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Videos of soldiers collecting bribe “social media hysteria-inducing manipulations”…
The Nigerian Army has faulted videos purportedly showing soldiers collecting bribes on the road, describing them as "social media hysteria-inducing manipulations".This was contained in a statement signed by the Director, Army Public…
Recapture towns under B’Haram captivity – Army chief urges troops
The Chief of Army Staff, Maj.-Gen. Ibrahim Attahiru, says troops of Operation Lafiya Dole must within 48 hours recover towns captured recently by Boko Haram insurgents in Marte Local Government Area, LGA, of Borno State.Attahiru gave…
Armed bandits burn Catholic Church, 2 homes in Kaduna
The Kaduna State Government says armed bandits burnt the Holy Family Catholic Church, and two homes, in Kikwari village, Kajuru local government area.Commissioner of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan disclosed this in a…
Release of Kagara schoolkids likely today – Sheikh Gumi
Popular Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi says the 42 abducted Kagara students and staff could be freed today.He stated this on Saturday, few days after meeting the bandits behind the kidnapping.Recall that bandits in military…
We’ll protect all citizens – National Economic Council
The National Economic Council (NEC) says it is committed to the protection of residents of all states, including non-indigenous communities.Gov. Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State briefed State House correspondents after NEC meeting presided…
Military Action alone can’t stop Security Challenge -Buratai
Retired Lt.Gen.Tukur Buratai, former Chief of Army Staff says military action alone can’t tackle security challenges in the country.Buratai, a non career ambassadorial designate said this, when he appeared before Senate…
Self Defence: “It’s A Call For Anarchy” – Ex-DSS Director Replies Defence…
A former Director of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mike Ejiofor, has faulted Minister of Defence, Maj.-Gen. Bashir Magashi's call for Nigerians to defend themselves against bandits and other criminal elements.Ejiofor condemned…
We’ll rescue kidnapped Kagara schoolchildren – IGP Adamu vows
The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu has assured the nation that the force is irrevocably committed to the safe rescue of all abductees in the recent attack on Government Science College, Kagara in Rafi Local Government Area of…
Shasha Ethnic Clash Manifestation Of Barbarism – MURIC
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has condemned ethnic killings that occurred in Shasha, Ibadan, Oyo State last week.
No fewer than six casualties were recorded, and several houses razed, in the debacle that was reportedly triggered by a…
Gunmen Invade Niger Again
Hours after 42 people, including 27 students, were abducted from a school in Kagara, Rafi LGA of Niger State, suspected bandits have again attacked Gurmana ward of Shiroro LGA.It was gathered that the assailants launched attacks on…
Matawalle Briefs Buhari on Security Situation in Zamfara
Gov. Bello Matawalle of Zamfara on Wednesday in Abuja briefed President Muhammadu Buhari on the security situation in his state with the president pledging to assist the north-western state to address the lingering in challenges.…
Kagara: Abduction of schoolkids “reprehensible act” – Northern governors
The Northern Governors Forum (NGF) has condemned the abduction of some students, staff and families of the Government Science College (GSC), Kagara in Niger State by armed bandits.The Chairman of the forum and Governor of Plateau, Simon…
Troops in Pursuit of Abductors of Kagara School Victims – Army
The Nigerian Army says its troops have been mobilised in pursuit of abductors of kidnapped members of staff and students of Government Science School, Kagara, Niger.The Director, Army Public Relations, Brig.-Gen. Mohammed…
Sheikh Gumi vows to visit Kagara over schoolchildren’s abduction
Popular Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has said he would visit Kagara, the Niger State community where 27 students were abducted early Wednesday.Speaking with Daily Trust, Sheikh Gumi described the abduction as "unfortunate".He…
Niger gov confirms abduction of 27 students, 15 other persons at Kagara school
The Governor of Niger State, Abubakar Sani-Bello, on Wednesday confirmed the abduction of 27 students, three staff and 12 family members by gunmen at the Government Science College, Kagara, in Rafi Local Government Area of the state.…
