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19/12/2023

Abia Comets Football Club of Umuahia has appointed Tony Ogharanduku as the new Technical Director/ Technical Adviser of the club.

The appointment followed the dismal performances recorded by Abia Comets in the ongoing Nigeria National League, NNL, season, which has seen them occupying the bottom position of the Southern Conference Group A table.

With the appointment of Ogharanduku as the Technical Director /Technical Adviser of the club, the position of Kevin Ejeh, who has only won one out of five matches as the head coach, is now hanging in the balance.

The chairman of the club, Boniface Alozie Uche, while introducing the new Technical Director /Technical Adviser, said Ogharanduku is the right man to take Abia Comets to the next level.

Uche tipped Ogharanduku to turn the fortunes of the club around, judging from his experience in the game.

Abia Comets Football Club of Umuahia has appointed Tony Ogharanduku as the new Technical Director/ Technical Adviser of the club.

19/12/2023

Youcef Atal, the talented defender, has taken a stance to defend himself after facing criticism for sharing an anti-Semitic post on social media during the October international break.

Appearing in court on Monday, the Algerian international explained why he shared a video from Palestinian preacher Mahmoud al-Hasanat on the Isreal-Hamas crisis.

Atal said he believed it to be a message of peace for people suffering in war.

In his opening statement, Atal expressed regret for not watching the video to the end and clarified his intention.

Youcef Atal, the talented defender, has taken a stance to defend himself after facing criticism for sharing an anti-Semitic post on social media during the

19/12/2023

Borussia Dortmund has officially announced that forward Karim Adeyemi will face an extended period on the sidelines due to an injury. Adeyemi sustained a partial tear of the syndesmosis ligament in Dortmund’s recent Champions League encounter against Paris Saint-Germain. Remarkably, despite the injury setback, Adeyemi demonstrated resilience by playing through and managing to net a goal for Dortmund in that match.

However, he eventually had to leave the pitch due to the pain. As a result, he missed the team’s last fixture against Augsburg and will also be unavailable for their upcoming matches.

Borussia Dortmund has officially announced that forward Karim Adeyemi will face an extended period on the sidelines due to an injury. Adeyemi sustained a

19/12/2023

Nollywood star Nancy Isime marked her 32nd birthday by celebrating with kids for the 11th straight year, making a generous donation. Gistreel featured her Instagram photos on December 19, showcasing the celebration.

She declared that her 32nd chapter is called my Era of Supernatural Abundance.

Nancy Isime inaugurated a library and presented various items to Lisa Academy as part of her birthday celebration. She dedicated the day to engaging with students, sharing images and videos on social media.
Reflecting on her annual tradition since turning 21, she expressed joy in celebrating her birthday with some of the world’s most fortunate children.
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19/12/2023

Kim Oprah, a former participant in Big Brother Naija ‘All Stars,’ has disclosed the reason behind her decision not to purchase items in Nigeria.

The reality TV personality expressed gratitude on the microblogging platform X, thanking God for exposure and disclosing that she refrains from purchasing personal items in Nigeria.

Kim Oprah observed that she recently realized that the majority of items sold in Nigeria are counterfeit.

She added that since she cares so much about her health, she purchases her products whenever she travels.

She said she buys them in bulk so it can sufficient until she travels again.

Kim Oprah, a former participant in Big Brother Naija 'All Stars,' has disclosed the reason behind her decision not to purchase items in Nigeria.

19/12/2023

Rosy Meurer has reacted after the infamous blogger Gistlovers revealed the identity of her husband, Olakunle Churchill’s alleged_Side Chic

Gistlovers recently posted on Instagram, sharing a photo of Lisa Yaro, alleged to be posing a threat to the marriage of Rosy Meurer and Churchill. The post also accused Churchill of violently assaulting Rosy Meurer when she intervened in the situation. This led to her storming out of the house in anger while pregnant, but she reportedly returned after receiving appeals.



Gistlover wrote;

“Hello tueh tueh, There is a saying that goes this, WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND, Meet Lisa Yaro, the fine black beauty disturbing rosy Meurer marriage with Olakunle Churchill, remember when I broke the gist that she moved out of the house wey Eniola wule Bantu gondey help them do damage control, she truly moved out of the house but the family had to intervene because she don carry belle then.”

