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BUILDING CAPACITY OF FUTURE LEADERS IN THE NA: STUDENTS OF AFCSC JUNIOR COURSE 98 PAID OPERATIONAL STUDY VISIT TO HEADQUARTERS 1 DIVISION

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BUILDING CAPACITY OF FUTURE LEADERS IN THE NA: STUDENTS OF AFCSC JUNIOR COURSE 98 PAID OPERATIONAL STUDY VISIT TO HEADQUARTERS 1 DIVISION

By: Musa Adams

In its effort towards strengthening the operational efficiency and preparing future leaders to tackle operational challenges in the field, Students of Junior Course 98, Department of Land Warfare, Armed Forces Command and Staff College (AFCSC) Jaji visited Headquarters 1 Division Nigerian Army, Kaduna on an operational tour to acquaint themselves with the operational activities of the Division and Operation FANSAN YAMMA on 4 November 2024.

In his welcome remarks during the visit, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 1 Division Major General Mayirenso Lander Saraso stressed the pivotal role of the AFCSC in advancing the professional development of personnel of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, as well as those from allied countries and other nations. He noted that the mid-career course is crucial for students to enhance their professional knowledge and develop the leadership skills needed for higher roles in both staff, instructional and command appointments. He encouraged the students to use the training period to build capacities that will prepare them for the responsibilities that lie ahead.

Gen Saraso also pledged the Division’s continued support to the AFCSC, affirming his commitment to provide backing for field exercises and research initiatives that could further enhance the Division’s operational capabilities.

Speaking during the event, Lt Col Yunusa Jibril Yunusa, a member of Directing Staff and Sponsor Directing Staff for the visit, outlined the purpose of the visit, stating that the students were at the Division on operational tour to build their capacity and strengthen their operational efficiency in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges. He added that the visit will further afford the students an opportunity to gain first-hand insights into the efforts of Sector 1 Operation FANSAN YAMMA and 1 Division’s efforts in tackling security situation in its Area of Responsibility.

Highlights of the visit include a brief on the operational activities of the 1 Division and Operation FANSAN YAMMA, interactive session, exchange of souvenirs, signing of the visitor’s book, and group photograph.

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Borno police arrest 15-year-old over infanticide in Monguno IDP camp

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Borno police arrest 15-year-old over infanticide in Monguno IDP camp

By: Zagazola Makama

The Borno State Police Command has arrested a 15-year-old girl for allegedly dumping a newborn infant’s body in a pit toilet within the Charamari Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Camp in Monguno.

According to a Police source on May 22, 2025, at about 9:15 a.m., it was reported that earlier the same day at around 6:00 a.m., the body of a newly born infant was found abandoned in one of the camp’s pit toilets.

The sources said that the suspect, identified as Yafalmata Alhaji Mustapha, aged 15 years, and a resident of the camp, is currently in police custody for investigation.

“Police and medical experts visited the scene where photographs were taken, and the infant’s body was evacuated to General Hospital Monguno. The medical doctor confirmed the infant dead upon arrival, and the corpse was deposited at the hospital for autopsy,”said the sources.

Following the autopsy, the body was released to the Camp Chairman of Charamari IDP Camp for burial according to Islamic rites.

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Angry villagers killed two Armed robbers in Gubio, Borno

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Angry villagers killed two Armed robbers in Gubio, Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

Two armed robbers were fatally injured by angry villagers following an attack at Charimeleri Bush in Gubio Local Government Area, Borno State.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred occurred on May 21, 2025, at about 5:30 p.m., when two unknown armed men armed with machetes, knives, bow and arrow pursued two young boys, Abdu Ali and Abba Ali who were grazing a flock of 25 sheep in Charimeleri Bush.

The suspects stole the entire flock and fled, but the boys ran home to alert their father, Bukar Umara. Villagers quickly mobilized and followed the rustlers’ footprints, eventually intercepting them and recovering the stolen sheep.

A violent confrontation ensued during which one of the robbers stabbed a villager, Fannami Bukar, in the chest. The villagers retaliated, fatally injuring both suspects, leading to their death.

Security forces promptly visited the scene, documented the incident with photographs, and recovered exhibits including a bow and arrow, a sheath knife, and two head veils.

The two injured robbers were rushed to Gubio General Hospital where they were certified dead by the attending doctor.

The stabbed victim was taken to the Primary Health Care Centre (PHCC) Gubio for treatment and is reportedly responding well to medical care.

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Police officer arrested over alleged Cybercrime, Fraud in Ogun

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Police officer arrested over alleged Cybercrime, Fraud in Ogun

By: Zagazola Makama

The Nigerian Police Force in Ogun has arrested one of its officers, Police Constable Idris Oloyede, over alleged involvement in conspiracy, stealing, cybercrime and other related offences.

Zagazola was reliably informed that the arrest was carried out on Wednesday by operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Eleweran, Abeokuta.

A police sources told Zagazola that Oloyede, who bears Force Number 537972, is attached to the patrol team at Odeda Divisional Headquarters.

According to the police sources, the arrest followed credible intelligence and investigation that linked the officer to the suspected crimes.

The Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Odeda Division immediately released the officer for further interrogation upon the arrival of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit. The suspect has been transferred to the SCID for detailed investigation.

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