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NAF not recruiting – Spokesperson

NAF not recruiting – Spokesperson

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By Sumaila Ogbaje

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has dismissed a NAF recruitment advert being circulated on social media platforms as fake and an attempt to defraud applicants.

A statement by the Director, Public Relations and Information, NAF, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, on Monday in Abuja said “NAF is not recruiting”, and warned applicants not to fall prey to fraudsters.

Gabkwet said the advertisement did not emanate from the NAF, and reminded Nigerians that the service recently graduated recruits of Basic Military Training Course 43/2022, on July 8.

According to him, members of the public would be adequately informed whenever NAF is recruiting.

“The public is please once again reminded that recruitment and selection process into the NAF is free and without any form of gratification. Anyone who pays money under any guise does so at his or her own risk.

“Furthermore, NAF recruitment process is devoid of recruitment agents, hence anyone who claims to be operating in such capacity on behalf of the NAF is a fraudster.

“The NAF wishes to advise prospective applicants to promptly report anyone who solicit for payments to the nearest NAF Unit or the Nigeria Police Force,” he said. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Maharazu Ahmed

Training key to optimal performance, professionalism – TRADOC commander

Training key to optimal performance, professionalism – TRADOC commander

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By Sumaila Ogbaje

The Commander, Training and Doctrine Command of the Nigerian Army (TRADOC), Maj.-Gen. Kelvin Aligbe, has called for constant training of  officers and soldiers to ensure optimum performance and professionalism.

Aligbe made the call at the closing of the 2023 Combined Mid-Year Courses Appraisal Curriculum Harmonisation  Workshop, Research and  Development Conference, held in Minna.

This is contained in a statement by the Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations for TRADOC, Lt.-Col. Uba Sani, on Saturday.

He said the event was aimed at building capacity for optimum performance and professionalism in the Nigerian army, in tandem with international best practices.

Aligbe said the conference created an enabling environment for interaction and brainstorming on new ideas that would promote the core mandate of the Army.

He urged the participants to take lessons learnt to their various schools to aid the Nigerian army in its operations.

The commander commended the facilitators, moderators and discussants for bringing their expertise to bear during the event.

He thanked the Chief of Army Staff, Maj.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja for approving logistics for the smooth conduct of the event. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Maharazu Ahmed

Education, skill are fundamental to personal, societal development – CDS

Education, skill are fundamental to personal, societal development – CDS

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By Sumaila Ogbaje

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Maj.-Gen. Christopher Musa, says education and skill acquisitions are fundamental pillars for personal and societal development.

Musa said this at the graduation of participants of the Defence and Police Officers Wives Association (DEPOWA) Skill Acquisition Programme on Saturday in Abuja.

He said the skill acquisition programme highlighted the importance of developing and nurturing the skills of the defence and police officers wives.

The CDS said the skills that had been acquired would undoubtedly play a pivotal role in their personal growth, self-reliance and empowerment.

According to him, by investing in their own abilities, the defence and police officers wives are taking a proactive step towards securing a brighter future for themselves and their families.

“I firmly believe that education and skill acquisitions are fundamental pillars for personal and societal development.

“When we empower the women in our communities, we empower the entire nation.

“The skills that have been acquired through DEPOWA’s programs will not only enhance the individual lives of our wives but also contribute to the overall progress of our nation.

“These skills will equip them to engage in productive activities, pursue gainful employment, and contribute meaningfully to the economy,” he said.

Musa commended the President of DEPOWA, Mrs Oghogho Musa, for her vision, passion, and tireless efforts as well as dedication to uplifting the lives of DEPOWA members.

He also commended the management of the DEPOWA Skills Acquisition Centre for their unwavering commitment to providing the necessary resources and creating a conducive learning environment for the participants.

“The skill acquisition programmes organised by DEPOWA also play a crucial role in assisting the wives of deceased officers to cope and sustain their livelihoods.

“By equipping them with valuable skills, we are empowering them to overcome the challenges they face and ensure a secure future for themselves and their children.

“It is our duty as a society to support these brave women and provide them with the tools they need to rebuild their lives.

