KIBRIS Table Water is set to donate 10,000 bags of satchet water to Mosques in Adamawa State for Ramadan as part of the company's corporate social responsibility. This is in appreciation of the mutual beneficial relationship between the company and Muslim faithfuls.
The company is targeting over 500 mosques across the 21 local government areas of the state during the period of this year's Ramadan. Ramadan is not only by fasting, we need to feed the hungry, help the needy, guard our tongue, not to judge others and forgive. That is the spirit of Ramadan. May this festivity push peace to transcend the earth, let light brighten up the world and grow hope to every Muslim’s heart. As you fast and offer prayers to Allah, may you find your peace and happiness. Have a peaceful and happy Ramadan!
KIBRIS Table Water is a new water company in Adamawa State located at No. 178 Zion Street, Opposite Modibbo Adama University Yola. It's supply is mainly in Yola and immediate environment at relatively low in price. It meets standard of quality water as advocated by WHO.
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Zibite Kurwizi Welye
Director of Communications/ Chief Ambassador
KIBRIS Water Table
12/3/2024

Lay on your bed and count 100 -1

As KIBRIS Table Water continue to gain acceptance into the hearts and homes of Adamawa State residents particularly those in the state capital Yola and envo, many customers took to their social media handle to give testimony about the water. Here is what few among them are saying:
Jimmy Buze writes thus: "KIBRIS Table Water, Water like no other
And the master of the banquet tasted the water that had been turned into wine. He did not realize where it had come from, though the servants who had drawn the water knew. Then he called the bridegroom aside and said, “Everyone brings out the choice wine first and then the cheaper wine after the guests have had too much to drink; but you have saved the best till now.”
And I ask, KIBRIS water, where have you been? I am proudly a Chemist and I know what am talking about. It's not just the N120 price per bag but the quality of the water. KIBRIS Table water is something out of this world I must confess. 150 bags fully secured today and it was delivered to me. I will not tell you to buy KIBRIS Water, if you like continue drinking what you are drinking😀. Kibris Ikon Allah."
Another customer with Facebook user name Adati Silas writes, " finally finally see me see kibris sachet water. Trust me guys it’s worth the hype. Gomma mu mayar da kudi gida. Hyelda Kefas and co u guyz are doing a great job n we are so proud of u. Dis isn’t just ur achievements but kilba people as well. a bag is just 120 pls let’s patronize"
Another customer Ycee James Shakur writes: "My brother gave me one,
I taste it, I was unable to be comfortable,without adding more of it KiBRIS TABlE WATER taste is different seriously, quit sure is truly simi faro, today I approved an endorse KIBRIS WATER 💧 as one of the best water industry in adamawa state."
KIBRIS Table Water is a newly founded water company in Adamawa State located at No. 178 Zion Street, Opposite Modibbo Adama University Yola. It supply it's in Yola and immediate environment at a cheaper price. It meets standard of quality water as advocated by WHO.
Zibite Kurwizi Welye
26/2/2024

This is the most absurd thing I have ever seen on this space. A lecturer engaging his female student during lectures and in front of other students. Haba! Having a romantic relationship with a teacher breaches this trust in the teacher-student relationship, regardless of the matter of consent. Such a relationship could pose potential threats to the emotional well-being of the student, compromise the student's performance at school and open doors to further exploitation. This is how question papers leaked! Honestly I am disappointed! To display this crass act in front of students is what annoys the most honestly. For God sake as a teacher, your student is your child and you a parent. This is basics in the teaching profession.
This lecturer should be tried summarily and dismissed with immediate effect. I expect the school management to vehemently condemn this act also and warn of such future occurrence. TRCN should withdraw his license as a matter of fact!
When a female soldier violated the Nigerian Army’s rules and regulations guiding the codes of conduct of military personnel when deployed for duty and was engaged by a Corper, the military not only immediately arrested her but detained and punished her. We expect the same with Abia State University on the case of their lecturer engaging a student in a classroom while teaching. Was he employed to teach or date his student? Is the classroom a love nest or where knowledge and morality is inculcated into students.

https://www.nairaland.com/8001563/opinion-lecturer-engaging-students-zibite

Zibite Kurwizi Welye
15/2/2024

This is the most absurd thing I have ever seen on this space. A lecturer engaging his female student during lectures and in front of other students. Haba! Having a romantic relationship with a teacher breaches this trust in the teacher-student relationship, regardless of the matter of consent. Such a relationship could pose potential threats to the emotional well-being of the student, compromise the student's performance at school and open doors to further exploitation. This is how question papers leaked! Honestly I am disappointed! To display this crass act in front of students is what annoys the most honestly. For God sake as a teacher, your student is your child and you a parent. This is basics in the teaching profession.
This lecturer should be tried summarily and dismissed with immediate effect. I expect the school management to vehemently condemn this act also and warn of such future occurrence. TRCN should withdraw his license as a matter of fact!
When a female soldier violated the Nigerian Army’s rules and regulations guiding the codes of conduct of military personnel when deployed for duty and was engaged by a Corper, the military not only immediately arrested her but detained and punished her. We expect the same with Abia State University on the case of their lecturer engaging a student in a classroom while teaching. Was he employed to teach or date his student? Is the classroom a love nest or where knowledge and morality is inculcated into students.

