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By Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Defence Headquarters has said that it's Joint Task force of operation HADIN Kai have sustained it's tempo against terrorist and their cohorts across the North East theatre of operation with surrendering of BH/ISWAP/JAS terrorists fighters to troops, arrests of terrorists collaborators and conducted different offensive operations in Gwoza, Konduga, Kukawa, Bama, Damboa and Monguno LGAs of Borno as well as Geidam LGA of Yobe States This was contained in a statement signed on Friday by the Director, Defence Media Operations DMO, Maj-Gen Edward Buba in Abuja. According to the statement, between 22 and 29 January 2025, a total of 31 ISWAP/JAS Terrorists terrorists comprising 2 adult males, 9 adult females and 20 children surrendered to troops within the theatre of operations.  The statement also stated that between 21 and 27 January 2025, troops in separate operations intercepted and arrested 13 BH/ISWAP terrorists and collaborators/informa...

By Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Defence Headquarters DHQ, says it troops have continue to sustain the tempo in defeating terrorists and the cohorts in ongoing counter terrorist and insurgency operations across the country. Accordingly Troops neutralized 358 terrorists, arrested 431, 59 perpetrators of oil thieves while 249 kidnapped hostages were also rescued in the month of January. Director of Defence Media Operations DMO, Maj-Gen Edward Buba disclosed this is a statement signed on Friday said, troops also denied the oil theft of the estimated sum of over #2 bn (N2,699,660,460.00) in the South South. "Breakdown includes: 2,732,038 litres of stolen crude oil, 42,515 litres of illegally refined AGO, 200 litres of DPK and 2,250 litres of PMS amongst other item. "Additionally, troops recovered 370 weapons and  4,972 ammunitions which includes and not limited to the following: 105 AK47 rifles, 25 locally fabricated guns, 32 dane guns, 23 pump action guns, 3,066 rounds ...

By Aviashima Toom, Abuja  Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa of the Federal High Court in Lagos has scheduled February 27 for the arraignment of Gbolahan Obanikoro, the son of Senator Musiliu Obanikoro, and four other individuals over alleged conspiracy, obtaining by false pretenses, and involvement in a N1,356,057,330.43 billion fraud. Others to be arraigned alongside Obanikoro are: Adejare Adegbenro, 51; Balmoral International Limited; M.O.B. Integrated Limited; and DDSS International Company Limited. Justice Lewis-Allagoa set the date on Friday after the defendants failed to appear for their scheduled arraignment. The Inspector General of Police, through the Special Fraud Unit (PSFU) in Ikoyi, Lagos, has accused all the defendants of conspiring between May and September 2013 to fraudulently obtain the sum of N1,356,057,330.43 from Access Bank Plc (formerly Diamond Bank). They allegedly misrepresented themselves to the bank’s staff and officers, claiming they were involved...

 By Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Defence Headquarters says, troops in the North Central Operational Theatre has neutralized 79 terrorist, arrested 224. Troops denied oil theft of the estimated sum of Seven Hundred and Forty Seven Million Seventy Thousand Seven Hundred and Ten Naira (N747,070,710.00) In a statement signed on Friday by the Director Defence Media Operations DMO Maj-Gen Edward Buba in Abuja noted that a notorious terrorist commander, and gun runner identified as Abu Mosaje was also neutralized in Barkin Ladi LGA of Plateau State. He Added that, same troops apprehended  a wanted kidnap kingpin that was on security watch list identified as Babangida Gora Usman. He was arrested in Sanga LGA of Kaduna State.  "troops also arrested another notorious gunrunner and his son identified as Timothy Yusuf and Timothy Obadiah. Meanwhile, in the South East, troops arrested 7 IPOB/ESN terrorists including a notorious kidnapper and  informants in Enugu No...

By Aviashima Toom, Abuja  To effectively address banditry in Nigeria, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has emphasized the need for proactive and decisive measures, particularly targeting the criminal elements hiding in forests.  Speaking during a sympathy visit to Niger State Governor Mohammed Umar Bago, Ganduje outlined a strategy centered on offensive security operations and praised the efforts of Governor Bago in maintaining peace within the state despite its vast landmass and numerous forests. In his statement, signed by Chief Press Secretary Edwin Olofu, Ganduje expressed concern about the reactive approach often adopted by security agencies.  He advocated for military intervention in forests, as successfully implemented during his tenure as Kano State governor, where the Falgore Forest was transformed into a military training ground, eliminating criminal activities in the area. “ We are here to pray to...

