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The decision of the Federal Government to block the lines of millions of Nigerians for failing to register for the National Identity Number(NIN) translates to the infringement of their Fundamental Human Rights.

This is the opinion of an Ex-Officio of the Oyo State Council of the Trade Union Congress(TUC), who is also a former chairman of the union in the state, Comrade Andrew Emelieze.

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''The Federal Government has blocked the lines of millions of Nigerians, this action tramples on their Fundamental Human Rights. It is undemocratic. Instead of resolving the myriad of challenges confronting the country, the Government has only added to the problems of Nigerians. This is disturbing and unacceptable,'' Comrade Emelieze lamented.

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Press Statement

Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State

March 21, 2022

The Department of State is taking action against PRC officials for their involvement in repressive acts against members of ethnic and religious minority groups and religious and spiritual practitioners inside and outside of China’s borders, including within the United States.

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The United States rejects efforts by PRC officials to harass, intimidate, surveil, and abduct members of ethnic and religious minority groups, including those who seek safety abroad, and U.S. citizens, who speak out on behalf of these vulnerable populations. We are committed to defending human rights around the world and will continue to use all diplomatic and economic measures to promote accountability.

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Today’s action imposes visa restrictions on PRC officials who are believed to be responsible for, or complicit in, policies or actions aimed at repressing religious and spiritual practitioners, members of ethnic minority groups, dissidents, human rights defenders, journalists, labor organizers, civil society organizers, and peaceful protestors in China and beyond.

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We again call on the PRC government to cease its acts of transnational repression, including attempting to silence Uyghur American activists and other Uyghur individuals serving the American people by denying exit permission to their family members in China.

The United States reaffirms its support for those who bravely speak out despite the threat of retaliation. We call on the PRC government to end its ongoing genocide and crimes against humanity in Xinjiang, repressive policies in Tibet, crackdown on fundamental freedoms in Hong Kong, and human rights violations and abuses, including violations of religious freedom, elsewhere in the country.

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We will continue to work with the international community to promote accountability for PRC officials responsible for atrocities and human rights violations and abuses wherever they occur, including within China, the United States, and elsewhere around the world.

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For the past seven years, the present administration in Nigeria has failed to provide the right impact and confidence in the minds of foreign investors.
An assessment and evaluation of the business environment reveal little or no progress has been made.
It is not in contention that with regular electricity supply, the successful implementation of an impressive business economic blueprint will remain a mirage.

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Following the collapse of the National Grid three times in four weeks, the power supply problem seems to be beyond this administration.
The absence of a constant power supply has almost crippled all sectors of the economy coupled with the prohibitive cost of diesel.

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Nigerians are now asking very pertinent questions. How many megawatts of electricity did this administration meet when it assumed office in 2015? How many of the power generation stations are functional presently?
Without a doubt, the privatization of the power sector has not brought any form of relief for Nigerians but rather pains, hardships, and impoverishment.

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The Tanzania Government   has called on the country's members of Parliament to assist the Government in the construction of more Police stations in the country.
The Government  made this call on Tuesday, through its Home Affairs Minister, Hamad Yusuf Masaun,when he appeared before the Parliament.

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"We have a serious shortage of police stations, for example, we have 93 B police stations yet what we need is to have 563 stations, I ask MPs to follow the example of other MPs including Angelina Mabula who has been involved the public in construction of a station in her constituency,"  the Home Affairs Minister stated.
Tanzania has 93 functional police stations across the country and requires 563 Grade B police stations to enhance law enforcement.

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About 4o families who were talked into giving up their land by the Kenyan government for the establishment of educational institutions in Rarieda, Siaya County have received Sh2.2 million compensation from a Member of the Kenya Parliament.

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The families gave out 16 acres, valued at Sh4.6 million, which will be home to Rarieda Teachers Training College and the National Youth Service training center.

Area MP Otiende Amollo, who made this disclosure on Thursday in Bwaja in East Asembo Ward while issuing cheques to the landowners, assured that the balance would be paid in  October.

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The MP also disclosed that the Government was still in negotiations with four other families that have  displayed reluctance to surrender their land.

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"Bwaja residents voluntarily gave their land for the projects. What they have received as compensation are mere tokens of appreciation since they expect the two institutions to bring a positive economic impact in the region," said Amollo.

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The stampede and riotous situation that occurred on Tuesday at the M.K.O Abiola Stadium, Abuja at the end of the match between Nigeria and Ghana has been described as a good reflection of the frustrations and bottled-up anger of Nigerians over the failure of Government at all levels to meet their expectations.

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This is the view of an ex-Officio of the Oyo state council of the Trade Union Congress(TUC), who is also a former chairman of the union in the state, Comrade Andrew Emelieze.