Zibite Kurwizi Welye
15/2/2024

Kibris Water have hit the market in Yola, Adamawa State. Are you in Adamawa State particularly Yola and environment, there's brand new water for you that operates at global best practices. Don't let anyone tell you about it, please place your order immediately and it will be delivered to you at cheap price.
It is owned by our very own Dr Hyelda Kefas .
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On 28th Jan 2024, our sister Usaku Haziel changed her Facebook profile picture to that of a candle burning. Immediately I saw it, I knew something was wrong. As it was just a picture without a caption, I immediately messaged her and asked who died. She said Baba Musa Diyari. I was short of breath! I was like, what? Who? Baba Diyari? Oh no! This can't be true! This good man? Dead? Up to today I can't describe that feeling.
I wanted to deny the reality of what I am being told but as hours passed by and his pictures and tributes dominated my Facebook Newsfeed, I was increasingly being confronted with the brutal realization that Baba Musa Diyari have indeed answered the ultimate call.
He was a great man!
One of the most remarkable aspects of Baba Diyari's character was his unwavering integrity. He believed deeply in doing what was right, not what was easy. His principles were the compass that guided his decisions, both in his public and private life. He stood firm in his beliefs, even in the face of adversity, and his moral fortitude was a beacon of inspiration for all who knew him.
Baba Diyari was also a man of profound humanity. He had an innate ability to connect with people from all walks of life. His empathy knew no bounds – he listened, he cared, and he acted. He was involved in numerous charitable endeavors and was always the first to lend a helping hand to those in need. His generosity was not limited to material contributions; he gave his time, his wisdom, and, most importantly, his heart.
As a mentor and leader, he was incomparable. He nurtured and inspired those around him, encouraging them to reach their full potential. He was not just a mentor in words but in actions, leading by example and showing what it means to be a leader of character, competence, and compassion.
His sense of humor and zest for life were contagious.
Baba Diyari had a unique way of finding joy in the simple things. He believed in the power of laughter, the importance of friendship, and the value of creating lasting memories. His presence was a source of joy and comfort, and his laughter was a melody that resonated in the hearts of those who heard it.
Even in facing life's ultimate challenge, his illness, he exhibited a strength and grace that were profoundly moving. He faced his final days with the same dignity, courage, and concern for others that characterized his entire life. In doing so, he taught us one final, invaluable lesson: the true essence of strength is found not in physical prowess but in the unwavering spirit and the capacity to face adversity with grace.
As we bid farewell to this great man, let us honor his memory by emulating the virtues he embodied. Let us strive to live with integrity, to act with kindness, and to make a positive impact on the world, just as he did. His legacy will continue to inspire and guide us, and his memory will forever be a guiding light in our lives.
To Baba Musa Diyari thank you for the wisdom you imparted, the love you shared, and the exemplary life you led. You were more than just a great man; you were a beacon of hope, a pillar of strength, and a source of endless inspiration.
Rest in peace, Ada. Your journey on this earth may have ended, but your spirit and legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of all who were fortunate enough to know you.
Thank you
Zibite Kurwizi Welye
5/2/2024

Professor Manpaa Aliyu Musa Congratulates Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri on his Victory at the Supreme Court.

Dr Manpaa Aliyu Musa, an accomplished professor of Politics and Administration, has congratulated Adamawa state governor Ahmadu Umaru on his victory today at the supreme court.

The congratulatory message was contained in a statement signed by the University's don spokesperson, Chief Hon Zibite Kurwizi Welye with copies made available to newsmen in Adamawa State.

Manpaa said: “Since we have come to the logical end of this battle, it is appropriate to congratulate the winner, Gov Ahmadu Umar Fintirii, on his hard-fought victory. In every battle, there will always be a winner and in the spirit of sportsmanship and love for our state, the Governor must see his victory as a higher call to service to the people of Adamawa State."
The professor saluted Adamawa citizens for keeping calm and allowing due process to ensued.
Signed:
Chief Hon Zibite Kurwizi Welye
Spokesperson to Professor Manpaa Aliyu Musa
31/1/2024

This Tinubu sef
Minister of Solid Minerals read Political Science. No one in Geology?
Minister of Defense read Accounting and the state minister barely passed SSCE. No one from Intelligence?
Minister of FCT studied law? No one on in Development Studies to represent? The list is endless and thank God we didn't have a quantity surveyor as minister of power. Round pegs in square holes. May God help Nigeria. Appointments should not be used for political compensation.

