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Banditry Will Soon End
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Kaduna State Governor, El-rufai Commends Governor Sani Bello On Synergy Against

KADUNA STATE GOVERNOR, EL-RUFAI COMMENDS GOVERNOR SANI BELLO ON SYNERGY AGAINST BANDITRY

****ASSURES END OF BANDITRY SOON

Governor Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna State has commended his Niger State counterpart, Abubakar Sani Bello for sustaining close collaboration against banditry activities within the boundaries of the two states.

Governor El-Rufai, who was in Minna on a private visit to condole with the government and People of the state over the recent demise of some prominent citizens of the state, said the two states have been collaborating closely with each other and share common security platform where information and intelligence are exchanged to help in fighting the bandits.

"Fighting these bandits have remained a serious challenge to us. But I want to commend Governor Sani Bello and his team for the close collaboration enjoyed with Kaduna State. I think if we have similar collaboration with other states, may be things would have been better", he stated.

The Governor, however, expressed confidence that these banditry and other high-level criminal tendencies will soon come to an end with the renewed, sustained efforts by the security agencies in the affected states.

He acknowledged that Informants have played a major role in the unsuccessful attempt to completely eliminate the bandits and enjoined religious, traditional and community leaders to preach against their activities as well as the need for people to share intelligence discreetly with government about these informants so that the security agents can deal with them.

"I think this is where our National and State Legislators, Local Government Chairmen and Councillors, traditional and community leaders, who are closer to the people, can be of great help to the security architecture if they discreetly share intelligence with the government", he added.

Governor El-Rufai noted that the problem of insurgency and banditry have been around for a while, and that Governor Abubakar Sani Bello and himself have, for more than two years, presented what they felt was the solution to the problem of insurgency and banditry in their respective states.

He advised the newly appointed Service Chiefs to look at what has been recommended and what has been started by their predecessors and sustain them adding that, in the last few months, the Nigeria Army, Air force and other security agencies have been very proactive in fighting banditry.

"So, what the new Service Chiefs need to do is to build on the existing foundations and do better. Whenever you have new people, they come with renewed vigour and the focus to make a difference. So, we hope that things will be even better", he said.

Governor El-Rufai explained that, although many people may be quick to criticize the outgoing service Chiefs, "those of us that deal with them directly, those of us that have to call them at 1:00am to say that their are bandits in this area and a plane takes-off in fifteen minutes to go to that area, know that they also worked very hard and they were not sleeping".

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello on his part assured that government will not rest on it oars at ensuring that the fight against banditry is brought an an end
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Abosede
Just In After 12 Years Of Marriage They Welcome Their Set Of Twin
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After remaining childless for 12 years, a Nigerian army colonel and his wife have reportedly welcomed a set of twins.

There is jubilation as an officer of the Nigerian Army who recently welcomed a set of twins with his wife after waiting for a really long time.

The Nigerian soldier reportedly remained childless for as many as 12 years, but now has reasons to smile.

Reports show that the soldier’s name is Colonel Victor Beryo and he and wife are currently overjoyed and full of gratitude to God.

The army colonel was pictured in an elated state while proudly carrying his twin babies. He and his wife are seen in another, happily holding on to each other.

Family and friends have begun to pour in Congratulatory messages from all quarters.


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President Muhammadu Buhari Is Yet To Appoint A New IGP.
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However, he still remains in office at the time of filing this report as President Muhammadu Buhari is yet to appoint a new IGP.


Nigeria's current IGP, Mohammed Adamu, and some of his predecessors. Photo credit: Nigeria Police Force, Igp Suleiman Abba
As Nigerians wait for the president's appointment of a new police boss, Legit.ng lists in the piece all the IGPs Nigeria has had since the 1960s.

1964 to 1999

1. IGP Louis Edet (1964-1966)

2. IGP Kam Salem (1966-1975)

3. IGP Muhammadu Dikko Yusufu (1975-1979)

4. IGP Adamu Suleiman (1979–1981)

5. IGP Sunday Adewusi (1981–1983)

6. IGP Etim Inyang (1985–1986)

7. IGP Muhammadu Gambo-Jimeta (1986–1990)

8. IGP Aliyu Atta (1990–1993)

9. IGP Ibrahim Coomassie (1993–1999)

2000 to 2010

10. IGP Musiliu Smith (1999–2002)

11. IGP Mustafa Adebayo Balogun (2002 – 2005)

12. IGP Sunday Ehindero (2005–2007)

13. IGP Mike Mbama Okiro (2007–2009)

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14. IGP Ogbonna Okechukwu Onovo (2009 - 2010)

