The attention of the Management of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has been drawn to a viral publication titled, “NANS Moves to Collect N200 Levy from Nigerian Students, Links Dues to NYSC Mobilisation.” The NYSC wishes to state unequivocally that it has not, at any time, discussed, agreed to, or entered into any Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) regarding the collection of any levy from students in connection with mobilisation for national service. The Scheme operates under the authority of the Federal Government and implements only policies, guidelines and procedures duly approved…
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By Miriam Humbe The Project Manager, Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue (HD), Abuja, Mr Chrisantus Lapang, has pledged the organisation’s commitment to strengthening partnership with the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK). The partnership will be through capacity building and enhanced humanitarian processes aimed at promoting sustainable peace in conflict-affected communities across the North East. Captain Mohammed Goni, the Acting Military Information Officer Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. Mr Lapang stated this on Tuesday, 11 August 2026, when he led a delegation from the Centre on…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Navy (NN) and the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) have renewed their strategic partnership through the signing of a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) designed to strengthen maritime safety and security across Nigeria’s maritime domain. Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday for Chief of the Naval Staff. The signing ceremony was witnessed by the Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Idi Abbas; the Director General/Chief Executive Officer of NIMASA, Dr Dayo Mobereola, Principal Staff Officers and senior officials of both organisations at the Naval Headquarters…
The Nigerian Army invites eligible Nigerians to apply for commission into the Nigerian Army as Short Service Combatant Commission (SSCC) Officers. The SSCC application is open to qualified civilians and serving military personnel who meet the stipulated requirements. Upon successful completion of training and commissioning, SSCC Officers will serve in the Combat Arms, Infantry and Armour Corps and Combat Support Arms, Artillery, Engineers, Signals and Intelligence Corps. HOW TO APPLY Prospective applicants are to visit the official Nigerian Army recruitment portal: nashortservice.army.mil.ng Select the SSCC option and carefully follow the application instructions. IMPORTANT NOTICE The general public is advised to…
By Miriam Humbe The Yola, Osubi and Owerri airports have been successfully certified to the NiMet’s quality management system ISO 9001:2015 scope for the provision of Aeronautical Meteorological services to the Aviation industry. The certification was a result of the directive by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo, SAN, to the DG/CEO Nigerian Meteorological Agency Professor Charles Anosike to “ensure strict compliance with safety regulations and continuous upward movement of Nigeria’s rating by WMO and ICAO. This feat was achieved after a successful third-party audit of NiMet’s products and services offered to airlines at these airports…
The Amolokpa Development Association (ADA) in Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State has appealed to the Federal Government to urgently intervene in what it described as alleged illegal mining activities, environmental pollution, destruction of farmlands and escalating threats to the lives and property of members of the community. The community, located in Amolokpa Amaonye/Ekubara in Ishiagu, made the appeal when its Chairman, Mr. Ajah Friday, appeared before journalists in Abuja alongside the former Chairman of the association, Mr. Ajah Fardinand Madubuke, and other executives of the association. The community leaders alleged that mining activities involving lead and zinc had…
Cycling Africa on Tuesday announced its assumption of the management and strategic coordination of Cycling Lagos and Cycling Kano, as part of a broader plan to position cycling as a major platform for sports development, tourism, healthy living, environmental sustainability and economic opportunities across Africa. Speaking on the new development in Lagos, the President/Chief Executive Officer of Cycling Africa, Bamidele Adeleye, said the new management structure represents a significant step forward in the evolution of the cycling events. He explained that Cycling Africa will provide professional management, strategic partnerships, marketing, sponsorship development, event production and expansion opportunities for the two…
By Miriam Humbe Troops of Sector 1, Joint Task Force Operation WHIRL STROKE, have foiled an attack by suspected armed herders at Azege Village, Tombo Council Ward, Logo Local Government Area of Benue State. The successful operation was launched in collaboration with personnel of the Nigerian Police Force. Lieutenant Ahmad Zubairu Zubairu, the Acting Media Information Officer HQ JTF Operation WHIRL STROKE disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. The troops, on 10 August 2026, received a distress call reporting an attack on Azege Community. In response, troops swiftly mobilized to the area to confront the threat and restore…
The US State Department on Monday announced that it has revoked more than 175,000 visas since January 2025, when US President Donald Trump began his second term. “The majority of these visas were revoked due to law enforcement encounters for a range of criminal activity, with assault, driving under the influence, theft and drug crimes being the leading causes,” the department said in a statement. “A significant share of visas were revoked for reckless driving, sexual assault, child abuse, fraud and embezzlement, and other crimes,” the statement said. “A US visa is a privilege, not a right. The department remains…
By Miriam Humbe The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has emphasised the critical role of robust administrative and financial support systems in sustaining military operations and ensuring mission success. Lt. Col. Ibrahim Shittu, the Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations, Headquarters Nigerian Army Signals disclosed this in a statement signed on Monday. The COAS stated this on 10 August 2026 while declaring open the Nigerian Army Finance Corps (NAFC) Officers’ 15th Biennial Training Conference at the Nigerian Army School of Finance and Administration’s (NASFA) Auditorium, Arakan Cantonment, Apapa, Lagos. The conference is scheduled from 9–14 August…
Management of the National Youth Service Corps hereby announces that the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream II Corps Members would be passing-out from National Service on Thursday, 3rd September, 2026. All Corps Members, Employers and other stakeholders of the Scheme are enjoined to take note of the date. Meanwhile, Certificates of National Service would be distributed to Corps Members on the scheduled date at the Local Government level. Thank you. Signed: Caroline Embu Director, Information and Public Relations
By Miriam Humbe Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), has successfully concluded a strategic three-day working visit to Cotonou, Republic of Benin. This was contained in astatement signed by Leah Katung-Babatunde, SA (Media) to the Minister of Defence. The statement said the high-level delegation focused on deepening bilateral defence cooperation, harmonising regional security frameworks, and reinforcing joint strategies to eliminate cross-border security threats across West Africa. Hosted by his Beninese counterpart, Minister of National Defence Mr. Gildas Agonkan, the visit delivered actionable commitments across sectors. General Musa in separate meetings with Mr Agonkan, the Beninese Minister of…