“I want to emphasise that the achievements we are celebrating today are not just certificates or qualifications. They represent resilience, determination, and the relentless pursuit of personal growth.

“The skills acquired by the members of DEPOWA signify their unwavering commitment to self-improvement and their determination to create a better future for themselves and their families,” he added.

In her remarks, the DEPOWA president, Mrs Musa, said that 20 barrack youths had successfully undergone two weeks intensive vocational training programme at the centre.

She said the  skills acquisition programmes and other humanitarian and social intervention programmes being initiated by DEPOWA were geared towards aligning with the non-kinetics campaigns of the Armed Forces of Nigeria.

According to her, kinetic and non-kinetic campaigns are part and parcel of military strategies used to win the war against terrorism, banditry and other forms of criminalities bedeviling the country.

She urged the beneficiaries to ensure that they put to practice the skills that they had acquired to become self-reliant, industrious and above all employers of labour.

“I must add that the starter kits that will be issued to you today is to encourage you to start your trade to support your academic endeavours.

“I look forward to seeing and knowing that you are all doing well in the areas of entrepreneurship.

“To be honest with you, there are very limited jobs in today’s labour market, nations are embracing skills acquisition and vocational training to complement government efforts in providing jobs for the teeming unemployed,” she said.

Mrs Musa said the graduation coincided with her birthday and thanked God for preserving and sustaining her and members of her family thus far.

The Immediate past President of DEPOWA, Mrs Vickie Irabor, commended her successor for sustaining the legacy of empowering the less privileged and supporting the society.

Irabor urged Mrs Musa to keep the flag of DEPOWA flying by continuing to touch lives,  empower the needy and supporting their husbands to succeed in their tasks of defending the nation.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the beneficiaries were engaged in two weeks of intensive training in barbing, make-up, gele and production of various types of liquid soap, cosmetics, germicides and other household products. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Oluyinka Fadare

NAF to receive 51 additional platforms to boost counter-terrorism operations – CAS

NAF to receive 51 additional platforms to boost counter-terrorism operations – CAS

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Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), AVM Hassan Abubakar, addressing officers and men of NAF during his maiden operational tour of units to Makurdi, Benue.

 

By Sumaila Ogbaje

Chief of the Air Staff, AVM Hasan Abubakar, says the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is expecting 51 additional platforms to boost counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism operations in the country.

Abubakar made this known while addressing officers and men during his maiden operational tour of NAF units in Makurdi, Benue.

This is contained in a statement by the Director of Public Relations and Information, NAF, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet in a statement on Friday in Abuja.

The CAS said the acquisition of additional platforms would bolster training, air power employment and projection.

He said that the platforms being expected include two Agusta 109 Trekker Multi-role helicopters, two Beechcraft King Air 360, three Diamond DA-62 surveillance aircraft and six T-129 ATAK helicopters.

Other pending acquisitions, according to him, include two CASA -295 medium airlift/surveillance aircraft, 12 AH-1Z attack helicopters and 24 M-346 attack aircraft.

Abubakar said the acquisitions demonstrated the deep commitment of the Federal Government to equipping the air force for the safe conduct of training and agile airpower employment to meet the nation’s security challenges.

He assured that the NAF would continue to enhance cooperation and  joint action as part of a whole-of-nation approach to quickly resolving the security challenges bedeviling the country.

“While the NAF augments its airpower measures and approaches, it will also continue to promote seamless interoperability of equipment and joint force employment by the various services,” he said.

The air chief enjoined the personnel to cooperate with other services and security agencies to meet the high expectations of Nigerians on the Armed Forces to restore peace and security and ensure a safe and prosperous nation.

He acknowledged that the successes so far recorded were largely due to the renewed cooperation and joint efforts between the services and other security agencies, saying it must be enhanced and sustained.

The CAS assured the personnel of his commitment to proactively address maintenance and logistics support for all NAF fleet to ensure that it surpasses the current average serviceability of over 78 per cent.

On training, Abubakar promised that overseas and local training would henceforth be deliberate and targeted at addressing deficiencies in needed skills and capabilities.

