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Kaduna State Council of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has gtiven “Icon of Peace and Security in Nigeria” award to Lt General Tukur Yusufu Buratai (rtd), former chief of Army Staff.

The award was presented at NUJ Kaduna Press Week: “Role of Media in Holding Government Accountable for Good Governance: Emerging Challenges and Prospects.”

Balarabe Lawal, mnister of Environment, presented the award to Buratai, represented by Rear Admiral Abdul Adamu (rtd).

This award recognised Buratai’s contributions to national security and peace as chief of Army Staff.

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Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Christopher Musa, was also honoured for  his commitment to national security.

Samuel Aruwan, lead discussant, spoke on media’s role in promoting good governance, while Titus Amba, national president of Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), gave insight into the intersection of education and media in shaping public discourse.

Also at the event was Sen Uba Sani, who served as the special guest of honor. He highlighted the significance of collaborative efforts in achieving sustainable peace and security in Nigeria.

Former Chief of Army Staff Tukur Buratai has stated that those advocating for Nigeria’s division are dreamers, emphasising that the nation’s unity and sovereignty should not be compromised for political reasons.

Speaking at the 60th birthday celebration of the Olowu of Kuta, Oba Adekunle Oyelude, held at his palace in Kuta, Osun state, Buratai remarked that Nigeria is indivisible and that secessionists will always remain dreamers.

He said: “Nigeria is one unless you remove those people who are agitating, they should drift to the Atlantic, we will remain one Nigeria, anybody who wants to leave Nigeria should carry the part of the land and take it to the Atlantic; not within the Nigeria territory, it is very clear with the level of integration.

“There are many Hausas here in Yoruba land, there are many Yoruba and Igbo in the north, so we should not allow politics to becloud our sense of unity and sovereignty. Anybody that says that he wants to leave Nigeria is a dreamer because we had a bitter experience during the civil war so it is not something that we will joke with.

“Peace-loving Nigerians should insist on focusing on development, that is what we need and we need more unity not only by word of mouth but by action and true development.”

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Also, Oba Oyelude reiterated his commitment in ensuring to advocate for Nigeria’s unity, adding that, “seeing the array of personalities from all works of life here today, I will rededicate myself to the oneness of Nigeria.”

Among the dignitaries present are, Former president of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, Osun ex-governor, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola, Retired Lieutenant General Lamidi Adeosun, Secretary to Osun State Government, Teslim Igbalaye, Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Owaloko of Ijesha, Oba Hakeem Ogungbamigbe among others.

Former Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai emphasised the importance of prayers in addressing the challenges of life and security in Nigeria. “Prayer is the weapon of the believer’, he said, and called for prayers for peace and prosperity in the country.

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Gen. Buratai also praised the security forces for their efforts in combating terrorism and ensuring the country’s safety. He urged the community to cooperate with the security forces to enable them to carry out their duties effectively.

Aare Akinrogun of Ibadanland and former Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Yusufu Buratai CFR has described the late 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun(Alli Okunmade II) as a detribalised Nigerian who lived to serve humanity, Nigeria and the people of Ibadanland.

He also described his death as painful.

Buratai stated this on Saturday, at the Liberty Stadium, Ibadan, Oyo State, at the civic reception organized for the late Olubadan by the Oyo State Government. He described the late Olubadan as a responsible king who dedicated his life and time to promoting the unity and oneness of Nigeria.

Buratai said the death was a great loss, stressing that “we have lost a friendly, jovial, compassionate and loving monarch”.

Speaking further, he said, ” he did not just accord me respect as an elder statesman, I was also honoured with a chieftaincy title of Aare Akinrogun of Ibadanland and I’m proud to be associated with the late Olubadan.”

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Ambassador Buratai who earlier paid a visit to the family of another late Olubadan, Oba Saliu Akanmu Adetunji, where he was received by the families and Oloris of the late Olubadan Adetunji, prayed for the family.

He informed the family that he was in Ibadan for the final burial ceremony of the late Oba Balogun, and he found it expedient to also visit the families of the late Oba Saliu Adetunji too.

Recall also that Tukur Foundation, a Non-governmental Organization (NGO), also set up a three-day free medical outreach to honour the departed Oba Balogun.

Amb Buratai, however,  prayed for the success of the new Olubadan and urged him to build on the legacies of his predecessors.

concerned Citizens of Northeast hosted their awards and dinner, where individuals were recognised for their contributions to the region. Among awardees were rof Babagana Umara Zulum, Sheikh Goni Usman, and Ummu Muhammad.
Lt Gen Tukur Buratai stole the spotlight as the shining light of Northeast.
Maj Gen I.D. Penap praised Buratai for his visionary leadership. Guest speaker, Dr Hassan Boguma said Buratai’s transformative military leadership led to defeat of Boko Haram in the region.

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Gen Buratai expressed his gratitude for the award. He stressed the importance of supporting and empowering youth, noting they are often left. Buratai called for programmes from the government and private sectors to unlock potential of the younger generation.
The former Army chief highlighted the need for unity and development in Northeast, with a focus on combating ethnicity, religion, and sectionalism.
Concerned Citizens of Northeast provides a platform for Northeast to come together and build a better future for the region.
Lt Gen Buratai’s recognition serves as a reminder of the importance of strong leadership and dedication to development of the region.
His commitment to empowering youth and driving change sets an example for others to follow.

A former Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Tukur Buratai (rtd), has predicted an end to Nigeria’a security challenges.

General Buratai spoke at the presentation of books by Director of Academic, Planning and Quality Assurance, Nigerian Army University, Biu in Borno State, Brigadier General Mogbekeloluwa Fakokunde, in Abuja.

The former Army chief commended the military in the war against insecurity, saying they have given their best, confident in the military woukd nip the challenges in the bud soon.

‘‘I want to commend them (the military). They are doing their best in the circumstances they find themselves and what is happening. It (insecurity) is not only in Nigeria, it is global. What is happening in Nigeria is not an exception.

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“We see what is happening in Sudan, Ukraine, Middle East and so on. They (the military) need to remain resolute, focused and continue the project they are doing and surely they will succeed. For sure it (insecurity) cannot be permanent, there must be a solution and we can get out of it one day,” Buratai said.

The author said the books were written to solve stress, drug abuse and addiction as well as providing the leeway for teachers to manage stress associated with their profession.

He said as builders of talents, teachers need the required skills and qualifications to excel and impart knowledge on their students as leaders of tomorrow.

“If you look at these books, they are not just ordinary books, they are also working instruments addressing the problems of the society like problem of drug addicts, problem of occupational stress and others ravaging the workforce now.