The power play

Daily Trust Saturday confirmed from multiple sources that the immediate past governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, who on Thursday emerged as the new national chairman of the ruling APC, nominated Bunkure, his former commissioner to replace Shetty.

Ganduje’s associates told our correspondent that the real power play that led to the swapping of Shetty with Bunkure is that she does not belong to the political family of the former governor. It was suspected that her name was “smuggled” into the list by a senior member of the presidency.
It was gathered that Ganduje was informed that the slot Shetty used to make the list should have gone to him; hence he was asked to nominate a replacement. This is more so as the other nominee from Kano, Abdullahi Tijjani Gwarzo, is Tinubu’s associate from their days in the defunct Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN). Thus, after Ganduje emerged as the national chairman of the party on Thursday at the party’s 12th National Executive Council (NEC) meeting and got the information that the president had been ‘misled’ in nominating Shetty, he started the process of “righting the wrongs,” his associates said.
The president was surprised that the nomination of Shetty did not come from Ganduje, one of the sources said, adding that “the people that nominated her showed a picture she took with the former Kano governor to the president to make it look like she was in his group”.

On the manner in which the replacement was communicated, one of the associates of Ganduje said it was the president’s way of communicating to those that “smuggled” Shetty’s name into the list to know that he was in charge and was not happy.

“It was also to communicate that the national chairman has the hearing ears of the president, and it is a warning to whoever smuggled her name into the list,” he said.
Kano is one of the strategic states the ruling party hopes to regain, and with the breakdown in talks with Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, whose New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) controls Kano, analysts said Tinubu may have concluded on consolidating his push for the state through the Ganduje camp.

However, sources close to Shetty said that aside the insinuation that the young politician was reportedly nominated by the chief of staff to the president, another reason Ganduje sought and secured her replacement was because she had been vocal in the past against some of his policies when he held sway as governor, including the controversial deposition of former Emir Muhammadu Sanusi.
“Perhaps the insinuation that she was nominated by the chief of staff gained momentum because Shetty is Abuja-based although she is from Kano. This might be the reason the Kano APC family was not happy with her nomination.

“Another reason is that she is close with former Emir Muhammadu Sanusi and she was very vocal against his removal. You know she is very popular on social media, where she champions several causes, including women’s rights,” one of her associates in Kano who asked not to be named, told Daily Trust Saturday.

KATSINA MAN DIVORCES 14-YEAR-OLD WIFE FOR ALLOWING MALE DOCTOR ATTEND TO HER
A man in Katsina State has reportedly divorced his 14-year-old housewife for allowing a male medical practitioner to attend to her while giving birth to his baby.

The Executive Director, Nana Women and Girls Initiative, Dr Fatima Adamu, disclosed on Thursday.

According to the activist, the teenage mother, who was divorced by her husband, was said to have had a complicated childbirth, resulting in being rushed to the hospital where there was no female medical practitioner on the ground to attend to her.

As a result, the only male medical practitioner available attended to her during labour, a development that led to the crash of her marriage.

Although the lady was said to have given birth successfully, her husband’s joy was cut short when he rushed to the hospital to realise that the medical practitioner that attended to the wife during labour was a male. Peeved by the development, he subsequently divorced his wife.

Adamu who was featured as a keynote speaker at the Human Resources for Health Production Dialogue, appealed to governments, especially state governments to ensure there was equity in the recruitment and deployment of medical personnel to rural communities.

The event which was organised with a view to revolutionising the country’s healthcare system, had stakeholders calling for accountability and prudence in healthcare training institutions.

Adamu, who has over 15 years of engaging and advocating for an increase in the production of nurses and midwives in the country, insisted that governments, especially state governments need to take up the responsibility to produce their own health workers as according to her, “there is no short cut about it.”

“A 14- year old Fulani girl in Katsina State delivered and had difficulty with delivery, so we had to take her to the hospital and after the delivery, the husband divorced her because she was attended by a man. This young girl was divorced all because she was attended by a man during delivery,” she lamented.

The women’s rights activists lamented that Nigeria was producing medical doctors far below its need.

“There is shortage of health workers despite the production. We are producing health workers far below our needs. Our average population growth is 3.2, but our annual production of nurses and midwives is 2.6, so definitely, there is gap. That is the latest data available that could be accessed,” she added.

Hon Bathiya Wesley, member representing Hong Constituency at the Adamawa State House of Assembly have today casted his vote today at his polling unit in Hong LG for the office of the president and NASS.
Speaking after voting, he urged the electorates to exercise their civic duty by voting credible candidates for better representation. He also enjoined them to shun electoral violence as it do not pay. He commended the voters for coming out in mass exercise their franchise.

EXCLUSIVE:

Lawmakers commence impeachment moves against Gov El-Rufai over corruption allegations

by Times Report
20 August, 2022

Plans to impeach Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, are now underway, Quest Times can exclusively and authoritatively report.