He assured that selection for such courses would be purely merit-based to ensure that only the most qualified were selected to give the NAF value for money.

On welfare, he promised to tackle the problems of poor electricity and water supply as well as dilapidated accommodation and road infrastructure in all NAF Bases, to ensure that personnel and their families live comfortably.

He also pledged prompt payment of all entitlements, adding that he would look into the issue of uniforms and other accoutrements.

The CAS urged all NAF personnel to remain disciplined, diligent and responsible in their conduct in and out of uniform. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Saidu Adamu/Maharazu Ahmed

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EFCC‘ll keep fierce battle against corruption, financial crime – Ag. Chairman

EFCC‘ll keep fierce battle against corruption, financial crime – Ag. Chairman

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By Isaac Aregbesola

The Acting Chairman of EFCC, Mr Abdulkarim Chukkol, says the commission will continue to put up a fierce battle against corruption and all forms of economic and financial crimes in the country.

Chukkol said this on Friday at the passing-out ceremony for 318 Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) Detective Superintendent Course 9 cadets held at the EFCC Academy in Karu, Abuja.

He said that the anti-graft agency was not only championing the fight against corruption and all forms of economic and financial crimes, but also consolidating its efforts in battling these unwholesome acts.

“The EFCC as you know is championing the fight against these unwholesome acts being perpetrated by unscrupulous persons, whose aim is gaining illicit wealth at the expense of the safety and security of the generality of the public and the image of our dear nation.

“Trends in economic and financial crimes keep evolving and the EFCC must continue to put up a fierce battle against them by prevention through sensitisation and enforcement to serve as deterrence.

“The EFCC presently is re-organising and re-strategising as a way of self-appraisal and re-positioning.

“Let me reiterate that the commission has zero tolerance for corruption, indiscipline and unprofessional conduct,” he warned.

The EFCC cadets and dignitaries with the Acting Chairman of EFCC, Mr Abdulkarim Chukkol at the passing out of the 318 Detective Superintendent Course 9 cadets held at the EFCC Academy in Karu, Abuja on Friday.

Chukkol said that the passing out of the cadets and joining the ranks of the commission was coming at a time when the agency was consolidating the efforts of several years of battling corruption and all forms of economic and financial crimes.

He, therefore, warned them against any act of corruption, disloyalty, or disobedience to constituted authority, which he declared would earn them expulsion.

“Any act of corruption, disloyalty, disobedience to constituted authority, and insubordination will be decisively dealt with, and the defaulters shown the exit,” he warned.

The Secretary of the commission, Dr George Ekpungu, also cautioned the new cadets to be above board in their duty.

Ekpungu said that many had put in their best, sacrificed their energies, their lives, marriages and careers to ensure standards in the commission.

“And, as we are graduating you today to the cadet, we expect nothing less than that level of integrity, you must be above board.

“I said this to you because I am the Chairman of Appointments, Promotions and Disciplinary Committee (APDC), and when it comes to discipline; the directors are here they will not laugh with you.

“If you misbehave, if you compromise your office, we will send you back to your parents and that is why we are saying it to the hearing of your parents.

“So that even if it is within this period of internship you are found wanting below the standard that is expected of you, you will be sent back to your parents.

“So, you stay away from drugs, alcohol, corruption and keep your integrity intact,” he warned.

The Acting Chairman of EFCC, Mr Abdulkarim Chukkol, (3rd L) with other dignitaries at the passing out of 318 Detective Superintendent Course 9 cadets held at the EFCC Academy in Karu, Abuja.

He also advised the parents against mounting pressure on them to compromise the standards.

He noted that children would begin to faulter when parents began to mount pressure on them against the standard and ethics of the profession.

“But if you go and begin to send the village chiefs to call and influence your children, we will send them back to you,” he said.

Earlier, the Commandant of the EFCC Academy, Tayo Olowonihi, commended those who had contributed in one way or the other to ensure the successful training of the cadets.

He said that the 318 graduands were taken through basic law enforcement training in a period of 12 months, spanning between July 31, 2022, and July 21, 2023.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the graduands were trained in legal studies, operations, finance, general studies, forensic, field studies and ICT.

