HON LAORI FACILITATES TRAINING OF CRITICAL STAKEHOLDERS AND COMMUNITY BASED INSTITUTIONS ON ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND RESTORATIVE JUSTICE

 

A two day intensive training that is meant to empower district heads and other critical stakeholders with the basic skills of alternative dispute resolution has been organized at the Pwanobato Event center, Numan by Hon Kwamoti B Laori, the Member representing Numan/Demsa / Lamurde Constituency in the National Assembly.

The all important training which is meant to  promote peaceful coexistence among his  constituents had participants drafted from  the religious, traditional institutions, community security structures, women, youth and cultural groups.

The training which was segmented into different brain storming sessions and practical experimentation approaches was made rich by having resources persons  such as Prof. Chinyere Alimba, Dr Agoso Bamaiyi, Dr Clement Jakhinwa, Musa Shalangwa who further enlightened participants on the  various models and approaches to  conflict resolutions.

Representatives from security agents such as the DSS, The Nigerian Police Force , The NSCDC and other related organisations such as the Public Complaint Commission, participated as worthy contributors to the training.

Earlier in his opening remark, Hon Laori appreciated the invaluable  role being played by District Heads and the community based structures which according to him  has tremendously helped in promoting unity, peace and progress in their respective domains.

The law maker laid emphasis on how significant the training is, given that it will sharpen their skills in conflict prevention and management. He advised against the tendency to resort to Court litigation, saying the cost implication can be somewhat straining on both the part of the complainant and the defendant hence the need to embrace an alternative approach in a manner that preserves  relationship thereby restoring peaceful coexistence among conflicting parties.

At the end of the training,  participants expressed appreciation to the law maker as they described the program as a huge success where they have immensely benefited due to the vision of the law maker who prioritize peace as a cardinal point of his of legislative duties. 

Speaking on behalf of the District Heads and participants Chief Linus Anonoma, the Kpana Rigangun further promised to trickle down the training to village heads and other traditional structures who will in turn apply the skills in resolving dispute. 

It is hoped that the process will help reduce pressure on paramount rulers who have been bombarded with numerous trivial cases that ordinarily should have been settled  at the lower level.

Highlights of the event was the presentation of certificates to participants by Hon Kwamoti B Laori and assisted by Mal. Mohammed Nasir Umar, the representative of Public Complaints Commission in the Zone.

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*Rt. Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori Morns Chief Fibi Nadah*

 

The member representing Numan/ Demsa/ Lamurde Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori, expressed rude shock and sadness over the report of the demise of one of Bwatiye's illustrious daughters, Chief Mrs. Fibi Nancy Nadah who passed on the on 13th Nov. 2022.

Kwamoti described, Late Chief Mrs. Fibi Nadah as a rare gem who dedicated her live to the service of humanity and her fatherland with dignity, honour and respect as teacher and a mentor. 

Late Chief Mrs. Nadah represents a generation of women of integrity, a role model to hundreds of her students, colleagues and friends, cutting across several generations.

Hon. Kwamoti made this known in a press statement made available to Daily Rendezvous, on Sunday Evening. 

In his statement, Hon. Kwamoti said, "I received  with sadness and rude shock the news of the demise of our mother, grandmother, a teacher, a community leader and an inspiration to many aspiring leaders."

"Mama Nadah has inspired me to always aim at achieving the best that I could in life.

"She has always seen the best in me and has showed love to all irrespective of our difference."

Kwamoti adds that, " Chief Nadah has left us when her, experience, wisdom and grace is needed most; especially now that Nigeria is deeply divided along ethnic, cultural and religious lines. 

"Although now gone, Chief Nadah has left indelible marks in the sands of time and her legacy would be remembered through  generations.

"I sincerely commiserate with her immediate family, the Hama Bachama, Homun Dr. Daniel Shaga Ismaila CON, the Bachama Traditional Council, Adamawa State and indeed the Nation for the irreparable loss. 

"May her gentle soul rest in peace."

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*Hon Kwamoti bestowed with award of Excellence*

Adding more feathers in his cap , the member Representing Numan Demsa Lamurde Federal Constituency in the National Assembly Hon Kwamoti B Laori has been honored by the Lutheran Gospel Singers, LCCN Todi Diocese in an event which held at LCCN St. Peters Cathedral Bali, Demsa LGA on 22nd October, 2022.

Reading a citation in his honour, The organizers revealed that the member was confered the award in recognition of his invaluable contribution to the spread of the gospel and sponsorship of Gospel Songs production and Ministers over the time 

Relating further, The Diocese applauded the law maker's passionate commitment to the spread of Gospel in Songs and renditions including all other forms of ministrations across the Diocese, LCCN Church and the entire Christiendom. To this effect, they maintained that his gestures are recognized in the vineyard of God.

