Arms
13 Dec
A Dutch court on Friday rejected demands by pro-Palestinian groups for a ban on arms exports from the Netherlands to Israel. The non-governmental groups had accused Israel of conducting a "genocide" in its war in Gaza. But the court said the Dutch government was respecting rules governing the country's arms trade. "The state should not…
2 Dec
Troops of 6 Brigade, Sector 3, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have destroyed several bandit camps and recovered ammunition in Taraba State. Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Capt. Olubodunde Oni, disclosed this in a statement yesterday in Jalingo . He said the successes were achieved during clearance operations under the Brigade Commander, Brig. Gen. Kingsley…
19 Oct
Civil rights activist and former senator for Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani, has called on the Federal Government to investigate the military and police over allegations of supplying arms to terrorists and bandits. Sani’s statement follows recent claims by National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, who said many weapons used by bandits are sourced from…
17 Sep
The National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) is set to destroy 30,132 decommissioned, unserviceable, and illicit arms and ammunition. The weapons for destruction include 3,383 arms and 26,749 rounds of ammunition, some sourced from arms-bearing government agencies. National Coordinator of NCCSALW, retired DIG Johnson Kokumo, announced the destruction plan…
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Police in Zimbabwe said Monday that seven artisanal miners were killed in a disused gold shaft when it collapsed at the weekend. Few details were given on the circumstances of the collapse on Saturday in Bindura, about 85 kilometres (53 miles) north of the capital Harare. However police issued a warning against illegal mining activities.…
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The President of the Nigerian Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has delivered a compelling call for unity and collaboration among African nations during an address to the National Assembly of Côte d'Ivoire on Monday. Speaking at the 2025 First Ordinary Session in Abidjan, Akpabio emphasised the critical role of parliamentary cooperation in tackling the continent’s challenges, including…
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Where in the world is Melania Trump? Back in Washington in a sharply tailored outfit that exudes international woman of mystery as her husband once again becomes president of the United States. Wearing a long navy coat and matching wide-brimmed hat -- which shielded her eyes in most photos and hindered her commander-in-chief husband's attempts…
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Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Davos, Switzerland, where he is representing Nigeria at the 2025 annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF). The WEF meeting brings together global leaders, business executives, and development partners to address pressing global and national economic challenges and identify strategies for sustainable growth. In Davos, Vice President…
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Leaders from around the world reacted to Donald Trump's return Monday to the White House, offering congratulations and urging good relations with the mercurial leader. Here are some of the first reactions after Trump took the oath of office for a second term: - 'Just peace': Ukraine - "President Trump is always decisive, and the…
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The Dangurewe of Idowa, Oba Sikiru Kayode Okuribido, has said that for insecurity to reduce drastically in the country, governments at all levels should adopt the Community Development Associations' security initiative, where everyone takes charge of their immediate environment. Speaking at his 1st coronation anniversary in Idowa, Ijebu, Oba Okuribido disclosed that in the last…
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The Ondo State Independent Electoral Commission (ODIEC) has presented certificates of return to the newly elected chairmen who emerged victorious during Saturday's local government election in the state. While the chairmen-elect received their certificates at the commission’s headquarters in Oba-Ile, Akure North Local Council Area of the state, ODIEC Chairman Joseph Aremo stated that the…
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US President Donald Trump vowed to embrace trade wars Monday, promising tariffs and taxes on other countries in a nationalistic inaugural address after being sworn in as the 47th president. "I will immediately begin the overhaul of our trade system to protect American workers and families," he said at the US Capital. "Instead of taxing…
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A devastating boat mishap occurred on the Bonny-Port Harcourt sea route on Sunday, January 19th, 2025, resulting in the loss of three lives, including a toddler. The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with the Bonny Local Government Area confirming the incident and extending its sincerest condolences to the families, friends, and loved…
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The new Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly (LAHA), Mojisola Meranda, on Monday led her team of principal officers on a courtesy visit to Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu in Ikeja. Meranda, who is the first female Speaker of LAHA, said the visit provided an opportunity to reaffirm the Assembly’s commitment to maintaining a harmonious working relationship…