Category: Security
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ARMY CRACKDOWN IN SOUTH-EAST: GUNRUNNER CAUGHT, IPOB HIDEOUTS RAIDED
Troops of Nigerian Army under Operation UDO KA have stepped up operations across the South-East, arresting a suspected gunrunner and raiding criminal hideouts in Abia State and Imo State. The suspect was picked up in Ukwa East, with early findings linking him to a weapons supply chain moving arms from Bayelsa to criminal groups. Efforts…
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“SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING!” – DEFENCE MINISTER TASKS STUDENTS ON SECURITY
Nigeria’s Defence Minister, Christopher Musa, is calling on students to step up and support national security efforts, stressing that keeping the country safe is everyone’s responsibility. Speaking to students of Veritas University during a visit to the Ministry of Defence, the minister urged young Nigerians to stay alert and report suspicious activities. “Security is not…
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RIBADU’S STRATEGY WINS PRAISE—BUT TROOPS NEED MORE SUPPORT, GROUP SAYS
The Community Safety Vanguard has applauded Nuhu Ribadu for deploying intelligence-driven tactics that are disrupting terrorist operations across Nigeria. The group says recent coordinated operations have intercepted weapons, fuel, and logistics meant for insurgents—weakening their ability to strike and limiting movement. They also praised agencies like the Nigerian Armed Forces, Nigeria Police Force, and Department…
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KATSINA BLOODBATH: POLICE HUNT BANDITS AFTER DEADLY REPRISAL ATTACK
Police in Katsina have launched a full-scale manhunt after suspected bandits carried out a deadly reprisal attack in Kankia communities, killing 11 people. Commissioner of Police, Ali Umar-Fage, says the attack came after recent security operations disrupted bandit activities in the area. Just days earlier, officers foiled cattle rustling attempts in Gadar Yan Tulu and…
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UN SOUNDS ALARM: END ATTACKS ON JOURNALISTS NOW
New York, May 1, 2026 — The United Nations has raised fresh concerns over rising attacks on journalists, warning that press freedom is under serious threat globally. UN Human Rights Chief, Volker Türk, said no country is truly safe for journalists, as killings, arrests, and intimidation continue to rise. Ahead of World Press Freedom Day,…
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BANDITS STORM KWARA POLICE CAMP, KILL 3 OFFICERS
Ilorin, May 2, 2026 — Gunmen suspected to be bandits attacked a Police Mobile Force (PMF) camp in Tenebo village, Kaiama LGA of Kwara, killing three officers and injuring several others. The attack, which happened in the early hours, was described by the state Commissioner of Police, Ojo Adekimi, as “heinous and cowardly.” He praised…
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NDLEA CRACKS DOWN IN ABUJA, ARRESTS 132, SEIZES 220KG DRUGS
Abuja — The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has dismantled multiple drug hubs across the FCT, arresting 132 suspects and recovering over 220kg of illicit substances in a two-week crackdown. The raids, backed by intelligence and surveillance, targeted major hotspots including Gwarinpa, Wuse, Kubwa, Jabi, and Suleja, among others. Recovered items ranged from cannabis…
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NDA DISMISSES VIRAL CADET SANCTIONS REPORTS AS UNAUTHORISED
Kaduna — The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has distanced itself from viral reports detailing sanctions against some cadets, describing the publications as unauthorised. The academy clarified that disciplinary actions followed routine Commandant’s Orders—a standard military process for handling infractions. While confirming that some cadets were dismissed or withdrawn after being found guilty, NDA stressed it…
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NSCDC PRAISES PRIVATE GUARD FIRMS, WARNS DEFAULTERS IN FCT
Abuja — The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in the FCT has commended Private Guard Companies for complying with licence renewals and ongoing training of personnel. Commandant Olusola Odumosu said the improved compliance is boosting intelligence gathering and strengthening security across the capital. However, he warned that firms failing to renew licences or…
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NAF AIRSTRIKES POUND SAMBISA, WIPE OUT SCORES OF TERRORISTS
Abuja — The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has eliminated scores of terrorists and destroyed key hideouts in fresh airstrikes across Sambisa Forest and the Tumbuns axis of Borno. According to NAF, the precision strikes—carried out under Operation Hadin Kai—targeted insurgents’ enclaves, logistics hubs, and fortified bases using credible intelligence. A major strike at Alafa in…
