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Parents Reject Rice, Cash as Pressure Mounts Over Kidnapped Children in Oyo

June 2, 2026

Parents of the kidnapped children in Oyo have rejected offers of rice and cash assistance, insisting that their only concern is the safe return of their children. The families, whose children were abducted during attacks on schools in Oriire Local Government Area, said no amount of relief materials could replace the freedom of those still...

Eid security deployment begins as IGP orders nationwide operations

May 27, 2026

Eid security deployment has commenced nationwide after the Inspector-General of Police ordered extensive operations ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The police directive is aimed at strengthening public safety during the festive period across Nigeria. Security personnel are expected to monitor prayer grounds, highways, markets, recreation centres, and other public spaces. The Eid security deployment also...

Kogi kidnapping incident: Gunmen abduct medical worker, wife

May 22, 2026

The Kogi kidnapping incident has raised fresh security concerns after gunmen abducted a medical worker and his wife in Kogi State. The abduction reportedly occurred in the early hours during an attack by armed men. Local residents and security officials have since intensified efforts to secure the victims’ release. The incident adds to growing concerns...

NAF airstrikes destroy terrorist base in North-East under Operation Hadin Kai

May 2, 2026

NAF airstrikes targeted and destroyed terrorist bases in North-East Nigeria. The operations were conducted under Operation Hadin Kai by the Nigerian Air Force. Multiple insurgent enclaves in Sambisa and Tumbuns were struck. The NAF airstrikes formed part of ongoing counter-insurgency missions. The Nigerian Air Force said the missions were intelligence driven. It stated that coordinated...

“You Can’t Scare Me” Tinubu Tells Opposition Amid 2027 Alignments

April 17, 2026

You can’t scare me was the message delivered by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as he responded to growing opposition alignment ahead of the 2027 elections. He spoke during a meeting with the Renewed Hope Ambassadors in Abuja. The President said he would not be intimidated by political coalitions. He reaffirmed commitment to governance and democratic...

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COAS reaffirms decisive strategy against security threats in nationwide operations

April 11, 2026

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed that the Nigerian Army will continue to take decisive action against security threats action across the country, as part of ongoing operational efforts to stabilise affected regions. The statement was made during an operational visit to troops in Yobe State. During the visit, the...

Riders leasing model to replace hire purchase, FG announces

April 9, 2026

A riders leasing model has been introduced by the Federal Government as a structured alternative to replace what it described as exploitative hire purchase arrangements affecting motorcycle and tricycle operators across Nigeria. The initiative is designed to improve access to vehicles while reducing financial pressure on operators. The programme is being implemented through the Equipment...

Delta Police Smash Kidnap Syndicate, Rescue Three, Recover Rifle

March 19, 2026

The Delta State Police Command says it smashed a kidnap syndicate in an Issele‑Uku forest, rescued three kidnapped victims and recovered an AK‑47 rifle during a coordinated security operation. The operation followed a report of a kidnapping received at the Issele‑Uku Police Division on March 16, 2026. Police and partner security operatives launched a search‑and‑rescue...

Over 3.7 Million Nigerians Now Living in 3,900 Displacement Camps

March 16, 2026

Nigeria currently has about 3,725,593 internally displaced persons (IDPs) living across approximately 3,900 camps and settlements nationwide due to ongoing insecurity. Data compiled from the International Organisation for Migration’s Displacement Tracking Matrix, the National Bureau of Statistics, humanitarian agencies and government officials indicates that displacement remains a major humanitarian challenge across the country. The figures...

FG Reinforces Border Security, Reviews Defence Policy for Emerging Threats

February 24, 2026

The Federal Government has stated its determination to strengthen border security, enhance welfare for military veterans, and review key defence policy documents to reposition Nigeria’s national security architecture in response to emerging threats, the Minister of Defence said. Retired General Christopher Musa, the Minister of Defence, announced the government’s position while receiving members of the...

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