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MINISTER OF INTERIOR DECORATES 22 NEWLY PROMOTED ASSISTANT COMMANDANT GENERAL (ACG) CALLS FOR RENEWED VIGOUR IN COMMITMENT TO NATIONAL SERVICE
MINISTER OF INTERIOR DECORATES 22 NEWLY PROMOTED ASSISTANT COMMANDANT GENERAL (ACG) CALLS FOR RENEWED VIGOUR IN COMMITMENT TO NATIONAL SERVICE
By: Michael Mike
The Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has charged the newly promoted 22 ACGs of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps to reawaken consciousness and justify their promotion by ensuring sustained diligence, Patriotism, fairness and integrity in the discharge of their responsibility.
Speaking on behalf of the Minister, the Secretary of the Civil Defence, Fire, Correctional and Immigration Services Board (CDFIB); Major General Abdulmalik Jubril (Rtd), charged the Senior Management Officers on the need to project exemplary lives worthy of emulation noting that: “Promotion is a call to responsibility that comes with higher tasks and accountability is required”.
“As I Congratulate you on your new promotions; Let me on behalf of the Interior Minister charge you to justify the confidence reposed in you as it is required that you live above expectations and build incoming generation to sustain the good legacies of the Corps”.
In his remark, the NSCDC Commandant General; Prof. Abubakar Ahmed Audi, mni, OFR admonished the officers to continue working relentlessly with absolute loyalty and dedication in order to tackle emerging security threats in the country.
He called on them to exhibit professionalism and integrity in mentoring their subordinates.
The NSCDC Boss commended the renewed hope and innovative policies of the Minister of Interior which has resulted in clearing the promotion backlogs and stagnation in the service pledging his administration’s determination to sustain it.
The CG further lauded the Minister of Interior whose efforts have strengthen the capacity of the Corps to address security challenges, promote economic stability, enhance the welfare of personnel and foster collaboration between the Corps and other agencies.
Other highlights of the event were goodwill messages by Major General MK Yunusa (Rtd), Controller General of Corrections and Corps Marshall of the Federal Road Safety Corps who were represented by their subordinates, and Oath of Allegiance administered by the Officer in Charge of Legal, Commandant of Corpa, Bamiyo Akomolafe.
In another development, the Commandant General of NSCDC also used the opportunity to present five million naira worth of cheques to next of kins of slain NSCDC personnel.
This is in response to providing welfare and relief towards the families of CCA Anyamele Justice and AIC Bello Bako Musa who were deployed to “Operations Plug” and paid the supreme price loosing their lives in line of duty at Obiakpu Village, Abia State in Zone 3 segment of the Eastern Corridor on 25th February, 2025.
MINISTER OF INTERIOR DECORATES 22 NEWLY PROMOTED ASSISTANT COMMANDANT GENERAL (ACG) CALLS FOR RENEWED VIGOUR IN COMMITMENT TO NATIONAL SERVICE
Troops Ambush Terrorist Logistics Suppliers, Recover Items in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have foiled an attempt by suspected terrorist logistics suppliers along the Ngoshe–Ashigashiya road in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the troops of 82 Division Task Force Battalion, deployed at Ngoshe, laid an ambush at a known crossing point along the route at about 2:20 a.m. on April 24.
The sources said the troops made contact with suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP logistics suppliers conveying items to terrorist elements and engaged them with disciplined fire.
The suspects were forced to abandon the items and fled in disarray.
Items recovered during exploitation of the area include 10 pairs of women’s slippers, 28 sachets of 500g salt, 39 sachets of powdered milk, a motorcycle tube, a pair of joggers, two pieces of clothing materials measuring 10 yards each, two one-litre containers of engine oil and a black shirt.
The sources said no casualty was recorded on the side of the troops, while casualties on the part of the fleeing suspects could not be immediately ascertained.
They added that the troops returned to base at about 6:00 a.m. after completing the operation.
According to the sources, the general security situation across the theatre remains calm but unpredictable, while troops’ morale and combat efficiency remain high.
Troops Ambush Terrorist Logistics Suppliers, Recover Items in Borno
Troops Repel Terrorist Infiltration in Kanama, Neutralise Four Insurgents
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have repelled a Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorist infiltration into Kanama town, neutralising four insurgents during a swift response operation in Borno State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 6:00 p.m. on April 22 when troops of 159 Battalion, deployed in Kanama, responded to sounds of gunfire within the town.
On arrival, the troops reportedly discovered that terrorists had infiltrated parts of the community.
The troops immediately made contact and engaged the attackers with disciplined fire, forcing them to retreat in disarray.
Subsequent exploitation of the general area led to the neutralisation of four terrorists.
One member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) sustained injuries during the encounter and has been evacuated for medical attention.
No military equipment was lost during the operation.
Items recovered from the terrorists include two torchlight mobile phones and the sum of ₦21,000.
Security sources said the general situation across the theatre remains calm but unpredictable, while troops’ morale and fighting efficiency remain high.
Troops Repel Terrorist Infiltration in Kanama, Neutralise Four Insurgents
Troops Neutralise ISWAP Shura Member Abu Jirir in Yobe
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have neutralised a prominent member of the ISWAP Shura Council during an operation in Yobe State.
Security sources said the development was confirmed at about 6:12 p.m. on April 22 following intelligence reports that the senior terrorist figure, identified as Abu Jarir, was eliminated by troops in the Babangida area.
According to the sources, the neutralisation is considered a significant blow to the terrorist leadership structure in the Lake Chad region.
The sources further disclosed that the overall ISWAP commander in the Lake Chad axis, identified as Ba Shuwa, reportedly dispatched a team to recover the body of the slain commander on the same day.
The search party was said to have been sighted moving on about 12 motorcycles around the Aljanna Jaule area.
Further details on the operation are expected as exploitation continues.
Troops Neutralise ISWAP Shura Member Abu Jirir in Yobe
Troops Ambush Terrorist Logistics Suppliers, Recover Items in Borno
Troops Repel Terrorist Infiltration in Kanama, Neutralise Four Insurgents
Troops Neutralise ISWAP Shura Member Abu Jirir in Yobe
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