By Aviashima Toom, Abuja  Police operatives attached to the Ogun State Command have neutralized the kidnappers of Mrs. Odumosu, wife of Retired Assistant-Inspector General, AIG Hakeem Odumosu, and rescued her unharmed.  In a statement signed on Thursday by the Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in Abuja noted that, on January 16, 2025, at approximately 9:45 PM, four masked gunmen forcibly abducted Mrs. Odumosu from her Lexus Jeep outside her residence in Arepo, Ogun State. The abduction sparked an immediate response from the anti-kidnapping unit of the Ogun State Police Command, who commenced a thorough investigation and targeted pursuit of the kidnappers. He said with the support of the Force Headquarters technical intelligence platforms, the Ogun State police operatives engaged in extensive surveillance of the creeks surrounding Arepo, gathering crucial information to track down the assailants. Their efforts culminated in a raid on J...

.......As IGP Expresses Optimism Towards Improved Policing. The Nigeria Police Force has  announce the graduation of 10,000 recruit constables from various training institutions across the country. This milestone event is a testament to the ongoing commitment of the Force to enhance its personnel strength and capacity, ensuring the delivery of effective policing services to the Nigerian populace. Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi stated this on Wednesday in a statement in Abuja. According to him, the passing out parade ceremony, scheduled to take place on Thursday, 23rd January 2025, will be held at 4 different Police Colleges and 12 Training Schools, to be presided over by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, as the reviewing officer. The newly trained constables have undergone rigorous physical and mental training, now being equipped with the necessary orientation to effectively address the complex security challenges facing...

By Aviashima Toom, Abuja  Sequel to the military onslaught on terrorist in the North West of the country, the Defence Headquarters has disclosed that it's troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have neutralized second-in-command of notorious terrorist leader Bello Turji's namely, Aminu Kanawa. In a statement signed on Wednesday by the Director, Defence Media Operations DMO, Maj-Gen Edward Buba in Abuja said Troops also inflicted terminal injuries on some of Bello Turji's close allies namely: Dosso (Bello Turji's younger brother) and Danbokolo one of Turji's closest allies.  He Added that troops neutralised several of Bello Turji's key commanders namely: Abu Dan Shehu, Jabbi Dogo, Dan Kane, Basiru Yellow, Kabiru Gebe, Bello Buba and Dan Inna Kahon-Saniya-Yafi-Bahaushe, among others.  He also said troops neutralised over 24 fleeing terrorist from Bello Turji's Camp around Gebe and Isa LGA of Sokoto State, as well as around Gidan Rijiya in Shinkafi LGA of...

By Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Defence Headquarters says it's troops of Operation FANSAN  YAMMA has eliminated scores of terrorist including terrorist Leader Belo Turji's Son on Fakai high ground. Director Defence Media Operations DMO,  Maj-Gen Edward Buba disclosed this on  Monday in a statement noted that on the 17 January, 2025 a co-ordinated operation between troops of Operation FANSAN  YAMMA as well as it's air component conducted clearance operations along Shinkafi, Kagara, Fakai , Moriki, Maiwa and Chindo axis. The operations according to him  resulted to killing of scores of terrorist including notorious terrorist leaders Bello TURJI’S son on Fakai high ground where the terrorist were hiding.   Gen Buba also said, the intensity of troops fire power resulted in high terrorist casualties and their logistics hub destroyed. The operations also resulted in the rescue of several kidnapped hostages held captive by Bello TURJI. The terr...

  .......CALLS FOR CITIZEN’S COOPERATION By Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has addressed the incident that occurred during the presentation of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) 2025 budget to the Joint Committees on Police Affairs and Police Institutions at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja, on January 16, 2025.  In a statement signed on Friday by the Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in Abuja said, the IGP described the disruption as unnecessary and avoidable, clarifying that the document he presented was shared with all committee members beforehand. According to him, the IGP explained that two versions of the budget documents were provided to the committee members: a comprehensive copy and an abridged version. While both contained same figures and facts, the abridged version used simplified language to facilitate understanding. At the start of the session, the committee members unanimou...

By Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Executive Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, is deeply concerned and appalled by recent reports of attempts by the depleted opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to manipulate the ongoing case at the Tribunal. In a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Edo State, Fred Itua in Edo State said that, the actions, which include witness intimidation, sponsorship of thugs, peddling of fake news, and a premature declaration of victory, are an affront to the very foundation of our justice system. According to the CPS, the Judiciary is the cornerstone of our democracy, and its integrity must be upheld at all costs. Adding that any attempt to interfere with the impartial administration of justice in the ongoing Tribunal case is not only unacceptable but also a grave threat to the rule of law and the well-being of our citizens. Governor Okpebholo according to Itua, urges the relevant authorities, including the...

Form Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The traditional burial rites of Victoria Ifechukwu Ezekwesili, JP (Nee Okeke-Anyichie) will begin January 22, 2025 at Abacha Idemili North Local Government Area, Anambra State by 10:00am. A statement from  the family indicates that, the funeral arrangements will begin with a Nite of Appreciation which will hold on January 22,  2025  Ezekwesili's compound at Abacha Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State by 7:00pm. The statement also stated that, the burial ceremony of  Ezekwesili, who died at age 83, will hold at  St. Peter's Church compound, Abacha Idemili North Local Government Area, Anambra State by 10:00am. "She is survived by children, grand children and great grand children including a United States based old boy of famous St. Teresas College (STC), Nsukka, Chief Ben Ezekwesili". It's added

.....As CP Ukachi P. Oparacharges the Tactical team in collaboration with the local Hunters and Vigilantes to sustain a manhunt on the fleeing kidnappers By Aviashima Toom, Abuja  Based on credible intelligence received from the Officer in charge of Nayeh Police outpost Ibi Division, Taraba State Police Command, on the same date at about 1835hrs. Indicates suspicious movements of suspected kidnappers in the forest of Unguwan Wulliam Kumar Village, Ibi LGA, Taraba State. In a statement by the PRO for the Commissioner, Taraba State command,  SP ABDULLAHI USMAN   in Jalingo noted that a combined team of Policemen, local Hunters and Vigilante were swiftly mobilized to the forest.  According to the statement, on sighting the team, the hoodlums engaged the combined team in a gun duel, due to the superior firepower of the team, the culprits were subdued and took to their heels into the forest with serious gun injuries sustained during the fierce off, and ab...

By Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has issued a comprehensive directive to all police commands and formations across the country for the implementation of a New Year Strategic Action Plan aimed at crime reduction and improved law enforcement effectiveness. This was contained in a statement signed on Sunday by the Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in Abuja. According to him, the IGP emphasized the importance of strategic planning and statistical analysis in addressing crime and criminality across the country, encouraging officers to be more proactive rather than being reactive. He noted that, the IGP’s directives come at a crucial time, as recent assessments indicate a need for increased vigilance, attitudinal change, better human reactions, and proactive law enforcement measures in communities nationwide. The Action Plan he said will include several key initiatives designed to strengthen the police ...

From Aviashima Toom, Abuja  The traditional ruler and people of Mgbede community in Egbema, Ogba in Ndoni Local government area of Rivers have debunked rumors going round that former Inspector General of Police and contestant to the exalted position of President of apex Igbo social cultural group Ohaneze Ndigbo, Sir Mike Mbama Okiro is not from Rivers State stating that it was calculated at tarnishing the image of not only their respected son but wilfully denying his root.  In a statement signed by the traditional ruler, HRM Eze Everestus Ginikanwa Amuda JP, Nzeobi Egbema, Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni LGA, Rivers state on behalf of the community, they stated that, the former IGP Mike Okiro is bonafide son Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni LGA of River State. The traditional rulers described the allegation as malicious, untrue and misleading. The statement stated thus: "The attention of the Nzeobi of Egbema, the Nzeobi-in- Council an d the entire Egbema clan in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Governm...