Analyst Defends Operation Safe Corridor, Says Programme Key to Nigeria’s Counterinsurgency Efforts

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja A communication scholar, David Akoji, has defended Nigeria’s Operation Safe Corridor, describing it as a critical but misunderstood strategy in the country’s fight against insurgency. In an article titled Nigeria’s Operation Safe Corridor: A Deep Dive Beyond the Criticisms and Resistance, Akoji said the programme was created after troops began reclaiming territories from Boko Haram in the North-East and authorities faced the challenge of dealing with abductees, […]

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Code of Conduct Bureau Partners with Ministry to Boost Anti-Corruption Efforts

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) has partnered with the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation to enhance public awareness on combating corruption and promoting ethical standards in Nigeria's public service. The partnership was formalized during a courtesy visit by CCB Chairman Dr. Abdullahi Usman Bello to the Ministry. Minister Mohammed Idris emphasized the importance of public enlightenment, noting many public servants are unaware […]

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FCT Minister Praises JICA’s Efforts in Abuja Master Plan Review

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has lauded the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA)’s ongoing collaboration with the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) to review and upgrade the Abuja Master Plan. The Minister gave the commendation on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, when he received a Japanese delegation led by the Japan Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Suzuki Hideo, on a courtesy visit […]

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Nigerian Military Reaffirms Efforts to Rescue Kurmin Wali Kidnap Victims

By Zainab Uzomah The Nigerian military has sought to reassure residents of Kurmin Wali in Kaduna State that operations to free villagers abducted by armed groups remains top priority. The intervention follows rising anxiety among displaced families who fear momentum in the rescue effort may be slowing. In a statement issued by the Director of Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) said security personnel […]

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COAS Hosts NDA 41 Regular Course, Calls for Stronger Collective Efforts to Secure Nigeria.

By Zainab Uzomah. The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, hosted members of the 41 Regular Combatant Course Alumni Association at the Army Headquarters, Abuja, in a heartfelt reunion marked by reflection, and renewed commitment to national service. In a statement signed by the Acting Director Army Public Relations Lieutenant Colonel, Appolonia Anele, the Chief of Army Staff expressed deep appreciation for […]

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Tinubu making genuine efforts to tackle challenges, Barau tells hunger protesters

The Deputy Senate President, Senator Jibrin Barau, has appealed to the organisers of the planned nationwide protest to reconsider their decision and shelve the idea so that the fragile peace in the country would not be disrupted. Barau, who is also the first Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, said President Bola Tinubu is making genuine efforts to address the country’s challenges. PUNCH Online reports that the organisers of the […]

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