2010 till date

15. IGP Hafiz Ringim (2010 - 2012)

16. IGP Mohammed DIKKO Abubarkar (2012 - 2014)

17. IGP Suleiman Abba (2014 -2015)

18. IGP Solomon E. Arase (2015 - 2016)

19. IGP Ibrahim Kpotun Idris (2016-2019)

20. IGP Mohammed Abubakar Adamu (2019-Till Date)

Meanwhile, a new report has highlighted some senior police officers who may be considered for the top job as IGP Adamu is set to bow out.

One of the senior officers is Moses Ambakina Jitoboh, as Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) in charge of border patrol.

It is gathered that Jitoboh's candidacy is being pushed by some influential persons, including former President Goodluck Jonathan. The AIG hails from Bayelsa state.

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My 21 Motivating Words
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Motivation is life changing.  Your life is changing every day. What happens today, you wouldn’t have imagined a few months ago. What would tomorrow bring? You might only find out tomorrow.

Change is either changing for the better or it is slowly changing for the worse.

 â€œChange happens in an instant.  It happens the moment you decide to change.”
Motivation is derived from the verb “motivate,” which means “move.” It is the burning desire that compels you to take action. It is so deeply intertwined with what you believe to be true and right in life that it moves you from a simple desire to a moment of decision. Have you ever watched a working dog? The only motivation is YOU.

You are going to be different tomorrow.  Stop feeling stuck.  When you decide to be different, you will find motivation seeping into thoughts and into your actions. Motivation causes you to take action, it becomes an inner drive fueling you forward.
We all believe something.  When was the last time you asked yourself, “What do I believe? What role does faith play in my life? Why was I placed on this earth? What is my purpose in life?”

Remembering that motivation is a verb meaning to “move” or take “action.” Family, friends, co-workers and the people all around us are key motivators for how we act. Surround yourself with great people and you will surround yourself with great motivation.

1. Goals

It should be no surprise that goals motivate us and inspire us.  The most powerful goals are self-directed goals.  Self-directed internal goals.  They include understanding your priorities and purpose in life, knowing what you believe to be most important and using those goals as a daily guide for how you will choose to live your life.

2. New

Choosing to learn something new every day will give you a reason to grown and change.  This could be something as simple as driving to work via a different route or signing up for guitar lessons.

3. Challenge

Challenges are frequently seen as some sort of contest like the final four during March Madness.  Challenges draw out the best in us.  A simple challenge might be to decide to go to bed fifteen minutes earlier for thirty days to see if it improved your daily productivity.

4. Truth

Truth does not waver.  Something either is true or it is not.  Truth provides a firm foundation to stand on.  Truth strengthens, encourages, and will guide you correctly.

5. Determination

You’ve met them.  Those rare individuals who are determined to continue regardless of how difficult the circumstances.  Determination literally means you are willing to put a “stake” in the ground.  It is not a casual choice.  There are very few things humans will determine to mark as permanent placeholders for their beliefs.

6. Laughter

Laughter heals the soul.  Why is it that children laugh hundreds of times a day and adults laugh only _____ times.   Laughter occurs when something unexpected happens that causes your brain to emit a signal to your lungs to expel short burst of air causing you to make audible noises that are a signal of joy all across the world.


7. Perseverance

Perseverance reminds me of a road or a bridge – a specific course or path we all walk down.  When you feel hopeless and lost, that is when perseverance counts the most.  Perseverance is consciously choosing to stay on your path even in the midst of incredible difficulties.

8. Freedom

Having a sense of control or autonomy over your time and your actions is a powerful motivator.  Freedom liberates you to dream and imagine and create.  Freedom of stress is one of the most sought after psychological goals.

9. Tenacity

Tenacity is a word originating with the meaning of adhesiveness.  There are frequent times you will find you need to “stick together”.  Tenacity never gives up.  It never lets go. Willpower lives in the core of your being.  Willpower moves you, motivates you and causes you to take action for good or for bad. This inner drive is the control center for many of the decisions you will choose to make moment to moment.


10. Faithful

Faithfulness is a rare quality in today’s world.  It is choosing to remain reliable, trusted and constant.  It carries a sense of attachment and devotion to people, causes, organizations and beliefs.  Faithfulness is a foundational motivator.

