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AfDB hosts first ever ‘Africa Day’ at Law, Justice and Development Week 2013
TUNIS – The African Development Bank in conjunction with the World Bank Group, hosted the first ever ‘Africa Day’ on Wednesday, November 20, during Law, Justice and Development (LJD) Week 2013. LJD Week is organized each year to provide a forum for legal and development practitioners, scholars, governments and civil society to discuss the critical role legal and judicial systems can play in furthering development outcomes.
The theme for Africa Day was “How Law and Justice Can Help Translate Voice, Social Contract and Accountability into Development Impact in Africa”. Africa Day provided a venue for an in-depth discussion on critical legal issues in Africa’s development process and was designed to bolster knowledge on key and emerging legal issues on the African continent. Participants in Africa Day explored how law and justice can help translate voice, social contract and accountability into development impact in Africa. Africa Day also provided an opportunity for participants to share the challenges faced and progress made in various efforts to further development on the continent through law.
Africa Day featured a number of African luminaries, scholars, professionals and Justices, who participated in various panels and sessions covering a myriad of topics of relevance to the impact of law on the development process.
President Donald Kaberuka provided the welcome and opening remarks, via video message and through Vice-President and Secretary General, Cecila Akintomide, who participated in person and delivered the President’s opening remarks. Kaberuka noted that “in [the AfDB’s] view, there are three key levers: (i) Institutions; (ii) Integration; and (iii) Infrastructure” for Africa’s transformation and “these critical factors for Africa’s development and transformation require legal expertise and the law to be addressed.”
The Keynote Speaker, Cyrille S. Ogun, Ambassador of Benin to the United States of America, focused on the importance of law to creating and maintaining a conducive business climate.
The opening session was followed by a series of informative and animated discussions on Economic Opportunities in Extractive Industries: Balancing Opportunities with Voice and Accountability; Emerging Legal Issues: Africa 50 Fund as an Innovative Approach to Addressing Africa’s Infrastructure Challenges; Justice Roundtable: The Transparency, Independence and Accountability of the Judiciary in Africa; Emerging Legal Issues: Tackling Illegal Financial Flows in Africa; and Emerging Legal Issues: Recent Constitutional Developments in Africa – The Role of the Judiciary.
Africa Day closed with remarks from the General Counsel, Kalidou Gadio, thanking those in attendance for their participation in Africa Day and emphasizing that “it is imperative that together, we chart a new course towards translating voice, social contract and accountability into development impact in Africa.”
Super Eagles Captain, Ahmed Musa has been signed up by Jaiz Bank as a brand ambassador.
An elated Musa made the disclosure in a statement on his verified handle on micro-blogging site, X on Thursday.
The Kano Pillars striker urged his fans to troop to Jaiz Bank to do business for trusting him with the new role.
He exclaimed, “And to my amazing fans – if you want to support me, make sure to head over to Jaiz Bank and open your accounts with them today! ”
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He wrote, “✨Alhamdulillah✨ I am SO excited to announce that I’ve officially joined Jaiz Bank as their newest ambassador! 🎉💼
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On November 20, 2024, Kenya’s First Lady, Rachel Ruto, celebrated her 56th birthday and her husband President William Ruto publicly expressed his love and appreciation for his wife on this special day, wishing her well.
The birthday celebrations were marked by an outpouring of goodwill from political figures, media, and citizens across Kenya, who praised her for her grace, leadership, and significant contributions to society, particularly through initiatives like the Joyful Women Organisation, which aims to empower rural women.
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The day was characterized by a collective acknowledgment of her role as a national figure dedicated to community upliftment.
In a heartfelt message, President William Ruto took to social media, writing, “Happy birthday my love, @MamaRachelRuto. Continue being a blessing to me and our children. Mungu akubariki sana,” which translates to “God bless you abundantly.”
Other prominent leaders also extended their wishes to the First Lady, with Anne Waiguru, EGH, OGW, Governor of Kirinyaga County, tweeting, “Happy Birthday First Lady,” further showing the respect and admiration for Rachel Ruto’s leadership and impact.
A gas cylinder explosion at a filling station in Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State has resulted in significant damage to six vehicles, according to a statement from the Katsina State Police Command.
The command’s spokesperson, Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu, confirmed the incident, which occurred on Friday, November 15, 2024.
He explained that a loud explosion alerted police operatives from the Jibia Divisional Police Headquarters. Responding promptly, the Divisional Police Officer led a team to the site, supported by military personnel.
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“Upon arrival, operatives found a truck loaded with gas cylinders engulfed in flames at Tamal filling station, along Kagadama-Magamar Jibia Road,” Sadiq-Aliyu stated. The joint team acted swiftly, deploying measures to protect lives and limit property damage. Their efforts successfully extinguished the fire.
The spokesperson added, “Six motor vehicles were significantly affected by the fire incident, but fortunately, no life was lost.”
State Commissioner of Police, Aliyu Abubakar-Musa, has directed a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the explosion. Updates on the findings will be provided as investigations progress.
This incident highlights the need for heightened safety measures at gas filling stations to prevent such occurrences.
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