Rosy Meurer has reacted after the infamous blogger Gistlovers revealed the identity of her husband, Olakunle Churchill’s alleged_Side Chic

19/12/2023

Kaduna Fire Service Reports 33 Fire Outbreaks and One Fatality

The Kaduna State Fire Service has reported 33 fire outbreaks and one fatality in November throughout the state.
Mr. Paul Aboi, the Director of the Service, revealed this information in an interview with journalists in Kaduna.

Additionally, the Fire Service successfully rescued four individuals, although four others sustained injuries during these incidents.

“The Service saved property worth about N963 million from destruction while property worth N406 million was destroyed within the period under review,’’ he said.

He attributed the 33 fire outbreaks in November to carelessness and improper use of electrical appliances. He urged residents to adopt preventive measures to avoid fire disasters.

Aboi further disclosed that the Fire Service is actively working to minimize fire outbreaks. The initiatives include a comprehensive plan for fire prevention inspection and the renewal of fire safety certificates for business premises across the state.

Mr. Paul Aboi, the Director of the Service, revealed this information in an interview with journalists in Kaduna.

19/12/2023

Grammy-nominated singer Seun Kuti has said his musical success isn’t tied to being the son of late Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Kuti.

He said he and his elder brother, Femi Kuti, and nephew, Made Kuti, have had successful music careers because of their “deliberate efforts” and “dedication”.

The controversial singer said Fela’s father, Reverend Israel Ransome-Kuti, was also a musician but people never credited his musical achievements to his father.

Speaking in a recent interview with actress Iyabo Ojo, Kuti said, “It is not because of our dad that we are successful in music. My brother, Femi Kuti is 60. I am 40. My nephew, Made Kute is behind us now too, and he is in his 20s. And he is actually the best of all of us. That’s what it means; it continues to progress because we are really dedicated to it.

Grammy-nominated singer Seun Kuti has said his musical success isn’t tied to being the son of late Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Kuti.

19/12/2023

Reps to Investigate Tundun Biri Bombing, Compensate Victims

The House of Representatives has decided to launch an investigation into the accidental bombing of innocent unarmed civilians in Tundun Biri, a village in Kaduna State.
The resolution followed a motion of urgent public importance presented by Umar Ajilo during Tuesday’s plenary.

Ajilo expressed concern about the recurring incidents of civilian bombings by the military, suggesting a failure of intelligence.

The House aims to probe the circumstances surrounding the accidental bombing and has directed compensation for the victims of the incident.

“This particular incident and many similar incidents in the past which have been widely tagged as ‘operational mistakes’ by the military have exposed the level of intelligence failure in Military operations.

“This House must rise to the occasion to ensure that this marks the end of the series of mistakes that more often than not go uninvestigated and the victims uncompensated,” he said.

The House of Representatives has taken several actions in response to the accidental bombing incident in Tundun Biri, Kaduna State. The following resolutions were made:

1. The Committee on Army has been mandated to investigate the incident to assess the damage and ensure adequate compensation for the victims and survivors.

2. The Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs is urged to provide necessary relief materials to the families of the victims and survivors to alleviate their suffering.

3. A committee will be constituted to pay a condolence visit to the families of the victims and survivors.

In solemn acknowledgment of the tragedy, the lawmakers observed a minute of silence for the victims.

The House of Representatives has taken several actions in response to the accidental bombing incident in Tundun Biri, Kaduna State. The following resolutions

19/12/2023

Renowned Nollywood star Tonto Dikeh has voiced her solidarity with fellow actress Iyabo Ojo in her legal battle against the N500 million lawsuit filed by singer Naira Marley. According to FIMAAWORLD, Naira Marley, through his lawyer Olalekan Ojo, issued a legal letter last Thursday, alleging that Iyabo Ojo had spread false and defamatory content about him on social media.

The singer is seeking redress in the form of a public apology and a sum of N500 million from Iyabo Ojo.

