Category: Security
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IRAN-US-ISRAEL STRIKE SPARKS REGIONAL WAR, GLOBAL OIL SHOCKS
The assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on Feb. 28, 2026, allegedly by the United States and Israel, has ignited a full-blown regional conflict with global economic ripples. What began as a targeted strike has escalated into waves of Iranian missile and drone attacks on Israel and U.S. bases across the Gulf, while Tehran…
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HUMAN RIGHTS WATCH SLAMS ISRAEL FOR ALLEGED WHITE PHOSPHORUS USE IN LEBANON
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has accused Israel of illegally using white phosphorus in a residential area in southern Lebanon last week, warning of potentially fatal consequences for civilians. In a report released Monday, HRW said it verified seven recordings linked to the attack. White phosphorus ignites on contact with oxygen, burning until fully consumed, and…
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CLASHES ERUPT IN EASTERN LEBANON AFTER ALLEGED ISRAELI HELICOPTER LANDING ATTEMPT
Tensions flared in eastern Lebanon early Monday as violent clashes broke out following an alleged attempt by Israeli forces to carry out an airborne landing operation using helicopters near the Lebanese-Syrian border. According to Lebanon’s state-run National News Agency, heavy fighting occurred in the Al-Chaara area near the outskirts of Nabi Chit, as local fighters…
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COURT SETS MAY 18 FOR TRIAL OF MAN ACCUSED OF CALLING FOR COUP ON SOCIAL MEDIA
A Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled May 18 for the trial of a man accused of using social media to call on the military to overthrow the government of President Bola Tinubu. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik fixed the date on Monday after the prosecution requested more time to review the case file. The prosecutor,…
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BENUE LAWMAKERS ALARMED OVER ALLEGED TRAFFICKING OF 400 CHILDREN TO FCT ORPHANAGE
The Benue State House of Assembly has raised alarm over the alleged trafficking of more than 400 children from the state to an orphanage in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), demanding urgent action to locate and rescue them. The concern followed a motion by Peter Uche (APC/Guma) during plenary in Makurdi, where he cited reports…
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ISRAEL STRIKES IRAN SECURITY TARGETS AS MISSILE ATTACKS ESCALATE
Tensions in the Middle East escalated overnight as Israel launched fresh strikes on Iranian security-linked facilities, while Iran responded with new missile attacks that triggered sirens across parts of Israel. According to the Israeli military, the airstrikes targeted command centres tied to Iran’s internal security leadership and the Basij militia in Isfahan, along with long-range…
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SOUTH AFRICAN ARMY CHIEF PRAISES NIGERIA’S CYBER WARFARE CAPACITY
The Chief of the South African Army, Lt.-Gen. Lawrence Mbatha, has commended the Nigerian Army for its professionalism and growing strength in cyber warfare, describing the capability as vital in today’s security landscape. Mbatha gave the praise during a visit to the Nigerian Army Cyber Warfare Command in Abuja, noting that Nigeria and South Africa…
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UN REPORT: ATTACKS ON SCHOOLS SURGE 166% AS MILLIONS OF CHILDREN FACE WAR
A top UN human rights official has raised alarm over the rising toll of armed conflicts on children, revealing that attacks on schools worldwide jumped by 166% between 2021 and 2024. UN Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights Nada Al-Nashif disclosed this at the annual meeting of the UN Human Rights Council on children’s rights,…
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APPEAL COURT AFFIRMS EX-ARMY GENERAL’S CONVICTION, ORDERS REFUND OF OVER N4BN
Nigeria’s Court of Appeal has upheld the conviction of former Group Managing Director of Nigerian Army Properties Limited (NAPL), Maj.-Gen. Umar Mohammed, for stealing and misappropriating company funds. The appellate court dismissed his appeal challenging the jurisdiction and verdict of the Special Court Martial that convicted him in October 2023. Following that ruling, Mohammed was…
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AIR CHIEF SALUTES FEMALE PERSONNEL ON INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, has praised the dedication, courage, and professionalism of female officers and airwomen in the Nigerian Air Force as the world marks International Women’s Day 2026. In a message commemorating the day, Aneke highlighted the vital roles women play across flying, engineering, medical, administrative, and combat…
