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NTAC: No more Exploitation of Nigeria through Japa Syndrome, Legal Platform to Export Nigeria’s Human Capital Unveil Soon
NTAC: No more Exploitation of Nigeria through Japa Syndrome, Legal Platform to Export Nigeria’s Human Capital Unveil Soon
By: Michael Mike
The Director General, Nigerian Technical Aid Corps, Hon. Yusuf Yakub has said plans are ongoing to put an end to the exploitation of Nigeria’s manpower outside the shores of the country as a legal pathway for export of the country’s human capital is in motion to boost earning from diaspora.
Yakub, who said this will help address irregular migration of Nigerian popularly called the Japa syndrome, also disclosed that Nigerians have shown to be great professionals wherever they found themselves, noting that two Nigerians are currently occupying the position of Vice Chancellors and another two the position of Deputy Vice Chancellors in different universities in the Gambia.
He made this disclosure on Friday while briefing on his activities in the last two years since he assumed as Director General of the agency. He was appointed to the position by President Bola Tinubu in August 2023.
Yakub, while addressing journalists on developments at the agency in the last two years, said the scope of the NTAC has increased and that the agency has opened a new frontier in its soft power diplomacy.
He noted that the Corps has deployed 396 volunteers from different works of endeavours to different countries in the last two years.
He said: “One of the new policies I came in with is to turn Nigeria Technical Aid Corp into a hub for the export of our manpower, not just for free, but also for money.
“And so, side by side with the soft power diplomacy export to support our brothers in Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific, and also to serve humanity, and in the process expose our experts, we are trying to introduce or have introduced the sale of our manpower to discourage JAPA, to also discourage our citizens dying out there in the deserts and in the ocean, and most importantly, to create employment for our citizens.”
He added that: “Because every year, we graduate thousands from our National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, we graduate thousands from our universities and polytechnics, and so we have millions of unemployed experts on the ground. And so I discussed this with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, and immediately we sent an agreement, a proposed draft agreement for this new initiative, because this is going to be a new initiative.
“And I remember when I was in the secondary school, our teachers were Indians and other nationals. And so export of labour is as good as export of crude oil.
And since we are blessed with this labour, Nigerian Technical Aid Corps has come up with this initiative. And very soon, by the grace of God, we will start exporting labour. And we are also talking with the International Organisation on Migration and other international organisations to see how this export of labour will not only be restricted to Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific, but it will be all over the world.”
He said that the ministry of Justice has drafted a working agreement and “immediately, we conclude on signing that agreement, we will start exporting our labour with dignity to all parts of the world. And in the process, we will be generating revenue for the country, and we will be eliminating unemployment amongst our citizens, and also increasing the remittance that the diasporas use to remit on their own back home, because we will be sending out more experts to work with dignity with their families out there all over the world. And this initiative is not only with the countries we are dealing with, because for the countries we are dealing with, they have already tested the expertise of our volunteers, they have known that Nigerians are people of integrity, high integrity, and so they have trusted us to say, okay, please, we want to start importing labour from your country.”
He noted that: “There are countries that depend on export of labour, so many countries like the Philippines and so on.”
He also said the agency has opened relationships with four new countries who are in need of the country’s human resources- Grenada, which is in the South Caribbean; Equatorial Guinea, South Sudan and Zanzibar, all in Africa.
“And there are some other countries that have also opened up relationships, but we have not yet deployed,” he added
He noted that: “The Nigerian Technical Aid Corps essentially is established to deploy soft power diplomacy to Africa, Caribbean, and the Pacific part of the world.
He said: “So today as I speak to you, NTAC has received back over 200 or something volunteers that we have been serving out there. They are all back home. And they all came back intact. And as I also speak to you today, we have over 300 volunteers that we have deployed recently.
“They are out there. And by the end of the year, we will be meeting our budget by 90-something percent. Because by the end of October, we will be deploying over 400.
We will have over 450 volunteers out there. So despite the slight differential in exchange rate, we are going to meet our budget by 90-something percent, by the grace of God, at the end of the year.”
NTAC: No more Exploitation of Nigeria through Japa Syndrome, Legal Platform to Export Nigeria’s Human Capital Unveil Soon
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
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Dramatic Testimony Rocks Nwaukoni Terrorism Trial In Asaba — Doctor Confirms Gunshot Wounds In Palace Attack Case
Dramatic Testimony Rocks Nwaukoni Terrorism Trial In Asaba — Doctor Confirms Gunshot Wounds In Palace Attack Case
The high-profile terrorism trial in Charge No. FHC/ASB/18C/2024 took a dramatic and gripping turn this week at the Federal High Court, Asaba, as explosive evidence and powerful witness testimonies continue to unfold against Mike Nwaukoni (aka “Supu”) and his alleged accomplices.
