Paul Kross

ICT personnel, Blogger/Graphics Designer, Web developer, Photography, Video Editor, Drone Pilot/Content Creator/Social Media Manager/Computer Engineer

[Caritas Nigeria @CCFNigeria]

In Daudu Community, Makurdi Local Government Area of #benuestate, @CCFNigeria, with funding support from the @Refugees, and @unhcrnigeria, distributed solar household kits to herder households residing along the Zongo–Tatyough Road. The intervention forms part of broader efforts to improve safety, protection, and living conditions for vulnerable populations.

To further enhance community safety, solar streetlights have been installed in both herder and farmer #communities, improving visibility at night and enabling households to carry out essential activities after dark with reduced exposure to protection risks, including snake bites. For beneficiaries, the solar kits provide a reliable source of lighting while contributing to improved living conditions, greater security, and peace of mind.

The intervention reflects the commitment of @CCFNigeria, with support from @unhcrnigeria, to inclusive protection, ensuring vulnerable populations are reached without discrimination while promoting peaceful coexistence and stronger relationships between communities.

Caritas Nigeria together with @unhcrnigeria remains committed to building safer and more peaceful communities where everyone can live with dignity and hope.

#SDG7
#UNHCR
#protection
#CommunityProtection
#PeacefulCoexistence
#CommunityResilience

[Caritas Nigeria @CCFNigeria]

@CCFNigeria, with funding support from @Refugees and @unhcrnigeria, has distributed household solar kits to over 200 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) at the International Market Camp in Makurdi, Benue State. The beneficiaries, who were displaced by the violence in Yelewata, included vulnerable groups such as older persons, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and persons with special needs. The intervention is part of ongoing efforts to improve living conditions and strengthen protection for displaced families.

The solar kits will provide families with reliable lighting, help them charge mobile phones and other essential devices, and improve visibility around their shelters at night. Beneficiaries expressed appreciation for the support, describing it as timely and helpful in making life in the camp easier. Through continued collaboration, @CCFNigeria and @unhcrnigeria are helping displaced families navigate the challenges of displacement while working towards safer, more resilient communities.

#CaritasNigeria
#UNHCR
#Protection
#IDPs
#DurableSolutions #SDG7

[Caritas Nigeria @CCFNigeria]

For displaced families in #benuestate, returning home means rebuilding lives and restoring livelihoods. With funding support from @Refugees, @CCFNigeria is implementing interventions to support displacement-affected populations across communities in Makurdi and Guma Local Government Areas of #benuestate. The intervention includes Multi-Purpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) for shelter reconstruction, as well as Solarization through the distribution of household solar kits, Installation of streetlights, and Protection (PROTECT and Case Management).

More than 2000 #beneficiaries have received the first tranche of shelter assistance, enabling them to procure essential construction materials, including blocks, sharp sand, and cement, and commence the reconstruction of their homes. The shelter assistance is supporting affected households to rebuild their homes and facilitate their transition towards safe, dignified, and sustainable return.

To assess progress and ensure accountability, Caritas Nigeria is conducting Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM) across affected communities in Makurdi and Guma LGAs, including Yelewata, Tatyough, and Tyomu. The exercise assesses beneficiaries’ progress, verifies the availability and use of construction materials, and determines their readiness for the release of the second #tranche of assistance.

#SDGs
#Shelter
#Rebuildinglives
#Humanitarianresponse

[ARISE NEWS @ARISEtv]

Cristiano Ronaldo officially marries longtime partner Georgina Rodriguez in Cascais, Portugal, one year after their engagement was announced. https://t.co/VvKb8PADmL

[Caritas Nigeria @CCFNigeria]

Reliable reporting is vital to protecting vulnerable communities.

To strengthen the Early Warning and Early Response (EWER) system in Benue State, UNHCR, in partnership with @CCFNigeria, distributed solar kits to key community informants in Yelewata, Tatyough, North Bank 1, and North Bank 2 communities across Guma and Makurdi LGAs.

