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As part of efforts to curb air pollution and promote environmental sustainability, the Health Services and Environment Secretariat (FCT) is mobilising young people, especially students in secondary and tertiary institutions, to take the lead in protecting the environment for future generations.

The initiative, convened by Ms Daniella Olayinka, a young Rotaractor (Rotaract Club of Omole Golden, District 9111) and behavioural advocate, will involve visits to schools and campuses across the FCT to educate students on environmental protection and the upcoming ‘Breathe Clean Air Abuja’ project.

Declaring the youth-focused advocacy campaign open in Abuja on Monday, the Mandate Secretary, Dr Dolapo Fasawe, announced that the Secretariat is collaborating with Rotaract Clubs in the territory.

According to her, the select clubs, the Rotaract Clubs of Maitama, Apo and Wuse II, along with other stakeholders, were aimed at sensitising young people on the dangers of air pollution and the importance of adopting clean energy solutions, with members of these clubs expected to join the outreach efforts to further expand the campaign’s reach and impact among young people.

‘We recognise the critical role of young people as agents of change, especially on issues that affect our planet. That’s why we are partnering with the Education Secretariat and other stakeholders to ensure students are included in this important campaign,’ Fasawe stated.

The campaign will employ interactive and creative approaches to engage the youth, including competitions, debates, poem recitations, talent hunts, social media challenges, and the formation of environmental clubs. These activities aim to inspire environmental responsibility, promote behavioural change, and encourage innovation among students. Incentives and prizes will also be given to outstanding participants to further motivate their involvement.

The campaign will focus on raising awareness about the dangers of charcoal and firewood stoves, encouraging the switch to cleaner cooking methods using Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), and promoting habits that protect the environment from pollution and hazardous substances.

The Breathe Clean Air Abuja project, scheduled for launch on November 13, is a flagship public-private partnership initiative under the FCTA. It aims to replace traditional firewood stoves with gas stoves and reach over 5,000 households across the six area councils of the FCT, particularly in underserved communities.

Speaking on behalf of the youth, Ms Olayinka reaffirmed their readiness to support the Secretariat in spreading awareness and inspiring behavioural change. She highlighted key focus areas such as tree planting, carpooling, switching to LPG, avoiding open burning of refuse, and promoting the use of eco-friendly products.

The project’s theme, ‘Renewing Hope, One Household at a Time’, reflects FCTA’s commitment to building a healthier, cleaner, and more sustainable Abuja through youth-driven advocacy and community engagement.

The Deputy Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Hon. Philip Agbese, on Monday, expressed strong confidence in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ability to prudently manage Nigeria’s resources, describing him as a ‘meticulous economic planner’ whose leadership is gradually rebuilding the nation’s financial stability.

Speaking in an interview with Parliamentary Correspondents in Abuja, Hon. Agbese said recent approvals for external borrowing by the Federal Government should not cause concern among Nigerians, noting that under President Tinubu’s watch, every loan will be judiciously used for its intended purpose.

Agbese (APC- Benue State), spoke against the backdrop of the fresh loan requests the National Assembly recently approved for the President.

Both chambers of the National Assembly had on Wednesday approved President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s request to raise a total of $2.347 billion from the international capital market to part-finance the 2025 budget deficit and refinance maturing Eurobonds.

In the House of Representatives, the approval followed the consideration and adoption of a report presented by the chairman of the House Committee on Aids, Loans, and Debt Management, Hon. Abubakar Hassan Nalaraba (APC- Nasarawa) at plenary on Wednesday.

The Committee’s report indicated that the borrowing plan was split into two components: $1.23 billion to fund the 2025 budget deficit and $1.12 billion to refinance Nigeria’s Eurobond maturing in November 2025.

The Committee further observed that the Facility was to be sourced from the international capital market through Eurobond issuance, loan syndication, bridge financing, or direct borrowing from multilateral institutions.

The lawmakers also approved the issuance of Nigeria’s first-ever Sovereign Sukuk of up to $500 million in the international capital market, a landmark initiative designed to attract Islamic-compliant investors and diversify the country’s external borrowing instruments.

Meanwhile, some Nigerians have raised concerns over the rising public debts occasioned by frequent borrowings and the prudence in the utilisation of the approved loans.

He said: ‘We must understand that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is not just an ordinary politician; he is a tested economic strategist who has demonstrated exceptional prudence in resource management.

