The North East Zonal Director of the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW), Major General Abubakar Adamu (Rtd), has lauded the efforts of the 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army and Sector 3, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), for their significant contributions to improving security across Taraba State. General Adamu made the commendation during a courtesy visit to the Brigade Headquarters in Jalingo, as part of a regional sensitization tour aimed at enhancing collaboration in the fight against the proliferation of small arms and light weapons. He praised the Brigade’s balanced approach to tackling insecurity,…
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Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has officially commissioned the newly upgraded Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Kumo, Akko Local Government Area of Gombe State, describing it as a significant step forward in the federal government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery across the country. The inauguration ceremony drew a large and enthusiastic crowd as residents, students, and community leaders gathered to welcome the First Lady. She was joined by Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, and other dignitaries. Speaking at the event, Senator Tinubu commended the Gombe State…
In a major breakthrough for communal harmony, the long-standing tensions between the Bachama and Chobo communities have taken a decisive turn toward peace as both groups signed a historic Peace Accord at the Adamawa State Police Headquarters in Yola. The peace agreement was formalized during a meeting presided over by the Commissioner of Police, Dankombo Morris, and attended by key security stakeholders. Among those present were Lt Col. Eleje Abubakar, representing the Brigade Commander of the 23 Armoured Brigade Yola; Mr. Bartholomew Omoaka, fsi+, State Director of the Department of State Services (DSS); and Commandant Idris Dahiru Bande, State Commander of the…
The Adamawa State Government has approved capital projects worth over N26 billion to improve infrastructure, enhance agricultural productivity, and strengthen public services across the state. The approvals were made during the State Executive Council meeting held on Thursday, presided over by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri at the new Council Chamber of the Government House in Yola. Speaking to journalists after the meeting, Commissioner for Information and Strategy, James Iliya, outlined several major projects aimed at boosting development across key sectors. A significant portion of the funding will go to road construction and rehabilitation in various local government areas. Key projects include: N3.89 billion for the construction of the 11.2-kilometre Plum…
As Nigeria celebrates its 65th Independence Anniversary, the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has highlighted the significant strides made in the country’s sports sector and expressed confidence in a brighter future driven by ongoing reforms. In a goodwill message released by the SWAN National Secretariat on Wednesday, the Association’s President, Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, through Secretary-General Ambassador Ikenna Okonkwo, congratulated sportswriters, athletes, coaches, administrators, and other stakeholders for their role in Nigeria’s sporting journey. Mr. Benjamin acknowledged that Nigeria’s sports landscape has faced numerous challenges over the years but noted that recent developments indicate a positive turnaround. “The past decade…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed concern over the tragic boat accident that occurred on Tuesday in Ibaji Local Government Area of Kogi State, resulting in the loss of several lives. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President extended his condolences to the government and people of Kogi State, as well as the families of the victims. The deceased were reportedly traders en route to Ilushi market in neighboring Edo State when the mishap occurred. Describing the incident as “shocking and unfortunate,” President Tinubu lamented the loss of lives among individuals…
Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 6 Brigade, in a coordinated operation with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), have arrested two men impersonating police officers while transporting a large consignment of cannabis in Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State. The operation, carried out as part of the ongoing military campaign Operation Lafiya Nakowa, led to the interception of two Toyota Hilux vehicles at Takum Junction. Inside the vehicles, troops discovered 1,134 blocks of substances suspected to be cannabis. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Brigade’s Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, said the arrest…
Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State has called on journalists to take a frontline role in combating the growing threat of fake news, disinformation, and misinformation, especially within the digital media space. The governor made the appeal on Tuesday during the 2025 Triennial Delegates’ Conference of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Borno State Council, held at the International Conference Centre, Musa Usman Secretariat, in Maiduguri. Represented by his Special Adviser on Media, Dauda Iliya, Governor Zulum warned that the unchecked spread of manipulated information and weaponized content poses a serious risk to national security, peaceful coexistence, and sustainable…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has commenced a discreet and comprehensive investigation into the tragic killing of Ms. Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a prominent News Anchor, Reporter, and Producer with Arise News Channel. Ms. Maduagwu was reportedly murdered during an armed robbery at her residence in Katampe, Abuja, in the early hours of Monday, September 29, 2025. The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, Ajao S. Adewale, has directed the deployment of intelligence and operational resources to apprehend the perpetrators. In a statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer, Josephine Adeh, the incident was described as a “cruel and…
The Muslim Public Affairs Centre ,MPAC, Nigeria has debunked recent comments made by American TV host Bill Maher, who alleged that Christians are being targeted for genocide in Nigeria. During an episode of his HBO talk show Real Time with Bill Maher,was alleged to have aired on Friday, September 26, claiming that “Islamists” in Nigeria had murdered over 100,000 Christians and destroyed more than 18,000 churches, suggesting an orchestrated campaign to “wipe out the Christian population of an entire country.” In a statement issued on Monday by its Executive Chairman, Disu Kamor, MPAC dismissed the statements as “alarmist, false, and agenda-driven,” warning…