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From Aviashima Toom  ABUJA: The continuous unslaughte of Palestine by the USA-Israeli on Gaza have left 43,391 Palestinians martyred while 102,337 injured with vast majority being children and women, Ambassador of the Embassy of the state of Palestine, Abdullah M. Abu Shawesh have again said. He stated this during a press briefing on Thursday in Abuja added that during the last 13 months, 777 Palestinians were martyred in the occupied West Bank, including East Jerusalem He also said in the past 13 months 11,923 students have been killed, 19,199 injured with 341 school and university buildings were targeted in military attacks, with 77 of them completely destroyed. According to the Palestinian Ambassador to Nigeria, Israel dropped 85 thousand tons of bombs on Gaza, exceeding those dropped in World War II, including internationally banned white phosphorus bombs. Adding that in just one year, the U.S. has spent at least $22.76 billion on military aid t

By Odita Sunday  In a heartwarming display of corporate social responsibility, Aniami Club has facilitated allocation of three distribution Transformer Substations to Onicha-Ugbo community.  With this gesture, low current and epileptic power supplies being experienced in Onicha-Ugbo Community would soon become a thing of the past. Onicha-Ugbo Community has long struggled with inadequate electricity supply, with frequent power outages affecting daily life, businesses, and economic growth. Residents have had to rely on alternative sources of energy, incurring additional expenses. Engr.Udeh who made the disclosure at Onicha-Ugbo Progressive Union meeting, urged residents to be patient as the electricity issues in the community would soon become a thing of the past. He further stressed that Aniami Club will continue to assist in improving electricity supply in Onicha Ugbo. Community members expressed gratitude and excitement during the disclosure of the news at OPU Abuja Centra

From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, regrets to announce the passing of Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, Chief of the Army Staff, at age 56.  A statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga said he passed away on Tuesday night in Lagos after a period of illness. Born on February 28, 1968, Lt. General Lagbaja was appointed Chief of Army Staff on June 19, 2023, by President Tinubu.  His distinguished military career began when he enrolled in the Nigerian Defence Academy in 1987. On September 19, 1992, he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Nigerian Infantry Corps as a member of the 39th Regular Course. Throughout his service, Lt. General Lagbaja demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment, serving as a platoon commander in the 93 Battalion and the 72 Special Forces Battalion.  He played pivotal roles in numerous internal security operations, includin

.   IGP From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun has directed investigation into the conditions surrounding the care and welfare of those young persons while in Police detention facilities.   Recall that some young persons were recently remanded and subsequently arraigned recently for involvement in the recent #EndBadGovernace protest that resulted to the destruction of government facilities in some part of the country. In a statement signed on Monday by the Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in Abuja noted that, the IGP upon receipt of the investigative report  in Glasgow, where is currently participating in Interpol General Assembly, has vowed to thoroughly examine it and take necessary actions to address any procedural lapses or concerns.  To further ensure professionalism in investigation with emphasis on child-friendly investigation and care, the IGP has summoned all DCs CID and Heads of Investigation Units

By Our Reporter  ABUJA : Few days ago, President Bola Tinubu submitted to the Senate for confirmation list of his new ministerial nominees including old ministers who were reassigned with new portfolio. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed on his verified X handle on Sunday 3rd November that President is expected to swear in seven new Ministers on today Monday 4th November, marking a significant development in the Renewed Hope administration’s restructuring efforts.  The tasks ahead for both the old and new minsters in the Tinubu's administration is crucial in giving or renewing daunting hope of Nigerians in the midst of several challenging issues ranging from the troubling economy to failing healthcare sector where we are losing our best Doctors and medical practitioners to the Western countries. THE JAPA PALAVER. The new Ministers of State for Health, Dr. Salako Iziaq Adekunle Adeboye must come to the full realisation t