 Represented by his Legislative Aide Hon. Samuel Lazarus Gibson, Hon Laori appreciated the Lutheran Gospel Singers for the recognition promising to do more . He emphasized that God is the one who gives grace and servitude to glorify him is only but paramount.

He encourage the Gospel Singers who are mostly of youthful age to do more in the service of God with their talents and strength while they can.

He posited that in serving God lies the assurance of salvation and reward, both physical and eternal which should be what everyone should aim for in the end.

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*_Hon. Kwamoti felicitates with HE Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri on conferment of award of excellence_*

 

The member Representing Numan/Demsa/Lamurde Federal Constituency in the National Assembly has felicitated with His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Fintiri on his recognition as the *Best Infrastructure Delivery Governor of the Year 2022.* 

 In an elaborate event organized by Best Strategic Media in collaboration with the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, where eminent personalities attended. Hon. Kwamoti aplauded the fact that it was President Muhammadu Buhari in person who handed the award to the Governor.

Acknowledging the Governor's recorded strides, Hon. Kwamoti described Fintiri as an exemplary leader who has clearly demonstrated a passionate commitment to transform Adamawa State. 

The law maker further noted that in less than 4 years, Governor Fintiri's administration has touched lives by revitalizing virtually every sector that needed attention. He further noted the attention given to critical sectors such as education, health, roads as well as human capital development and social intervention; the recorded feats by Fintiri are undoubtedly unprecedented in the history of Adamawa State.

Hon Kwamoti applauded the organizers of the award ceremony for their forthrightness in the painstakingly meticulous process of identifying for recognition.. transformational leaders whose track record stands as worthy of emulation.

In his words, Laori said "It's undebatable how deservedly Fintiri to have been bestowed this award, most assuredly this would spur him to do more and young aspiring leaders would be inspired to emulate him"

The lawmaker who was visibly elated, expressed gratitude to God for being a living witness and a supporter to the transformative strides of the Fintiri led administration.

He admonished the people of his Constituency and Adamawa State in general to continue giving the needed support to Governor Fintiri's transformation drive.

To ensure his continuity beyond 2023, Laori urged the electorates to use their PVCs in ensuring he is returned.

Lastly, Hon Kwamoti Laori also used the occasion to wish Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri a Happy 55 year birthday celebration in health and prosperity.

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*Hon. Kwamoti B Laori sympathizes with victims of flood disaster in Numan Demsa and Lamurde LGAs**.

Moved with compassion over the plight of flood victims in his Constituency, the member Representing Demsa/Numan/Lamurde Federal Constituency at the National Assembly Hon Kwamoti B Laori has recently completed an on the spot assessment tour of communities affected by flood with a view to ameliorating their pathetic situation.

The law maker who had Prior to his visit to the affected communities donated relief materials to the victims also sponsored officials of the Ecological Project Office Abuja to assess the situation for a possible federal government intervention in the area.

It could be recalled that the member had severally presented motions on the floor of the House of Representatives, National Assembly on Early preparation to Mitigate impact of flood disaster in the Benue trough, to this end, Hon Laori has made case for the need to construct a buffer dam at Dasin-Fufore LGA to reduce the volume of water released from Lagdo Dam, he has among many requests called on the federal government to provide relief materials and drugs to victims of Flood Disaster.

In the same vein, The Law maker has written letters to National Emergency Management Agency, Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.

He has also paid advocacy visits to relevant Ministries, Department and Agencies seeking Federal Government Intervention to mitigate and end the perennial flood disaster that has plagued the people of his Constituency over the years. 

Laori has posited that the consequences of destruction of lives and livelihood which has become the norm during rainy season must be curbed to its bearest minimum.

Many of the affected inhabitants who could not hide their joy at his prompt and consistent response to their plight have continue to drum up support for him noting that the overall effort of the federal law maker are worth commendation.

Hon. Laori appealed to the people to remain prayerful and hopeful for better days ahead.

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*HON. Kwamoti B. Laori seeks ways to prevent flooding Around Numan, Demsa and Lamurde LGAs, seeks Federal Government Intervention.*

 

Moved by the pitiable situations of victims while at the same time making attempst to proffer lasting solution to the annual flood in communities along River Benue in Numan/Demsa/Lamurde Federal Constituency, Rep. Kwamoti has sponsored the visit of officials of the Ecological Project Office, Abuja to assess the level of damage done to affected communities.

 

The visiting team which comprise of Engineers and Surveyor were in Adamawa State to carry out a survey of communities affected by flood in Numan, Demsa and Lamurde LGAs with a view to developing a comprehensive engineering design that will mitigate the impact of flooding in the area.

