…As Nigeria Customs Concludes 5-Day WCO Trade Facilitation In-country Mission By Miriam Humbe The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, has charged younger officers of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to aspire toward global expertise in Post Clearance Audit (PCA). Adeniyi described the tool as a cornerstone for modern customs careers and the future of Nigerian trade facilitation. The Customs boss was speaking at the conclusion of the 5-day WCO Accelerate Trade Facilitation Programme on January 23, 2026, at NCS Headquarters in Abuja. Adeniyi emphasised that mastering these emerging audit techniques is the most effective way for new recruits to…
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By Miriam Humbe There is an intangible value to the work of the Police Band; whenever it performs, it evokes a sense of inspiration and collective pride among officers and members of the public alike. The IGP said this during the weekend at the commissioning of the Lagos State Police Command Band. IGP Egbetokun said that through the years, the Nigeria Police Band has, remained a source of pride to the Force. He said: “Through consistency, musical excellence, and professional conduct, it has projected the Nigeria Police Force positively at both official and social engagements across the country. “Its performances…
By Miriam Humbe The Theatre Commander, Joint Task Force (JTF) (North East) , Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar, has reaffirmed the military’s resolve to intensify operations aimed at decisively ending insurgency in the North-East region. Media Information Officer Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI, Lt Col Sani Uba disclosed this in a statement signed on Sunday. Major General Abubakar made this known on Saturday, January, 24, 2026, during the combined West African Social Activity (WASA) of the year 2025, co-hosted by Headquarters Theatre Command OPHK and Headquarters 7 Division, Nigerian Army, at the 212…
By Miriam Humbe Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) under Operation DESERT SANITY V, have recorded another significant success in efforts to degrade terrorist logistics and criminal support networks in the North East. Media Information Officer Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI, Lt Col Sani Uba disclosed this in a statement signed on Sunday. Acting on credible intelligence on 23 January 2026, troops arrested a suspected drug dealer, Hauwa Abulazeez, aged 65, in Askira Uba LGA of Borno State. The suspect is alleged to be one of the suppliers of cannabis…
By Miriam Humbe In a resounding victory against terrorism and banditry, troops of 8 Division Garrison Strike Force operating under Operation FANSAN YAMMA Sector 2 has achieved significant breakthroughs in its ongoing offensive operation within the notorious Sububu Forests of Maradun Local Government Area ( LGA), Zamfara State. The operation, aimed at dismantling terrorist enclaves and restoring peace to the State, has resulted in the neutralization of 6 terrorists, the recovery of arms and ammunition, the destruction of terrorist infrastructure, and the successful rescue of a kidnapped underage victim. Media Information Officer, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Captain David Adewusi disclosed this…
By Miriam Humbe Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) operating under Operation DESERT SANITY V delivered a decisive blow to BH/ISWAP terrorists along the Sambisa and Mandara Mountains axis on 22 January 2026. Lt Col Sani Uba, the Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI disclosed this in a statement. The insurgents attempted a well-planned ambush with Roadside Improvised Explosive Devices (RSIED) and heavy gunfire, but impressively troops under Sector 1 responded with superior firepower, neutralizing 10 terrorists including 2 senior commanders identified as Basulhu and Ubaida. Follow-up pursuit…
By Miriam Humbe In a strategic move to intensify the fight against terrorism and banditry in North-West Nigeria, 8 Division Nigerian Army and Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY) has forged a partnership with the Air Warfare and Doctrine Centre (AWDC). Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations 8 Division Nigerian Army/Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lt Col Olaniyi Osoba revealed this in a statement signed on Friday. The collaboration took place during a courtesy visit by the Commandant of AWDC, Air Vice Marshal Ibrahim Jibia to the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division and Commander Sector 2 OPFY Major General…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation, NDIC has sought an enhanced collaboration with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, in the pursuit of its mandate. Dele Oyewale, the EFCC’s Head, Media & Publicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday, when the Managing Director and Chief Executive of the Corporation, Thompson Oludare Sunday led a team of the management staff on a courtesy visit to the Executive Chairman of EFCC, Ola Olukoyede. Sunday stressed that the visit offered an opportunity for formal engagement with the EFCC for further collaboration between the two organizations. “We aim to…
The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to tackling ecological challenges in Oyo State and other parts of the country, with a focus on mitigating the impacts of climate change, environmental degradation, flooding, erosion, desertification, and other related environmental hazards. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, CON, gave the assurance when the Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja and his delegates paid him a courtesy visit in Abuja. Having congratulated His Imperial Majesty on his ascension to the throne of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, he assured him of the readiness of…
By Miriam Humbe In a sustained effort to assess the durability of peace, security and development in stabilised areas of the North East, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ), through the Directorate of Defence Media Operations (DDMO), has led a high-level media assessment tour to the Joint Task Force (JTF) North East, Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK). Lt Col Sani Uba, the Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force, (North East) Operation HADIN KAI disclosed this in a statement. The three-day visit brought together senior defence correspondents and media professionals to independently appraise ongoing military operations, civil-military engagements and post-conflict stabilisation efforts within…
By Nana Musa The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning (FMBEP), Dr Deborah Odoh, says the ongoing review of the National Policy on Food and Nutrition is key to Nigeria’s food security. Odoh said this in a statement issued by the Director, Information and Public Relationship in the ministry, Mrs Osagie Jacobs, in Abuja on Wednesday. She made the statement during a steering committee meeting for the review of the national policy on food and nutrition and its implementation plan. The meeting brought together key nutrition stakeholders across sectors to deliberate on the draft policy and provide…
The Nigeria Police Force acknowledges the deep concern generated by reports of an abduction incident at Kurmin Wali, a remote community in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The Force understands the fear and anxiety such reports cause to families, residents, and the general public, and treats the safety of every citizen as a matter of utmost priority. Upon receiving the report, the Kaduna State Security Council was convened by the Governor. During the meeting at the Government House, Kaduna, some individuals from the affected local government area disputed the report, which had earlier been confirmed by the Police,…