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FG Seeks Stronger Bilateral Ties with Israel in Agriculture, Security, Others
The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed its commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation with Israel, focusing on agriculture, security, defence, education, healthcare, and technology to fast-track the country’s socio-economic development.
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, (SGF), Sen. George Akume CON (R) in a friendly handshake with Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman during the courtesy visit to the SGF on Tuesday, 2nd June, 2026 in Abuja.
Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, CON, made this known on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, when he received the Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Michael Freeman, in Abuja.
Senator Akume highlighted Nigeria’s vast arable land, youthful population, and rich natural resources, stating that strategic partnerships and investments could position the country as a major global player in food production, technology, education, and healthcare.
Drawing from his two previous visits to Israel, the SGF praised the country’s impressive transformation despite harsh environmental conditions. He lauded Israel’s breakthroughs in agriculture, healthcare, education, and technological innovation, describing it as a model of resilience and strategic development.
Ambassador Michael Freeman described Nigeria as a blessed nation with immense potential and noted several similarities with Israel. He cited Israel’s success in converting desert lands into productive agricultural zones through advanced irrigation and innovative farming techniques, and expressed Israel’s readiness to partner with Nigeria to boost food production and turn the country into a major agricultural exporter.
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, (SGF), Sen. George Akume CON (R) listening to the Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, during the courtesy visit to the SGF on Tuesday, 2nd June, 2026 in Abuja
“Strong political will and sustained commitment to implementation are key,” the Ambassador emphasized.
On security, Ambassador Freeman acknowledged that both nations face similar challenges, particularly terrorism, and expressed willingness to collaborate in areas such as troop training, cybersecurity, tracking of illicit financial flows, border security, and tactical operations.
Also speaking at the meeting, the Special Adviser to the President on Homeland Security, Major General Adeyinka Famadewa (Rtd.), noted that Nigeria and Israel confront comparable security threats. He stressed that Israel’s advanced technological capabilities and security systems could greatly benefit Nigeria through enhanced intelligence sharing, capacity building, and specialized training.
The meeting was witnessed by the Permanent Secretary, General Services Office, Mr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana, mni.
Secretary to the Government of the Federation Sen. George Akume CON (centre) flanked by Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria Michael Freeman (3rd left) Permanent Secretary, General Services Office, Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana, mni (2nd left) Special Adviser to Mr. President on Homeland Security, Maj. Gen. Adeyinka Famadewa (Rtd) (3rd right) and aides to the SGF and the Ambassador in a group photograph during the courtesy visit to the SGF on Tuesday, 2nd June, 2026 in Abuja
The development signals a renewed push by the Nigerian government to leverage international partnerships for national development in critical sectors.
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BREAKING: ICPC grills Gbajabiamila over PFIPC scandal
According to Jiti Ogunye, Gbajabiamila’s counsel, the president’s chief of staff appeared at the ICPC headquarters on Monday, where he was questioned over the PFIPC controversy.
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has interrogated Femi Gbajabiamila, chief of staff to President Bola Tinubu, over his role in the emergence of the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC).
According to Jiti Ogunye, Gbajabiamila’s counsel, the president’s chief of staff appeared at the ICPC headquarters on Monday, where he was questioned over the PFIPC controversy.
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NBC Begins Training of Free -To- Air TV Installers
” We are doing it to ensure that they can properly track the NigComsat signal. We found out that installers are very critical to the success of the DSO project because we recently launched the DTH project. We are going DTT. We are going DTH. We are doing mobile App.”
•50 set-top box installers and technicians in Ibadan
The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has commenced nationwide capacity-building exercise to prepare installers for the rollout of the country’s renewed Digital Switchover (DSO) programme.
The Head of the DSO Unit and Deputy Director of Public Affairs at the Commission, Mrs. Clementine Usman-Wamba, announced the development during training of more than 50 set-top box installers and technicians in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
According to her, broadcasters would be shut out of analogue broadcasting transmission by 2028, hence the need for the training of installers that are professionals to assist in the process.
She said, “We are actually here in Ibadan to train installers specifically to be part of the Digital Switch Over process.We are doing it in conjunction with Nigeria Communication Satellite Limited, (NigComSat). It is a joint outreach that we are doing here today.”
” We are doing it to ensure that they can properly track the NigComsat signal. We found out that installers are very critical to the success of the DSO project because we recently launched the DTH project. We are going DTT. We are going DTH. We are doing mobile App.”
She said that the installation of Free TV is to enable Nigerians to have access to many channels without subscription, noting that the NBC has embarked on the training of the installers of decoders and dishes nationwide for effective take off of the project.
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Authority blames Jigawa boat capsize on overloading, buried dead victims
The accident happened at about 1pm on Sunday when a canoe carrying between 30 and 40 passengers capsized while crossing the river
The Jigawa State Government has confirmed the recovery of six bodies following a boat mishap in Malamawar Yan Dutse community, Ringim Local Government Area of the state.
The State Commissioner for Special Duties and Humanitarian Affairs, Auwalu Sankara, confirmed the incident during a visit to the community.
Sankara said that the accident happened at about 1pm on Sunday when a canoe carrying between 30 and 40 passengers capsized while crossing the river.
He attributed the accident to overloading, saying the number of passengers exceeded the canoe’s capacity.
Search and rescue operations are still ongoing to locate the remaining missing passengers, while the recovered victims would be buried in accordance with Islamic rites.
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