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''The stampede and riotous situation that occurred at the M.K.O Abiola Stadium on Tuesday after the Super Eagles failed to qualify for the World cup is a reflection of the frustrations and bottled up anger of Nigerians over the failure of the government at all levels to emancipate the people from hunger, poverty, and economic hardships. The government at all levels has failed Nigerians and is also bereft of ideas and are only bidding time to leave office,'' Comrade Emelieze stated.

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In most countries around the world, the interest of an individual has never been greater than those of these countries.

However, this is not the case in several countries in sub-Saharan Africa.Indeed, a political party that has attained political power, is at an advantage to address the fundamental national question revolving around equality and justice.

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Unfortunately, in Nigeria today, the political party in power is proud to have regional and ethnic alliances which have ensured a divided country.

The rule of law is increasingly being rubbished on a daily basis while political and religious intolerance is now the culture and tradition.The unabating state of insecurity and the unending violence which has claimed several thousands of lives, suggests that the former and the latter have become means to various ends for Those in Authority.

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A political party ought to be a medium for the expression of the choice of the electorate and the avenue through which like-minded people may express their collective choices with vigorous unanimity.
However, in the Nigerian context, a political party focuses on reinforcing the mindset of the present ruling political party elites and selling of land belonging to government owned schools in several states to supporters, cronies, admirers and well wishers.

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Those who have played and still play significant roles in subverting the will of the people are clinging to tightly to sensitive political offices, even as recent events have clearly shown that Those in authority are not interested in presenting a credible alternative set of leaders and alternative policy choices to Nigerians, most of whom have been impoverished and are disillusioned.

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Interestingly, a number of factors are already emerging that shall ensure that the demands and aspirations of Nigerians become a reality, as those in authority are very reluctant to admit their inabilty to correct the myriad of wrongs in the polity.

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The Electoral Commission(ECN) in Namibia  has raised the alarm over the reluctance of  political parties in the country to submit their financial statements.

Also, the new Charperson of the Electoral Commission, Elsie Nghikembua,has promised to implement the provisions of the Electoral Act to enhance accountability and transparency.

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The new ECN Chairperson who made this known at a news conference in Windhoek.

 The ECN whcih raised the alarm in its latest annual report, revealed that only the All People's Party (APP) and the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) submitted their statements for 20129/2020.

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''Political parties are bound by the Electoral Act to submit their statements to the ECN on an annual basis. At the time of going to print, the submission of financial statements for the 2020/21 financial year was not included.''

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''The parties which failed to submit their statements include the Christian Democratic Voice, National Unity Democratic Organisation of Namibia, Rally for Democracy and Progress, Republican Party, Swapo, United Democratic Front of Namibia, United People's Movement, and the Workers' Revolutionary Party (WRP).''

“The Landless People's Movement (LPM) and the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) were not registered during the previous financial years.

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It says a large number of political parties have not submitted their financial statements to the ECN for the past five financial years.

Four political parties, including the APP, PDM, Swanu and Swapo handed in their reports.

The APP, PDM and Swapo have been the most consistent in submitting their financial records, while the WRP has never submitted statements,'' the report stated.

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The Fear of God Promotes and Resolves Differences by Prof. Sabitu OlagokeThe main purpose of religion is to a positive mindset and arouse conscience for people to have direct access to God to live exemplary lifestyles based on doing things through the due process that is according to the curriculum or laid down rules without default.

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Those who enjoy such grace will have the characteristics, endowed knowledge, and the power of a discerning mind. A meaningful socio-spiritual life depends on this to be self-fulfilled.

Sensible people do things the right way while senseless ones are frivolous and wayward.

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The Holy Bible, Proverbs 1: 7 admonishes us on this,: ''7 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.''

In the Holy Quran, 8: 29, the need for and the importance of the fear of God is clearly stated. ''O ye who believe. If ye fear Allah He will grant you a criterion to judge between right and wrong, remove from you all evil deeds and forgive you: For Allah is the Lord of grace unbounded.''

The benefit of living by the dictates of God that culminates into the fear of God not only extends to the protection of children but equally affords us the opportunity to triumph over evil like the snares of death.

The Holy Bible Proverbs 14: 26 refers, '' In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.''

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Above all, there is the need to sensitize every person through the media of culture, education, religion, and political institutions on the importance of good neighborliness, the virtues of scripture compliance, and the respect for the dignity of labor and legitimate earnings.

The Holy Quran 10: 62-64 specifically explains the reason why every person must work towards being acknowledged by God, the almighty Allah. ''Behold! Verily on the friends of Allah, there is no fear nor shall they grieve. Those who believe and constantly guard against evil for them are Glad Tidings in the life of the present and in the hereafter: No change can there be in the words of Allah. This is indeed the supreme triumph.''

A word is enough for the wise.

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Matthew 6 :1-5

1 Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven.

2 Therefore when thou doest thine alms, do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.

3 But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

4 That thine alms may be in secret: and thy Father which seeth in secret himself shall reward thee openly.

5 And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.

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