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Remi Tinubu inaugurates women agric support scheme for 120 farmers in South South .

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The Nigerian First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, inaugurated her Renewed Hope Initiative Women Agricultural Support Programme in the South-South geopolitical zone of the country on Tuesday, May 7.
Inaugurating the scheme at the Government Banquet Hall, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Mrs Tinubu explained that the programme, which has been held in other geopolitical zones in the country, would empower 20 women each from the six states in the south-south region with a sum of N500,000 per beneficiary.
The First Lady, who was represented at the event by the wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima, explained that 75 per cent of the beneficiaries of the scheme are young females who are mainly into animal husbandry, poultry and fish farming.
According to her: “Today, we are supporting 20 women farmers per state in the South South Zone with the sum of N500,000 each. To this end, a draft of N10,000,000 per state for the South South Zone will be handed over to the first ladies of Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, and Rivers states, who are also RHI state coordinators for onward disbursement to all beneficiaries in their respective states.
“These farmers are those in the agrarian sector, animal husbandry, poultry and fish farming. In a short while, the Renewed Hope Initiative will be collaborating with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture to empower potential farmers. In this phase, 75 per cent of the beneficiaries will be young female farmers, while 25 per cent will be our young male farmers.”
Similarly, the First Lady further announced that 100 persons living with disabilities who are in small-scale businesses would each receive the sum of N100,000 to boost their businesses.
Addressing the beneficiaries and guests, the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, commended the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria for her humanitarian disposition, where vulnerable groups across the nation are beneficiaries of the Renewed Hope Initiative.
He noted that the government of Akwa Ibom State has taken steps to adopt the laudable programmes in the state. Worthy of note, the governor stated, is the ARISE Initiative for the Elderly, ARISE free voucher food programme from the Bulk Purchasing Agency, among others.
‘Today we are gathered here again to launch this great initiative for the south-south region. As our nation grapples with a challenging economic environment leading to the skyrocketing prices of food, this programme will help support our farming population and ensure that we get back to the farm,” he said.
The governor also noted that to ensure food sufficiency for all, the first and third Fridays of every month have been declared farm days in the state.
Earlier in her welcome address, the wife of Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Patience Umo Eno, who is also the state coordinator for the Renewed Hope Initiative, said that women in agriculture often face numerous challenges, including limited access to resources, land and education. She also posited that empowering women will help unlock their full potential, increase food security and boost economic growth in rural communities.
Pastor Patience Eno, who thanked Senator Oluremi Tinubu for also reaching out to empower the physically challenged constituency in the state, noted that individuals with disabilities make valuable contributions in business and other fields, hence the need to create inclusive opportunities for them to participate fully in economic activities, receive proper training and access support to overcome barriers.
In a goodwill message, the Zonal Chairman, RHI South-South Zone, and the First Lady of Bayelsa State, Dr Gloria Diri, applauded Senator Oluremi Tinubu for her deliberate efforts to change the narratives in the six geo-political zones through various empowerment programmes for women, youths, children and the elderly, cutting across political lines and affiliations, and reiterating their resolve to replicate programmes that will impact positively on humanity.
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VDM’s missing N180m NGO funds was not reported to us. We are not the ones handling the matter – Plateau police PRO

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The Plateau State police command has denied involvement in the investigation into the alleged hacking incident of VeryDarkMan’s NGO and diversion of N180 million from the account.

Reacting to the report made by VDM in a video shared on his social media, the spokesperson of the command, DSP Alabo Alfred, said the command has not received any report from the social critic and that the crime was not committed within their jurisdiction.

“The matter is not reported to us. We are not the ones handling the matter because the crime was not committed within our jurisdiction. If he said he is coming to Jos, that does not mean that we are the ones handling the case.

The crime happened in Abuja. So, he is not coming to Jos to report an incident that did not happen within our jurisdiction. If he reported the case at the Force CID level, it is the Force PRO who can speak about it.

If he reported the case at the FCT Command level, it would be a different thing. Of course, the Force PPRO can talk about it as well. If he can get police officers from where he reported the case, they can all come together to Jos and do their investigation.

After that, they can report back to where they came from and continue from there. But we can’t talk on a matter that did not happen within our jurisdiction” Alabo said

VDM in the video he released on Friday claimed that hackers diverted N180 million from his NGO’s account and that one of the hackers has been arrested in Jos, Plateau state. He stated that he was on his way to Jos with one of the detectives handling the matter.

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DEATH OF RETIRED SENIOR OFFICERS: IGP EXPRESSES SHOCK, COMMISERATES WITH FAMILIES OF JITOBOH, LONGE.

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DEATH OF RETIRED SENIOR OFFICERS: IGP EXPRESSES SHOCK, COMMISERATES WITH FAMILIES OF JITOBOH, LONGE.

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D, NPM, is deeply shocked by the deaths of Retired DIG Moses Ambakina Jitoboh, who passed on during the early hours of Friday 27th December, 2024, after a brief illness, and Pastor Bola Longe (AIG Rtd.) who passed away on Sunday 22nd December 2024.

Retired DIG Moses Jitoboh served as the Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Department of Information & Communications Technology (ICT), Force Headquarters, before his retirement in 2023, while retired AIG Bola Longe had served as the CP Nasarawa State, and as the Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Federal Operations, Force Headquarters Abuja, before his retirement in 2021.

Their contributions to the Nigeria Police Force, dedication to service and integrity can never be forgotten. The passing of these officers is a great loss, not only to their families but to the entire Nigeria Police Force.

On behalf of the entire officers of the Nigeria Police Force, the IGP extends his sincere condolences to the families, friends and colleagues of late Rtd. DIG Moses Jitoboh, and Pastor Bola Longe (AIG Rtd.), praying for solace during this difficult time. May their souls rest in peace.

ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI, mnipr, mipra , fCAI,
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
FORCE HEADQUARTERS,
ABUJA.

28TH DECEMBER, 2024

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MISUSE OF NAME, OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF POLICE

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PUBLIC NOTICE

MISUSE OF NAME, OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF POLICE

The Nigeria Police Force is concerned about the persistent unprofessional conduct of a few Police officers which undermines the standards and reputation of the Nigeria Police Force. Despite repeated warnings and disciplinary actions taken against those who have been exposed, some officers are still engaging in these shameful acts that erode public trust.

Even more alarming is the fraudulent use of the name and office of the Inspector-General of Police to perpetrate these illegal acts. The intention behind this tactic is to intimidate victims into believing that the IGP is aware, and approves of their illegal activities. As a result, victims are often deterred from reporting these incidents to higher authorities.

We urge members of the public to report any misconduct by Police Officers to their superiors, the Heads of the Complaint Response Units (CRU) in their states or the Commissioner of Police in the state. Contact information for the CRU in all states has been published previously.

Members of the public are therefore advised to exercise caution when approached by officers or individuals claiming connections with the IGP or any senior officer for the purpose of influence or favour. In such instances, we urge you to immediately report such cases to the Nigeria Police Force via: DCP Akin Fakorede, Head, IGP Monitoring Unit, Force Headquarters, Abuja – 08184077076; ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, Abuja – 08037168147; CSP Taiwo Oyewale, Head, IGP Special Investigation Unit, Force Headquarters, Abuja – 08069318238; SP Sherriff Lawal, ADC (Aide-de-Camp) to the IGP – 08094712605.

The Nigeria Police Force assures all Nigerians of its commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. We encourage the public to collaborate with us by reporting any suspicious activities to ensure that justice and fairness prevail at all times.

ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI, mnipr, mipra, fCAI,
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
FORCE HEADQUARTERS,
ABUJA

28th December, 2024

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