The Needless Politicization of NATCOM: A Threat to Nigeria’s Security
By James Ezema The establishment of the National Commission Against the Proliferation of Arms, Light Weapons, and Ammunitions (NATCOM) in Nigeria has been a long-awaited move to address the proliferation of small arms and light weapons in the country. However,…
Minister of Defence Leads Charge Against Terrorism, Relocates Military Chiefs to Sokoto
The Minister of State for Defence, H.E. Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has taken a bold step in the fight against terrorism and banditry in the North West region, directing the Chief of Defence Staff and other military chiefs to relocate…
Death In Jail, A Call To Action…
Two awaiting trial inmates in Afokang Prison, in Calabar, Mr. Ntiero Effiong and Mr. Okon Eke, died two Wednesdays ago in their cells due to illnesses related to malnutrition. Another awaiting trial inmate died today Sunday in Cell A1, a…
OpenLife Summit: Experts Gather to Tackle Nigeria’s Security Challenges, Boost Economic Growth
The maiden edition of the OpenLife Annual Summit held recently at the Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, brought together stakeholders from various fields to deliberate on Nigeria’s security situation and its impact on economic growth. The summit, themed…
Nigeria’s Federal Government Initiates External Audit of NNPC’s N2.7tn Subsidy Claim
The Federal Government has taken a significant step towards verifying the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s (NNPC) N2.7tn fuel subsidy claim by initiating the selection process for an external auditor. This move aims to determine the authenticity of the claim…
Groups Announce “I-WALK 4 EFCC 2024” To Promote Values For A Better Nigeria
A group of advocacy organizations, including Project Victory Call Initiative, MasterBuilder Communications, and others, has announced the “i-Walk 4 EFCC 2024” event, aimed at promoting values for a better and greater Nigeria. The event, scheduled for October 5, 2024, is…
Ododo’s Supreme Court Victory: Minister Of Steel Development Lauds Judgment, Calls For Unity In Kogi State
Nigeria’s Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, has congratulated the Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Ahmed Usman Ododo, on his victory at the Supreme Court. The court’s landmark judgment, delivered on Friday, August 23, in Abuja, affirmed…
Police Uncover Hidden Ammunition, Arrest Woman With 124 Rounds OF Anti-aircraft Ammunition
In a shocking discovery, operatives of the Nasarawa State Police Command have arrested a woman, Hauwa Sani, in possession of 124 rounds of anti-aircraft ammunition concealed in a gallon of palm oil. The arrest was made in Keffi, Keffi Local…
Matawale Condemns Brutal Killing Of District Head In Sokoto State, Vows Perpetrators Must Be Apprehended
The Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has strongly condemned the heinous murder of the District Head of Gatawa, Alhaji Isa Bawa, in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto state. Describing the act as “barbaric…
Olukoyede Charges Youths on Grassroots’ Anti-Corruption Crusade
Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has called on youths across the country to take the anti-corruption crusade to the grassroots level. He made the call on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at the…
TWIN TRAGEDY: Bandits Wreak Havoc in Kaduna and Sokoto, Leaving Trail of Death and Destruction
In a devastating 24 hours, bandits have unleashed terror on two Nigerian states, leaving a trail of death, destruction, and despair. In Kaduna State, Galadimawa Village in Igabi Local Government Area was attacked, resulting in the abduction of the village…
