Federal Government has on Thursday directed the Nigeria Communication Commission (NCC) to block over N9 million unregistered sim cards until users present themselves, Minister of Communication, Dr Isa Pantami said.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has extolled its joint operation with United States' Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), as it has been able to arrest 167 suspected computer-related fraudsters in about 21 days.

The International Committee of the Red Cross has expressed readiness to explore all available channels of discussions to ensure that Nigerians held in captivity by terrorist groups are set free.

The Department of State Services, DSS, has called on the general public to report activities of anti-social elements who are plotting to destabilize Nigeria and undermine national peace, security, and unity to appropriate authorities.

The Federal Government of Nigeria through the SGF has agreed to recognise and observe September 16 of every year as National Identity Day in a move to create awareness on the importance of identification as a modern tool for national development and social cohesion.

Four Boko Haram logistics suppliers were arrested in Borno by the Nigerian Army as part of its renewed effort to suppress the insurgents’ economy.