The Nigeria Police Force wishes to debunk circulating rumors and misinformation speculating the return of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) with a reformed set of rules. The Special Anti-Robbery Squad which was disbanded on the 11th of October 2020, remains dissolved. The Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) is not back in operation. The recent information regarding SARS reformation and rules of engagement should be treated with caution. Nigerians are encouraged to verify the source of any information before accepting it as true. To ensure receiving accurate and reliable updates, citizens are advised to follow the official handles of the Nigeria Police…
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By Miriam Humbe Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole and the Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Owan Enoh on Monday, hosted the top Management retreat for the Presentation of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment’s 2025 Roadmap. The retreat aimed to present the Ministry’s 2025 Roadmap, bringing together CEOs of the 20 Agencies under the Ministry and Directors of the Ministry for a strategic discussion on the future of industry, trade, and investment in Nigeria. The meeting was themed: ‘Accelerating Diversification to Rebuild Prosperity by Leveraging Industry, Trade and Investment’. The two day…
By Miriam Humbe The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has welcomed the ruling of the Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday, February 7, 2025, which affirmed its statutory authority to regulate competition and consumer protection across all sectors, including telecommunications. FCCPC’s Director, Corporate Affairs Ondaje Ijagwu disclosed this in a statement signed on Sunday. The judgment reinforced the FCCPC’s mandate as the primary authority responsible for preventing anti-competitive practices and protecting consumers in Nigeria, in line with Sections 17 and 18 of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCPA) 2018. The case, heard before Justice F.N.…
By Miriam Humbe The Chief of Defence Staff ( CDS) l, General Christopher Gwabin Musa has joined numerous well meaning Nigerians to condole with Our Nigeria News over the loss of its leading editor, Mr Lawrence Bilal Audu who died in his sleep on Thursday, 6 February 2025. Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, the Director Defence Information disclosed this in a statement signed on Sunday. The CDS described the late Lawrence as an embodiment of hard work who was committed to uplifting the practice of journalism in the country. Amongst many of his qualities, the Defence Chief said is his steadfastness…
***Urges Nigerians To Be Wary Of Criminals’ Dynamic Antics, Cautions Against Violent Confrontation As part of its commitment to strengthening national security and curbing crime across the nation, the Nigeria Police Force continues to implement proactive strategies to address criminal activities effectively. These efforts reflect the determination to create a safer environment for all citizens while reinforcing public trust in the security apparatus. The recent successful operations carried out by Police operatives across the nation serve as a testament to this ongoing dedication to protect the lives and property of all residents in the country. In one of such cases…
By Miriam Humbe Kebbi Area Command witnessed a shift in power on Thursday, the 6th of February, 2025 as the Comptroller, Iheanacho Ernest Ojike proceeded on retirement. Salisu Mohammed Tajjuddeen, the Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Customs Service, Kebbi Area Command disclosed this in a statement signed for the Customs Area Controller. The New Customs Area Controller, Chidi Chukwumeziri Nwokorie charged his officers to be professional, disciplined and be mindful of their core mandates as they discharge their duties in their various Area Of Responsibility (AOR). He further sought the cooperation of the officers and men of the Command…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigeria Customs Area Controller, Tincan Island Port Command, Comptroller Frank Onyeka has successfully engaged a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including importers, Customs brokers, shipping agents, and other key players in the trade sector, to sensitize them on the implementation of the 4% Free on Board (FOB) levy and the new Unified Customs Management System known as B’Odogwu. The sensitization was in his continuous effort and renewed drive to bring stakeholders up to speed on some of the emerging policies of the Nigeria Customs Service. The interactive sessions, which were held in the Command on Thursday 6…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on 6 February 2025, hosted a high-level roundtable discussion on operational best practices for government-owned companies at its Headquarters in Maitama Abuja. The event brought together key stakeholders from the military, paramilitary, and financial sectors. The one-day event was attended by the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, alongside his management team, representatives from the Ministry of Finance, senior officers from the Nigerian Air Force, and board members of various government-owned companies. Also present were distinguished guest speakers, including Rear Admiral Suleiman Abdullahi, Air Vice Marshal Mohammed Umar (Rtd.), Professor Peter Akper,…
By Miriam Humbe Waldorf Knoll’s recent inter-house sports event has received high praise from the National Sports Commission (NSC) for aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s grassroots sports development program. According to NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, the school’s event demonstrates a clear commitment to identifying and nurturing young talents across Nigeria Dikko who doubled as the Chairman of the event hailed the way Waldorf Knoll organized the inter-house sports adding that it will make it easy for the Commission to identify talents scattered around Nigeria. He therefore promised the Commission’s support to make it better than what it is.…
***As IGP’s Delegation Pays Visit to Family Home By Miriam Humbe The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has mandated urgent intervention regarding the tragic shooting incident that occurred on July 24, 2024, at a police checkpoint in Itele, Ota, Ogun State. ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer FPRO disclosed this in a statement signed on Saturday. The incident involved Police officers who, during a routine vehicle stop, discharged their firearms when a Lexus vehicle flagged down had attempted to flee, resulting in a stray bullet striking 27-year-old Tomiwa Oni Odofa, an occupant of the vehicle. Upon…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Oyo/Osun Area Command, on Friday, witnessed the formal handing over ceremony between the outgoing Area Controller, Dr. Ben Oramalugo, and the incoming Area Controller, Comptroller JO. Adelaja. ASC II Abdulmalik Abiodun AKINTOLA Public Relations Officer, Oyo/Osun Area Command disclosed this in a statement signed on Saturday. The event, which took place at the operational headquarters of the Command in Ibadan, marked a significant transition in leadership. Dr. Ben Oramalugo, took time to reflect on the numerous successes recorded during his tenure. During his administration, the Command achieved notable strides in revenue generation,…
By Miriam Humbe Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede has conferred a Posthumous Award of Bravery on a slain officer of the Commission, Assistant Superintendent of the EFCC, ASE II. Aminu Harisu Sahabi. Dele Oyewale, the EFCC Head, Media & Puublicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Saturday. Olukoyede presented the Award in Sokoto on Friday, February 7, 2025 when he paid a condolence visit to the family of the late officer at the Gawon Nama area of Sokoto metropolis, Sokoto State. Recall that Sahabi was killed in cold blood in Awka,…