In separate chats with our reporter, members of the Kaduna State House of Assembly disclosed that moves to impeach El-Rufai have now reached an advanced stage.

The relationship between the governor and the Speaker of the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Alhaji Yusuf Zailani, has been frosty for quite some time now, Quest Times has learnt.

State lawmakers are currently investigating the expenditures of all the ministries, agencies and parastatals of the state government.


One legislator tells Quest Times on condition of anonymity, that the lawmakers have already established 11 prima facie grounds of corruption against Governor El-Rufai.

“We are currently undertaking oversight function on all ministries, agencies and parastatals. The reason for this oversight function is to get cast-iron, fool-proof alibi to impeach the governor.

“We have already uncovered mind-blowing corruption. One of such discoveries is the award of contracts without due process and the discovery of how Governor El-Rufai awarded contracts to his cronies and family members without due process or advertisements.

“We have also uncovered attempts by Governor El-Rufai to collect an N80B loan from one of the commercial banks, without the knowledge of the State Assembly.

“The lawmakers, upon finding out, have already written to the bank against granting such a loan,” one lawmaker who pleaded that his name be left out of this story, confided in Quest Times.

Relationship with Speaker gone sour
Quest Times also gathered that several attempts by the El-Rufai administration to impeach the speaker, who has since fallen out with the governor, have been unsuccessful, as majority of the lawmakers vowed to stand with the speaker.

“The lawmakers have even taken oaths with the Bible and the Qur’an not to ever visit the Government House for any reason and to also stand with the speaker,” another source adds.

Quest Times also gathered that Deputy Speaker, Dr. Isaac Auta, recently dumped the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, and has pitched tent with Peter Obi’s Labour Party, thereby swelling the ranks of the opposition in the House to 15.

Speaker Zailani fell out with the governor for many reasons, chief of which was the way and manner APC Governorship candidate for the 2023 vote, Sen. Uba Sani, was forced on party members, Quest Times learnt.

“There was a time the security personnel attached to the speaker were all removed. The speaker had to run to Abuja before his operatives were restored.

“I can confirm to you that moves to impeach the governor are real, the lawmakers are working seriously on this. They want to present water-tight evidence. They are not happy with the way and manner the governor has been running Kaduna State,” the source adds.

Kaduna residents have long accused the House of being a shameless “rubber stamp” since the emergence of El-Rufai as Governor of the State in 2015.

A former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), 62-year-old El-Rufai is due to complete his constitutionally permissible two-terms of eight years in office in 2023.

Attempts to speak to the governor or any of his aides for a reaction to this story proved futile, as calls and text messages dispatched where neither responded to nor returned.

My thoughts on why we need a president who use the social media

Many Nigerians were surprised that Major General Buhari our C-in-C wasn't aware that terrorists vowed to kidnap him until Elrufai told him almost nearly a week later. He was not even aware of the Kaduna-Abuja train kidnapping that is more than 120 days before he was informed by someone who came all the way from Kaduna. Simply put: these guys near(with) him in Abuja don't tell him anything! Of course if you have been following him closely, he is always not aware of some of the things that Nigeria as a country is passing through under his watch and that is why he is always SHOCKED when he later know after public outcry. Sometimes amidst national burning issues he will be traveling and attending functions that are irrelevant. The reason is simply that he is not aware. ASUU strike that is nearly a year now, it is not long it came to his knowledge. There are many instances in which the president is "not aware" and don't blame him please. I will tell you why. The person he is, the newspaper he read and the TV station he watch is controlled by aides and all are usually pro government news outlets. If he doesn't read it and didn't watch it on TV, how will he be aware especially when he is surrounded by overzealous aides who always shield information from him.
Had he been using social media platforms like Facebook, WhatsApp and Twitter by himself which most Nigerians used, nothing will escape him as he will be informed firsthand. There he will watch and read happenings as they take place by himself without relying on his aides. He would have been aware of the threat to kidnap him and aware of everything in country today.
The social media have come to play a role in good governance and we must embrace it by electing people who use it especially those who want to contest for the office of the president of Nigeria.

Court denies Ekweremadu and wife bail, orders them to be remanded in custody and adjourned the case till July

The Uxbridge Magistrate Court in London has denied bail to former Senate President, Senator Ike Ekweremadu and his wife Beatrice over claims that they trafficked a 15-year-old boy from Lagos to the UK with the intent to harvest his organ.

According to Arise TV, the prosecutors at the court this afternoon, said the Ekweremadu's were being charged for bringing the 15-year-old boy from Nigeria to the UK with the claim that he was to be given a better life in the UK but was actually to harvest his organ. The prosecutors told the court that the former Senate President procured a passport for the boy and claimed he was 21 years old but discovered that he was 15 years old. 

The prosecutors also told the court that the Ekweremadu's have a daughter who has a kidney-related disease and has been on dialysis for quite some time. They told the court that it is believed that the plan was to use an organ from the boy on their daughter who appears to need a kidney transplant.