Visiting Officials who included -Alh. Ibrahim Salisu, Engr. Aminu Tofiq Biodun and Engr. Bilya Fana were also at the Palace of Hama Bachama, HRM. Dr. Daniel Shaga Ismaila (oon) Kpawo-nomwe, Gilongo - Diya to intimate him on the import of their visit and to also seek his Royal blessing.

Some inhabitants of the communities visited expressed optimism and hope that the annual disaster would soon be history given the level of interventions embarked upon by the Federal Government under President Muhammadu Buhari (GCFR).

Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori pledged to engage both legislative and extra- legislative means to ensure that flooding become a thing of the past. 

The people commended the law maker for providing relief materials to victims and for the extra legislative effort he is making to prevent future occurrence.

The people who were visibly elated aplauded the initiative while also pledging their continuous support and solidarity to the law maker. They pledged to identify with him even as they prayed for him to succeed in all his endeavor.

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*HON. KWAMOTI DONATES RELIEF MATERIALS TO VICTIMS OF FLOOD DISASTER IN NUMAN/DEMSA/LAMURDE.*

 

In a bid to cushion some effects by  ameliorating the suffering of the victims of flood disaster in Numan, Demsa and Lamurde LGAs, Reps Member Hon  Kwamoti B Laori has donated assorted foodstuffs to victims of the natural disaster.

The law maker  expressed  displeasure over the continuous negligence of the Federal Government towards the plight of the people as  the flood become a yearly reoccurrence.

He further expressed  dissatisfaction with the fire brigade approach of government over the years in response to natural disasters such as flood in the area.

He stressed that all efforts to make the federal government to take proactive measures towards prevention of the recurring disaster were not taken with the anticipated seriousness it deserves.

He blamed the federal government for not heeding the professional advise provided in several motions by himself and other members of parliaments being affected by perennial flooding in other parts of the Country especially, states along the Benue trough.

While commiserating with the flood victims, Kwamoti further assured them of his unrelenting efforts to ensure that the federal government do the needful in providing relief as well as taking permanent measures to prevent future occurrence 

Some of the advise given according to the law maker includes dredging of River Benue to rid the water channel of siltation, Review of the agreement if any between Nigeria and Cameroon on the use of Water resources from Lagdo Dam and the construction of a buffer Dam at Dasin- Fufore LGA of Adamawa State to break  the water pressure by containing the excess releases to prevent flood in the area.

The Rep. Member further assured the people of his commitment to get the Federal Government to respond to their plight. 

He maintained that though the relief materials provided may not be sufficient to address the huge needs gaps that the flood has caused , it is only meant to palliate their suffering.

He encouraged the people to be brave in this trying moment which shall soon be history. He called on the people to be their brother's keepers by  showing love through caring and sharing. 

The victims on their part expressed great appreciation to the Law maker for coming to their aid and assured him of their continuous support and prayers.

Community Leaders also assured the member that the relief materials provided would be judiciously distributed to victims.

Items distributed include, bags of rice, sugar, garri, cartons of Maggi, Nuddles, Spaghetti, tubers of yam, vegetable oil, among others.

Hon. Kwamoti was represented by some political stakeholders and associates from Numan, Demsa and Lamurde LGAs.

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COUNTERING AMB AA UBA'S TIRADE ON FINTIRI by George Kushi

 

These days it has become the vogue to try at all cost to be relevant. The bad thing however is that some are trying to  do that at all cost. It is therefore not surprising that a self-aclaimed ambassador,AA Uba has released a video which has gone viral claiming to represent a faceless group.

In a tirade reminiscent of a politically frustrated man he painted a jaundiced picture of the Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru  Fintiri. His grouse against the government rests on the fact that Governor  Fintiri's government  has been stingy by failing to dole out money to his ilk. In his tirade,he lambasted the governor for sending him "only two hundred  thousand Naira".

 To have come up with this accusation says much about the kind of person he is. Of great interest is that he did not say how he merited the governor's largese other than the fact he was a supporter years back. For all his rantings he is only one of hundreds of thousands that voted Fintiri. His vote,like every other vote was important and was important to the overall victory for good governance that we all craved ,but that was where AA Uba should have ended his tirade.

 Like himself,thousands voted for Fintiri,if he really did,but not all  folded their  hands waiting for handouts to bail them  out of poverty or hunger. Since when  has the privilege to serve as a governor become an avenue for enriching "family and friends"?  AA Uba ,however to the contrary of democratic norms thinks that personal empowerment of friends is a virtue and he  used it to extol Nyako. 

Many that have not received " only two hundred thousand "are  however pleased with the results of this administration that has kept its promise of good governance. The hunger driven needs of political hangers-on is not ,and should not be the focus of an accountable government. AA Uba would have elicited sympathy if he had mentioned promises that are unfulfilled,rather than his personal problems.

