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Prioritise security of Nigerians, ECWA tells FG

1 month ago | thenationonlineng.net | Kolade Adeyemi |Alao Abiodun

The President of the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA), Rev. Dr. Job Ayuba Bagat, has called on the federal government to prioritise the security of all Nigerians, bring perpetrators to justice, and find lasting solutions to gunmen attacks. Rev. Dr. Bagat made the call alongside the Secretary General of ECWA, Rev. Dr. Ayuba Asheshe, in a communique issued at the end of the 72nd annual church council meeting GCC held at ECWA headquarters, Jos, yesterday.
NEC defers discussion on state police

1 month ago | thenationonlineng.net | Bolaji Ogundele |Eric Ikhilae |Vincent Ikuomola Abuja |Kolade Adeyemi

Governors okay tech-driven security approachProponents of State Police as solution to upsurge in insecurity were disappointed yesterday by the National Economic Council (NEC). The foremost economic advisory council chaired by the Vice President with governors as members, listed the issue but did not discuss it. “State police was part of our agenda today (yesterday), but unfortunately, because of time demands… the presentations took a long time.
Troops hit terrorists in Borno, Plateau, Kaduna, others

1 month ago | thenationonlineng.net | Musa Bologi |Gbenga Omokhunu |Kolade Adeyemi |Alao Abiodun

Terrorists suffered a heavy blow from military onslaught in the past week with many of them killed, the Defence Headquarters said yesterday. Many parts of the North have been reeling from an upsurge in terrorist activities. Insurgents had attacked four military formations in Borno State and dislodged troops, with many civilians and security agents killed. There have also been attacks on Plateau communities, with many killed and property destroyed.
Governors pay condolence visit to Plateau over killings

1 month ago | thenationonlineng.net | Eric Ikhilae |Kolade Adeyemi |Alao Abiodun

Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) yesterday called for support for the Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang in his efforts to address the security challenges. No fewer than 100 people were killed in multiple attacks on communities within one week. NGF’s Chairman and Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, made the call during a visit to Plateau State in company with some governors. In a statement by the NGF secretariat, Abdulrazaq sympathised with the people over the killings.
Tinubu asks Plateau to confront ethno-religious crisis behind killings

1 month ago | thenationonlineng.net | Kolade Adeyemi |Bolaji Ogundele |Sanni Onogu |Alao Abiodun

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu yesterday urged Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, to take decisive steps in addressing the root causes of the persistent communal violence plaguing the state. The President’s call came amid fresh reports of deadly clashes in several Plateau communities. For over one and a half hours from midnight Sunday, militias killed 51 people in Irigwe, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, leaving more than 10 severely injured.
Fed Govt to deploy more troops in troubled Plateau communities, says COAS

2 months ago | thenationonlineng.net | Kolade Adeyemi |Sanni Onogu |Ekaete Bassey

Minister donates relief materials to victims of Bokkos killings North’s senators condemn attacksChief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt.-Gen Olufemi Oluyede yesterday spoke of plan by the Federal government to deploy more troops in troubled Plateau communities. The move is to curb incessant attacks in the areas, the Army chief said. Lt.-Gen.
Obasanjo influential at home, recognised globally, says Tinubu

Mar 5, 2025 | thenationonlineng.net | Bolaji Ogundele |Kolade Adeyemi |Ernest Nwokolo |Adekunle Jimoh |Alao Abiodun

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu yesterday described former President Olusegun Obasanjo as an “extraordinary leader and statesman” whose contributions to Nigeria’s development remain profound. In a birthday tribute he penned to celebrate Obasanjo’s 88th birthday, President Tinubu highlighted the former leader’s pivotal role in shaping Nigeria’s history over the past six decades. “Providence has constantly thrust General Obasanjo to the forefront at critical junctures in Nigeria’s story.
Tinubu, ACF, others pay tribute as Jerry Useni dies at 82

Jan 24, 2025 | thenationonlineng.net | Bolaji Ogundele |Gbenga Omokhunu |Sanni Onogu |Kolade Adeyemi

President Bola Tinubu, Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike, former Senate President David Mark and the Arewa Consultative Forum led the line of prominent individuals and groups who paid glowing tributes to the departed former FCT minister, Lt-Gen. Jeremiah Useni. Useni died on Thursday at the age of 82 after a prolonged battle with ill health.
Plateau farmers granted $250,000 community revolving fund for food production

Jan 17, 2025 | thenationonlineng.net | Kolade Adeyemi

Launches 10 tractors for ten farming communitiesThe World Bank has disbursed the sum of $250,000 (about N5b) to ten groups of farmers as empowerment in Plateau State as a community revolving fund aimed at sustainable agricultural activities in promotion of food security in the state.
Plateau varsity secures NUC approval for new academic programmes

Jan 15, 2025 | thenationonlineng.net | Kolade Adeyemi

Plateau State University (PLASU) has secured approval from regulatory authorities to launch six new academic programmes, marking a significant milestone in the university’s effort to expand its academic offerings. The new programmes include degrees in Medical Sciences (MBBS), Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharm D.), Statistics (B.Sc.) and Religious Studies (B.A); as well as the endorsement of professional bodies for its programmes in Law and Nursing Sciences.