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Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno state has appealed for calm, to Chibok residents, as the Government is working hard in collaboration with the security agencies to forestall future attacks.
Governor Zulum in a statement signed by the commissioner for Information and internal security, Prof Usman Tar said “Gov Zulum called on the people of Chibok not to be intimidated by the insurgents and assured them that Government and security agencies will work assiduously to forestall any future attack, by improving on military tactics from defensive to offensive posture. He encouraged all citizens to remain resolute and resilient as the insurgents fear a people that stand up against them.”
” The Borno state Government notes with grave concern recent spikes in terrorist activities across some weak spots in the state. Investigation has been ongoing on recent attacks in Chibok and Damboa, and Kukawa LGAs with a view to taking necessary steps to overcome the challenges”, the statement said
The statement further Said ” The Executive Governor of Borno State, Prof Babagana Umaru Zulum, has received security briefs on multiple attacks by suspected Boko Haram terrorists in the Southern Borno Senatorial District, particularly in Damboa and Chibok, which resulted in the deaths of scores of citizens and destruction of homes and places of worship in Bamzir, Njilang, Shikarkir, and Yimirmugza village of Chibok. The reports indicated that the following wards were worst-affected: Shikarki, Whuntaku, Mbalala and Pemi. At least 74 persons were reported to have been displaced, two wounded and five people lost their lives while property worth millions of Naira were destroyed. In addition, five churches were destroyed, while some market stalls and business premises were also vandalised. ”
On receiving the reports, According to the statement “Gov Zulum reached out to the affected communities, directly and through their political representatives and community leaders, to offer his deep sympathy and condolences to the affected families, on behalf of the Government. ”
“The attacks on Chibok communities are reminiscent of the barbaric and unfortunate abduction of over 200 innocent school girls in 2014. Over the years, the Government has invested heavily in rebuilding Chibok, securing the release of most of the abducted girls, and restoring the dignity and honour of its people. It is unfortunate that, just as the people of Chibok are picking the pieces of their lives and rebuilding , the heartless insurgents came back to attack them at this time. However, Gov Zulum was glad to note that in spite of the attacks and displacement of some people, the majority of the people of Chibok have remained calm, resilient and firm: they have remained pitched firmly in their ancestral homes without fear or anxiety,” Prof. Zulum said.
The statement said “On Tuesday, 14 January 2025, the Borno State Security Council convened its regular meeting to discuss the security situation in the state. The Council considered security reports from military/security units and formations across the state, and noted that though there is a firm grip on the security space by our gallant forces, there are pockets of vulnerable enclaves that require enhanced beefing-up of tactical measures. The Council thanked our gallant troops and called on them to plug the identified loopholes.”
It was also noted that Boko Haram Insurgents have been significantly decimated in the state, but there are pockets of insurgent elements that are still ventilating and causing sporadic havoc in our communities. In addition, there is an in-fighting within the two factions of the insurgents. The remnants of the insurgents are driven by hunger and starvation to attack vulnerable communities and cart away vital supplies to enable them survive.”, Prof Tar added..
The Borno State Government wishes to note that the recent rise in insurgent attacks across the state appear to target newly resettled towns/villages, and economically-viable communities where agriculture and livelihood are fast-thriving. Chibok is thriving and the terrorists appear to be infuriated by this trend.
Borno is fast recovering in spite of the pockets of security breaches. The central, southern and northern parts of the state are experiencing boom in agriculture, both annual and perennial. It is possible that the insurgents are seeking to sabotage the resettlement and recovery plan of the Government. All over the world, terrorists tend to target the state’s centre of gravity, and its economic backbone with a view to crippling the state. Borno is a rural, agrarian State where growth and prosperity are intricately tied to agriculture, fishing and animal husbandry.
The Borno State Government will not allow anyone to derail the state’s plan on mass resettlement of our people as enshrined in our state policy on durable solutions to internal displacement (2024) and the 25 Year Development Plan (2020).