Farmers/herdsmen clashes: Abiodun, Akeredolu, 4 northern govs hold stakeholders meeting
The Dapo Abiodun-led Ogun State Government on Tuesday held a stakeholders’ meeting aimed at resolving the recent farmers/herders clashes in parts of the state.The meeting, which was held at the Oba’s Complex in Abeokuta, was also…
IGP launches Operation Puff Adder II to check insecurity
The Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Mr. Mohammed Adamu, has called on stakeholders to collaborate with the police to enable it to achieve its security and safety mandate in the country.Adamu made the call on Monday in Abuja during…
4 Northern govs visit Makinde over Ibadan Shasha market crisis
Governors from four Northern states, on Monday evening visited Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state, in Ibadan, over the recent clash between Yoruba and Hausa traders at Shasha market in Ibadan.The visiting governors were, Alhaji Abubakar…
Kaduna bandits kill soldier set to marry in 3 weeks
Bandits in Kaduna State have killed Air Craftsman Abubakar Muhammad Ahmad, a soldier with the Nigerian Air Force that was due to marry in three weeks.Senator for Kaduna Central in the 8th Senate, Shehu Sani mourned the killing on social…
Sheikh Gumi: Bandits plotting to acquire anti-aircraft missiles
Popular Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi says bandits in the north are plotting to procure anti-aircraft missiles to confront the nation's military.He said that they were planning this with the proceeds of kidnapping.However, the…
Gov. Ugwuanyi Inaugurates 272 Community Policing Officers in Enugu
Gov. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State on Friday inaugurated the 272 special constables recruited for the community policing programme in the state.Ugwuanyi said that the officers were recruited from the Neighborhood…
Criticisms shouldn’t distract you – Osun monarch tells Nigerian Army
A traditional ruler in Osun, the Olowu of Kuta, Oba Adekunle Oyelude, has urged the Nigerian Army not be distracted by criticisms as they continue their onslaught to end insurgency in Nigeria.Oyelude, Tegbosun III, who is also the…
Abducted ATBU Lecturer Regains Freedom
Prof. Aliyu Mohammed of Department of Agriculture, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, on Thursday regained freedom after spending 21 days in captivity.The professor was released after paying an undisclosed…
“Most of the herdsmen killing our people are not even Nigerians” – Ortom
The Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom says most of the herdsmen killing Nigerians are aliens.He therefore called on the Federal Government to ensure that everyone coming into the country is adequately profiled so as to fish out…
Drones, helicopters needed to monitor bandits – Senate tells security agencies
The Senate on Tuesday urged Security Agencies to actively deploy drones and helicopters to monitor forests and unguarded areas in Nigeria to identify illegal camps of bandits.This was part of its resolutions following its adoption of a…
How oil thieves killed soldier for patrolling in Bayelsa
Unknown gunmen suspected to be oil thieves have killed a soldier and made away with his weapon in Apoi Community in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa.A similar fate befell a team of Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps…
58 Suspects Arrested in Connection with Lagos Island Unrest
The Police Command in Lagos State has arrested 58 suspects in its effort to restore normalcy to the Agarawu, Ita Faaji, Igbosere and other areas on the Lagos Island.The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State, Mr Hakeem Odumosu…
Army refutes reports of killing of 5 soldiers in Borno
The Army has refuted some media reports that five soldiers were killed and others abducted by insurgents during repair of an electricity facility along Maiduguri- Damaturu road on Monday.Col. Ado Isa, the Army Deputy Director of Public…
Citizens with BVN to be provided with NIN – Communications Minister
The Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy is collaborating with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to ensure citizens with Bank Verification Number (BVN) are automatically provided with the National Identification Number (NIN).…
19 Suspected Cultists Arrested in Lagos Over Cult Clash
The Police in Lagos State has arrested 19 suspected cultists in connection with alleged cult-related fracas at Alakuko, Dalemo and Kola areas of the state.The Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, Mr Hakeem Odumosu, announced…