.......IGP Orders Thorough Investigation into Possible Security Threats, Networking From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Nigeria Police Force has arrested 130 suspects comprising 113 foreign nationals (87 males and 26 females), primarily of Chinese and Malaysian origin, and their 17 Nigerian collaborators (4 males and 13 females) for their alleged involvement in high-level cybercrimes, hacking, and activities that threaten national security.  In a statement signed on Saturday by the Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in Abuja noted that, the strategic operation was conducted through a coordinated raid on a building at the Next Cash and Carry area of Jahi, Abuja, where the suspects were reportedly using computers and other sophisticated devices to facilitate criminal activities.  The statement added that the operation which was led by the Assistant Inspector-General of Police for Zone 7 Headquarters, Abuja, AIG Benneth Igweh, on Saturday, 3rd November 2024, comp

 From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has issued a strong condemnation of the detention and reported maltreatment of minors involved in the #EndBadGovernance protests. The organization expressed deep concern following reports that several detained children, some under the age of 15, collapsed due to malnutrition inside a Federal High Court in Abuja. A statement signed by Executive Director, Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) revealed that   Head of Transparency International-Nigeria And chairman Amnesty International Nigeria the minors have been held since August by the Nigerian police after participating in protests against worsening insecurity and deprivation in the country. In a statement signed by CISLAC’s Executive Director, Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, the organization called on First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu to intervene, urging her to see these young detainees as “her own children.” CISLAC appealed to Presid

From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) says it's ensured due process and compassion in handling the 76 Suspects who were arrested during the #EndBadGovernace protest in various part of the country  This followed the recent arraignment of the 76 individuals in court on charges including terrorism, arson, and treasonable felony.  In a statement signed on Saturday by the Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in Abuja noted that, the allegations encompass offenses such as the destruction of public property and threats to national security. According to the statement, In managing the detention and arraignment of the suspects, the NPF rigorously adhered to legal provisions to ensure fairness and accountability under the rule of law. It noted that, the suspects were initially presented in court, where they were formally charged, and a remand order was issued by the court. Throughout the process, the Police according to him worked to balance

From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Defence Headquarters has disclosed that it's troops in the North West have arrested a notorious terrorist leader known as Abubakar Bawa Ibrahim (AKA) Habu Dogo in Rumji Village in  Illela LGA of Sokoto State.  Director Defence Media Operations Maj-Gen Edward Buba disclosed this in a statement on Saturday in Abuja, said Habu Dogo is a wanted terrorist on the watch list of security agencies both in Nigeria and in the  Niger Republic  because of the cross border nature of his terrorist activities.  He also said troops in the South East arrested 7 IPOB /ESN terrorists  commanders and operatives. They include; Dr Nnamdi Chukwudoze and Chigozie Ezetoha (AKA Chapet), he was arrested in Ihiala LGA of Anambra State.  Others are , Mrs Ngozi Chukwuka and Mr Oyekachi Ohia who were both arrested in Umuahia  South LGA of Abia States.  Other IPOB operatives arrested are: Mr Ifeanyi Eze , Mr Augustine Udemba and  Mr Onyedikachi Udemba arrested in Umunneo

From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Defence Headquarters says it's North Centre threatre of operations have rescued kidnapped victims of  National Eye Centre Kaduna, Dr Ganiya Nurudeen Popoola, along with her husband, Squadron Leader Nurudeen Abiodun Popoola, and a teenage, Master Folaranmi Abdul Mughiy. The trio were abducted from their home (Doctors’ Quarters) at the National Eye Centre in Kaduna. Kaduna State on the 27 of September 2023. A statement signed early hours of Friday by the Director Defence Media Operations Maj-Gen Edward Buba in Abuja, noted that troops kinetic operations also resulted in the rescue of several other hostages in terrorists captivity. According to him, details of their release by the terrorists remains classified due to ongoing operations. Adding that their release is indicative of overtures by several terrorists leaders and their combatants to surrender to troops. "It would be recalled that similar situations is ongoing in the North East,