Ekweremadu and his wife had separate legal representations and prayed the court to release them on bail but their prayer was however dismissed by the Magistrate. The couple has surrendered their passports to the UK government.

The couple was arrested at Heathrow airport, on their way to Istanbul, Turkey and according to the prosecutors, it is believed that they were on their way to procure another organ as they were unable to harvest the organ of the boy. The prosecutors also stated that $20, 000 was found on Mr. Ekweremadu.

According to AriseTV, the red flag the organ was not harvested after the boy truthfully disclosed his age to the doctors at the Royal Free hospital. in the UK. The doctor canceled the procedure and the boy was immediately taken into the custody of the family who according to the prosecutors treated him like a slave until he escaped and found his way to the police where an investigation started, leading to the arrest of the couple. 

After much deliberation, the Magistrate ordered their remand in custody till July 7 for the next hearing on the case.

Disgraced "Super Cop" Abba Kyari: A Man Blessed With Good Luck

Abba Kyari is the most luckiest man walking on the planet earth today. Despite his many sins, the disgraced cop has been afforded due process of law. He is having his days in court. Tragically, many Nigerians who were arrested by the dreadful IGP Intelligence Response Team were never afforded due process of law by him. Many suspects arrested by Kyari are no where to be found. Even the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has summoned Kyari to explain the disappearance of some missing persons arrested by Kyari. Today he's afforded due process of law, he have access to his lawyers and family and friends. He's allowed to change to his favorite dress and shoes(including facemasks) to appear in court (remember Kanu, even the judge had to ordered that she does not want to see him in his Fendi dress again which have become his uniform); no handcuffs, no mug shot, not remanded in prison, gets medical attention and enjoy so many privileges. He was even blocking his critics on social media from detention which means he is allowed to use his phone. Which of Abba Kyari's suspects enjoyed this? A fight is being put up by his lawyers to not freeze his ill-gotten wealth so if he eventually come out he will enjoy it. This is why he is the luckiest man to ever walk on the planet earth. I pity the system that created this seriously.

It’s Surprising I Became A Bandit – Turji

A notorious bandit, Bello Turji, has opened up on his past, leading to his becoming one of the most dreaded bandits terrorising communities, especially in...

A notorious bandit, Bello Turji, has opened up on his past, leading to his becoming one of the most dreaded bandits terrorising communities, especially in the northwestern part of Nigeria.

Bandits like Turji have been terrorising villages in northern Nigeria for years, killing thousands of people and displacing a lot more. They also engage in isolated and mass abductions, including students in at least 10 schools in less than a year.

In a recent report, Daily Trust chronicled how hundreds of thousands of villagers had been displaced from their settlements, with many of them seeking refuge in Niger Republic and other Nigerian cities as governments in the affected states fail to provide camps for displaced persons.

In an exclusive chat aired as part of a Trust TV documentary, tagged ‘Nigeria’s Banditry: The Inside Story,’ Turji, who hails from Fakai village of Shinkafi Local Government in Zamfara State, however, said it was unbelievable to people who knew him that he strayed into the criminal activity.

In separate clips streamed at an event to premier the documentary in Abuja on Friday, Turji said his first experience of slaughtering a human being was on a market day at Shinkafi.

“I hadn’t taken up arms by then. I was herding cattle. Then, if my father wanted to sell any of his cows, I would take it to the market for him. After I sold it I would come to the emir’s compound before returning home in the evening.

“The Emir of Shinkafi knows me. He knew me from many years ago. If he is told that Turji would become a bandit he would not believe it because he knew we Fulani could not become rustlers. But it was what they were doing to us that became unbearable.”

Turji’s claim was in reference to the activities of community self-help volunteer force called Yan Sakai, whose ruthlessness, he said, made him and some other Fulani youths to become bandits.

A researcher in the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, Dr Abubakar Siddique-Mohammed, interviewed as part of the 29-minute documentary, acknowledged that the activities of the volunteer force inflamed the banditry problem across the affected states.

In the ethnic tension brought out by the documentary, both sides of the conflict had engaged in ruthless killings over the claim of self protection or vengeance.

Speaking on restrictions placed in September last year to suppress the activities of the bandits, Turji said, “It is not right to deny Fulani entry into Shinkafi; it’s a local government for all citizens. If you deny Fulani entry, where are they supposed to go?

“If you buy just a measure of maize, they confiscate it; or if you buy a loaf of bread they will say you are buying it for Turji. Is it only Turji who eats out of all the people here?

“Let me ask you; isn’t this a gun? Is it those who failed to prevent the circulation of arms in Nigeria that will prevent us from buying petrol, which even a little kid knows where it can be obtained?”

The bandits’ leader recounted an attack on his family, saying, “Over 1,000 cattle were taken away from us. On that day, six of our little siblings were killed.

