Caption: L – R; Barr. Rimini Makama, Executive Commissioner Stakeholder Management, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC; Dr Vincent Olatunji, National Commissioner and CEO, Nigeria Data Protection Commission; Dr Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman/CEO, NCC, and Engr. Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner Technical Services, NCC, during the singing of the Memorandum of Understanding between NCC and NDPC, on the 5th February 2026 at the NCC Headquarters, Abuja. By Miriam Humbe In response to the rapidly growing pace of digitization, the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, and the Nigerian Data Protection Commission (NDPC), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen the enforcement of…
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***Assures Perpetrators Will Be Apprehended The Nigeria Police Force strongly condemns the violent attack that occurred on Tuesday, 3rd February, 2026, in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, which has sadly resulted in the confirmed death of 75 persons. The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, extends his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, as well as to the Government and people of Kwara State, over this deeply painful and tragic incident. The IGP reassures the public that the Nigeria Police Force remains steadfast in its responsibility to protect lives and property, and will continue to…
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) expresses profound shock over the tragic loss of innocent lives in the recent cowardly terrorist attacks on Woro and neighbouring communities in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State. The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) commends the indomitable Nigerian spirit exhibited by various Nigerian communities that have been targeted by terrorists. This remarkable spirit was again exhibited by the resilient people of Woro and neighbouring communities who stood firm against violent coercion and refused to abandon their way of life and constitutional loyalty despite threats. The AFN mourns with the families of those who have lost…
The Defence Headquarters has noted recent media reports and public speculation suggesting the presence or deployment of United States troops in Nigeria. The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) wishes to state that Nigeria maintains a long-standing and structured security partnership with the United States. This cooperation is rooted in mutual respect and focuses on capacity building, professional military education, intelligence sharing, logistics support and strategic dialogue aimed at addressing shared security concerns, including terrorism and transnational threats. All engagements are conducted in full respect of Nigeria’s sovereignty and in accordance with existing bilateral frameworks. As part of this ongoing partnership,…
By Miriam Humbe The Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), on Tuesday hosted a series of high-level visits by key international humanitarian partners and regional stakeholders, underscoring strengthened civil–military cooperation, humanitarian access, and regional economic stability in Borno State. Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, the Media Information Officer Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. Leading the engagements was the Team Leader and Deputy Director, Department of Field Operations, United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UN DSS), Mrs Florence Paussin, who visited from OPHK from New York…
By Miriam Humbe As part of ongoing efforts to foster inter-corps collaboration and elevate operational readiness, the Commander Corps of Nigerian Army Engineers (CCE) Major General Shamsudeen Shafaru conducted an operational and familiarization visit to the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division and Commander Sector 2,l Joint Task Force Northwest Operation FANSAN YAMMA Major General Bemgba Paul Koughna. Lt Col Olaniyi Osoba, the Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 8 Division, Nigerian Army/Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. The visit, held at the Division Conference Room, was aimed to assess engineering operations, reinforce…
By Miriam Humbe The Rivers State Government has gifted a new Toyota Hillux van to the South-South 2 Area Office of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). Caroline Embu, NYSC’s Director Information and Public Relations disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The gesture is in fulfillment of the promise made by the Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, when the NYSC Director-General, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu visited him at the Government House, Port Harcourt, in November 2025. The Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Benibo Anabraba, presented the vehicle to the Director of the Area Office, Mr. Phillip Enaberue. A…
The attention of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, has been drawn to the Campaign of Calumny, deliberate falsehood, unsubstantiated and economically irresponsible publications from February 2, 2026; The Nation p.26 “Farmers lost N5trillion to weather forecasts” and Daily Trust February 3, 2026″Farmers lose N5trillion in 24 months” (Online). The bogus and alarmist claim attributed to The Foundation for Peace Professionals that Nigerian Farmers have lost “nearly N5trillion” in productive capital due largely to NiMet weather forecast is not supported by any verifiable data, transparent methodology or independent assessment. NiMet has for over 140 years been providing credible and accurate climate…
Laughter echoed through a sea of vibrant Tiv attire as Makurdi came alive last night for the birthday celebration of Justice Theresa Mimi Shija, wife of Professor Terhemba Shija. The cultural night, organized in her honor, pulsed with Benue’s rhythmic heartbeat – a tapestry of Swange dances, thumping agogo bells, and the earthy aroma of simmering okoho soup. Under a canopy of twinkling stars at a lively Makurdi hall, guests in flowing black-and-white smocks and intricate A’nger wrappers gathered to toast the esteemed judge’s milestone. Cultural troupes swirled in hypnotic Swange formations, their feet pounding red earth to wooden drumbeats…
By Miriam Humbe The Kano Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 arrested a Kannywood Star, Samha Inuwa over alleged Naira mutilation. Dele Oyewale, the EFCC’s Head, Media & Publicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. Inuwa was arrested following a viral video circulated on social media platforms where she was seen conspicuously cleaning mucus from her nose using Naira notes. Following the release of the viral video, the Commission swung into action by tracing and subsequently arrested her to answer questions. She is currently being held at the Commission’s…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has attained a score of 82.65% in the 2025 Ethics and Integrity Compliance Scorecard (EICS) conducted by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) between 19 May and 20 June 2025. The result, which was recently conveyed to the Agency in a letter dated 29 December 2025, earned the Agency a rating of “Substantial Compliance” and positioned it 10th out of 344 MDAs assessed nationwide. In addition, NiMet ranked 11th out of 356 MDAs on the ACTU Effectiveness Index (AEI) with a score of 82.50%, signifying a “Very Effective”…
Victor Ekpong Thompson By Miriam Humbe The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Uyo Zonal Directorate on Thursday January 29, 2026, arraigned Victor Ekpong Thompson before Justice Maureen Adaobi of the Federal High Court sitting in Uyo for allegedly defrauding some Americans the sum of $525. 276 (Five Hundred And Twenty Five Thousand, Two Hundred And Seventy Six United States Dollars). Dele Oyewale, the EFCC’s Head, Media & Publicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Monday. Thompson was arraigned on eight-count charges for allegedly obtaining the above sum from his victims under the guise of helping them to invest…