Responding to the suit, Iyabo filed a N1 billion counterclaim.
https://fimaaworld.com/we-end-it-together-tonto-dikeh-joins-iyabo-ojo-in-fight-against-naira-marley/

19/12/2023

A businessman, Nasiru Yunusa has told an Upper Area Court in Kubwa, FCT, that he will only grant his wife, Aisha Hamisu a divorce if she pays him N1 million.

Yunusa and Hamisu got married according to Islamic laws sometime in 2021 and are blessed with a 13-month-old daughter.

Earlier, Hamisu approached the court seeking the dissolution of her marriage with Yunusa, on grounds of lack of care and respect.

She said that Yunusa packed her belongings from his house to her father’s house on April 19, 2022.

Yunusa, however, said he wanted Hamisu to return to his house but would grant her a divorce if she agreed to compensate him.

A businessman, Nasiru Yunusa has told an Upper Area Court in Kubwa, FCT, that he will only grant his wife, Aisha Hamisu a divorce if she pays him N1 million.

19/12/2023

Unknown gunmen suspected to be armed bandits in the early hours of Tuesday attacked Tursa village in Rabbah Local Government area of Sokoto State, killing at least one person and kidnapping six persons from the village.

Confirming the development to newsmen on Tuesday morning in Sokoto, the State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Ahmed Rufai, said the incident happened at midnight on Tuesday.

Rufai said, “The gunmen entered the village and set ablaze a room and burnt down the one person inside.

Unknown gunmen suspected to be armed bandits in the early hours of Tuesday attacked Tursa village in Rabbah Local Government area of Sokoto State, killing at

19/12/2023

Transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Chelsea is not negotiating with Serie A champions Napoli for Victor Osimhen.

Osimhen is expected to sign a new contract with Napoli which will include a release clause of around €130m.

Chelsea are widely expected to still make a move for the Nigerian striker.

The Blues are looking to sign an experienced target man and have the 24-year-old on their radar.

Transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Chelsea is not negotiating with Serie A champions Napoli for Victor Osimhen.

19/12/2023

Rivers United head coach, Stanley Eguma insisted his team is in a buoyant mood ahead of their CAF Confederation Cup matchday four encounter against Club Africain of Tunisia.

The Pride of Rivers will be up against Said Saibi’s men at the Stade de Rades on Wednesday night.

Rivers United defeated the Tunisians 1-0 on matchday three with captain Nyima Nwagua scoring the decisive goal.

Eguma hinted that his players are fired up for tomorrow’s encounter.

“The spirit in camp now is high. The team is in a winning mood. I think that the spirit of winning is also high. It will play a huge role in the game with Club Africain in Tunis,” Eguma said ahead of the game.

Rivers United head coach, Stanley Eguma insisted his team is in a buoyant mood ahead of their CAF Confederation Cup matchday four encounter against Club

19/12/2023

Plateau United head coach Mbwas Mangut has encouraged his players to maintain their impressive scoring form.

The Peace Boys have netted 10 goals in the last three games in the Nigeria Premier Football League.

The Jos club thrashed Bayelsa United 5-1 last weekend.

Mangut said his players have their confidence back after a poor start to the season.

“I know in football once in a while you can have a goal drought and we have passed through that,” he told Plateau United media.

Plateau United head coach Mbwas Mangut has encouraged his players to maintain their impressive scoring form.

19/12/2023

Nollywood star Mercy Aigbe is overjoyed as her fellow actress, Iyabo Ojo, pleasantly surprised her by generously supporting her latest movie with a substantial financial contribution.

Despite recent negative publicity, Iyabo Ojo’s significant endorsement and monetary support for Mercy Aigbe’s new film, “Ada Omo Daddy,” came as a delightful shock.

Nollywood star Mercy Aigbe is overjoyed as her fellow actress, Iyabo Ojo, pleasantly surprised her by generously supporting her latest movie with a

19/12/2023

Renowned chef Hilda Baci has presented a brand-new car, the latest iPhone 14 Plus, and a cash prize of 1 million naira to the top three performers in her cooking class.

In a few viral recordings via web-based entertainment, the superstar culinary specialist is found in every video during the honor show with her understudies.

This comes several weeks after the celebrity chef organized a cooking class with a fixed registration fee.

The class aimed to teach young Nigerians how to prepare unique dishes and culminated in an award ceremony for the top three individuals.

