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NSCDC’s Unwavering Commitment to Excellence: CG NSCDC Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi Reinforces VIP Protection with Specialized Tactical Training

NewsDeskNgDec 12, 2025December 12, 20250

By Gambo Jagindi In response to President Bola Tinubu’s directive to withdraw police officers from VIP protection duties and redeploy them to core policing, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) is stepping up to the challenge. Under the leadership of Commandant General (CG) Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi, the...

LCCI panel sets new strategy priorities

NewsDeskNgDec 12, 2025December 12, 20250

Strategy advisory committee of Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has outlined priority policies, emerging risks and new strategic pillars to strengthen advocacy and value creation. Committee Chairman, Mr Olaniyi Yusuf, disclosed this on Thursday in Lagos during a draft blueprint presentation for 2026–2027. The document was presented to...

Guinea Insurance pledges stronger capital base

NewsDeskNgDec 12, 2025December 12, 20250

Guinea Insurance Plc has restated its commitment to strengthening its capital base in line with the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act 2025. The firm said in a statement on Thursday that the step was vital to its long-term growth and future competitiveness. The pledge was made during a courtesy visit...

African Energy Policy Alliance Applauds NUPRC’s Transparent Release of Frontier Exploration Funds

NewsDeskNgDec 11, 2025December 11, 20250

*Hails Komolafe’s Leadership in Strengthening Regulatory Credibility The African Energy Policy Alliance (AEPA) has commended the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) for its transparent handling and timely release of the Frontier Exploration Fund (FEF) to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, describing the move as “a model of...

PSC Hiring: 50,000 Police Constable Spots Open

NewsDeskNgDec 11, 2025December 11, 20250

The Police Service Commission (PSC), in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), has announced the commencement of the recruitment of 50,000 police constables into the Nigeria Police Force, following the directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.The recruitment exercise is aimed at boosting community policing, improving internal security, and increasing...

Why NSCDC Is Strategically Positioned to Take Over VIP Protection from the Nigeria Police

NewsDeskNgDec 11, 2025December 11, 20250

By Sunny Attah The ongoing debate over whether the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) should assume responsibility for VIP protection from the Nigeria Police Force is both timely and necessary. As Nigeria reassesses its security architecture amid evolving internal threats, it becomes crucial to allocate institutional responsibilities in...

COBA goes international, holds national dog competition, annual awards

NewsDeskNgDec 11, 2025December 11, 20250

Canine Owners and Breeders Association (COBA), the official Kennel Club affiliated with FCI has held the COBA National Dog Championship (CNDC) 2025. It is the 5th in the series of national dog shows by COBA and first international show after COBA’s official recognition by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI). The...

NIPR 2026 to showcase Kaduna peace model–Commissioner

NewsDeskNgDec 11, 2025December 11, 20250

Kaduna State Government says the hosting of the 2026 Nigeria Public Relations Week (NPRW) and the 63rd Annual General Meeting as well as the Conference of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) will serve as a national endorsement of the state’s peace and development initiatives. The Commissioner for Information...

Nigeria, Thailand Strengthen Ties, Eye Strategic Partnership

NewsDeskNgDec 10, 2025December 10, 20250

Nigeria and Thailand have pledged to elevate their bilateral relations to a strategic level, with cooperation spanning politics, economy, and culture. This commitment was made during a meeting between Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar and Thailand’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, on the...

Nigerian Navy inaugurates quick impact projects in Benue

NewsDeskNgDec 9, 2025December 9, 20250

The Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has inaugurated several key civil-military cooperation projects in Otampe Oklenyi Community, Okpokwu Local Government Area of Benue. Abbas inaugurated a newly built three-classroom block, staff room, and renovated five classrooms and latrine convenience on Tuesday at Otampe Oklenyi Primary School,...