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Passenger assaults NCAA officer at Lagos Airport

A passenger has assaulted an officer of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, at the Lagos Airport. The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of NCAA, Michael Achimugu, made this known in a statement on Saturday. Achimugu said the passenger, identified as Ibok Maurice Ibok, was captured assaulting the officer over an alleged missing
Passenger assaults NCAA officer at Lagos Airport

A passenger has assaulted an officer of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, at the Lagos Airport.

The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of NCAA, Michael Achimugu, made this known in a statement on Saturday.

Achimugu said the passenger, identified as Ibok Maurice Ibok, was captured assaulting the officer over an alleged missing luggage.

“Earlier today, one Mr. Ibok Maurice Ibok, a passenger whose bags did not arrive via his Royal Air Maroc flight (short-landed baggage) became very aggressive and threatened an NCAA Consumer Protection Officer in Lagos.

“The officer, a victim of an unjustified physical attack in the past, distanced himself from the passenger who continued to scream at the top of his voice. The CPO maintained that he could not attend to the passenger until he agreed to calm down.

“A staff of an aviation agency, allegedly an AGM, can be heard and seen lending voice to the passenger against the CPO, rather than de-escalate the situation,” he said.

Achimugu, following the incident, warned that no one has a right to attack NCAA personnel, no matter the provocation, stressing that they are not service providers and are only there to assist in resolving complaints and ensuring airlines compliance.

He further said that attacking them serves nobody any good purpose.

“The Authority’s legal department will take up a case against Mr. Ibok Maurice Ibok. The AGM will be reported to his managing director.

“Royal Air Maroc is one of the airlines against whom the NCAA has initiated enforcement actions. The Authority will therefore investigate today’s occurrences and take appropriate action based on its findings.

“The Honourable Minister of Aviation and the DG NCAA will not tolerate any assault on their staff. Passengers are urged to comply with Part 19 of the NCAA Regulations 2023. We remain committed to protecting the rights of all stakeholders,” he added.

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Nigerian troops seize more than 130,000 litres of stolen petroleum products

Troops of the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, in conjunction with other security agencies, have sustained their strength in combating oil theft in the Niger Delta Region. The operations, between December 16 and 22, 2024, led to the dismantling of 37 illegal refining sites, the arrest of 10 suspected oil thieves, and the recovery of over
Nigerian troops seize more than 130,000 litres of stolen petroleum products

Troops of the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, in conjunction with other security agencies, have sustained their strength in combating oil theft in the Niger Delta Region.

The operations, between December 16 and 22, 2024, led to the dismantling of 37 illegal refining sites, the arrest of 10 suspected oil thieves, and the recovery of over 130,000 litres of stolen petroleum products.

This was contained in a statement by the Acting Deputy Director of 6 Division Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma Jonah Danjuma.

The statement outlines major achievements, including destroying nine illegal refining sites at Obiafu in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni (ONELGA) LGA, Rivers State.

Danjuma said troops also intercepted 176 cooking drums, several pumping machines, and over 60,000 litres of stolen products, including crude oil, Automotive Gas Oil, AGO, and Dual Purpose Kerosene, DPK, adding that four suspected oil thieves were arrested at the site.

He further stated that in Asari-Toru LGA, three illegal refining sites and a large boat were dismantled with 24,000 litres of stolen products recovered.

According to him, at Degema LGA, troops deactivated illegal sites and intercepted three boats carrying over 16,000 litres of stolen crude and refined products.

The spokesman added that operations at Ozorchi Forest in Abua/Odual and along Imo River led to the destruction of refining equipment and recovery of 15,000 litres of stolen products.

Danjuma said troops also foiled attempts to vandalize pipelines and dismantled refining sites in Bayelsa State.

He said that while 2,000 litres of stolen crude were confiscated around Kunsho Creek in Southern Ijaw LGA, an abandoned attempt to compromise Shell Petroleum Development Company’s pipeline was discovered in Ekeremor LGA.

According to him, a tanker truck positioned to siphon crude oil from a pipeline was intercepted at Obiukwole Community, Ethiope East LGA of Delta State.

