By Ambassador Yu Dunhai July 1, 2026 marks the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC). Under the Party’s strong leadership, China has achieved the twin miracles of rapid economic growth and long-term social stability. In just a few decades, it has accomplished a development transformation unprecedented in human history, becoming the world’s second-largest economy and a key engine of global growth. Many international friends often ask what lies behind China’s remarkable success. The answer, above all, is the leadership of the Communist Party of China. At the beginning of the twentieth century, China was…
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By Miriam Humbe Following the launch of Strategy 2026-2030 on 16th March 2026, the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has commenced a comprehensive strategy cascading exercise aimed at translating enterprise-wide goals into actionable directorate-level plans. Built on the Balanced Scorecard (BSC) framework, the Enterprise Strategy is anchored on five Strategic Pillars and twelve Strategic Objectives, providing a clear roadmap for strengthening meteorological service delivery, enhancing organizational performance, and advancing climate resilience across Nigeria. Recognizing that successful strategy execution requires alignment at every level of the organization, NiMet initiated the cascading exercise to ensure that all directorates understand their roles and contributions…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has been ranked among the top three best-performing Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) of the Federal Government in the 2026 Public Service Reforms Performance Assessment conducted by the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR). This was contained in a statement signed on Sunday, by NCC’s Director, Public Affairs, Mrs. Nnenna Ukoha. In the latest Public Service Reforms Performance Assessment, the Commission was ranked third overall, following a comprehensive evaluation across key reform indicators, including the Self-Assessment Tool (SAT), Freedom of Information (FOI) Compliance Score, Fiscal Transparency and Integrity Index, and official website…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Navy has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and support to civil authorities by rescuing victims trapped following a building collapse at Alakija, Lagos State. Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, the Director of Naval Information at the Naval Headquarters disclosed this in a statement signed on Monday. Following a distress call about the incident, personnel of the Nigerian Navy swiftly mobilised to the scene and joined other emergency responders in the search and rescue operation. Through their prompt response, professionalism, and dedication, several victims were successfully rescued from the debris and…
By Miriam Humbe Troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE, in collaboration with operatives of the Benue State Civil Protection Guard, on Sunday, 28 June 2026, swiftly responded to a distress call at Tor Donga Yam Market in Benue State while conducting fighting and confidence-building patrols. Lieutenant Ahmad Zubairu Zubairu, the Acting Media Information Officer, Headquarters of JTF Operation WHIRL STROKE disclosed this in a statement signed on Monday. On arrival, the troops made contact with the terrorists and engaged them decisively. During the encounter, two terrorists, identified as Dantaraba and Golozo, were neutralised. Following the operation, troops recovered one AK-47 rifle,…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Navy has sustained its operational momentum against crude oil theft with another intelligence-led operation under Operation DELTA SENTINEL, disrupting the movement of illegally refined petroleum products through the creek corridors of Rivers State. Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, the Director, Naval Information, Nigerian Navy disclosed this in a statement signed on Sunday. Acting on credible intelligence, personnel of Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) SOROH deployed to the Orashi Forest area of Okolomade Community in Abua/Odual Local Government Area, bordering Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, following reports of suspected movement of illegally refined products. On arrival,…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has graduated 50 officers from the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College (NCCSC), Gwagwalada, with two officers from the Service’s National Public Relations Unit emerging as the Overall Best and Second Best Graduating Students in Senior Course 14/2026. A major highlight of the graduation ceremony, held at the Ahmed Makarfi Hall of the College on Friday, 26 June 2026, was the emergence of Chief Superintendent of Customs Ridwan Yusuf as the Overall Best Graduating Student and Chief Superintendent of Customs Nuruddeen Sa’idu as the Second Best Graduating Student. Both officers serve in…
What an absolute proud moment for the Nigeria Customs Service Public Relations Unit! On Friday, June 26, 2026, the Nigeria Customs Service Command and Staff College (NCCSC), Gwagwalada, graduated 50 exceptional officers from Senior Course 14. But the real headline for us? The NCS PR Unit completely swept the top honours! Chief Superintendent of Customs Ridwan Yusuf emerged as the Overall Best Graduating Student with three additional awards, closely followed by Chief Superintendent of Customs Nuruddeen Sa’idu as the Second Best Graduating Student. Seeing my immediate colleagues stand on that stage at the Ahmed Makarfi Hall was a moment of…
By Miriam Humbe The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has expressed concern over findings from an ongoing surveillance of the downstream petroleum market suggesting undue exploitation of consumers. In its statement, FCCPC stated that a review of the gantry prices of local refiners, marketers, depot operators and retail outlet operators revealed token reductions in prices that are not commensurate with the steep fall in crude prices in the global market. Reacting, the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the FCCPC, Mr. Tunji Bello, stated: “To be clear, the Commission does not regulate or approve petroleum prices…
By Miriam Humbe Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY) have recorded another operational success, neutralized two notorious Lakurawa terrorists and recovered a significant cache of arms and ammunition during a well-coordinated offensive operation in the Sabarumawa axis of Kebbi State on 27 June 2026. Lt Col Aliyu Danja, the Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA disclosed this in a statement signed Sunday. The operation forms part of the ongoing military efforts to dismantle terrorist networks and enhance the security of communities across the North West. The…
By Miriam Humbe The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved a strategic reshuffling of senior officers across key operational, command, training and staff appointments within the Nigerian Army (NA). Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Colonel Apollonia Anele disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. This is part of ongoing efforts to enhance operational effectiveness, strengthen national security and consolidate the Army’s capacity to address emerging security challenges across the country. The appointments affected some field Commanders, school Commandants and principal staff officers at Army Headquarters. In the new posting, Major General WM Dangana has…
By Miriam Humbe Troops of Sector 9 Operation ENDURING PEACE deployed in Namu Town Qua’an Pan LGA of Plateau State on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, conducted a deliberate offensive operation leading to the rescue of 8 kidnapped victims at Pandam Forest in Qua’an Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State. Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh, the Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. The operation conducted at approximately 3:00am, following credible intelligence regarding the presence of kidnappers in the forest, highlights the troops unwavering commitment to restoring peace and security as…