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Defence Minister Maj.-Gen. Bashir Magashi (retd.) has pleaded with the United States of America to fast-track the release of the Super Tucano Aircraft procured by the Federal Government to boost military operations.

Magashi spoke when the Secretary of US Air Force, Barbara Barrett, led a five-man delegation to the Ministry of Defence in Abuja on Wednesday.

Special Assistant to the Minister on Media and Publicity, Mohammad Abdulkadri, announced this in a statement.

The minister said the quick delivery of the aircraft would help the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to demystify the criminal elements in their various hideouts in the forests.

He also said the Nigeria Defence Space Administration would be equipped technologically through a partnership with the U.S Space Force to enhance its capabilities to fight insecurity in the country.

He said efficient and effective space management was germane to the successful operations of the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies in the effort to defeat insurgency, banditry and kidnapping.

Magashi said Nigeria would continue to strengthen military cooperation with the US in the areas of shared interests, such as training, exchange programmes and procurement of weapons, in the nation’s bid to overcome security challenges.

Barrett said Nigeria was a destination of choice in Africa for partnership in harnessing space assets through the instrumentality of science and technology in national defence.

She added that the already established military cooperation between Nigeria and US would be taken to the next level to promote peace and tranquility in the country.

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Unite against Israel to better humanity, Fani-Kayode task Christians, Muslims

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Unite against Israel to better humanity, Fani-Kayode task Christians, Muslims

Former Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode has called for Christians and Muslims to unite against Israel, drawing parallels between its actions and those of Nazi Germany.

FFK’s message, shared on various platforms, urged Catholics, Protestants, Shia, and Sunni Muslims to set aside their differences and jointly oppose what he termed as the “evil and demonic agenda” of Zionists and the state of Israel.

In his statement, FFK condemned Israel’s alleged history of carnage, ethnic cleansing, genocide, and mass murder, as well as its purported perpetuation of racism, apartheid, religious intolerance, and injustice. He questioned the legitimacy of Israel’s claim to be God’s chosen people, particularly in light of its perceived disregard for human life and suffering, including the targeting of women, children, and babies.

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By likening Israel’s actions to those of Nazi Germany, FFK sought to underscore the severity of the situation, accusing the state of accumulating “much blood on its hands” comparable to the atrocities of the past. He distinguished between the historical Israel of King David, which he portrayed as reverent toward God, and the contemporary Israel under leaders like Benjamin Netanyahu, whom he accused of espousing hatred and aligning with evil forces.

FFK’s statement reflects a broader sentiment of discontent and condemnation toward Israel’s policies, particularly within certain segments of the international community. As a vocal figure in Nigerian politics, his call for interfaith solidarity against Israel highlights the transnational nature of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its resonance across religious divides.
Unite Against Israel To Better Humanity,  Fani-Kayode Task Christians, Muslims

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BREAKING: Panic at Lagos airport after fire outbreak, flights diverted

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BREAKING: Panic at Lagos airport after fire outbreak, flights diverted

Following a fire at the facility, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has diverted flight operations from Terminal 1 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos to the D Wing.

The fire outbreak occured at the E54 Passenger Air Bridge at the domestic wing of the Airport.

The incident occurred at 5:29hrs on Thursday, according to a press release issued by Obiageli Orah, FAAN’s head of public affairs and consumer protection.

According to the statement, the fire, however, was brought under control by the Airport Rescue and Firefighting Services (ARFFS) at 06:41hrs while efforts to ventilate the smoke from the building were in progress.

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“At 05:29 hrs, smoke was detected billowing from the E54 Bridge, leading electrical engineers to immediately cut off power to the entire E Wing. The Airport Rescue and Firefighting Services (ARFFS) team was quick to respond, arriving at the scene by 05:30 hrs. Initial suspicions point to sparks from an electrical unit as the cause, but a thorough investigation is ongoing to ascertain the cause of the fire.

“The incident, which had escalated into a fire, was brought under control by 06:41 hrs. Efforts to ventilate the smoke from the building are in progress. In the meantime, all flight operations in Terminal 1 of MMA have been diverted to the D Wing. More details will follow shortly,” Orah stated.

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Why we withdrew appeal against Kogi court order on Yahaya Bello – EFCC

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Why we withdrew appeal against Kogi court order on Yahaya Bello – EFCC

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed a notice to withdraw an appeal against an order of a Kogi High Court restraining it from arresting the former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello.

The EFCC said the withdrawal notice dated April 22 was based on the fact that events had overtaken the appeal.

The commission also admitted that the appeal was filed within the time allowed by law.

“The appellant herein intends to and do hereby wholly withdraw her appeal against the respondent in the above-mentioned appeal,” the notice partly read.

“This notice of withdrawal is predicated on the fact that on the 17th of April 2024, the application filed by the appellant herein was overtaken by the decision of the same high court of Kogi State.

The EFCC is prosecuting Bello on 19 counts bordering on alleged money laundering, breach of trust, and misappropriation of funds to the tune of N80.2 billion. The matter is before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja.

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