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Navy Charges Officers on Discipline, Respect for Authority

Rear Adm. MG Oamen, the new Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) Western Naval Command (WNC) of Nigerian Navy, has charged naval officers on discipline and respect for constituted authorities in the country.
Oamen gave the advice during a working visit to Forward Operating Base of Nigerian Navy, Badagry, and the unit of Naval Base in Tongheji Island, Lagos.
According to him, officers should keep to time, have integrity, be disciplined and be humane to citizens.
“If you are supposed to be at a place, be there at a standard time and do as per standard of operating.
“If you do not engage in any illegality, then the Chief of Naval Staff will be very happy with us as a command.
In your conduct, as you interact with society, you must be above board.“The Nigerian Navy, just like the other armed forces like the Nigerian Army and Air Force, are friends of the people.
“We are supposed to serve and protect them, so we do not need to antagonise, abuse or brutalise them. That is not part of our code of conducts.
“Combatancy is for you to be able to do your job well and have respect for the people you are working to protect, and make that clear. So, we need to learn how to engage them with mutual respect,” he said.
On professionalism, he said the first respect a military man gets is from his bearing and his dressing.
“In a situation you don’t dress well, you are already making yourself subject to disrespect. When you do the right thing, you get the respect of these civilians.
“We are all supposed to be brothers in arm. I am not saying you should become over familiarised to a point where you now become common.
“You have to conduct yourself professionally and I am sure you will get the respect that you deserve. Also, remember, do not compromise because of money.
“If we get anybody that has been involved in any form of illegality, just know that you will pay for it full blast,” he said.
On his visit, Oamen said he was in Tongheji to first and foremost, to familiarise with what they were doing and also listen to them.
According to him, there is always room for improvement.
“I think FOB Badagry and our new unit in Tongheji Island, which is still under development, are doing well and what we will do is to encourage them as usual .
“The visit is to get more information about their activities and help them see where I can assist to improve in this unit.
“So far, I am very impressed. The FOB Badagry has been up and doing, the command has been assisting in anti-illegal smuggling and they have been assisting the custom and even in human trafficking.
“FOB has helped to recover more than 50 young girls who would have been trafficked out of Nigeria, and other criminal activities around this border area.
“I am glad that they are doing their job and all we are doing as a command is supporting them,” he said.
The Commander Officer of FOB, Badagry, Navy Captain Augustus Amakiri, accompanied the FOC to the traditional ruler in Tongheji Island, to pay courtesy visit to Baale of the Island and operational places in FOB, Badagry. (NAN)
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Mbah Reshuffles Cabinet, Swears-in Head of Service, Six Commissioners

From Sylvia Udegbunam, Enugu
Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah has recently rejigged his cabinet, swearing in a new Head of Service, six new Commissioners, and reassigning three others.
Mbah also assigned portfolios to the new appointees following the administration of Oath of Office on them by a representative of the Ministry of Justice, Chizoba Ogbodo, at the State Executive Council Chamber, Government House, Enugu.
The newly sworn-in appointees are: Dr.
Godwin Anigbo, Head of Service; Engr. Benjamin Osita Okoh, Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure; Prof. Benedett Ekwutosi Okoli, Commissioner for Human Development and Poverty Eradication; Enyinna Franklin Ogbonna, Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources; and Dr. Samuel Ogbu-Nwobodo, Commissioner for Trade, Investment, and Industry.Others are Prof. George Ugwu, Commissioner for Health and Engr. Ben Collins Ndu Jr., who was designated as the Commissioner for Water Resources.
Dr. Felix Nnamani was reassigned from the Ministry of Water Resources to the Ministry of Labour and Employment as Commissioner, Dr. Malachy Agbo was reassigned from the Ministry of Human Development and Poverty Eradication to the Ministry of Information, while the former Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Engr. Gerald Otiji, is now the Commissioner for Housing.
Speaking on the occasion, Mbah charged the appointees to hit the ground running, stressing that there would be no honeymoon period for them.
He said the administration had in two years steered high expectations among the people of the state as well as Nigerians in general and could not lower its performance across sectors.
“You would soon notice that here in Enugu, we have steered such a high expectation among our people. And every day it feels as though we are presenting a scorecard.
“Therefore, you have to hit the ground running, as there will be no honeymoon period for you, unfortunately.
mongous goals that we have outlined. And your various Ministries will play critical roles in accomplishing those goals.
“We set targets, we set goals, and we have key performance indicators, we have measurable indicators, hence, we have to measure and we have to constantly take analysis of where you are in respect to the set goals and what your results are. Those key performance indicators are key to us and we will measure you based on these outcomes and results,” the governor stated.
He further charged the appointees to work as a team, in line with the established cultures of the administration.
“We also recognise teamwork champions. We do not encourage working in silos. You have to work as a team, we believe that by working as a team, we are able to accomplish our collective goals. You should not see your colleagues as rivals. They should actually complement your efforts instead.
“Our modest accomplishment in the state so far is not done by a single champion. We like to recognise our successes as team efforts,” he added.
Speaking on behalf of other appointees, Dr. Ogbu-Nwobodo thanked the governor for finding them worthy out of the many other highly qualified Enugu citizens and beyond, assuring that they would not let him down.
“Since you chose to entrust us with this sacred duty as you make history on a daily basis. We will keep faith with our Oath of Office. We will be loyal and dedicated in the discharge of our duties. We will strive to contribute to the nationally acknowledged success that your government has become,” he said.
The swearing-in ceremony was witnessed by the Deputy Governor, Barr. Ifeanyi Ossai; Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia; Chief of Staff to the Governor, Victor Udeh, several commissioners and senior appointees of government as well as the spouses of the appointees.
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NCS Strengths Tie with China Customs

