism, including the youth. Providing support and healing for those impacted by terrorism is important,” she said.
    Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), Mr Vladimir Voronkov, commended Nigeria for its leadership in counter-terrorism in Africa and for hosting the meeting.

    “Terrorism is a threat to peace and security, particularly in Africa where its impact is mostly felt. The success of UNOCT in Africa hinges on its support for Africa-led programmes and solutions,” he said.

    Thetwo-day meeting will feature paper presentations including; the evolving terrorist threat landscape in Africa and countering terrorism and preventing violent extremism conducive to terrorism.

    Other papers are enhancing regional capacities to counter and prevent terrorism and strengthening cooperation between international partners and affected African member states.

    The event was attended by the Presidents of Benin Republic Patrice Talon; Ghana, Nana Akufo-Addo and Togo, Faure Gnassingbe.

    Nigeria Will Strengthen Regional Collaboration Against Terrorism — Tinubu is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

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  • Growth Lead at ONEPORT 365

    OnePort 365 provides optimal freight solutions to Africa’s traders including trucking, shipping, warehousing, customs brokerage & marine insurance; at competitive rates & powered by technology. Champion Ocean Freight As a Product (OFAP) sales via OnePort 365's platform to boost monthly revenue for OnePort 365.

    Build and maintain a solid relationship with clients and liners in the industry while growing strategic relationship with partners and a network of ocean liners.
    Streamline and obtain favourable rates from OFAP (Import) from foreign Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) freight forwarders for freight destined to markets OnePort 365 have operations in.
    Develop an expert understanding of client’s needs and promote these in the delivery of our services via our platforms, championing the value of user-centred design to the business.
     
    Work closely with the commercial team to obtain favourable/special rates from liners (for re-sell via the OnePort 365 platform) for export cargo.
    Standardise and structure booking and rates sharing process with partners.
    Lead and provide direction on Ocean Freight (OFAP) Sales execution strategy.
    Set measurable goals for our product and services, that roll up into our portfolio success measures and value drivers. Constantly give reports on this to demonstrate progress against stated benefits.
    Drive engagement for the OFAP platform ecosystem to increase it by 40% quarterly.
    Work closely with the Operations Team to resolve issues with shipping lines, ports and container freight stations, and carriers.
    Work with every team across board to optimize client’s need and manage end-to-end transportation solutions.
    Manage the sourcing and provision of ocean freight products (OFAP) and other services to customers.
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  • Actor Zack Orji shares more insight on his recent health challenges

    Veteran Nollywood actor Zack Orji, who was rumoured dead some days ago, has shared more insight on his recent health challenges, which forced him to travel to the UK for medical treatment.

    The versatile thespian who opened up in an interview on Channels TV on Sunday, April 21, said that it is was the grace of God that he is alive today after he slumped in his bathroom.

    He also described how, in December 2023, he passed out in his bathroom and didn’t wake up for more than five hours before someone found him and rushed him to the hospital.

    “I slumped in the bathroom, and I can only say that it’s by the grace of God that I’m alive today because I passed out. I was out for like five and a half hours before help came,” Orji said.

    The actor claimed that he was first discovered by his colleague Benedict Johnson, who hurriedly took him to the National Hospital in Abuja with the assistance of another actor identified as Labista.

    “Benedict Johnson rushed to the house, and I was there on the floor, incoherent. I couldn’t even stand because when he raised me, I slumped again, and he had to call another colleague whom we call Labista. So the two of them lifted me on their shoulders from the second floor to the ground floor and took me to the National Hospital,” he explained.

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  • EFCC Denies Disobeying Court Order on Yahaya Bello

    EFCC Denies Disobeying Court Order on Yahaya Bello

    EFCC Denies Disobeying Court Order on Yahaya Bello

    Against the backdrop of arguments and counter-arguments on whether the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has disobeyed a court order concerning the botched arrest of former governor of Kogi State, Mr. Yahaya Adoza Bello, the Commission has denied disobeying any court order in this regard.

    In a Press Statement signed by the EFCC’s Acting Director, Public Affairs, Mr. Wilson Uwujaren, the Commission clearly pointed out that though Bello sought refuge in a fundamental rights enforcement action through an order granted by Justice Isa Jamil Abdulallahi of the Kogi State High Court, the order did not vitiate or nullify an order made by the Federal High Court for the arrest of the former governor for the purpose of his arraignment.

    “The enrolled Order of the Kogi State High Court only granted an order to enforce Bello’s right to personal liberty and freedom of movement, it didn’t preclude the Federal High Court ‘to make any Order as it may deem just in the determination of the rights of the Applicant and the Respondent as may be submitted to her for consideration and determination”, he said.

