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Why We’ll Continue to Remove Illegal Settlements in Abuja – FCT
By Laide Akinboade, Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Tuesday explained why the administration will continue to clamp down on illegal settlements in Abuja
Director, Department of Security Services, Adamu Gwary, who disclosed this in Abuja while fielding questions from journalists, said no government would fold its arms and allow illegal settlements.
He added that most of these settlements harbour criminals that cannot be traced once they are in such settlements.
According to Gwary, “So even you can see the situation as it were at that time, you see the population. You will be sure that bad elements always find a circle in such an environment because it’s not a defined location where you can easily trace somebody.
“And as such, the FCT administration deems it necessary to ensure that measures are in place to ensure that we destabilize such settlements that are not recognized. Yes, they are citizens, but all are encouraged to live within a defined location where whatever you do, whatever you have, whatever you say, you can be located. And when you contribute something positively, you can equally be located.“So the removal of illegal settlements and the occupation of uncompleted buildings is a continual process by our security agencies. There is no way the government will fold its arms to leave things just because somebody claimed that he is a citizen and he has the right to stay where he wants. No, he has the right to stay where the law allowed him to do”.
He noted, “It has to be a registered location. But then you look at the entire area of that location, those of you that are with us, you know that all is not well. Taking into consideration the linear path of the rail facility from the Kukwaba station behind the National Stadium that moved towards the OCC, the main station at Idu, Kukwaba.
“So when you look at that, the entire stretch of that slum is by the rail side. The only thing dividing this is the wall, which they are even removing, which is not only right but a security threat to the operation of the rail facility. And they are the same people that are vandalizing the rail facilities, which recently the FCT administration provided streetlights for the entire stretch of the rail facilities.
“Yet the facility that is meant to illuminate the entire location is still being vandalized. So the elements that are vandalizing and quickly dashing back to such slums are all located. So the administration cannot and will never allow such a thing to exist for the benefit of safety and security of the FCT residents”.
Head, Internal Security, Sunday Olubiyi said the administration has concluded arrangements to fully enforce the ban on hawking around the office premises.
He said the administration has resolved to tighten up security surveillance in and around office premises, to forestall incidences of theft and other crimes.
He noted that the full enforcement will commence immediately by January next year.
The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) has attributed the recent decline in power supply across the South-East to low electricity frequency.
The Group Head, Corporate Communications, EEDC, Mr Emeka Ezeh, said in a statement on Tuesday in Enugu that the development was caused by gas constraints affecting the Generation Companies (GenCos).
“The development has necessitated the load shedding of available energy by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN).
“As a result, energy allocation to EEDC and daily service levels for customers served by its subsidiary companies – MainPower, TransPower, FirstPower, NewEra, and EastLand – have been impacted.
“Efforts are being made by key stakeholders in the electricity supply industry to address the challenge and restore normal power distribution,” he said.
Ezeh apologised for the inconvenience caused to customers, adding, “We appreciate the patience and understanding of electricity consumers across the South-East.”
Liverpool hero Didi Hamann believes Florian Wirtz made the wrong decision joining the Reds this summer.
Wirtz, a £100m summer signing from Bayer Leverkusen, has struggled to adapt to the Premier League and is yet to register a single goal after 16 games in the competition.
Speaking with Sky Deutschland, Hamann stated that the Germany international would have adapted easily to the Bundesliga if he had joined Bayern Munich instead of Liverpool this summer.
“Christmas is approaching and he still hasn’t scored a goal or decided a match. Football is played differently in the Premier League, and he’s had little to no impact there so far.
“Liverpool signed a player for €140 million hoping he could turn around a struggling team with one or two plays.
He still hasn’t done that, and why would he now in January?“When I watch him play, I sometimes get the feeling that he himself no longer believes in his potential. Wirtz made the wrong choice in the summer when he was faced with the choice between Liverpool and Bayern Munich.”
By David Torough, Abuja
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu (NAM), has charged 3,439 newly trained recruits of the Nigerian Army to uphold the highest standards of loyalty, discipline and professionalism as they formally joined the service.
The recruits, drawn from the 89 Regular Intake of the Nigerian Army, passed out on Saturday after completing six months of intensive military training at Depot Nigerian Army, Zaria.
Their formal induction was marked by a colourful Passing Out Parade, which showcased the skills, discipline and esprit de corps instilled during the training period.Addressing the recruits as the Special Guest of Honour and Reviewing Officer, Lieutenant General Shaibu described the parade as a testament to their dedication, perseverance and commitment to duty.
He said their successful completion of training reflected hard work, discipline and readiness to serve the nation.The COAS said the injection of additional manpower would further strengthen the Nigerian Army’s operational capacity at a time it continues to confront evolving domestic and transnational security threats. He noted that the new soldiers would play a critical role in sustaining the Army’s combat readiness across the country.
He reminded the recruits that they had been entrusted with the sacred responsibility of safeguarding Nigeria’s territorial integrity, urging them to serve with honour, courage and professionalism. According to him, their induction underscored the Army’s resolve to ensure the safety and security of all Nigerians.
Lieutenant General Shaibu commended Depot Nigerian Army for its historic role in producing professional soldiers since its establishment in 1924, describing the institution as the backbone of the Army’s training system. He assured that the depot would continue to receive strong support in logistics, training infrastructure and personnel welfare to maintain its high standards.
The COAS further urged the new soldiers to uphold discipline, integrity and respect for human rights in all their operations, stressing that these values form the foundation of professional soldiering. He reminded them of the Oath of Allegiance they took, warning against any conduct that could tarnish the image of the Nigerian Army or the nation.
He expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Emir of Zazzau, Mallam Ahmad Nuhu Bamalli, Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, and other security agencies for their support to the Nigerian Army. He also praised the Commandant, instructors and staff of Depot Nigerian Army for their dedication in training the recruits.
Lieutenant General Shaibu congratulated the newly inducted soldiers, their parents and guardians, and wished them safe, exemplary and fulfilling careers as they are deployed to various Army formations across the country.
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