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Tinubu Promises Major Investment in DICON to Boost Defense Production
President Bola Tinubu has pledged to significantly invest in the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) to enhance its capabilities and fulfil its objectives before the year 2030.
Speaking at the 60th anniversary of DICON and the inaugural African Defence Industries Conference in Abuja, Tinubu, represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, underscored the administration’s commitment to national security.
Tinubu highlighted the recent enactment of the DICON Act 2023, which marks a pivotal moment for the corporation. This new legislation positions DICON at the forefront of Nigeria’s Military Industrial Complex, providing a solid foundation to advance the nation’sdefencee manufacturing and technological capabilities.
The President emphasized that DICON’s renewed strategic focus, guided by the DICON Evolution Strategy and Road Map 2030, is designed to address performance gaps within the mmilitary-industrialsector.
This strategy aligns with the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda and aims to transform DICON into a leading global defence industry player, fulfilling the vision of its founders.
Lagos State Police react to claims of them taking money from dispatch riders on the Coastal Road in Lagos.
It started after a rumour was shared that police arrest and take money from riders as a demand for high bribes, sometimes reaching ₦200,000, and seize motorcycles if not given.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, then addressed the claims online and stated in his statement that he disagreed that the rumour is true and stated, “The spread of misinformation only causes more harm than good. In this era, we can and must do better.”
It has been announced by the governor of Ogun that Tuesday 3rd of February is a public holiday in order to mark the 50th anniversary of the state creation.
This public holiday declaration was released in a statement by the secretary of the state, Tokunbo Talabi.
He then added that the holiday will provide as a day for the citizens to participate in the activities for the state milestone.
Former Kogi politician, Dino Melaye, faces backlash from the public after he shared a video on social media of him abroad and living well through his luxurious lifestyle.
In the same video, he speaks about Nigeria’s current economy and shares his disappointment.
He wrote, “See country, God help us to build a true nation where our wicked leaders will be in jail and the right people in power. Nigeria must be fixed. YES WE CAN.”
However, many state that what he posted and what he is saying contradict each other, and they accused him of sharing his own records to know if he was a corrupt leader.
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