    He further stressed that, “The Order made by the Federal High Court for the arrest of Mr. Yahaya Bello for the purpose of his arraignment is not in conflict with the Order of the Kogi State High Court. The case before the Federal High Court is a criminal charge which is different from the fundamental rights enforcement action that is the subject of an appeal”.

    Uwujaren pointed out that the EFCC had a shining track record in the prosecution of politically exposed persons and would continue to exercise its mandate in the overall interest of the nation. He admonished Bello to turn himself in and answer to the charges preferred against him by the Commission.

    He called on all patriotic Nigerians to lend their voices in support of the Commission stressing that “the EFCC will not relent in its quest to wrestle corruption to the ground”.

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  • Yahaya Bello: EFCC Denies Disobeying Court Order Amidst Rising Accusations

    The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied disobeying Court orders issued by the Kogi State High Court stopping it from arresting the immediate past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello.

    Last week, the EFCC had laid siege to Bello’s house located at Benghazi Street in Wuse Zone 4, Abuja with the purpose of arresting him despite a court order from the Kogi State High Court stopping the arrest.

    However, the Commission in a Press Statement signed by the EFCC’s Acting Director, Public Affairs, Mr. Wilson Uwujaren, on Monday evening, denied disobeying the court order following rising accusations, arguments and counter-arguments on whether or not it has disobeyed a court order.

    The Commission clearly pointed out that “though Bello sought refuge in a fundamental rights enforcement action through an order granted by Justice Isa Jamil Abdulallahi of the Kogi State High Court, the order did not vitiate or nullify an order made by the Federal High Court for the arrest of the former governor for the purpose of his arraignment.

    “The enrolled Order of the Kogi State High Court only granted an order to enforce Bello’s right to personal liberty and freedom of movement, it didn’t preclude the Federal High Court ‘to make any Order as it may deem just in the determination of the rights of the Applicant and the Respondent as may be submitted to her for consideration and determination.

    “The Order made by the Federal High Court for the arrest of Mr. Yahaya Bello for the purpose of his arraignment is not in conflict with the Order of the Kogi State High Court. The case before the Federal High Court is a criminal charge which is different from the fundamental rights enforcement action that is the subject of an appeal,” Uwujaren said.

    He further pointed out that the EFCC had a shining track record in the prosecution of politically exposed persons and would continue to exercise its mandate in the overall interest of the nation.

    He also advised Bello to turn himself in and answer to the charges preferred against him by the Commission.

    Uwujaren called on all patriotic Nigerians to lend their voices in support of the Commission stressing that “the EFCC will not relent in its quest to wrestle corruption to the ground”.

    Yahaya Bello: EFCC Denies Disobeying Court Order Amidst Rising Accusations is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

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  • FMCG Distributor Manager at Sabi April, 2024

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    Job Summary

    The Distributor Manager will Identify and Source distributors/manufacturers across the nation, partner with new suppliers and understand their products. Develop and manage the relationship between the different suppliers and the business to maintain value and growth of the business. Bring in new suppliers as needed and keep accurate documentation of suppliers and their products.

    What You Will Be Doing

    • Identify and Source distributors/manufacturers across the nation partnering with new suppliers and understanding their products
    • Management of portfolio, margins, fulfilment SLA etc
    • Ensure distributors are fulfilling demand from the wholesalers with net 0 logistics margin
    • Lead pricing negotiation with suppliers to ensure wholesalers access best prices and manage contracts to ensure compliance.
    • Facilitate credit negotiation with distributors/manufacturers
    • Conduct cost analysis on sourcing and distribution processes, identifying opportunities for cost reduction without compromising quality.
    • Develop and maintain strong relationships between different suppliers and the business.
    • Ensure documentation and records are up to date
    • Keep update records of prices and stocks of products currently sold
    • Stay abreast of new trends and products with high demand that will add value to the company .
    • Keep agents and merchants informed of products available and their current prices

    Requirements Special Skills And Qualifications

    • Bachelors Degree in Marketing, Social Sciences, or related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience of distributor and supplier management.
    • Excellent customer service skills
    • Vendor management skills and knowledge
    • Street smart and with a drive for sales
    • High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency.
    • Evidence of successfully leading others to exceed measurable revenue targets.

    Candidate Specification

    • Motivated by the mission of Sabi
    • Pragmatic with quantitative and analytical ability and attention to detail
    • Driven, independent thinker and leader who can juggle multiple projects simultaneously with fast-changing priorities
    • High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency.
    • A focus on execution. Willing and able to get hands dirty.
    • Flexibility to roll up your sleeves and attack problems and projects as they arise, where you will need to set out a clear structure, method and outcomes yourself.