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Scrolling through social media we are bombarded by pictures of our friends’ vacations and fancy brunches, their career milestones, happy families, and fitness achievements. While we may be happy for them, these social comparisons (evaluations of oneself relative to others) can leave us feeling inadequate and dissatisfied. This may be especially true for young people—recent studies have found that social media use is associated with negative social comparisons – leading to reduced well-being, more envy, and greater depressive symptoms. Some scholars, such as Professor Jonathan Haidt, link the detriments of social media and its “poisonous” social comparison to a mental health crisis in adolescents, arguing for a cell phone ban in schools.
Social media is all but unavoidable in many people’s lives, and it, of course, also has its benefits. This, then, begs the question: Is there a way that we can better navigate social media without incurring its possible toll on mental health?
As social scientists who study how people think about and interact with others, we’ve recently found some promising clues in our research on people with autism. Because autistic people do not process social exchanges in the same way as neurotypical individuals, their responses to social comparison may be a useful guide for the rest of us.
In a series of studies, published in August 2024 in the journal Social Cognition, our research team examined individuals’ emotional responses to social comparisons. We compared the degree to which autistic and neurotypical participants expressed social comparison emotions, like envy. Participants in our study read about a hypothetical situation describing a peer who was much better off than the participants—they lived in a nicer house, had more romantic success, and were more accomplished in their career. After reading about this person, participants reported how much envy they felt. Our findings were striking. On average, autistic participants reported 24% less envy than neurotypical participants.
So, what is it about autism that appears to buffer against the negative impact of social comparisons?
One possible explanation is related to social cognitive differences often observed in autistic individuals. Autistic spectrum disorders are often characterized by difficulties with social communication, reciprocal social interaction, and understanding others’ intentions and mental states more generally. Autistic people may be less likely to feel bad after a negative social comparison because they are less likely to consider what is going on in other people’s minds, a psychological process known as perspective-taking or “Theory of Mind.” But why would this reduced attention to others’ mental states protect them from feeling envious or dissatisfied?
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It may be that envy is driven not only by seeing what others have, but by imagining how happy or satisfied they feel in that given moment. A 2012 study showed that certain brain regions involved in understanding others’ mental states may function differently in autistic individuals compared to neurotypical individuals. These differences in neural activity suggest that autistic individuals may rely less on mental state information, which is unobservable and abstract, when processing social interactions and more on tangible, concrete details. In this way, they may be less likely to consider whether others are happier than they are, which could explain why they report feeling less bad in response to social comparisons.
Further supporting this logic, a 2014 study examined responses to social comparison in autistic and neurotypical people using a game in which participants received monetary rewards. The researchers assigned participants to two conditions. In the social comparison condition, participants compared the amount they won to the larger reward of another participant. In the private comparison condition, they compared the amount they won to a larger amount that they could have won. While neurotypical participants were much less satisfied with their reward in the social comparison condition, autistic participants’ satisfaction did not depend as much on which condition they were in. Together with our findings, these results point to a critical difference in how social comparisons can be experienced: While some people’s happiness depends on whether they compare favorably to others, others focus more on their own outcomes without factoring in social comparisons.
What can this teach us about how to protect ourselves from the potentially damaging effects of social media comparisons on our mental well-being?
While it may be difficult to avoid comparing ourselves to others on social media, the way we respond to these social comparisons is fortunately not set in stone. Adopting strategies that shift our focus away from others and on to ourselves perhaps (an approach that may come more naturally to autistic people) may help reduce the negative feelings linked to adverse mental health outcomes. For instance, keeping a gratitude journal or dedicating our time to hobbies and passions that bring us joy can help us redirect our energy and better appreciate our own lives.
While social media comparisons may prompt us to think about what we don’t have, they can also provide us with new ideas and perspectives, motivating us to improve ourselves, and set and accomplish goals. In line with this optimism, a 2018 paper finds that, while comparisons on Instagram can lead to envy, they can also bring inspiration, underscoring the positive motivational potential of social media.
