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Plateau Government Commemorates 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day in Jos
The Plateau State Government on Thursday, January 15, 2026, joined the rest of the country to commemorate the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day with a solemn ceremony held at the J.D. Gowon Secretariat, Jos.
Armed Forces Remembrance Day, observed annually on January 15, honours officers and men of the Nigerian Armed Forces who paid the supreme price in defence of Nigeria’s unity, peace and territorial integrity, as well as those wounded or permanently incapacitated in the line of duty.
The ceremony featured interdenominational prayers for fallen heroes and lasting peace in the country, followed by the laying of wreaths, a 21-gun salute, the sounding of the Last Post and a minute of silence in honour of departed servicemen and women. Activities later culminated in a luncheon at the Headquarters of 3 Division, Nigerian Army, Maxwell Khobe Cantonment, Jos.
Speaking at the luncheon held at the Rhino Officers Mess, Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, represented by the Deputy Governor, Mrs. Ngo Josephine Piyo, described the occasion as a solemn tribute to the courage, sacrifice and resilience of Nigeria’s armed forces.
The governor said Plateau State remained proud of its long-standing tradition of military service and acknowledged the critical role played by the armed forces in maintaining peace and security. He reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to supporting the military through sustained collaboration, provision of necessary resources and strengthened civil-military relations.
Governor Mutfwang also emphasised the need to care for veterans and their families, noting that the sacrifices of soldiers extend beyond the battlefield to their loved ones. He called for continued support in areas such as healthcare, education and employment for retired personnel.
Earlier, in his welcome address, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Division and Commander, Operation Enduring Peace, Major General Folunsho Oyinlola, described Armed Forces Remembrance Day as a moral obligation to honour fallen heroes and appreciate serving personnel.
He noted that the day serves as a reminder that peace is neither passive nor free, but sustained through sacrifice, professionalism and commitment. According to him, Operation Enduring Peace reflects the resolve of the armed forces to protect communities, safeguard stability and prevent conflict.
Major General Oyinlola paid tribute to veterans and families of fallen soldiers, assuring them that their sacrifices would never be forgotten. He also commended the men and women under his command for their discipline, courage and dedication to duty amid evolving security challenges.
Also speaking, the Chairman of the Nigerian Legion, Plateau State, Colonel Adams Donzhi (rtd.), expressed appreciation to the Plateau State Government for its continued support to the Legion and veterans. He called for sustained care for widows, orphans and families of fallen heroes, urging all sectors of society to contribute to their welfare.
The ceremony concluded with prayers for peace, unity and prosperity in Nigeria, alongside renewed calls for collective support for the nation’s armed forces and veterans.
Head coach of Delta Queens Hockey Club, Ade Jacobs, has expressed confidence that his team will reach the final of the ongoing 2026 Nigeria Hockey Super League in Abuja
Mr Jacobs stated this during an interview after their second match on Sunday in Abuja.
He said his team remains focused on reaching the final stage of the league despite playing out a draw in their second match. .
Mr Jacobs said that though his players were below their usual standard, he was confident they would improve in subsequent games.
“It has been fine so far. We won our first match 5-0, and this second match ended in a 1-1 draw. Well, it’s one of those things that happen sometimes in matches because most of my girls looked a little bit heavy. I don’t know why.
“We intend to improve on that. In our next match, against I-G Babes on Tuesday by 11 a.m . They will come out better, and I can assure you of that,” he said.
The Delta Queens coach reiterated the team’s ambition, recalling their third-place finish in the 2025 Nigeria Hockey Super League.
“We are determined to go a step further this season.Last season, we finished in third place. This season, our target is to play in the final match . We just have to be in the final stage,” he said.
Mr Jacobs also commended the organisers for the smooth conduct of the competition
“So far, so good. They are doing well,” he added.
Delta Queens opened their campaign in impressive fashion with a convincing 5-0 victory over Yobe Desert Queens in their opening match before settling for a 1-1, against South West Hockey Club of Lagos in their second fixture.
A total of seven women’s teams comprises Kada Queens, Plateau Queens, Delta Queens, Yobe Desert Queens, IGP Babes, South West, and Edo Queens.
Kada Queens are the reigning women’s champions, while Kada Stars are the defending champions in the men’s category.
The 2026 Nigeria Hockey Super League which commenced on June 26 will end on July 5 at the National Hockey Pitch of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.
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The Certified True Copy of the Federal High Court judgment ordering the deregistration of the Nigeria Democratic Congress has emerged.
The judgment, delivered by Justice Isa H. Dashen at the Lokoja Judicial Division, effectively sets aside a December 10, 2025 judgment that had previously compelled the Independent National Electoral Commission to register the party.
The court said the prior judgment was nullified because it affected the legal rights of the Peace Movement Party, which claimed ownership of the logo used by the NDC but was never joined as a party to the original lawsuit.
Recall that the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Mohammed Kudu Haruna, on Saturday said that the commission was waiting to obtain the official paperwork before finalizing its response.
“We have applied for the Certified True Copy of the judgment. Until we receive it, we cannot be in a position to comment on it. However, the position that existed before the December 10, 2025 judgment was that INEC rejected NDC’s letter of intent to be registered as a political party,” Haruna explained.
The NDC had said that it has already been denied the portal access codes needed to upload its candidate list for the 2027 general elections.
In response to the portal denial, the National Publicity Secretary of the NDC, Osa Director, confirmed that their efforts to secure the necessary credentials were unsuccessful.
“We approached INEC to collect the access code to upload the names of our candidates to the INEC portal. They told us that they will get back to us,” Director said.
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