The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, has ordered investigation into the alleged brutalization of civilian workers at Command Secondary School Iyana Ipaja, Lagos by soldiers.
The directive by the Army Chief is in response to the
recent concerns raised by the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN) over the incident.
According to a statement by the Army Spokesman, Maj.Gen Onyeama Nwachukwu, made available to the press on Tuesday in Abuja,the
Chief of Army Staff , in his unwavering commitment to upholding the rights of all personnel, including the civilian staff, has directed the Provost Marshal (Army) to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into the unfortunate incident.
The statement said the
investigation will comprehensively address all allegations raised by the ASCSN, with a focus on ensuring accountability and justice for all parties involved.
“The Nigerian Army (NA) recognizes the vital role that civilian staff play in supporting its operations and day to day administration and is therefore dedicated to fostering a positive and respectful working environment for all personnel. While acknowledging that misunderstandings or miscommunication may occur, the ongoing investigation aims to provide clarity and implement necessary measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.”
General Nwachukwu said, the NA is committed to upholding the rule of law and respect for the rights of all its employees, including the fundamental rights to freedom of association and collective bargaining.
“Currently, the NA is actively engaging with the Ministry of Defence and the ASCSN to address any outstanding issues and promote a cordial working relationship and industrial harmony. The NA strongly believes that open communication and collaboration are key to resolving challenges, and is fully committed to maintaining these principles.”
As the investigation progresses, the NA urges all parties to refrain from making premature judgments or spreading misinformation.
“Trust in the process is essential, and the NA is confident that the investigation will provide a clear and accurate understanding of the situation to facilitate appropriate and fair actions. We appreciate the patience and understanding of all stakeholders, as we diligently work to address these concerns”.
[4:27 pm, 11/06/2024] Mr. Chuks: NYSC Denies Extension Of Registration For 2024 Batch B Orientation Programme.
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has dismissed a press release indicating it has extended the registration date of the 2024 Batch “B” Orientation programme.
In a statement by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Eddy Megwa, issued on Tuesday, the Service said the purported release, signed by one Samad Abdullahi, and unsuspectingly quoted by some bloggers as originating from the Scheme is fake.
“For the purposes of information, the NYSC registration portal experienced a glitch on Saturday 8th June, 2024. Prospective Corps Members were immediately notified of the problem in the NYSC portal. When the issue was rectified, registration by Prospective Corps Members (PCMs) continued on the same day.
“Upon reaching the maximum number of PCMs required for the incoming batch in line with the carrying capacities of the 37 NYSC Orientation Camps nationwide, the portal was shutdown accordingly.
While apologising to the PCMs who could not register for Service before registration was discontinued, Megwa assured them that the portal will reopen for 2024 Batch “B” Stream II on a date that will be announced later.
“Criminally-minded individuals who have the penchant of issuing fake press releases on NYSC operations are warned to desist forthwith, as anyone caught will be handed over to the Law enforcement agents for prosecution.
The service also urged Online reporters and bloggers to always confirm the authenticity of reports before publishing.
