PRINCE HARRY LEAVES AFRICAN PARKS BOARD AFTER CHARITY ADMITTED RANGERS COMMITTED HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSES. (PHOTO).

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 Prince Harry leaves African Parks board after charity admitted rangers committed human rights abuses Prince Harry has left the board of African Parks after nearly a decade with the conservation charity, a year after the organization acknowledged that some of its rangers had committed human rights abuses. A spokesperson for Harry, 41, confirmed his departure while emphasizing that his work in African conservation will continue. “The Duke is proud of his 10 years with African Parks and fully supports the ongoing strengthening of its Board,” the spokesperson said. “His commitment to conservation in Africa continues, and he remains a supporter of African Parks’ mission.” Harry first partnered with African Parks in 2016 and became president of the organization the following year. He was appointed to its board of directors in 2023. His departure comes after African Parks commissioned an independent investigation into allegations that rangers had r@ped, beaten and tortured Indigenous peo...

STAY AWAY FROM BLAST SCENES TO AVOID HEALTH CONSEQUENCES SOKOTO GOVT WARNS RESIDENTS. (PHOTO).


 Stay Away from Blast Scenes to Avoid Health Consequences Sokoto Govt Warns Residents


In a related development, Sokoto State Government has warned Communities affected by insecurity to desist from visiting Areas hit by explosives in order to avoid serious health implications.


This is contained in a statement signed by the Director-General, Media and Publicity, Government House, Sokoto, Abubakar Bawa, and made available to Journalists in Sokoto.


According to the statement, the warning became imperative following the manner in which Residents of Jabo Town trooped to the scene of Thursday’s  blast shortly after it occurred. 


The Government noted that such actions could have serious consequences for both living and non-living things.


Experts, according to the statement, have identified several health implications associated with exposure to explosives, especially when poorly handled. 


These include;Skin irritation or burns resulting from contact with certain chemicals;

Respiratory problems caused by inhalation of toxic fumes and Potential toxicity arising from ingestion or prolonged exposure to explosive residues.


The State Government reiterated its determination to continue safeguarding the lives of the People of Sokoto State, irrespective of where they reside.


The statement further directed Local Government Chairmen, traditional rulers, and religious leaders in all high-risk Areas of the State to intensify Public enlightenment on the dangers associated with visiting blast sites.


It also instructed Local Government Authorities to ensure that Areas affected by explosions are cordoned off and made inaccessible to Residents.


The State Government reassured the People of Sokoto of its unwavering commitment to securing the entire State and appealed for their continued support and cooperation in this regard.

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