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NiDCOM Rescues 13 Trafficked Nigerian Girls

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3 months ago

November 15, 2024

By Faith Adama

In a fight against human trafficking, the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has rescued 13 trafficked Nigerian girls from Ghana, bringing the total number of repatriated victims since July 2024 to 163.

The girls, aged 19 to 30, were lured to Ghana with false promises of employment but found themselves trapped in exploitative conditions.

The rescue was made possible through a collaborative effort involving NiDCOM, the Ghanaian Anti-Human Trafficking Police, Rescue Live Foundation International, and NIDO Ghana.

NiDCOM Chairman/CEO, Abike Dabiri-Erewa commended the teamwork behind the rescue operation and expressed gratitude to First Lady Senator, Oluremi Tinubu and Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru for their pivotal roles in facilitating the victims’ return.

She emphasized that protecting Nigerians abroad aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, aimed at combating human trafficking and safeguarding citizens’ rights.

The girls, hailing from states including Ebonyi, Benue, Kaduna, and Rivers, voluntarily surrendered after learning of previous rescue missions in Ghana.

Temporary shelter was provided by Rescue Live Foundation International before their safe repatriation.

Ebonyi State’s Senior Special Assistant, Valentine Uzo, assured that measures for proper rehabilitation and reintegration of the victims are underway, underscoring the importance of international collaboration in dismantling trafficking networks.

This successful operation highlights a steadfast commitment to ending human trafficking and restoring dignity to vulnerable Nigerians.

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Cross River Lawmakers Endorse Gov. Otu for 2027 Re-Election

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2 hours ago

February 12, 2025

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By Njoku Chijioke

The Southern caucus of the 10th Cross River House of Assembly has endorsed Governor Bassey Otu for re-election in 2027, citing his achievements in boosting internally generated revenue and governance reforms.

Led by Francis Asuquo (Odukpani constituency), the lawmakers urged residents to support Otu’s second term bid and called on other aspirants to step aside for the governor.

However, Richard Inoyo, a civil society leader, dismissed the endorsement, arguing that the caucus does not represent the people’s will.

Meanwhile, speculation is growing that Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong may challenge Otu in 2027, with his expanding free transport scheme seen as a strategic move.

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Kaduna Refinery Hits 60% Completion – NNPCL

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3 hours ago

February 12, 2025

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By Adenike Lawal

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), has announced that the Kaduna Refinery has reached over 60% mechanical completion, with operations expected to begin before the end of 2025.

NNPCL’s Executive Vice President, Downstream, Isiyaku Abdullahi, disclosed this during an engagement with Kannywood artists in Abuja, emphasizing the company’s commitment to completing the refinery and its pipelines using internal resources.

Abdullahi also highlighted ongoing progress at the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries, urging Nigerians to prepare for an upcoming NNPCL Initial Public Offering (IPO), as part of investment opportunities in the oil and gas sector.

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UNIZIK Probes Female Student’s Alleged Assault on Lecturer

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3 hours ago

February 12, 2025

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By Emmanuel Ogbodo

Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), has launched an investigation into a physical altercation between a female student and a lecturer, Dr. Chukwudi Okoye, at the Faculty of Arts.

The incident, which went viral on social media, reportedly started after the lecturer interrupted the student’s video recording, leading to a heated argument.

The student allegedly bit the lecturer multiple times and tore his clothes during the confrontation.

UNIZIK’s Acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Joseph Ikechebelu, assured the public of a fair and transparent probe, emphasizing the university’s commitment to discipline and decorum.