The military has intensified air and ground assault against the Lakurawa terrorist organisation in Kebbi forcing it to retreat towards Borgu. A recent operations of the Army in collaboration with the Air Component of Operation Fansan Yamma forced the terror group into retreat following a swift and effective campaign by the Nigerian military. Zagazola Makama reports that the air and ground forces coordinated to strike Lakurawa camps, leading to the seizure of livestock and other resources, which have been a vital revenue stream for the group. In the wake of the attack, the Lakurawa terrorists are reportedly withdrawing towards Borgu,…
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The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Tuesday, barred licensed flight crew members from conducting cross-crew operations for multiple airlines. The acting Director General, NCAA, Capt. Chris Najomo, signed the order, referenced as DGCA/26/24, and directed it to all Nigerian aircraft operators. Cross-crew operations, involved pilots performing flights for more than one airline which according to the NCAA, increases safety risks due to differing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and training requirements. Following recent NCAA surveillance, this directive, effective from November 11, 2024, addresses findings that pilots have operated flights for multiple airlines without authorized consideration. Consequently, the NCAA aims to mitigate…
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola Tuesday in Abuja said that plans were underway by the federal government to establish a National Fisheries and Aquaculture Policy. The policy, Oyetola said, is expected to boost the country’s economy, create jobs, boost food security and curb illegal fishing in Nigerian waters. Speaking in Abuja at the validation workshop on the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Policy of Nigeria, Oyetola described the country’s ocean as ‘rich’, with the potential to boost the economy and enhance food security if properly harnessed. According to him, The ministry under my leadership is committed to…
The troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have successfully arrested 12 suspected kidnappers. The army in a statement issued Tuesday said the troops recovered 14 motorcycles, a locally fabricated pistol, and two bags of Indian hemp in her operations within Taraba State. It said: “Following a distress call from the residents of Chachanji village regarding the abduction of two individuals by a group of about 10 armed men on motorcycles on 7 November 2024. “Acting immediately, troops launched a rapid response operation aimed at rescuing the victims and intercepting the kidnappers. Upon making contact with…
There was pandemonium in the city of Jos when a loud explosion suspected to be a bomb went off at the popular Terminus market area on Tuesday morning. It was gathered that the incident occurred around 10am. However, the number of those injured, or died and the extent of damage could not be ascertained as of the time of filing this report. A source told PUNCH that security agencies including the police, fire department, and ambulance teams are currently at the scene of the incident to provide rescue operation.The source revealed further to PUNCH that several people were injured in…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has invited a Nigerien groom, Ibrahim Mohammad to report at its national headquarters in Abuja, with everyone that allegedly sprayed Naira notes at his wedding with Zannah. EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, made this known in a statement issued on Monday in Abuja. He added that the commission has also been drawn to a viral video where Naira was freely sprayed at a wedding ceremony in Kano on Friday, October 24, 2024. Oyewale noted that allegations of the abuse of the Naira were imputed to Mrs. Fauziya Danjuma Goje, daughter…
The Air Component of Operation Fansan Yamma has nutrialised 15 bandits in successful airstrikes conducted in the Safana Local Government Area of Katsina state. According to Zagazola Makama, the operations were conducted on November 10, 2024, targeting bandit hideouts located northwest of Tsaskiya village. It was gathered that the NAF air assets launched a precision airstrike on the location, achieving a direct hit and neutralising scores of terrorists, while several others sustained injuries. Intelligence source revealed that the air interdiction was part of Operation Fansa Yamma, aimed at dismantling criminal camps at Shamo and Shafi’u. The source said: “The strike,…
Edo state Governor-elect, Senator Monday Okpebholo has named Fred Itua as his Chief Press Secretary (CPS). Itua, until his appointment was a political correspondent with The Sun Newspapers. He covers the Senate and the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). details later…
The night air strikes carried out by the Air Component of Operation Fansan Yamma has neutralised scores of bandits in Zamfara and Kebbi states. Director Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore, Olusola Akinboyewa in a statement issued on sunday said the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) operation initiated a series of intense, independent Air Interdiction missions to support the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s renewed drive to eliminate all forms of criminality in the Northwestern region. He explained that the focused campaign of air interdiction, nicknamed Operation Farautar Mujiya, was kick started with a series of high-impact night operations deep within the…
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo on Saturday led a high-level delegation on a facility inspection tour of Prime Atlantic Safety Services (PASS), a leading Nigerian firm specialising in aviation security, maritime and safety training. Keyamo who was accompanied by the Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) Ms. Olubunmi Kuku and other senior executives, highlighted the government’s dedication to supporting innovation in aviation safety and capacity building. The visit, he said, underscored the government’s commitment to advancing aviation safety and training. During the tour at PASS’ state-of-the-art facility in Ipara, Ogun State, Keyamo…