Tag: #NigeriaSafety
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SENATE MOVES TO CLASSIFY KIDNAPPING AS TERRORISM WITH DEATH PENALTY BILL
The Nigerian Senate has taken a bold step by passing for second reading a bill that designates kidnapping, hostage-taking, and related offences as acts of terrorism, pushing for the death penalty without any alternative sentences. Sponsored by Senate Leader Sen. Opeyemi Bamidele and backed by 108 senators, the bill highlights the alarming rise of organised,…
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KOGI LOCAL GOVERNMENT DEBUNKS KIDNAPPING RUMORS AFTER BANDIT ATTACK ON HIGH SCHOOL
Dare Zacheus, Chairman of Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area, has clarified that no students were kidnapped during the recent bandit attack on Kiri High School in Aiyetoro Kiri, Kogi State. The bandits were repelled by security forces and vigilantes, according to a statement from his Chief Press Secretary, Omofa John. While a hunter and another civilian…
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PDP CONDEMNS KEBBI SCHOOL ABDUCTION, CALLS FOR URGENT ACTION AGAINST INSECURITY
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly condemned the abduction of 25 students from Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School (GGCSS), Maga, in Danko Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi, where bandits also killed Vice Principal Hassan Yakubu Makuku. Ini Ememobong, PDP’s National Publicity Secretary, described the horrific incident as a stark reminder of Nigeria’s…
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NDLEA ARRESTS ALLEGED LAGOS DRUG KINGPIN, SEIZES FOREIGN CURRENCY AND TONNES OF CANNABIS
After weeks of careful surveillance, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) arrested Frank Chijioke Ibemesi, aka Chisco Bee, a wanted suspected drug baron in Lagos. The 42-year-old hotelier and businessman, who also manages Franc CJ Ibemesi Nig. Ltd, was caught early Saturday at Isolo, Lagos. NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi revealed that officers traced Ibemesi…
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PRESIDENT TINUBU URGES NEW SERVICE CHIEFS TO DELIVER RESULTS WITH PROFESSIONALISM AND DISCIPLINE
President Bola Tinubu has emphasized that the security and safety of all Nigerians is the foremost priority, calling on the newly appointed military chiefs to deliver measurable outcomes swiftly and efficiently. His directive highlights the urgent need for renewed national security leadership. The recent appointments—Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede as Chief of Defence Staff, Maj.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu…
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NAFDAC SEALS TWO CHINESE SUPERMARKETS, EIGHT COSMETICS SHOPS IN ABUJA FOR SELLING UNREGISTERED PRODUCTS
Crackdown on unapproved, harmful products worth N170 million protects consumers and public health. NAFDAC shut down two Chinese-owned supermarkets in Abuja’s Jabi district and eight cosmetics shops at Wuse market following complaints and intelligence reports. The seized goods included unapproved food items labeled only in Chinese, aphrodisiac pills, body enhancement creams, and toxic cosmetics. Officials…
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BAUCHI POLICE INVESTIGATE DEATH OF 24-YEAR-OLD FATIMA MOHAMMED
Mystery surrounds the sudden death of a young woman found in a maize farm near Federal Polytechnic staff quarters. Bauchi police have launched a special homicide team after the decomposed body of Fatima Mohammed was found following her disappearance on September 24, 2025. Her bag and groceries were discovered beside her, and her death is…
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PLATEAU GOV MUTFWANG CALLS FOR STATE POLICE, ENHANCES LOCAL SECURITY
Local threats demand localised policing—central command can’t cover it all. Gov. Caleb Mutfwang urges the creation of state police to better tackle regional violence, as Abuja’s centralised control falls short. Plateau’s Operation Rainbow, with 1,450 new recruits, and drone surveillance boost grassroots security, while the state also seeks increased federal support to protect communities.
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NIGERIAN TROOPS INTENSIFY OPERATIONS, KILL SCORES OF TERRORISTS, RESCUE KIDNAP VICTIMS
Nationwide offensive yields arms seizures, arrests, and key rescues in just 24 hours. Troops across Nigeria, under Operations Hadin Kai, Enduring Peace, and Whirl Stroke, have killed many terrorists, arrested 20 suspects, and rescued kidnapped victims. They recovered weapons, explosives, stolen goods, and destroyed illegal oil sites, continuing efforts to curb terrorism, crime, and enhance…
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PRESIDENT TINUBU CONDEMNS AFRILAND BUILDING FIRE, OFFERS CONDOLENCES TO VICTIMS
Urges vigilance and praises swift emergency response after tragic Lagos fire. President Bola Tinubu expressed sympathy to victims and affected organizations including FIRS, United Capital, and UBA following the Afriland Building fire in Lagos. He commended emergency responders for their quick action and called for improved safety measures to prevent future incidents, while praying for…
