COAS Seeks PTDF Partnership to Boost Local Drone Technology

COAS Seeks PTDF Partnership to Boost Local Drone Technology

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to developing local technological capacity and strengthening partnerships to enhance national security. Shaibu made this known on Friday, September 18, 2026, during a courtesy visit to the headquarters of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) in Abuja. In a statement by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the COAS […]

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Ododo Meets Mohammed Audu, Seeks Greater Cooperation on Kogi Development

By Zainab Uzomah Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has met with Prince Mohammed Audu, son of the late former governor of the state, Prince Abubakar Audu, to discuss economic development, agricultural growth and political unity in the state. According to the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, the meeting, which took place during the governor’s visit to Audu’s residence, focused on strengthening Kogi’s economy, improving the welfare […]

August 31, 2026 22

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IGP Disu Seeks Stronger Welfare Support for Security Personnel

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Riliwan Disu, has called for sustained collaboration to improve the welfare of security personnel and their families, saying better support for officers is crucial to morale and operational effectiveness. The call followed a courtesy visit by the President of the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association, DEPOWA, Mrs Mernan Femi Oluyede, and her delegation to the Force Headquarters in Abuja. Discussions […]

July 30, 2026 25

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COAS Seeks Increased Private Sector Investment in Military Infrastructure, Veterans’ Welfare

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has called for greater private sector investment in military infrastructure, personnel welfare and support for veterans as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s security and operational capabilities. Shaibu made the call on Friday while receiving the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative (ASR Africa), Dr Ubon Udoh, and his delegation […]

July 25, 2026 27

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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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DECAN Seeks Expanded Access to Naval Operations, Stronger Media-Navy Collaboration

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Defence Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DECAN) has called for stronger institutional collaboration with the Nigerian Navy, urging increased opportunities for journalists to participate in naval operations, exercises and strategic maritime engagements to enhance accurate and informed security reporting. The call was made during a courtesy visit by the newly elected DECAN executives to the Directorate of Naval Information in Abuja on Tuesday. Speaking during the visit, […]

June 25, 2026 32

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ADC Youth Wing Petitions NJC, Seeks Justice Lifu’s Recusal From Party-Related Cases

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The National Youth Wing of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), alongside leaders of civil society organisations affiliated with the party, has petitioned the National Judicial Council (NJC), seeking the removal of Justice Peter Odo Lifu from all matters relating to the party. The petition, dated June 18, 2026, was addressed to the Executive Secretary of the NJC and signed by the ADC National Youth Leader, Comrade Balarabe […]

June 22, 2026 16

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Customs Seeks Stronger Inter-Agency Collaboration Against Terrorism Financing, Transnational Crimes

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service has called for stronger inter-agency collaboration and intelligence sharing to combat terrorism financing, money laundering, wildlife trafficking and other transnational crimes. Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, made the call on Thursday during a study tour by participants of the Operational Level Countering the Financing of Terrorism and Regional Security Course from the National Defence College at the Customs Headquarters in Abuja. Adeniyi […]

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Navy Celebrates 70 Years, Seeks Royal Backing from Oba of Lagos Ahead of Anniversary Festivities

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja Ahead of the Nigerian Navy’s 70th anniversary celebration, the Commander of Nigerian Navy Ship BEECROFT, Commodore A Adams-Aliu, has paid a courtesy visit to the Oba of Lagos, Rilwanu Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu, at his palace in Isale Eko, Lagos. The visit formed part of preparations for the anniversary events scheduled to hold from May 29 to June 4. During the meeting, Commodore Adams-Aliu formally invited the […]

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