Nigeria's aviation sector braces for a sharp drop in passenger traffic as U.S. visa restrictions take effect January 2026. Experts warn of economic fallout for airlines and travel agencies. Read more.
Nasarawa police neutralised a robbery suspect in a gun duel on Lafia-Obi Road. A locally made pistol was recovered. CP Shetima Mohammed commended the operatives' gallantry.
A young Nigerian man details his terrifying encounter with armed men on a Sokoto road, days after US airstrikes targeted ISIS bases. His viral story raises security concerns.
Two minors freed from the ADF militia in DR Congo share harrowing accounts of forced recruitment, brutal training, and daily torment. Read their shocking story of survival.
US President Donald Trump announced deadly military strikes against ISIS terrorists in Northwest Nigeria on Christmas, citing attacks on Christians. Read the full details.
Nigeria Police arrest 22 suspects for crimes including kidnapping and armed robbery. Firearms, vehicles, and illicit drugs recovered in major nationwide operations. Read details.
The Federal Government announces a tougher stance on insecurity, designating armed groups involved in kidnapping as terrorists. Also, Nigeria secures a major health deal with the US and regains its IMO seat.
FCT Police Command discloses 300 cases of kidnapping, armed robbery, and other crimes from Oct-Dec 2025. 160 suspects arrested, 32 victims rescued. Read the full breakdown.
The Defence Headquarters assures robust security for Yuletide, deploying troops and new recruits. Citizens urged to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities.
Ogun State Police arrest Segun Adenekan, alias 'Expensive', for illegal possession of firearms after he brandished weapons during a dispute. Investigation ongoing to trace gun source. Report suspicious activities.
Ogun State Police arrest Adenekan Segun, alias 'Expensive', in Abeokuta. Two pump-action rifles recovered. CP Lanre Ogunlowo commends swift response, urges public vigilance.
President Tinubu unveils a sweeping counterterrorism doctrine, listing armed groups, kidnappers, enablers, and complicit leaders as terrorists. Read the full list and implications.
President Bola Tinubu charges new AFCSC Jaji graduates to spearhead Nigeria's security transformation against complex threats. Read his full message on discipline and patriotism.
President Tinubu presents a massive ₦58.18 trillion 2026 budget, declares all armed non-state actors as terrorists, and outlines plans for economic consolidation. Read the full details.
President Tinubu urges new Armed Forces officers to drive Nigeria's security transformation. He calls for strategic thinking and unity against complex threats like terrorism and cyber warfare.
Spain's defence ministry has placed its largest-ever helicopter order, purchasing 100 units from Airbus to modernise its military capabilities. Discover the strategic details.
Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Olufemi Oluyede urges transformation and innovation to secure Nigeria against evolving threats. High-level seminar explores pathways.
Mzough u Tiv calls on President Tinubu to declare a security emergency in Benue State as killings and banditry force farmers into IDP camps, creating food scarcity. Read their urgent plea.
A police officer was fatally shot by suspected armed robbers on Ugbowo-Lagos Road, Benin City. The incident triggered a gunfight. Read for details and eyewitness accounts.
Bishop Matthew Kukah warns arming civilians is a false solution to Nigeria's insecurity. He calls for unity and addressing social fractures at a national dialogue in Abuja.
FCT Police Command has smashed an armed robbery syndicate, arresting four suspects and recovering six stolen vehicles and over ₦15 million in cash. Read the full details of the operation.
Two suspected robbers were set on fire by an angry mob in Gboko, Benue State. The incident occurred near a school complex. Police are investigating. Read full details.
President Tinubu leads N320m donation for 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day emblem appeal. Read about the new 'Thank a Soldier' platform and security reforms.
President Tinubu leads donations with N200m at the launch of the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day emblem appeal. Read about the new 'Thank a Soldier' initiative and welfare plans.
Unknown assailants attacked the residence of a DPO in Jigawa, killing Constable Nura Garba Jahun. Get the latest details on the incident and police response.
Residents of Bakale village in Sokoto State live in terror as armed bandits demand a N20 million levy to avoid attacks. Several other communities face similar threats. Read more.
Nigerian Army arrests police officer operating with armed militia during communal clash in Taraba. Four militants neutralized, weapons recovered in Karim Lamido operation.
Armed bandits stormed Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Ejiba, Kogi State, kidnapping pastor Orlando, his wife and several members during Sunday service. Read details.
Niger State Police operatives neutralized a suspected armed robber dressed in military camouflage during a shootout along Lambata-Maje-Suleja road. One suspect killed, others escaped with injuries.
African Development Bank approves $500 million budget support for Nigeria to boost non-oil revenues and energy sector reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's economic growth.