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Defeat Insurgents to Justify Your Appointment, NYCN Tasks New Service Chiefs
The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has urged the newly appointed service chiefs to reciprocate the confidence the President has on them by building on the efforts made by their predecessors in the fight against insurgency, banditry and other violent crimes going on in the country.
A statement signed by the President of NYCN, Solomon Adodo also commended President Muhammadu Buhari for yielding to the popular call for the replacement of the service chiefs which is expected will bring fresh impetus in the security architecture.
The umbrella youth body charged the appointees to be loyal and dedicated in the discharge of their responsibilities.
Recall that President Muhammadu Buhari yesterday approved the appointment of Major-General Leo Irabor as Chief of Defence Staff; Major-General I. Attahiru, Chief of Army Staff; Rear Admiral A.Z Gambo, Chief of Naval Staff; and Air-Vice Marshal I.O Amao, Chief of Air Staff following the resignation of the previous service chiefs.
“The outgoing service chiefs have no doubt done their best in the fight against insurgency, banditry and other crimes. However, leadership is a continuum and as such it is only proper that others be given an opportunity to bring new ideas that will further boost the efforts of ridding the nation from the hold of insurgents and bandits.
“This has been the view of many security experts and several other public affairs commentators. Hence, we commend President Muhammadu Buhari for taking the bold step to appoint fresh hands to rejig the security architecture particularly at a time criminals appear to be emboldened in their nefarious activities.
“We herein also sue for cooperation from the rank and file of the military and all Nigerians to rally round the newly appointed service chiefs to deliver on the huge task of salvaging the country from the shackles of violent criminals. We have no doubt that our military possess the right credentials to contend and protect the territorial integrity of the nation and its people and the newly appointed service chiefs are fit to lead in this regard”, the statement noted.
The NYCN used the medium to congratulate the outgoing service chiefs for their efforts in their service to the nation and wished them well in their retirement.
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has reported its seventh partial grid collapse in 2024. Despite the recurring issue, TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, reassured the public that efforts to restore power are well underway, with about 90% of substations receiving bulk power.
Mbah noted that the Azura Power Station initiated the grid recovery, although a minor setback occurred. However, power supply has been restored to the Abuja region and other key distribution centers. The Ibom Gas Generating Station remained unaffected, continuing to supply power to the South-South region.
An investigation into the cause of the collapse will commence once full grid restoration is achieved.
Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic tanker explosion in Jigawa State, which claimed over 100 lives. In a statement issued by his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima, on behalf of President Bola Tinubu, extended condolences to the affected families, praying for strength and comfort in their time of grief.
Shettima assured the public that the federal government is mobilizing resources to support the injured and assist those affected. He has directed the immediate deployment of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to provide aid. The Vice President also stressed the need for a review of fuel transportation safety protocols to prevent future incidents.
In a separate statement, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu offered her condolences to Jigawa Governor Umar Namadi and the people of Jigawa, praying for peace and comfort for the families affected. She called the incident “unfortunate” and extended prayers for the recovery of the injured and the repose of the souls lost in the tragedy.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has revealed that it intercepted a total of 10,598 pieces of arms and 114,929 rounds of ammunition valued at N9.58 billion over the past six years. Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, made this disclosure during a press conference on enforcement activities in Zone A.
Adeniyi highlighted that 60% of these seizures occurred in 2023, reflecting the Customs’ increased efforts to curb arms smuggling. He also mentioned that recent operations such as Operation Whirlwind and Operation Swift Sting are part of a strategic response to tackle evolving smuggling tactics.
In addition to arms seizures, the Customs CG announced the largest pangolin scale seizure since 2020, with 9,493 kg of scales confiscated in collaboration with the Wildlife Justice Commission. The joint operation led to four arrests across Kano, Kaduna, and Lagos. The NCS continues to intensify efforts against wildlife trafficking, targeting supply routes in northern Nigeria and border areas.
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