“Our parents went through all the courts, but they couldn’t get back their cattle. They also connived with Yan Sakai and slaughtered my uncle. Where then does a commoner seek redress?”

He also accused Yan Sakai volunteers of connivance with security agents to harass and extort the Fulani.

“They arrest innocent people and lock them up, and if you ask, they say it is because of corn stalks. You will be fined N500,000, and you must pay, for fear of incarceration.

“I will swear with the Qur’an that the Emir of Shinkafi knows about this. My father was involved in a court case for seven years over corn stalks. Just for corn stalks!”

Turji denounced connections between bandits liking him with Boko Haram elements, saying they have no political agenda.

“We are not interested in establishing any religious organisation. We are not aspiring to have a territory of our own, and we don’t have any political aspiration. We took up arms to protect the lives of our people that are being killed, it is not just because we are merciless or we are unconscious of Allah who created us.”

Some of the victims recalled horrendous experiences from bandits who attacked their communities.

Zainab Ibrahim from Zurmi, whose child was killed and she was abducted and held for two months, recounted her experience.

“Three of them picked my husband and left with him. I was surrounded by six men with their AK rifles and headlamps

“I was sleeping when they grabbed me and my son. They were told he (my husband) had escaped and they said there was no problem since they had us

“My son and I held tight to each other. One of them said, ‘Bring him here so that we slaughter him or we shoot two of them.’

“They snatched him from me. He was crying, I was crying too. By the time they seized him I passed out. They laid down him and slaughtered him.”

A young girl identified as Hauwa said her parents were killed when the bandits stormed their house to rob her father.

Speaking during the screening of the documentary in Abuja, experts and stakeholders called for genuine dialogue and the involvement of the traditional institutions to tackle banditry in parts of the country.

The event, organised by the Media Trust Limited and the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD), featured a panel discussion and open mic conversation on the banditry problem

‘Abuja solutions not enough’

A panel discussant and lecturer from the Usman Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Dr Murtala Rufai, maintained that solutions being proffered in Abuja, the seat of power would not end banditry in the North-West.

Rufai disclosed that bandits see themselves as freedom fighters who have an axe to grind with the government.

The university don called on the federal government to ensure that traditional institutions are empowered to oversee their domains as it was in the past.

He said, “The problem of rural banditry in Zamfara and other places in the North-West is actually a fundamental and basically a local problem. In my opinion, it is a local problem that actually requires a local solution.



‘Reveal funding sources’

On its part, the Kaduna State Government insisted that the bandits were criminals hell-bent on destroying peace in the country.

The Commissioner for Internal Security and Home affairs, Samuel Aruwan, who was part of the screening, reiterated the state government’s position that it would not negotiate with the criminals.

He said it was high time the economic activities of the bandits were probed to know how they are being funded, which gives them easy access to arms and ammunition.

Dialogue with hardened criminals a waste of time – Dambazzau

In the same vein, a former Minister of Interior, General Abdulrahman Dambazzau, faulted claims made by the bandits’ kingpin, Turji, saying dialogue with hardened criminals is a waste of time.

He explained that the criminal groups had links, and they should not use their situation to victimise innocent travellers or motorists if they have genuine cases.

“I think there is the need to distinguish between those criminals and those who are genuinely struggling for whatever is happening to them.

“There is a need to distinguish between them if you say there should be dialogue. This is because you can’t dialogue with hardened criminals.

“If people have genuine cases you can sit down and dialogue with them and know precisely what their problems are and how to sort them out,” he said.

A Media Trust director, Mannir Dan Ali, in his welcome address, explained that the documentary was meant to understand the issue of insecurity, particularly banditry across the regions.

“This is something that has been there for quite a while. And we are still grappling with its implications and what it means for not just Nigeria, but the Sahel region as well. And probably Africa at large,” Dan-Ali said.

He also commended the CDD for the collaboration with MTL, comprising the newspapers and the Trust TV, the television arm of the MTL.

Also, the Deputy High Commissioner, British High Commission (BHC), Gill Atkinson, represented by the conflict adviser, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), Sophie Stephen, said the FCDO had been supporting the CDD and partners in this project.

She noted that they were collaborating with the CDD on a project called Strengthening the Delivery of Peace and Security. She said the project aimed to counter misinformation and promote evidence-based sensitive discussions, public discourse and reporting to try to promote peace and social cohesion in Nigeria.

“I am representing a foreign government, which is very happy to be a close partner in Nigeria and others. And on behalf of the UK, I want to express first our deep sympathy with some of the events of this documentary,” she said.

According to her, as a human being she stands with the country, and is often saddened by some of the events being witnessed.

She also commended reporters who risked their lives to get these stories.

“I really hugely respect and admire your work and that of others here who are doing that to try and find the truth of some of these very complex and multi layers of situations.

“My hope is that it would inspire new approaches, ideas and ways that would ultimately bring peace to the people affected,” she added.

