This is my handle. There are many like it but this one is mine (inc. views). Roving diplomat 🇦🇫🇸🇱 🇬🇭 🇹🇷🇳🇬; vinyl addict; outnumbered by my kids
Abuja, Nigeria
Joined March 2015
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This is important work that quite simply is saving lives and protecting communities in North East Nigeria.
I’m proud to be part of the team that has made this happen 👇
Enhancing human security in high-risk locations affected by conflict is key.
The 🇬🇧 in partnership with @UNMAS recently provided Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) training to 75 officers of @PoliceNG & @official_NSCDC in Maiduguri.
Learn more: linkedin.com/pulse/uk-govt-u…
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Security & Policing are central to the 🇬🇧 🇳🇬 partnership. It was a pleasure to deliver remarks on behalf of @RMontgomeryUK, @UKinNigeria at the opening of the National Dialogue on State Policing and share ideas as Nigeria decides its future policing model
Representative of the British High Commissioner to Nigeria delivering a Goodwill Message at the National Dialogue on State Policing.
While stating that the decision for a policing model for Nigeria is a sovereign decision, he stated that good modern policing must have features such as: operational independence, robust accountability measures and respect for human rights and the rule of law.
I was honoured to join H.E. Minister of State for Police Affairs to share a goodwill message from @RMontgomeryUK + @UKinNigeria at the opening of the Ministry’s senior Retreat. 🇬🇧 stands with 🇳🇬 to implement the new Police Act and put inclusion at the heart of the Police’s work
Minister of State for Police Affairs, Hajia Imaan has pointed out that the key mandates of the Ministry are developing and implementing a harmonized police reform report, amending the Police Act, executing President's directive on the withdrawal of police personnel from VIP
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I’m proud to have joined @RMontgomeryUK in his discussions with the Honourable Minister of Police Affairs. We stand ready to build on our deep-rooted 🇬🇧 🇳🇬 policing and security partnership with @PoliceAffairs 🫡
Minister of Police Affairs, Senator, Ibrahim Gaidam has appreciated the United Kingdom government for the support and collaboration extended to Nigeria in various areas, including security, governance, and economic cooperation.
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Happy St Viera’s Day.
Gone but not forgotten.
À votre santé @OfficialVieira 🍻❤️💙
Crystal Palace Football Club can confirm that Patrick Vieira has left his post as First Team Manager.
#CPFC
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Two years ago we made the mid-pandemic move from London to Ankara with 3 kids under 3. I’m knackered just thinking about it
#twinlife
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Conveying the highs & hardships of ‘twins plus one’ parenting isn’t easy (oh boy, the early years…). The two-of-everything rule applies in all senses.
I wouldn’t want it any other way. 🙏 But it helps to hear from others who have walked (zig-zagged?) a similar path👇
ADVENTURES IN FATHERLAND
There has barely been a minute of the last ten years that I haven’t enjoyed being with my three sons, Sachin, Carlo and Kier. But I have to admit that the early days were difficult, if not nasty and even hair-raising at times.
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Supporting the 🇬🇧 response to the earthquakes in Türkiye gave me an insight into the work of the #UKISAR team. Forget #MCU #avengers - this is what a team of superheroes looks like 👏👏👏 @E3DACDON
Just in: The #UKISAR team has returned home after their deployment. Wishing them much-needed rest and rejuvenation after their heroic efforts. Thank you for all that you do! 🙏💪🧡 #grateful #restandrecuperation
Clearly the most important football news you’ll hear today 👏🦁⚽️
#WorldCupFinal
theguardian.com/football/202…
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Well THAT final proved my last tweet wrong. What an immense game of football - you couldn’t script it better
#WorldCupFinal #ArgentinaVsFrance
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Glad to be back in Izmir and see how 🇬🇧’s partnership with @sahilguvkom & @ICMPD_Turkiye supports 🇹🇷 Coast Guard recruits and ensures that human rights is at the heart of their efforts to save migrants at sea ⚓️🛟
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Only just twigged that yesterday was #WorldMentalHealthDay
By coincidence it was also my random day off work when I prioritised: Pilates; lunch with my wife; silliness with the kids; and an early night with a book.
Could not think of a better way to focus on what matters 💚
It’s World Mental Health Day 🌎. An opportunity to talk about mental health. To share tips & advice. And to let people know that it’s okay to ask for help if you’re struggling 💚. #WMHD #MentalHealth #WorldMentalHealthDay
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This week is an important milestone for 🇬🇧🇹🇷 partnership as Director General Border Force and Commandant Turkish Coast Guard commit to doing more together at 🌊🫡
With centuries of maritime experience between us - there is much we can share
@sahilguvkom @UKinTurkey
International burden sharing in Turkey is as important today as it has ever been. The UK stands with refugees.
#WorldRefugeeDay
Solo parenting for the next 3 days with 3 kids that are 3 and under. Good things come in 3’s, right??
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#goodnewsbadnews to start my week…
Good news: I can now sing along to Barry White in a bass-baritone voice
Bad news: it’s a chest infection
Still…
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This was an important visit for 🇬🇧🇹🇷 friendship and cooperation. Thank you for visiting Ankara @DamianHinds - we look forward to seeing you again soon
🇬🇧 is working to strengthen our partnership with 🇹🇷 and make both countries safer and more prosperous. Honoured to meet w/ Interior Minister @suleymansoylu and Deputy Minister @muhteremince to discuss security & migration issues of importance to both our nations. #UKTRCooperation
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