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Saudi Arabia Hosts Donors’ Conference, Raises $1.1B for Displaced Persons in Sahel and Lake Chad

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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, through King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief), has hosted a Donors’ Conference in Jeddah, raising over USD 1.1 billion in pledges to support displaced persons and refugees across the Sahel and Lake Chad regions.

This substantial funding commitment was made possible by the contributions of more than ten donor countries, agencies, and organizations dedicated to addressing the growing humanitarian needs in these crisis-hit areas.

Held in collaboration with the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the conference is to provide urgent humanitarian assistance to the people of Nigeria, Niger, Chad, Burkina Faso and Mali who were plague with various crisis and natural disasters.

In his address during the conference, His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah, Advisor at the Royal Court and Supervisor General of KSrelief, expressed heartfelt appreciation for the generosity shown by the donor community.

He noted that these contributions not only demonstrate solidarity but also empower humanitarian organizations to deliver life-saving support, contributing to greater security and resilience for affected populations.

Dr. Al Rabeeah affirmed Saudi Arabia’s ongoing commitment, through KSrelief, to expanding aid efforts in partnership with international stakeholders, ensuring that aid reaches those in urgent need.

OIC Secretary-General Hissein Brahim Taha stated that the conference is a testament to international unity, providing a platform for dialogue among humanitarian leaders and a foundation for coordinated, sustainable support for those affected by displacement.

“The presence of so many committed nations and organizations here today demonstrates a shared commitment to the values of solidarity and cooperation,” he stated.

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also lauded Saudi Arabia and the OIC for leading the event, acknowledging the region’s potential and the severe challenges it faces due to ongoing conflicts, climate disruptions, and economic strain. With over 30 million people in the Sahel and Lake Chad regions requiring immediate assistance, Guterres called for sustained humanitarian support and investment in long-term solutions, urging an end to hostilities, protection of civilians, and unhindered access for aid efforts.

The Kingdom further strengthened its commitment to the region by pledging an additional USD 30 million, bringing its total contributions for 2024 to USD 51 million.

This pledge reflects the Kingdom’s dedication to supporting communities in crisis and advancing global humanitarian objectives through KSrelief, cementing Saudi Arabia’s position as a leading force in international humanitarian aid.

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Nigeria’s national grid collapses again

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Again, Nigeria has been plunged into darkness as the national grid recorded another collapse on Tuesday.

The incident happened around 2:09 pm on Tuesday according to the official X handle of the National Nigeria Grid.

Ekwutosblog recalls that the nation’s power grid witnessed a series of collapses last month.

 

In 2024 alone, the National grid had collapsed at least eight times.

Recently, nine northern states were plunged into darkness as the National grid collapsed again.

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IGP RECEIVES REPORT ON CARE, WELFARE OF YOUNG DETAINEES; ASSURES OF FOLLOW THROUGH ON RECOMMENDATIONS

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IGP RECEIVES REPORT ON CARE, WELFARE OF YOUNG DETAINEES; ASSURES OF FOLLOW THROUGH ON RECOMMENDATIONS

Following the recent remand and subsequent arraignment of some young individuals on Friday, 1st November, the Inspector-General of Police while in Algiers, Algeria for the African Union Mechanism for Police Cooperation committee meeting directed investigation into the conditions surrounding the care and welfare of these young persons while in Police detention facilities.

Upon receiving the investigative report today in Glasgow, where the IGP is currently participating in Interpol General Assembly, the IGP vowed to thoroughly examine it and take necessary actions to address any procedural lapses or concerns.
To further ensure professionalism in investigation with emphasis on child-friendly investigation and care, the IGP has summoned all DCs CID and Heads of Investigation Units to a conference and workshop on November 7, 2024, at the Police Resource Center, Jabi.

The Nigeria Police Force reaffirms its commitment to upholding legal frameworks, ensuring fairness, and accountability, especially for vulnerable groups.

ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, mnipr, mipra, fCAI,
Force Public Relations Officer,
Force Headquarters,
Abuja.

4th November 2024

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Court of Appeal Discharged and Acquitted Former CJN, Walter Onnoghen

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The Court of Appeal has ordered the unfreezing of the former Chief Justice of Nigeria justice samuel walter onnoghen’s bank accounts in standard chartered bank, Wuse, Abuja.

This was after the court discharged and acquitted Onnoghen from the charges preferred against him in 2019 for not properly declaring his assets leading to his removal from office and the freezing of onnoghen’s bank accounts.

The consent judgment is the outcome of settlement terms, reached by counsel to the Federal Government and the former CJN.

The former Chief Justice of Nigeria had challenged his conviction and removal from office at the Court of Appeal.

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