Author: Humsi

By Miriam Humbe Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, has emphasised the important role the Federal Civil Service plays in promoting national security in the country. Segun Imohiosen, the Director, Information in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation OSGF disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. The SGF made the disclosure while delivering a lecture at the National Defence College Course 33 training programme in Abuja. The lecture was themed: “Strengthening Institutions for National Security and Development in Nigeria: Appraisal of the Civil Service”. He stressed that Civil Service has…

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By Miriam Humbe The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, UNODC, has sought a more robust working relationship with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. Dele Oyewale, EFCC’s Head of media and Publicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. The quest was made in Abuja on Thursday, January 23, 2025 when its Country Representative, Cheikh Ousmane Toure led a staff delegation on a courtesy visit to the EFCC’s Executive Chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede at the Commission’s corporate headquarters. Toure, who said that he was eager for knowledge sharing among West African States explained that “this is…

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By Miriam Humbe The United States Director of Narcotics and Law Enforcement in the Nigerian Embassy, Candace Spradley, has expressed delight with the efforts and successes of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC), in its crusade against economic and financial crimes and other acts of corruption, describing them as impressive. Dele Oyewale, the EFCC’s Head of media & Publicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. She made the observation in Abuja on Thursday, January 23, 2025 when she led a delegation of officials of Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) on a courtesy visit to the Executive Chairman,…

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By Miriam Humbe Major General Godwin Mutkut officially assumed command as the new Force Commander (FC) of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) after a handover ceremony at the MNJTF Headquarters, Farcha, in N’Djamena, Chad, on Thursday, 23 January 2025. Lt. Col. Olaniyi Osoba, the Chief Military Information Officer, Headquarters, MNJTF N’djamena, Chad disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. Major General Mutkut took over from Major General Ibrahim Sallau Ali, whose tenure was marked by significant achievements in strengthening regional security and counterterrorism efforts across the Lake Chad Basin. In his inaugural address, Major General Mutkut expressed gratitude…

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By Miriam Humbe Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have neutralized the abductors of the wife of Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG Hakeem Odusumu’s wife and recovered the ransom paid. Force Public Relations Officer, FPRO Olumuyiwa Adejobi confirmed this on Thursday. Mrs Odumosu was dragged out of her jeep by some four hooded men, and taken through a swampy area to an unknown location, six days ago. The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun has commended the Police Operatives and Commissioner of Police, CP Ogun State, Lanre Ogunlowo, for a good job. The FPRO said that the Police…

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By Nana Musa-Umar The Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU), Hafsat Bakari, says the country will soon exit the “grey list” of countries under increased monitoring by the Financial Action Task Force (FATT). The FATF uses grey lists to identify countries with deficiencies in their anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CFT) systems. Bakari gave the assurance at National Anti-Money Laundering, Combating Terrorism Financing and Counter Proliferation Financing (AML/CFT/CPF) Compliance Summit, on Tuesday in Abuja. The theme of the summit is : “Shaping the Future of Financial Integrity in Nigeria: Emerging Trends and Best Practices.” Bakari,…

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***As IGP Expresses Optimism Towards Improved Policing The Nigeria Police Force is pleased to announce the graduation of 10,000 recruit constables from various training institutions across the country. This milestone event is a testament to the ongoing commitment of the Force to enhance its personnel strength and capacity, ensuring the delivery of effective policing services to the Nigerian populace. The passing out parade ceremony, scheduled to take place on Thursday, 23rd January 2025, will be held at 4 different Police Colleges and 12 Training Schools, to be presided over by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun as the…

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By Miriam Humbe The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has obtained a bench warrant from the Federal Capital Territory High Court Apo, Abuja against Jubrin Buba, a staff of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), for refusing to appear for arraignment. Demola Bakare, ICPC’s Director, Public Enlightenment and Education/Spokesperson disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The case of Federal Republic of Nigeria vs Jubrin Buba came up on Wednesday for arraignment de novo. However, the defendant was not in Court neither was his lawyer nor his surety, despite being duly notified. In…

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The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) notes the announcement by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) approving a 50% adjustment in telecommunications tariffs. While the FCCPC acknowledges the economic pressures faced by telecom operators, including increasing operational costs, we unequivocally state that consumer interests remain paramount. The FCCPC acknowledges the intense pressure faced by the NCC over the years to approve tariff increases due to the rising operational costs experienced by telecom operators, which became more pronounced in recent times. We commend the NCC for adopting a deliberate and measured approach by rationalising the tariff adjustment and linking it…

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By Miriam Humbe The trial of former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman continued on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at the Federal High Court, Abuja, presided over by Justice James Omotosho with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC presenting its 8th witness, PW8. Dele Oyewale, EFCC’s Head of Media & Publicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The witness, PW8 Abdullahi Suleman, a bureau de change operator, narrated how more than N22 billion was allegedly siphoned from the Federal Ministry of Power while Mamman was Minister. He said the naira equivalent of the money was exchanged for United…

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By Miriam Humbe Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC have arrested no fewer than 37 suspected internet fraudsters. Dele Oyewale, the EFCC’s Head of Media & Publicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The all-male suspects were arrested in a sting operation at Commissioners’ Quarters, Dr. J. O. Ukwutinife Close, Ifite, Awka, Anambra State, following credible intelligence linking them to fraudulent internet activities. Items recovered from them include six exotic cars, laptops and mobile phones. They will be charged to Court as soon as investigations are concluded. Dagnz

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By Miriam Humbe The Army War College Nigeria (AWCN) witnessed a memorable leadership transition on 22 January 2025, as Major General Ishaya Maina handed over the leadership to Major General Umar Mohammed Alkali, the 7th Commandant of the institution. College Public Relations Officer, Major Hashimu Sa’ad Abdullahi disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. As he bid farewell, Maj Gen Maina left the audience with an inspiring message: “Goodbyes are not the end, but the beginning of new journeys.” The ceremony, held at the College Conference Room in Asokoro, Abuja, marked the end of an impactful tenure for Maj…

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