THE NIGERIA POLICE FORCE WORKING PERFECTLY ACCORDING TO ITS MANDATE

Your statement reflects a critical perspective on the role and function of the Nigerian police force, which has been a topic of significant debate and discussion in Nigeria over the years. Here are some points that contextualize this view:

1. Historical Context
- {Colonial Roots} The Nigerian police force was established during colonial rule primarily to serve the interests of the colonial government, primarily for control and oppression rather than protection and service to the citizens.
- {Post-Colonial Legacy} After Nigeria attained independence in 1960, the police inherited a structure and culture that often prioritized political control over public safety.

2. Public Perception and Trust
- {Corruption} There are widespread reports of corruption within the police force, where bribes and extortion have become common practices. This undermines public trust and leads to a perception of the police acting against the interests of the community.
- {Human Rights Violations} Numerous instances of brutality, extrajudicial killings (notably by units like the now-disbanded SARS - Special Anti-Robbery Squad), and abusive behavior towards the citizens have contributed to this negative perception.

3. The Safer Nigeria Initiative
- {Protests and Advocacy} Movements such as #EndSARS have highlighted the grievances of citizens against police misconduct and have called for reform. These protests bring to light the demands of Nigerian citizens for a police force that protects rather than oppresses.
- {Calls for Reform} There have been various calls from civil society for reforming the police, focusing on better training, accountability, and community policing as a means of restoring faith in the force.

4. Societal Impact
- {Fear and Distrust} The perception of the police as an entity working against the masses creates an atmosphere of fear and distrust. This can lead to underreporting of crimes and reluctance to cooperate with law enforcement.
- {Impact on Crime Rates} Distrust in the police may deter effective policing and thus contribute to rising crime rates as communities feel unprotected.

5. The Need for Reform
- {Community Policing} There is a growing recognition that policing needs to be community-focused, transparent, and accountable to the people it serves.
- {Legislative and Structural Changes} Effective reforms may require legal changes, restructuring the police hierarchy, and implementing new training programs to focus on human rights and community relations.

Finally
The sentiment that the Nigerian police force was designed against the Nigerian masses speaks to a broader issue of accountability, trust, and the need for substantial reforms within the police system. Ongoing dialogues, public protests, and calls for systemic change are crucial for reshaping the police force into an institution that genuinely serves and protects all Nigerians. A focus on community engagement, transparency, and accountability is essential for rebuilding trust and ensuring that the police serve their intended purpose.Since the Nigeria still not in control of the force nothing will be done to make it work , to me (JTT) I don't expect anything meaningful from them until Nigeria create her own police force.

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EPISODE {116}{Ladi Kwali}
( Nigeria)

Ladi Kwali was a renowned Nigerian ceramic artist, celebrated for her unique contributions to the world of pottery and her role in promoting the rich cultural heritage of Nigeria. Here’s a detailed biography of her life and work:

Early Life Of Ladi Kwali
Birth Of Ladi kwali: Ladi Kwali was born in 1925 in Abuja, Nigeria, into the Gwari ethnic group.
Background: She grew up in a traditional society where women typically did not engage in formal education or artistic endeavors. However, she was encouraged by her parents, particularly her mother, to pursue her interests.

Education and Early Career
Traditional Pottery: Kwali learned the art of traditional pottery from her aunt, who was a potter. She honed her skills in creating earthenware pots, bowls, and other items using local materials.
Recognition: Her pottery gained local recognition, and she became known for her skill in creating functional and decorative pieces.

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FG Hosts Workshop on Gender Mainstreaming and GBV Success Stories Dissemination under TRIMING Project.

The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, in collaboration with the World Bank and other critical stakeholders, convened a Gender Mainstreaming and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Success Stories Dissemination Workshop under the Transforming Irrigation Management in Nigeria (TRIMING) Project, with the theme: “From Tradition to Transformation, Led by Women”, today in Kano.

The Honourable Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr. Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Richard Pheelangwah, in his keynote address emphasized that the TRIMING Project was designed to enhance irrigation systems and promote integrated water resource management, with gender and social safeguards as core components.

According to Prof. Utsev, the project has transformed women, youth, and vulnerable groups from being marginalized to becoming vital contributors in agriculture and water governance.

He highlighted the achievements of the project, including the development of GBV Action Plans across all schemes for risk mitigation and survivor support, women’s leadership in Water Users Associations (WUAs), enhancing inclusive decision-making, and the economic empowerment of women through active roles in irrigation management.

Prof. Utsev added that the extensive capacity-building on gender sensitivity and GBV prevention, the strengthening of local capacitie, including youth champions and gender desk officers, cultural norm shifts through media, dialogues, and storytelling in local languages, as well as alignment with global best practices and World Bank environmental and social standards, are additional achievements of the project.

The Minister thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the World Bank, and the Project Monitoring Unit for their support in driving TRIMING’s success. He urged the replication of its gender and GBV initiatives in other projects and emphasized that achieving a gender-equitable, GBV-free society requires ongoing commitment and collaboration.

Engr. Hauwa Sadique Mohammed, Deputy Director Irrigation, delivering the welcome address on behalf of the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Richard Pheelangwah, emphasized the workshop as a key milestone in advancing inclusivity, equity, and safety, particularly for women, girls, and vulnerable groups in the TRIMING Project. The Permanent Secretary highlighted that from inception, the project prioritized gender equality, GBV prevention, and social inclusion, with gender mainstreaming embedded across all stages to ensure equal opportunities and safe spaces.

