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FG Orders Tightened Security At Borders Over Planned Protest
The Federal Government has ordered tightened security at the country’s border owing to the planned nationwide protest over the prevalent economic hardship in Nigeria.
In a statement, the spokesman of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) KT Udo said the Comptroller General of the agency gave the directive.
“The Comptroller General of Immigration Service, KN Nandap pcc, mmis, fsm, has directed Zonal Heads, State Command Comptrollers and Divisional Immigration Officers (DIOS) of the Service across the country to be extra vigilant and step up surveillance in view of the planned nationwide protest by some groups,” the Saturday statement read.
“The Comptroller General further directed all Comptrollers of Border Commands to ensure that all border officers work assiduously to prevent unscrupulous foreign elements from entering the country for any sinister motive.”
It reminded officers to “display utmost professionalism and patriotism in the discharge of their duties”.
Other Agencies Raise Alarm, Tinubu Wades In
The planned demonstration over economic hardship is tagged #EndBadGovernance protest and is billed to begin on August 1, 2024. Inflation levels hit 34.19 per cent in June 2024 majorly triggered by the twin policies of fuel subsidy removal and the floating of the naira – the nation’s currency – by President Tinubu’s administration.
That has pushed the cost of essential commodities beyond the reach of millions as inflation eats away the value of the naira, prompting calls for the demonstration.
But like the NIS, other security agencies have beefed up efforts to secure the country and cautioned against the protest since the push for it gained mileage on social media.
The Department of State Services (DSS) said it has identified the sponsors of the protest but cautioned against it. It claimed that some criminal elements are planning to hijack it and cause mayhem in the country. The police on their part re-echoed the Secret agency’s stance, saying some foreign mercenaries are backing the planned demonstrations. It requested the planners to submit their details to the security agency before the protest. In the Federal Capital Territory, over 4,200 police personnel have been deployed.
It was a similar situation with the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) which claimed some mischief makers want to hijack the protest.
To avert the protest, President Tinubu and some state governors have been meeting with relevant stakeholders. The Nigerian leaders are calling for dialogue, urging the organisers to give the authorities more time to address the challenges facing the country.
The governments of Abia and Imo States have announced the launching of a joint security taskforce and surveillance along the Aba-Owerri expressway, starting from Owerrinta in Abia State all the way to Owerri, Imo State.
The launch followed recent attacks by criminals on the expressway, including kidnapping, armed robbery and other criminal activities.
The formation of the joint security taskforce and surveillance was announced by Ferdinand Ekeoma, the Special Adviser to Governor Alex Otti on Media and Publicity.
His statement read in part: “Arising from a strategic emergency security meeting held today, 4th December, 2025, by the Governors of Abia and Imo Sates at the Imo State Government Owerri House, His Excellency Governor Alex Otti and His Excellency Senator Hope Uzodinma resolved to set up a joint security Taskforce that shall consist of Soldiers, Naval Personnel, Police Officers , DSS Personnel, and other Government Security Agencies.
“The joint security Taskforce shall, starting from tomorrow 5th December 2025, patrol the road 24 hours nonstop, while carrying out massive surveillance in the surrounding bushes using sophisticated drones and other modern security equipment.”
According to the statement, Governor Alex Otti commended the Governor of Imo State for arresting the criminals who carried out an attack on His advanced team and other passengers a few days ago.
“The two Governors, while assuring citizens plying the road on a daily basis and those returning home for Christmas of their safety and security, warn that there would be severe consequences for any criminal caught on the road going forward”, Ekeoma concluded.
President Bola Tinubu has transmitted to the senate two lists of 34 career and 31 non career ambassadors nominees for screening and confirmation.
Prominent names listed as non career ambassadors include Reno Omokri, Femi Fani-Kayode, Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau, Victor Ikpeazu and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi.
Also listed as non career ambassadors nominees are Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, Vice Admiral Ete Ibas, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, Senator Nora Daduut, Fatima Ajimobi, and Senator Ita Enang among others.
The two lists brings to 68 number of persons nominated so far as ambassadors awaiting confirmation by the Senate.
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PRESIDENT TINUBU FORWARDS NEW AMBASSADORIAL LIST TO SENATE, NOMINATES DAMBAZAU, IBAS, CHIOMA OHAKIM AND OTHERS
By Prince Uwalaka Chimaroke
4-DEC- 2025
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has submitted a fresh set of ambassadorial nominations to the Senate, featuring a mix of distinguished public figures and seasoned professionals drawn from across the country.
Among the notable nominees are former Chief of Army Staff and ex-Minister of Interior, Abdulrahman Dambazau; former Chief of Naval Staff and immediate past sole administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas; former senator Ita Enang; and Mrs. Chioma Ohakim, former First Lady of Imo State.
The President formally transmitted two comprehensive lists containing 34 career and 31 non-career ambassadorial nominees, bringing the total number of nominees awaiting Senate confirmation to 68.
The newly submitted lists mark another significant step in the administration’s ongoing diplomatic restructuring, aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s representation and presence across global missions.
The Senate is expected to commence screening and confirmation proceedings in the coming days.
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