By Miriam Humbe The Theatre Commander of the Joint Task Force Operation Fansan Yamma, Major General Oluyinka Soyele, has urged troops preparing for operations to prioritize guidance on health insurance schemes for their families. The Coordinator, Joint Media Coordination Centre for Operation Fansan Yamma, Lieutenant Colonel Abubakar Abdullahi disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. He revealed this during a courtesy visit on February 12, 2025, by the State Manager of Defence Health Management Limited (DHML), Colonel Abdullahi Gambo (retired), in Gusau, Zamfara State. The Theatre Commander emphasised that the health of both troops and their families was paramount…
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By Miriam Humbe The troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have dealt a significant blow to terrorist activities in Zamfara and Sokoto States from 1 to 10 February 2025. The Coordinator, Joint Media Coordination Centre for Operation Fansan Yamma, Lieutenant Colonel Abubakar Abdullahi disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The operation has resulted in the neutralization of numerous terrorists, including several key terrorist kingpins, thereby enhancing the safety and security of lives and property within the Joint Operations Area. During this period, troops successfully neutralized dozens of terrorists, including kingpins such as Kachalla Na Faransa, Dogon Bakkwalo, Auta Gobaje…
By Miriam Humbe In a step towards strengthening regional security collaboration, the Force Commander (FC) Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), Major General Godwin Michael Mutkut conducted a familiarization visit to the Chadian Defense leadership on Wednesday 12 February 2025. Chief Military Information Officer, Headquarters of the MNJTF N’djamena, Chad, Lt. Col. Olaniyi Osoba disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. During the visit, the FC met with the Chadian Minister of Armed Forces, Veterans and War Victims His Excellency Issaka Malloua Ndjamous, and the Chadian Chief of General Staff, General Abakar Abdelkerim Daoud. Major General Mutkut gave an update…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigeria Police Force has said that it is surprised and deeply concerned about the recent news alleging that 3,907 arms were missing from its armoury. A statement signed on Thursday by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), said that these allegations were misleading and inaccurate. Here’s a full text of the FPRO’s statement: The Force wishes to clarify that this report appears to stem from an assessment of the report by the Office of the Auditor-General of the Federation, AuGF dating back to 2019, likely reflecting records compiled prior to the current Inspector-General…
By Miriam Humbe The FCT Emergency Management Department, (FEMD) and the National Space Research and Development Agency, (NARSDA), have signed a Memorandum Of Understanding, (MoU) on the use of satellite imagery and it’s application for emergency assessment and management. Nkechi Isa, FEMD’s Head of Public Affairs disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. This is meant to enhance FEMD’s activities as the lead coordinating Agency of all emergencies in the FCT. The objectives of the MOU include; use and application of space technology for disaster management focussing on prevention, preparedness, response and recovery activities. The agreement also covers the…
By Miriam Humbe Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen Olufemi Oluyede on Tuesday said there is no hiding place for bandits, terrorists and other criminal elements in the country. The COAS said this during his tour of the country’s army formations at the headquarters of Army 4 Special Forces, Doma in Nasarawa State. He said that the Army would deal decisively with all the criminal elements threatening the peace and unity of Nigeria and restore the country to its glorious past. The COAS said there were so many security challenges in the country making it necessary for the…
By Miriam Humbe The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment (FMITI) has signed a performance bond, marking the beginning of a purposeful programme execution. The move followed a two-day high-level retreat led by the Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole. Director, Press and Public Relations in the Ministry, Dr. Adebayo Thomas disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. The retreat focused on presenting the FMITI’s 2025 Roadmap, which sets the stage for a new era of strategic execution. A key highlight was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between FMITI and the Aig-Imoukhuede…
By Nana Musa The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, Dr Emeka Obi, has said that Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) are key steps toward improving governance, enhancing accountability, and data-driven policymaking. Obi said this during a stakeholders’ engagement to revise the National M&E Policy in alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda, in Abuja on Tuesday. According to him, it has become important to review and critically examine the policy to ensure its alignment with President Bola Tinubu, renewed hope agenda. “The idea ts to bring the best modalities to ensure buy-in and compliance for seamless operationalisation of…
By Miriam Humbe The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the government of Uganda have initiated discussions on potential collaboration in Constituency and Executive Projects Tracking (CEPT). Demola Bakare, ICPC’s Director, Public Enlightenment and Education/Spokesperson disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. The development emerged also on Tuesday when the ICPC hosted Uganda’s Parliamentary Budget Committee members on a study visit at its headquarters in Abuja. ICPC Chairman Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, represented by the Commission’s Secretary, Mr. Clifford Okwudiri Oparaodu, emphasized the importance of project tracking in ensuring transparency, accountability, and the effective…
BY PROF MIKE OZEKHOME, SAN, CON, OFR, FCIArb, LL.D INTRODUCTION: Is Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun legally recognised as such under our extant laws, or is he but a pretender to the throne (office of the IGP)? I shall attempt in this writeup to answer this question. This is because there has been a raging controversy over the continued stay in office of Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, despite the fact that he had in September, 2024, attained the mandatory retirement age of 60 years as stipulated by the Nigerian Civil Service Rules. This unusual occurrence in…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) hereby announces the suspension of the implementation of 4% Free-on-Board (FOB) value on imports as provided in Section 18(1)(a) of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCSA) 2023. This follows ongoing consultations with the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Olawale Edun and other Stakeholders. This suspension will enable comprehensive stakeholder engagement and consultations regarding the Act’s implementation framework. The timing of this suspension aligns with the exit of the contract agreement with the Service providers, including Webb Fontaine, which were previously funded through the 1% Comprehensive Import Supervision Scheme (CISS). This presents…
By Miriam Humbe The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on Tuesday, 11th February 2025 hosted an interactive session with retired police officers and stakeholders of the Nigeria Police Pensions, at the Police Resource Centre, Jabi, Abuja. ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer FPRO disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. The conference brought together a diverse group of retired personnel and stakeholders to address pressing concerns regarding the police pension schemes, financial security, and the welfare of retired police officers who have dedicated their lives to the service of Nigeria. Present at the interactive session,…