Fintiri never promised to distribute money to individuals and is therefore not obligated to do so.

While trying to be relevant,at least to those that out of envy try to vilify Fintiri,Uba exposed hidden features beneath his otherwise well fed exterior;greed. Our common wealth is not for the governor to dash out. The people of Adamawa voted for Fintiri and will hold him accountable for  any amount spent. Yet, Ambassador Uba did not tell us wether he rejected the money sent to him nor bothered to intimate us on how he earned or deserved it. His claims of not being poor is proof that Uba does not know what poverty is all about. Poverty is in the first  instance is moral bankruptcy,followed by intellectual insufficiency,then greed and finally financial insatiability. Uba should critically assess these before declaring into which category he belongs.

Another area of interest that Uba touched on is the issue of how Fintiri came to office. In this the "complainant" seems to have forgotten that to us that believe it n God,power emanates from Him(God").His claims of billions spent to place Fintiri in the seat of government is erroneous. If billions were doled out is a different issue,but a closer look will reveal that the least funded governorship campaign was that of Fintiri. His campaign was made up of so few vehicles such that supporters paid for the vehicles that transported them. For the sake of clarity,the "donors" should audit those they sent with those horrendous sums that were  pocketed by greedy hangers-on that abound in Yola,while those that voted saw little in the rural areas. For such amounts to prove useful,Uba should be placed in charge by any candidate audacious enough to trust him.

In essence, Uba needs a rethink on his political views as he tries to bring religion into it. Why the issue of Hajj? Was part of the campaign promise? It is good to go on pilgrimage to Mecca,but nowhere is it said that the government must sponsor intending pilgrims(both Christian and Moslem). Bringing the issue of "alfarma" is not commensurate with the tenets of both Christianity a nd Islam,especially in a situation where the really poor that cannot afford the fare wallow in rural areas. This is not your say that the government does not,and is not sponsoring pilgrims,but to point out to Uba that on this issue his accusation is unfortunately misplaced because he is not speaking on behalf of those that really matter as far as the issue is concerned.

As if that is not enough,the same person that is trying to show concern on a Godly issue,the same person fighting for those that intend to go on pilgrimage and seek forgiveness is at the same time preaching vengeance and vindictiveness from those that Fintiri might have offended. He is not saying how had been offended by his ungratefulness 

for" only two hundred thousand Naira",but has promised to mobilise against any attempt to foster peace through reconciliation. 

In all honesty can this person be considered as one that really means well to Adamawa State? From all indications,this man is an enemy to peace,an enemy to the people of Adamawa State,an enemy to Nigeria and in fact an enemy to mankind. Such should cast out religious communities,kept away from all that pray for meaningful progress in society, because only  the devil is pleased with people.

Islam means peace. How does Uba expect peace to reign without forgiveness? No doubt the devil is in his workshop;an idle mind. God is all forgiving. Uba should learn to forgive before the bitterness in him and love for rewards from people around him consume and send him to  perdition.

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HON. KWAMOTI B. LAORI DONATES KITS TO FOOTBALL CLUBS AT MAHMUD RIBADU SQUARE YOLA TO COMMEMORATE JUNE 12

 

Defining himself as a true democrat while commemorating the 2022 June 12 DEMOCRACY DAY Rt. Hon. Kwamoti has surprised some local foot ball clubs within the Jimeta metropolis, the clubs namely FC YELWA, FC BAREBARE, AND FC PALACE are the lucky ones who benefited from the gesture. Items such as football jerseys, balls and other sporting kits were among the gifts handed over to the various clubs by the law maker 

Hon Laori had earlier joined them in the morning exercise and after a hard training presented the items to them from where he encouraged the youth to embrace sports which enables one to keep fit and maintain good health. He posited that sport is a means of generating employment and wealth creation and the upporrtuniies therein are so vast should therefore be properly utilized.

He urged them to work harder and to continue to channel their energies towards such meaningful ventures that would promote peaceful coexistence, unity and progress thereby complementing the state governments progressive efforts as led by HE Rt. Hon Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri who has continued to demonstrate this through the numerous transformation drive he is embarking in Adamawa State.

Visibly elated, The Team Leaders who could not hide their joy appreciated the Federal Law Maker for his support and encouragement towards youth empowerment, skill acquisition and sport development more especially in his Constituency and across the length and breadth of State. 

In their various responses to Laori' s gesture, the team leaders applauded the Hon. Member's rare simplicity, humility and generosity from where they called on other political leaders to emulate his uncommon display of reasonable gesture to the society.

They posited that not many leaders join to play with them during morning physical exercise at the Ribadu Square and his ability to do will not only inspire them but will go a long way in propelling others to do so.

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