Category: Security
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INSPIRED LEADER, LASTING LEGACY: SALUTING SOLOMON EHIGIATOR ARASE
Solomon Ehigiator Arase was more than just a police officer; he was a visionary who reshaped Nigerian policing and empowered generations. His journey from a disciplined youth in Edo State to Nigeria’s 18th Inspector-General of Police is a story of dedication, reform, and relentless service.Born in 1956, Arase’s commitment to education laid the groundwork for his impactful career. Armed with degrees in Political Science, Law, and advanced military studies, he was ready to…
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OVER 23,600 STILL MISSING IN NIGERIA, LEAVING FAMILIES IN ANGUISH — ICRC
Thousands of Nigerian families, mostly women, endure pain and uncertainty as loved ones remain missing amid conflicts. The ICRC reports that 23,659 people remain missing in Nigeria, impacting 13,595 families—68% of whom are women and 59% were minors when they disappeared. Yobe State records the highest cases. The ICRC continues to support reunifications and offers…
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MAN BEHEADED IN EBONYI AS COMMUNAL CONFLICT ESCALATES
A middle-aged man’s brutal killing deepens tension in Ebonyi’s long-standing land dispute. The Ebonyi Police confirmed the beheading of Dick Nnachi in Oso-Edda amid ongoing clashes with Amasiri community over land. DSP Joshua Ukandu condemned the act and vowed swift justice while urging residents to avoid buffer zones declared by the government to restore peace…
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NDLEA SEIZES 104,900 TRAMADOL CAPSULES FOR INSURGENTS, MAKES MULTIPLE DRUG ARRESTS
NDLEA cracks down on drug trafficking, intercepting massive consignments fueling insurgency in northern Nigeria. At Abuja/Kaduna tollgate, NDLEA caught 104,900 tramadol capsules hidden in a fuel tanker destined for Borno insurgents. Additional busts include 34.15kg of skunk at Zaria checkpoint, 30,640 tramadol pills and 7,940 rohypnol tablets seized from a major supplier in Maiduguri, plus…
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NIGER DELTA YOUTH LEADERS SUSPEND MASS ACTION AGAINST NNPCL FOR PEACE TALKS
Niger Delta ethnic youth leaders hit pause on protests, eye dialogue to resolve grievances with Nigeria’s oil giant. The Niger Delta Ethnic Nationalities Youth Leaders Forum announced a temporary suspension of their planned mass action against NNPCL following stakeholder interventions. The forum issues remain: refinery shutdowns, job cuts, and regional marginalization. Leaders emphasize their cause…
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ASHAOLU SAN URGES YOUTH EMPOWERMENT TO CURB CYBERCRIME, CALLS FOR GOVT ACTION
Former AG Titus Ashaolu warns rising cybercrime stems from lack of opportunities and urges governments to boost youth jobs and agriculture support. Ashaolu (SAN) stressed the urgent need for enabling environments that promote job creation and vocational training to steer youths away from crime. He called for more investment in agriculture and parental guidance to…
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NAFDAC SEALS ILLEGAL HERBAL MEDICINE FACILITY IN KADUNA STATE
NAFDAC cracks down on unsafe herbal medicine production, sealing unregistered Kaduna facility to protect public health. The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control shut down SHIFA’UNNUR in Mararaba Jos, Igabi LGA, for operating without registration and failing minimum hygienic standards. Over N5 million worth of unapproved herbal products were seized for destruction.…
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FG PROMISES PASSPORTS WITHIN ONE WEEK AS FEES DOUBLE SEPTEMBER 2025
Say goodbye to long waits and corruption—Nigeria’s passport processing set to be faster and more secure than ever. Interior Minister Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo revealed plans to cut passport delivery time to under a week, part of sweeping reforms to end delays and eliminate racketeering. Thanks to a new centralized printing center, passports can now be…
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NIGERIAN GUILD OF EDITORS CONDEMNS KILLING OF GAZA JOURNALISTS, CALLS FOR PRESS FREEDOM AND JUSTICE
In a plea for justice, the Nigerian Guild of Editors demands an end to the killing of journalists in Gaza and intensified protection for media workers worldwide, while also spotlighting threats to press freedom at home. The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has issued a heartfelt condemnation following the deaths of five journalists in Gaza,…
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FRSC AND EFCC TEAM UP TO FIGHT ECONOMIC CRIME AND ROAD CARNAGE
In Abuja on Wednesday, FRSC Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed and EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede shook hands and joined forces at the FRSC headquarters. The mission? To crack down on economic sabotage and tackle the deadly menace of road crashes in Nigeria. It’s a power duo move aimed at making Nigerian roads safer and the economy…
