Military
Kadafur commissions four blocks of classrooms built by Vitafoam Company
Kadafur commissions four blocks of classrooms built by Vitafoam Company
By: Bulma Talba
Commends Vitafoam for it’s Corporate Social Responsibility Objective.
Borno State Government has commended Vitafoam Nigeria PLC for considering Borno under their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives towards the development of Education in the State .
Borno State Deputy Governor H.E Umar Usman Kadafur commended the organization for the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives it has put in place for the successful construction and handing over of four beffiting blocks of classrooms at Budum Primary School in MMC as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility Objectives of Vitafoam group
The deputy governor made the commendation during the formal handing over of the newly constructed four blocks of classrooms to Borno State by the representatives of the Vitafoam Nigeria PLC, Group Managing Director, Mr Taiwo Adeniyi at Budum Primary School in Maiduguri
The deputy governor said Vitafoam Nigeria PLC is one of the leading
foam manufacturer of first choice, manufacturing and distributing quality mattresses, pillows, foams, beds, bedding, duvets, bedsheets among others and over the years it has been performing it’s Corporate Social Responsibility excellently .
The deputy governor assured them of the state government’s readiness to partner with Vitafoam Company to support business groups or individuals who are willing or interested in doing business with the company .
Alhaji Umar Usman Kadafur used the occasion to appeal to other companies to emulate the good gesture done by Vitafoam Nigeria PLC
towards the development of education in the state especially at this trying time of recovery process.
He equally appealed to the company to expand its base in the state with a view to providing job opportunities for the teeming youths in the state.
The Group Managing Director of Vitafoam Nigeria PLC, Mr Taiwo Adeniyi said the pilot project was constructed by Vitafoam Nigeria PLC as a token of endorsement and support for the state government’s education policy and in honour of an illustrious son of the the state, late Mr Abbagana Mohammed Abatca who until his death served the Company meritoriously as the Vitafoam Nigeria PLC group technical development director.
The representative of the Vitafoam Nigeria PLC led by Mr Taiwo Adeniyi were earlier at the government house for a courtesy visit where they commended Borno State Government under the leadership of Prof Babagana Umara Zulum for his developmental effort and appreciates all the support assistance they have been receiving from the government
Highlight of the occasion is the commissioning of the project by H.E the deputy governor in company of Member House of Assembly representing Biu,and Kukawa, Commissioners of Local Government and Emirate affairs, Special duties and intergovernmental affairs, Deputy chief of staff and Permanent Secretary Ministry of Education as well as some politicians among others.
Kadafur commissions four blocks of classrooms built by Vitafoam Company
Military
COAS commissions 6 Division RSM House, reaffirms frontline leadership role of regimental sergeant majors
COAS commissions 6 Division RSM House, reaffirms frontline leadership role of regimental sergeant majors
By Zagazola Makama
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the critical role of Regimental Sergeant Majors (RSMs) in strengthening discipline, leadership and operational effectiveness across the Nigerian Army.
The COAS made the remarks on Friday during the commissioning of the newly constructed 6 Division Regimental Sergeant Major’s House in Port Harcourt as part of activities marking the 163rd Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL 2026).
Speaking at the event, Lt.-Gen. Shaibu described RSMs as the backbone of regimental administration and custodians of discipline, standards and morale within the Army.
He said the provision of dedicated accommodation for RSMs was not merely a welfare initiative but a strategic investment aimed at enhancing leadership at the unit level and improving operational efficiency.
According to the Army Chief, RSMs play a vital role in translating command directives into action, maintaining troop cohesion and ensuring effective implementation of operational orders across various theatres of operation.
He added that the senior non-commissioned officers also serve as the crucial link between officers and soldiers, fostering professionalism, mutual trust and esprit de corps within formations and units.
Shaibu noted that the influence of RSMs in mentoring soldiers, enforcing discipline and sustaining troop morale remains indispensable to the success of military operations.
He stressed that providing conducive accommodation for key regimental leaders would enhance their ability to discharge their responsibilities effectively and contribute to improved operational readiness.
The COAS reiterated that under his “Soldier First” philosophy, the welfare of personnel, particularly those occupying critical leadership positions, remains a top priority.
He maintained that sustained investment in welfare infrastructure and leadership development would continue to strengthen the Nigerian Army’s capacity to remain a resilient, professional and combat-ready force capable of addressing the country’s evolving security challenges.
COAS commissions 6 Division RSM House, reaffirms frontline leadership role of regimental sergeant majors
Troops Neutralise Intruder Near Military Position in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the 29 Task Force Brigade have neutralised a suspected intruder during a perimeter patrol in Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State.
According to sources, the incident occurred at about 9:30 p.m. on June 20 at Ngamdu, where troops were conducting routine security patrols around a military location.
The sources stated that the troops sighted a female intruder approaching the defensive perimeter of the position.
The suspect was subsequently neutralised near the parapet during the operation.
Military authorities said the patrol was completed successfully without any further security incident.
Ngamdu, located along a strategic corridor in Kaga Local Government Area, has remained an area of security interest due to ongoing counter-insurgency operations in the North-East.
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai continue to maintain surveillance and conduct routine patrols aimed at preventing attacks and safeguarding military positions and surrounding communities.
Troops Neutralise Intruder Near Military Position in Borno
Two Teenage ISWAP Family Members Surrender to Troops in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Two teenage girls believed to be family members of ISWAP terrorists have surrendered to troops of the Nigerian Army in Pulka, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.
Military sources disclosed that the girls, identified as Tata Ahmodu, 16, and Adama Abubakar, 14, surrendered at about 1:35 p.m. on June 19 to troops of the 192 Battalion (Mechanised) deployed at Forward Operating Base Pulka.
According to preliminary findings, the teenagers escaped from a terrorist enclave in the Jongo area around the Dure general area within the Sambisa Forest axis.
The escapees reportedly told troops that sustained military pressure and lack of basic necessities within the camp contributed to their decision to flee the terrorist enclave.
Following their surrender, the girls were screened, documented and taken into custody by military authorities for further investigation and necessary action.
Security officials said the development reflects ongoing pressure on terrorist groups in the North-East, which continues to yield defections, surrenders and rescues of vulnerable persons.
They added that efforts are ongoing to sustain operations aimed at degrading terrorist capabilities and restoring normalcy in affected communities.
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