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Audi: Nigeria’s Security Challenge Requires Octopus Solution
Audi: Nigeria’s Security Challenge Requires Octopus Solution
By: Michael Mike
Nigeria’s security challenge requires “Octopus” solution, the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Dr. Ahmed Audi has said.
Speaking on Monday in Abuja at the opening of a two-day seminar on promoting interagency collaboration for heads of security agencies in Anambra, Borno, Enugu, Imo and Sokoto
He said: “The prevailing asymmetric warfare bedeviling the nation requires on octopus’ solution in mitigating the myriads of security threats targeted at Nigerians,
Residents and Public assets. The reality calls for a continuous evaluation of security strategies that can pull resources and expertise together in tackling this menace.”
He noted that: “This seminar for heads of security is one that fit into such strategy as it is aimed at ensuring seamless synergy among security stakeholders in Nigeria. It is my delight to observe the presence of state security heads drawn from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Federal Road Safety Corps, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Nigerian Correctional Service, Nigerian Immigration Service, The Nigerian Police Force, Nigeria Customs Service and State Security Service representing Anambra, Borno, Enugu, Imo, and Sokoto States.”
Audi explained that the seminar is aimed at ensuring that all stakeholders across-board are carried along on this mission. He told the participants that: “Your participation in this programme is an indication that we are making progress towards this quest, with outcomes that will have far reaching impact on the nation’s security architecture.
He said: “The previously held seminars and workshops were targeted at three geopolitical zones namely: North East, North West and South South. I officially sent a request last year to our partner, Konrad Adenaeur Stiftung, for the activation of other zones in the face of the increasing security challenges across the country and the need for all agencies to work together across board, the request was graciously approved resulting into the incorporation of North Central geopolitical zone in this year programmes. I strongly believe that other zones will come on board in due course.”
On his part, the Resident Representative of Konrad Adenauer Stiftung Nigera, Ms Marija Peran in her opening remarks, said the seminar was organised in cooperation with the Nigerian House of Representatives, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defense Corps and the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung.
Peran, who was represented by the Deputy Representative, Lukas Laible said since 2016, KAS has been supporting the Security Sector Reform in Nigeria, and has cultivated progressive partnerships with relevant frontline institutions and has collaborated both with the executive as well as the legislature.
She explained that two years ago, KAS mandated a survey on the mandates of security agencies, adding that the survey revealed that overlapping mandates among these agencies contribute significantly to rivalry among security personnel
She noted that: To address this issue, KAS collaborated with experts in the field and government agencies to review and propose amendments to the Acts that establish these agencies.
“On the basis of this survey and in collaboration with the Office of the Speaker, seven bills were drafted addressing the identified issues; six of them are currently on the floor of the House or Senate.”
She noted that: “In partnership with all security agencies we provide trainings with a focus on fostering interagency-collaboration and conflict-resolution among security agencies.
“To amplify information sharing, surveillance, and to forge a harmonious relationship with personnel of security agencies, we also work with civil society groups, communities, and opinion leaders at zonal and state level.
“The project’s goal is to create a unified curriculum and a trainer’s guide. The development of this curriculum has been successfully completed and endorsed by all the training colleges and institutions.
Audi: Nigeria’s Security Challenge Requires Octopus Solution
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Police exhume seven bodies over Yelwata killings, as part of the Presidential Medical Delegation Investigation in Benue
Police exhume seven bodies over Yelwata killings, as part of the Presidential Medical Delegation Investigation in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
The Police in Benue have exhumed seven in connection with the 2025 Yelwata killings as part of ongoing investigations by the Presidential Medical Delegation as part of efforts to ensure justice for victims of what he described as a brutal assault.
Zagazola learnt that the exhumation was carried out on Feb. 24 by federal investigators led by the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) following an earlier situation report on the exercise.
According to the sources, the bodies were exhumed for inquest, adding that the exercise would continue at a later date.
“Seven corpses have been exhumed by the IRT-led federal investigators for inquest. The exercise will continue, and further development will be communicated,” police sources said.
Forensic pathologists from the Federal Ministry of Justice have arrived in Benue State to investigate the June 13, 2025, attack on Yelwata, a community in the Guma Local Government Area of the state.
The Presidential Medical Delegation on Monday visited Yelwata in Guma Local Government Area to inspect graves of victims of the June 2025 attack on the community.
Security sources said the delegation visited the burial site where victims of the attack were interred, and the graves were identified as part of ongoing investigative and medical review processes.
The deployment follows proceedings at the Federal High Court in Abuja, where nine suspects were arraigned on 2 February 2026 before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik in connection with the Yelwata attack.
The court stressed the importance of forensic evidence to ensure a fair trial and proper determination of culpability.
The sources added that adequate security measures were put in place to ensure a peaceful and hitch-free exercise.
The Guma Local government Yelwata attack of June 13, 2025, resulted in the deaths of several residents and forced many others to flee their homes.
Police exhume seven bodies over Yelwata killings, as part of the Presidential Medical Delegation Investigation in Benue
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Farmer Killed in Yobe Over Land Dispute, Pastoralists Injured
Farmer Killed in Yobe Over Land Dispute, Pastoralists Injured
By: Zagazola Makama
A farmer, Moh’d Abdullahi, 50, of Garin Mallam Village, Karasuwa LGA, has been killed after being shot with arrows during an altercation with pastoralists on his farmland on Monday.
Sources said the suspects, identified as Usmanu Alh. Musa, Buba Alh. Manu, and Ahmadu Inusa, all from Tarja Fulani Settlement in Jakusko LGA, allegedly trespassed onto Abdullahi’s farmland. When the farmer cautioned them, the suspects attacked him, leaving him with fatal injuries.
In the ensuing retaliation, some villagers assaulted Ahmadu Inusa, who sustained injuries to various parts of his body. Both victims were rushed to Specialist Hospital Gashua in Bade LGA, where Abdullahi was certified dead, while Inusa received medical attention and remains hospitalized.
The body of Abdullahi was released to his family for burial according to Islamic rites. Investigations into the incident and the circumstances surrounding the dispute are ongoing.
Farmer Killed in Yobe Over Land Dispute, Pastoralists Injured
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Nigeria’s Support Against US Blockade Vital, Says Cuban Ambassador
Nigeria’s Support Against US Blockade Vital, Says Cuban Ambassador
By: Michael Mike
The Cuban Ambassador to Nigeria, Miriam Morales Palmero, has commended Nigeria and the African Union for their consistent opposition to the decades-long United States economic blockade against Cuba, describing the sanctions regime as an “unjust system of coercion” that has inflicted prolonged hardship on the Cuban people.
Speaking at the Conference of the Solidarity Movement with Cuba in Nigeria, Palmero expressed gratitude for Nigeria’s repeated votes at the United Nations General Assembly in favour of resolutions calling for an end to the US embargo.

