The persistent attacks on Nigeria’s transmission infrastructure in 2024 paint a troubling picture for the country’s already fragile power sector. From January to November, there have been no fewer than nine incidents of vandalism targeting transmission towers across the nation.…
Dr Olusola Odumosu, FCT Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), says the adoption of new and smart technology would help in tackling vandalism in the territory. Odumosu made this known in an interview with the News…
The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has arrested nine suspects for vandalism of critical national assets and infrastructure. The FCT Commandant of the NSCDC, Olusola Odumosu, revealed this on Wednesday, saying…
By Adeyanju Esther Five suspects have been arrested by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Akwa Ibom State for vandalising power installations, including high-tension cables. The State Commandant of NSCDC, Mr. Bashar Hussaini, announced this on Wednesday…
By Adeyanju Esther Troops from the Nigerian Army’s 6 Division have apprehended eight suspects involved in illegal bunkering, pipeline vandalism, and other criminal activities in Bayelsa and Akwa Ibom states. Lt. Col. Danjuma Jonah Danjuma, Acting Deputy Director of Army…
…Pledges support to NNPC Ltd The National Assembly has thrown its weight behind NNPC Ltd’s ongoing efforts to boost Nigeria’s crude oil production and grow its reserves, saying it will consider stiffer consequences for crude oil thieves and vandals of…
Eko Electricity Distribution Company has reiterated its stance to go to the full extent of the law against vandalism of its equipment, illegal connection, and energy theft across its franchise area. The information was disclosed in a statement signed by…
By Moses Adeniyi The Lagos State Government (LASG) has declared it would fight to stop the menace of vandalism and theft of public infrastructure, particularly on energy installations, stating every measure necessary would be put in place for the campaign.…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian Shippers’ Council has expressed concern over the vandalism and theft of railway tracks connecting the Inland ports in the country. The council’s Executive Secretary, Pius Akutah, raised the concern on Tuesday while inspecting the Funtua…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has vowed to deal with anyone caught involved in touting at the airports, warning those without business there to stay off. Mrs Obiageli Orah, Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, FAAN, said this…
