United States Security Adviser Jake Sullivan engaged in substantive discussions with Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, with a focus on strengthening collaborative efforts to combat terrorism in West Africa. During the meeting, Sullivan reaffirmed President Biden’s dedication to Africa and commended Nigeria’s influential leadership within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The deliberations focused on bilateral security cooperation and the imperative to address terrorism in the West African region. Sullivan and Ribadu emphasized the mutual interests shared by the United States and Nigeria, particularly in supporting peace and stability in nations undergoing recent political transitions. Human rights,…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau state has raised concerns about the presence of criminal informants within the ranks of security agents in the country. The governor made these allegations during an appearance on Trust TV on Wednesday, January 17. Governor Mutfwang emphasized the urgent need for a thorough review of the recruitment process within the security services, advocating for measures to identify and eliminate “bad eggs” operating within their ranks. He stressed the necessity for increased accountability and control over the possession of firearms, proposing a registration process to monitor the individuals holding weapons. During the interview, Governor Mutfwang expressed…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced the relocation of its corporate headquarters from Abuja to Lagos. This decision, made under the directive of the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, SAN, CON, comes after careful consideration and wide consultations with stakeholders, including unions. The move is motivated by several factors aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and optimizing the utilization of public funds. One key reason highlighted by FAAN is the impracticality of maintaining a headquarters in Abuja when there was insufficient office space, leading to the return of affected personnel to Lagos.…
The escalating re-routing of ships circumventing the Red Sea due to rising security concerns is reshaping global bunker fuel dynamics, driving heightened demand and soaring prices across strategic ports. Amidst growing tensions sparked by Yemen’s Houthi militia attacks on merchant ships in the Red Sea, vessels are opting for alternative routes, creating a domino effect that is transforming refueling patterns. This shift is notably impacting ports from Mauritius to South Africa and the Canary Islands, with significant repercussions observed in key bunkering hubs. Ships are altering course to navigate around the southern tip of Africa, adding considerable travel…
Councillor Abigail Marshall Katung, a British Nigerian, has been appointed as the Lord Mayor of Leeds, marking a historic moment as the first elected African Councillor in the city’s history. Concurrently, Tope Awotona, a Nigerian-born entrepreneur, has officially been declared the wealthiest Nigerian immigrant residing in the United States. Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), expressed her heartfelt congratulations to Councillor Katung for the well-deserved appointment. She highlighted Katung’s past achievements and positive impact on humanity, expressing confidence in her ability to lead Leeds effectively for the term 2024-2025. Tope Awotona, aged 42 and…
In a move to address the growing concerns of illegal migration and human trafficking in Anambra State, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) have forged a strategic collaboration. The Anambra State Commandant of NSCDC, Olatunde Maku, emphasized the need for joint efforts during a meeting with the new Comptroller of Immigration Service, Dr. G.O Nwoke, at the NSCDC State Command Headquarters in Awka. Maku assured continued support from NSCDC in the fight against irregular migration and other trans-border crimes. Dr. G.O Nwoke, expressing gratitude for the warm reception, highlighted the…
Eterna Plc has inked a deal with Dangote Petrochemical Refinery, establishing itself as the official domestic sales distributor for Dangote refinery products in Nigeria. According to a corporate disclosure signed by Mandella Golkus, the Company Secretary of Eterna Plc, the company has expanded its trucking capacity through both truck acquisition and a strategic partnership with a third-party transportation company in alignment with this new venture. The official statement from Eterna Plc reads, “This appointment positions Eterna Plc as one of the major distributors of Dangote domestic products in the country and reinforces the company’s commitment to improving product supply…
President Bola Tinubu is in discussions with members of the Supreme Council for Sharia in Nigeria (SCSN) at the State House, Abuja, with the agenda remaining undisclosed. Speculation suggests that economic and security matters may be addressed.The meeting follows Sheikh AbdurRasheed Hadiyyatullah’s recent expression of regret for supporting the Tinubu-Shettima same-faith ticket last year. In an interview in Abuja, Sheikh Hadiyyatullah stirred controversy by criticizing the Muslim-Muslim ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2023 election, stating it fell short of expectations. According to Sheikh Hadiyyatullah, the same-faith ticket used by President Bola Tinubu in the last…
On Thursday, Pakistan launched retaliatory airstrikes inside Iran targeting alleged militant positions near the southeastern border. The strikes, reported to have hit Baluch insurgent training camps, resulted in at least seven casualties, according to initial reports. The Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs labeled the operation as a “highly coordinated and specifically targeted precision military strikes against terrorist hideouts” in Iran’s Sistan-o-Baluchistan province. The mission, codenamed ‘Marg Bar Sarmachar,’ aimed to counter perceived threats to Pakistan’s national security. The ministry emphasized Pakistan’s respect for Iran as a brotherly country, noting the people’s admiration for their Iranian counterparts. Despite the…
A cybersecurity specialist, Mr Chidiebere Ihediwa has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to consider an alternative approach to “Yahoo Boys” rehabilitation. Speaking during an award ceremony at the Police Officers Mess in GRA Ikeja, Lagos, Ihediwa urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to consider reorienting these individuals towards becoming information technology specialists. Ihediwa, a renowned software developer honored at the event, emphasized the importance of redirecting the knowledge of these cyber fraudsters into meaningful ventures instead of allowing them to languish in detention or face destructive dissolution. He pointed out that while many…
The Cross River State Government has declared a Lassa fever outbreak in the Ejah Community of Osupong Ward 1, Obubra Local Government Area. Dr Henry Ayuk, the Commissioner for Health, announced the outbreak and confirmed the cause of death in a notification released in Calabar. “Investigation has been concluded and details of the deceased, a resident of Obubra, gotten from Federal University Teaching Hospital Abakaliki, Ebony State—confirmed he died of Lassa fever”. The deceased, a resident of Obubra, was diagnosed with Lassa fever at the Federal University Teaching Hospital Abakaliki, Ebony State. The state government has initiated immediate measures, commencing…
The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) experienced a remarkable surge, with the All-Share Index rising by 2.38% to reach an unprecedented 90,063.25 points. The NGX’s exceptional performance in the last few days has been nothing short of extraordinary. Between January 15 and 17, 2024, the market witnessed an impressive gain of 8.45%, and year-to-date, it has soared by a remarkable 20.45%. This remarkable growth has solidified its status as the fastest-growing equities market globally, surpassing the Argentine Stock Market. Despite this surge, the overall equities market cap showed no change, maintaining its position at N48.139 trillion. However, trading volume witnessed…