Tag: #NigeriaSecurity
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KEBBI DEPUTY SPEAKER ABDUCTED BY SUSPECTED BANDITS, JOINT SECURITY TEAMS MOBILIZED FOR RESCUE
The Kebbi Police Command has confirmed the abduction of Alhaji Muhammad Sama’ila-Bagudo, Deputy Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, by suspected bandits in Bagudo LGA. The incident occurred Friday night around 8:20 p.m., shortly after he performed Isha’i prayer. A joint security force comprising police tactical units, military personnel, and vigilantes has been…
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NIGERIAN ARMY CRUSHES TERRORIST CELLS, RESCUES HOSTAGES IN INTENSIFIED OPERATIONS ACROSS NATION
In the past 48 hours, the Nigerian Army has successfully dismantled multiple terrorist cells, rescued 17 kidnapped victims, and arrested 20 suspects in coordinated military offensives nationwide. A credible source at Army Headquarters confirmed the operations, which spanned the North-East, North-West, North-Central, and South-South regions. Troops from the 192 Battalion, backed by the Civilian Joint…
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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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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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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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SWISS GOVERNMENT SUPPORTS BORNO MODEL FOR PEACE AND RECOVERY IN NIGERIA
The Swiss Government has pledged its support for the Borno Government’s innovative post-conflict recovery program, known as the ‘Borno Model,’ which focuses on demobilising, deradicalisation, and reintegrating repentant insurgents. This commitment was made during a courtesy visit by the new Swiss Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Patrick Egloff, to Governor Babagana Zulum at the Government House…
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NSCDC LAGOS IDENTIFIES SCRAP DEALERS AS KEY OFFENDERS IN NATIONAL ASSET VANDALISM
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Lagos State Command, has revealed that scrap dealers are the primary culprits behind the vandalism of Critical National Assets and Infrastructure (CNAI). Commandant Keshinro Adedotun shared this insight during a stakeholders’ meeting in Ikorodu, Lagos. To curb the issue, NSCDC plans to regulate scrap trading hours to…
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MACBAN DEMANDS KEBBI GOVERNMENT TAKE ACTION ON PASTORALIST ATTACKS TO CURB INSECURITY
The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has called on the Kebbi State Government to immediately arrest and prosecute those responsible for recent deadly attacks on pastoralists in the state. Alhaji Bello Aliyu-Gotomo, MACBAN’s National Secretary, condemned the violence in a statement from Abuja, warning that unchecked impunity worsens the region’s security challenges.…
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NDLEA CELEBRATES MAJOR WINS: 45,853 ARRESTS, 8.5 MILLION KGS OF DRUGS SEIZED IN 30 MONTHS
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has marked impressive milestones in the fight against drug abuse and trafficking under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Retired Brigadier-General Buba Marwa, NDLEA Chairman, announced that in the last two and a half years, the agency has arrested 45,853 suspects, confiscated over 8.5 million kilograms of illicit drugs, and…