Standing trial alongside him are prominent figures including Barrister Francis Okolie, Secretary of the Ogwashi-Uku Development Association (ODA), and Mazi Elue Adigwe, the association’s Secretary-General, among others accused in connection with the violent October 12, 2023 attack on the Palace of the Obi of Ogwashi-Uku.
🔴 Doctor’s Testimony Leaves Court in Silence
In what court observers have described as one of the most chilling moments of the trial so far, Dr. Ezeike Ugochukwu Godwin took the witness stand and delivered a clinical yet deeply emotional account of the injuries sustained by a vigilante operative assigned to protect the Palace.
The doctor confirmed that the victim suffered multiple gunshot wounds, including injuries to the head and upper limbs, describing in precise medical terms the severity of the trauma.
According to his testimony, the victim was brought into the emergency unit in a state of intense pain and critical distress, alongside several others wounded during the attack.
Dr. Ezeike further told the court that the patient was referred from the Divisional Police Headquarters in Ogwashi-Uku, reinforcing the official chain of response following the violent incident.
🔴 Police Investigator Details Chaos and Destruction
A day earlier, on April 21, 2026, the court heard from Inspector Ijeoma Ovat, the initial Investigating Police Officer (IPO), who painted a harrowing picture of the aftermath of the attack.
She testified about the widespread chaos, multiple casualties, and destruction that followed the invasion of the Palace during the controversial Ineh Festival. Crucially, she tendered photographic evidence showing heavily damaged police and vigilante vehicles, corroborating claims of a coordinated and violent assault.
Sources within the prosecution confirm that the damage to the vehicles was extensive and consistent with armed aggression.
🔴 Witnesses Tie Defendants to Armed
AssaultEarlier testimonies in the trial have reportedly identified the defendants as active participants, alleging they were armed with guns and other dangerous weapons during the attack. Witnesses have also pointed to Mike Nwaukoni as a central figure who allegedly instigated and coordinated the operation.
🔴 Passport Request Sparks Legal Firestorm
In a fresh development that has further intensified proceedings, lead prosecutors in the case including CSP Samuel Mallum Esq and A.I Aminu Esq from the Police Legal Directorate in Abuja have strongly opposed an application by Nwaukoni’s legal team seeking the temporary release of his international passport for overseas travel.
According to sources, the prosecution argued that granting such a request poses a serious flight risk, warning that the defendant could attempt to evade justice, seek asylum, or acquire foreign citizenship.
The prosecution also suggested that the move may be a deliberate tactic to delay the trial, particularly as significant portions of the case have already been established.
The matter has been adjourned for further consideration, with hearings expected to resume in late May, continuing into early June 2026.
🔴 Calm Returns to Ogwashi-Uku Amid Trial
Meanwhile, community sources in Ogwashi-Uku report a notable return of peace and stability since the commencement of the trial. Residents have expressed hope that the judicial process will be seen through to a swift and just conclusion, bringing lasting closure to one of the most serious security incidents in the Kingdom’s recent history.
Dramatic Testimony Rocks Nwaukoni Terrorism Trial In Asaba — Doctor Confirms Gunshot Wounds In Palace Attack Case
Troops Intercept Suspected Terrorist Logistics Supplier, Seize PMS in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested a suspected ISWAP/JAS logistics supplier and intercepted a large quantity of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) concealed in a tricycle in Borno State.
Security sources said the suspect was apprehended at about 9:10 a.m. on April 21 by troops of 159 Battalion at a checkpoint within Sector 2 Area of Responsibility.
The suspect was reportedly conveying PMS concealed in 15 sacks, disguised with bags of sachet water in an attempt to evade detection.
Preliminary investigations indicated that the consignment was being transported to Kanama town and neighbouring communities around Dikwa and Bultuwa, areas believed to be within terrorist influence.
Items recovered from the suspect include a mobile phone and the sum of ₦34,950.
The sources said the suspect and recovered exhibits are in military custody for further investigation and necessary action.
They added that the interception forms part of ongoing operations aimed at disrupting terrorist logistics networks and denying them access to critical supplies across the North-East theatre.
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