Renowned chef Hilda Baci has presented a brand-new car, the latest iPhone 14 Plus, and a cash prize of 1 million naira to the top three performers in her

19/12/2023

Civil Society Group Criticizes Governor Uzodinma for High Office Spending

Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodinma, faces criticism from civil society organization Policy Alert for allegedly prioritizing his office over key social sectors in the state’s budget implementation during the third quarter of 2023.
Policy Alert, through its Programme Officer, Fiscal Reforms and Anti-Corruption, Faith Paulinus, expressed concern over the imbalance, citing the Third Quarter Budget Performance Report for 2023 (July-September).

The group highlighted that while all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies in the state received a total capital release of N7.37bn, the Office of the Governor alone incurred expenditures totaling N11.84bn, representing a 60.6 percent excess over the combined allocation to other sectors during the same period.

The organization, focused on promoting fiscal and ecological justice in the Niger Delta, criticized the disproportionately high priority given to the Office of the Governor.

It pointed out that, based on trend analysis, the office received a total release of N31.5bn in the first three quarters of 2023 (January-September), reaching 95 percent of its N33.1bn budget for the entire fiscal year.

“If the spending trend continues in the last quarter, there is a strong likelihood that the State Government may engage in extra-budgetary expenses for the office of the Governor.”

While noting that there is nothing wrong in making expenditures to the Office of the Governor if there was a budget for the expenses, the organization said what is worrisome is the total neglect of social sectors which had zero capital release during the quarter.

“It is unthinkable that no capital expenditure was made for the social sector during the quarter. This is the sector that warehouses Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Education, Health, Youth and Social Development, and Women’s Affairs and Vulnerable Groups. In addition, there was also no capital release for Agriculture and food security”.

In response to the budgetary disparities observed in the third quarter of 2023, Policy Alert has called on the Imo State government to redirect its focus towards the social sector in the final quarter of the year.

The organization emphasized the need for increased attention, pointing out that the Social Services Sector received a mere capital release of N4.17bn for the first three quarters, constituting only 14 percent of the N29.74bn allocated for the entire year. This, according to the organization, indicates a significant deprivation of social services for the citizens.

Additionally, Policy Alert highlighted the contrast in spending patterns, noting that recurrent expenditure during the quarter amounted to N18.76bn, while capital spending was only N7.37bn.

Policy Alert, through its Programme Officer, Fiscal Reforms and Anti-Corruption, Faith Paulinus, expressed concern over the imbalance, citing the Third

19/12/2023

Anambra State police apprehended a couple for trafficking a one-month-old baby into the state from Lagos. The arrested couple admitted to purchasing the child for N30,000.

Their apprehension occurred at Bridgehead Onitsha while traveling from Lagos to Anambra, following a tip-off from a fellow passenger.

According to a press release from the State Police Command spokesperson, DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, the interception took place at Bridgehead in Onitsha on December 17, 2023.

“The couple were travelling in a Luxury bus belonging to a popular transport company with the baby when a co-passenger observed that the mother could not breastfeed the baby despite its cry for food in the course of the journey.

Anambra State police apprehended a couple for trafficking a one-month-old baby into the state from Lagos. The arrested couple admitted to purchasing the child

19/12/2023

Anambra State police apprehended a couple for trafficking a one-month-old baby into the state from Lagos. The arrested couple admitted to purchasing the child for N30,000.

Their apprehension occurred at Bridgehead Onitsha while traveling from Lagos to Anambra, following a tip-off from a fellow passenger.

According to a press release from the State Police Command spokesperson, DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, the interception took place at Bridgehead in Onitsha on December 17, 2023.

“The couple were travelling in a Luxury bus belonging to a popular transport company with the baby when a co-passenger observed that the mother could not breastfeed the baby despite its cry for food in the course of the journey.

Nigerian singer, Adewale Mayowa Emmanuel, popularly known as Mayorkun, has vowed never to perform in Calabar, the Cross River State capital again.

19/12/2023

Nigerian singer, Adewale Mayowa Emmanuel, popularly known as Mayorkun, has vowed never to perform in Calabar, the Cross River State capital again.

