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Borno Gov’t, VP’s Office partner for NEDC Teacher Training
Borno Gov’t, VP’s Office partner for NEDC Teacher Training
By: Our Reporter
The Borno State Government has joined forces with the Office of the Vice President of Nigeria and the North East Development Commission (NEDC) to launch a two-day teacher training program under the Accelerated Senior Secondary School Education Programme (ASSEP).
The initiative aims to improve the quality of education in six northeastern states, with a particular focus on science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and agriculture.
At the launch event held at the Ministry of Education hub, the Commissioner for Education, Engineer Lawan Abba Wakilbe, officially inaugurated the program and announced the donation of 100 digital tools to support the training.
Dr. Mariam Masha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Regional Development Programmes, explained the vision behind ASSEP, stating, “We believe that by empowering teachers, inspiring students, and improving the nation’s education system, we can create a brighter future for Nigeria.” She also mentioned the addition of skill acquisition programs for women.
ASSEP, an initiative of the Federal Government under the leadership of Vice President Kashim Shettima, seeks to train one million teachers nationwide.
The program emphasises teacher training, classroom modernisation, student competition, and virtual reality content development to enhance educational outcomes.
Engineer Wakilbe expressed his support for the initiative, noting that it aligns with the state government’s educational transformation agenda, which was originally championed by Vice President Shettima during his time as governor. He commended the Vice President’s continued commitment to advancing education.
However, Wakilbe raised concerns about the challenges faced by flood-affected learners who have lost their books and uniforms. He emphasised the urgent need for support and highlighted the importance of providing hygiene kits for girls to improve school retention rates.
The event featured an engagement session with teachers and stakeholders.
Teachers who completed online training to become “Black Belt” educators in Borno received digital tools to enhance their classroom teaching.
Borno Gov’t, VP’s Office partner for NEDC Teacher Training
Joint security forces discover and destroy IEDs during patrol in Imo State
By: Zagazola Makama
Joint troops comprising personnel of the Nigerian Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, Department of State Services, and Civil Defence Corps have conducted a fighting patrol in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State, leading to the discovery and safe disposal of improvised explosive devices.
Security sources said the operation took place at about 9:50 a.m. on April 16, 2026, within the Uda general area.
According to the sources, an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team discovered two improvised explosive devices during the patrol and safely neutralised them in situ.
The sources added that the patrol was conducted as part of ongoing joint operations aimed at denying criminal elements freedom of action in the area.
They further noted that the operation is still ongoing, with security forces maintaining presence and surveillance across the general area.
Joint security forces discover and destroy IEDs during patrol in Imo State
Troops arrest suspected ammunition racketeer in Cross River
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 245 Battalion have arrested a suspected ammunition racketeer in Cross River State in an ongoing effort to curb illegal arms circulation.
A military source said the suspect was apprehended at about 11:35 p.m. on April 14 in Abong-Ebam Community, Boki Local Government Area, while riding on a motorcycle.
According to the source, troops intercepted the suspect during a routine operation and discovered 25 cartridges in his possession.
The suspect was immediately taken into custody for further investigation to determine the source and intended destination of the ammunition.
The military said preliminary interrogation is ongoing as part of efforts to dismantle arms trafficking networks operating within the area.
Authorities reaffirmed their commitment to sustained patrols and intelligence-driven operations aimed at preventing the proliferation of illegal weapons and enhancing security in Cross River and adjoining states.
Troops arrest suspected ammunition racketeer in Cross River
Troops, NDLEA arrest 8 suspects, recover illicit drugs in Bayelsa raid
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Headquarters 16 Brigade, in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), have arrested eight suspects and recovered quantities of illicit drugs during coordinated raids in Bayelsa State.
A military source said the operation was conducted at about 10:30 a.m. on April 14 across Obunagha, Azikoro and Swali communities in Yenagoa Local Government Area, Amassoma in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, and Imiringi in Ogbia Local Government Area.
According to the source, the joint operation led to the arrest of eight suspects and the recovery of about 850 grammes of cannabis sativa and 11 grammes of methamphetamine.
The suspects and recovered substances have since been handed over to the NDLEA for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Security authorities said the operation forms part of ongoing efforts to curb drug trafficking and related criminal activities in the Niger Delta region.
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