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A string of recent successful operations by Nigeria’s security forces has been attributed to better inter-agency coordination under the guidance of the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, and enhanced intelligence gathering across the country. In Niger and Kwara States, residents expressed relief and celebration following the reported arrest of a wanted terrorist commander, Mahmuda, near the country’s border with the Benin Republic. The operation was allegedly carried out by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), marking a significant breakthrough in the ongoing efforts to dismantle terrorist networks operating along Nigeria’s northwestern corridor. The arrest…

…Urges the company to uphold global standards in quality, ethics, and sustainability The Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, MON, has described the establishment of the DICON-D7G partnership as a timely and strategic move that aligns with the Federal Government’s efforts to bolster national security, address emerging threats, and achieve self-reliance in defence manufacturing. He made this known today at the commissioning ceremony of the DICON-D7G Headquarters located in Asokoro, Abuja. Speaking as the Special Guest of Honour, the Minister noted that the joint venture between the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) and…

Nigeria’s electricity regulator is about to get a jolt of fresh energy. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Abdullahi Garba Ramat, 39, to lead the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) in an acting capacity, pending Senate confirmation. It is an unusually young face for one of the country’s most technically complex and politically charged jobs—and that is precisely the point. For decades, NERC has presided over a sector plagued by under-investment, chronic outages, tariff disputes and creaking infrastructure. The task before Mr Ramat is daunting: to regulate an industry where the gap between installed capacity and actual delivery yawns…

Abuja, Nigeria — Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has identified innovation as the engine of the country’s economic transformation, calling it “the bedrock of productivity” during his keynote address at the NSIA Prize for Innovation (NPI) Demo Day 3.0 held over the weekend. Speaking to an audience of entrepreneurs, investors, and government officials, Edun underscored the importance of harnessing Nigeria’s demographic advantage—where over 65% of the population is under the age of 30—through scalable, homegrown solutions. “Nigeria’s shift from potential to prosperity must be rooted in ideas, driven by our youth,…

An online poll conducted recently on Instagram has revealed a strong public preference for Dr. Bello Matawalle, the former Governor of Zamfara State and current Minister, to return as the state’s helmsman in the 2027 gubernatorial elections. The poll, hosted by the popular Instagram account @arewatrending_ just four days ago, indicates a significant digital momentum in favor of Matawalle. The poll, which posed the question “Who is the best choice for Governor of Zamfara in 2027?”, saw overwhelming support for Dr. Bello Matawalle (APC), who secured a commanding 95% of the total votes. His opponent, Dr. Dauda Lawal Dare…

In a bold move to strengthen Nigeria’s defence capabilities and drive homegrown technological advancement, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) have renewed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on indigenous research, development, and innovation. The renewed agreement was signed on 25 July 2025, during a working visit by the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, to the NASENI Headquarters in Abuja. He was received by the Agency’s Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu. Speaking during the signing ceremony, Air Marshal…

Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, MON, led the country’s delegation to the 17th International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF 2025), held in Istanbul, Turkey. The visit marked a significant step in advancing Nigeria’s defence modernization efforts, fostering international cooperation, and exploring cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the future of global defence. With participation from 120 countries and over 400 defence firms representing 44 nations, IDEF 2025 served as a strategic platform for showcasing emerging military technologies and strengthening ties with key global players in the defence industry. The Minister’s engagements at the fair reflected Nigeria’s…

The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has reiterated the Federal Government’s resolve to strengthen local government institutions as a critical foundation for inclusive economic growth and long-term national productivity. Speaking at a high-level policy dialogue convened by AGORA Policy with support from the MacArthur Foundation, Mr. Edun emphasized that empowering grassroots governance is not merely a political ideal but a central component of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s strategy for poverty reduction and economic inclusion. Underscoring the administration’s commitment, the Minister highlighted the government’s recent implementation of the Supreme Court ruling…

The North-South Progressive Alliance (NOSPA), has stated that the appointment of Nigeria’s ambassadors is a prerogative of the President and will be made at the appropriate time, when the resources and manpower are available and aligned with the vision and strategy of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The group stated this in response to the statement by Nigeria’s coalition party, the African Democratic Congress (ADC), which asked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to appoint ambassadors immediately, claiming that junior diplomats could not represent Nigeria. The group, in its statement signed by its Convener, Alwan Hassan, berated the ADC for offering…

Nigeria and Türkiye have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening military cooperation and defense industry collaboration during a high-level meeting held on the sidelines of the 17th International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF) 2025, currently underway in Istanbul. On Wednesday, July 24, 2025, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, MON, met with Türkiye’s Minister of National Defence, Yaşar Güler, to discuss strategic areas of partnership aimed at advancing Nigeria’s defense modernization agenda. The bilateral talks focused on a broad range of defense and security priorities, including enhanced military cooperation, defense technology transfer, and procurement of cutting-edge…