Category: Security
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NIGER DELTA YOUTH CLASH WITH SECURITY IN FIERY PROTEST AT NNPCL HQ
When fiery demands meet barricades—protesters and security locked horns in Abuja as the Niger Delta Ethnic Nationalities Youth Leaders Forum (NDENYLF) stormed NNPCL’s gates, accusing the group MD of corruption, job cuts, and office abuse. Abuja witnessed a heated standoff on Wednesday as members of the Niger Delta Ethnic Nationalities Youth Leaders Forum (NDENYLF) descended…
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DEADLY MINNEAPOLIS SCHOOL SHOOTING ROCKS COMMUNITY DURING MORNING MASS
A quiet morning at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis shattered in tragedy when a gunman opened fire through church windows during a Mass, leaving two children dead and 17 others wounded. The victims include 14 children, aged 6 to 15, and three elderly adults in their 80s. Though the injured are expected to survive, the loss weighs heavily on a mourning community still searching for answers.The shooter, 23-year-old Robin Westman, formerly Robert…
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UN CONDEMNS KILLING OF FIVE PALESTINIAN JOURNALISTS IN GAZA, CALLS FOR JUSTICE
The UN human rights office (OHCHR) condemned the killing of five Palestinian journalists in Gaza by Israeli strikes on Nasser Hospital, bringing the total journalist deaths since October to 247. The journalists worked for major outlets like AP, Al Jazeera, and Reuters, highlighting the urgent need for accountability and protection of media workers under international…
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TROOPS DEAL BLOW TO BOKO HARAM, KILL COMMANDERS IN BORNO, YOBE
In a series of operations from August 21-23, troops of Operation HADIN KAI wiped out top Boko Haram commanders and dozens of fighters across Borno and Yobe States. Supported by air strikes, ground forces foiled coordinated attacks, killed 11 terrorists including key leaders Abu Nazir and Abu Fatima, and seized weapons and motorcycles. The 21…
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NDLEA BUSTS KANO AIRPORT DRUG SYNDICATE, MOVES TO FREE INNOCENT PILGRIMS
A major drug cartel at Kano Airport has been exposed, revealing how unsuspecting Nigerian pilgrims were framed and detained in Saudi Arabia. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has cracked a major drug smuggling ring at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. They arrested 55-year-old kingpin Mohammed Ali Abubakar aka Bello Karama and five others.…
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VP SHETTIMA HONOURED AT 2025 AFRICAN CHIEFS OF DEFENCE STAFF SUMMIT IN ABUJA
In a moment of recognition and unity, Vice President Kashim Shettima received a special souvenir from Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, highlighting strong leadership bonds at the 2025 African Chiefs of Defence Staff Summit. Abuja played host to the 2025 African Chiefs of Defence Staff Summit on Monday, where key security leaders…
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VICE PRESIDENT SHETTIMA AT NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE GRADUATION
On Friday, August 22, 2025, Abuja played host to the grand graduation of National Defence College Course 33. Vice President Kashim Shettima was front and centre, receiving a special souvenir from Rear Admiral J.O. Okosun, the Commandant of the College. The ceremony was a star-studded affair with Defence Minister of State Bello Matawalle and course…
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DRIVING SAFETY HOME: NAN AND FRSC JOIN FORCES FOR ABUJA ROADS
When news meets safety, Abuja roads get a winning combo! The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) are teaming up to steer public awareness in the right direction. On Thursday, August 21, 2025, a powerhouse partnership took shape as Ali Mohammed Ali, Managing Director of NAN, warmly welcomed Felix…
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ARMY CHIEF GETS WARM WELCOME AND SOUVENIR FROM AKWA IBOM GOVERNOR
When military meets hospitality: Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede’s visit to Akwa Ibom’s Government House was more than just protocols—it was a snapshot of camaraderie and respect. In a cordial Wednesday rendezvous at Government House, Uyo, Chief of Army Staff Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede was warmly received by Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom. The highlight? The governor…
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BREAKING BARRIERS BEHIND BARS: LAGOS HOSTS NCS INMATES’ GRADUATION GALA
Who says second chances can’t come with fanfare? Lagos just rolled out the red carpet for transformation as the Nigerian Correctional Service Zone ‘A’ showcased their 2025 Correctional Inmates Exhibition and Graduation Ceremony—proving growth never takes a day off. On Wednesday, August 20, Lagos played host to a powerful celebration of hope and progress. The…
