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By George Ozalla The Police Service Commission (PSC) has ended a 4-day induction programme for its Board Members in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State. The programme, which began with a pre-induction dinner on Sunday and included presentations and discussions on Tuesday and Wednesday, aimed to enhance the effectiveness of the Commission. DIG Taiwo Lakanu, Honourable […]

By George Ozalla The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intensified efforts to combat cross-border crimes in Katsina State through enhanced intelligence sharing and inter-agency collaboration. Comptroller Abba-Aji Idriss, Customs Area Controller of Katsina Command, emphasized the need for strengthened synergy among security agencies to address complex security challenges along Nigeria’s northern frontier. He described inter-agency […]

By George Ozalla The Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has appealed to the Police Service Commission (PSC) to adopt policies that reposition the police as protectors, not predators, and as community partners, not isolated enforcers. Akpabio, who was represented by Deputy Senate President Dr. Barau Jibrin, CFR, reiterated the need for the police force to […]

By George Ozalla Ikot Ekpene, Akwa-Ibom State – The serene city of Ikot Ekpene is set to host a three-day induction programme for Board members of the Police Service Commission, starting today, April 25th, 2025. The programme, designed to prepare the Board Members for the challenges of their new office, has drawn eminent Nigerians to […]

By Newscount President Tinubu’s administration has expanded the National Social Register to 19.7 million people, covering both urban slums and rural poor communities. This represents a growth from the 13 million inherited by the current administration. The Social Register features National Identification Numbers (NINs), verified phone numbers, and geotagged homes to enhance transparency. Under the […]

By George Ozalla The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has reiterated its dedication to promoting a rights-based approach to addressing HIV in Nigeria, emphasizing the need to end stigma and discrimination. Dr. Tony Ojukwu, Secretary of the NHRC, made this declaration at a stakeholders’ meeting in Lagos, highlighting the importance of protecting the rights of […]

By George Ozalla The Police Service Commission (PSC) is hosting a 3-day induction program for its newly appointed Board Members in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, from April 28th to April 30th, 2025. The event, scheduled to take place at the Four Points by Sheraton Ikot Ekpene, aims to engage critical stakeholders on strategies for […]

By George Ozalla The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, has clarified the task of the Presidential Committee on Population and Housing Census, saying it is an ad hoc technical body established to identify funding sources for the upcoming enumeration of Nigerians. The committee, chaired by Bagudu, includes key stakeholders from various […]

By Newscount Lieutenant Colonel Onyechi Appolonia Anele has assumed command as the pioneer female Director of Army Public Relations (D APR) in acting capacity, marking a significant milestone in the Nigerian Army’s efforts to promote diversity and gender inclusion. The ceremony was held on April 22, 2025, at the Army Headquarters in Abuja. During the […]

By George Ozalla As the world bids farewell to Pope Francis, Prof Joy Ezeilo, a renowned advocate for human rights, pays tribute to the late Pontiff’s remarkable legacy. According to Prof Ezeilo, Pope Francis was a tireless advocate for the voiceless, vulnerable, victimized, and impoverished, leaving an indelible mark on Christendom and beyond. Prof Ezeilo […]