Although our experiences on social media can lead us to feel like the grass is greener on the other side, we may do well to cultivate a self-improvement mindset, and tend to our own emotional landscapes and, ultimately, our personal growth.
Sulaiman- Ibrahim Praises Resilience of Gurara Women as she commissions NWFP Rice Processing Factory
CHIDIMMA UCHEGBU, Abuja
Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim on Wednesday commended the World Bank and the Governor of Niger State, Hon Mohammed Umaru Bago, and praised the resilience of women, as she commissioned the Nigerian For Women Project (NWFP) Bokwosayi Women rice processing factory at Gwachipe, Gurara Local Government Area of Niger State.
The Minister described the transformative milestone as a journey towards redefining empowerment for Nigerian women, representing a beacon of hope, a symbol of progress, and a testament to the resilience and potential of Nigerian women, especially in Niger State.
She also commended the exceptional support for the NFWP, and the integration of childcare facilities within the factory, which, according to her is a groundbreaking initiative that addresses one of the most significant barriers to women’s economic participation—balancing work and childcare.
“This step exemplifies forward-thinking leadership and sets a precedent for inclusive economic planning”.
According to her, the Nigeria for Women Project (NFWP) exemplifies the Federal Government of Nigeria, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to achieving gender equality and enhancing women’s socio-economic outcomes.
Noting that it is ‘Women o Clock’, she stated that the project was designed as a long-term and multidimensional intervention, that addresses the systemic and market barriers that have long hindered women’s progress.
Sulaiman-Ibrahim added that through the collaborative efforts of the Federal Government, the World Bank, and strategic partners, the NFWP has made remarkable strides in improving household welfare, fostering economic empowerment, and uplifting communities.
She thanked the World Bank and the Governor for making the dreams of the women possible and expressed happiness that the women are now empowered to provide for their families and their communities, which in turn would lead to a sharp reduction in cases of sexual and gender-based violence against women.
The minister also emphasized the need for family cohesion, asserting that empowered women would be able to train their children who would, in turn, fill the economic gaps of their families.
On his part, Mr. Micheal Ilesanmi, on behalf of the Country Director, stated that the NFWP was aimed at economically empowering Women in the country to be self-sufficient and to be able to improve the livelihood of their households and to contribute to the economy of the state.
He narrated the experience of one of the Emirs who expressed that the project has reduced profoundly the number of complaints from wives against their husbands over caring for the needs of their families.
Ilesanmi added that each of the processing stations are able to produce 2 tonnes of rice per day, adding it up to quantities that are made possible from the over 29 rice factories in the state.
Governor Bago in his remarks said he was happy because when a woman is empowered, the effect trickles down to all members of the family and the community.
He promised his administration’s continued support for women and thanked the Minister for finding time to honor him and the women in the state.
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At the height of the activities to mark the tenth anniversary of the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development, CJID, the truism of the reward for hard work being more work was unmistakable. It was an auspicious time to showcase the organization’s efforts on development of Artificial Intelligence, AI tools. Thus, some four gangling, promising young men were called forward to formally present the AI, tools which were the outcome of months of the work CJID had mobilized them to do as teams of techies, journos and analysts. The AI tools resultant from the collaborations of the four teams each of them represented turned out to be such that would aid access to information by journos and others; ensure inclusivity of the persons with visual and hearing impairment and so forth. It’s the first of any such feat in Africa
After rounds of applause came the suggestion that it won’t be a bad idea that CJID should consider rousing young talents across universities for rigorous inspiration and attention to work on AI tools development. Without any hesitancy, Director of Programmes Akintunde Babatunde instantly acceded.
Akintunde’s immediate consent was a reinforcement of the impression of the Czar of the funding community in Africa, Dr. Kole Shettima. In his goodwill message at the opening of the event, he noted with emphasis that CJID was a child already behaving like an adult. Shettima asserted with full conviction that CJID deserved every bit of support and encouragement that everyone interested in the twin entities of media and development could muster. As he spoke, Shettima also led the entire hall in series of resounding applause for CJID. It was a protracted one that continued till Shettima returned to his seat.
