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Peaceful Co-Existence Between Nigeria Neighbors Our Priority-DG National Boundary Commission
…As FG Constructs 739 Intermediate Pillars On Nigeria -Niger Boundary
… Resolves 15 interstate boundary disputes
Joel Ajayi
The National Boundary Commission has revealed that the promotion of peaceful co-existence between Nigeria and her proximate neighbors as well as cross-border cooperation and regional integration remain the priority of the commission.
To this end, NBC said that 739 intermediate pillars have been constructed so far along the Nigeria-Niger boundary as it resolves 15 interstate boundary disputes in 2023
The Director General of the National Boundary Commission Adamu Adaji stated this on Wednesday in Abuja, during a Press Briefing/Media Parley to mark the end of the year, where he highlighted huge achievements record in the outgoing year.
According to him, the modest achievements of the year 2023 were however achieved notwithstanding challenges that included uncooperative attitudes of some border communities, lack of proper sensitization, misconception of the essence of boundaries, negative influences of elites, limited resources.”
“Our business is the management of Nigeria’s boundaries that include the internal boundaries between communities, between the local government areas, and between the states and the FCT.
“Our works also include the international land and maritime boundaries of Nigeria with our proximate neighbors.
“Our strategy concerning the internal boundaries is focused on dispute prevention, dispute resolution, boundary definition, and trans-border relation maintenance.
“These we pursue vigorously through searches for delimitation records, joint meetings of the states and the Commission officials, joint field investigations, physical tracing, and provisional demarcation on the ground.”
While highlighting the success recorded in 2023, the Director General said: The Commission, conducted field investigations and demarcation of seven interstate boundaries, including boundaries of the Federal Capital Territory with its neighbors.
“NBC provided some infrastructural facilities, such as market stalls and motorized boreholes along corridors of some interstate boundaries to promote trans-border cooperation and integration for peaceful coexistence.
“Also, a total of 2,214 pillars have so far been placed along the boundary in a series of contracts awarded as Lots with the last one concluded in 2022 as Lot 7.
“The commission conducted a sensitization campaign along the Borno State Sector, preparatory to the execution of Lot 8 contract expected to commence in February 2024.”
“So, far, a total of 128 main pillars out of the 148 inherited pillars have been reconstructed along the axis.”
Another achievement in the outgoing year, according to the DG, is the deposition of the African Union Convention on Cross-Border Cooperation at the African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Also, the Disputes Resolution Commission achieved significant results in resolving 15 interstate boundary disputes in 2023.
The commission equally constructed 739 Intermediate Pillars On Nigeria -Niger Boundary.
He identified some of the challenges as the uncooperative attitudes of some border communities, lack of proper sensitization, misconception of the essence of boundaries, negative influences of elites, and limited resources, among others.
However, DG thanked the media for their positive reportage of the commission and urged them to disseminate information that encourages unity in border communities and boundary matters: “We will continue to engage the media as one of our major stakeholders and seek your cooperation for accuracy in your reportage.”
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Nasarawa Gov. commends women title holders for humanitarian commitment
The Governor of Nasarawa State, Alhaji Abdullahi Sule, has commended the Association of Women Traditional Title Holders in Nigeria (AWTTHN) for its readiness to collaborate and carry out humanitarian activities.
He lauded the association’s commitment to improving the country through various initiatives.
Sule expressed his appreciation during his remarks at the inauguration of the newly elected executives of AWTTHN and the inauguration of their endowment fund-raising on Saturday in Abuja.
He was represented by the Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Mrs Margaret Elayo.
The new executives of AWTTHN include Hajia Zainab Jibril (Sarauniyar Loko) as President, Mrs Costy Princess (Bass Henshaw Eyo) as Vice President, and Princess Nikky Onyeri (Neledi of Royal Kingdom of Lesotho Egoigwe II of Ajalli) as General Secretary.
Other key members include Mrs Obonganwan Eshiet (Apostle of Peace) as Organising Secretary, Hajia Maimuna Ahmed as Legal Adviser, Dr Amina Danmummuni (Sarauniyar FESTAC) as Treasurer, and Hajia Hafsat Bima (Waziriyar Yalmatu) as Financial Secretary.
Hajia Jawahir Taura (Garkuwar Taura) serves as Public Relations Officer, while Hajia Alawiyya Abba (Zinatriyar Son) is Assistant Secretary, and Mrs Amina Abba (Giwa Yeriman Daura) is the Marshal.
Sule, in his address, lauded the crucial role women traditional title holders had played throughout Nigeria’s history, especially in trade and other activities.
He noted that their role had expanded, positioning them as critical partners in contemporary issues such as combating gender-based violence, advocating for child education, environmental sustainability, mental health, and overall community well-being.
Sule added that Nasarawa State valued the strength of tradition, emphasizing that governance could not succeed without the involvement of the community.
He expressed excitement about collaborating with the AWTTHN to promote environmental stewardship at the grassroots level, aiming to strengthen the resilience of the state’s people against climate change and environmental degradation.
He also reiterated the state government’s commitment to engaging traditional women leaders in campaigns focused on environment, health, education, and community development.
In her speech, Hajia Zainab Jibril, the newly inaugurated president of AWTTHN, expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to lead the association and shared her plans for various projects, particularly those focusing on children, education, and healthcare.
Princess Nikky Onyeri, the General Secretary, emphasised that the association’s work was deeply rooted in community engagement.
She outlined plans to tackle key issues such as health, children’s welfare, security, and gender-based violence.
Onyeri also spoke about the association’s goal of establishing skill acquisition centres for women and girls and supporting women interested in political leadership roles.
She committed to addressing critical women’s health issues, such as maternal care and breast and cervical cancer, as well as advocating for peace and security.
The reports have it that the event also featured the oath of office and the presentation of awards to several dignitaries.
It was attended by personalities from the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, the Office of the Accountant General of Nasarawa State, the National Assembly, traditional institutions, and other notable guests.
NAN
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