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World Refugee Day: FG Reaffirms Commitment To Protecting Refugees And Displaced Persons
By Francis Wilfred
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its unflinching commitment to the protection, welfare, and empowerment of refugees, asylum seekers, and internally displaced persons (IDPs) in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda.The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, CON, made the disclosure in Abuja at the commemoration of World Refugee Day 2026, with the theme, “Until Everyone is Safe”. He highlighted the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to integrating humanitarian assistance with long-term development strategies.
SGF explained that government interventions are increasingly focused on creating sustainable pathways that will enable displaced persons to rebuild their lives and become self-reliant.” The Federal Government is deliberately shifting from palliatives to pathways by linking humanitarian response to development opportunities. We are committed to ensuring that displaced persons not only survive but thrive through access to livelihoods, agribusiness opportunities, education, and social protection programmes,” he stated.
Sen. Akume disclosed that Nigeria currently hosts over 100,000 refugees and asylum seekers, mainly from countries within the Lake Chad Basin region, while millions of Nigerians remain internally displaced due to various humanitarian crises. He noted that the Federal Government’s response is anchored on three key pillars: protection, livelihoods, and durable solutions, implemented through the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI).
The SGF emphasized that the growing challenges of climate-induced displacement, insecurity, and protracted conflicts across the globe underscore the continued relevance of the Convention and the need for stronger international cooperation. He stressed that refugees and internally displaced persons should be viewed not merely as victims of circumstance but as individuals with immense potential who deserve dignity, opportunity, and support.
The SGF further disclosed that efforts are underway to expand the National Social Register to capture more vulnerable persons, including displaced populations and host communities, in order to ensure data-driven, targeted, transparent, and dignified humanitarian assistance. He added that efforts are underway to expand the National Social Register to capture more vulnerable persons, including displaced populations and host communities, in order to ensure data-driven, targeted, transparent, and dignified humanitarian assistance.
In his keynote address, the Honourable Minister, Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr Bernard Doro commended the resilience and courage demonstrated by refugees around the world and reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to upholding international humanitarian principles and supporting vulnerable populations in line with global best practices. He also stressed that refugees must be given due attention to alleviate their plight, calling on governments, development partners, humanitarian agencies, and host communities to strengthen efforts aimed at providing protection, durable solutions, and opportunities for self-reliance.
In his opening remarks, the Federal Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI), Hon. Aliyu Tijani Ahmed emphasized that solidarity must extend beyond expressions of sympathy to practical commitments that safeguard the rights and dignity of vulnerable populations. Protection, he noted, includes access to quality education, healthcare services, decent shelter, legal identity, social services and opportunities for meaningful participation in society.
By Jabiru Hassan
The Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State, has appointed AIG Auwal Musa Muhammad as its 25th Commandant. Muhammad formally assumed office at a ceremony held at the Muhammadu Buhari Parade Ground, attended by senior academy officers, invited guests and representatives of host communities.
In his address, the new commandant pledged to contribute to the development of the institution and prioritise the welfare of staff and students, environmental safety and stronger relations with surrounding communities.
Muhammad said his administration would work to maintain the academy’s reputation and strengthen its capacity to produce competent and professional police officers. “I am here to contribute my quota towards the progress of Police Academy Wudil and ensure that the institution’s good image remains impressive,” he said.
He also assured the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, of his commitment to fulfilling the responsibilities assigned to him and improving the learning environment at the academy.
The commandant urged staff to remain dedicated and diligent, saying their collective efforts would contribute to improved academic and professional standards. He commended his predecessors for their contributions to the development of the institution.
During an interactive session with senior academy officials, Muhammad urged them to uphold discipline, integrity and unity while working to strengthen academic excellence. He thanked staff and others who contributed to the smooth transition and pledged to promote collaboration in achieving the academy’s objectives.
By Jabiru Hassan
Farmers from different parts of Nigeria have expressed support for the leadership of Muhammad Magaji Gettado as National President of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN).
The farmers, in a joint statement, passed a vote of confidence in Gettado, saying his leadership had contributed to efforts aimed at improving the agricultural sector and making farming more sustainable and profitable. The statement was signed by Alhaji Sulaiman Umar of Gombe State and Malam Abdullahi Mai Nasara of Katsina.
The farmers described AFAN as a platform for promoting unity among farmers and representing their interests in engagements with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and other relevant agencies.They said Gettado’s leadership style had strengthened cooperation among members and promoted greater participation across different categories of farmers.
According to the farmers, his background in agricultural development had informed his approach to addressing challenges facing the sector. They also commended previous AFAN leaders for their contributions to agricultural development and said continuity in efforts to improve farmers’ welfare remained important.
Farmers from the six geopolitical zones also expressed their support for Gettado, pledging to work together to promote food production, economic development and opportunities for farmers.They called for continued collaboration among farmers, government institutions and other stakeholders to address challenges affecting agricultural productivity.
From Noah Ocheni, Lokoja
The Kogi State Government has commended the Henry Adetayo Foundation for reconstructing Community Secondary School, Oke Agi, in Mopamuro Local Government Area, and urged more private organisations to support education infrastructure.
The Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, gave the commendation on Wednesday during an inspection of the reconstructed school.Fanwo described the project, led by Engr. Adebayo Mike Arayegbemi, as a significant investment in the educational development of the community.
He said the state government was allocating more than 30 per cent of its expenditure to education but could not meet every infrastructure need without support from private individuals and organisations.
Fanwo said the government would consider integrating the school into the state’s public education system and directed the Ministry of Education to assess the possibility of taking over its management.
The reconstructed facility comprises nine classroom blocks, four administrative offices, laboratories, a library, a computer laboratory and a hall for external examinations. It also has a solar power installation designed to provide electricity to the school. Fanwo announced a N1.75 million support package in scholarships and communication gadgets for students of the school.
The Danayangun of Oke Agi, HRH Oba Joshua Are, thanked the foundation for the project, which he said was about 99 per cent complete. The school is expected to be officially commissioned later in the year.
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