As the CJID’s second edition of the Media and Development Conference cum anniversary proceeded different shades of different facets of developments across Africa came under focus. Indeed, from as many as seventeen countries of Africa covering media and technology; artificial intelligence, health including infant mortality; environment, mining, education
The engagements with the assorted issues were as serious as solutionist clearly beyond romanticism or blame game rituals. On account of their strategic importance, two separate sessions were dedicated to each of media and health alone. For health, one was on Improving Primary Healthcare in Afria’s Underserved Areas while the second was themed; Improving Women’s Health Outcomes: Addressing Maternal and Reproductive Health Challenges.
Although it wasn’t the first session, when, on Day 2 actually, it was the turn of the panel for Improving Primary Health Care in Africa, there was an unusual attention focused on the stage. World Bank Senior Health Specialist, Dr. OlumideOkunola, lamented that when he heard people of the future belonging to the youths, he was always amazed at the emptiness of our so called future. “The future is so scary” he declared “because the future we keep talking about is like a mirage from the available data on the health of our children.” Okunola could not but volunteer to share a convincing, mega photographic image resultant from typical MRI scanning of the brain of an average Nigerian child. With the image on display, he explained that as much as 40 per cent of the children population were so unimaginably malnourished that the MRI results of the said 40 per cent have, as could be seen by everyone in the hall, revealed nearly blank brain now responsible for their stunted growth. “It is the reason the experts keep agitating for substantially improved budgetary votes for the health sector, unfortunately, largely ignored by those in government and duly positioned to deploy the right action. With the vacuous brain, not only will growth be inhibited but even basic thinking would be so abysmally low and can hardly signal any wisdom.
Still on healthcare, Chika Offor, on the same panel, later revealed that the state of our Primary Healthcare Centres, PHCs, was equally significant. “They are run as if they operate zero budget as patients are made to buy everything needed even as governments may have provided for basic needs.” She later noted that indifference to the PHCs by the elite is killing those facilities. “I urge you all to endeavour to adopt, even if for sheer monitoring, the nearest PHC to each one of us. We may wish to do well to support them with some resources and they don’t usually need much. I should quickly tell you that a woman in Abuja here has already adopted one and doing well with it.”
CJID didn’t play God on other facets of development without minding media’s fate in the face of the bourgeoning sphere of AI. Ensuring balance across both gender and geographical realms, the panel on AI and the Future of the Media: Managing the Intersection of Technology and Democracy featured four discussants. Iconoclastic founder of media and tech organization, Dataphyte, Joshua Olufemi from Nigeria together with the Head of Investigation of Premium Times of Nigeria, Idris Akinbajo was joined by two women namely Barrister Saadatu Hamu Aliyu and Zara Schroeder. Olufemi spoke on the seemingly limitless possibilities derivable from tech noting that the radicalization informed by tech on the media was hardly predictable until it began to pan manifest. “We are in for an amazing era and no one can afford to be a bystander.” With the perspective of South Africa Schroeder agreed with Olufemi. Akinbajo argued that the incredible productivity of AI across the interlinked triple facets of media production, dissemination as well as consumption across both the print and broadcast genres notwithstanding, the indispensability of the complementarity of the human factor is unmistakably obvious. Akinbajo delightfully revealed how some of the reports of his newspaper had been rendered orally with the podcasting made possible by AI. Noting that the media were in for interesting times he did not fail to rhetorically ask: “But how can anyone think of discounting the human factor in investigative journalism, for instance?”
