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Oodua, Niger Delta Groups Back Ribadu, Reject Sack Call

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.

Nigeria Will Overcome Security Challenges – Ribadu

National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu expresses strong optimism that Nigeria will defeat terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping. He outlines a 'whole-of-society' strategy and reports over 775 terrorism convictions.

NASS Confirms Musa, Bans Ransom in Security Overhaul

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.

Food Bank Targets 40m Nigerians in Hunger Intervention

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.

Senate Debates Single National Emergency Number Bill

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.

ADC Set to Harvest 21 Senators, 86 Reps for 2027

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is reportedly set to receive over 100 National Assembly members ahead of the 2027 polls, with defections hitting APC hardest. Read details of the political realignment.

NCS Imposes Strict Penalties for Age Cheating

National Council on Sports approves sweeping reforms including heavy fines, suspensions for age cheating, new National Intermediate Games, and compulsory insurance for athletes.

Tinubu Forms US-Nigeria Security Working Group

President Tinubu approves a high-level security delegation to work with the US on counter-terrorism and defence. The move follows US pressure and aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation.

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.

Reps React to Police Withdrawal From VIPs

National Assembly members express security concerns after President Tinubu orders police withdrawal from VIPs. Former Deputy Speaker warns of bandit threats against lawmakers.

24 Kebbi Schoolgirls Freed from Captors

24 kidnapped Kebbi schoolgirls regain freedom through security operations. One student escaped earlier, while vice principal was killed during the attack. Read full details.

Doguwa Attacks Tinubu Govt Over Insecurity

Rep Alhassan Ado-Doguwa demands National Assembly shutdown over worsening insecurity, describing Northern situation as devastating. House leadership pushes back.

Northern Governors Security Meeting on November 29

Northern Nigeria's 19 governors schedule crucial security meeting with traditional rulers in Kaduna to address escalating attacks and kidnappings. Citizens urged to support security agencies.

FG: Livestock Reforms Gains Coming Soon

Federal Government assures Nigerians that livestock sector partnerships will soon show visible results, aiming to grow the industry from $32B to $74B by 2035 through strategic reforms.

VIPs Protest Police Escort Withdrawal by Tinubu

Nigerian VIPs express security concerns after President Tinubu orders police escort withdrawal. Many doubt NSCDC's capability to provide adequate protection amid rising insecurity.

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