By Miriam Humbe The 8 Division Nigerian Army and Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA has taken a significant step toward bolstering its technological edge and operational readiness by successfully graduating a new set of drone pilots from its Drone Pilots Training Cadre. Lt Col Olaniyi Osoba, the Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 8 Division, Army/Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. The graduation ceremony, held at the Division Training School Giginya Military Cantonment marked a pivotal milestone in the Division’s commitment to addressing modern security challenges through the integration of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles…
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By Miriam Humbe The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has called for urgent reforms to improve the welfare and protection of Nigerian workers as the country marks Workers’ Day. In a statement issued on May 1, the Executive Director of CISLAC, Comrade Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, said the celebration comes at a time when millions of Nigerians are facing worsening economic hardship, rising living costs, and policies that have deepened inequality. The organisation noted that many workers who serve the country continue to live under difficult conditions and struggle to meet basic needs. CISLAC paid special tribute to Nigeria’s uniformed…
By Miriam Humbe The Director General of NEMA, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, has visited LEA Primary School, Durumi, Abuja where she engaged pupils in an interactive session on disaster prevention and safety awareness. Manzo Ezekiel, NEMA’s Head, Press Unit disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. The visit, on Thursday 30th April 2026, formed part of NEMA’s ongoing efforts to promote disaster risk reduction education among young Nigerians and build a culture of safety from an early age. It was gathered that this was in a practical demonstration of commitment by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to deepen disaster…
By Miriam Humbe The Association of Heads of Federal Establishments in Zamfara State has called for stronger collaboration with the Armed Forces to enhance effective public service delivery across the State. Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lt Col Aliyu Danja disclosed this in a statement. The call was made by the Chairman of the Association, Dr Bello Alhaji Muhammad, during a courtesy visit to the Headquarters, Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), on Thursday, 29 April 2026. During the visit, the Chairman commended the tireless efforts of JTF OPFY…
By Miriam Humbe The Headquarters, Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA (HQ JTF NW OPFY), hosted a delegation from the Air Force War College (AFWC) on a national study tour to the Joint Area of Operations on 29 April 2026. Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lt Col Aliyu Danja disclosed this in a statement. The delegation, led by the Commandant of the College, was received by the Theatre Commander (TC), OPFY, Major General Warrah Idris, and was briefed on the activities of Operation FANSAN YAMMA. During the interactive engagement, the Theatre Commander…
By Miriam Humbe Troops of Operation UDO KA in collaboration with other security agencies have continued to sustain operational momentum in the South East under the ongoing operation EASTERN SANITY. Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 82 Division Nigerian Army, Lt Col Olabisi Olalekan Ayeni disclosed this in a statement. Troops recorded significant successes with the rescue of kidnap victims in Enugu State and the arrest of a criminal network member in Ebonyi State on 28 April 2026. In Ezeagu Local Government Area of Enugu State, troops of the 82 Division Garrison deployed at Akama acted swiftly on credible intelligence…
By Yu Dunhai On May 1 this year, China will fully implement zero-tariff measures for 53 African countries that have diplomatic relations with China. This represents a concrete step by China to expand high-level opening up and deepen China–Africa cooperation. As the policy enters its implementation phase, China–Nigeria cooperation is also reaching a critical juncture, transitioning from an “opportunity window” to the delivery of tangible outcomes. This measure is characterized by comprehensive coverage. Previously, China had already granted zero-tariff treatment on 100 percent of tariff lines to 33 least developed African countries. Starting May 1, China will further extend zero-tariff…
By Nana Musa The University of Leicester Alumni Association has officially inaugurated its Nigerian chapter, calling for stronger alumni-driven initiatives to support nation-building. The Director of the Future Students Office, Mr Phil Dalby, stated at the inauguration of the alumni in Abuja on Thursday, which drew together graduates, partners, and various stakeholders. Dalby stated that the launch is part of the university’s centenary commemorations, marking a significant milestone in strengthening the ties between the institution and its growing community of Nigerian graduates. He further noted that the Nigerian chapter was formally registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) in January.…
By Miriam Humbe The case for more accountability in medical practice in Nigeria has been strengthened with the ruling of Abuja Federal High Court affirming the powers of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to investigate complaints by patients. Ondaje Ijagwu, the FCCPC’s Director, Corporate Affairs disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. The judgment was delivered by Justice Emeka Nwite of the Abuja Federal High Court on April 15, following a suit (FHC/ABJ/CS/1019/2021) filed by Life Bridge Medical Diagnostic Centre Ltd challenging the powers of FCCPC to investigate complaints involving healthcare services rendered to consumers. In…
By David Akoji In Nigeria’s long war against insurgency, bullets have not been the only weapon. Quietly, and far from the theatre of combat, another strategy has been unfolding for some years, one that seeks to separate low risk combattants and offer a second chance to the forcefully conscripted, not to eliminate them as enemies, but to transform them. This is the story of Operation Safe Corridor (OPSC), Nigeria’s most ambitious deradicalisation and reintegration programme, and one of its most misunderstood. A War Beyond the Battlefield When Nigerian troops began reclaiming territories from Boko Haram in the North East around…
By Miriam Humbe Troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE deployed in Sector 9 Shendam, successfully rescued a kidnapped victim and recovered ransom paid by the family during a coordinated operation on Saturday, 25 April 2026. Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE, Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh disclosed this in a statement signed on Monday. The operation underscores the military’s commitment to dismantling criminal networks and protection of citizens within Operation ENDURING PEACE Joint Operations Area. The rescue operation was initiated following the abduction of a female victim from Bauna area of Shendam Local Government Area on 19 April 2026.…
By Miriam Humbe The Director-General (DG) National Youth Service Corps(NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu has told Corps Members that their welfare, safety and security are top priority to the NYSC and so, would never be compromised. Caroline Embu, the NYSC’s Director, Information and Public Relations disclosed this in a statement signed on Sunday. The Director-General said this while addressing the 2026 Batch “A” Stream II Corps Members deployed to Niger state and some deployed to the FCT but assigned to undergo their Orientation Course at the NYSC Niger Camp located in Paiko. General Nafiu disclosed that he was in Makurdi,…