By Tony Obiechina Abuja
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has deepened its strategic engagement with the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) through a high-level meeting held in Beijing on July 25, 2025.
According to NCS Spokesman, Abdullahi Maiwada in a statement on Sunday, Assistant Comptroller of Customs, the meeting aimed to explore bilateral knowledge exchange and capacity development in customs administration.
The NCS delegation, led by Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs Oluyomi Adebakin, discussed customs training methodologies, modernization models, and technology-driven solutions with GACC officials.
The Chinese Customs authorities shared their structured training system, which incorporates virtual reality, 5G-enabled systems, and blended e-learning approaches.The meeting highlighted Nigeria’s active participation in China-led customs development initiatives, with over 200 African customs officers trained since 2023. The Chinese Customs officials commended Nigeria’s growing leadership in international customs platforms and appreciated the election of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, as Chairperson of the World Customs Organisation (WCO) Council.
Both parties expressed mutual interest in exploring technical exchange programs, joint research initiatives, and officer exchange schemes. The NCS aims to strengthen its human capital, advance intergovernmental partnerships, and modernize customs operations in accordance with global standards.
The engagement aligns with promoting knowledge sharing, harmonizing customs procedures, and building an integrated trade infrastructure for sustainable development, particularly under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
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Ex-NALDA Executive Secretary, Prince Ikonne Congratulates Super Falcons on Remarkable Victory

…Urges Revitalization of Enyimba FC, Sports Development in Abia State
By Mike Odiakose, Abuja’s
The immediate past Executive Secretary of the National Agricultural Lands Development Authority (NALDA), Prince Paul Ikonne, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Super Falcons of Nigeria for their outstanding performance and triumph at the just concluded Africa Women’s Nations Cup.
Prince Ikonne described the victory as not only a celebration of athletic excellence but also a powerful reminder of the potential within Nigeria’s sports sector, especially women’s football.
In a statement by Dr Ujo justice, Chief press secretary, he lauded the determination, discipline, and patriotic spirit displayed by the Super Falcons, which, according to him, serves as a source of pride and unity for all Nigerians.
“This remarkable victory has once again placed Nigeria at the pinnacle of African women’s football. It is a testament to the resilience and world-class talent our nation continues to produce. The Super Falcons have proven that with the right support, Nigerian sports can dominate the global stage,” he said.
While rejoicing with Nigerians over the historic win, Prince Ikonne also used the occasion to draw attention to the declining state of sports development in Abia State, particularly the deplorable condition of Enyimba Football Club of Aba — once the pride of Nigerian club football and two-time back-to-back champions of the CAF Confederation Cup.
He expressed deep concern that Enyimba Football Club, a club that once inspired millions and put Aba and Abia State on the global sports map, has become a shadow of its glorious past due to poor management, political interference, and a lack of visionary investment.
“Enyimba FC is not just a football club; it is a cultural and economic asset to the people of Aba and Abia State. Sadly, what we now see is a politicized and struggling club that no longer commands the respect it once did across Africa. We must return Enyimba to the days of continental glory,” he stated.
Prince Ikonne called on the Abia State Government to take urgent, apolitical steps to reposition Enyimba FC by investing in modern infrastructure, hiring competent football administrators, and creating a professional ecosystem that allows the club to thrive independently of partisan politics.
He emphasized that sports development, if properly harnessed, can serve as a tool for youth engagement, crime reduction, job creation, and international recognition.
He further urged stakeholders in Abia to treat sports as serious business, worthy of the same strategic planning and investment given to other sectors.
“As we celebrate the Super Falcons, let us also look inwards and address the rot that has stifled our local sports institutions. Enyimba FC deserves better.
“The young talents in Abia deserve a platform to dream and achieve. Sports should unite and develop, not divide and frustrate,” he added.
Prince Ikonne reaffirmed his commitment to championing youth and sports development in Abia State, expressing hope that the government will rise to the occasion and restore Enyimba Football Club to its rightful place among Africa’s elite.
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