The Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) has praised sustained inter-agency collaboration and reforms following Nigeria’s exit from the Financial Action Task Force grey list. The commendation is contained in a statement by NFIU Chief Executive Officer, Hajiya Hafsat Bakari, issued on Sunday in Abuja. Bakari said Nigeria also exited the European Union’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing high-risk list. She described the delisting as strong proof of the credibility and sustainability of reforms implemented by the country. Bakari noted that Nigeria was removed from the FATF grey list in October, while EU delisting is expected by the end of January…
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Major General Bemgba Paul Koughna has formally assumed command as the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division Nigerian Army and Commander Sector 2 Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA during a handover ceremony at the Headquarters 8 Division, Giginya Cantonment, Sokoto. He succeeds Major General Ibikunle Ademola Ajose, whose tenure was marked by significant strides in regional security and counter-banditry operations across North West. Major General Koughna In his inaugural address, expressed deep gratitude to the Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu for the confidence reposed in him. He reaffirmed his commitment to building on the…
By Olusegun Ogungbemide Against the backdrop of hard data and lived reality, the analytical record of road traffic crashes between January and October 2025 alone, compared with the same period in 2024, tells a sobering story. Numbers rise and fall, charts stretch and contract, but one truth stands firm and frightening: nearly 85 percent of these crashes were speed induced. Beyond this cold certainty of numbers, and behind every statistic is a human story abruptly interrupted, a journey cut short, a promise broken, and a family altered forever. Speed may feel invisible, even thrilling, but on Nigerian roads it has…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has intensified advocacy on the protection of Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) with the aim of maintaining steady quality of service nationwide. For a better understanding, the CNII is a comprehensive approach to securing and protecting the telecommunications sector, a vital infrastructure from a wide range of threats, including cyberattacks and natural disasters. The Critical Infrastructure Protection policy, a comprehensive security framework is therefore, crucial. It is designed to safeguard essential systems, networks, and assets vital to a nation’s security, economic stability, and public safety. The Designation and Protection of Critical National…
Following the revocation of the banking license of Heritage Bank Limited by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on June 3, 2024, the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) was appointed as Liquidator in accordance with Section 12(2) of the Banks and Other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA) 2020 and Sections 55(1 & 2) of the NDIC Act 2023. Upon its appointment, the Corporation commenced the processing of claims and payment of insured deposits up to the statutory limit of N5 million from its Deposit Insurance Fund. The Corporation also immediately commenced the disposal of physical assets, recovery of debts, and realization…
By Miriam Humbe The Commissioner of Police, Nasarawa State Command, CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed, today joined the Executive Governor of Nasarawa State, Engr. Abdullahi A. Sule, and other Service Chiefs in the laying of wreaths to commemorate the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day. Police Public Relations Officer, for the Nasarawa State Command, SP Rahman Nansel, disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. Humsi Media Online gathered that the ceremony took place at the Government House, Lafia. Speaking during the event, the Commissioner of Police described the occasion as a solemn and significant moment to honour and remember the sacrifices…
By Miriam Humbe The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) is to adopt a standardized protocol for the handling of Corps Members with disabilities during the Orientation Course and throughout the service year. Caroline Embu NYSC’s Director Information and Public Relations disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The Director-General, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, made this known in his keynote address at the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Pre-Orientation Workshop. Themed: “Revamping the NYSC Orientation Course Experience as a Foundation for Impactful Service by Corps Members,” the event took place in Jos, Plateau State. He said the initiative, which was in furtherance…
L-R : Dr Olubunmi Otti, Zonal Coordinator, Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) South-West Zone; Mrs Omotayo Muhammad, Head Competition and Tariff, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC); Mary Iwelumo, Partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers ( PwC), at the stakeholders’ forum on the study of the level of competition in the voice and data segment of the Nigerian telecommunications Industry on Tuesday 13th January, 2026 at Sheraton Hotel Ikeja, Lagos State.
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has began moves to establish a regulatory framework for Satellite Direct-to-Device (D2D) connectivity in Nigeria. NCC’s Head of Public Affairs, Mrs Nnenna Ukoha disclosed this in a statement in Abuja. Mrs Ukoha said that the move marked a preliminary step in the Commission’s regulatory process under Section 71 of the Nigerian Communications Act, 2003. She said that it is designed to gather views, evidence and expert input before any binding framework is introduced. To this effect, the Commission has released a Consultation Paper aimed at engaging industry stakeholders ahead of formal rule-making.…
By Miriam Humbe The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) on Tuesday night hosted the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD) Regimental Dinner Night at the Armed Forces Officers’ Mess, Asokoro, Abuja, in an atmosphere marked by solemn remembrance, military tradition and deep camaraderie. Director, Defence Information Major General Samaila Uba, disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. Speaking on behalf of the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), described the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day as more than a ceremonial event, noting that…
By Miriam Humbe To further enhance airpower capabilities and strengthen joint force integration in the North East theatre, the Commandant, Air Warfare and Doctrine Centre (AWDC), Air Vice Marshal Ibrahim Jibia, has paid an operational assessment visit to the Headquarters of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), in Maiduguri. Media Information Officer Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI, Lt Col Sani Uba disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. Air Vice Marshal Jibia explained that the engagement was designed to interface with aircrew deployed under Operation HADIN KAI and to pay a…
By Miriam Humbe The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, on Wednesday received the Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, and members of his management team on a courtesy visit to the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters, Abuja. CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. Humsi Media gathered that the visit provided an opportunity for both institutions to reaffirm their commitment to inter-agency cooperation aimed at strengthening national security, economic stability, and investor confidence in Nigeria’s financial system. The Director-General of the SEC commended the Nigeria…