Armed Forces

Reps Summon Customs Comptroller General, Others Over Refusal To Retire

Reps Summon Customs Comptroller General, Others Over Refusal To Retire

Reps Summon Customs Boss, Others Over Refusal To Retire The House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions has asked the Comptroller General of Nigerian Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, to answer a petition before the Committee over the refusal of some top officials of the service to leave the service after their due retirement dates. While issuing the summons, the House noted that the CG has a duty as a public officer to explain to Nigerians what the true position is. According to a statement by the Media Head, Public Petitions Committee of the House of Representatives, Chook Oko, Adeniyi is…
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Soldiers Declare ‘No Mercy’ On Terrorists, Neutralize Over 50 Bandits In Zamfara

Soldiers Declare ‘No Mercy’ On Terrorists, Neutralize Over 50 Bandits In Zamfara

Soldiers Declare ‘No Mercy’ On Terrorists, Neutralize Over 50 Bandits In Zamfara Troops of Operation Fansan Yan Bindiga have achieved a major breakthrough in the fight against terrorism in Zamfara State, neutralizing over 50 terrorists and inflicting severe injuries on at least 25 others, including high-profile commanders loyal to Bello Turji and Sani Mai Nasara (Sani Black). The successful operation marked the first time Nigerian forces dominated the notorious Tungan Fulani Hills — a former terrorist stronghold linked to the 2019 ambush that claimed the lives of an army major and 16 soldiers Among the terrorists killed were notorious figures…
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‘How Security Operatives Rescued 23 Kidnap Victims From Gunmen In Kaduna’

‘How Security Operatives Rescued 23 Kidnap Victims From Gunmen In Kaduna’

‘How Security Operatives Rescued 23 Kidnap Victims From Gunmen In Kaduna’ Police acting in concert with military operatives have rescued 23 kidnapped victims from a gang of gunmen in Kajuru Local Government Area (LGA) of Kaduna State. Kaduna Police Command spokesperson, DSP Mansir Hassan, in a statement on Sunday said security operatives led by the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Kajuru Division and military personnel rescued the kidnapped Villages on Feb. 2. He said the security operatives acted on credible intelligence regarding the movement of bandits in Kajuru area and rescued the victims. Hassan said that the joint operatives advanced…
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POWA National President Dr Mrs Elizabeth Egbetokun Pays Courtesy Visits To ABIA State Gov. Otti And Prince Benjamin Apugo, Ochiagha Oparaukwu Ibeku In A Mega Empowerment Program

POWA National President Dr Mrs Elizabeth Egbetokun Pays Courtesy Visits To ABIA State Gov. Otti And Prince Benjamin Apugo, Ochiagha Oparaukwu Ibeku In A Mega Empowerment Program

Today, 17/01/2025, Abia State Police Command, Police Officers Wives Association held a mega empowerment program presided by the POWA National President Dr Mrs Elizabeth Egbetokun. On arrival, the National President POWA paid a courtesy visit to the Governor of Abia State, His Excellency Dr Alex Chioma Otti and Prince Benjamin Benedict Apugo, Ochiagha Oparaukwu Ibeku. She appreciated them for their unwavering commitment and support to Abia State Command and POWA. In response, she was warmly received and they promised continued collaboration in future initiatives. The POWA President also visited the Abia State Police Command, where she was received in a…
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Ohafia LGA Boss Celebrates 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day In Umuahia

Ohafia LGA Boss Celebrates 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day In Umuahia

OHAFIA LGA COUNCIL BOSS CELEBRATES 2025 ARMED FORCES REMEMBRANCE DAY IN UMUAHIA The Mayor of Ohafia LGA, Chief Eleanya Kalu recently joined forces with the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex C. Otti , to celebrate a significant event. Together, they honored the Nigerian Legion, Abia State Council, on the 2025 Armed Forces Day in Umuahia. Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, who had previously taken over the leadership of Ohafia LGA from Chief Bourdex in a grand ceremony, demonstrated his commitment to community and state development by participating in this important celebration. The 2025 Armed Forces Day celebration was an…
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Honour, Courage And Patriotism: Being Gov. Otti’s Speech At The 2025 Armed Forces Celebrations And Remembrance Day

Honour, Courage And Patriotism: Being Gov. Otti’s Speech At The 2025 Armed Forces Celebrations And Remembrance Day

HONOUR, COURAGE AND PATRIOTISM Being the Text of a Speech Presented by Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR, at the 2025 Armed Forces Celebrations and Remembrance Day on January 15, 2025 at the Armed Forces Remembrance Arcade, Umuahia Protocols, The stability, development and future of any nation is determined in large part by its ability to defend itself against external and internal threats, effectively protecting its borders while keeping the citizens safe and secured from all forms of aggression. With the rising number of well-funded radical groups across the world and the increasing desperation of non-state actors to disrupt the global…
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