He announced this via his X (formerly Twitter) page on Tuesday morning, saying he wishes other artists coming into the city to perform “good luck.”

He wrote, “Calabar, You’ll probably never ever see me again, good luck to the other artists coming for your festivals tho.”

The singer, who performed at an event in Calabar recently, was said to have been robbed while there, according to fans who reacted to his post via the comment section.

Nigerian singer, Adewale Mayowa Emmanuel, popularly known as Mayorkun, has vowed never to perform in Calabar, the Cross River State capital again.

19/12/2023

Bandits in Taraba Collect Beer as Harvest Levy from Farmers

In the Ardo-Kola local government area of Taraba State, bandits have reportedly adopted an unusual approach by collecting beer as levies from farmers before permitting them to harvest their crops.
According to Daily Trust, a senior civil servant in Jalingo revealed that he was compelled to purchase beer amounting to over N200,000 before gaining permission to harvest his Benniseed farm.

The bandits allegedly impose levies ranging from N20,000 to N100,000 based on the size of the farm.

“ I paid with beer worth N200,000 before getting access to my farm,” he said.

Bandits Extend Beer Levy to Multiple Farming Communities in Taraba

The imposition of beer levies by bandits reportedly extends to various farming communities in the Ardo-Kola local government area of Taraba State.

The affected communities include Baka, Kasakuru, Majowere, Digun, Nyapori, Buzi, Dare, and Sakala, as detailed in the report.

According to a local resident, Mallam Dantala Bello, farmers have become accustomed to paying these levies to the bandits as a prerequisite for harvesting their crops.

“Some abandon their farms if they are levied too much and project that they can’t recover the amount after harvest,” he said.

Another source in the area said the bandits were working with informants to get information on people coming to harvest their farms in the area.

Bandits Extend Beer Levy to Multiple Farming Communities in Taraba

19/12/2023

He starred as Kang the Conqueror in the series Loki and the movie Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.

Marvel Studios has dropped actor Jonathan Majors after he was found guilty of assaulting his ex girlfriend by an American court.
Following a two-week trial, on December 18 2023, a Manhattan court jury found Majors guilty of of reckless assault in the third degree and also guilty of harassment of his ex girlfriend, Grace Jabbari. The presiding Judge, Judge Michael Gaffey set the sentencing date for Febuary 6 2024. Majors now faces up to a year in jail. He could also be sentenced to just probation.

Following a two-week trial, on December 18 2023, a Manhattan court jury found Majors guilty of of reckless assault in the third degree and also guilty of

19/12/2023

Anambra Lawmaker Laments Poverty’s Threat to National Security

Henry Mbachu, a member of the Anambra State House of Assembly representing Awka South 1 constituency, expressed concern about the widespread poverty in Nigeria.
Following a tour of markets in his constituency, Mbachu emphasized that the escalating poverty levels pose a threat to the nation’s security, stability, and unity.

He called for a more sustainable approach to address the increasing rate of poverty in the country.

“My engagements have been focused more on the people, especially the poor who live below the poverty line. The level of poverty and inequality in Nigeria today threatens national security, stability and unity.

“Well-to-do individuals should be done with ‘dorime’ and 21 years old liquor. The cost of one bottle of exotic drink can end excruciating poverty in many families. This is the time to change approach,” he implored.

He emphasized the need to create additional job opportunities for the underprivileged. He highlighted that implementing economic and institutional reforms for increased efficiency could contribute to income elevation.

Furthermore, Mbachu called on young individuals to actively participate in the government’s anti-corruption initiatives. He encouraged them to emerge as crucial partners in monitoring projects, fostering development, and contributing to the growth of their local communities.

Following a tour of markets in his constituency, Mbachu emphasized that the escalating poverty levels pose a threat to the nation's security, stability, and

19/12/2023

Egbin Power Plant Shutdown Causes Partial Nigeria Blackout.

Electricity blackouts have occurred in certain regions of Nigeria after the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) initiated the shutdown of the Egbin Power Station for maintenance.

In an official statement on its official X page on Monday, the TCN explained that the shutdown is necessary to address a leaking gas pipeline.

The temporary closure of the Egbin Power Station will result in a 676MW reduction in bulk power supplied to the national grid for a period of 72 hours.

