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Gaza War: UAE and WHO to Evacuate 148 Palestinians to Abu Dhabi

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Gaza War: UAE and WHO to Evacuate 148 Palestinians to Abu Dhabi

By: Michael Mike

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), in partnership with the World Health Organisation (WHO), has announced an urgent initiative to evacuate 85 sick and severely injured Palestinians, including cancer patients in need of extensive treatment, accompanied by 63 family members to Abu Dhabi from Ramon airport in Israel, via the Karam Abu Salem crossing.

This initiative, according to statement signed by the Head of the Economic, Political, Media and Public Diplomacy Section. UAE Embassy in Abuja, Mr Saif Thani Alktheeri on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates.
is part of UAE’s unwavering humanitarian commitment to the brotherly Palestinians in the Gaza Strip and demonstrates the urgent need for humanitarian intervention and reaffirms the UAE’s steadfast commitment to supporting the people of Gaza amidst the catastrophic situation.

He said: “The UAE’s various lines of communication continue to facilitate the humanitarian efforts to assist the people of Gaza, and extend a helping hand during their time of need.

UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation, Reem Al Hashimy, was quoted to have said: “At this critical time, the urgency of our mission to evacuate injured Palestinians to Abu Dhabi cannot be overstated.

“This unprecedented route reflects the gravity of the situation and our resolute commitment to alleviating the suffering of the people of the Gaza Strip and to ensure the arrival and distribution of relief through all available means, including land, sea and air. This initiative stands as a testament to the UAE’s enduring and historic support for the Palestinian people, guided by our unwavering dedication to providing immediate relief and advancing peace in the face of immense adversity.”

She underlined that to date, the UAE has welcomed 709 patients from Gaza, along with 787 of their family members, to receive medical treatment. This follows the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE President, to provide care for 2,000 injured and cancer patients from Gaza.

She added that: “This significant scale-up in our efforts demonstrates our solidarity with the Palestinian people and our determination to alleviate their suffering and ensure urgent, sustainable, unhindered delivery of aid, at a wide scale and through all possible means. We remain resolute in our collaboration with international partners to ensure that our aid reaches those in desperate need.

“For his part, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus Director-General of the World Health Organization, said: “We are thankful to the UAE for supporting the evacuation of sick and injured people from Gaza to receive the urgent care they need. We hope this paves the way for the establishment of evacuation corridors via all possible routes, including the Kerem Shalom and Rafah crossings to Egypt and Jordan, and from there to other countries. We also call for evacuations to the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, to be restored. Thousands of sick people are suffering needlessly. Above all, and as always, WHO calls for a ceasefire.”

The statement said notably to date, the UAE has provided over 40,000 tonnes of crucial aid, including food, relief, and medical items, through 8 aid ships, 337 flights, 50 airdrops, and 1,271 trucks. The fourth UAE relief ship arrived in Al-Arish this week, marking the eighth shipment of aid, which carried 5,340 tonnes of humanitarian supplies, and is the largest shipment since the launch of the relief operations.

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Joint security forces discover and destroy IEDs during patrol in Imo State

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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.

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Troops arrest suspected ammunition racketeer in Cross River

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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.

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Troops, NDLEA arrest 8 suspects, recover illicit drugs in Bayelsa raid

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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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