The graduation also featured awards in three different categories, including the Commandant Award, Best Max Rifles and Pistols Awards,  and the Merit Award.

The Best Graduating cadet is Oluwasola Ikotun, while the second is  Marry Babalola and the third is Abiodun Olalere.

Fawal Yusuf-Mohammed clinched the Best Riffles Award as Female Best Max Riffles Award went to Mary Atele.

Best Women Pistol Award went to Hauwa Mohammed and Best Man Pistol Award was clinched by Abdullahi Abubakar.

The Commandant Award, tagged “IT Creative Award of the Year”, went to two cadets who developed an App for the EFCC Academy:  Zakariyya Salim and Samuel Afa. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Muhammad Suleiman Tola

Tinubu seeks change in military tactics to confront unconventional forces

Tinubu seeks change in military tactics to confront unconventional forces

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By Ismail Abdulaziz
President Bola Tinubu on Friday in Kaduna, said Nigeria and the neighbouring countries in the Lake Chad region must display courage in reforming their military doctrine and practices.

The President noted that the change in tactics had become necessary because the countries in the region were battling a “mobile and elusive irregular force” that disregarded established rules of warfare.

Tinubu was speaking at the graduation ceremony of Senior Course 45 of the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji, in Kaduna state.

The President pointed out that the adversaries facing countries in the sub-region were not conventional armies engaging in traditional battlefield warfare.

The Nigerian leader, who encouraged African countries to work together against common threats, acknowledged the multinational efforts of Nigeria, Cameroon, the Niger Republic, and Chad to bring peace to the Lake Chad region.

He reinforced his message that the collaboration should serve as a commendable example to be emulated and improved on wherever necessary.

”We must also be brave enough to reform military doctrine and practice. We do not face a conventional army on the traditional field of battle. No, we contend against mobile, elusive irregular forces that disdain the normal rules of warfare.

”We must adjust accordingly to subdue the menace. This shall require a change in mindset, in strategy, in tactics in equipment and in gear.

The President also used the occasion to spell out his National Security Objective, saying it would focus on ensuring security, justice, and democratic prosperity through state power.

While acknowledging the commitment of the immediate-past government in enhancing the combat readiness of the Nigerian Armed Forces, the President pledged to “pick up the pace,” by providing the necessary support to the military.

”As Commander-in-Chief, I have given myself the following charge: to deploy the entire machinery of state power to ensure security of our people and property in a just and democratic society.

”Under my predecessor, the Armed Forces worked tirelessly toward necessary reforms to enhance combat effectiveness and operational capability. We must now pick up the pace,” he said.

Tinubu described the role of the armed forces in combatting Africa’s greatest challenge of violence and exploitation as crucial, urging them to defend the continent from geopolitical changes and resource competition.

”We live in a moment of flux. Geopolitical change is afoot. Old alliances and assumptions are being tested as new ones are being shaped. Trade and global economic activity are fast, yet fragile and easily disrupted by war, weather or pandemic.

”Underlying it all is the often unspoken but urgent competition for precious resources. Water, food, gold, oil and other items have all been placed in contest. In too many instances, the contest turns violent.

”Areas that should blossom into economic prosperity and hope become factories of pillage and oppression. In Africa, this condition is perhaps our greatest challenge and harshest injustice.

”Your role combating this grave evil is crucial. For we call on you to defend not only our land and resources but our people and their democratic existence. Your training was sculpted to fit the imperatives of our times,” the President told the 291 graduating officers.

Commending the graduates from Nigeria’s Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, as well as students from Asia and sister Africa nations, the President underscored the importance of the College and its contributions to professionalism and defense of national interests.

Addressing the graduating students from Asia and Africa, the President said their presence in Nigeria was a testimony that national security is not only achieved through muscle and might but also in building friendships and alliances based on cooperation, justice, good governance and mutual respect.

”Notwithstanding the demands of your training, I hope you have enjoyed our customary Nigerian friendliness as well because Nigeria is one of the most hospitable countries you can find. We have opened our arms like friends and brothers to you.

”To the graduating students from Nigeria’s Ministries, Departments and Agencies, you have warranted the confidence of your respective organisations.

