By Miriam Humbe The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of Nigerian Army to strengthening civil-military cooperation in support of humanitarian operations, civilian protection and stabilisation initiatives across conflict-affected areas of the country. Colonel Apollonia Anele, the Acting Director Army Public Relations disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. The COAS underscored that guaranteeing safe and unhindered humanitarian access remains a vital pillar of the Nigerian Army’s comprehensive strategy to consolidate operational successes, facilitate the safe and dignified return of displaced persons and foster enduring peace and stability in the North…
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By Miriam Humbe The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede has conducted a strategic visit to the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) Ordnance Factory (ORDFAC), Kakuri, Kaduna, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s indigenous defence production capacity and enhance self-reliance in military equipment production. Major General Samaila Uba, the Director, Defence Information disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. The visit featured a comprehensive tour of the Corporation’s production and research facilities, during which the CDS was briefed on DICON’s manufacturing capabilities, ongoing projects and future development plans by the Director General DICON Maj…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Navy has sustained its offensive against crude oil theft and illegal oil bunkering under Operation DELTA SENTINEL with the disruption of a concealed fuel storage facility and the recovery of approximately 87,000 litres of product suspected to be illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) in the Okarki axis of Rivers State. Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, the Director Naval Information disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. Acting on credible intelligence, personnel of Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) SOROH conducted an anti-crude oil theft operation within the area, leading to the discovery of a hidden storage…
By Miriam Humbe Members of the Environmental Media Correspondents Association of Nigeria (EMCAN) have unanimously dissolved the interim Exco led by Mr Amechi Chukwuekwu Oyema. This was contained in a statement jointly signed by EMCAN Interim Chairman, Joycelyn Ellakeche Adah, and Interim Secretary, David Onoja. Humsi Media Online gathered that the new leadership of the EMCAN warned all MDAs, Agencies and corporate organisations against doing business with the past leaders on behalf of the Association. The EMCAN members resolved to reposition the Association through a series of decisions reached at an Emergency Congress held on Friday, July 31, 2026, in…
By Miriam Humbe Personnel of the Nigerian Navy Forward Operating Base (FOB) FORMOSO have rescued two teenagers from a boat mishap in Egweama Community, Brass Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, the Director Naval Information disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. The incident occurred on 28 July 2026 when the two boys, both aged 16, encountered difficulties while returning from a routine trip within the community waterways after their wooden boat capsized due to adverse water conditions. The teenagers were subsequently stranded and at risk of drowning. On sighting the distressed victims, personnel of…
By Miriam Humbe The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has reaffirmed the commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) to professionalism and strict adherence to constitutional provisions in support of the conduct of free, fair and credible elections during Nigeria’s 2027 General Elections. Major General Samaila Uba, the Director, Defence Information disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General OO Oluyede represented by the Chief of Defence Training Rear Admiral Abolade Ogunleye stated this while delivering his remarks at a One-Day Seminar organised by the Defence Headquarters Department of Operations in Abuja on Thursday,…
By Miriam Humbe The National Defence College (NDC) has presented a strategic research paper to the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, outlining forward-looking recommendations to strengthen the leadership capacity of the Nigerian Army’s Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) as a critical pathway to enhancing operational effectiveness and mission success by 2035. Colonel Apollonia Anele, the Acting Director Army Public Relations disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The research paper, titled: “Strengthening Non-Commissioned Officers Leadership for Operational Efficiency: Strategic Options for the Nigerian Army by 2035,” was presented on Wednesday, 29 July 2026, at the Army Headquarters,…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Navy has recorded another operational success under Operation DELTA SENTINEL with the disruption of an illegal fuel distribution hub and the recovery of approximately 13,000 litres of product suspected to be illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State. Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, the Director Naval Information, disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The operation, conducted by personnel of Forward Operating Base (FOB) BONNY, resulted in the discovery of an illegal petroleum products storage and distribution facility containing large-capacity storage tanks, reservoirs, drums, hoses and other equipment…
Zone 5 Headquarters, Benin City wishes to inform the general public, particularly the good people of Edo and Delta State that a new Assistant Inspector-General of Police has been deployed to the Zone which comprises Edo and Delta State Police Commands. He is AIG Monday Agbonika, and he assumed duty on 29th July, 2025 after succeding AIG Salman-Dogo Garba, psc, mnips, who recently retired from the Force. AIG Monday Agbonika, hails from Idah Local Government Area of Kogi State. His illustrious career in the Force commenced on 18th May, 1992, when he enlisted into the Nigeria Police Force as a…
Drawing from the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s fiscal and trade policy framework, promoting economic competitiveness, enhancing revenue generation, and aligning the nation’s tariff regime with regional and international obligations, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) is pleased to announce the implementation of the 2026 Fiscal Policy Measures and Tariff Amendments as approved by His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Consequently, the approved Fiscal Policy Measures introduce comprehensive amendments to Nigeria’s Customs and Excise Tariff framework to support domestic industrial development, facilitate legitimate trade, and improve the administration of fiscal and tariff policies across the country. The approved amendments include…
By Miriam Humbe Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), have successfully rescued two kidnapped persons during a fighting patrol in Zamfara State. The rescue operation occurred on the morning of 29 July 2026, when troops deployed at Gwashi were conducting a fighting patrol at a terrorists’ enclave in the area. Lieutenant Colonel Sani Danja, the Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. During the patrol, troops rescued Lance Corporal Basiru Labbo, who was abducted on 22 July 2026 along…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Army has attained another major continental milestone following its recognition as Africa’s Best National Army in Counter-Terrorism Operations for 2025, an honour conferred by African Security Watch in recognition of its exceptional operational achievements, strategic leadership and unwavering commitment to combating terrorism and violent extremism across Nigeria. Colonel Apollonia Anele, the Acting Director Army Public Relations disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The award underscores the Nigerian Army’s emergence as Africa’s leading force in Counter-Terrorism and Counter-Insurgency Operations (CTCOIN), reflecting years of sustained, intelligence-driven operations that have significantly degraded terrorist networks, restored security…