Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri cautions newly graduated forest guards against harassment, urges respect for communities. The 987 guards are part of a national security and environmental initiative.
AIG Kanayo Uzuegbu directs Commissioners of Police in Imo, Abia, and Ebonyi to deploy personnel for a peaceful Christmas. Public urged to report suspicious activities.
APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda appoints former Senator Danladi Sankara as his Political Adviser to boost grassroots engagement and party strategy. Learn more about this key political move.
The NSCDC deploys 1,293 officers across Delta State for Christmas and New Year security. The operation focuses on critical assets and public safety. Read more on the comprehensive security plan.
Police in Ogun, Delta, and Imo states launch major security operations for Christmas and New Year. Joint patrols, traffic control, and bans on fireworks aim for a safe celebration. Read details.
Dr Ayo Ogunsan, LSSTF boss, deploys a monitoring team to ensure accountability and transparency in the use of security resources. Read how this move aims to boost public trust.
The NSCDC deploys over 55,000 personnel nationwide to protect citizens and critical assets during Christmas and New Year. Public urged to provide credible intelligence.
A protocol blunder occurred at the APC national caucus meeting in Abuja when the band mistakenly played Nigeria's old national anthem, causing brief confusion. Read full details.
The Coalition of Northern Groups expresses deep concern over sensational media reports on the NSA's counter-terrorism efforts, warning they risk inflaming tensions and undermining national unity. Read the full statement.
President Bola Tinubu announces a sweeping national security revamp, allocating N5.41 trillion to defence. He declares all armed non-state actors as terrorists amid rising violence.
President Bola Tinubu pledges to target terrorism financiers and armed groups under a new national security doctrine. Read his full statement from the 2026 budget presentation.
Nigeria's National Security Adviser issues urgent security alert for the 2025 festive season, prompting nationwide deployments and coordinated responses from state governors and police commands.
The NSCDC FCT Command deploys 4,000 personnel to ensure a peaceful Christmas celebration. Commandant Odumosu orders maximum security at churches, malls, and critical assets.
World Bank commends Tinubu's NG-CARES programme for economic resilience. NSA warns governors on festive season security. NGF commits to health, safety goals. Read more.
Nigeria's NSA, Nuhu Ribadu, clarifies that armed individuals detained in Kwara State are government-backed vigilantes, part of a hybrid security strategy. Get the full details and public reaction here.
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni mandates police and security agencies to scale up operations to ensure public safety during Christmas and New Year celebrations across the state.
Former NSA Babagana Monguno reveals a powerful cabal blocked security measures, withheld funds, and weakened Nigeria's defence. Discover the shocking details of internal sabotage.
The House of Representatives resolves to investigate the detention of a Nigerian military aircraft and personnel in Burkina Faso. Lawmakers call for urgent diplomatic action via ECOWAS and AU frameworks for their release.
The APC National Chairman has appointed seasoned journalist Abimbola Tooki as Special Adviser on Media and Communication Strategy to strengthen party messaging and public engagement.
Lagos State Security Trust Fund's new CEO, Dr. Ayo Ogunsan, outlines a modern, collaborative strategy for tackling security challenges, including public donations and a major town hall meeting on December 11.
Former IGP Sunday Ehindero says too much military visibility is bad for Nigeria's democracy. He urges focus on borders. Read about the key issues raised at the Abuja book launch.
The Shipping Association of Nigeria reports 2,300 security breaches by stowaways yearly, costing firms $2,000 per case. Port security agencies dispute the figures. Read more.
Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas leads a strategic security mission to Cameroon with Senators Kalu and Abdullahi to strengthen border cooperation against terrorism and crime. Details emerge.
National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu warns individuals or groups exploiting communities will face decisive action. Reveals 775 terrorism convictions, stresses community role in peace. Read more.
Oodua Peoples Network and Niger Delta Stakeholders' Forum reject Senator Fadahunsi's call to remove NSA Nuhu Ribadu. They argue security leadership requires strategy, not just a military background. Read their full defense.
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria cautions the National Assembly against creating new health bodies, calling proposals legally unnecessary and wasteful.
New Defence Minister Gen. Christopher Musa vows tangible security improvements soon. Bishop Kukah supports firm action to restore normalcy. Read the latest on Nigeria's security strategy.
The Senate and House of Representatives confirm Gen. Christopher Musa as Defence Minister and adopt hard-line anti-terror measures, banning ransom payments and amnesty for terrorists. Read the details.
MATAN Food Bank launches an automated digital initiative to provide direct food access for over 40 million Nigerians, backed by the House of Representatives. Read how this plan tackles the nation's food crisis.
The Nigerian Senate is considering a bill to create a single, toll-free emergency number. This unified system aims to replace scattered helplines, improving response times for police, fire, and medical services nationwide.