”The knowledge gained here will prove invaluable in our mission to harmonize all aspects of government policy and programmes toward the twin goals of national security and national prosperity,” he said.

The President also commended the College’s efforts in curricula improvement and facility upgrade, encouraging the graduates to stand brave and unwavering in their constitutional responsibilities as defenders of the nation.

”I leave you with a charge much like the one I gave myself.  Your nation has invested much in your training. Much faith has been placed upon your broad shoulders. Our collective safety rests in your hands.

”Your graduation today is a call to greater duty for the nation you love. May you stand brave and unwavering in the discharge of your constitutional responsibilities.

”May you always do honour to the sterling name of the Armed Forces Command and Staff College,” the President urged the graduands.

At the ceremony, many of the participants who distinguished themselves were awarded various prizes.

Squadron Leader S.S Yikawe got both the Chief of Defence Staff Award (Department of Joint Studies) and Chief of Air Staff Award (Department of Air Warfare) prize.

Major A.A Bako was awarded for Chief of Army Staff Award (Department of Land Warfare) while Surg Lt. Cdr. K.O Nwagwu got the prize for Chief of Naval Staff Award (Department of Maritime Warfare).

Dr K.O Adams got the prize for the Commandant’s Award for Best Non-military Student, while Major PJ Nartey from Ghana won the Commandant’s Award for Best International Student.

Present at the colourful occasion were Kaduna State Governor, Sen. Uba Sani, National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Dr Ibrahim Kana, all the Service Chiefs and members of the Diplomatic Corps. (NAN)( www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Chioma Ugboma

Troops knock out several terrorists, bandits in ground, air operations – DHQ

Troops knock out several terrorists, bandits in ground, air operations – DHQ

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By Sumaila Ogbaje

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), says Nigerian troops in various operations, eliminated several terrorists and bandits across the various theatres of operation in North East, North Central and  North West.

The Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, said this while briefing newsmen on the operations of the Armed Forces of Nigeria on Thursday in Abuja.

Buba said the operational successes were achieved in the last two weeks in various land and air operations.

In the North East, he said troops of Operation Hadin Kai neutralised some terrorists, arrested high-profile terrorist collaborators in Mafa, Kukawa and Konduga Local Government Areas (LGSs) of Borno.

According to him, active terrorists and fighters also surrendered to troops owing to sustained onslaught against them, although they claimed that they had lost interest in the terrorist ideology.

He said that the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai conducted several air operations against terrorist enclaves and their logistics bases and degraded them.

According to him, the air component conducted air reconnaissance and intelligence at terrorist’ hideouts in Hyawa in Borno, with bombs.

“After, action review revealed that many of the terrorists were neutralised and their structures destroyed.

“In the course of operations, troops recovered seven AK 47 rifles, two FN rifles, one 36 hand grenade, 100 rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammo, two mobile phones, food stuff, condiment, one cart and the sum of N2.1 million.

“Troops equally neutralised six terrorists and arrested eight suspected terrorist collaborators as well as rescued 10 kidnapped civilians during these operations,” he said.

In North Central, Buba said the troops of Operation Safe Haven raided criminal hideouts and recovered weapons in Mangu and Jos South Local Government Areas of Plateau State.

He said the troops of Operation Whirl Stroke had in separate operations raided kidnappers’ hideouts at Duduguru village in Obi Local Government of Nasarawa State and Chinkai Forest in Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba and rescued kidnapped victims.

He added that the troops neutralised nine bandits, arrested 10 suspects and rescued nine kidnapped victims as well as recovered arms.

In North West, the defense spokesman said the troops of Operation Hadarin Daji raided bandit hideouts in five separate operations around villages, towns and mountains at Batsari, Tangaza and Maru Local Government Areas of Katsina, Sokoto and Zamfara States during the period.

He said the operations led to the killing of scores of terrorists, arrest of six terrorists who are Nigeriens and five others in different locations.

According to him, the air component conducted several air operations to degrade terrorist groups and their logistics bases, pursuant to denying them freedom of action.

