‎‎NAF RECEIVES FIVE NEW HELICOPTERS AS FG ACCELERATES AIRPOWER MODERNISATION. (PHOTO).

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 ‎‎NAF RECEIVES FIVE NEW HELICOPTERS AS FG ACCELERATES AIRPOWER MODERNISATION ‎ The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has taken delivery of five new helicopters as the Federal Government accelerates efforts to modernize Nigeria’s airpower capabilities and strengthen the Armed Forces’ capacity to respond effectively to contemporary security challenges.  ‎ ‎A statement by the Director of Public Relations and Information Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame indicates that the platforms comprise three AW-109 Trekker B helicopters  and two H-125 helicopters. ‎ The three AW-109s, which form part of 10 recently acquired by the Federal Government, were received in Lagos on 15 September 2026, with the remaining seven expected to be delivered before the end of 2026. ‎ ‎The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, described the acquisition as another significant milestone in the Federal Government’s sustained investment in the modernization and re-equipment of the NAF noting that the new pl...

IGP DISU CONFERS POLICE NATIONAL YOUTH AMBASSADOR APPOINTMENT ON FLUTTERWAVE CEO, OLUGBENGA AGBOOLA OON. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


 IGP DISU CONFERS POLICE NATIONAL YOUTH AMBASSADOR APPOINTMENT ON FLUTTERWAVE CEO, OLUGBENGA AGBOOLA OON


The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, on Monday, 7th September 2026, received the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Flutterwave, Mr Olugbenga Agboola, OON, at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, where he formally conferred on him the appointment as National Youth Ambassador of the Nigeria Police Force under the International Youth Day 2026 – National Youth Security, Peacebuilding and Empowerment Initiative.


The appointment recognises Mr Agboola’s achievements as a technology entrepreneur and his leadership in building Flutterwave into a leading African financial technology company, particularly his contributions to innovation, financial inclusion, entrepreneurship and responsible enterprise.


The initiative is designed to leverage positive youth leadership and credible role models to promote peacebuilding, cybersecurity awareness, entrepreneurship and constructive civic participation, while encouraging young Nigerians to reject cybercrime and other social vices.


The IGP noted that the appointment reflects the Force’s commitment to engaging young Nigerians as partners in building safer communities and promoting responsible citizenship. He emphasised the importance of providing young people with positive pathways through education, innovation, entrepreneurship and lawful enterprise.


The IGP also highlighted the need to strengthen the technological capacity of young Police officers, particularly their understanding of emerging technologies and their application to modern policing. He noted that developing expertise in digital tools, technology and cyber-related investigative techniques would enhance the Force’s capacity to investigate cybercrime, trace digital evidence and respond effectively to technology-enabled criminality.


The IGP charged the new Ambassador to use his platform and influence to inspire young Nigerians to pursue legitimate opportunities, embrace integrity and responsible innovation, and contribute meaningfully to national development.


In his response, Agboola expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police for the confidence reposed in him and pledged to support the objectives of the initiative, particularly in youth empowerment, cybersecurity awareness, entrepreneurship and peaceful civic engagement.


The Flutterwave delegation included Dr Stanley Uzochukwu, CEO/Chairman, Stanel Group Ltd; Hajia Risikatu Ahmed, Managing Director, Flutterwave Services Ltd; Olufunmilayo Olaniyi, Senior Vice President/Head, Public Sector; Morounke Olufemi, Group Chief Financial Officer; Hadiza Nwide, Vice President, Business Development; Chizoba Okafor, Managing Director, MFB Flutterwave; Rachael E. Oke, Diaspora, UK Lead; Omobolade Oshiokameh, Chief of Staff – Nigeria; and Asuquo Betseabasi Eyo, Legal Assistant to the CEO, Stanel.


The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to strengthening strategic partnerships that advance youth empowerment, technological innovation and cybersecurity, while engaging young Nigerians as partners in building safer communities and contributing to national development.


CSP Ani Iniedu, anipr  

Force Public Relations Officer  

Force Headquarters, Abuja  

7th September, 2026.

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