By Miriam Humbe A high-powered delegation of experts from the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and Trade Modernisation Project Limited (TMPL) have completed a Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for newly acquired Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) equipment and Electronic Cargo Tracking System (ECTS) in China. The two-week exercise, led by the Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs (DCG) in charge of Information Communication and Technology/Modernisation Department, Oluyomi Adebakin, took place from 9 to 20 October 2026 at Nuctech Company Limited’s facility in China, manufacturer of the advanced systems. The delegation conducted comprehensive technical verification of the high-tech scanners and the Electronic Cargo Tracking System, designed…
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By Miriam Humbe The ECOMOG Veterans Association has called on the Federal Government to support efforts to repatriate the remains of Nigerian military personnel who died during peacekeeping operations in Liberia and Sierra Leone for proper military burial in Nigeria. The appeal was made during a courtesy visit by a delegation of serving and retired officers of the Nigerian Army, Navy and Air Force, led by retired Major General Emmanuel Ejemai, to the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, in Abuja on Thursday, October 22, 2026 The association also appealed for the establishment of a national memorial in honour of…
By Miriam Humbe The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, has assured veterans of the Armed Forces of Nigeria of sustained welfare initiatives aimed at making their lives more comfortable after service, while calling for their greater participation in the national security architecture. Major General Samaila Uba, the Director Defence Information disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. The assurance was given during his interactive session with veterans from the Southwest region at Headquarters, 2 Division, Nigerian Army, Adekunle Fajuyi Cantonment, Ibadan, on Friday, 23 October 2026, as part of his ongoing nationwide engagement with veterans. Addressing…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Navy has uncovered an estimated 132,000 litres of substance suspected to be stolen crude oil in Allison community, Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State, disrupting a potential storage point within the illicit petroleum supply chain. Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, the Director Naval Information disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. The discovery was made on 22 October 2026 by Forward Operating Base BONNY under Operation DELTA SENTINEL, following actionable intelligence. The operation uncovered 10 dugout pits. The site and recovered products were handled in accordance with extant regulations. The operation reinforces the importance…
By Miriam Humbe The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, and the Army Chief of Staff of the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF), Major General Vincent Nyakarundi, have committed to strengthening bilateral military cooperation, enhancing operational capabilities and promoting African-led solutions to the continent’s evolving security challenges. The commitment was made during a dinner hosted by the RDF in honour of the Nigerian delegation, marking the conclusion of the COAS’s five-day working visit to Rwanda. Lieutenant General Shaibu stressed that the growing complexity of terrorism, violent extremism, transnational organised crime and illicit arms proliferation demands stronger military partnerships,…
By Miriam Humbe The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) is attracting more plaudits from media organisations and industry stakeholders for its “exemplary work” in promoting fair competition and championing consumers rights in 2026. Ondaje Ijagwu, the Director, Corporate Affairs disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. The scrolls of honour came from Daily Independent Newspaper, NaijaTimes, Aisha Ibrahim Babangida Foundation and BrandXchange. Presenting the award of “Institutional Integrity & Public Service Award” to Mr Tunji Bello, FCCPC Executive Vice Chancellor/CEO, at a brief ceremony in Abuja today, NaijaTimes Publisher/Editor-In-Chief, Mr Ehi Braimah, said the honour was in…
By Miriam Humbe The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has charged certification officers across the Scheme to acquire the requisite digital skills to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery. Caroline Embu, the Director, Information and Public Relations disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. He said the Scheme would soon transition to an electronic records management system, stressing the need for certification officers to develop the competencies required to adapt to the evolving technological landscape. Nafiu gave the charge at the 2026 NYSC Certification Officers’ Workshop held in Abuja, with the theme, “Repositioning…
The Naija Drone Soccer League (NDSL) will commence its National Combine 2026 on Monday, October 26, with activities scheduled across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones through November 9. The initiative aims to introduce more young Nigerians to drone soccer, promote Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education, and create opportunities to explore emerging technologies through sport. The 15-day programme will take place in Gombe, Abuja, Kano, Uyo, Enugu and Lagos, bringing together prospective participants, educational stakeholders, technical experts and other interested partners. Technical experts from the United States will participate in the combines, demonstrating drone soccer, showcasing the equipment used in…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Navy has uncovered three dugout reservoirs containing approximately 25,000 litres of substance suspected to be crude oil in Obodo Omadino, Delta State, even as separate series of joint operations with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Warri resulted in the arrest of 19 suspects and the recovery of assorted substances suspected to be illicit drugs. Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, the Director Naval Information disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. The crude oil discovery was made by Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) DELTA on 21 October 2026 under Operation DELTA SENTINEL. The reservoirs…
By Miriam Humbe The Director-General/CEO of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Professor Charles Anosike, hosted the Academy Provost of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Professor BJ. Ajibuah, who visited the Agency’s headquarters in Abuja on Thursday, 22 October 2026. The visit strengthened institutional relations and explored areas of mutual interest, particularly in meteorological training, research and capacity development. Discussions focused on integrating meteorological knowledge, weather and climate services into military training and operational planning to support informed decision-making. Both institutions also explored opportunities for specialised training, professional development, joint research and knowledge exchange to enhance their personnel’s technical capacity. During…
By Miriam Humbe Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has called for deeper application of emerging technologies in Nigerian Navy operations. CNS Abbas made the call on Thursday while delivering the keynote address at the Nigerian Navy Research and Development Seminar 2026, themed: “Deepening the Application of Emerging Technologies for Operational Effectiveness.” The Nigerian Navy, according to CNA Abbas, is planning to establish a research institute and research and development cells across its commands to develop indigenous technologies, reduce operational costs and strengthen its combat capabilities The two day seminar features presentations by invited experts and…
By Miriam Humbe The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has called for strengthened Nigeria–Rwanda defence cooperation in Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) threat mitigation and victim care, Counterterrorism and Counterinsurgency (CTCOIN), and professional military capacity development. Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. General Shaibu made the call during a meeting with Rwanda’s Minister of Defence, Minister Juvenal Marizamunda, in Kigali on Wednesday, 21st October, 2026, emphasising the strategic importance of shared expertise and specialised training in confronting evolving security threats and advancing regional stability. Lieutenant General Shaibu…