He said the troops of Operation Whirl Punch, had during the period ambushed and neutralised several terrorists in Igabi Local Government Area. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Vincent Obi

Military destroys rogue oil vessels in line with extant law – DHQ

Military destroys rogue oil vessels in line with extant law – DHQ

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By Sumaila Ogbaje

The Defence Headquarters says the destruction of rogue vessels used to steal crude oil in the Niger Delta is in line with the extant laws guiding the military operations.

The Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, said this while addressing newsmen on the operations of the Armed Forces of Nigeria on Thursday in Abuja.

Buba, while explaining the rationale behind the destruction of such vessels, said the military was carrying out its operations in line with laid down operational procedures.

He said the military would continue to perform its responsibilities in accordance with the law, adding that the decision to destroy any facility, vehicle, boat and vessels used in stealing crude oil was lawful.

According to him, troops of Operation Delta Safe and Operators of Tantita Surveillance contractors intercepted a vessel loaded with suspected stolen crude oil and arrested 12 suspects (a Ghanian and 11 Nigerians) on July 7.

“The vessel was arrested between the boundaries of Delta and Ondo State. The vessel, MT TURA II reportedly owned by Holab Maritime Services Limited, has a tank capacity of 800,000 litres.

The vessel was previously named ALI RITA BEY and a close inspection on the vessel revealed that only two compartments were partially filled with about 150 metric tonnes which is approximately 178,000 litres.

“This quantity is less than a quarter of the vessel. The vessel, upon arrest, was moved to Oporoza in Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State.

“The voyage of the vessel revealed that it originated from Lagos and was heading to Republic of Cameroon as its destination.

“The vessel captain admitted to having been engaged in same illegal activities for over four years.

“On July 11, the vessel was destroyed in accordance with extant operating procedure that stipulates instant destruction of any vehicle, vessel or equipment linked with crude oil theft,” he said.

Buba said the troops also discovered and destroyed 23 illegal refining sites, 15 wooden boats, 34 storage tanks, 96 ovens and 16 dugout pits in the last two weeks.

He added that troops equally recovered 367,200 litres of crude oil, 27,150 litres of Automotive Gas Oil, 220 assorted rounds of ammunitions, six calibers of weapons, three vehicles and 10 motorcycles. Troops also arrested 25 suspected economic saboteurs.

According to him, the Air Component conducted several air interdictions to degrade and restrict the activities of oil theft at Samkri and Elem Kalabari.

“In the course of operations, troops recovered 367,200 litres of crude oil, 27,150 litres of Automotive Gas Oil and 550 assorted rounds of ammunition.

Others discovered included 12 calibers of weapons, seven empty magazines, 17 cutlasses, three vehicles, 19 motorcycles and one dagger while 60 suspected criminals were apprehended within the period.

“it is noteworthy to state that an estimated N202.7 million was denied the oil thieves during the period in focus,” he said.

In the South East, Buba said the troops neutralised and apprehended gunmen of Eastern Security Network in a raid on their hideouts in Ohaozara, Aninri, Calabar South and Ikwo Local Government Areas of Ebonyi, Enugu and Cross River States.

In South West, he said the troops of Operation AWATSE, had during the period, intercepted a lorry with two occupants conveying concealed ammunition cartridges that originated from Mali and were to be delivered to Onitsha.

According to him, troops  intercepted a truck with 720 cartons of Red Star Cartridge of 12 caliber containing 25 cartridges each and 250 packets of live cartridge of black pellets containing 10 cartridges each. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Idris Abdulrahman

Experts task businesses on cyber security investment

Experts task businesses on cyber security investment

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By Rukayat Moisemhe

 

A cybersecurity leader, Ms Confidence Staveley, says businesses must scale-up investments in cybersecurity to guard against cybercrime and other technological threats.

Staveley, also Founder, CyberSafe Foundation, said this at the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) Tech Event/ Graduation Ceremony on Thursday in Lagos.

She urged businesses to improve their cybersecurity posture.

The News Agency of Nigeria NAN reports that the NBCC event had as its theme: “Emerging Trends in Tech and its Impact on Nigerian Businesses: Cyber Security and Data Analytics.”

