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The Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has warned that anyone planning a coup in Nigeria is “wasting their time,” insisting that Nigerians would resist any attempt to overthrow democratic rule.

Speaking during an interview on Arise Television on Friday, Musa said democracy remained far better than military rule and stressed that the Armed Forces were committed to protecting the country’s democratic system.

The minister, who spoke about a past coup investigation in which he was involved, said he and other senior officers were among those who uncovered and reported the coup plot, adding that he also chaired the investigative committee that handled the matter.

Musa described those involved in the alleged coup plot as “confused individuals” who misled junior officers into participating in the act.

The defence minister also stated that members of the Armed Forces had been well catered for, noting that there had been no issues with salaries while efforts were ongoing to improve allowances and provide more equipment for troops fighting insecurity.

Musa maintained that any attempt to stage a coup would fail, saying even civilians would resist such actions.

He said: “So I was let go, and five weeks later I’m back to show you that, yes, it wasn’t that because I was involved in anything, and far from it. We were the ones who actually identified the coup. We were the ones who reported it. I was one who convened the committee that did the investigation. We did all this together. 

“What we are trying to do now is to show the junior ones that a coup doesn’t pay anything, democracy is far, far better than any military regime, and so there’s an opportunity. 

“I just looked at the people that were involved in that, I shook my head because they are just a bunch of confused individuals that exposed very junior officers that didn’t know their left from right, and that put them into this mess. It’s quite unfortunate. 

“We always feel bad when we see our colleagues derailing, but the good thing is that the system has a way of going about it. 

“The investigation was very thorough. The prosecution is now ongoing and the court-martial will go as planned.

“We’re giving them all the benefits to defend themselves. But the facts on the ground are very, very clear, and I can tell you that we’re following all the processes. Nothing is hidden. 

“It’s quite unfortunate what they did. They had no reason to do that. The country was going very well. The armed forces have been taken care of quite very well. We’ve never had issues with our salaries. Efforts have been made to even increase our salaries and our allowances. Our troops are doing quite very well. We’re getting more equipment to fight.

“And make sure this, anybody who is thinking of planning a coup, I think he’s just wasting their time. Even the civilians in Nigeria will have taken them down. So, I think it was just foolhardy for them to have tried what they wanted to do.”

Anyone thinking of planning coup wasting time – Defence Minister, Musa reveals

Leaders and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi East Senatorial District have pledged to

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There was a time when moments of simple joy felt magical.

The excitement of getting gifts. The freedom of dancing without care. The happiness that came from laughing with friends and family. For many Nigerians, those memories still hold a special place. But somewhere between growing up and navigating everyday responsibilities, moments like these became fewer and farther between.

Maltina set out to bring that feeling back.

As part of its “Nourishment Fit For You” platform, the brand created experiences designed to reconnect Nigerians with joy, wonder, togetherness, and the childlike happiness that often gets lost in everyday life.

The first of these experiences was a series of surprise flash mob performances across Lagos. These lively performances transformed public spaces into scenes of joy and excitement, drawing in hundreds of spectators and creating unforgettable real-time moments. Audiences were captivated by the creativity and energy of the performances, turning ordinary moments into shared experiences of happiness.

The excitement did not stop there. Maltina also expanded the gifting experience beyond Lagos to cities like Enugu, Port Harcourt, and Abeokuta, nourishing more than 5,000 consumers in one day. As laughter and excitement spread across the country, the initiative reinforced Maltina’s identity as a brand committed to sharing nourishment and happiness in ways that feel meaningful and relatable to everyday Nigerians.

Speaking on the initiative, Elohor Olumide-Awe, Portfolio Manager, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, Nigerian Breweries Plc, shared that, “Maltina is about sharing happiness and offering nourishment to everyone. Part of this initiative was inspired by the desire to celebrate the childlike joy that still exists in all of us and create moments that people can genuinely connect with.”

As Maltina celebrates 50 years, the initiative reflects the brand’s continued commitment to creating meaningful experiences, sharing happiness, and nourishing generations beyond refreshment alone.

How Maltina turned everyday moments into joyful experiences across Nigeria

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South African club Stellenbosch FC have announced the departure of Nigerian duo Olisa Ndah, and Kazie Enyinnaya, DAILY POST reports.

Ndah is leaving the Stellies following a short stint at the club.

The centre-back arrived at the club midway of last season after leaving Orlando Pirates.

The 28-year-old made seven league appearances for Gavin Hunt’s side.

Enyinnaya joined the Maroons in 2024 after leaving the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, outfit Rivers United.

The right-back made over 50 appearances for Stellenbosch.

