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NSCDC BOSS PRESENT PRACTICING LICENCE TO PRIVATE SECURITY PRACTITIONERS

NSCDC BOSS PRESENT PRACTICING LICENCE TO PRIVATE SECURITY PRACTITIONERS
By: Michael Mike
As part of the Corps statutory mandate to train, supervise, monitor, and issue practicing licence to Private Guard Companies; the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Dr Ahmed Audi has presented practicing licences to 50 Private Security Practitioners.
Speaking during his keynote address while presenting the certificate at the National Headquarters of NSCDC in Abuja, the CG said that over 200 applications were received through the NSCDC Private Guard Companies Department (PGC Department and they were thoroughly screened after which only 50 companies met the requisite conditions to be issued with operational licence.
The NSCDC helmsman reiterated categorically that the Corps carried out thorough. screening and vetting before recommending the companies to the Minister of Interior for approval and issuance of practicing license.
He lauded the Minister of Interior, Hon (Dr) Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo who is passionate about reforms in the security sector postulating digitalisation of the registration among other measures and called on practitioners both old and new to key into it.
While appreciating the role of private security in nation building, he noted that the industry has provided about four million employment opportunities for the youths and helps in complementing efforts of conventional security agencies.
The CG NSCDC calls for prompt Intelligence gathering which he affirmed as the bedrock of Security noting that the continuous collaboration with the NSCDC and other security agencies would enhance the nation’s security apparatus.
He advised Chief Executive Officers of the new companies to adhere strictly to core ethical standards of Care and Welfare of Security Guards, timely renewal of operational licence, recruitment of qualified persons and staff appearance.
Other highlights of the event includes an address of welcome by the Head of Private Guard Companies Department, ACG Peter Samuel Maigari, fsi,
lecture entitled, “the public in the private: the need to strengthen public partnership for national security in Nigeria” delivered by Prof Tyoor Frederick Terhemba, goodwill messages by the President, Association of Licenced Private Security Practitioners of Nigeria (ALPSPN), Dr Chris Adigwu, Managing and Director/CEO Tagged Technologies ltd, Dr Omofoman Daniel and symbolic presentation of licences to new entrants.
NSCDC BOSS PRESENT PRACTICING LICENCE TO PRIVATE SECURITY PRACTITIONERS
Crime
Police successfully rescue kidnapped ward head in Benue

Police successfully rescue kidnapped ward head in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
The Benue State Police Command has successfully rescued Dickson Idu, the Ward Head of Ehatokpe Ohimini, who was abducted on April 30, 2025.
Police sources told Zagazola Makama that the victim was kidnapped from his residence in Ohimini Local Government Area (LGA).
Upon receiving the information, the Commissioner of Police, Benue State, directed the Acting Area Commander Otukpo, the Officer-in-Charge of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, and a team of officers to immediately proceed to the area and ensure the safe rescue of the victim.
At approximately 8:45 a.m., a combined team of armed conventional policemen, the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, and personnel from the Benue State Civil Protection Guard, supported by Ohimini youths, launched an operation in the Ojanu/Ijami Village forest. The team conducted an intense combing operation, utilizing smoke canisters to pressure the kidnappers.
The strategy paid off, and at about 3:25 p.m., the kidnappers, feeling the heat of the search, released their captive. Dickson Idu was successfully rescued and has been debriefed and reunited with his family.
The sources said while no arrests have been made so far, the police have assured that investigations are underway, with efforts to apprehend the suspects continuing.
Police successfully rescue kidnapped ward head in Benue
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Notorious bandit killed during gunfight with police in Zaki-Biam in Benue

Notorious bandit killed during gunfight with police in Zaki-Biam in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
A notorious bandit, Aungwa Sesugh, alias Tino Brown, was killed in a gunfight with the Benue State security forces during a raid in the Zaki-Biam area early today.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that at about 1:30 a.m. on May 1, 2025, the Tactical Team, acting on a tip-off, arrested Aungwa Sesugh, a notorious member of the Akumave gang, in possession of a locally fabricated Beretta pistol with three live ammunition and assorted charms.
Upon interrogation, Sesugh confessed to being involved in several criminal activities, including the kidnapping of Ukum Nulge’s Chairman. He led the police team to Tse-Shor Village, where he claimed the gang’s arms were stored.
However, upon arrival, members of his gang opened fire on the security team. During the ensuing exchange of gunfire, Sesugh was struck by a bullet, sustaining injuries. Despite being rushed to the hospital for treatment, he succumbed to his wounds.
Other members of the gang, believed to have been wounded in the gunfight, managed to escape into the surrounding bushes. Additional security forces have been deployed to the area in pursuit of the fleeing bandits.
Notorious bandit killed during gunfight with police in Zaki-Biam in Benue
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Explosion at Giwa barracks armoury caused by heatwave — Military sources

Explosion at Giwa barracks armoury caused by heatwave — Military sources
By: Zagazola Makama
Sources from the Nigerian military High Command in Maiduguri have debunked rumours circulating on social media about an alleged attack on the Giwa military barracks in Maiduguri, Borno, clarifying that the incident at the base’s armoury was caused by extreme heat.
The sources said the incident occurred due to a heat-induced reaction within a section of the armoury, leading to a wild explosion and fire.
The Command confirmed that they are working to bring the situation under control.
“What occurred was an isolated incident triggered by excessive heat, which caused an explosion within the armoury.
The military sources urged Members of the public to disregard panic-inducing reports and refrain from spreading misinformation that could create unnecessary fear among residents.
It assured the public that all military facilities in Maiduguri remain secure and that routine operations continue without disruption.
“There is no cause for alarm. Our troops are fully alert and in control of the situation,”said the sources.
Explosion at Giwa barracks armoury caused by heatwave — Military sources
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