‘His record as Lagos State Governor remains a model of how strategic planning and fiscal discipline can transform a region into an economic powerhouse,’ he said.

According to the lawmaker, the President’s approach to national development is driven by a clear blueprint designed to strengthen critical sectors, stimulate job creation, and ensure sustainable economic growth.

‘Mr. President knows what he is doing. He doesn’t take decisions impulsively. Every borrowing plan under this administration is carefully thought out, with a clear framework for repayment and measurable developmental outcomes. Nigerians can trust his sense of judgment,’ he said.

The Benue-born legislator praised President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for restoring confidence in Nigeria’s economic direction, stressing that the ongoing reforms in the fiscal and monetary sectors are already yielding positive signals.

‘From stabilising the exchange rate to boosting investors’ confidence, we are beginning to see the results of a visionary leader who understands both local and international economics.

‘These are not accidental successes-they are the result of meticulous planning and consistent follow-through,’ he said.

Hon. Agbese also commended the National Assembly for maintaining a constructive partnership with the executive arm of government in ensuring that all loans are properly scrutinised and tied to tangible development projects.

‘As representatives of the people, we have a duty to ensure transparency and accountability,’ he explained. ‘But I can assure Nigerians that with President Tinubu at the helm, there’s no cause for fear. His track record of transforming Lagos into Africa’s fifth-largest economy speaks volumes about his capacity to deliver.’

He added that the President’s economic vision goes beyond immediate relief, emphasising long-term sustainability, industrial expansion, and infrastructural renewal as core priorities.

‘What President Tinubu is building is not just for today; it’s for the future. The Renewed Hope Agenda is about repositioning Nigeria to compete globally, reduce dependency on imports, and create jobs for millions of young Nigerians,’ he said.

The Deputy Spokesman called on citizens to remain patient and supportive, assuring them that the tough decisions being made today will secure a better tomorrow.

‘No doubt, President Tinubu will utilise every loan for the purpose it was intended. He is meticulous, visionary, and deeply committed to seeing Nigeria prosper. This is the kind of leadership our nation has long desired-and it’s one we must all rally behind,’ he said.

Nigeria is accelerating its drive to achieve an ambitious crude oil production target of 2.5 million barrels per day by 2026, supported by deep offshore developments, reactivation of dormant fields, and full implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA).

Recent data from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) shows that national output has risen from about 1.46 million barrels per day in October 2024 to nearly 1.8 million bpd by mid-2025, reflecting improved security in oil-producing regions, renewed investor confidence, and ongoing sectoral reforms.

Against this backdrop, stakeholders across the energy value chain will converge in Abuja for the NOG Energy Week Conference and Exhibition, scheduled for 5-9 July 2026 at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre. The 25th-anniversary edition will bring together global energy leaders, policymakers, financiers, innovators, and investors to deliberate on strategies that will unlock capacity, finance, and technology for Africa’s energy future.

For a quarter of a century, NOG Energy Week has served as the definitive platform for dialogue, partnerships, and dealmaking across oil, gas, LNG, power, renewables, and emerging technologies. Its legacy includes fostering local content, driving strategic alliances, catalysing multi-billion-dollar investments, and advancing the continent’s sustainable energy goals.

Commenting on the milestone, Wemimo Oyelana, Country Director – Nigeria and Portfolio Director – Energy, dmg Nigeria events, said: ‘The 2026 edition of NOG Energy Week is not just a celebration of our 25-year journey but a decisive moment to align leaders and chart the course for the next phase of Africa’s energy progress. NOG Energy Week is a dynamic space where ideas converge, investments are catalysed, and partnerships are born.’

The 2026 edition will feature an expanded programme, including the Strategic Conference, Technical Seminar, Nigerian Content Seminar, International Exhibition, Energy Awards, Energy Club, and Leadership Roundtables. Each platform will address key challenges and opportunities in the sector-from energy security and financing to decarbonisation, local content development, and industrialisation.

As the global energy industry balances the twin imperatives of growth and sustainability, NOG Energy Week 2026 aims to serve once again as the convening ground where commitments are made, policies are shaped, and partnerships are forged. The anniversary edition will celebrate the event’s legacy while reinforcing its position as a catalyst for Africa’s energy transformation.

