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The Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, announced on Monday that the Nigerian Army is set to receive helicopters and other combat enablers in 2024, a move aimed at enhancing national security.  The revelation came during a special luncheon organized for frontline troops in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Addressing the gathering, Lt Gen. Lagbaja commended the courage and resilience of the men and officers of the Nigerian Army, acknowledging their dedication and unwavering faith in the country. Represented by Maj. Gen.  Kevin Aligbe, the Commander, Training and Doctrine Command, Nigerian Army, Lt Gen. Lagbaja highlighted ongoing welfare projects…

In a vehement response, former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, has rejected allegations of financial misconduct outlined in the recent report by the Special Investigator on the CBN and Related Entities. Emefiele, currently facing accusations of illegally depositing Nigeria’s funds in foreign banks, expressed his disagreement with the report titled ‘Re: Emefiele, others stole billions, illegally kept Nigeria’s funds in foreign banks’ in a statement released on Sunday. According to the Special Investigator, Jim Obaze, Emefiele lodged £543,482,213 in fixed deposits in UK banks alone without proper authorization.  The report detailed, “The former governor of…

In a significant breakthrough, the Abia State Police Command says it  has  rescued four missing children who were allegedly abducted by a new tenant on December 16.  The police command said it  has  also apprehended eight individuals in connection with the crime, as confirmed by the command’s spokesperson, Maureen Chinaka, in a statement issued in Umuahia. “We are pleased to inform the public that all four missing children, stolen on December 16, 2023, have now been rescued.  “Two of the children were recovered on December 22, 2023, while the remaining two were rescued today, December 24, 2023 (Sunday),” stated the…

In a remarkable display of religious unity, members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, commonly known as Shi’ites, participated in a Christmas Service at St Joseph Catholic Church in Samaru, Zaria, Kaduna State on Monday. The Shi’ite group, led by Prof Isah-Hassan Mshelgaru, expressed their commitment to strengthening religious harmony and unity between different faith communities.  Prof Mshelgaru emphasized the significance of acknowledging Christmas as a day for festivities, friendliness, and unity, and saw their participation as a way to renew hope for unity among Muslims, Christians, and followers of other religions. Stressing the importance of collective unity, Mshelgaru highlighted…

Daud Olatunji The presidency says president Bola Tinubu, as the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, had to  actively intervene in the  escalating political crises in Ondo and Rivers State. Presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale stated this while defending the President’s interventions as a necessary step to prevent potential national turmoil. At a reconciliation meeting held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, attended by key figures including Ondo State Deputy Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and APC National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje, President Tinubu’s proactive approach was emphasized.  Ngelale  affirmed that President Tinubu is committed to intervening in state crises that could threaten national stability. …

In the spirit of Christmas, Household of Love Foundation, led by Mrs. Titilola Akinlawon, a distinguished litigator, organised a joyous Christmas party at the Motherless Babies Homes in Asero Abeokuta.  Mrs. Akinlawon, driven by a deep sense of compassion, expressed her belief that the festive season is not just about indulging in excess but an opportunity to spread love and kindness to those in need. Founded two years ago, the Household of Love Foundation aims to be a haven for street boys, providing them with rehabilitation, education, and vocational training to empower them to become valuable contributors to society.  Mrs.…

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, has issued a heartfelt call to all Nigerians and citizens all over the world. He urged them to rekindle their commitment to nurturing peaceful relationships, showing respect for one another’s differences, and collaborating to tackle global challenges that affects everyone. In his Christmas message delivered on Sunday, the Minister expressed his unwavering dedication to advancing diplomacy and cooperation for the betterment of our shared future. He encouraged all to use this Christmas season as an opportunity to renew their commitment to promoting peaceful coexistence, appreciating diversity, and collectively addressing the pressing global…

Honourable Afolabi Moruf Afuape representing Abẹ́òkúta South Federal Constituency in the National Assembly has extended special greetings to the Christians on this year’s Christmas celebration, calling on them to reflect on those virtues of love, joy and hope that the birth of Jesus Christ symbolizes.  In a release today in Abẹ́òkúta, Honourable Afuape congratulated Christians for witnessing yet another Christmas, and calls on them to extend the joy of the season to all, especially the less privileged  “Christmas is a special season for all of us to reflect on those virtues of love, joy, and hope that the birth of…

Senator representing Ogun East District and Chairman, Senate Committee on Navy, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, has enjoined the Christian faithful in Nigeria to take the lesson of love and peace which Christmas represents in dealing with one another. In a felicitation message on Sunday by his media office, Senator Gbenga Daniel admonished Nigerians to take a cue from the life and birth of Jesus Christ. The Senator , who is also the Asiwaju of Remo Christians stated: “One of the most significant stories of the Holy Bible is that of the birth of our Lord Jesus. It is a testament to…

The birth and life of Jesus Christ mean so much to mankind that we cannot but recognize the importance of Christ to our existence. His life teaches love, compassion and sacrifice which led to redemption of mankind; as we celebrate and rejoice over the birth of Jesus Christ, we should remember to pray for the redemption of our dear state, Ogun State from the hands of the present government. We need to also reflect the life and time of Jesus Christ while celebrating His birth, He was selfless and offered Himself a great sacrifice for mankind, in this journey of…