“This is to notify the public that as of 11:13 hours on 18 December 2023, the Egbin Power generating station was shut down to allow the Nigeria Gas Company (NGC) to maintain a linking gas pipeline supplying gas.

“The station will be shut down three days from today(Monday).

“This means a reduction of 676MW of bulk power generated into the nation’s grid for three days and consequently the quantum of bulk power available to be delivered to distribution companies’ load centres”, the TCN statement reads.

Egbin Power Plant is Nigeria’s largest thermal generating station in Lagos, with an installed capacity of 1,320 MW to the country’s National grid.

Electricity blackouts have occurred in certain regions of Nigeria after the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) initiated the shutdown of the Egbin Power

19/12/2023

The Kaduna State Police Command has rescued a kidnapped victim after six months in captivity.

The state Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Mansir Hassan, said this when he spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Kaduna.

‘’On Monday at about 1600hours, our anticrime patrol mission on Madachi-Galadimawa area in Zaria Local Government Area had an encounter with some people suspected kidnappers.

“The operatives chased them and they took to their heels as a result of that we rescued a kidnapped victim in their den.

‘’He was rushed to the Muslim Specialist Hospital, Zaria for medical attention,’’ Hassan said.

‘’On Monday at about 1600hours, our anticrime patrol mission on Madachi-Galadimawa area in Zaria Local Government Area had an encounter with some people

19/12/2023

CDS: Strict Punishment for Military Drug Offenders Planned.

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has emphatically stated his commitment to implementing punitive measures against any military personnel found engaging in illicit drug abuse and trafficking.

Gen. Musa reiterated this assurance during his visit to the Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (rtd), in Abuja.

Expressing commendation for the NDLEA’s significant achievements in combating drug abuse and trafficking, the CDS emphasized that these efforts have brought about a positive transformation in Nigeria’s international image.

Furthermore, Gen. Musa affirmed the unwavering support of the armed forces for the NDLEA in its renewed campaign against substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking.

“On our part, we will not shield anybody found guilty of drugs. We have made a number of arrests in Northeast, our checkpoints and all; we pick them up and prosecute them.

“Anyone found guilty of drugs must pay for it. We also try to do rehabilitation, and that is one aspect I will recommend to be taken seriously because some people unknowingly get into drugs because of peer pressure.

“Drug abuse must be tackled holistically because that is very important, but if we allow it to take over the country, we will all suffer for it.

“To convey to our troops that we are together and working as a team, if there are issues especially with the members of the armed forces, please don’t hesitate and let us know.

“We will take adequate action. We don’t want drugs in our system,’’ he said.

The CDS highlighted that the impactful efforts of the NDLEA have prompted the military to incorporate drug tests as a mandatory component for both training and promotion within the armed forces.

Emphasizing the tangible connection between drug abuse and national security concerns, Gen. Musa acknowledged that effectively addressing substance abuse could significantly mitigate the existing security challenges.

In response to a suggestion from the NDLEA Chairman, Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa, the CDS committed to considering the establishment of a central rehabilitation center specifically for the military.

“Drug use has slipped into so many places, and for members of the Armed Forces, we’re not excluded.

“Now we have introduced as part of our recruitment processes and for our people to go for courses, they must take a drug test.

“This will ensure that personnel of the Armed Forces are doing the right thing and are in the right frame of mind; we’ll continue to do that and continue to intensify our efforts,’’ he said.

In response, the NDLEA Chairman, expressed commendation for the unwavering loyalty, sacrifices, and hard work of the Nigerian Armed Forces, particularly under the leadership of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), in safeguarding the nation.

Furthermore, Marwa extended appreciation to the military for their valuable support to the NDLEA, emphasizing the collaborative efforts in terms of logistics and training.

Highlighting the crucial nature of the partnership between the military and the NDLEA, the Chairman emphasized that substance abuse lies at the core of crimes and criminal activities in the country.

“The criminal elements rely on drugs to carry out their criminalities, and that is why we have been very ferocious in our offensive action against them to cut access and availability of these illicit drugs,’’ he said.

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has emphatically stated his commitment to implementing punitive measures against any military