Winifred Ikhine Akinyemi

Lawyer and International Development Professional. focus- human development, Social Justice, Human Rights, Diversity and Inclusion. SDGs. Views are mine,

[Dr Tom Clonan @TomClonan]

Older Parents & #Carers Informed By @HSELive⁩ They 100% Legally Responsible For ‘Accommodation & Care’ Of Adult #Disabled Citizens ‘Until They DIE’ -This Ableist Concept -That Family Bear 100% Responsibility For #Disabled Citizens With ZERO Support REJECTED In Care Referendum

[Virgin Media News @VirginMediaNews]

The wife of Irishman Seamus Culleton, detained in an immigration facility in Texas for five months, has called for his release, saying she wants him to come home safely and that the experience has been “heartbreaking”.

#VMNews

[Winifred Ikhine Akinyemi @wikhine]

Great job focusing on training for Gender Advisers, greatly needed 🎉

[DEFENCE HQ NIGERIA @DHQNigeria]

PRESS RELEASE

CDS REAFFIRMS AFN’S COMMITMENT TO HUMAN SECURITY AS GENDER ADVISERS TRAINING OPENS IN ABUJA

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General OO Oluyede, has reiterated the commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) to be a people-centric, ethically grounded and professionally accountable military. He stated this on Monday, 26 January 2026, at the opening ceremony of the Human Security and Gender Advisers Course, holding at the Nigerian Army Resource Centre (NARC), Asokoro, Abuja.

The CDS ably represented by the Chief of Defence Standards and Evaluation, Major General Ibrahim Lassa, commended the British Defence staff for their sustained support and cooperation in enhancing the operational effectiveness of the AFN, particularly in the area of civil-military relations. He averred that, the collaboration reflects the enduring defence partnership between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, built on shared values and mutual commitment to contemporary and people-oriented approaches to national security.

General Oluyede noted that Nigeria’s security environment remains complex, fluid and multidimensional, characterized more by asymmetric warfare, violent extremism, communal conflicts, transnational crimes and humanitarian emergencies that directly affect civil populace. He further stressed that security must go beyond territorial defence to include the protection of lives, preservation of human dignity and strengthening of societal resilience.

The Defence Chief said the course aligns with his strategic philosophy of consolidating the capacities of the AFN through enhanced jointness, a reinforced operational posture, improved welfare efforts and sound administration, all aimed at maintaining the Armed Forces’ core mandate of guaranteeing Nigeria’s sovereignty and prosperity under a whole-of-government approach. He said, “the AFN is being repositioned as a force that is not only operationally capable but also ethically grounded, people-centred, and responsive to the socio-cultural realities of the its operational environment”.

The CDS underscored that preventive action, collaboration with civilian institutions and the protection of civilians are now integral elements of military effectiveness. He described human security and gender advisory roles as force multipliers that reinforce legitimacy, expand operational reach, and enhance mission sustainability.

He encouraged participants to take full advantage of the course as a platform for knowledge exchange, critical reflection and professional networking. The knowledge and skills gained, he said, must translate into practical application during operational planning, field deployments, and engagements with civilian populations.

Earlier in his welcome address, the Chief of Defence Civil-Military Relations, Rear Admiral Saburi Lawal, described the course as a key initiative aimed at enhancing the professional competence of Nigeria’s security institutions. He stated that participants were carefully selected to serve in advisory capacities within the AFN, the Nigeria Police Force, and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps.

Rear Admiral Lawal expressed confidence that the training would enhance professionalism, strengthen civil-military cooperation, and build trust between security agencies and the civilian population. He urged participants to approach the programme with dedication, professionalism, and an open mind, noting that their active engagement would be critical to achieving the course objectives.

The AFN will continue to collaborate with partners towards capacity building and professional growth of its personnel.