To steer them from being sheer bystanders as the AI influence grows phenomenally, CJID had been equally concerned by the need to be supportive of the enhanced functionality of the larger media family across Africa as well the academia. Its enlistment for the robust 10th anniversary focusing emphatically on AI took keen cognizance of its past Dubawa Fellows notably among them being the current Dean of College of Humanities and Social Science of foremost private university in South West, Fountain University Osogbo, Professor Raheemah Adeniran. Also drawn from the pool was a leading light of Solution Journalism in Nigeria, Dr. Folarin Jamiu of Crescent University, Abeokuta, who doubled as an AI Fellow of CJID. Yet a most significant part of the conference and a special training programme on AI for communication scholars were members of the Association of Communication Scholars and Practitioners of Nigeria, ACSPN, from selected universities in Northern Nigeria. The CJID anniversary was therefore also a most thrilling rendezvous for media development practitioners including techies and analysts from around Africa as well as scholars and communication professionals of varying cadres and inclinations. It was a period of fulfilling excitement with AI mixed with cautionary views of world class experts also from around Africa and beyond with sound African experience.
If the breaks from the formal sessions afforded attendees some breathers to network informally, they eventually had ample time to pump hands, drink to lovely toasts and exchange hugs at the special 10th anniversary dinner. It was a celebratory fun time for all well attended by almost all conferees and graced as well by folks from the diplomatic community. Dignitaries including the Chair of the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism, WSCIJ, Prof Ropo Sekoni, Editor in Chief of Premium Times, Musikilu Mojeed, Africa Director of MacArthur Foundation, Dr. Kole Shetima helped with the presentation of plaques to deserving members of the CJID staff.
It was with utmost pride and fulfilment that yours sincerely marched forward in measured steps Tuesday, November 27, 2024 to give vote of thanks to all attendees from different parts of Africa. It was a most auspicious time for the Board to thank even the Management and the energetic staff of CJID who, throughout the entire duration of the conference exuded relentless warmth and accommodation to everyone they had invited. Yours sincerely took time to note too that they were demonstrably grateful for their guests’ time and attention.
Earlier in the welcome address, another member of the Board and Dean School of Information and Communication Studies, University of Ghana, Accra, Prof Audrey Gadzepo, expressed the organization’s unflinching commitment to a substantially developed Africa beyond the common place rhetorics of governments of different countries in the continent. Hoping they heed our relentless gestures.
CJID Board Member Tunde Akanni, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Journalism at the Lagos State University. Follow him on X via @AkintundeAkanni.
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Celebrity stylist, Veeke James lavishes praise on her husband, Femi Atere, highlighting his remarkable qualities, including resilience to criticism.
Notably, the couple has faced scrutiny over their marriage due to their frequent displays of affection on social media.
In a recent Instagram video, Veeke James and her husband, Femi Atere, were spotted at a gathering with friends and loved ones.
Veeke James took the occasion to lavish praise on her husband, reaffirming her love for him.
She expressed gratitude to her husband for his unwavering support and devotion to God, citing his unflappability in the face of criticism.
Speaking further about his guidance on navigating criticism, she said,‘I want to say a big thank you to my husband. Because I’ve been on social media for over two months, you are such a king. Anytime I talk about feeling secure, it’s actually because of the people I’ve been with and seen with”.
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Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has commended the journey of Chidimma Adetshina, Miss Universe Nigeria, in the Miss Universe contest, describing it as one filled with resilience and dedication.
Obi, in a statement on Monday, stated that he has followed the journey of the beauty queen, and described her journey as one of resilience, perseverance, and dedication.
He noted that Chidimma stands as a symbol of hope, especially to the youths facing different kinds of challenges, in their journey to greatness, adding that her hard work has paid off.
The statement reads in part, “Chidimma Adetshina may not have received the 2024 Miss Universe crown, but competing against over 120 contestants from around the world and securing the first runner-up position in the competition and first position in Africa is a giant stride of which we are proud.
“I sincerely congratulate her for believing in herself and our nation. And to all those who contributed to her success today, your hard work has indeed paid off.
“In these very challenging times in our nation, she stands as a symbol of hope, especially to our youths facing different kinds of challenges, in their journey to greatness – Never give up, no matter how hard the journey, success lies ahead.
“As I have always said, we will remain committed to building a better Nigeria for our very talented youths, no matter the obstacles that stand in our way, because undoubtedly – The New Nigeria is POssible.”
