The Osun State Government has unveiled a new security strategy designed to protect mining communities from criminal infiltration, following intelligence reports pointing to emerging threats around key mining locations across the state. Governor Ademola Adeleke announced the initiative during a mining security stakeholders’ conference held in Osogbo, where government officials, security agencies, traditional rulers, mining […]
Troops deployed under Operation Whirl Stroke have safely recovered an unexploded ordnance (UXO) discovered during a routine security patrol in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, preventing what could have posed a serious risk to residents. The device was found in Tse Orkpen, a community near Ukpiam, during a patrol carried out by personnel […]
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President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening the Nigerian Army through technology-driven reforms, enhanced military capabilities, and local defence manufacturing as Nigeria continues to confront terrorism, insurgency, banditry, and emerging cross-border security threats. The pledge was made during the grand finale of the 163rd Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL 2026) held […]
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The Federal Government has linked its ongoing road construction programme to broader efforts aimed at improving national security, with the rehabilitation of key highways in the North-East positioned as part of a strategy to strengthen military mobility and reconnect communities affected by years of insurgency. Speaking during the commencement of rehabilitation works at Muna City […]
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ABUJA, Nigeria – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed that strengthening cooperation between religious communities is central to tackling Nigeria’s persistent security challenges, stressing that lasting peace cannot be achieved through military action alone. The President made the remarks on Saturday while hosting Archbishop Paul R. Gallagher, the Vatican’s Secretary for Relations with States and […]
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European members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) have significantly increased their military contributions to compensate for recent reductions in planned US support, according to a senior alliance commander, signaling a major shift in Europe’s defense responsibilities. Speaking ahead of NATO’s upcoming summit, Sir John Stringer, NATO’s Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe, said European […]
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Residents of Geidam in Yobe State are assessing fresh losses after suspected Boko Haram insurgents launched a pre-dawn attack that left four vehicles destroyed, including government-owned vehicles and commercial trucks carrying goods belonging to local traders. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Friday, has renewed concerns over the security situation in parts […]
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Nigeria’s push for a major overhaul of its security system has reached a crucial stage as the Senate prepares to vote on a constitutional amendment that could pave the way for the creation of state police across the country. Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged all senators to be present during Wednesday’s plenary, stressing that […]
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A wave of drone activity over Moscow and surrounding areas on Thursday, June 18, triggered explosions, emergency responses, and a major fire that sent thick smoke into the sky, according to reports from Russian officials, local channels, and eyewitness footage circulating online. The incident unfolded during the early hours of the morning, with residents reporting […]
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Nigeria’s House of Representatives has launched a fresh legislative effort aimed at strengthening the country’s defence system, with lawmakers seeking reforms that could improve the capacity, structure, and effectiveness of the nation’s security institutions. The initiative was unveiled during a two-day public hearing organised by the House Committee on Defence at the National Assembly Complex […]
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Nigeria’s worsening security challenges have reached another troubling level as at least seven military figures — including serving commanders and a retired senior officer — have reportedly lost their lives to terrorist attacks, banditry, and kidnapping-related incidents since the beginning of 2026. The deaths have intensified concerns over the country’s ability to contain insurgency, especially […]
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Olu of Warri Not Involved in Oil Bunkering – Erewa Refutes Claims Chief Godday Oritsewino Erewa, a respected leader from the Etikan Kingdom in Ondo State and the Oritsuwa of Warri Kingdom, has firmly dismissed allegations accusing the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, of involvement in oil pipeline vandalism and illegal bunkering. He described […]
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Swift Police Action Neutralizes Kidnappers Along Lagos-Ibadan Expressway In a decisive operation, the Ogun State Police Command has successfully neutralized five suspected kidnappers along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, ensuring the safe rescue of three abducted victims. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, confirmed this development in a statement issued from Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. […]