The tech expert noted that Artificial Intelligence (Al) was making it easier for criminals to create convincing targeted phishing emails leading to a lot more business compromise attacks.

She added that cybercriminals were unleashing problems using stolen credentials and causing havoc for Nigerian businesses by breaking into multiple accounts.

Staveley emphasised the need for businesses to have the right culture and empower employees to protect against cyber threats to implement essential cybersecurity controls.

“Businesses must have a cybersecurity strategy and budget in place and must ensure that their cybersecurity posture is independently validated.

“They must also know all their digital assets and which assets are most important to their business and incorporate best practices for cybersecurity into new product designs,” she said.

Staveley also urged individuals to be careful about phishing emails and malwares they log into, saying cybercriminals have found a way to hack human beings instead of systems.

“To this end, individuals and businesses must be trained to be immune to these threats and change their account passwords as much as you can to guide against account compromise.

“Do things like two steps authentication, data encryption, just do the barest minimum to prevent your information from hanging low for criminals to access.

“Also, hire a cybersecurity professional to analyse where you are now and where you ought to be and create a road-map to safeguard against cybercrime,” she said.

Ms Bisi Adeyemi, President, NBCC, noted that several emerging trends in technology had the potential to impact business, especially in the areas of cybersecurity and data analytics.

She listed some of these trends as AI, Machine Learning, 5G technology, Internet of Things, edge computing, blockchain, cybersecurity automation and orchestration, data privacy and compliance.

Adeyemi noted that these emerging trends could have profound impact on businesses, offering both opportunities and challenges.

“It is thus crucial for organisations to stay updated on these trends, invest in cybersecurity measures and adopt data analytics to remain competitive and secure, in an ever-changing technological landscape.

“It also gives me immense pleasure that we are today graduating 22 participants from the second cohort of the NBCC Tech Academy, after three months of intense learning.

“I congratulate all our graduands and wish you all the very best in your various endeavours,” she said.

Mr Abimbola Owoeye, Country Lead, Del Technologies, urged organisations to be aware that their business footprints were left to whatever platforms they subscribed to.

According to him, to be unaware meant exposure to risks.

Owoeye charged Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to leverage some AI tools to lower the costs of running a business.

“In doing this, you would need platforms that would consistently keep your data secure and you can subscribe to Enterprise Resources Planning software as better and cheaper entry for you,” he said.

Mr Steve Asemota, Chief Data Officer, FirstBank, stressed the need for SMEs to leverage data to know the profiles to target and how to price products in emerging markets.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Chinyere Joel-Nwokeoma

AIG Zone 2 warns police officers against extrajudicial killing

AIG Zone 2 warns police officers against extrajudicial killing

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By Moses Omorogieva

 

The Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone-2, Mr Ali Mohammed, has warned officers and men in the zone, comprising Lagos and Ogun states, against human rights abuses and extrajudicial killings.

Mohammed gave the warning during an interactive session with newsmen on Thursday in Lagos.

He also said that unnecessary abuse of powers would not be tolerated under his watch.

Mohammed said that the interaction with the media became necessary because they are partners in progress.

The AIG said that he was posted to Zone-2 to oversee the welfare of Lagos and Ogun residents, stressing that he would do more that mere supervision.

“I will do more than supervision which I have since started; for example, there will be patrols, especially at night, and supervision of officers and men, so as to ensure that Lagos and Ogun states are safe and calm.

“As you are all aware too, once Lagos is calm, Nigeria as a whole can be said to be calm.

“I will continue to do the best I can to ensure that officers and men key into the policing principles and policies of the new I-G, Kayode Egbetokun,” he said.

Mohammed said that the number of police checkpoints on the Lagos -Badagry Expressway would be looked into to avoid unnecessary road blocks.

He also promised to check the activities of hoodlums, operating on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, particularly on the Long Bridge, where construction is ongoing.

The AIG warned suspected cultists, land grabbers and other criminals causing crisis at different communities and highways to relocate or face the consequences. (NAN) www.nannews.ng

Edited by Idowu Ariwodola/Chinyere Joel-Nwokeoma

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