Category: Security
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TROOPS RESCUE 23 KIDNAP VICTIMS, RECOVER VEHICLES AFTER KOGI ATTACK
Troops of 12 Brigade Nigerian Army, have rescued 23 kidnap victims following an attack by suspected bandits along the Ayegunle–Bunu road in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi. According to an operational report made available in Abuja on Monday, June 1, troops of 12 Brigade, deployed in Kabba, responded swiftly to a distress call about…
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N.U.T CALLS FOR INCREASED SECURITY IN OSUN BORDER SCHOOLS
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) in Osun State has urged the state government to deploy more security personnel to schools in remote communities bordering neighbouring states. The Chairman of the union in the state, Mr Babalola Babatunde, made the appeal on Monday, June1, in Osogbo. Babatunde said the deployment of additional security personnel to…
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POLICE LAUNCH MANHUNT AS TWO KILLED, HOUSES BURNT IN ILESHA BARUBA VIOLENCE
The Kwara State Police Command has launched a manhunt for individuals involved in a violent reprisal attack that left two people dead and about 10 houses destroyed in Ilesha Baruba, Baruten Local Government Area of the state. The incident, which occurred on May 30, 2026, reportedly stemmed from a bloody machete confrontation between an unidentified…
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POLICE IN KWARA ARREST THREE FOR VANDALISM, ARMED ROBBERY
The Violent Crimes Response Unit (VCRU) of the Kwara State Police Command has arrested three involved in vandalising government-installed solar streetlights and carrying out armed robbery-related activities along the Asa Dam/Dangote Road axis in Ilorin metropolis. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, the operation, carried out in…
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EID-EL-KABIR: CDS OLUYEDE URGES UNITY, SALUTES TROOPS’ SACRIFICES
The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has called on members of the Nigerian Armed Forces to continue to embrace unity, sacrifice and patriotism as Nigerians celebrate Eid-el-Kabir. In his goodwill message, Oluyede described the festival as a reminder of faith, obedience and selfless service, noting that these values are key to national peace…
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EID-EL-KABIR, CHILDREN’S DAY: LAGOS POLICE DEPLOY MASSIVE SECURITY ACROSS THE STATE
The Lagos State Police Command has intensified security across the state following the Eid-el-Kabir and Children’s Day celebrations. According to the Command, personnel have been deployed to strategic locations including Eid prayer grounds, worship centres, recreation spots, highways, motor parks, and critical infrastructure to ensure the safety of lives and property. The police also say…
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EID-EL-KABIR: NSCDC DEPLOYS 670 PERSONNEL ACROSS ABIA FOR PEACEFUL CELEBRATION
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Abia State Command, has deployed 670 personnel across the state ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration to ensure peace and security. According to the Command, the deployment includes officers from tactical teams, special forces, anti-vandalism units, and the Rapid Response Squad. Personnel have been stationed at Eid prayer…
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NIGERIAN NAVY AT 70: CNS INAUGURATES BASE, HOUSING PROJECTS, FLAGS OFF NAVAL HOSPITAL
The Nigerian Navy has inaugurated a new Naval Base in Galadimawa, Abuja, as part of activities marking its 70th anniversary. The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Adm. Idi Abbas, also inaugurated accommodation blocks, water supply systems, and electrification projects. He further flagged off the construction of a 200-bed Naval Hospital in Asokoro, designed to improve…
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NIGERIAN ARMY, TETFund DEEPEN PARTNERSHIP ON LOCAL DEFENCE TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
The Nigerian Army has announced plans to strengthen its collaboration with the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) to boost local production of military hardware. The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, said the partnership is aimed at reducing dependence on foreign military imports while expanding research and training in key areas such as drone…
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NAVY PLEDGES EDUCATIONAL, HEALTH SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS IN CROSS RIVER
The Nigerian Navy says it is committed to the educational and health support of students in Cross River as part of its obligation to national development and human capacity building. Capt. David Odu, Command Education Officer, Eastern Naval Command (ENC), said this on Tuesday May 26 in Calabar, during an educational and medical outreach as…