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  • Tinubu to embark on fresh overseas trip to the Netherlands and Saudi Arabia

    Tinubu to embark on fresh overseas trip to the Netherlands and Saudi Arabia

    President Bola Tinubu will leave Abuja for the Kingdom of the Netherlands on an official visit on Tuesday, April 23.

     

    Presidential Spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, in a statement in Abuja said the visit is on the invitation of the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Mark Rutte.

     

    As part of the official visits, President Tinubu will also proceed to attend a special World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting scheduled for April 28-29 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

     

    While in the Netherlands, President Tinubu will engage in high-level discussions with the Prime Minister, as well as hold separate meetings with His Royal Majesty, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Kingdom. The Queen is the United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Advocate for Inclusive Finance for Development (UNSGSA).

     

    Ngelale said: “While in the Netherlands, the President will participate in the Nigerian-Dutch Business and Investment Forum that will bring together heads of conglomerates and organizations in both countries to explore opportunities for collaboration and partnerships, especially in agriculture and water management towards innovative solutions for sustainable farming practices.

     

    “There will also be extensive discussions with the Dutch officials on port management operations for which they have world-renowned expertise.

     

    “At the World Economic Forum meeting, which focuses on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development, President Tinubu and his entourage will use the opportunity of the gathering of over 1,000 leaders from business, government, and academia to engage in discussions in furtherance of his Renewed Hope Agenda for the country.

     

    “The President will be accompanied by some ministers and other senior government officials.”

     

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  • Nigeria’s Chief Justice Ariwoola Approves Nomination Of Eberechi, Wife Of His Ally Nyesom Wike, 21 Others As New Appeal Court Judges

     

    The President of the Court of Appeal, Hon. Justice M.B Dongban-Mensem has requested the appointment of 22 new Justices to the Court of Appeal, which include the wife of Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory.

    Justice Eberechi Suzzette Nyesom-Wike from Rivers Judicial Council is on the list of nominees priority nominees sent to the Federal Judicial Council Commission.

    This follows the creation of vacancies by the elevation and retirement of some Justices of the Court of Appeal.

    SaharaReporters learnt that the Federal Judicial Service Commission at its 92nd Meeting held on March 27, 2024, considered the Judges nominated by judicial officers of superior courts in Nigeria.

    Eighty-nine names were forwarded by the President of the Court of Appeal to the Commission, urging the approval of 22 out of the 89 candidates for onward transmission to the National Judicial Council for consideration and appointment as Justices of the Court of Appeal.

    SaharaReporters learnt that members of the Federal Judicial Service Commission have advised the National Judicial Council to nominate the following 22 persons as their priority for appointment as Justice of the Court of Appeal.

    Justice Olukayode Ariwoola is the head of both the FJSC and the National Judicial Council.

     

    In 2022, Ariwoola attended a dinner held in his honour in Port Harcourt by the Rivers State Government under then-Governor Nyesom Wike.

    Ariwoola backed his kinsman and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, for his membership of the G5.

     

    The G5 comprised five aggrieved Peoples Democratic Party governors – Wike, then-Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, then-Abia State Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and then-Enugu Governor, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi.

     

    The aggrieved governor called for fairness in the PDP, insisting that the then-National Chairman of the party, Senator Iyorcha Ayu, must step down to pave the way for someone from the South to succeed him, since the party’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, hails from the North.

    “That is why we should not be scared to have these men of the integrity group. And I am happy that my own governor is among them because he would try to imitate his friend and in-law because we came here to marry for my governor.

    “So, Governor Wike will always threaten that he will call back his sister if my governor fails to play ball. That is why you see him following his Excellency (Wike) because my governor is afraid of his wife being recalled,” he had said.

    The nominees on the priority list as obtained by SaharaReporters for North-Central are as follows: Hon. Justice Polycarp Tema Kwahar, Benue; Hon. Justice Ruqayat Oremei Ayoola, Kogi; Hon. Justice Eneche Eleojo, Kogi; Hon. Justice Asma’u Akanbi-Yusuf, Kwara; Hon. Justice Abdullahi Muhammad Liman, Nasarawa; Hon. Justice Abdu Dogo, FCT

    The nominee for North-East is Hon. Justice Fadawu Umaru, Borno.

    North-West: Hon. Justice Ishaq Mohammed Sani; Kaduna; Hon Justice Zainab Bage Abubakar, Kebbi; Hon. Justice Abdulazeez M. Anka, Zamfara.