This is as the troops discovered a concealed hose linking the truck to the pipeline and arrested four suspected oil thieves.

Meanwhile, in Akwa Ibom State, troops maintained patrols across the hinterlands and waterways to deter criminal activities.

The General Officer Commanding of 6 Division, Major General Jamal Abdussalam, applauded the troops’ efforts, urging them to sustain their vigilance.

He reassured the public that the military remains resolute in denying criminals any foothold in the region.

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2027: Northern leaders spreading falsehood – Kwankwaso

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the national leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP, and former governor of Kano State, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has accused some Northern leaders of spreading falsehood. He said the leaders were interfering in the selection of candidates, particularly in the presidential election. Kwankwaso said it was wrong for
2027: Northern leaders spreading falsehood – Kwankwaso

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the national leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP, and former governor of Kano State, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has accused some Northern leaders of spreading falsehood.

He said the leaders were interfering in the selection of candidates, particularly in the presidential election.

Kwankwaso said it was wrong for such people to claim they represent the region.

The presidential candidate of the NNPP in the 2023 general elections said that their action was causing division and hindering democracy by electing leaders who were not qualified.

Kwankwaso, who stated this in an interview with BBC Hausa, said that events that unfolded in the previous elections should make the leaders refrain from anything related to the selection of candidates and allow the people to choose who they really want to be president.

“This oppressive thing they are doing is causing discord in the community. Whatever you do, do it based on the truth.

“The elders, some of them are our parents and some of them are brothers, especially in this area, here in the north, they shouldn’t show favouritism in bringing out candidates,” he said.

According to him, many of them come to spread lies, gather people, and tell them that the North has agreed on its candidates.

“All these people are not more than two or three, but you see a man going and saying lies, instead of going to Port Harcourt or going to Abuja to go and promote us, who are their children, but then they go and show favouritism,” he added.

He also denied rumours making the rounds that an agreement had been reached between him and the former presidential candidates, Atiku Abubakar of PDP and Peter Obi of LP, that each of them will be president for a term.

He said he was not aware of such arrangements, even though he learnt that the Atiku group was holding meetings with local leaders, including Mallams, ahead of 2027.

“This issue really hurts me. It is said that the elders are lying; they are saying things that have not been done.

“I was told that about forty-five Mallams were gathered, and they are telling the people. But there is no such thing. I am not at all happy about this thing.

“They were told that I agreed that Atiku will serve for four years, I will also serve for four, and Peter Obi will serve for eight years. This pact does not exist; it has not been made,” Kwankwaso said.

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Gov Abdulrazaq, Emir mourn late SSG, Saka Issau

Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara State has commiserated with the family and associates of the former secretary to the state government, Alhaji Saka Isau, SAN, who died on Saturday, aged 69. This was contained in a condolence message by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, in Ilorin on Saturday. Governor Abdulrazaq said, “the learned silk
Gov Abdulrazaq, Emir mourn late SSG, Saka Issau

Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara State has commiserated with the family and associates of the former secretary to the state government, Alhaji Saka Isau, SAN, who died on Saturday, aged 69.

This was contained in a condolence message by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, in Ilorin on Saturday.

Governor Abdulrazaq said, “the learned silk would be remembered for his service to the state as a former SSG and Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice.”

He prayed Almighty Allah to admit the late Saka Isau “to Al-Jannah Firdaus and uphold his family upon goodness.”

In a similar condolence message, the Emir of Ilorin, Dr Ibrahim Sulu Gambari, described the passing of late Saka Issau as a great loss to the Emirate.

He expressed sadness over the development, saying, “Saka Issau was one of the pride of the Ilorin Emirate in the legal profession.

“The deceased’s unwavering commitments to the growth and development of the state earned him the position of Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice and later became the secretary to the state government in the past administration.”

The Emir condoled the immediate and extended families of the late SSG, the government and the people of the state and his political and professional associates over the unfortunate, great and colossal loss.

