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VP SHETTIMA, STAKEHOLDERS SET TARGETS FOR COP28
VP SHETTIMA, STAKEHOLDERS SET TARGETS FOR COP28
- Receive delegation from Global Energy Alliance Partnership at Presidential Villa
By: Our Reporter
Determined to present a strong position that will benefit the country at the forthcoming COP28 Climate Change Conference in the United Arab Emirates, the Vice President, Sen. Kashim Shettima, today constituted an adhoc committee to harmonize Nigeria’s agenda at the event.
Speaking during an interaction with stakeholders in his office, the Vice President tasked the committee to come up with a roadmap that will enable Nigeria benefit maximally from its participation at the conference.
He said “we need to be proactive and see to it that we go to the conference prepared and sure of what we want to get. It will not be a joke, we need to come back with some tangibles so we can tell the Nigerian people that these are the benefits we got from our participation at COP28.”
Responding to a presentation for Nigeria to sign on to the Battery Energy Storage Systems at the forthcoming COP28, the Vice President said the proposal was a commendable initiative, noting that it “offers green field opportunity for our nascent energy sector to adopt green, affordable and accessible energy for our people.”
“Our energy needs are huge but they also provide us with a vista of opportunities to transform the entire sector for the benefit of our economy and wellbeing of the people,” he added.
The Vice President said he looked forward to the technical assistance and funding opportunities, among others, that will come to Nigeria with the signing on to the Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) consortium.
The committee chaired by the Minister of Environment, Mr Balarabe Abbas Lawal has the Minister of Power, Dr Adebayo Adelabu as member. Others include the Special Adviser to the President on Climate Change, the Special Adviser to the President on Power Infrastructure, and the Director General of the National Council on Climate Change.
Earlier, the representative of the Global Energy Alliance Partnership (GEAP), Mr Mohammed Wakeel said he was in the country to support government in the energy sector. He said the BESS Consortium will provide a technology that will enhance the quality and quantum of power available in the country.
According to him, with the signing of the MoU with the consortium, Nigeria will be able to collaborate with other institutions such as the GEAP, Africa Development Bank and other stakeholders to transform the country’s energy sector.
VP SHETTIMA, STAKEHOLDERS SET TARGETS FOR COP28
Troops Conduct Offensive Operation in Gwoza, Destroy Suspected Terrorist Structures
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have conducted an offensive operation in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, targeting suspected terrorist hideouts and support structures.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 9:20 a.m. on May 1 by troops of 153 Task Force Battalion, operating alongside volunteer forces and hybrid troops deployed at Kirawa.
The sources disclosed that the joint team advanced to Gakara high ground and Ndova village during the operation.
According to the sources, no direct contact was made with terrorist elements during the mission.
They added, however, that troops destroyed several suspected terrorist logistics and life-support structures identified within the general area.
The sources noted that the operation is part of ongoing clearance efforts aimed at denying insurgents freedom of movement and operational bases within the Gwoza axis.
Troops Conduct Offensive Operation in Gwoza, Destroy Suspected Terrorist Structures
Troops Dislodge Terrorists in Konduga After Drone-Guided Strike
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have disrupted suspected terrorist movement and assembly in Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State following a drone-assisted fighting patrol.
Security sources said the operation was launched at about 4:30 p.m. on May 1 after intelligence indicated movement and concentration of terrorist elements around Gallari community.
The sources disclosed that troops of 18 Battalion, deployed at Molai, advanced to the location on a fighting patrol and deployed an aerial surveillance drone ahead of the ground troops.
According to the sources, the drone sighted two terrorist gun trucks concealed under a tree within the area.
They added that troops immediately engaged the targets with 81mm mortar fire, forcing the suspected terrorists to retreat from their position.
The sources noted that the operation effectively disrupted the suspected gathering, while follow-up actions are ongoing to track fleeing elements and deny them freedom of movement in the area.
Troops Dislodge Terrorists in Konduga After Drone-Guided Strike
NA CAT Week: Army Flags Off Free Medical Outreach in Kaduna Community
By Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army has commenced pre-event activities for its Combat Arms Training (CAT) Week 2026 with a free medical outreach for residents of Birnin Yaro community in Kaduna State.
Security sources said the outreach, which held on May 2, was flagged off by the Chief of Integrated Combat Arms, Maj.-Gen. G.M. Mutkut, as part of preparations for the CAT Week scheduled to take place at Jaji Military Cantonment from May 4 to May 8, 2026.
The sources disclosed that the programme provided free medical consultations and treatment for members of the host community, as well as personnel and their family members.
According to the sources, the initiative was designed to strengthen civil-military relations while improving access to basic healthcare services for underserved communities.
They added that senior officers, including the Principal Staff Officer from Headquarters Infantry Corps Centre and members of the Central Organising Committee for the CAT Week, were in attendance.
The sources noted that the event was conducted peacefully and without any incident.
NA CAT Week: Army Flags Off Free Medical Outreach in Kaduna Community
Troops Conduct Offensive Operation in Gwoza, Destroy Suspected Terrorist Structures
Troops Dislodge Terrorists in Konduga After Drone-Guided Strike
NA CAT Week: Army Flags Off Free Medical Outreach in Kaduna Community
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