Human Resources (HR) professionals and leaders’, roles are critical in building resilience, which is necessary for survival and growth in the prevailing landscape of constant change where
businesses are grappling with economic shifts challenges among others.
Businesses are also confronted with technological advancements, challenges, shifting workforce dynamics, global pandemics and even global health crises.
This was disclosed by the President and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM), Mallam Ahmed Ladan Gobir at the opening ceremony of the 56th International Conference and Exhibition of the CIPM under the theme, “Managing People and Businesses for Resilience,” in Abuja.
Mallam Gobir said, “Leaders build resilience in people by creating an environment where failure is treated as a learning opportunity, not a setback because In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.”
We are living in an era of constant change. Across the world, businesses are grappling with challenges like economic shifts, technological advancements, shifting workforce dynamics, global pandemics and even global health crises.
He said in a landscape where businesses face numerous challenges resilience was no longer an option but a necessity for survival and growth.
“As HR professionals and leaders, our role is critical in building that resilience. The strength of any organisation lies not just in its products or services, but in its people. It is our responsibility to manage human capital in ways that foster adaptability, agility, and long-term sustainability. Resilience starts with people – our greatest asset,” Mallam Gobir reiterated.
He highlighted that for organisations to thrive, HR professionals must be equipped to face crises, learn from setbacks, and continue pushing forward.
He emphasized that “It is not the load that breaks you down, it is the way you carry it. Resilience is not about avoiding challenges but growing stronger because of them. You may have to fight a battle more than once to win it.”
According to recent research by the World Economic Forum, 75 percent of global businesses now consider workforce resilience a critical factor for future growth.
Mallam Gobir added that this statistic serves as a reminder of how crucial human resource management is in shaping the future of work, noting that “resilience is more than just enduring hardships – it is about evolving and emerging stronger. The ability to bounce back after setbacks is what separates resilient organisations from the rest”.
He stressed that building resilient businesses and managing resilient people is not the job of one department or one individual but requires a collective effort across all levels of an organisation, from entry-level employees to executive leadership.
“We, as HR leaders, must work collaboratively across functions and borders to build inclusive, diverse and robust organisations. This is why we are here – to share knowledge, exchange ideas and form lasting partnerships that will empower us all to build better, more resilient organisations,” he restated.
Mallam Gobir noted that the McKinsey Report on organisational resilience found that companies with strong HR functions are 2.4 times more likely to experience increased productivity, profitability, and employee retention during crises.
The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack pointed out that her office is now fully digitalised, and that
resilient organisations are those that prioritise their people and design forward-looking strategies to withstand disruptions.
THE Chief Executive Officer of X3m Ideas, Steve Babaeko, has described the recent feats of the agency at the 9th African Cristal Awards, as testimonials to the agency’s resilience and dedication.
Babaeko, who won ‘the African Personality of the Year’ during the 2023 edition, expressed the delight that the agency was able to consolidate on the victory recorded at the 2023 edition.
He also described the feat as another wake-up call to his team to continue giving their best to any brief that comes their way.
“For me, the excitement is the fact that our team has continuously fixed their eyes on the ball. We won at the 8th edition and here we are at the 9th edition with the same victory song.
“Our achievements at the African Cristal Awards and others before it, both locally and on the global stage, are testimonials of our resilience and dedication,” Babaeko said.
One year after emerging the African Agency of the Year at the 8th African Cristal Awards, advertising agency, X3M Ideas has consolidated the feat at the 9th edition of the continental creative award, where it won at least six prestigious awards and again emerged the continent’s agency of the year.
The agency’s campaigns that won in various categories are Digital Craft Outstanding Illustration Mortein, Digital Online Display Advertising Mortein, Digital Online Video ADS Lyrics of Innocence, and Brand Storytelling Campaign Entry DSTV. Others are; Social & Influencer Social Campaign DSTV and Healthcare Public Awareness Tobacco Advocacy.
According to the organisers, this year’s edition of the Award, saw over 527 entries from 22 African countries, with 70 campaigns ultimately recognized for their excellence in creativity and strategic innovation.
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