Bandits release 7 abducted teens in FCT after N2m ransom
A 15-year-old boy and six girls kidnapped in Bwari, FCT, have been freed after relatives paid a N2 million ransom. The peasant farmer who raised the money had to sell his ginger harvest.
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Gunmen kidnap bride, baby, 13 others in Sokoto
Armed bandits kidnapped 14 people including a bride, her bridesmaids and a baby in Sokoto. Read about Nigeria's escalating security crisis and government response.
Emergency Call for Zamfara Over Bandit Releases
Human Rights Watchdog demands Tinubu declare state of emergency in Zamfara after Governor Lawal freed 500 inmates, including hardened bandits. Read full details.
Nigeria Launches Emergency GBV Response Fund
Federal Government announces emergency fund to combat gender-based violence and support survivors. New initiative launched during 16 Days of Activism against GBV.
5 Powerful People Behind Nigeria's Terrorism - Cleric
Primate Elijah Ayodele reveals five powerful individuals are behind Nigeria's terrorism surge. He warns President Tinubu against negotiating with bandits as security emergency continues.
$460m Abuja CCTV Project Failure Under Investigation
House of Representatives launches forensic investigation into failed $460 million CCTV project as Abuja faces worsening insecurity. Committee demands accountability.
Interior Minister Charges NSCDC on Security Efficiency
Interior Minister Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo conducts surprise inspection of NSCDC FCT Command, urges personnel to enhance service delivery amid national security challenges.
Japan PM's Popularity Tested by China Tensions, Inflation
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faces economic challenges as China tensions escalate and inflation threatens her political honeymoon. Will her stimulus package work?
Bandits kidnap 7 youths in FCT community raid
Armed bandits stormed Gidan-Bijimi settlement, abducting six teenage girls and a 16-year-old boy. The attack highlights growing security concerns in Bwari Area Council bordering Kaduna State.
Kano Fire Service Rescues Elderly Woman from Well
Kano State Fire Service successfully rescued 65-year-old Khadija Muhammad after she fell into a well in Gafiyawa town. The emergency response team acted swiftly following a distress call. Learn about safety measures to prevent such incidents.
Senate Amends Terrorism Act to Fight Kidnapping
Nigeria's Senate begins process to amend Terrorism Act, classifying kidnapping as terrorism with death penalty. Committee investigates Safe School Initiative amid rising abductions.
Kano Gov supports Tinubu's security emergency declaration
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf welcomes President Tinubu's national security emergency. Read how Kano is combating banditry in border communities and ensuring citizen safety.
Bandits Kidnap 7 Youths from FCT Community
Armed bandits stormed Gidan-Bijimi community in Bwari Area Council, abducting six girls and a 16-year-old boy during a funeral. The incident highlights growing security concerns in FCT border communities.
Bandits kidnap 7 youths in Abuja community attack
Armed bandits kidnapped six girls and one boy in Gidan-Bijimi, Abuja, raising security concerns. Residents flee as police remain silent. Read full details.
Citizen Slams First Lady's Dinner Amid Insecurity
A Nigerian man expresses outrage over First Lady's dinner invitation to senators while the nation grapples with mass abductions and killings. Read his powerful response.
Tinubu declares security emergency, supports state police
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders mass recruitment into security forces and supports state police establishment. Southern governors unite on decentralized security approach.
NMFAC Protests at NASS Over 253 Abducted Pupils
Nigerian Movement for Actionable Change storms National Assembly, demands immediate release of 253 abducted pupils and declaration of state of emergency on insecurity.
Tinubu Demands End to Open Grazing, Weapons Surrender
President Tinubu announces a nationwide security emergency, mandates ranching over open grazing, and orders massive police and military recruitment to combat banditry.
Tinubu's 10 Security Decisions to Combat Banditry
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, approves 20,000 police recruits, deploys DSS forest guards. Full list of decisive actions to protect Nigerians.
Tinubu declares security emergency, orders massive recruitment
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders 20,000 police recruits and army expansion. New measures include forest guards activation and VIP guard redeployment.
Tinubu Calls for State Police Constitutional Amendment
President Tinubu asks National Assembly to review constitution for state police establishment amid security emergency. Details on new security measures and kidnap victims.
Tinubu Declares Security Emergency, 4 New Orders
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders police and army recruitment, VIP guard retraining, and DSS forest guard deployment to combat banditry.
Abuja Hospital Guards Protest Over Unpaid Salaries
Security guards paralyze services at Abuja hospitals over 4 months unpaid salaries. Patients stranded as entrances blocked. FCT Administration urged to intervene immediately.
Wike suspends official over false school closure memo
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike suspends education secretary, condemns unauthorized memo ordering Abuja schools closure. No security threat exists, academic calendar remains unchanged.
Wike Threatens Action Over False School Shutdown Order
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has suspended education officials and promised severe sanctions over an unauthorized memo ordering school closures in Abuja. Read details.
Floods Kill 33, Displace Thousands in Southeast Asia
Severe flooding in Thailand and Malaysia has claimed 33 lives and displaced tens of thousands. Emergency measures deployed as climate change intensifies extreme weather.
Wike suspends education secretary over school closure
FCT Minister Wike suspends education mandate secretary for unauthorized school closure circular. Administration confirms schools remain open, security enhanced. Read full details.
Child Welfare Crisis Deepens Amid Insecurity, Poor Services
UNICEF warns Nigeria faces child welfare emergency with millions out of school due to insecurity and collapsing services. Stakeholders demand urgent action to protect children's future.
Wike orders security reinforcement across Abuja
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has ordered comprehensive security reinforcement in Abuja with special focus on border areas. Operation Sweep Squad deployed to flashpoints.
35 Million Nigerians Face Severe Hunger Due to Insecurity
UN warns rising insecurity in Northern Nigeria could push 35 million into severe hunger during 2026 lean season. WFP emergency resources deplete by December without urgent funding.
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