Tag: News
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Defence Minister Badaru Abubakar Condoles with Jigawa Governor Over Mother’s Passing

The Honourable Minister of Defence, His Excellency Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, CON, mni, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the Executive Governor of Jigawa State, Mallam Umar A. Namadi, over the passing of his beloved mother, Hajiya Maryam Namadi Umar. In a statement released today, the Minister expressed his shock and sadness upon receiving the news…
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Matawalle Seeks Increased Funding For Defence Health Services As Nigeria, US Deepen Partnership

In a significant move to bolster Defence Health Services, the Honourable Minister of State for Defence, H.E. Dr. Muhammad Bello Matawalle MON, met with a U.S. delegation led by Dr. David Smith, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defence for Health. The meeting, which took place on Friday, December 20, 2024, focused on enhancing the existing collaboration…
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Enugu Police Dismantle Interstate Armed Robbery Syndicate, Arrest 8 Suspects

The Enugu State Police Command has achieved a significant breakthrough in its fight against crime, dismantling an interstate criminal syndicate involved in armed robbery and financial fraud. This success was made possible through a series of coordinated operations conducted by the Emene Police Division, Crack and Octopus Tactical Squads, and the Neighbourhood Watch Group. According…
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Matawalle Commends President Tinubu For Positive Economic Reforms, Urges Positive Narratives from Critics

Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his robust economic policies and reforms, which are yielding significant positive results for the nation. According to Matawalle, these initiatives are contributing to a turnaround in the economy that will benefit all Nigerians. In light of ongoing criticism,…
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Minister Musawa Sparks Enugu Christmas Festival with 500,000 Lights

Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Barr Hannatu Musa Musawa, has kicked off the ‘25 Days of Christmas Festival’ by lighting up 500,000 lights at the Naira Triangle and Unity Park in Enugu at the weekend. During her visit, Minister Musawa praised Governor Peter Mbah for his innovative transformation of Enugu State…
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Enugu Council to Pay WAEC, NECO, NABTEB Fees for 2,400 Students

The Chairman of Enugu East Local Government of Enugu State, Beloved-Dan Anike, has announced his administration’s decision to sponsor the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WAEC), the National Examination Council (NECO), and the National Board for Technical Education (NABTEB) fees for all Senior Secondary School 3 (SS3) students in public schools within the council…
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Border Communities’ Dilemma: Dr. Okey Ezugwu Urges Balanced Approach to Immigration Enforcement in Nigeria

At the recent 2024 Immigration Law and Policy Conference organized by the Nigerian Immigration Lawyers Association (NILA) at the Janada International Centre for Arbitration and Mediation (JICAM), Dr. Okey James Ezugwu, a retired Assistant Comptroller-General of Immigration Service and Founder/Executive Director of the Asylum and Refugee Rights Advocacy Foundation (ARRA), delivered a compelling presentation on…
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Hon Edeh Empowers Nkanu East Youths with Skills Acquisition Programme

Hon. Okechukwu Sydney Edeh, the Executive Chairman of Nkanu East Local Government Area, who is also the chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Enugu State and the ALGON National Publicity Secretary, has reaffirmed his commitment to delivering Governor Peter Mbah’s campaign promises, particularly in the areas of youth empowerment and…
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With Commitment And Resilience We’ll Defeat Banditry and Terrorism, Defence Minister Badaru Charges Airforce

The Honourable Minister of Defence H.E. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar CON mni has called on the Nigerian Airforce to intensify the use of their various platforms to bring an end to banditry and terrorism. According to the Minister, “you are key to this this fight and we must put our acts together on your active component…
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Group Condemns Baseless Lies Against Minister Badaru

A group under the auspices of Tinubu Arewa Media 2023, led by Comrade Abdulhamid Bala, has issued resounding condemnation of the baseless allegations circulating against the Minister of Defence, Muhammadu Badaru, by persons it described as certain meddlesome individuals. The group, which has been in the forefront of the campaign for the victory of President…