SAMAILA UBA
Major General
Director, Defence Information
26 January 2026

[Winifred Ikhine Akinyemi @wikhine]

@rtenews Rest in perfect peace, amazing Sr. Stan she will be sorely missed

[Sinéad🐻💙 @sbear101]

Can YOU please make your way to #Belfast this day 2 weeks ?
Can you please stand with Fiona Donohoe ?
Can you please, please use your voice ?

2 WEEKS TODAY 💙#JusticeForNoahDonohoe
#FeetOnTheStreet
#Belfast #05Apr

[Winifred Ikhine Akinyemi @wikhine]

@lil_doza This is heart breaking and traumatising, so sorry this happened to you. I hope you get all the support you need and that your attacker is made accountable. The truth is no one in a black body is safe 😭

[Herbert Wigwe, C.F.R @HerbertOWigwe]

Today and always, let us remember that life is a precious gift - a chance to breathe, feel, love, experience and connect. 

Let's honor this gift by living with purpose, kindness, and gratitude, making every moment count.
Let us number our days.

#HOW

[Embassy of Ireland Nigeria @IrlEmbNigeria]

Ambassador Ryan was delighted to catch-up today with @MamasheeIE herself whose amazing Irish-Nigerian food products including Kilishi are bringing African flavours to Ireland.

[Embassy of Ireland Nigeria @IrlEmbNigeria]

Honoured to meet with the Hon Dr Abike Dabiri-Erewa who leads the Nigerian Diaspora Commission and looking forward to working together in an area of great importance to both of our nations. #community (Amb)

[Embassy of Ireland Nigeria @IrlEmbNigeria]

It was a real pleasure for Team Ireland to welcome @MamasheeIE Edizemi Onilenla today and hear her inspiring story & her infectious passion for bringing Ireland and Nigeria closer together. #community

[Irish Foreign Ministry @dfatirl]

Africa Day celebrations begin this weekend, with over 50 events taking place across Ireland over the coming weeks.

Join us this Sunday, 21 May for a day of African music, dance and art at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham. No car parking on-site.

Find out👉🏼 https://t.co/txeZOVQY24

[Winifred Ikhine Akinyemi @wikhine]

@IrlEmbNigeria @MamasheeIE @SuperValuIRL @SusanHayes_ @SharingWithYemi @GlobalIrish @tusla @abikedabiri @nidcom_gov @kingsleyaikins @MikeFeerick Great stuff Mama Shee, well done for all you do. Many thanks to Amb Peter Ryan for providing this wonderful platform and for greatly appreciating us - the Nigerian Irish 👏@IrlEmbNigeria

[Winifred Ikhine Akinyemi @wikhine]

Equal rights for Irish children born through surrogacy is needed now - Sign the Petition! https://t.co/7bvnQ34210 via @Change

[Irish Foreign Ministry @dfatirl]

This #stbrigidsday, Ireland celebrates the creativity and achievements of trailblazing women at home and around the 🌍 Discover what’s taking place on https://t.co/c2Z1Kequbh 👉 https://t.co/vq00bldV9t #LáFhéileBríde #IAmBrigid #IsMiseBríd

[Embassy of Ireland @IrelandEmbGB]

A fascinating line-up of panels for #StBrigidsDay 2023: Women in Peace in Northern Ireland, Women in Children and YA Literature, and Women in Diversity.

More:
https://t.co/Ro62d4OZjo

There is still time to enter our competition for tickets, winners will be contacted tomorrow!

[Embassy of Ireland, Belgium @IrishEmbBelgium]

Celebrate #LáFhéileBríde #StBrigidsDay and the Irish women making a difference in Belgium with us on 1 February 2023 ☘️

This event is organised jointly by @IrelandRepBru & @IrishEmbBelgium and hosted by @IbecGlobal

More info and sign up 👇
https://t.co/JXC1yNr0tb

[Winifred Ikhine Akinyemi @wikhine]

Flip The Script - THE POWER IS IN OUR HANDS for #FlipTheScript https://t.co/U2uRjrpzAS

[Vala Afshar @ValaAfshar]

Here are wonderful ways to grow plants 🪴