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Gun trucks Not for Law Abiding Citizens but Criminal Elements- Audi

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Gun trucks Not for Law Abiding Citizens but Criminal Elements- Audi

By: Michael Mike

The Commandant General, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Dr. Ahmed Audi has told his men that human rights of all law-abiding Nigerians must be respected, insisting that gun trucks are not acquired to shoot at good civilians but only criminal elements.

The instruction was given on Thursday by the CG at the commissioning of three newly acquired gun trucks by the NSCDC Federal Capital Territory Command and the unveiling of the Special Tactical Squad of the command.

He noted that Nigeria was passing through a period of conflicts which required rugged solutions, hence the need for gun trucks.

He said: “As we all know, Nigeria is passing through asymmetric conflict which requires a rugged solution. The commissioning of these gun trucks is one of the strategic ways and methods of providing solutions to this present challenge.”

Audi warned officers against using the gun trucks to intimidate or harass civilians, insisting that the human rights of every Nigerian must be respected.

He said: “These gun trucks must not be used for the harassment or intimidation of civilians. They must not be used for molestation. You must respect fundamental human rights. These gun trucks should only be used for those idiots who have deprived Nigerians of sleep. You must carry out all these instructions with sister agencies.”

The Commandant of the FCT Command, Olusola Odumosu appreciated Audi for supporting the command with the gun trucks and facilitating the training and retraining of the Squad over the last eight weeks.

Odumosu stated that the command was now positioned to face crimes and criminality head-log in the FCT, adding that “the tactical squad will be strategically positioned within the territory to get rid of criminals.”

“As a command, we will continue to do all that it takes to rid the FCT of criminal elements.”

The commandant, however, appealed to the Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike to support the command with more equipment and gadgets to help carry out their duties effectively.

Odumosu appealed, “It may interest you to know that for the corps to be properly positioned for enhanced service delivery, the FCT command needs more operational vehicles, motorcycles, communication gadgets, protective wears and other vital equipment to properly and effectively function.

“The need for effective coverage of various suburbs in the six Area Councils necessitated the above requests.”

He also solicited that relevant departments at the FCT Administration renovate and put the command back in shape.

Wike, who was represented by the Director, Department of Security Services, FCTA, Adamu Gwari pledged support for the command while urging the squad to be at their best.

He said, ‘Wike is ever ready to support our security agencies for optimum performance. To the trained squad, make judicious use of this equipment and contribute your quota to the safety and security of the territory. We want to see the products of your efforts where residents will sleep with their eyes closed. Protect the critical infrastructure of the FCT against vandals.

Earlier, the CG commissioned a newly built furnished accommodation in Kwali Area Council, FCT donated by the Executive Chairman of the council, Hon. Danladi Chiya.

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US Says Latest Visa Decision Against Nigeria Unconnected to BRICS, Venezuelan Refugees

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US Says Latest Visa Decision Against Nigeria Unconnected to BRICS, Venezuelan Refugees

By: Michael Mike

The United States Mission has explained that recent reduction in visa validity for Nigerian nonimmigrant travellers is not tied to Nigeria’s position on BRICS nor the Venezuelan deportees.

US President Donald Trump had threatened to impose tariffs on “Any country aligning themselves with the Anti-American policies of BRICS”

Trump made the statement few days ago while BRICS leaders and associates
met in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for the 2025 summit.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar had on Thursday on one of the National Televisions during his reaction to recent stringent visa regime to Nigerian travellers by the American government noted that it may be as a result of non acceptance of Venezuelan deportees, insisting that the country has trouble of its own

Tuggar said: “We already have over 230 million people,” and cannot add to our headache.

The US Mission in Abuja while clarifying the latest visa validity decision on Friday noted that the decision was rather based on a global security and technical review.

The mission in a statement on Facebook also reaffirmed its commitment to bilateral cooperation with Nigeria and expressed willingness to work with Nigerian authorities to meet the necessary criteria.

The statement read: “The U.S. Mission Nigeria wishes to address misconceptions about the recent reduction in visa validity for most nonimmigrant U.S. visas in Nigeria and other countries. This reduction is not the result of any nation’s stance on third-country deportees, introduction of e-visa policies, or affiliations with groups like BRICS.

“The reduction in validity is part of an ongoing global review of the use of U.S. visas by other countries using technical and security benchmarks to safeguard U.S. immigration systems.

“We value our longstanding partnership with Nigeria and remain committed to working closely with the Nigerian public and government officials to help them meet those criteria and benchmarks, thereby ensuring safe, lawful, and mutually beneficial travel between our nations.”

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Six community guards killed, others feared abducted in Zamfara bandit attack

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Six community guards killed, others feared abducted in Zamfara bandit attack

By: Zagazola Makama

At least six members of the Community Protection Guards (CPG) in Zamfara State have been killed and others feared abducted following a deadly ambush by armed bandits in Bungudu Local Government Area.

Zagazola Makama report that the attack occurred at about 12:30 p.m. on Thursday as the CPG members were travelling from Bungudu to Yar Katsina in Kekun Waje District to condole with the family of one of their colleagues who was killed by suspected bandits a day earlier.

According to sources, the group was ambushed along the route by heavily armed attackers who opened fire on them, killing six CPG personnel on the spot.

The assailants also reportedly made away with several pump-action rifles belonging to the victims and one motorcycle.

Shortly after the incident troops of Operation FANSAR, were deployed to the scene. However, the attackers had already fled into the bush before their arrival.

The remains of the slain guards have been transported to Bungudu Town for burial rites, while efforts are underway to trace and rescue other victims suspected to have been abducted during the attack.

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Suspected gunman dies after clash with police in Kogi, officer injured

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Suspected gunman dies after clash with police in Kogi, officer injured

By: Zagazola Makama

A suspect linked to unlawful possession of firearms has died following a violent clash between his gang and police operatives in Idah, Kogi State.

The incident began on July 8, when detectives from the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Lokoja visited Aija area in Idah to arrest the suspect, simply identified as Enemi. Upon sighting the police, the suspect reportedly fled by jumping over the fence of his residence and had remained at large.

However, on July 10, fresh intelligence on his whereabouts prompted the Divisional Police Officer in Idah to mobilize a team of operatives, led by Inspector Ojumu Rokan, to effect his arrest.

While attempting to apprehend him, the team came under sudden attack from members of the suspect’s gang, who allegedly tried to disarm and mob the officers.

In the process, the suspect was shot in the leg while trying to escape, but was quickly whisked away from the scene by his accomplices.

During the confrontation, a police officer, PC Usman Kebiru of the Area Command, Idah, sustained multiple injuries after being attacked with machetes, cutlasses, and stones.

He was rushed to the General Hospital in Idah for treatment.

Subsequent reports reaching the division later confirmed that the injured suspect died at his family residence in Idah.

Security across the area has since been heightened, with all formations placed on red alert. Intensive patrols are ongoing to prevent further unrest and track down members of the fleeing gang.

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