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NTAC DG Dedicates Award to President Tinubu, Emerges “Most Outstanding Public Servant of the Year 2025” in Parliamentary Publication’s Annual Event
NTAC DG Dedicates Award to President Tinubu, Emerges “Most Outstanding Public Servant of the Year 2025” in Parliamentary Publication’s Annual Event
By: Michael Mike
Director General of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps,Rt.Hon.Yusuf Buba Yakub has dedicated the award of “Most Outstanding Public Servant of the Year” received at the Nigerian Assembly Orientation and Award 2025 to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The Award,which was held, Wednesday,at the National Assembly Library Trust Funds Hall, National Assembly Complex, Abuja, was aimed at recognizing the best performing public servant in the non-legislative category across the country for the current year.
The event,which drew participants from across the country,is the 9th Edition of the Awards.Speaking at the event,the Publisher of Assembly News,a foremost Nigerian Parliamentary news tabloid,Prince Adeboye Omoboye explained that the NTAC boss emerged best-peforming Public Servant from a national poll.
He lauded the NTAC DG for his commitment and sacrifice to national service and for, particularly,using the Technical Aid Corps Scheme in the last two- years-and-half of the Tinubu Administration to reposition Nigeria as a global giant in the areas of soft power and development diplomacy.
While thanking President Tinubu for the opportunity to even serve the nation,the NTAC DG praised the promoters of the Awards for their visionary approach to progressive and developmental journalism. He also noted that diverse fora such as the day’s occasion were important to chronicle the nation’s history in an era when younger Nigerians were beginning to lose touch with the nation’s evolutionary processes.
Earlier, while speaking on the theme of the day’s event, “A New Nigeria,”Director General of the Nigerian Orientation Agency,Issa Lanre-Onilu admonished Nigerians to rethink their responsibilities for the country, informing that the new 7 for 7 National Value Charter of the NOA has emphasised not only the aspects of what he termed “National Promise”, but its corresponding “Citizens’ Code”. He called on all Nigerians to imbibe the spirit of placing Nigeria above every consideration at all times.Onilu was represented at the event by his Special Assistant on Media, Tolu Meduna.
The event, which saw the recognition of other Nigerians, including those from across the States, for various award categories,ended with a pledge to continue to push for a better Nigeria through parliamentary advocacy and media campaigns.
Among those who accompanied the NTAC DG to the event were the Director of Administration,Amb.Yakubu Abdullahi Ahmed; that of Programmes, Amb.Zakari Usman as well as the Deputy Director and Head of Accounts, Mrs Meimunat Haruna-Mustapha.Others were the Assistant Director and Head of Internal Audits, Mr Adekola Lawal; his colleague, Mr Mustapha Aliyu, an Assistant Director and Mr. Fehintola Adebowale, Assistant Director,Programmes, among others.
NTAC DG Dedicates Award to President Tinubu, Emerges “Most Outstanding Public Servant of the Year 2025” in Parliamentary Publication’s Annual Event
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Mutiny: Presidential Guard Tightens Security Around Niger Presidency Amid Reports of Military Protest
Mutiny: Presidential Guard Tightens Security Around Niger Presidency Amid Reports of Military Protest
By Zagazola Makama
Security was significantly reinforced around Niger’s Presidential Palace in Niamey following reports of unrest involving elements of the country’s armed forces, security sources told Zagazola Makama.
According to multiple security sources, the heightened deployment of the Presidential Guard, supported by armoured vehicles around the Presidential Palace on the night of July 3 and into July 4, followed what was described as a limited protest by personnel of an armoured unit within the Niger Armed Forces (FAN).
The sources said some soldiers reportedly declined deployment to frontline positions in northern Tillabéri Region, particularly around Inatès and Chinagodrar, citing inadequate heavy equipment and insufficient operational resources to confront the growing security threats in the area.
The protest was described by one source as a “small mutiny,” although there has been no official confirmation from the Nigerien authorities.
Security sources said the development triggered concern within the country’s leadership, prompting the reinforcement of security around the Presidential Palace and temporary restrictions on movement in the surrounding area as a precautionary measure.
The Tillabéri Region remains one of Niger’s most volatile security zones, with recurrent attacks by armed extremist groups, including factions linked to the so-called Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS).
As of the time of filing this report, the Nigerien government and military authorities had not issued any official statement regarding the reported protest or the increased security presence around the Presidency.
The situation remains under close observation.
Mutiny: Presidential Guard Tightens Security Around Niger Presidency Amid Reports of Military Protest
Two suspected criminals arrested during patrol in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1 under Operation Enduring Peace have arrested two suspected criminals during a routine patrol in Jos East Local Government Area of Plateau.
Security sources disclosed that the suspects, identified as Azi Ezekiel, 21, and Ajiji Emmanuel, 19, were apprehended at about 10:30 a.m. on Saturday along the road leading to Forbur Village.
The sources said the suspects were intercepted by troops of Sector 1, Sub-Sector 12, while conducting a routine patrol in the area.
According to the sources, the two suspects have been handed over to the Keystone Police Station in Forbur for further investigation and possible prosecution.
The arrest forms part of ongoing security operations aimed at combating criminal activities and enhancing safety across Plateau State.
Two suspected criminals arrested during patrol in Plateau
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Plateau community
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 4 of Operation Enduring Peace have arrested a suspected kidnapper during a security operation in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau.
Security sources said the suspect, identified as Mohamdu Surajo, 29, was arrested at about 6:45 p.m. on Friday at Sabon Layi Village following sustained security operations in the area.
The sources disclosed that the suspect is currently in military custody and is undergoing preliminary interrogation to aid ongoing investigations.
They added that the arrest is part of continued efforts by security forces to dismantle criminal networks and enhance security across Plateau State.
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Plateau community
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