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FG reaffirms commitment to improve security situation in Nigeria

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4 years ago

November 10, 2021

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its determination and commitment to improve the security of all citizens in the country with a view to reducing the current security challenges bedeviling the nation.

The Director of Press, Ministry of Interior, Mrs Blessing Lere-Adams, disclosed this in a statement in Abuja on Tuesday.

According to her, the Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, made the disclosure at the inauguration of the committee to study the Recommendations and Implementation Strategies on Strengthening Internal Security Framework and Community Policing in Nigeria.

Aregbesola noted the journey to the event began with the Senior Executive Course (SEC) 40,2018 of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), on Strengthening Internal Security Framework and Community Policing in Nigeria.

According to him, consequently, the committee observed that the absence of a National Security Policy and Strategy document and a Monitoring and Evaluation Framework on internal security has negatively affected the operations of the internal security agencies in the country.

He said that this therefore, necessitated the directive of President Muhammadu Buhari to approve an Inter-Ministerial Committee with all relevant stakeholders on Internal Security to be put in place.

The minister noted further that one of the nine priority areas of the present administration was to improve governance and provide security for all citizens.

“Therefore, it calls for all seriousness to provide the needed apparatus and security architecture to fight insecurity in the country,” he said.

The committee inaugurated has seven sub-Committees and their Terms of Reference (TOR).

These seven sub- committees include the Committee to develop internal security policy and strategy with Aregbesola as Chairman.

Also included is committee to Develop Mechanism for effective Synergy and Coordination among internal security agencies and Adopt Community Policing as a National Strategy with the Police Affairs Minister as Chairman.

They also included committee to develop comprehensive Monitoring and Evaluation Framework for internal security operatives with the Permanent Secretary of Interior as Chairman.

Also included is committee on the Application of Appropriate Science , Technology and Innovation for Strengthening internal security management, including Forensic Satellite Imagery, Drones, CCTVs with the representative of the Federal Ministry of Science and Technology Innovation as Chairman.

Others are committee on the Establishment of Internal Service Trust Fund with Permanent Secretary Ministry of Police Affairs as Chairman.

Committee on the Appropriate Devolution of Control of Resources along the chains of Command of Internal Security Agency with the Director-General, National Drug Law and Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) as Chairman.

Among them is also committee to Innovate Funding Mechanism for upgrading Equipment Holdings of Internal Security agencies and for providing needed Equipment for Security agencies with I-G, as Chairman.

“I do not need to reiterate the seriousness of this assignment, providing security for lives and property of the citizens is the primary responsibility of Government.

“This is a mission on which we cannot afford to fail.

“Three things are clear in your mandates, the first is, there must be a new and effective strategy thinking that should be at least two steps ahead of these current challenges.

“Especially, the recent incidences at the correctional facilities which are no longer internal insurrection by inmates but mass armed invasion from outside,” he said.

According to him, new strategy therefore, must emerge to tackle these new challenges.

“Secondly, is the issue of galvanising resources, human, financial and technology .The third concern is community policing.

“The people are the primary agents in their security, nevertheless , they must be socialised and well organised along that line-with the people in the first line of Defence.

“Therefore, if people are organised for their own security, it makes the work of security agencies easier,” he said.

Earlier, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr Shuaib Belgore, expressed his appreciation to the minister and the Executive Course (SEC) 40,2018 of NIPSS, for the report and documents on Monitoring and Evaluation Framework on Internal Security.

This, he noted, prompted the President to approve the Inter-Ministerial Committee.

Also, the Director, Planning Research and Statistics, Mr Ayuba Kabir, thanked all members that attended the inauguration and appreciated the Minister and the Permanent Secretary for ensuring a successful inauguration

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Daughters of Dr. Charles Ononiwu, Chiamanda and Chiamaka, Launch Debut Books to Uplift Hearts Facing Life’s Struggles

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4 weeks ago

October 10, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

At just 18 and 20 years old, Chiamanda and Chiamaka Ononiwu — daughters of renowned Nigerian surgeon Dr. Charles Ononiwu — have achieved a remarkable milestone with the release of their debut inspirational books, Do Not Be Afraid and Waterfalls.

