Nigerian Army, ICRC strengthen partnership on humanitarian protection, national security

Nigerian Army, ICRC strengthen partnership on humanitarian protection, national security

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Nigerian Army and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration aimed at promoting human rights, protecting civilians and enhancing national security through strict adherence to international humanitarian standards. Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, stated this on Wednesday while receiving the Head of Delegation of the ICRC in Nigeria, Miss Doris El Doueihy, during […]

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Nigerian Army seeks stronger media partnership to tackle misinformation, boost national security

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Nigerian Army has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its partnership with the Defence Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DECAN), stressing the importance of credible and timely information in supporting national security efforts and countering misinformation. The Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele,revealed this while receiving the President of DECAN, Mr Odita Sunday, and members of the association's executive committee during a courtesy visit […]

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COAS Commits to Strengthening Army University Through Education, Innovation

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army's commitment to human capital development, describing investment in education, research, innovation and technology as vital to strengthening national security and building a combat-ready force. Shaibu gave the assurance on Wednesday while receiving the Governing Council and Management Team of the Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB) during a courtesy visit to the […]

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Federal Government strengthens passport security with integration into ICAO verification system

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Federal Government has strengthened Nigeria's passport authentication system by integrating the country's passport signing certificates into the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Public Key Directory (PKD), a move expected to enhance the global verification of Nigerian passports and ease border clearance for travellers. In a statement released by the Service Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), DCI Akinsola Akinlabi, the integration ceremony […]

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NDLEA, Egypt to Strengthen Cooperation in Fight Against Drug Trafficking

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it is set to deepen collaboration with Egypt in the fight against illicit drug trafficking and substance abuse through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on intelligence sharing, joint operations and training. In a statement released to the press by the Director of Media and Advocacy of the Agency, Femi Babafemi, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the […]

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CDS Reaffirms Nigeria–US Defence Cooperation

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, has reaffirmed the Armed Forces of Nigeria's commitment to strengthening defence cooperation with the United States to enhance regional security and tackle emerging threats. In a statement signed by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, the CDS made the pledge during a courtesy visit by the United States Assistant Secretary for African Affairs, Mr. […]

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Defence Headquarters Holds Strategic Retreat with Military Veterans

The Defence Headquarters has held a one-day strategic retreat with leaders of military veterans' associations in Abuja to strengthen collaboration, enhance veterans' welfare and promote their continued contribution to national development. The retreat was organised in partnership with the Retired Army, Navy and Air Force Officers' Association of Nigeria. In a statement signed by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi […]

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Customs Inducts 70 Public Relations Officers to Strengthen Strategic Communication

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has inducted 70 Public Relations officers into the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), marking its first mass induction into the professional body in over a decade. The induction ceremony, held at the Service Headquarters in Abuja, is part of efforts to strengthen strategic communication and build a corps of certified professionals to effectively project the Service's reforms, operations and achievements. […]

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Nigerian Navy Dismantles Illegal Crude Oil Storage Pits in Bonny

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Nigerian Navy has foiled another attempt by crude oil theft syndicates to establish illegal storage facilities in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State. In a statement issued by the Director of Naval Information, Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, said personnel of the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Bonny, acting under Operation DELTA SENTINEL, uncovered seven concealed dugout pits during a targeted anti-crude oil theft operation around […]

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