Tag: Security Agencies

Fuel Subsidy: Lawan tasks security agencies to stem petroleum smuggling

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The President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan on Tuesday met with heads of security and paramilitary agencies and tasked them to do more to checkmate smuggling of petroleum products out of Nigeria. In attendance at the meeting were the Comptroller General of Nigerian Customs Service, Col. Hameed Ali(rtd), Commandant General, Nigerian Civil Defence Corps, Ahmed Abubakar Audi, representative of the Director General of the State Security Service, San Gesto and representative of the Comptroller General of Nigerian Correctional Service, Haliru Ishaka Abdulmumini Lawan said in his opening remarks that the…

Kogi Gov condoles family of Vanguard Reporter, NUJ … tasks security agencies on thorough Investigation

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Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello has expressed sadness over the unfortunate death of Vanguard Reporter, Henry Tordue Salem who has been missing since October 13. The body of Tordue, who has been missing since the night of October 13 was found at a morgue in Wuse General Hospital on Thursday. The governor in a statement issued on Saturday by his Chief Press Secretary, Onogwu Muhammed, commiserated with the family of the late journalist, the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) and the House of Representatives Press Corps over the sad…

COAS urges traditional institution to support military, other security agencies for peaceful Nigeria

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The Chief of Army staff (COAS) Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya has called on Royal fathers of the traditional institution across the country to support the military and other security agencies with their revered influence in their various kingdoms and domains. The COAS made the entreaty while on a courtesy visit to the palace of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Aladetoyinbo, Ogunlade Aladelusi Odundu the second, The Deji and paramount ruler of Akure Kingdom. The COAS also stated that he was on a working tour of 2 Division area of responsibility and…

Yahaya Bello commends citizens, security agencies for prevailing peace, security in Kogi

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Kogi state Governor, Yahaya Bello has appreciated the people of the state for their support and cooperation leading to the prevailing peace, unity and security in Kogi state. The Governor also lauded the various security agencies in the state for their sacrifice, courage and commitment in ensuring the state remains peaceful, safe and secure. Governor stated this today after observing prayers alongside other Muslims faithful at his country- home Agassa, Okene Local Government Area of the state. While felicitating with Muslims in the state and others around the world, Governor…

Niger Govt reaffirms support to Security Agencies tackling insecurity

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Niger State Government said it will continue to support Security Agencies in the fight against kidnapping, banditry and other forms of criminality in the State. This was disclosed by the State Governor, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello at the Passing-Out-Parade of about 101 Officers of Niger State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) who completed special weapon handling training in Minna. The Governor who was represented by Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Ahmed Ibrahim Matane further stated that the State Government has been working closely with…

KAGARA : Gov Sani Bello boosts morale of Security Agencies …. visits families of abducted Islamiyyah school children

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The Niger state Governor ,Abubakar Sani Bello has ordered combined security agencies, comprising of the Military, Police, Civil Defense, and Vigilante Corps to comb the forests to rescue the abducted Tegina Islamiyyah School children. Governor Sani Bello gave this directive when he visited the team of the combined security force to boost their morale in Kagara the headquarters of, Rafi local government. The Governor said that it was time for government to take decisive action towards ending the bandits activities that is forcefully changing the lives of the people especially…

2021 NDMRVMA: NHRC Boss charges security agencies to explore new strategies,rid Nigeria of criminal elements

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The National Human Rights Commission has joined all Nigerians to mark the 2021 National Day of Mourning and Remembrance of Victims of Mass Atrocities (NDMRVMA). The Commission called on the the Nigerian Police Force and other law enforcement agencies to rejig their strategies and fish out all criminals and enemies of the state who are continually fueling insecurity, ethnic and religious violence, killings, kidnappings, sexual and gender based violence etc. so as to restore citizens confidence in the ability of the government to protect them. Executive Secretary of the Commission,…

Senate asks Ag.IGP, security agencies to investigate Ebonyi killings

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The Senate has called on the Acting Inspector-General of Police, Usman Alkali Baba, to carry out a comprehensive investigation into the killings and kidnapping of citizens in Ebonyi state by alleged herdsmen. The upper chamber made the call amid resolutions reached, sequel to the consideration of a motion brought to the floor by Senator Sam Egwu (PDP, Ebonyi North) during plenary on Wednesday. Coming under order 42 and 52 of the Senate Rules, Egwu, in the motion titled: “urgent need for the federal government’s intervention to end the serial killing…

Osun Govt partners security agencies to strategize for A secured environment

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Osun State Security Council meeting took place today 8th March, 2021 at Government House, Oke-Fia, Osogbo; chaired by His Excellency Mr Adegboyega Oyetola, the Executive Governor of the State of Osun. Others present at the meeting were: the Deputy Governor of the State of Osun, His Excellency, Mr Benedit Olugboyega Alabi, the Secretary to the state Government, Chief of Staff, Deputy Chief of Staff, some executive cabinet members, Special Advisers and all Service Commanders attached to the State of Osun which included: Police, Army, Air Force, DSS, Immigration, Correctional Service,…

Gov Sani Bello condemns kidnap of NSTA passengers, mobilize security agencies for rescue mission

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Niger state Governor, Abubakar Sani Bello has condemned in strong terms the kidnap of about 20 passengers in Kundu village in Niger State. Governor Sani Bello in a statement described the incident as an act of inhumanity added that government will intensify efforts towards ensuring the safety of lives and property. The Governor maintained that his government will not surrender to criminals in form of bandits, kidnappers and cattle rustlers but will continue to utilize available resources and manpower to curb the menace. He further acknowledged the enormity of the…