….Warns against the exclusion of genuine farmers From Ahmed Muhammed Danasabe, Lokoja Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State has flagged off the distribution of over 20 trucks of fertilizer to farmers in the 21 local government areas of the state. Governor Ododo, who performed the flag off at a ceremony in Lokoja, reiterated his commitment to developing the agricultural sector in the state and described the occasion as a fulfilling moment for him as a leader who is committed to serving the state in the best interest of the people. This is contained in a press release signed by…
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…We can’t tolerate this any more From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Minister of State for Defence Dr Bello Muhammed Matawalle has expressed sadness over the activities of terrorists and bandits terrorizing Sokoto, Zamfara, Katsina, Kebbi States and its environs. Consequent to this, the Honourable Minister of State has directed the Chief of Defence Staff and other military chiefs to move to Sokoto which is the headquarters of the GOC Sokoto, Zamfara, Katsina and Kebbi states with him as part of an intensified effort by the Federal Government to rid the North -West of the menace of banditry, kidnapping and terrorism.…
From Musa Muhammad kutama Calabar The Nigerian Armed Forces have been enjoined to forge an enhanced symbiotic relationship with the media as part of efforts to build public trust and support. Speaking as a guest lecturer at the Nigerian Naval War College in Calabar, Cross River State, the Director-General of Voice of Nigeria, Mallam Jibrin Baba Ndace, underscored the significance of a robust relationship between the military and the Media. Mallam Ndace spoke on the topic, “Strengthening Military – Media Collaboration: A Strategic Imperative for the Nigerian Navy,” and drew inferences from his decades of experience as a committed, award-winning…
From Umar Danladi Ado,Sokoto The Sokoto State Police Command has announced that CP Ahmed Musa,, has been posted as the 48th Commissioner of Police to spearhead the affairs of the state police command. He takes over from CP Ali Hayatu Kaigama, who retired meritoriously from active service. CP Ahmed Musa,, hails from Mubi North Local Government Area of Adamawa state. His career began when he was enlisted on the 10th of June 1994 as Assistant Superintendent of Police as ASP Cadet and trained at Nigeria police academy, wudil, Kano. He was posted to Kogi command as ASP on probation. Since…
… Recoveres over 1,270,650 litres of stolen crude oil in South-South region From Atiku Sarki, Abuja Troops of Operation Delta Safe have apprehended 17 oil thefts and other violent extremists in the South-South region. The troops also recovered over 1 270 650 litres of stolen crude oil 350, 700 litres of illegally refined AGO, 220 litres of DPK and 1,000 litres of PMB. Briefing newsmen on Thursday in Abuja on the ongoing operational military activities across the country, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, said in August, troops of Operation DELTA SAFE maintained momentum against the…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) expresses its deep condemnation of the brutal murder of His Royal Highness Alhaji Isa Bawa, the Emir of Gobir, by bandits in Sokoto State. In a press statement signed by Khalid Muhammad Bello, the National President of the association, stated, “We call upon President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Defence Minister, and the National Security Adviser to urgently consider our proposed roadmap for resolving the conflicts in the North West region. This tragic event, where the Emir was kidnapped and killed despite a ransom payment of over…
…Reaffirms commitment to citizens’ safety From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Federal Government has appealed to the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) to call off its ongoing warning strike, as the government is working to address the association’s challenges. The strike is in protest against the abduction of its members, especially Dr Popoola Ganiyat, abducted eight months ago. In a statement issued to newsmen in Abuja on Friday by the Head of Press and Public Relations in the Ministry, Patience Onuobia said the Minister of State, Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, made the appeal during a meeting with NARD leaders…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Agriculture Correspondents Association of Nigeria (ACAN) is deeply saddened to announce the passing of its former Chairman, Mr. John O. Oba, a cherished and esteemed member of the association. Mr Oba died in the early hours of Thursday, 29th August 2024, after a brief illness. Until his death, he was a staff of Blue Print Newspaper and a former Chairman of ACAN between 2016 and 2023. This was contained in a statement signed and issued by the Public Relations Officer of the Association, Juliana Agbo, indicating that Mr Oba was more than just an exceptional…
From Ahmad Ibrahim Gusau The Zamfara State Police Command has condemned the killing of one of its officers, Halliru Liman, who was shot and killed by military personnel. The command demanded a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure that those responsible were brought to book. In a statement issued to newsmen on Thursday, the command’s spokesperson, ASP Yazid Abubakar, said the command was deeply disturbed by the senseless killing of Liman, who was, until his death, the DPO in charge of Wasagu Division in Kebbi state. Abubakar said the deceased police officer was on his way…
From Umar Danladi Ado ,Sokoto A delegation from Sokoto State, led by the Honorable Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Hon. Mohammed Tukur Alkali, who also serves as the state Chairman of the Steering committee for the Agile project, visited Maiduguri for a peer learning experience. The delegation was accompanied by Dr. Mansur Isa Buhari, Coordinator of the Agile project in Sokoto State. The peer learning visit aimed to facilitate knowledge sharing, collaboration, and capacity building, enabling the Sokoto State team to leverage the experiences and expertise of their counterparts in Borno State. A statement issued by the Public Relations…