Category: Security
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THE GOVERNMENT VOWS STRICT ACTION AGAINST ANYONE ATTEMPTING TO RETURN TO ILLEGAL SETTLEMENTS
During the clearance, officials discovered a dummy firearm and other weapons hidden in makeshift shelters beneath the bridges—highlighting the severity of criminal hideouts in these transport corridors. Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Mr. Sola Giwa, with support from LASTMA, LAWMA, KAI, LAMATA, and the Nigeria Police Force described the demolished areas as havens…
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RETIRED GEN. CHRISTOPHER MUSA URGES SOLDIERS TO STAY STEADFAST: “NIGERIA IS WORTH FIGHTING FOR”
At an emotional Pulling-Out Parade in Abuja, Retired Gen. Christopher Musa marked the end of his distinguished 39-year military career with a powerful message, Nigeria is a nation worth every sacrifice. Musa reflected on his time in service as the greatest honour of his life, expressing gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for the trust to…
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LT.-GEN. SHAIBU SHAKES UP NIGERIAN ARMY LEADERSHIP WITH KEY APPOINTMENTS
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has approved major postings and appointments of senior officers to boost leadership and operational strength across the Nigerian Army. This reshuffle covers important command, staff, and training roles aimed at enhancing discipline and readiness. Several Major Generals and Brigadier Generals have been redeployed to strategic positions. For…
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TINUBU LAUNCHES NINAUTH APP TO BOOST NIGERIA’S IDENTITY SYSTEM
President Bola Tinubu has vowed to deliver a secure, credible national identity management system, key to Nigeria’s development. At the State House on Thursday, he launched the NINAuth App a mobile tool by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) that verifies identity with ease. Tinubu highlighted how this tech innovation will fight bureaucracy and corruption…
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POLICE INVESTIGATING ARSON ATTACK ON ONDO PREPAID METER WAREHOUSE
The Police Command in Ondo State has launched an investigation into an arson attack that destroyed prepaid meters worth over ₦10 million at a warehouse in Okitipupa. DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, the command’s spokesperson, assured the public that those responsible will be brought to justice. The warehouse, owned by Active Achievers Nigeria Limited and located on…
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JUDGE SENDS DAVID ABIODUN TO 7 YEARS FOR KIDNAPPING UI STUDENT
Federal High Court judge Nkeonye Maha has sentenced 20-year-old David Abiodun to seven years in prison with hard labor for kidnapping a 17-year-old undergraduate from the University of Ibadan. The judgment was handed down after Abiodun pleaded guilty and the court considered overwhelming evidence from the prosecution. The sentence runs concurrently with six years to…
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TINUBU PINS THE STARS!
A proud moment at the Villa as President Bola Tinubu congratulated Gen. Olufemi Oluyede after decorating him as Nigeria’s new Chief of Defence Staff — symbolizing a fresh charge at the nation’s military helm.NAN-PHOTO / Sumaila Ibrahim Wings of Honour! It was smiles all around as President Bola Tinubu decorated Air Marshal Sunday Aneke as…
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EFCC CHAIRMAN OLA OLUKOYEDE URGES CAR DEALERS TO AVOID MONEY LAUNDERING RITUALS
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)(https://home.westafricaweekly.com/efcc-chairman-olukoyede-tasks-car-dealers-on-mandatory-scuml-registration-to-tackle-money-laundering/) Ola Olukoyede has issued a stern warning to car dealers nationwide: be cautious of those attempting to launder illicit funds through vehicle purchases and dealership transactions. At a recent capacity-building workshop organized for members of the Association of Motor Dealers of Nigeria (AMDON)(https://punchng.com/report-suspicious-transactions-to-efcc-adeleke-urges-car-dealers/) in Osun…
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NEW NAVAL CHIEF REAR ADMIRAL IDI ABBAS VOWS TO DRIVE A DISCIPLINED, TECHNOLOGY-FOCUSED NIGERIAN NAVY
Rear Admiral Idi Abbas has officially taken the helm as the 23rd Chief of Naval Staff, pledging to lead a decisive and professional Nigerian Navy dedicated to protecting the nation’s maritime borders and enhancing the blue economy. Speaking at his inauguration in Abuja, Abbas vowed to confront maritime crimes such as crude oil theft, sea…
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70 YEARS OF WOMEN IN NIGERIA POLICE: HONOURING COURAGE, RESILIENCE, AND SERVICE
The Nigeria Police Force is set to celebrate 70 years of women in policing this December 3 and 4, marking seven decades of dedication and bravery since the first policewomen joined in 1955. CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the Force Public Relations Officer, announced that the event will be held at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. Inspector-General…
