Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani has declared that his administration will not tolerate any individual or group seeking to undermine peace and security in Kaduna State, warning that those he described as “conflict merchants” would be dealt with in accordance with the law. The governor spoke on Monday while...
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Nigerian Army (NA), in sustained multi-theatre operations across the country in the last 24 hours, has recorded decisive operational successes, neutralising 3 terrorists, securing the surrender of 1 terrorist family member, arresting 20 suspects. The Army in a statement via its X handle @HQNigerianArmy, said troops recovering a significant...
Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed deep concern over what he described as Nigeria’s “politics of zero humanity,” warning that political leaders are prioritising the 2027 elections while thousands of citizens are being killed and abducted across the country. In a strongly worded statement, Obi lamented that while...
Worried by the grave humanitarian tragedy that has affected the people of Benue State since 2015, Prof Iyorwuese Hagher has called on the Federal Government of Nigeria to declare a state of emergency in the Sankera axis of Benue State and deploy sufficient, rights-respecting security forces to restore control...
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday appealed to the leadership of the 10th Senate to amend the constitution to provide a legal framework for the establishment of State Police to tackle insecurity nationwide. President Tinubu made the appeal during an interfaith breakfast with senators at the Presidential Villa in Abuja....
In a shocking escalation of political violence, former presidential candidate Peter Obi and other leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) narrowly escaped an assassination attempt in Benin City, Edo State, on February 24, 2026. Gunmen reportedly trailed Obi, former APC National Chairman Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, Prof. Oserheimen Osunbor,...
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly criticised the Federal Government of Nigeria over reports alleging that ransom was paid to secure the release of kidnapped victims in parts of Niger, Kebbi, and Kwara states. In a statement posted on its official X handle.on Tuesday, the opposition party described the...
Senator Diket Plang, representing Plateau Central Senatorial Zone, has called for increased and effective funding for Nigeria’s security agencies following recent deadly attacks and a mining tragedy in Plateau State, which left several residents dead. Speaking at his residence while addressing journalists, the lawmaker expressed deep sorrow over the...
National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sen. Ajibola Basiru, has charged the Executive arm of government to champion constitutional obedience, the Legislature to enhance its oversight functions, the Judiciary to guard its independence, and citizens to conscientiously demand transparency and accountability. Dr. Basiru gave the charge while...
Armed bandits have demanded N100 million ransom to release the wife of a forest guard killed during a deadly attack on Oba community in Isin Local Government Area of Kwara State. The gunmen invaded the community around 8 p.m. on Wednesday, shooting dead Raimi Ogunrinde, a forest guard recently...
Troops of 12 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have recorded a major operational success under Operation IGBO IDANU I, dealing a decisive strategic blow to a notorious terrorist network linked to Kachalla Ibrahim and Shu’aibu in Kogi State. Advancing through dense forest, difficult terrain, and multiple riverine obstacles, the troops displayed...
As part of efforts to fight insecurity, the Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia has pledged to construct the Nyihemba-Anwase-Abande road to ease movement and also enhance patrol and rapid response by security operatives. Governor Alia also assured the community that he would revive the energy (power) at Anwase,...
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved the immediate deployment of the Chief of Army Staff Intervention Battalion of special forces to Plateau State. The Troops who are already in the State to aggressively and decisively deal with the recent resurgence of terrorists attacks...
President Bola Tinubu on Monday declared that Nigeria will defeat terrorism and banditry, describing the security threats as “unacceptable” and alien to the nation’s core values. Declaring open the Second National Economic Council (NEC) Conference at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, President Tinubu assured Nigerians of his administration’s...
Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) has issued a strongly worded statement condemning the escalating wave of killings and abductions across the country, warning that Nigeria is fast becoming a “field of grief” as violence continues unchecked. In a joint press statement titled: “ _The Cry of the Innocent: Stop...
United States (US) Mission in Nigeria has condemned the deadly attack on communities in Kwara State that reportedly claimed the lives of more than 160 people, describing the violence as horrific and senseless. In a statement shared via its official X handle, @USinNigeria, the U.S. expressed deep sympathy with...
Tragedy struck Karku community in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State on Saturday as terrorists abducted a Catholic priest and ten other residents, while three persons were killed during the attack. The kidnapped priest is Reverend Father Nathaniel Asuwaye, the Parish Priest of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Karku,...
Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for Kwara State following a directive from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to conduct an on-the-spot assessment of the recent deadly terrorist’s attack in Woro, Kaiama Local Government Area of the state. The visit underscores the Federal Government’s resolve to respond decisively to...
Abdullahi Lankai, popularly known as “Lantai Officer,” a repentant bandit leader earlier reported killed in a violent factional clash, has resurfaced alive and returned to his community, PRNigeria has reported Multiple community sources in Jibia and Batsari Local Government Areas of Katsina State disclosed that Lankai arrived home on...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday strongly condemned the deadly attack on villagers in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, describing the assault as “cowardly and beastly,” while ordering the immediate deployment of an Army battalion to restore peace. The President disclosed this after a meeting with the...