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REUNION: FGC Old Boys’ Alumni Association Set to Stage 50th Anniversary Congress in Maiduguri
REUNION: FGC Old Boys’ Alumni Association Set to Stage 50th Anniversary Congress in Maiduguri
By: Babagana Bukar Wakil and OKO Isah
The Federal Government College (FGC) Maiduguri Old Students Association popularly known as Alumni has disclosed plans to celebrate her 50th anniversary starting from the 18th to 21st of this month.
The anniversary which is scheduled to take place at the premises Federal Government College Maiduguri will have in attendance of diginitsirs who have passed through the school about fifty years ago.
The members of the alumni association comprises of governors, ministers and old students from within and outside the country to celebrate achievements in the unity school, discuss areas that needs Improvement, celebrate major landmarks in the state and offer opportunity for reunion while showcasing the foundation upon which the county’s unity was built
The President of the Alumni association, Suleiman Muhammed, who disclosed this during a telephone interview with newsmen said that the anniversary will serve as a message to the world that Maiduguri is back as a center of education.
Suleiman recounted some projects which the association have executed in Federal Government College, Maiduguri through the state and individuals, part of which includes donation of vocational equipment by one its member, facilitation of e-libary, Ongoing Installation of Solar electricity in the dining hall, music equipment and construction of sport complex with modern sporting equipments.
On his part, a former minister of Information, Mr Frank Nweke who is also an alumnus of the school expressed optism on the success of the anniversary celebration and also noted that it will be a platform to showcase great people that the school has trained over time.
The former minister said that highlights of the event will include commissioning of projects, interaction with the children and many others.
REUNION: FGC Old Boys’ Alumni Association Set to Stage 50th Anniversary Congress in Maiduguri
Troops arrest suspected cattle rustler in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have arrested a suspected cattle rustler in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources said the suspect was apprehended at about 4:20 p.m. on April 15, 2026, at Anule community.
According to the sources, troops of Sector 1 OPWS deployed in the area arrested the suspect during ongoing security operations.
The suspect is currently in custody, while further investigation is underway to determine possible links to cattle rustling activities in the area.
Troops arrest suspected cattle rustler in Benue
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover motorcycle in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have arrested a suspected terrorist during an operation in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 5:19 p.m. on April 15, 2026, following intelligence on the presence of a suspected criminal hiding in Tse Atu community.
According to the sources, troops of Sector 1 OPWS deployed at Anguhah and Umbagbo swiftly responded and conducted a targeted operation in the area.
During the operation, one suspect was apprehended, while a motorcycle believed to be linked to the suspect was also recovered.
The suspect and the recovered item are currently in custody, while further investigation is ongoing to ascertain the suspect’s involvement in criminal activities.
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover motorcycle in Benue
Army distributes fertilisers to farmers in Benue to boost security, livelihoods
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army has distributed fertilisers to farmers across various Local Government Areas of Benue State as part of its corporate social responsibility initiative aimed at enhancing food security and strengthening civil-military relations.
The event, held on April 15, 2026, was conducted by the Commander, Sector 1, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Brig.-Gen. K.O. Bukoye, under the Army Headquarters Corporate Responsibility Project.
The initiative, themed “Using Agricultural Support to Improve Farming for Sustained Security,” is designed to support local farmers while promoting stability within the Joint Operations Area.
Security sources said the programme brought together community leaders, farmers, and other key stakeholders, alongside representatives of the OPWS Commander.
They noted that the intervention is part of ongoing efforts to foster cooperation between security forces and local communities, while addressing underlying factors contributing to insecurity.
Army distributes fertilisers to farmers in Benue to boost security, livelihoods
Troops arrest suspected cattle rustler in Benue
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover motorcycle in Benue
Army distributes fertilisers to farmers in Benue to boost security, livelihoods
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