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People will insult me, but I know what it takes to build a nation – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu says people may insult him but he knows what it takes to govern and build the country. The president made this statement in Enugu on Saturday during a meeting with stakeholders from the south-east geopolitical zone. DAILY POST reports that the president was in Enugu to commission projects initiated by the state
People will insult me, but I know what it takes to build a nation – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu says people may insult him but he knows what it takes to govern and build the country.

The president made this statement in Enugu on Saturday during a meeting with stakeholders from the south-east geopolitical zone.

DAILY POST reports that the president was in Enugu to commission projects initiated by the state governor, Peter Mbah.

The projects commissioned include 30 smart green schools, 60 completed type 2 primary health centres, and the 19-kilometre Airport-New Haven–Bisalla and Okpara Square roads.

At the meeting, the president told the south-east stakeholders that the removal of petrol subsidy was necessary to build the nation and protect the interests of future generations.

Tinubu said he understands the difficult nature of his work before contesting the 2023 elections.

“You are all members of one big, huge family called Nigeria but living in different rooms in the same house.

“This house, we must build it. Build it to satisfy our immediate need, which is not going to be enough yet but for tomorrow too. That is why the removal of the first subsidy was necessary.

“You cannot spend the future of generations yet unborn in advance. Don’t bankrupt the nation before they are born.

“I know people will fight, grumble, and abuse me, and everything, but I asked for the job. I know what it takes. I believe in myself, and I believe I can gather a very good team and build a nation.

“It is our country. We have to work really hard for it to build a nation that we can be proud of. Change the narrative—negative comment about Nigeria.

“I’m not taking that (negative comment). I’m very proud of Nigeria. You all should be proud of Nigeria,” he said.

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Zamfara Council of Ulama working to reconcile aggrieved political leaders

The Zamfara State Council of Ulama has expressed its willingness to reconcile all aggrieved political leaders in the state for peace to reign. This was disclosed by the chairman of the council, Sheikh Ahmad Umar Kanoma, who stressed that the effort is in the best interest of the peace, development, and progress of the state.
Zamfara Council of Ulama working to reconcile aggrieved political leaders

The Zamfara State Council of Ulama has expressed its willingness to reconcile all aggrieved political leaders in the state for peace to reign.
This was disclosed by the chairman of the council, Sheikh Ahmad Umar Kanoma, who stressed that the effort is in the best interest of the peace, development, and progress of the state.

He explained that the council had contacted Governor Dauda Lawal and requested his cooperation on the need to allow peace among the top political elites to reign in the state.

The sheikh assured that the governor had agreed with the peace outreach and promised to comply with the request of the council.

According to him, a similar outreach has been organised for the Minister of State (Defence) Bello Mohammed Matawalle, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, and the first governor of the state, Senator Ahmad Sani Yariman Bakura, noting that all promised to accept the peace efforts.

The Islamic cleric also assured that the initiative would be sustained until peace and reconciliation are achieved.

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FG allocates N8bn to defence agency amid weapons importation

The Federal Government has allocated a total sum of N7,940,323,192 to the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria in the 2025 Appropriation Bill, to revamp the nation’s arms production capabilities. Established in 1963 to manufacture weapons locally, DICON’s performance has been repeatedly questioned as Nigeria continues to rely heavily on foreign countries for arms and ammunition.
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The Federal Government has allocated a total sum of N7,940,323,192 to the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria in the 2025 Appropriation Bill, to revamp the nation’s arms production capabilities. Established in 1963 to manufacture weapons locally, DICON’s performance has been repeatedly questioned as Nigeria continues to rely heavily on foreign countries for arms and ammunition.

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Youth leader who ordered my son’s killing still walks free – Imo nurse

A nurse from Obolo Mbano community in Owerri, Imo State, Mrs Jennifer Johnson, narrates to CHUKWUDI AKASIKE how her five-year-old son was shot dead when a youth leader and a group of men allegedly came to her compound What circumstance led to the death of your son? A youth leader of the community came with
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A nurse from Obolo Mbano community in Owerri, Imo State, Mrs Jennifer Johnson, narrates to CHUKWUDI AKASIKE how her five-year-old son was shot dead when a youth leader and a group of men allegedly came to her compound What circumstance led to the death of your son? A youth leader of the community came with

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