Transfer: Stellenbosch releases Ndah, Enyinnaya

Former Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Gwarzo, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) ahead of the forthcoming elections. The announcement was made on Friday by Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu, spokesperson to the former deputy governor, who confirmed that Gwarzo would be formally affirmed alongside other candidates of the party […]

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A Kenyan High Court has temporarily blocked the government from proceeding with an agreement that would allow the United States to establish an Ebola quarantine facility on Kenyan soil for Americans exposed to the virus during the ongoing outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Justice Patricia Nyaundi also stopped Kenyan authorities from admitting, transferring, receiving or facilitating the entry into Kenya of persons exposed to or infected with Ebola pursuant to the arrangement with the United States.

The Katiba Institute, a civil society group focusing on constitutional matters, filed the court challenge criticising the deal for unfavourable terms, with the Law Society of Kenya also asking the government to reject the facility.

“We will not sit back and watch Kenya be treated as a containment colony for a lethal pathogen that we did not generate. If it is too dangerous for America, it is too dangerous for Kenya,” one of the opposition groups said.

The authorisation had granted the United States access to land at an air force base in Laikipia in central Kenya, about 125 miles north of Nairobi, where a 50-bed quarantine unit was set to become operational as of Friday, staffed by members of the U.S. Public Health Service.

Kenya’s main doctors’ union and the Law Society of Kenya had argued the plan risked importing Ebola into a country that currently has no confirmed cases, while the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) officials in the United States also strongly recommended against the arrangement.

The agency’s acting director, Dr Jay Bhattacharya, reportedly advised against it, with some CDC officers described as furious and warning the plan would make recruiting and staffing for Ebola response activities harder.

Kenya had been pushing for the facility to be open to all nationalities rather than exclusively to American citizens, and one American doctor infected with Ebola along with several others exposed to the virus had already been evacuated to Germany for treatment and monitoring, while another was sent to the Czech Republic.

The facility arrangement forms part of a broader bilateral health agreement under which the United States will provide $1.6bn to Kenya between 2026 and 2030, a deal that represents a reduction of about $423m compared to previous U.S. funding levels over the same period.

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The Headquarters Joint Task Force, North East, Operation Hadin Kai, OPHK, said it has successfully conducted seamless change of command ceremonies across Sectors 1, 2, and 3 of the Theatre, reinforcing command continuity, operational stability, and sustained momentum in ongoing counter-terrorism operations in the North East region. 

A statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation, Hadin Kai, said that in Sector 1, the General Officer Commanding 7 Division Nigerian Army and Commander Sector 1 Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI, Brigadier General Ugochukwu Unachukwu, formally handed over command to Brigadier General Solomon Diwa, during a ceremony held at Headquarters 7 Division, Maimalari Cantonment, Maiduguri. 

“The event marked the end of a successful tenure characterised by operational progress and consolidation of gains within the Division’s Area of Responsibility,” the statement added.

In his valedictory remarks, Brigadier General Unachukwu described his tenure as challenging yet rewarding, noting that the Division is being handed over in a more stable condition. 

He commended brigade and field commanders for their dedication and urged personnel to sustain operational momentum, emphasising that command transition must not affect the commitment to duty. 

He further appreciated the support of all personnel and reaffirmed confidence in his successor.  

In his assumption of command remarks, Brigadier General Diwa pledged to sustain and improve on the achievements recorded by his predecessor. 

He assured troops of his commitment to operational effectiveness, innovation, and continuous improvement in line with the Chief of Army Staff’s Command Philosophy aimed at building a well-motivated and combat-ready force capable of joint and multi-agency operations.

In Sector 2, located in Damaturu, Yobe State, Brigadier General Beyidi Martins formally handed over command to Brigadier General Edet Effiong in a ceremony conducted in line with established military traditions and protocols.  

In his valedictory remarks, Brigadier General Martins expressed appreciation to officers and soldiers for their dedication, resilience, and professionalism throughout his tenure, which he noted was marked by notable operational achievements, improved troop morale, and strengthened civil-military cooperation within the Area of Responsibility. 

He urged personnel to extend maximum cooperation to his successor to sustain ongoing operational gains.  In his assumption remarks, Brigadier General Effiong commended his predecessor for his exemplary leadership and pledged to consolidate on the achievements recorded while intensifying ongoing operations across the sector. 

He emphasized professionalism, discipline, adaptability, and enhanced collaboration with local communities as key imperatives for addressing evolving security challenges.

Similarly, in Sector 3, located in Monguno, Borno State, Brigadier General Shehu Ahmed formally assumed command from Major General Suleiman Tilawan in a colourful and dignified ceremony steeped in military tradition, which also marked the transition of command within the Multinational Joint Task Force, MNJTF, component of the sector. 

The outgoing commander expressed deep appreciation to officers and soldiers for their unwavering support, loyalty, and sacrifices, attributing the operational successes recorded in the sector to teamwork and collective commitment. He urged troops to remain steadfast and fully support the incoming commander to sustain operational momentum.  

