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Nigerian Army Hosts Fourth Quarter 2025 Media Chat in Jos, Seeks Stronger Civil–Military Collaboration
The Nigerian Army, through its Department of Civil–Military Affairs, on Thursday held its Fourth Quarter 2025 Media Chat in Jos, bringing together security experts, media practitioners, and academics to deepen discussions on security reporting and public trust.
The engagement, held at Crispan Suites and Event Centre, Rayfield, centred on the theme: “The Nigerian Security Environment: Role of Strategic Communication in Strengthening Civil–Military Relations.”
Retired Army spokesperson, Brig. Gen. Sani Kukasheka Usman (Rtd), stressed that truth, trust, transparency, and accountability remain the pillars of effective civil–military engagement. He noted that longstanding misconceptions—fueled by misinformation, disinformation, and poor synergy—continue to strain relations between the military and the media. He urged both institutions to identify themselves as partners in national development.
Representing the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waheed Shaibu, the GOC 3 Division and Commander Operation Enduring Peace, Maj. Gen. Eyitayo Oyinlola, said the Army is increasingly exploring non-kinetic strategies to address security challenges. He highlighted the influence of ICT on information flow, warning that fake news, propaganda, and unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information pose real dangers to national security.
“This has necessitated deeper collaboration between the Nigerian Army and media stakeholders to build a formidable front against shared security challenges,” he said.
Chief of Civil–Military Affairs, Maj. Gen. Musa Etsu-Ndagi, explained that the theme was deliberately crafted to harmonize patriotic efforts between the Army and the media toward achieving national security goals. He appealed to journalists to uphold ethics and embrace truthful, responsible reporting to strengthen national unity and public confidence.
A lecture delivered by Prof. Eze Cosmos of the Mass Communication Department, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, examined strategic communication as a key tool in countering violent extremism and insurgency. He emphasized the importance of shaping narratives that support national stability.
Panel discussions featured senior military officers, scholars, and media leaders—including Maj. Gen. Mohammed Bello, Brig. Gen. Usman (Rtd), Prof. Taye Obatomi, and Chairperson of the NUJ Plateau State Council, Mrs. Ayiku Pwaspo—who deliberated on improving security reportage, enhancing collaboration, and strengthening public trust.
Special Guest of Honour and Director-General of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), Mallam Salihu Dembos, represented by Mrs. Rifkatu Daniel, commended the Army for sustaining such engagements. He reaffirmed NTA’s commitment to promoting accurate, conflict-sensitive, and responsible journalism.
Plateau State Commissioner of Police, CP Emmanuel Adesina, in his goodwill message, praised the Army for fostering dialogue, noting that non-kinetic strategies remain essential in complementing efforts of security agencies.
Chairman of the Correspondents’ Chapel, Mr. Polycarp Auta, lauded the Army’s commitment to peacebuilding and urged continuous cooperation between the media and security institutions.
The media chat concluded with an interactive session between journalists and Maj. Gen. Etsu-Ndagi, aimed at strengthening feedback channels and deepening cooperation in the collective pursuit of national security.
L-R Dr Usman Jankara (Deputy Commissioner Technical; National Insurance Commission), Dr Mathew Olumide Adepoju (Director General NASRDA), Mr Olusegun Ayo Omosehin (Commissioner for Insurance National Insurance Commission) and Mr Ekerete Ola Gam-Ikon (Deputy Commissioner Finance and Administration National Insurance Commission)
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Nigeria’s insurance industry is set for a Satellite Data Powers New Era of Insurance Expansion in Nigeria transformation as the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) and the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) move to harness satellite and geospatial technology to deepen market penetration, strengthen enforcement, and modernize risk management nationwide.
At a high-level meeting between both institutions, leaders agreed on a strategic partnership that will deploy space-based intelligence to unlock new insurance opportunities, improve compliance, and support broader economic resilience. The initiative signals a shift toward data-driven regulation and innovation in Nigeria’s insurance ecosystem.
Director General of NASRDA, explained that the partnership would harness NASRDA’s geospatial and satellite capabilities to generate accurate, evidence‑based datasets. According to him, these datasets will underpin modern insurance products, strengthen regulatory enforcement, and unlock economic value at both federal and sub‑national levels. He further highlighted the importance of insurance in safeguarding high‑value national assets, citing a previous insured satellite replacement as a practical demonstration of insurance effectiveness in managing sovereign risk.
On his part, Mr. Olusegun Ayo Omosehin, Commissioner for Insurance and Chief Executive Officer of NAICOM, emphasized that the initiative aligns strongly with NAICOM’s strategic transformation agenda and its commitment to swift, results‑oriented reforms. He noted the opportunity to deploy geospatial intelligence to identify public buildings and other insurable assets for compulsory coverage, as well as to support the development of a robust national catastrophic risk insurance framework.
NAICOM reaffirmed its core regulatory pillars—policyholder protection, regulatory capacity enhancement, legal and regulatory modernization, financial soundness through recapitalization, and innovation and sustainability—underscoring that the partnership directly advances its innovation and access objectives.
Under the partnership framework, both agencies will collaborate on the development of a national catastrophic insurance framework, high‑resolution property mapping and the creation of a national property database, enhanced enforcement of compulsory insurance for public buildings, and the advancement of insurance penetration through innovation and sustainability initiatives.
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BDC Demands Declaration of Mahanga as Terrorist Enclave, Urges Urgent Resettlement of Displaced Berom Communities
The Berom Diaspora Coalition (BDC), alongside allied groups, has called on the Federal Government to declare Mahanga in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State a terrorist hideout, describing it as a major stronghold for armed groups allegedly responsible for persistent attacks across the state.
Speaking during a press conference held in Jos on April 28, 2026, under the theme “Reclaiming Our Lost Ancestral Lands and Resettlement of Our People,” Representing the coalition, Barnabas Dazi expressed deep concern over continued violence, displacement, and humanitarian crises affecting Berom communities.
The group alleged that hundreds of lives have been lost between November 2025 and April 2026, with several communities in Barkin Ladi, Riyom, Jos South, Bokkos, and Bassa Local Government Areas repeatedly attacked. According to the coalition, more than 70 Berom villages have been displaced, with some reportedly occupied by armed groups.
A key demand highlighted during the briefing was the urgent designation of Mahanga as a terrorist enclave. The coalition argued that such a move would enable security agencies to carry out decisive operations to dismantle what it described as a long-standing base for violent attacks.
Beyond security measures, the BDC emphasized the urgent need for the reclamation of ancestral lands and the safe resettlement of displaced persons. It criticized the slow pace of government intervention, noting that many affected families remain homeless while their lands are allegedly occupied.
The coalition urged both the Federal and Plateau State governments to move beyond assurances and take immediate action to restore displaced communities to their original homes. It also called for stronger prosecution of suspects linked to attacks and compensation for victims.
Reaffirming its stance, the group appealed to the international community and human rights organizations to intervene and help end the violence, stressing that the protection of lives and restoration of ancestral lands must remain a priority.
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