NOG Energy Week is Africa’s premier platform dedicated to serving the global energy industry by driving bold dialogue, strategic partnerships, and dealmaking to advance markets and accelerate progress. Over five dynamic days, participants engage across the entire energy value chain-oil, gas, power, renewables, technology, and finance-to shape a secure, just, and sustainable energy future.

dmg events is a wholly owned subsidiary of Daily Mail and General Trust plc (DMGT), an international portfolio of media and events businesses with total revenues of about £1 billion. Headquartered in Dubai since 1989, dmg events operates in Canada, Egypt, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand, and the UK, attracting over 1 million attendees annually across 80+ events worldwide. Its platforms foster industry dialogue and innovation, providing strategic insight at the forefront of global change.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has extended the deadline given to Nigerian federal universities to conclude the admissions process for the 2025/2026 academic year.

The Board equally warned candidates against any attempt to change their programme within institutions outside the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS), describing as an unethical practice that would not be condoned.

Public Communication Advisor of JAMB, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, who announced this in a statement on Monday in Abuja, said the extension followed appeals by the Association of Vice Chancellors of Nigerian Universities (AVCNU) and the introduction of 229 new academic programmes by the National Universities Commission (NUC) on 29 October.

‘Admissions into those programmes are just being scheduled,’ JAMB said.

Earlier this year, stakeholders at the JAMB policy meeting, which featured the heads of all tertiary institutions in the country, had agreed to certain timelines for institutions to conclude admission processes.

At the meeting held on 18 July, federal universities were asked to conclude admissions deadlines by 31 October, and private universities were asked to conclude theirs by 30 November.

All other institutions, including polytechnics and colleges of education, must complete their admission process by 31 December.

The timeline was set following appeals by polytechnics and colleges of education, who said they only get candidates after the universities finish their admission processes.

As a result, federal universities are expected to have concluded their admissions.

However, JAMB said the new deadline for federal and state universities is now Monday, 17 November. The deadline for other institutions remains unchanged.

‘AVCNU has specially appealed for extension due to the disruption caused by a number of factors, including a court order directing that the status quo should remain on the 2025/26 admission list, which was only clearly lifted by the same court on 28 October,’ JAMB said.

‘While expressing appreciation to all institutions for their tireless efforts and cooperation in meeting the initial target date, the board wishes to emphasise that this new deadline is final and must be strictly adhered to.’

Meanwhile, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has said that its attention has been drawn to reports that some institutions are using their internal portals to persuade or pressure qualified candidates, particularly those ranked highly on the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS), to change from their preferred programmes to less-subscribed ones.

‘This unethical practice is designed to create room for the institutions’ preferred candidates to move up in the admission ranking order, a clear manipulation of the merit-based process established to ensure transparency and fairness.

‘The Board wishes to remind all candidates and institutions that all admission processes in Nigeria are conducted exclusively through CAPS, the platform created to ensure accountability, transparency, and equal opportunity in admission placements. Any change of programme or admission activity carried out outside the JAMB CAPS is unauthorized, unethical, and ultimately detrimental to the affected candidates,’ JAMB spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, stated in a statement.

He noted that for institutions to engage in such backdoor maneuvers clearly indicated an intent to deceive and shortchange candidates, and such acts will not be condoned by the Board.

Benjamin has strongly advised the candidates to disregard any invitation or request to change programmes made through institutional portals or unofficial channels.

‘Furthermore, the Board warns that any change of programme eventually effected on CAPS after a candidate has been influenced or persuaded by an institution through its own portal will be deemed voluntary on the part of the candidate. In such instances, JAMB will not be held responsible for the consequences of that decision.

‘Preliminary investigations have revealed that a university in the South-West and another in Abuja have been involved in this practice. The Board has initiated appropriate regulatory steps to address these unethical acts and to ensure that candidates’ interests are fully protected.

‘Candidates are therefore urged to remain vigilant and conduct all admission-related activities strictly through the JAMB CAPS portal. The Board reaffirms its unwavering commitment to ensuring that all qualified candidates are treated with fairness, equity, and transparency in the 2025 admission exercise and beyond,’ he stated.

Dr. Ola Adebogun, Proprietor/ Director, Caleb Group of Schools and Visitor to Caleb University, has welcomed President Bola Tinubu’s call for students to preserve analytical and critical thinking amid the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in education and society.

