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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.
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Viral Video Sparks Outrage as Delta Police Officer Shoots Restrained Suspect
A viral clip has made its way online showing a police officer in Delta State shooting a suspect who had already been restrained.
It can be noted that the suspect was pleading, claiming he had been framed and deceived, and said he would lead them to the right place.
However, while he was pleading, the police officer shot him. The officer later stated that the suspect was armed with a gun.
It was later revealed that the police officer has been arrested, as it is against the law to shoot a restrained suspect.
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24 Children Abducted from Orphanage in Kogi State
It was reported by the Kogi State Government that 24 children were abducted from an orphanage home. It was shared that this happened on the 26th of April, Sunday, and gunmen were seen in the area that day.
The information was shared by the Commissioner of Information, Kingsley Fanwo, who shared this sad news and described it as unfortunate.
“We condemn in strong terms the abduction of innocent children from an orphanage, the government is working closely with security operatives to ensure their safe return,”
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Afia Schwarzenegger Reacts to Xenophobia in South Africa
Ghanaian media personality Afia Schwarzenegger speaks on the xenophobia issues occurring around Africans in South Africa.
She stated that Ghana is not the same as Nigeria and shared that if such issues happen to Ghanaians in South Africa, they will speak up and not keep quiet. She added that they will react.
“Ghana is not like Nigeria and we won’t hesitate to return the stupid favour.”