The solar kits will provide a reliable power source for charging tablets and other devices used with the Protect Tool, enabling uninterrupted reporting of protection incidents and timely early warning alerts. Beneficiaries also received guidance on the installation, operation, and maintenance of the kits to ensure long-term use.

This initiative strengthens community-based protection, enhances early risk detection, and supports timely humanitarian responses for displaced persons and host communities.

#IDPs
#ProtectTool
#SolarKits
#CommunityProtection
#EarlyWarning
#EarlyResponse
#HumanitarianAction

[Caritas Nigeria @CCFNigeria]

Following the recent armed attack on Effeyi Utikpi Ugboju Community in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State, which led to the loss of lives, injuries, displacement of families, and destruction of homes, @CCFNigeria, with support from the United Nations High Commissioner for @Refugees, provided emergency humanitarian assistance to affected residents.

This intervention formed part of a joint humanitarian assessment mission coordinated by the Benue State Emergency Management Agency (Benue-SEMA) on 31 July 2026. The mission assessed the immediate needs of affected households by profiling families who lost loved ones or were displaced to identify their protection concerns and humanitarian needs, enabling the rapid delivery of critical emergency assistance to the most vulnerable.

As part of the emergency response, Caritas Nigeria, with UNHCR support, distributed essential relief materials from the UNHCR emergency stockpile to affected households. The items provided included Type B stainless steel kitchen sets, long-lasting insecticide-treated mosquito nets, mats, solar lamps, and blankets. These relief items are intended to help families address urgent basic needs and improve their living conditions in the aftermath of the attack and displacement.

#Caritas Nigeria and #UNHCR reiterated their commitment to supporting conflict-affected communities and ensuring that vulnerable populations continue to receive timely and appropriate humanitarian assistance. Additional support interventions will be considered upon completion and validation of the profiling and assessment data collected during the mission.

#BenueSEMA
#EmergencyResponse
#HumanitarianAssistance
#Protection #BenueState
#Otukpo
#IDPs

[Caritas Nigeria @CCFNigeria]

@CCFNigeria and @Refugees hosted a high-level delegation comprising Ambassadors from four European Union Member States, namely Sweden, Spain, Belgium, and Finland. The delegation was accompanied by the UNHCR Country Representative, Arjun Jain; the Executive Secretary of the Benue State Emergency Management Agency (BSEMA), Sir James Iorpuu; and the Director-General of Benue State Homeland Security, Air Commodore Jacob Gbanwuan, on a field mission to selected project sites across Benue State.

The visit provided the delegation with an opportunity to gain first-hand insight into the humanitarian assistance and protection activities being implemented by UNHCR through Caritas Nigeria in support of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and host communities in Yelwata, Makurdi, Tyo Mu, and Tatyough.

During the mission, the delegation interacted directly with affected populations, community leaders, Peace Committees, and humanitarian partners. Discussions focused on key areas including community-based protection, peacebuilding and social cohesion, the PROTECT Early Warning and Early Response (EWER) system, shelter support, livelihood initiatives, and the pursuit of durable solutions for displaced communities.

The mission also enabled the delegation to assess progress achieved so far while identifying ongoing challenges, such as insecurity, limited access to basic services, rising construction costs, and the lack of functional health and educational facilities in Tatyough.

The visit underscores the importance of sustained collaboration among government institutions, humanitarian organizations, development partners, and community structures to strengthen protection mechanisms, foster peaceful coexistence, enhance sustainable livelihood opportunities, and advance durable solutions for displaced and host communities across Benue State.

#BenueState
#Protection
#Peacebuilding
#PROTECT
#IDPResponse
#Livelihoods
#Partnership

[Caritas Nigeria @CCFNigeria]

@CCFNigeria and @Refugees hosted the Executive Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, alongside the Executive Secretary of Benue State Emergency Management Agency, Sir James Iorpuu, during a visit to the Early Warning Early Response (EWER) Data Centre in Makurdi.