Adebogun described the President’s appeal as timely and necessary, stressing that technology should complement – not replace – human reasoning and intellectual development. He underscored that ignorance cannot substitute for learning and that students must remain committed to developing cognitive skills.

He said that the President’s counsel for students to remain intellectually engaged while embracing new technologies is a step in the right direction, stressing that we must harness AI’s power without surrendering our capacity for analysis, judgment and creativity.’

Adebogun also welcomed the Federal Government’s engagement with global and local technology partners, highlighting the announced partnership with Google and collaboration with Awarri Technologies. He noted that these initiatives, designed to develop AI software infrastructure tailored to Nigeria’s arts, culture, languages and societal needs, will help address gaps in existing global models.

‘These partnerships will build the critical AI infrastructure our local market requires and ensure our language, culture and social context are represented in technological design,’ he said. ‘Aligned with the administration’s agenda for economic diversification through industrialisation, digitalisation and innovation, these efforts will empower businesses, generate new opportunities and position Nigeria more strongly in the global digital economy.’

Adebogun, however, outlined several potential benefits of AI, such as accelerated learning and improved access to information for students and educators through personalised instruction and faster feedback; increased productivity across public and private sectors by automating routine tasks and freeing professionals to focus on higher-order work

According to him, the benefits also include new opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship via products and platforms that combine data, machine learning and human creativity and enhanced language and cultural preservation when AI systems are trained on locally relevant datasets and support for economic diversification by creating skilled jobs in software, data science and AI engineering and by attracting investment to the tech ecosystem.

Highlighting risks that require careful management, he noted that over-reliance on AI may erode critical thinking, analytical skills and independent problem-solving if technology becomes a substitute for human judgment; bias and representation gaps in AI models can amplify misinformation, cultural misinterpretation and social inequalities if local contexts are not prioritised and data privacy and security concerns must be addressed to protect citizens’ personal information and institutional integrity.

‘Job displacement in certain sectors will require deliberate re-skilling and social policy measures to ensure an inclusive transition for workers and robust ethical and regulatory frameworks are necessary to guide responsible AI deployment and to ensure accountability, transparency and fairness are also risks that require careful management’, he said

Adebogun, however, urged policymakers, educators and industry partners to adopt a balanced approach that pairs technological adoption with strong investments in education, ethics and local capacity-building.

‘We must pair innovation with instruction. Schools and universities should teach AI literacy alongside core disciplines to ensure learners can use these tools wisely while retaining analytical independence. Government and industry must also invest in ethical frameworks, data governance and workforce development to make AI a force for inclusive growth.’

He recommended practical measures, including curricular reform to incorporate critical thinking and AI literacy, targeted funding for local AI research and development, public-private partnerships that prioritise local content, and transparent regulatory policies that protect citizens while enabling innovation.

Ekiti State government has denied media reports of constructing a new governor’s and deputy governor’s lodge in Abuja, reportedly valued at N1.8 billion.

The Special Adviser to the governor on Information, Taiwo Olatunbosun, in a statement on Monday the report by an online news platform is false and misleading and should be ignored by the public.

He explained that the budgetary reference by the online report was not for a new construction but to complete the ongoing project, which was started by the former administration under Dr Kayode Fayemi.

The statement added that Governor Biodun Oyebanji, in the last three years of his administration, has been prudent with the state’s resources, which he said has been acknowledged by local and international organisations.

‘The project, which was awarded before Governor Biodun Oyebanji assumed office, could not be completed earlier due to inadequate budgetary allocations in previous years. In line with the present administration’s commitment to continuity and fiscal responsibility, provision has now been made in the 2025 budget to ensure the completion of this inherited project, which happens to be the only one yet to be concluded among those handed over by the last administration.

‘Describing the project as the ‘construction of a N1.8 billion lodge for Governor Biodun Oyebanji and his deputy, Monisade Afuye’ is not only deceptive but inciting. The project is rightly the ‘Ekiti State Governor and Deputy Governor’s Lodge’, which is a permanent State property meant for the use of successive administrations, not a private residence for the current Governor and Deputy Governor.

‘It is also imperative to place on record that Governor Oyebanji has been lodging in a rented accommodation whenever he was in Abuja over the past three years. If personal comfort had been his priority, he would have completed the project within his first year in office.