This okuku brain want to be our president

Attention friends!
I Zibite Kurwizi Welye have disassociate myself from Stingy Men Association of Nigeria and have relinquish my position as Chairman Adamawa State Chapter. Henceforth I have nothing to do with the association. Thank you!

Actor Zubby Michael spends over N8.5million at a restaurant in VI, Lagos in just few hours.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CZqknjGMX9d/?utm_medium=copy_link

N8m spent as Zubby Michael hosts Davido, Olamide, others at birthday party

Popular Nollywood actor, Zubby Michael, held his birthday bash at a Lagos club on Sunday during which he spent over N8 million.

The star-studded party was attended by Nollywood stars and music artistes, as seen in the videos and pictures shared by the celebrant on his Instagram page.

The socialites and Nollywood stars at the event were Kanayo O. Kanayo, Alex Ekubo, Ini Edo, Yul Edochie, E-money, Cubana Chief Priest, Uche Jombo, etc.

Music stars who graced the party included Davido, Olamide, Phyno, Portable, KCee, Rudeboy, and a host of others.

https://punchng.com/pictorial-n8m-spent-as-zubby-michael-hosts-davido-olamide-others-at-birthday-party/?amp

Pray for Taraba State University (TSU). The school convocation ceremony took place last week Saturday. See what the graduands are writing on social media. Please don't TSU teach a general studies course Communication in English I&II.

Nigerians are saying they inflate the figures. Any plausible reason for this?

80,000 million US dollars

#Challenge. Winner gets MTN 1gig
Below are catchphrases for popular Nigerian Musicians. Comment and name the artists in a corresponding manner. This is in way of promoting our artists.
So let's go...
1. Kapachumerimerichupaku
2. Shekpe
3. Zagadat
4. Shabbalistica
5. Legoo
6. Bangalee
7. Saintsamiganja
8. Skiborobo
9. Its Kell P vibes
10. Marlian
11. Starboy
12. Peru Peru
13. Slim daddy
14. Alhaji Tekno
15. OH O HA
16. Ycee
17. Bad guy in the building
18. Wene Mighty
19. Chocho cho kiri chocho
20. Ain Ain Ain
Thank you all and God bless. #ProudlyNigerian

Some cultures especially in India wants a virgin to prove good moral upbringing

Congratulations: Pills Now Available To Fake Your Virginity On Your Wedding Day

A new product called ‘i-virgin’ has been said to make women fake their virginity on wedding night.

The controversial product consists of small capsules containing a mysterious “blood-powder” that allegedly imitates human blood. All the user has to do is insert one of these pills in the vagina a couple of hours before the planned intercourse to fake virginity.

The producer adds that the “high quality blood” completely dissolves, posing no health danger to the user.
In certain regions of India, the need to pass virginity checks is considered a life-or-death situation, with relatives of the groom inspecting the bed sheets after the newlyweds’ wedding night. If the bride fails the test her family must pay compensation, or in extreme cases endure a series of trials, like walking on hot embers or staying underwater for a period of time without coming up for air.

Many have expressed concern that in a country where a woman’s virginity often determines her worth, a product like i-virgin just encourages centuries-old taboos.

i-virgin capsules were reportedly being sold in India for 3,600 rupees ($50) per pack, but at the time of this writing, the controversial product seems to have been removed from the store.
~The Gazette

Prospects of Adamawa State Under Atiku Abubakar's Presidency: A Word For My Adamawa People
Zibite Kurwizi Welye
10th February, 2019 |4:32PM

This Saturday 16th February, 2019 Nigerians will go out to vote who becomes their next president. Top major contestants are incumbent President Muhammadu Buhari of All Progressive Congress (APC) and Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party ( PDP).
I intend to in this writing draw the attention of my people from Adamawa state to a reality on how Atiku Abubakar's Presidency can be a great breakthrough to the state Adamawa taking into consideration how Katsina state where President Muhammadu Buhari hail from benefited from his administration.
I will be brief and straight to the point.
To start with, find below Katsina state indigenes who got big appointments from President Mohammadu Buhari:
1. Minister Of Aviation- Sen. Hadi Sirika

