Category: Security
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NIGERIAN ARMY SHARPENS LEADERSHIP SKILLS TO ENHANCE COMBAT EFFECTIVENESS
The Nigerian Army is doubling down on transformational leadership training for its junior and middle cadre officers, emphasizing that strong leadership is key to success on the battlefield and other operations. Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, Chief of Army Staff, highlighted this during a seminar held at the 8 Division in Sokoto, delivered through Major-General Ibikunle Ajose.…
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EFCC ARRAIGNS MT Ostria VESSEL AND THREE MEN OVER ₦12 BILLION OIL THEFT IN LAGOS
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned the vessel MT Ostria, along with three men Raymundo Panaligam, Roneno Villarin, and Vincent Wayas on Wednesday before the Ikeja Special Offences Court. They face a four-count charge relating to conspiracy and theft of over 13 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) valued at ₦12 billion,…
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KEBBI GOVT DENIES RUMORS OF HIDDEN AIRPORT IN ARGUNGU FOREST USED FOR DRUG SMUGGLING
The Kebbi State Government has firmly dismissed a viral video on social media alleging the presence of a secret airport in Argungu forest being used for cocaine smuggling as false and malicious. The government, through Special Adviser on Media and Publicity Malam Yahaya Sarki, stated that the video is entirely fabricated, aimed at discrediting the…
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DEFENCE MINISTER BADARU URGES NEW SERVICE CHIEFS TO UNITE AND DELIVER ON SECURITY
During a maiden courtesy visit at the Ministry of Defence in Abuja on Tuesday, Minister of Defence Mohammed Badaru emphasized the urgent need for a unified strategy and decisive leadership from the newly appointed Service Chiefs led by Chief of Defence Staff Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede. Joined by Chief of Army Staff Maj.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, Chief…
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UN INVESTIGATES: RUSSIAN DRONE STRIKES TURN UKRAINIAN COMMUNITIES ALONG DNIPRO RIVER UNINHABITABLE
Independent UN human rights investigators have revealed that Russian drone attacks on civilians in Ukrainian-held territories along the lower Dnipro River are driving populations away, leaving some areas almost deserted. The report highlights a sharp population decline, with mainly elderly and impoverished residents remaining. The strikes are systematic, targeting not just civilians but also firefighters,…
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ABUJA MINISTER TELLS WORLD: SMART CITY VISION BUILT ON MOBILITY, SECURITY, DIGITAL GOVERNANCE, AND MORE
Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has showcased Abuja’s bold smart city vision at the 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit in Dubai, highlighting strategic investments across five key pillars — Urban Mobility, Sustainability, Public Safety, Digital Governance, and Economic Empowerment. Wike shared that Abuja is collaborating globally on cutting-edge projects like smart water metering with…
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SENATE TO CONFIRM NEW SERVICE CHIEFS WEDNESDAY TO STRENGTHEN NATIONAL SECURITY
The Nigerian Senate is set to confirm the newly appointed Service Chiefs on Wednesday, October 29, following a letter from President Bola Tinubu seeking their approval. Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced the screening during Tuesday’s plenary, emphasizing the urgency of confirming the Chief of Defence Staff and other Service Chiefs so they can begin their…
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ENUGU POLICE RECOVER STOLEN MAN DIESEL TRUCK HOURS AFTER HEIST IN EDO
The Enugu State Police Command pulled off a swift recovery on Monday, October 27, intercepting a MAN Diesel truck stolen earlier that day in Benin City, Edo State. Acting on a distress alert from their Control Room, operatives from Ozalla Division and the Distress Response Squad (DRS) tracked the stolen vehicle to Ozalla along the…
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LAGOS TASK FORCE SEIZES 64 COMMERCIAL MOTORCYCLES IN MAJOR ROAD SAFETY CRACKDOWN
In a bold move to restore order and improve safety on Lagos roads, the Lagos State Task Force seized 64 commercial motorcycles on Monday, October 27. The operation targeted illegal activities by motorcyclists, street traders, and unauthorized park operators across several major highways and inner routes on the Lagos Mainland. Mrs. Bolanle Ogunlola, Director of…
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NIGERIA’S DEFENCE HQ REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO GENDER EQUALITY IN SECURITY
At the UK-supported Gender Symposium in Abuja, Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters (DHQ) promised to push harder for gender equality and inclusivity in the security sector. The event marked the 25th anniversary of the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security, highlighting how gender-sensitive security practices strengthen peace and trust. AVM Olusola Akinboyewa,…