‘The fact that this has not been the case is further evidence of the Governor’s modesty, prudence, and his unwavering focus on the welfare and development of Ekiti people above personal convenience.

‘The Oyebanji administration remains committed to transparency, accountability, and responsible management of public resources while delivering good governance, sustainable development, and prudent management of the state’s resources in the best interest of all Ekiti citizens.

‘Its decision to complete all ongoing and inherited projects is driven by the desire to ensure value for money and prevent the waste that arises from project abandonment.

‘The government, therefore, urges the public to disregard the unfounded and sensational claims, which do not reflect the facts of the matter,’ Olatunbosun said.

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, is currently leading a high-level delegation of the House to the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE), scheduled to hold in Shanghai on Wednesday, 5th November 2025.

The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria had extended an invitation to the Speaker to attend the 8th China International Import Expo.

Accepting the invitation, Speaker Tajudeen expressed his deep gratitude to the Government and people of China for the sustained friendship and strategic partnership that continues to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries.

The delegation, which has already arrived in China, will participate in the opening ceremony of the 8th China International Import Expo, where Speaker Tajudeen will deliver a five-minute goodwill message.

Thereafter, the Speaker will hold a bilateral meeting with the Premier of the People’s Republic of China, His Excellency Li Qiang, where Speaker Abbas is expected to highlight key areas of collaboration between Nigeria and China, including parliamentary cooperation.

Speaker Tajudeen will also lead the delegation to a series of engagements, including participation in the China-Africa Economic and Cultural Forum, and a meeting with the Governor and Party Secretary of Zhejiang Province in Hangzhou on 6th November, as well as a visit to the corporate headquarters of key Chinese companies.

On the delegation are the House Leader, Hon. Julius Ihonvbere; Deputy Minority Whip, Hon. George Ozodinobi; Hon. Auwalu Gwalabe; Hon. Muktar Umar; Hon. Babajimi Benson; Hon. Bello Isa Ambarura; Hon. Jaafar Yakubu; and Hon. Ahmed Safana.

Others include the Chief of Staff to the Speaker, Professor Jake Dan-Azumi; Special Assistant to the Speaker on Inter-Parliamentary Affairs, Barrister Chimdi Neliaku; and Chief Protocol Officer to the Speaker, Musa Hussein.

Nigerian Afrobeat singer Omah Lay recently took to Snapchat to express that he is not ready for fatherhood, instead focusing on finding peace, emotional growth, and spiritual elevation.

In a series of cryptic posts, he conveyed his indifference towards being a ‘baby daddy,’ emphasising that he is currently at peace with his decisions.

He wrote: ‘I’m very much not ready to be a baby daddy but I’m their father, their father in the highest, at peace in Heaven, blowing clean Canada’.

He added by expressing his detachment from life’s turbulence, saying, ‘Everything happens but nothing ever happens to me’.

Omar Lay also mentioned missing his ‘Yoruba girl’, admitting that love and dating have become unexciting for him, and he currently has no romantic partner due to the boredom of casual relationships.

‘I miss my Yoruba girl badly, I like them but when e too plenty e Dey turn me off. Yeah I got no girls. It has become a boring activity of late,’ he concluded.

The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by the National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, has taken over the Wadata Plaza National Secretariat of the party in Abuja.

The faction has the National Vice-Chairman (North-Central), Mohammed Abdulrahman, as the acting chairman.

Anyanwu had been suspended along with three other national officers on Saturday by the National Working Committee (NWC) led by the National Chairman, Ambassador Umar Damagum, for alleged anti-party activities.

In a swift response, the Anyanwu faction of the NWC also announced the suspension of Damagum and some members of the NWC.

On Monday, Anyanwu arrived at the secretariat a few minutes before Abdulrahman, who also came in with supporters hailing him.

A chaotic scene soon ensued as supporters of the faction trooped into the premises, accompanying Anyanwu and Abdulrahman to assume control of the office of the national chairman.

In the process, some members of staff of the PDP were attacked by the supporters, who believed they were attempting to prevent the Anyanwu group from entering the office.

However, the group eventually entered the office and held a meeting.

Speaking with reporters after the meeting, Abdulrahman declared that he had formally assumed office as the national chairman of the PDP.

He promised that, as acting chairman, he would work to restore confidence in the party.

‘Today, I resumed my office as acting national chairman.

