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IOM Aids Stranded Migrants in Central African Republic Military Airport Site
GENEVA – IOM has distributed 560 non-food relief item kits at Bangui’s Military Airport Transit Site to help some of the over 3,000 stranded third country nationals and internally displaced persons (IDPs) sheltering at the site.
The kits, donated by UNHCR, included blankets, mats, mosquito nets, soap, kitchen sets and jerry cans.
IOM, which is managing the site at the request of the Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) Humanitarian Cluster, is also organizing “wet feeding” for site residents.
Beans, super cereal plus, oil, salt, and sugar provided by WFP and ICRC are distributed to volunteers who cook and serve food to the entire community.
The site is one of the few relatively safe locations in Bangui for stranded migrants and internally displaced Muslims fearing attacks from armed “anti-balaka” Christian groups. Previously a transit center, it is now increasingly becoming a longer-term site.
Most of the stranded migrants need help from IOM or their governments to return to their countries of origin. Since early January, IOM has evacuated 5,401 migrants by air. But funding for evacuation charter flights is now exhausted.
The population is also growing daily as humanitarian organizations refer terrified Muslims in search of shelter and safety to the site.
IOM operates a mobile clinic at the site and Doctors Without Borders (MSF) and Emergency International are also providing medical services. Many of the population prefer to stay at the site, fearing attacks if they leave to go to the hospital.
Meanwhile IOM’s team of 42 site facilitators continue to regularly visit over 60 IDP sites in Bangui to gather information on the situation and needs of other IDPs. IOM alerts humanitarian partners of gaps in service provision and refers cases of gender-based violence and unaccompanied minors to appropriate agencies. The main needs identified continue to be provision of food and non-food aid, and visits by mobile clinics.
IOM is seeking funding to help migrants and IDPs at the Military Airport Transit Site and other IDP sites in Bangui, and to continue evacuations of Third Country Nationals. It has appealed for USD 17.5 million, but has only received USD 2.8 million to date. Of the USD 17.5 million, USD 10 million will go towards evacuations and USD 7.5 million towards helping migrants and IDPs in the camps.
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! 🎉💼
“A huge thank you to @JaizBankNG for trusting me and allowing me to be a part of this amazing journey! 🙏🏼💚 It’s an honor to represent a brand that believes in growth, security, and financial empowerment.
“I can’t wait to share all the incredible things we’ll be doing together! 🚀💡
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! Let’s grow together! 💪🏼🔑
“@JaizBankNG is a non interest Financial institution poised with a mission to make life better through ethical Finance. 👌👌”
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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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