Brigadier General Ahmed, in his remarks, paid glowing tribute to his predecessor and pledged to build on the solid foundation already established, with renewed emphasis on professionalism, discipline, operational efficiency, and troops’ welfare. 

He assured that under his leadership, the sector would sustain offensive operations and strengthen efforts aimed at restoring lasting peace and stability. 

Highlights of the various ceremonies included the signing of handing-over notes, symbolic transfer of command flags, presentation of souvenirs, operational briefings, visits to key locations, critical stakeholders and group photographs.  

Nigerian military conducts command transition, reaffirms continuity in counter terrorism

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, has placed the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and nine other states on heightened Ebola surveillance following the outbreak of the deadly Bundibugyo strain of the virus in parts of East and Central Africa.

In a public health advisory issued to state Commissioners for Health, the agency warned that Nigeria remains at high risk of importing the virus due to increased regional transmission, cross-border movement, international travel, and porous borders.

The advisory, dated May 27, 2026, identified Lagos, the FCT, Rivers, Kano, Enugu, Borno, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Taraba, and Adamawa as high-risk areas because of their international airports, seaports, border corridors, and heavy human traffic.

According to the NCDC, the current outbreak involving the Bundibugyo strain presents a major concern because there is presently no approved vaccine or targeted treatment for the variant.

“The immediate objective of our national preparedness and readiness efforts is to ensure that every state and the FCT can reasonably detect, contain, and respond swiftly to any suspected case while protecting health workers and sustaining essential health services,” the agency stated.

Although Nigeria has not recorded any confirmed Ebola case, the NCDC disclosed that a recent risk assessment conducted after the outbreak was declared a public health emergency of international concern indicated that the threat of importation into the country remains significant.

The agency revealed that Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo had already recorded over 1,000 suspected cases and hundreds of deaths linked to the outbreak, with a fatality rate estimated at 24.6 per cent.

The outbreak has also raised global concern, with reports of suspected cases emerging in India, while Canada reportedly imposed temporary restrictions on certain travel applications involving residents from Uganda, the DRC, and South Sudan.

Uganda has equally introduced border control measures aimed at curbing the spread of the disease.

Health authorities stressed that the Bundibugyo strain differs from the more common Zaire Ebola strain, which existing vaccines and antibody therapies primarily target.

“The current Bundibugyo virus outbreak has no licensed vaccines or approved targeted therapeutics,” the advisory warned.

The NCDC further cautioned healthcare workers against relying solely on visible bleeding as a sign of Ebola, noting that symptoms may initially resemble malaria, Lassa fever, or other common illnesses.

“Health workers must not wait for bleeding before suspecting Ebola in any patient with compatible symptoms and relevant travel or exposure history,” the agency advised.

As part of its emergency response strategy, the NCDC said the National Emergency Operations Centre had already been activated in alert mode to coordinate nationwide preparedness efforts.

State governments were directed to activate emergency preparedness structures, strengthen surveillance at entry points, identify isolation centres, equip frontline health workers with personal protective equipment, and intensify public awareness campaigns to prevent panic and misinformation.

Meanwhile, the Lagos State Government has assured residents that no confirmed or suspected Ebola case has been detected in the state.

The Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, said there was no cause for alarm, adding that Lagos remained on high alert due to its strategic position as Nigeria’s major entry point.

According to him, the state’s bio-security and disease surveillance systems remain fully operational and capable of responding swiftly to any biological threat.

“The Lagos Biosecurity Bio-shield was built to protect and remains ready to respond to biological shocks. Preparedness for us is not a temporary reaction; it is a permanent culture embedded within our health system,” Abayomi stated.

He explained that the state’s preparedness system, first tested during the 2014 Ebola outbreak and later strengthened during the COVID-19 pandemic, remains active in managing recurring public health threats such as cholera, diphtheria, and Lassa fever.

Nigeria’s latest Ebola alert has revived memories of the country’s successful containment of the virus during the 2014 outbreak after an infected Liberian-American traveller, Patrick Sawyer, arrived in Lagos and exposed several people before authorities intervened.

At the time, public health experts feared a major outbreak in Lagos due to its dense population and commercial significance. However, swift contact tracing, isolation protocols, emergency coordination, and aggressive public awareness campaigns helped contain the virus within months.

The World Health Organisation later described Nigeria’s response as one of Africa’s most successful Ebola containment efforts.

Health authorities are now urging Nigerians to remain calm, avoid misinformation, maintain proper hygiene practices, and promptly report any suspected symptoms as surveillance and emergency preparedness measures intensify across the country.

FG places FCT, nine states on high Ebola alert over new outbreak