    South-East: Hon. Justice Nnamdi Okwy Dimga, Abia; Hon. Justice Victoria Toochukwu Nwoye, Anambra; Hon. Justice Henry Aja-Onu Njoku, Ebonyi; Hon. Justice Donatus Uwnezuoke Okorowo, Enugu and Hon. Justice Ngozika N. Okaisabor, Imo.

    South-South:

    Hon. Justice Ntong Festus Ntong -Akwa Ibom

    Hon. Justice Nehizena Idemudia Afolabi -Edo

    Hon. Justice Eberechi Suzzette Nyesom-Wike – Rivers

     

    South-West

    Hon. Justice Lateef Babajide Lawal-Akapo – Lagos

    Hon. Justice Abiodun Azeem Akinyemi – Ogun

    Hon. Justice Oyewumi Oyejoju Oyebiola – Oyo

    4. Hon. Justice Bayo Ademola Taiwo – Oyo

    The nominees on the reserve list are as follows:

    North-Central

    Hon. Justice Dorcas Venenge Agishi – Benue

    Hon. Justice Dr. Folajobi Ajayi – Kogi

    Hon. Justice Adamu Yahaya – Kogi

    Hon. Justice Toyin Bolaji Adegoke – Kwara

    Hon. Justice Rose Godwin Soji – Nasarawa

    Hon. Justice Jacob Azi Atsem – Plateau

    North-East

    Hon, Justice Abdulhameed Mohammed Yakubu – Gombe

    North-West

    Hon. Justice Isa Aliyu – Kaduna

    Hon. Justice Bello Ladan Raha – Kebbi

    Hon. Justice Bello Mohammed Shinkafi – Zamfara

    South-East

    Hon. Justice Ory Zit-Tkeorha- Abia

    Hon. Justice Obiora Atuegwu Egwuatu -Anambra

    Hon. Justice Uwabunkeonye Onwosi  – Ebonyi

    Hon, Justice Chukwujckwu Joseph Aneke – Enugu

    Hon. Justice Chikere Annie Ononeje-Madu – Imo

    South-South

    Hon. Justice Augustine Dominic Odokwo -Akwa Ibom

    Hon. Justice Abua Elias Ojie  – Cross River

    Hon. Justice Victor Oziegbe Aghabue Oviawe – Edo

    South-West

    Hon. Justice Ogunjobi O. Olukayode – Lagos

    Hon. Justice James Kolawole Omotosho – Ogun

    Hon. Justice Mojeed Oladimeji Ishola – Oyo

    Hon. Justice Olukayode Adegbola Adeniyi – Oyo

    The document signed by the Chief Justice of Nigeria and Chairman of the Federal Judicial Service Commission, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola on August 2, 2024, said, “Members of the National Judicial Council are hereby invited in line with Paragraph 21(a)) of Part I to the Third Schedule of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), to recommend to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the appointment of twenty-two (22) candidates listed in the priority list as Justices of the Court of Appeal.”

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  • JUST IN: Inter seal 20th Serie A title after beating rivals Milan

    Inter Milan sealed the Italian Serie A title for the 20th time after defeating city rivals AC Milan in a league encounter in San Siro on Monday night.

    Inter beat Milan 2-1 to confirm top spot in the league this season, with five games to spare.

    It is a first Serie A title as manager for Simone Inzaghi, who has been in charge of Inter since 2021.

    It was a fine time for the Italian championship leaders as they defeated their closest rivals in the race in a historic Derby della Madonnina.

    Read Also: Spalletti to take year-long break after guiding Napoli to Serie A title

    Francesco Acerbi was unmarked to head in Benjamin Pavard’s flick-on from a corner to give Inter the lead in the 18th minute.

    Marcus Thuram then smashed their second into the bottom corner early in the second half, before Fikayo Tomori headed in from close range to give Milan brief hope 10 minutes from time.

    There were three red cards in injury time as tempers boiled over.

    Milan’s Theo Hernandez and Inter’s Denzel Dumfries were sent off for their part in a brawl, before Milan captain Davide Calabria was also sent off for violent conduct.

    Second-placed Rossoneri are now 17 points behind Inter. And this was the first time the Serie A title has ever been won in the 116 years of the Milan derby.

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  • EFCC Arrests Six Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Kaduna

    EFCC Arrests Six Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Kaduna

    EFCC Arrests Six Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Kaduna

    Operatives of the Kaduna Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Saturday,April 21, 2024 arrested six suspected internet fraudsters in Kaduna State.

    The alleged fraudsters were arrested at Bafra Hotel, Alkali Road, Kaduna, following actionable intelligence about their suspected involvement in internet-related offences.

    Items recovered from them include six mobile phones and incriminating documents.

    They will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.

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