Their literary journey began six years ago, during the height of the global COVID-19 pandemic. While the world was engulfed in fear and uncertainty, the then 13- and 15-year-old sisters turned inward, using writing as an outlet to process their emotions, express their faith, and reach out to others with messages of hope and resilience.

What began as a quiet act of creativity blossomed into two powerful books that now serve as beacons of light for readers navigating life’s storms.

Eighteen-year-old Chiamanda Ononiwu is the author of Do Not Be Afraid. A passionate Electrical Engineering student , she is also a proud alumna of Intellichild TLC and Valedictorian of Great Blessings School, Class of 2022.

In her book, she addresses the emotional challenges many young people face and draws from her personal faith to offer guidance and encouragement.

Her elder sister, Chiamaka Ononiwu, 20, is a final-year medical student at Babcock University in Nigeria. She penned Waterfalls, a heartfelt and deeply spiritual work she describes as divinely inspired. Chiamaka views her writing as a calling — a mission to uplift souls and bring hope to those struggling with life’s challenges.

“Personally, I would say it all started with the idea of inclusion, inspired by real human experiences,” Chiamaka shared. “We’ve had conversations with people who’ve gone through difficult situations — including issues and those stories helped shape what I write today.”

She added, “It’s all about encouraging people to face life with faith. We began this journey during a dark time in the world, and I felt called to create something that could offer comfort and hope — not just locally, but globally.”

The official book launch and signing ceremony took place on Wednesday in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, and was attended by family, friends, colleagues, and well-wishers. It was a celebration of creativity, faith, and youthful brilliance, as the sisters presented their work to an inspired audience.

Speaking at the event, Chiamaka emphasized the core message of her book: “Waterfalls reminds readers that God is always watching over His people. He doesn’t bring fear — He brings peace, hope, and love. I want readers to find comfort and assurance in that truth.”

For Chiamanda, her book is a message to young people who may feel overwhelmed by life’s pressures: “Do Not Be Afraid is especially for youth navigating difficult times. No matter how hard life gets, you can always find strength and direction in God’s word.”

Writing came naturally to both sisters. Chiamaka recalled, “Even as a child, I loved writing short stories for my siblings. When the opportunity came to publish, I knew it was time to share my message with a wider audience.”

Despite their demanding academic paths, both young women balanced their studies with writing through perseverance and faith.

Chiamanda and Chiamaka are united by a shared dream — to inspire people across the world with their writing.

Chiamaka expressed Further; “Our biggest hope is that these books will reach people who need to know that God is real, that He’s always with them, and that through Him, anything is possible,” Chiamaka said.

With Do Not Be Afraid and Waterfalls, the Ononiwu sisters have not only created literary works — they’ve created lifelines. Their voices, grounded in faith and driven by purpose, remind readers everywhere that even in the darkest moments, God’s light never fades.

Their father, Dr. Charles Ononiwu — a distinguished surgeon and deeply devoted parent — also spoke at the event, sharing the journey from his perspective.

“For me, my number one priority has always been to care for children — not just medically, but also by encouraging them academically and in the basics of life,” he said.

He recounted a moving moment with Chiamanda, who approached him with the idea of sharing her story publicly to inspire others.

“She came to me and said she wanted to talk to her peers, to share how she had been comforted, and to help them see that everything would be okay,” he recalled. “As a father, my role was to guide her. I support both of them, help activate their strengths, and provide direction.”

Dr. Ononiwu made the decision to fund the publication of their books himself, believing in the power of their message.

“I told them, ‘You have something the world needs. You can make an impact in the lives of others,’” he said. “I believe every child has a gift. It is our responsibility as parents not to dismiss them, but to help them discover and nurture their talents.”

He encouraged all parents to support their children’s creative pursuits, noting, “Every person has something special inside them — no one is without talent. It’s just a matter of looking inward, discovering that gift, and sharing it with the world.”

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