Category: Security

Fountain University confers Honorary Doctorate Degree on CAS Oladayo Amao

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The Fountain University, Osogbo, Osun State has conferred an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Public Administration on the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Oladayo Amao for effectively steering the affairs of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF). The CAS was among the four eminent personalities that received the honorary doctorate award during the Institution’s 12th Convocation ceremony held recently. Speaking at the Convocation ceremony, the VC stated that the conferment of honorary doctorate degree on Air Marshal Amao, was in recognition of his performance and achievements since assumption of…

2023 AFRD : President Buhari , others lay wreath at National Arcade.

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The Minister of Defence Maj Gen Bashir Salihi Magashi (rtd), CFR has joined President Muhammadu Buhari to lay a wreath at the National Arcade Abuja. The ceremony which marked the grandfinale of the 2023 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebrations was a very solemn and a highly regimental event. General Magashi came under the parade of the Commander-in-Chief of the Nigerian Armed Forces to honour the fallen heroes who paid the supreme price in line of duty serving the nation. The Defence Minister later performed the symbolic laying of the wreath…

Gov El-Rufai commends NAF for improved security in Kaduna state

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The Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai has commended the gallantry performance of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) in restoration of relative peace in the State. The Governor gave the commendation today, 6 January 2023 when he paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Oladayo Amao in his office at Headquarters NAF, Abuja. Governor El-Rufai while expressing the gratitude of the people of Kaduna State to the CAS for improved security situation in the State, disclosed that in the last 3 months,…

Gov Adeleke launches Emblem for 2023 Armed Forces Remembrance Day ….. commends military for nation’s peace and stability

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The Osun state Governor, Ademola Adeleke has applauded contributions of members of Nigeria’s Armed Forces to the peace and stability of Nigeria.He admonished Nigerians to place appreciate efforts on records to Nigerian fallen heroes who paid the supreme sacrifice.       Gov Ademola Adeleke said the stability of the nation rested on the gallantry, patriotism and sacrifice of the security and military services. He stated that Service personnel of the armed forces in particular were in many volatile sectors of the society confronting and curtailing open and subtle threats…

DSS nabs mastermind of explosion near Palace omf Ohinoyi Of Ebiraland

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The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested the mastermind of the Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) attack which occurred on 29th December, 2022, near the Palace of the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland in Okene, Kogi State during the visit of the President to commission some projects. The Service arrested Abdulmumin Ibrahim Otaru (aka Abu Mikdad) and one of his associates, Saidu Suleiman on 3rd January, 2023. Otaru sustained a gunshot injury on his left foot while attempting to escape. He is currently receiving treatment at a health facility. During investigations,…

INSECURITY: Niger state Joint Tactical Teams rescue 13 Victims

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In furtherance to the ongoing security clearance operation against banditry, terrorism and other violent crime in Niger state. On 30th December,2022 at about 1300hrs, following a tip off that some roving bandits were sighted around Bonu, Gwalu, and Chimbi areas of Gurara and Paikoro LGAs. A statement signed by Emmanuel Umar, Honourable Commissioner, Internal Security and Humanitarian Affairs stated that the joint security forces consequently raided the areas, and during the raid, the criminals were routed and engaged in a gun battle. In the course of this,…

Federal Character Commission honours Nigeria Police Force

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The Nigeria Police Force has been identified and honoured by the Federal Character Commission at its maiden award ceremony held at the Nnamdi Azikwe Hall, Nicon Luxury Hotel, Garki Abuja on Monday, 19th December 2022, for its efforts in keeping the hope of our nation alive and to encourage Police Officers who work restlessly day and night to promote the peace and unity amongst Nigeria’s diverse peoples of which the Federal Character principle stands for. The Chairman of the Federal Character Commission, Hajia Muheeba Dankaka, OON, while welcoming and appreciating…

2022 NAF DSSC Enlistment Exercise

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1. The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has commenced the 2022 enlistment process of suitable qualified graduates and post-graduates as Direct Short Service (DSSC) cadets in various professions. Interested applicants must be Nigerian citizens, single and must be between the ages of 20 and 30 years. Additionally, applicants must possess a minimum qualification of Second Class Upper Division or Upper Credit from recognized Universities, Polytechnics and other tertiary institutions. Candidates should also note that NYSC discharge certificate is compulsory. 2. Interested applicants are to apply online via NAF recruitment portal at…

DSS remain focused on its mandate – Spokesperson

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The Department of State Services (DSS) has maintained that one of its roles was the investigation of matters of national security dimension. The service in a statement signed by its Public Relations Officer ,Peter Afunanya said it had always discharged this responsibility in the overall interest of Nigerian citizens.   “As such, the Service will continue to disseminate actionable intelligence to the relevant authorities devoid of any sentiment. “While professionally discharging its mandate, the DSS pledges to remain focused and unbiased. It will not, by any means, succumb to propaganda,…

Nigerian Army Promotes 122 Senior Officers

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The Nigerian Army, on Friday, said it has promoted 122 senior officers. Director, Army Public Relations, Onyema Nwachukwu, Brigadier General, in a statement on Friday, said 52 Brigadier Generals were meritoriously promoted to the rank of Major General, while 70 colonels were also elevated to the rank of Brigadier General.   “In recognition of their meritorious service to the nation, the Army Council has on Thursday 15 December, 2022, approved the promotion of senior officers to the ranks of Major General and Brigadier General,” he said.   He said Brigadier…