11. Endurance

This word literally means to have the ability to endure suffering over long periods of time.  Grit is stone broken down, but it is still stone.  It speaks to the indomitable toughness it can take to push through life’s most difficult trials.  Endurance when accepted can build character, patience, wisdom, empathy and compassion.

12. Novel

Novelty is also one of the most unexpected motivators.  When you experience something for the very first time or you see something you have never seen before you may find yourself swept away with emotion.  The birth of a child.  An unexpected gift.  A surprise ending to a difficult moment in life.

13. Tragedy

Life is full of heartache and indescribable pain.  War, illness, death, divorce, financial problems, and injustice.  Tragedy regardless of the pain is full of opportunities to learn and grow and find renewal and hope.  Tragedy shows you are never alone.


14. Learning

Any gap in understanding will motivate you to want to fill that knowledge gap.  If you want to know more about leadership – read books by great leaders.  To learn how to train a dog – hire a dog trainer and take lessons.  The incremental acquirement of new knowledge becomes a self-motivating driver.

15. Anticipation

The act of looking forward to something important happening in your life.   When you are just given a glimpse of a future success or opportunity the anticipation releases an incredibly powerful chemical called dopamine into your system.  Everything you have ever wanted in your life you were first motivated to strive for attaining it because you anticipated the feeling of importance it would mean to you.  Dopamine is the brain chemical of anticipation.

16. Courage

Lt. Col. (retired) Dave Grossman shared a single quote of where the bravery of being an Army Ranger came from for him.  He said, “Courage is just being willing to take one more step.” Sometimes the only motivation you need is to take just one more step.

17. Hope

When used as a noun hope only a feeling, but when used as a verb hope becomes the focal point of your motivation.  Sometimes in life all you have is hope.  And, in those moments hope will be more than enough.

18. Time

Time is not merely a framework for how the minutes, hours and days pass by – each day is like having a blank canvas sitting in an art room filled with unlimited options.  Improving your motivation through improving your time management will require you to reduce the number of choices you have to let into your life.  You will find simplicity and peace in narrowing your focus and increasing your energy and attention only on accomplishing the tasks that bring motivation and meaning in your life.

19. Love

The foundation of life is love..  There is no way to create a life of meaning without love.  There is no motivation, no reason to move or change or engage in life without love.  The foundation of motivation is love.

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20. Brain

The prefrontal cortex is the thinking part of the brain. This is where life happens! In this space just behind your forehead, ideas are created, thoughts are pondered, imagination grows (or dies), judgments are made. This part of the brain is highly specialized in humans; this is where you define meaning, plan for the future, and imagine. Your values, priorities, purpose, goals, drive, learning, love, and hope all live here.  Motivation is a decision.

21. Attention

You experience the depths of motivation when your attention focused so intently on completing a task or a project or a hobby that challenges you to such a point that time stands still.  When you are in that moment – swept away from stress and worry – concentrating with full attention – you don’t need motivation – you are experiencing motivitation.  At that moment you are motivated.  You are in the process of taking action.  And, in those amazing moments you realize the life-changing power of motivation.  You understand the difference between existing and thriving.  And, in that moment – life oozes out of you.  And, motivation is contagious.



22. Time Management

Your personal time management skills affect the levels of motivation you experience in life.  Dr. JoAnn Dahlkoetter is a sports psychology expert and coach to Olympic athletes, as well as being a world-class athlete in her own right. She says, “It starts with a dream; motivation comes from within.  It has to be an inner desire, an inner fire, a willingness to achieve something you are passionate about.”

Far too many people only focus on the hard parts of life that motivation can guide us through.  By improving your time management you can create daily blocks of time to focus your time and attention on the part’s of life that motivate you.

Action Steps:

Assess your current schedule
Determine which activities motivate you and which activities drain you of energy
Take time to think about what you really want out of life (preferably away from work or home)
Clarify what you want in life by writing down personal or professional goals
Create a plan of action – prioritize or sequence the individual action steps you need to take to accomplish your new goals
Use a pen and paper to schedule when you will take these actions.
Then take action.
Remember “motivation” comes from the word “motive” which means to “move” – or to take “action.”*
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Odion Ighalo Set To Complete Transfer To Al-Shabab Of Saudi Arabia
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Transfer: Ighalo set to complete Saudi move
Ighalo is expected to sign a two-and-half-year deal if he passes his medicals.
Former Super Eagles striker Odion Ighalo arrived in Saudi Arabia on Monday ahead of his scheduled signing for Al-Shabab, one of the top clubs in the Middle East.
Multiple reports indicate Al-Shabab agreed to sign the former Manchester United loanee from Shanghai Shenhua; adding that the 31-year-old should be unveiled on or before Thursday once he passes his mandatory medicals.
The Nigerian star is expected to sign a two-and-a-half-year deal if he passes his medicals. Though the European window closed by 11 p.m. on Monday, February 1, the transfer window in Saudi Arabia runs until February 7. Ighalo was said to be earning about $250,000 per week at Manchester United and reports claim he will earn much more in the move to Al-Shabab.
Before settling for Al-Shabab, Ighalo had been linked with potential moves to Dubai, the English Premier League and the MLS but a switch to the Middle East appears to be the most lucrative for the 31-year-old.
Interestingly, one of Nigeria’s greatest ever strikers, the late Rashidi Yekini also played for Al-Shabab in 1999. It is not surprising fans of the club are upbeat and counting down to welcoming another trusted goal poacher from the most populous black country in the world.
This was the last Nigerian player in alshbab in the 90’s “ Rashidi Yekini “ .. we trust that you will be better than him and we are waiting for you “ LEGEND IGHALO “ ������ pic.twitter.com/DrPWKJw6fX
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Ighalo’s impending move to Saudi Arabia comes just days after his loan spell at Old Trafford came to an end, where he penned a heartfelt farewell to the fans.
The boyhood United fan said in a tweet: “It’s so hard to see this dream come to an end.
“But I give God the glory for helping me fulfil this lifelong dream of putting on a Manchester United shirt as a player and represent this great club, it was indeed an honour I will forever cherish and be grateful for.
“To the manager, I say thank you for trusting and believing in me when many did not. To my amazing team-mate, I will miss you guys, it was always fun… and I pray we win the league and FA Cup this year.
“To the best fans in the world (the Manchester United fans) we have missed you, but we hear your voices cheering us on from afar, we can’t wait to have you all back in the stands. ‘I’m still and will remain a Manchester United fan forever. Once a Red, always a Red. Thank you Manchester United and God bless.”
Ighalo scored five goals across 23 appearances in all competitions for United during his stint with the Red Devils.
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Trending News In Nigeria This Afternoon (02/02/2021)
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Buhari, Moroccan King discuss strategic development projects
President Muhammadu Buhari and Moroccan leader, King Mohammed VI have agreed to participate in joint efforts towards realization of strategic development projects that include Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline and a fertilizer production plant.

Malam Garba Shehu, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, confirmed this development in a statement in Abuja on Monday.

Five killed in Kaduna communities, NAF pounds bandits’ hideout
Bandits have killed five persons in separate attacks in the Giwa and Zango-Kataf local government areas of Kaduna, while three persons were injured.

The Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Mr Samuel Aruwa, in a statement, on Monday said bandits raided local joints in Wawan Rafi village, in the Zango-Kataf LGA, during which the killed one John Isah, injuring three other persons – Fidelix Jacob, Abraham Isah and Philemon Adamu.

17 bandits held for kidnapping 23 in Taraba
Special Adviser on Security to Benue State Governor Lt. Col. Paul Hemba (Retd) on Monday said 17 bandits have been taken into custody over the kidnap of 23 persons in Taraba State.

The Nation gathered that on January 27, 2021, some criminal elements linked to the late Terwase Akwaza, popular called Gana kidnapped 23 persons along Wukari-Takum Road.

FG to Establish Power Training Centre in Taraba

The federal government said that it has concluded plans to establish a regional power training centre in Gembu, Taraba state to assist in the development of manpower in the sector.

Minister of Power, Mr Saleh Mamman, who spoke during the inauguration of the project on erosion and ecological challenges in Taraba, also stated that the multi-billion dollar mambilla project will soon take off.

FG to Concession 12 Roads Under New Highway Initiative

The Minister of Works and Housing, Mr. Babatunde Fashola, has said with the receipt of certificate of compliance, the federal government is now set to officially commence the procurement process for concessioning of 12 roads under the Highway Development and Management Initiative (HDMI).

