Category: News
TROOPS OF OPHK DESTROY MULTIPLE TERRORIST CAMPS, RECOVER ARMS AND EQUIPMENT
Maiduguri, Borno State | 18 January 2026 Troops of the Joint Task Force North East (JTF-NE), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have recorded significant operational successes in the ongoing Operation DESERT SANITY, destroying multiple terrorist camps, recovering arms and equipment, and repelling coordinated attacks by insurgents within the Timbuktu Triangle. According to a statement signed by…
COAS TO TROOPS: “YOUR JOB ON THE PLATEAU IS CRITICAL TO NATIONAL STABILITY”
Jos, Plateau State – Monday, 19 January 2026 The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has charged troops of 3 Division, Nigerian Army, to remain disciplined, committed, and professional, stressing that their role in addressing security challenges on the Plateau is critical to national stability. The COAS gave the charge during an…
INEC Trains Voter Education Officers on Strategic Communication, Misinformation Monitoring Ahead of 2027 General Elections
Keffi, Nasarawa State – January 21, 2026 As part of preparations for the 2027 General Elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has commenced a two-day capacity-building programme for officers of its Voter Education and Publicity Department, focusing on strategic communication and misinformation monitoring. The training, which is holding in Keffi, Nasarawa State, is organised…
US CONDOLES WITH NIGERIA OVER IMAM’S DEATH
Abuja, January 21, 2026 The United States Mission in Nigeria has expressed deep condolences to the family and loved ones of Imam Abdullahi Abubakar, the renowned Chief Imam of Nghar village in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, who passed away on January 15, 2026, at the age of 90. In a statement…
Customs, NARTO Strengthen Collaboration on Border Security in Niger/Kogi
Minna, Niger State – Tuesday, 13 January 2026 The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Niger/Kogi Area Command, has reinforced its stakeholder engagement efforts with a strategic meeting involving the Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO), aimed at enhancing border security and safeguarding legitimate transport operations across the Niger/Kogi axis.The engagement took place on Tuesday, 13…
SARDAUNA MEMORIAL FOUNDATION ADVOCATES STRONGER ROLE FOR TRADITIONAL RULERS IN GOVERNANCE
Dutse, Jigawa State | January 21, 2026 The Sardauna Memorial Foundation has called for a stronger and more clearly defined role for traditional institutions in governance, particularly in the areas of effective service delivery and grassroots security.This call was made during a courtesy visit by members of the foundation to the Emir of Dutse, Alhaji…
Ademorin Kuye: A Worthy Bearer Of The Sacred Stool Of Awujale
In every well-ordered society, the institution of kingship stands as the custodian of history, culture, unity, and moral authority. The throne is not merely a seat of honor, but a sacred trust handed down through generations to preserve the heritage, peace, and progress of the people. It is therefore of utmost importance that whoever is…
Nigeria Plans Satellite Mobile Coverage for 23.3 Million Underserved Citizens
Abuja, Nigeria – January 20, 2026 The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced plans to leverage satellite technology to expand mobile connectivity to an estimated 23.3 million Nigerians who currently remain underserved by terrestrial networks. The initiative will deploy satellite-to-phone services, also known as direct-to-device (D2D) or direct-to-cell connectivity. This technology enables standard smartphones to…
FG Completes Eke Obinagu Flyover, Boosts Infrastructure Development in South East
Eke Obinagu, South East — January 20, 2026 The Federal Government has officially completed the Eke Obinagu Flyover, marking a significant milestone in infrastructure development for the South East region. The project was executed under the supervision of the Minister of Works, Senator Engr. David Umahi, CON, and is set to transform transportation and commerce…
Sultan of Sokoto Declares Tuesday as First Day of Sha’aban 1447AH
Sokoto, Nigeria – January 20, 2026 The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has officially declared Tuesday, January 20, 2026, as the first day of Sha’aban 1447AH. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Monday, January 19, 2026, by the Wazirin Sokoto…