By The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Kaduna State, Rt. Hon. Shehu Usman Bawa, has criticised the worsening security situation in the state, saying the government must move beyond statements and demonstrate leadership through concrete action. Bawa, who spoke against the backdrop of the latest attack and...
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An intelligence-led operation by a combined team of troops of the Nigerian Army, Department of Department of State Services (DSS) personnel, and Western Nigeria Security Network aka Amotekun officers, at the weekend in Owo forest, Ondo State, eliminated a senior leader of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP),...
Security agencies have intensified efforts to rescue 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members who were abducted along the Owerri–Onitsha Road in Imo State. The victims were reportedly kidnapped on October 1 around the Umunoha area, prompting a coordinated response from the military, police and intelligence agencies. Troops...
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called for the immediate rescue of about 20 prospective members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) reportedly abducted while travelling to their orientation camp, warning that insecurity must never be accepted as a normal part of life in Nigeria....
North-East Governors’ Forum (NEGF) has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for supporting key infrastructure projects in the region while unveiling fresh measures to tackle insecurity, poverty and other development challenges affecting the North-East. The position was presented at the 13th meeting of the North-East Governors’ Forum held on Saturday...
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested two suspected kidnappers at Makasa village in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Security sources said the suspects, identified as Muhammadu Nura, 35, and Monday Danjuma, 45, were arrested at about 2:15 p.m. on Friday by troops of Sector 7,...
Amnesty International has condemned the killing of at least 15 local farmers and firewood gatherers in Marte Local Government Area of Borno State, calling on the Nigerian government to ensure those responsible are brought to justice. The rights organisation described the attack, which happened on Thursday, October 1, as...
Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, has deployed the Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Operations, Shehu Umar Nadada, to Imo State to strengthen ongoing efforts to rescue prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members and other passengers abducted along the Owerri-Onitsha Road. The victims were kidnapped on...
Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has questioned President Bola Tinubu’s claims that Nigeria is making economic progress, saying many Nigerians are yet to feel any real improvement in their daily lives. In his message to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary on Thursday,...
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Kaduna State, Hon. Shehu Usman Bawa, popularly known as ABG, has called for deep reflection on Nigeria’s 66-year journey, urging citizens and leaders to rethink approaches to security, human capital development and shared prosperity. Bawa made the call in his 66th Independence...
The Armed Forces of Nigeria said its troops rescued 1,736 kidnapped victims and neutralised 554 terrorists and other criminals during nationwide operations carried out between July and September 2026. The Defence Headquarters disclosed this on Wednesday during its combined monthly and third-quarter briefing on military operations across the country....
As part of ongoing efforts to enhance operational effectiveness and strengthen security across the country, the Nigerian Army has officially operationalised three new Infantry Battalions in Zamfara State. The newly activated units are 12 Infantry Battalion Bakura, 23 Infantry Battalion Kaura Namoda, and 28 Infantry Battalion Anka are deployed...
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have rescued 41 travellers, including women and children, after armed men attempted to abduct them following a vehicle breakdown along a highway in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The Nigerian Army confirmed the rescue in a statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma...
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has charged newly commissioned officers of Direct Short Service Course (DSSC) 29/2026 to provide purposeful, professional and decisive leadership as the Nigerian Army expands its manpower, force structure and operational reach to address evolving national security challenges. Lieutenant General...
Chairman of Bungudu Local Government Area of Zamfara State, Hon. Nura Umar Abdullahi, and four other kidnap victims have regained their freedom after escaping from a terrorist hideout during a military operation in Zamfara State. The victims escaped in the early hours of Thursday as troops of Operation FANSAN...
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has credited the resilience and commitment of its workforce for the uninterrupted conduct of examinations despite security challenges, including Boko Haram insurgency, banditry, kidnapping and sit-at-home orders. Registrar of NECO, Prof. Ibrahim Dantani Wushishi, stated this on Wednesday in Minna, Niger State, at the...
The Theatre Commander, Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), Major General Ibikunle Ajose, has charged 925 newly trained Borno State Forest Guards to remain fearless, decisive and professional in supporting ongoing efforts to counter terrorism and other criminal activities across the state. Major General Ajose gave...
A prominent northern youth leader, Alhaji Ibrahim Dan-Musa, has lauded the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, noting that the nation is currently witnessing the tangible impact of a revitalized military force. Speaking in Lafia following a meeting of the Northern Ethnic Youth Group Assembly, Alhaji...
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has said Nigeria cannot achieve lasting peace unless the country tackles insecurity, poverty, hunger and poor governance. Obi made the statement in a message posted on his verified X account on Tuesday to mark the 2026 International Day of Peace. According...
Plateau State Government has imposed a 12-hour dusk-to-dawn curfew on Barkin Ladi, Bokkos and Mangu Local Government Areas with immediate effect, citing emerging security threats in the areas. The curfew, which commenced on Monday, September 21, will restrict movement between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. daily until further notice....