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…
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,…
***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…
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…
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…
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…
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
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…
By Miriam Humbe The World Meteorological Organization (WMO), in collaboration with UNESCO, is leading efforts for the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation 2025 (IYGP 2025). Established by UN General Assembly (UNGA) resolution A/RES/77/158, adopted in December 2022 during the 77th UNGA, this initiative also designates 21 March as the annual World Day for Glaciers, starting in 2025. Through these efforts, WMO and UNESCO aim to raise awareness about the vital role glaciers, snow, and ice play in the climate system and hydrological cycle, as well as the far-reaching impacts of rapid glacial melt. IYGP 2025 focuses on raising awareness, advocating…
***Reiterates Core Principles Of Protecting Lives, Properties By Miriam Humbe The Nigeria Police Force has recorded significant achievements in its efforts to curb crime, recording the arrest of 179 armed robbery suspects, 100 kidnapping suspects, 152 Murder/homicide suspects, 34 suspects connected with the unlawful possession of prohibited firearms, 77 rape suspects, 110 suspected cultists and recovery of 73 various firearms, 310 ammunition of various calibers. ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer FPRO disclosed this in a statement signed on Monday. Humsimedia gathered that the achievements are testaments to the promise of the Force to adopt improved strategies in…
By Miriam Humbe The United Kingdom’s Minister of State for Defence, Lord Baron Vernon Rodney Coaker, has paid an official visit to the Chief of Defence Staff, (CDS) at the Defence Headquarters. Director Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The UK Minister of State for Defence said the visit was to further strengthen the already existing military relationships between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. He said that this was the first country he had visited outside the UK since assuming office, and acknowledged the cordial relationships between the two countries. Lord Coaker…