The Presidency has emphasised that the Nigeria Military are adequately equipped to fight insurgency in the country. Special Adviser to President Muhammadu Buhari, Femi Adesina, who appeared on ChannelsTv Tuesday evening, and monitored by AsheNewsonline, also said no service chief ever complained of lack of weapons,, even in recent meetings with Buhari. He appeared on ChannelsTV shortly after Buhari and vice president Yemi Osinbajo met with Nigeria Governors Forum, and heads of security agencies at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. “Yes talking of those allegations, I hear them, I see them. I see videos. [These allegations are coming…
Author: Abdallah el-Kurebe
The African Union (AU)’s Economic, Social and Cultural Council (EU-ECOSOCC) has underscored the need for proper investment in the development of potato value-chain to boost Nigeria’s economy. Mr Lugard Okonobo, the Senior Technical Advisor of AU-ECOSOCC Nigeria, gave the advice while briefing newsmen on the partnership for the International Potato Value Chain and Root Crops Expo 2020 in Abuja on Tuesday. He said that the expo would hold from Nov. 9 to Nov 11, in Jos, Plateau. “AU-ECOSOCC involvement in this is very key since COVID-19 pandemic has affected food security globally. “AU under Dr Tunji Asaolu, 1st-Nigerian Representative of…
By Tina George, Minna The Registrar of the National Examinations Council, NECO, Professor Godswill Obiora, has announced that all examination personnel, will sign an oath of allegiance. The examinations include the Basic Education Certificate Examinations (BECE), BECE re-sit, National Common Entrance Examinations (NCEE) and the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) internal. The Registrar stated this while briefing Journalists at the Council Headquarters in Minna. According to him, “the oath of allegiance is among the special measures taken to ensure appropriate standards and excellence before, during and after the examinations.” He added that other measures include the installation and use of…
President Muhammadu Buhari is currently in a virtual meeting with members of the Governors Forum’s Security Committee, headed by Gov. Yahaya Bello of Kogi over security developments in some parts of the country. The meeting is being attended by Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo; Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha and Chief of Staff to the President, Prof. Ibrahim Gambari. Others in attendance include Inspector-General of Police, Muhammed Adamu; The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Gabriel Olonisakin and Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ibok Ekwe Ibas, while Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai was represented…
By Tina George, Minna A non-governmental organization (NGO), International Centre for Reproductive Sexual Rights (INCRESE), has distributed COVID-19 palliatives to 50 persons living with disabilities in Niger state. The palliatives were shared to youths between 10 to 19 years, who are suffering from leprosy, blindness, spinal cord and other disabilities in Chanchaga, Bosso and Shiroro local government areas. INCRESE Executive Director, Cesnabmihilo Dorothy Nuhu, during the sensitization on COVID-19, said the items are worth $5,000, adding that it was aimed at cushioning the impact of COVID-19 on the vulnerable groups. According to her, each beneficiary went…
President Vladimir Putin of Russia, said on Tuesday that the country is the first in the world, to grant regulatory approval to a COVID-19 vaccine, after less than two months of human testing, a move hailed by Moscow as evidence of its scientific prowess. The development paves the way for the mass inoculation of the Russian population, even as the final stage of clinical trials to test safety and efficacy continue. The speed at which Russia is moving to roll out its vaccine highlights its determination to win the global race for an effective product, but has stirred…
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), on Tuesday said it has no link with any terrorist group in or outside Nigeria. The director of the organisation, Prof. Ishaq Akintola, said in a statement in Lagos, that the group has discipline and would never be affiliated with any terrorist group. “Our attention has been drawn to a rumour that MURIC received 200,000 dollars from Islamic State for West Africa Province (ISWAP). “It is a wicked concoction from the pit of Jahannam. We declare clearly, categorically that we have never had any contact with ISWAP or any other terrorist group. “We remain committed…
A shooting outside the White House fence on Monday evening prompted security agents to suddenly usher U.S. President Donald Trump out of the briefing room. Trump was minutes into his daily news conference when the shooting began and Secret Service agents were seen escorting him out of the room. He returned several minutes later and said law enforcement officers had shot a suspect who he said had been armed. “It was a shooting outside of the White House. Law enforcement shot someone, seems to be the suspect and the suspect is now on the way to the hospital. “It seems…
The Benue State Police Command on Monday, confirmed the killing of 13 villagers by unknown gunmen in Edikwu District, Apa local government area. The Spokesperson, DSP Catherine Anene, in a statement in Makurdi s,aid that the district had overtime experienced incessant crisis over chieftaincy tussle until the state government intervened and peace returned in the community. She said that the attackers remained unknown while investigation had already commenced into the matter. “Edikwu district, Ukpogbo, in Apa LGA was experiencing incessant crises over chieftaincy affairs until May 25, when the Benue government convened a peace meeting, headed by the Deputy Governor,…
President Muhammadu Buhari, has reiterated his resolve to restore security to the Northeast and other parts of the country. This he said followed the recent adoption of new strategies, and the acquisition of modern military equipment. The president gave the reassurance during a meeting with the Northeast governors, which was attended by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, the Chief of Defence Staff, Service Chiefs, the Inspector-General of Police and the heads of intelligence agencies. “Things will improve very soon. We are acquiring modern equipment; some are here, some are being cleared, and others still coming. “We need…