2. Director-General State Security Service SSS Lawal Musa Daura ( Though now sacked)

3. Director-General Nigerian Intelligence Agency NIA: Ahmad Abubakar Rufai

4. Director-General Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency Of Nigeria SMEDAN: Dr. Dikko Umar Radda

5. Director-General Federal Radio Corporation Of Nigeria FRCN: Mansur Liman

6. Director-General National Health Insurance Scheme NHIS: Professor Usman Yusuf

7. Managing-Director Nigerian Ports Authority NPA: Hadiza Bala Usman

8. Managing-Director Federal Emergency Road Maintainance Agency FERMA: Engr Nuradeen Rafindadi

9. Managing-Director Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria: Arch Ahmad Dangiwa

10. Managing-Director NIMET: Professor Sani Abubakar Mashi

11. Executive Secretary Petroleum Pricing Products Regulatory Agency PPPRA: Abdulkadir Saidu Umar

12. Chairman Nigerian Railway Corporation NRC: Usman Abubakar Sandamu

13. Dr. Shu’aib Sanusi Rafindadi: Personal Physician To The President

14 Sabi’u Yusuf: Personal Assistant P. A to the President

15. Mr. Bashir Abubakar Bindawa: Chief Security Officer CSO SSS to the President

16. Abdulkarim Dauda: Chief Security Officer CSO POLICE to the President

17. Amb. Hamza Ibrahim Tsiga: Ambassador To Iran

18. Amb. Justice Isa Dodo

19. Amb. Usman Aliyu Bakori: Ambassador To China

20. Amb. Muhammadu Rimi Barade

21. Abdullahi Abdul’Aziz Mashi: Permanent Secretary Federal Ministry Of Communication

22. Dr. Mardiyya Zayyad: Chairman of Governing Council Federal University Dutsinma

23. Dr. Aliyu Sanusi Rafindadi: Member, CBN Monetary Policy Committee

24. Alhaji Gambo Ahmad Mahuta: Board Member, Nigerian Maritime and Safety (NIMASA)

25. Barrister Murtala Kankia: Member, Court of Conduct Bureau

26. Professor Idris Bugaje: Rector, Kaduna Polytechnic

27. Salisu Nura: Director Maintainance FAAN

28. Senator Abba Ali – High Commissioner, Federal Judicial Commission

29- Dr. Aliyu Muhammad El-Ladan – Medical Director, National Obstetric Fistula Centre, Katsina

30- Dr. Sulaiman, Medical Director, Federal Medical Centre, Katsina

31- Abbas Umar Masanawa, Managing Director, Nigerian Security Printing and Minting Company

32- Ahmad Rufa’i – Director General, National Intelligence Agency

33- Dr. Bello Tukur Ingawa – Chairman Federal Civil Service Commission
*Over 50 Board Members/Chairmen

Again find below big projects Katsina State benefited from Buhari’s administration

(1) Transportation University – Daura, Katsina.

(2) Federal Polytechnic Daura

(3) Airport Project in Daura

(4) 50 Bed maternity clinic at Daura General Hospital Katsina

(5) Continuation of 10MW Wind Power project in Lambar Rimi

(6) Kano – Daura Rail line extension

(7) Project-MINE (Special Economic Zone)

( Completion of National Library Branch – Katsina.

(9) Completion of Sabke Water Project

(10) Zobe regional water project (N12.5Bn).

(11) Dualization of Kano-Katsina Road.
(12) Refinery – Katsina
(13) Innovation Hub – in Katsina Institute for Information Management
(14) General improvement in Electricity Supply in the state.


Other benefits but few to mention are
(1) 51 DSS cadet officers slots given to Katsina state and Lagos with almost twice population got 7.
(2) 100, 000 Katsina rice farmers who benefit from Anchor Borrower Scheme and were supplied with agricultural inputs which include fertilizer, insecticides, herbicides, seedlings, water pumping machines, sprayers and organic fertilizer inter alia.
(3) 400 Katsina women who benefited from Aisha Buhari's Cash Transfer.

The logic is simple. If in just four (4) years tenure, Atiku Abubakar will do same in Adamawa what President Buhari did at Katsina state, is it not to our gain?
What comes to many people's mind is that would Atiku Abubakar then as a president replicate what Buhari did as he was a vice president for eight years ( and have "not done anything" for his state? Yes he will and even do more! Here is why: first he now knows very well that when one is elevated to a certain position in life, the very first thing one is to do is to remember his own (home). Second, he was only a vice president whose powers then where limited as to what he can do. Many still do not understand this very well. As a president now, he will be the one completely in charge and pulling the strings. Third is accessibility to him. His close aides and associates will be from the state. Then there is our mother Hajiya Titi Abubakar who have built a vast network across the state at the "other room." That, just, is a gain to us.
The truth is that I am afraid that after Atiku Abubakar, we may never have a chance to have someone from our dear state in the class of Atiku Abubakar to run for the office of the president. Not in the nearest future. We cannot feign ignorance to the benefits a state gain as a result of their own becoming a president.
That is why this is a lifetime opportunity for us and we must grab it with two hands. Under Atiku's presidency, Adamawa state is going to witnessed an unprecedented development in all areas.
Investors will be rushing to invest in the state thereby creating job opportunities apart from slots we will be given from FG. Kiri dam will operate at full fledged. Adamawa state university will be upgraded and courses like medicine, law and engineering courses offered in the university.
The list is endless and that is why we must vote for Atiku Abubakar as President this Saturday.
Zibite Kurwizi Welye a public affairs analyst with interest in political research writes from Guyuk LG, Adamawa State.