“Nigeria is one of the countries which has voted at the United Nations General Assembly in favour of the resolution against the economic, commercial and financial blockade,” she said. “We highly value Nigeria’s support.”
She also acknowledged what she described as the historic stance of the African Union, particularly its recent resolution condemning the US blockade policy and Cuba’s inclusion on the list of state sponsors of terrorism.
The ambassador characterised the US embargo as more than a bilateral dispute, calling it “a deliberate policy of asphyxiation” designed to force political surrender through economic deprivation.

“For more than six decades, Cuba has faced one of the most prolonged and unjust systems of economic, commercial and financial coercion in contemporary history,” she said.
Palmero criticised a recent executive order signed by US President Donald Trump which, she said, threatens sanctions against countries that supply fuel to Cuba. She described the move as extraterritorial and a violation of international law.
According to her, the measures are intended to worsen shortages in energy, nutrition, healthcare, education and transportation, while exerting pressure on other nations to limit cooperation with Cuba.
“We do not accept threats. We do not accept blackmail. We do not accept interference,” she declared.
Despite economic difficulties, the ambassador maintained that Cuba has consistently extended assistance to other nations, particularly in healthcare and education.
She highlighted Cuba’s long-standing medical diplomacy, noting that Cuban doctors, teachers and technical experts have served in dozens of countries, including Nigeria.
“Cuba represents no threat whatsoever to any country,” Palmero said. “Our foreign policy is one of solidarity, peace, friendship and cooperation, fully committed to international law and the United Nations Charter.”
She described it as “inconceivable” that the world’s largest economic and military power would consider Cuba a threat.
Beyond condemning the blockade, the ambassador used the conference to call for a stronger and more structured Solidarity Movement with Cuba in Nigeria.
She urged trade unions, academic institutions, youth groups, community organisations and media platforms to amplify advocacy efforts in support of Cuba, especially as sanctions intensify.
“This meeting is not only an expression of political and moral support,” she said. “It is a strategic moment to strengthen the structure of the Solidarity Movement with Cuba in Nigeria.”
Palmero encouraged participants to develop a coordinated action plan that would increase mobilisation, communication and public engagement throughout the year.
The ambassador reaffirmed Cuba’s commitment to sovereignty and its chosen social model, insisting that the country would not bow to external pressure.
“We know that the Cuban people are not alone,” she said. “Cuba will never renounce its independence.”

She declared that: “Because justice cannot be blockaded. Because dignity cannot be sentenced. Because solidarity is stronger than any coercive measure.”
The conference brought together members of Nigeria’s solidarity movement, trade union representatives, Cuban-trained graduates and supporters of Cuba–Nigeria relations, underscoring the longstanding diplomatic ties between both nations.
Nigeria’s Support Against US Blockade Vital, Says Cuban Ambassador
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