‘I want to assure Nigerians and members that we have a new opportunity to put our heads together to bring the party to where it belongs,’ he said.

Abdulrahman also stated that Nigerians looked up to the PDP to rebuild Nigeria but said it would be unable to do so if members remained divided.

Also speaking, Anyanwu told reporters he had taken Abdulrahman round the secretariat and shown him the offices, adding that by returning the chairmanship position to the North-Central, the PDP was already in the process of making peace.

The group left the building immediately after the news briefing.

Armed policemen arrived in their numbers to secure the secretariat, apparently to prevent a possible breakdown of law and order.

As of the time of filing this report, no word had been heard from the Damagum faction.

The Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has approved the appointment and redeployment of 65 Rear Admirals of the Nigerian Navy (NN) to various strategic positions across the Naval Headquarters (NHQ), Commands, Tri-Service Institutions, and other naval establishments

This was contained in a statement made available to Defence Correspodents in Abuja on Monday by the Service ‘s Director of Information, Commodore Aiwuyor Adams- Aliu.

It explained that the large-scale postings, approved on Thursday, 30 October 2025, reflected the Navy’s renewed drive to enhance operational efficiency and fulfil its constitutional mandate under the leadership of Vice Admiral Abbas, the 23rd indigenous Chief of the Naval Staff.

According to the statement, among those affected are Rear Admiral Suleiman Abdullahi, formerly of the Defence Headquarters (DHQ), who now serves as Chief of Logistics at NHQ while.

Rear Admiral Kasim Bushi has been appointed Executive Director of the International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION) and Rear Admiral Suleiman Dahun moved to DHQ as Director of Defence Cooperation.

Rear Admiral Anenechukwu Ezenma becomes Director of Lessons Learned at DHQ, and Rear Admiral Samuel Ngatuwa takes over as Director of Project Management.

Rear Admiral Ibrahim Shehu retains his position as Admiral Superintendent, Naval Dockyard Limited.

Also affected are Rear Admiral Abdullahi Ahmed as Commandant, National Defence College; Rear Admiral Musa Katagum as Chief of Operations, NHQ; and Rear Admiral Frederick Damtong as Chief of Naval Engineering.

Rear Admiral Abdul-Rasheed Haruna becomes Chief of Training, NHQ, while Rear Admiral Hamza Ibrahim assumes the role of Group Managing Director, Navy Holdings Limited.

Rear Admiral Sunday Oyegade proceeds to the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) as Director of Logistics, and Rear Admiral Gideon Kachim becomes Chief of Defence Administration at DHQ.

It added that other key postings included Rear Admiral Jonathan Mamman as Chief of Administration, NHQ; Rear Admiral Kehinde Odubanjo as Director General, Defence Research and Development Bureau (DRDB); Rear Admiral John Okeke as Chief of Defence Civil-Military Cooperation, DHQ; and Rear Admiral Olatunde Olodude as Chief of Policy and Plans, NHQ.

Rear Admiral Chijioke Onyemaobi takes over as Chief of Naval Transformation, while Rear Admiral Peter Zakaria assumes duties as Executive Director, Administration and Human Resources, Navy Holdings Limited.

Rear Admiral Abiodun Alade becomes Flag Officer Commanding (FOC), Logistics Command, while Rear Admiral Pakiribo Anabraba is appointed Chief of Naval Safety and Standards. Rear Admiral Abdul-Hamid Baba-Inna is the new Navy Secretary, and Rear Admiral Patrick Effah assumes office as Chief of Communications and Information Technology.

Others Rear Admiral Abubakar Mustapha as FOC, Western Naval Command; Rear Admiral Chidozie Okehie as FOC, Eastern Naval Command; and Rear Admiral Ebiobowei Zipele as FOC, Naval Training Command.

Rear Admiral Mohammed Muye was appointed Commandant, Naval War College Nigeria, while Rear Admiral Yusuf Idris, Rear Admiral Sunday Yahaya, and Rear Admiral Kabiru Tanimu were assigned to key directorates at DHQ.

The statement further added that the CNS congratulated the newly appointed officers and urged them to rededicate themselves to service, professionalism, and integrity in carrying out their new responsibilities.

He emphasised that the redeployment was aimed at consolidating recent gained and ensuring the Nigerian Navy continues to deliver on its mandate of safeguarding the nation’s maritime domain.