Delivering a comprehensive overview of the project, the Project Coordinator, Engr. Ipinlaye Olaiya, emphasized the central role of gender mainstreaming across all components of the TRIMING Project, noting that the deliberate integration of gender perspectives was not only strategic but essential to the long-term sustainability and impact of the interventions.

Goodwill messages were delivered by the Managing Director of Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Development Authority, Engr. Rabiu Suleiman Yusuf, representative of the academia,Prof. Restituta Igube from the University of Abuja, and Commissioners from the Gombe State Ministry of Women Affairs, Asmau Mohammed Iganus as well as the representative of Kano State Ministry of Women Affairs, Children, and the Disabled. They all emphasized the significance of inclusivity, sustainability, and community ownership in gender-responsive water and agricultural development.

A key moment of the workshop was the presentation of badges to Women Leaders of Water Users Associations (WUAs) of Sokoto Rima River Basin Development Authority, Jigawa, Kano, Gombe and Zamfara States.

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25/06/2026

*TOPIC: CHRISTIAN HOMES: PILLARS THAT SUSTAIN MARRIAGES*(Series 1)

*Scripture Reading:* Genesis 2:20-25

Marriage is one single unit that touches every part of the society. People who have become armed robbers, cultists, prostitutes and assassins, yahoo are from one home or the other and the society is where it is because of them. *Once the devil is able to destroy marriage, the society is finished.* And that's why God is so much interested in our marriages as believers.

On this series, we shall be looking at some pillars that contribute and strengthen Marriages and it's my earnest prayer that the Holy Spirit will reveal the truth to you in Jesus Christ name. Amen!

Some years ago, I was opportune to help in supervising a building project in a sloppy, watering and sand fill environment. *In order to build a house there, the owner was instructed and guided on what to do to build a lasting house on the said Land by the site engineer. Full rafter was done and serious compaction by some machines. It cost millions to get the foundation done with pillars and beams well positioned.*

In the same way, marriage is a house that is in danger of being washed away unless it is built on some pretty strong pillars. I have here identified some pillars of marriage. These pillars of marriage need each other to be strengthened in order for it to stand. They are foundational;

*1) The Rock (Jesus):* The ultimate anchoring point in a marriage is a 100% shared belief in Jesus as Savior and Lord and in His Word as His infallible instruction for life and marriage.  *Marriage is much more than a business contract or life strategy.  It is a uniting of two into one at the deepest heart and soul level.* By definition, marriage involves a spiritual component, which is why the Lord doesn’t want us to marry unbelievers (2 Corinthians 6:14, Ephesians 4:5). 

He knows that without a common faith, belief, and confession that a marriage will never be what it could and should be. *Knowing that one’s spouse believes firmly in what God says regarding marriage gives lasting hope that struggles and frustrations can be overcome because both spouses are following the same roadmap to the same destination.* To be continue tomorrow morning by God's Grace. Good morning and do have a fruitful weekend, peace.

*Prayer point:* Father, you are the author of marriage, come into my home and remove every unwanted seed that can kill my marriage in Jesus Christ name. Amen!

T.S. AFOLAYAN

*TOPIC: CHRISTIAN HOMES: PILLARS THAT SUSTAIN MARRIAGES*(Series 1)

*Scripture Reading:* Genesis 2:20-25

Marriage is one single unit that touches every part of the society. People who have become armed robbers, cultists, prostitutes and assassins, yahoo are from one home or the other and the society is where it is because of them. *Once the devil is able to destroy marriage, the society is finished.* And that's why God is so much interested in our marriages as believers.

On this series, we shall be looking at some pillars that contribute and strengthen Marriages and it's my earnest prayer that the Holy Spirit will reveal the truth to you in Jesus Christ name. Amen!

Some years ago, I was opportune to help in supervising a building project in a sloppy, watering and sand fill environment. *In order to build a house there, the owner was instructed and guided on what to do to build a lasting house on the said Land by the site engineer. Full rafter was done and serious compaction by some machines. It cost millions to get the foundation done with pillars and beams well positioned.*

In the same way, marriage is a house that is in danger of being washed away unless it is built on some pretty strong pillars. I have here identified some pillars of marriage. These pillars of marriage need each other to be strengthened in order for it to stand. They are foundational;

*1) The Rock (Jesus):* The ultimate anchoring point in a marriage is a 100% shared belief in Jesus as Savior and Lord and in His Word as His infallible instruction for life and marriage.  *Marriage is much more than a business contract or life strategy.  It is a uniting of two into one at the deepest heart and soul level.* By definition, marriage involves a spiritual component, which is why the Lord doesn’t want us to marry unbelievers (2 Corinthians 6:14, Ephesians 4:5). 

He knows that without a common faith, belief, and confession that a marriage will never be what it could and should be. *Knowing that one’s spouse believes firmly in what God says regarding marriage gives lasting hope that struggles and frustrations can be overcome because both spouses are following the same roadmap to the same destination.* To be continue tomorrow morning by God's Grace. Good morning and do have a fruitful weekend, peace.

*Prayer point:* Father, you are the author of marriage, come into my home and remove every unwanted seed that can kill my marriage in Jesus Christ name. Amen!

T.S. AFOLAYAN