The roads are Benin-Asaba (125km), Abuja-Lokoja (193km), Kano-Katsina (150km), Onitsha-Owerri-Aba (161km), Shagamu-Benin (258km), Abuja-Keffi-Akwanga (122km), Kano-Shuari (100km), Potiskum-Damaturu (96.24km), Lokoja-Benin (270km), Enugu-Port Harcourt (200km), Ilorin-Jebba (129km), Lagos-Otta-Abeokuta (80km), and Lagos-Badagry-Seme (79km).

Ogun Goverment Denies Sunday Igboho.

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Governor Dapo Abiodun-led government has denied the report that it reached out to Yoruba activist, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho to end herdsmen killings.

Naija News had earlier reported that Igboho stormed Abeokuta, Ogun State capital on Monday, declaring war on killer herdsmen in the State.

Recall that soldiers accompanied herdsmen to villages and communities in Ketu where they flogged indigenes for not allowing herdsmen graze on their farmland.

Buhari mourns.

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President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed grief at the passing of his longtime ally, friend, political loyalist and former Minister of Information and Culture, Prince Tony Momoh.


Reacting to the passage, Buhari said Momoh stood with him through thick and thin, adding: “His brand of loyalty is very rare in the politics of today. I will greatly miss him.”

The President recalled that as chairman, Media and Publicity of the All Nigeria People’s Party (ANPP) Campaign Organisation in the 2003 and 2007 elections as well as Chairman of the Congress for Progressive Change (CPC), the late Auchi Prince contributed in no small measure to the growth and strengthening of the organizations, leading to the eventual formation of the All Progressives Congress (APC).


Buhari commiserated with the media industry on the loss of a veteran who put in a lot to raise the bar of the profession in various ways as editor, manager, administrator, President and Trustee of the Guild of Editors, urging them to sustain his legacies.

While also condoling with the Auchi Kingdom, the government and people of Edo State on this great loss, the President prayed that God will grant the departed eternal rest and comfort family, friends and political associates in this period of grief.

Senate President.

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The President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has joined the family, friends and political associates of a former Minister of Information, Prince Tony Momoh, to mourn his death.

Lawan, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Ola Awoniyi, condoled with the government and people of Edo State and the All Progressives Congress(APC), where he was a highly respected leader, on the loss.

He also prayed for divine comfort for his loved ones and for sweet repose of his gentle soul.

PTF Sends Strong Message To Nigerians.

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The Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 has declared Kogi a high-risk state for refusing to acknowledge the existence of the disease.

The PTF also said that the Kogi government had failed to report testing, lacked isolation centers and therefore warned Nigerians to be weary of visiting the state.

It said having analysed the pandemic in the country, 22 high burdened Local Government Areas within 13 states in the country had been identified.

The National Incident Manager (NIM) of the PTF COVID-19 pandemic, Dr Mukhtar Muhammad, said this on Monday in Abuja, during the PTF briefing on COVID-19.

Bandits Attacks Again.

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Bandits have killed five persons in separate attacks in the Giwa and Zango-Kataf local government areas of Kaduna, while three persons were injured.

The Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Mr Samuel Aruwa, in a statement, on Monday said bandits raided local joints in Wawan Rafi village, in the Zango-Kataf LGA, during which the killed one John Isah, injuring three other persons – Fidelix Jacob, Abraham Isah and Philemon Adamu.

Aruwan also said security operatives recovered two AK-47 rifles with over 40 rounds of ammunition from two persons in the area.

He added that some restive youths, however, protested against the arrest of the two, thereby aiding their escape.

The statement also said scores of bandits were neutralised by the Air Component of Operation Thunder Strike in four local government areas of Birnin Gwari, Giwa, Igabi and Chikun.

According to the commissioner, scores of villagers including women and children were kidnapped by the bandits.

Aruwan said the security operatives told the government that the bandits attacked Garawa village of Fatika District, Giwa LGA, killing one Alhaju Saadu, while some citizens were kidnapped.

He added that the bandits raided Doka village and abducted some residents.

Nigeria Offers To Help Mozambique Fight Terrorism.

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Nigeria has offered to support Mozambique in its fight against Islamist insurgents in the gas-rich northern province of Cabo Delgado.

More than 2,000 people have been killed and more than 500,000 others displaced in the violence, according to the International Committee of the Red Cross.

Nigeria's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama, visited Mozambique over the weekend and met Prime Minister Carlos Agostinho do Rosário, the BBC reported on Monday.

Mr Onyeama said Nigeria was ready to share its experience of fighting Islamist militants and provide support to Mozambique.

But observers will question whether it's best placed to offer advice, given the continued insecurity in Nigeria.
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