Security

International  Peace and Security :Nigeria Will Continue  Supporting UN’S Efforts – Defence Minister

By Ada Nkong …calls on international community to renew efforts to stem the tide of small arms and light weapons proliferation within the sahel region… The Minister of Defence,  Mohammed Abubakar Badaru has reaffirmed Nigeria's commitment to supporting the United Nations' efforts in maintaining international peace and security. A statement signed by Mr Henshaw Ogubike… Continue reading International  Peace and Security :Nigeria Will Continue  Supporting UN’S Efforts – Defence Minister

POLITICS

Edo 2024 Guber Elections: CLEEN Foundation Commends Security Personel

By Ada Nkong A non governmental organisation, CLEEN Foundation after observing the Edo State governorship elections has commended the security operatives for their punctuality and impartiality during the 2024 Edo governorship elections. In a report made available to our correspondent, CLEEN foundation says there was a general feeling of safety at the polling units. "The… Continue reading Edo 2024 Guber Elections: CLEEN Foundation Commends Security Personel

Security

Badaru Charges Graduands of Air War  Course 10/2024on Innovative and  Proactive Methods . By Ada Nkong The Minister of Defence  Mohammed Badaru Abubakar  mni has urged graduates of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Air War Course 10/2024 to employ innovative and proactive methods in combating complex security threats. A statement by Mr Henshaw Ogubike director… Continue reading

Crime · Environment

ICCW Wildlife and Forest Crime Analytic ToolKit: FG Sets Up Special Task Force

By Comfort Ntaji The Federal government has set up a special wildlife recovery taskforce to implement the report of the wildlife and forest Crime analytic toolkit. The Minister of environment Balarabe Lawal who was represented by Director planning research and statistics of the ministry Mr Stanley Jonah made this known during the launch of the… Continue reading ICCW Wildlife and Forest Crime Analytic ToolKit: FG Sets Up Special Task Force

OPINION

Prioritize Governance or Resign ,HURIWA Tells Zamfara Governor

By Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has reacted to the recent accusations made by Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, against the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle. Governor Lawal had accused his predecessor of sponsoring bandits during an interview on TVC, suggesting that Matawalle should resign to clear… Continue reading Prioritize Governance or Resign ,HURIWA Tells Zamfara Governor

Transportation

FG Test Runs  LNG Retrofitted Locomotive, to Save 60% Diesel Cost

By Ada Nkong The Minister of transportation Sa'id Alkali says retrofitting of locomotives to run on 70% LNG could cut cost by as much as 60%.The Minister noted this while on a testrun of the first retrofitted train on Africa from Idu in Abuja to Rigasa in Kaduna.The Minister who boarded from Idu station and… Continue reading FG Test Runs  LNG Retrofitted Locomotive, to Save 60% Diesel Cost

ECONOMY

Deep Seabed Mining: NIMASA to Collaborate With Relevant MDAs to Expand Maritime Resources

By Ada Nkong Nigeria's deep sea exploratory mining activities have commenced in both national and international waters with many developed countries and Pacific countries in support of these activities.  The Director General Nigerian Maritime and safety administration and safety agency (NIMASA) Dr Dayo Mabereola made this known during the stake holders sensitization workshop on deep-sea… Continue reading Deep Seabed Mining: NIMASA to Collaborate With Relevant MDAs to Expand Maritime Resources

OPINION

  Matawalle ,  Chief of  Defence Staff Commended for Commitment to Fight Against Insecurity

By Abdul-Jabbar Abubakar Maradun(General) The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle ,has been leading the charge against bandits in Nigeria, particularly in the Northwest region. His unwavering commitment to taking the war to the bandits' enclaves has yielded significant results, with numerous notorious leaders and fighters neutralized. This achievement is a testament… Continue reading   Matawalle ,  Chief of  Defence Staff Commended for Commitment to Fight Against Insecurity

Aviation

Capt. Chris Najomo @ 65: Encomiums  as NCAA Management, Staff Fetes AG. DGCA

By Ada Nkong The corporate headquarters Abuja of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) was a beehive of activities as the Authority's management and staff staged a surprise birthday party in honor of the Ag. Director General, Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Ona Najomo who turned 65 on Tuesday 17th September 2024. The management and staff… Continue reading Capt. Chris Najomo @ 65: Encomiums  as NCAA Management, Staff Fetes AG. DGCA