The visit provided an opportunity for the Governor to observe the Centre's protection and information management systems, which support vulnerable and displacement-affected communities across the state. UNHCR's Head of Field Office in Makurdi, Evelyn Katono, demonstrated how trained community informants use the PROTECT tool to report protection incidents and early warning alerts, enabling timely analysis and response by relevant stakeholders.

Governor Alia commended UNHCR, Caritas Nigeria, and Benue State Emergency Management Agency for developing an innovative system that strengthens community-based protection, supports early detection and reporting of risks, and enhances responses to issues that could lead to displacement.

Jointly supported by #UNHCR and the Benue State Government, the Data Centre is managed by Caritas Nigeria data analysts in collaboration with BSEMA and UNHCR to ensure effective information management and evidence-based decision-making.

The initiative underscores a shared commitment to improving protection outcomes, building community resilience, and supporting durable solutions for displaced and host communities.

The Governor expressed satisfaction with the progress achieved and reaffirmed the state's commitment to supporting partnerships that promote peace, protection, and sustainable recovery. The visit concluded with a renewed commitment from all partners to strengthen collaboration and invest in innovative approaches that enhance protection systems and early response mechanisms across Benue State.

#ProtectionMatters
#EarlyWarning
#EarlyResponse
#CommunityResilience
#HumanitarianAction
#BenueState

[Fabrizio Romano @FabrizioRomano]

🚨🔵🔴 Barcelona have fully agreed on personal terms with Rodri after contract proposal sent to his agent.

Negotiations club to club to follow with Man City to advance on transfer fee and get the deal done ASAP.

🎥➕ https://t.co/qAhLqKiRBL

[Paul Kross @PaulKross1]

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[oseni rufai @ruffydfire]

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[oseni rufai @ruffydfire]

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[Caritas Nigeria @CCFNigeria]

Our Executive Secretary/CEO, @icasalaudu recently embarked on a three-day working visit from June 28th to July 2nd to the @CCFNigeria Makurdi Field Office in Benue State, reaffirming the organization's commitment to strengthening field operations, fostering staff engagement, and enhancing the delivery of humanitarian programme to vulnerable communities.

The key highlight of the visit was a Town Hall Meeting, where staff presented progress updates on major interventions, including the Protection, Shelter, National Humanitarian Fund, and Support for Internally Displaced Persons in Nigeria (SIDPIN, a UNHCR-funded intervention) projects. Discussions focused on programme achievements, lessons learned, implementation challenges, and practical strategies for strengthening humanitarian impact across Benue State.
@icasalaudu commended the field team's dedication and reaffirmed Management's commitment to supporting staff while promoting teamwork, accountability, innovation, and excellence in humanitarian service delivery.

The visit also included one-on-one staff engagements, spiritual activities, and cultural displays. As a mark of appreciation for his leadership, the Makurdi Field Office presented the Executive Secretary with a traditional Tiv chasuble and girdle, while both Management and staff reaffirmed their commitment to advancing Caritas Nigeria's humanitarian mission.

#HumanitarianAction
#ServingHumanity
#ProtectionMatters
#StaffEngagement
#FaithInAction
#BenueState

[Caritas Nigeria @CCFNigeria]

As part of ongoing efforts to support internally displaced persons (IDPs) and host communities in Benue State, @CCFNigeria , in partnership with @unhcrnigeria , conducted a supervision and monitoring visit to the ongoing perimeter fence construction at the Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Yelewata.

The joint monitoring exercise, carried out by Caritas Nigeria engineers and the UNHCR team, assessed the quality of work and provided technical guidance to ensure the project meets the required standards. Now 90% complete, the perimeter fence will enhance the security of the health facility, creating a safer environment for healthcare workers, patients, and the wider Yelewata community.

During the visit, the team also inspected the PHC's solar-powered system and carried out technical adjustments to improve its efficiency, ensuring a more reliable and sustainable power supply for healthcare services.

This intervention is implemented under UNHCR's Solutions for Internally Displaced Persons in Nigeria (SIDPIN) Project, which aims to strengthen protection and improve access to essential services for displaced persons and host communities.

Together with our partners, Caritas Nigeria remains committed to delivering sustainable protection interventions and improving access to quality services for vulnerable communities.

We appreciate @unhcrnigeria for its continued partnership in building safer, healthier, and more resilient communities.
#SIDPIN
#ProtectionServices
#IDPs
#CommunityProtection
#HealthcareAccess
#HumanitarianResponse

[Paul Kross @PaulKross1]

This is the convoy of Godswill Akpabio, the Senate President of Nigeria, a country where 140 million people are extremely poor.. But Remi Tinubu wants @davido, @burnaboy and others to help the poor

[Paul Kross @PaulKross1]

15kWh battery system, a 6.2kVA hybrid inverter, and eight (8) 650W bifacial original Jinko solar panels

[Peter Obi Grassroots Mobilization. @PO_GrassRootM]

Dave Umahi wants to debate Peter Obi but couldn’t even build the coastal highway properly. Now see the damage he’s caused Lagos residents.

[Paul Kross @PaulKross1]

15kwh battery 48v with 6.2kva hybrid inverter , 8 650w original jinko panels

[Fabrizio Romano @FabrizioRomano]

Here we go!

URGENTE: A maior estrela do Brasil teve uma conversa particular com o técnico da Seleção. Essa conversa talvez tenha mudado o destino do país. 🇧🇷

Esses bastidores, e muitos outros, você descobre agora em Brasil 70: A Saga do Tri, na @NetflixBrasil.

BREAKING: Brazil’s biggest star had a private talk with the national team coach. That conversation may have changed the course of a nation. 🇧🇷

These behind-the-scenes moments, and many more, you can discover now in Brazil 70: A Saga do Tri on @NetflixBrasil.
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[Fabrizio Romano @FabrizioRomano]

🚨🔵 Understand Chelsea have been very clear with Barcelona: no intention at all to negotiate, discuss or talk about João Pedro.

#CFC see João as key part of project, it’s not about bid/value. No intention to sell at all.

Chelsea consider João untouchable. 🇧🇷

[Federal Ministry of Youth Development, Nigeria @fmydNG]

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: MY FAMILY COMPANION NATIONAL READING RELAY 🇳🇬

A NATIONAL GUINNESS WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT

The Federal Ministry of Youth Development, in collaboration with Dr. Otubo Victor and the Medical Women Association of Nigeria, proudly announces a historic national initiative that places Nigerian youths at the center of global impact.

In alignment with the Presidential declaration of 2026 as the Year of Families and Social Development, and in commemoration of the International Day of Families, May 15th, we invite passionate young Nigerians to be part of the My Family Companion National Reading Relay.

🗓 Event Date: May 15th, 2026
📍 Location: Virtual Participation (Nationwide & Diaspora)
👥 Eligibility: Nigerians aged 35 and below

This landmark event will feature a coordinated national reading of My Family Companion, an award-winning, simple yet research-based health resource written by Dr. OVO (Otubo Victor Ogemdi), advancing maternal, child, and family health awareness.

🌍 Why You Should Apply:
✨ Be part of an official Guinness World Record attempt
✨ Gain national recognition and certification as a record holder
✨ Amplify your voice on a global stage for family health advocacy
✨ Join a community of doctors, students, and health advocates driving change

We are calling on:
🇳🇬 Young Nigerians passionate about maternal and child health
🩺 Young Medical professionals | 🎓 Health students
📣 Health advocates | 🌐 Nigerians in diaspora

This is more than participation, it is a chance to contribute to a national movement that aligns policy, purpose, and people around strengthening families.

📌 Indicate your interest by registering with the link below and secure your place in history.
https://t.co/RbAysS50nq

Together, through our voices, we will educate, empower, and elevate families across Nigeria and beyond.

#MyFamilyCompanion #NationalReadingRelay #YearOfFamilies2026 #InternationalDayOfFamilies #YouthForHealth #Nigeria #GuinnessWorldRecord