The Missing Link in Nigeria's Security Crisis
Analysis reveals how Nigeria's centralized policing model, lacking local knowledge and trust, fuels insecurity. A shift to indigenous community policing is the strategic solution. Read more.
Analysis reveals how Nigeria's centralized policing model, lacking local knowledge and trust, fuels insecurity. A shift to indigenous community policing is the strategic solution. Read more.
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.
President Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of police aides from VIPs, redeploying them to communities. Will this long-overdue reform finally succeed where past attempts failed?
Kogi Governor Usman Ododo credits President Tinubu's security reforms for a major arms recovery in Lokoja. The haul includes dozens of rifles and hundreds of ammunition rounds. Read more.
Gunmen abducted more than 30 Nigerians in separate attacks in Kano and Borno states. The surge in kidnappings for ransom is now a structured industry, a new report reveals. Read more.
President Tinubu faces calls to address Nigeria's security crisis after Donald Trump threatens military intervention over alleged Christian persecution. Political analyst demands urgent action.
Nigerian Presidency condemns Obasanjo's security criticism, defends Tinubu's anti-terror strategy. Read about the escalating political confrontation over national security.
The Nigerian Presidency has strongly responded to former President Obasanjo's comments on insecurity, accusing him of hypocrisy for failing to act when bandits first emerged during his administration.
Political commentator Olajumoke Shaqiru Victor urges President Tinubu to strengthen international partnerships following US Congress hearing on Nigeria's security crisis. Learn more about the global response.
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.
Armed bandits storm Yankamaye village in Kano, killing elderly woman and kidnapping residents. Governor Yusuf vows to confront security threats. Read latest details.
Former Tinubu spokesman Denge Josef Onoh warns that withdrawing police from VIP protection could spike kidnappings and worsen Nigeria's security crisis. He proposes calibrated approach.
Prophet Sam Olu Alo reveals why genuine local hunters hold the solution to Nigeria's security crisis. Learn how traditional knowledge and community cooperation can reclaim farmlands from terrorists.
President Tinubu reaffirms commitment to equip Nigeria Police and security agencies with modern tools and training to combat insecurity. Read about the government's comprehensive security strategy.
Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru reveals measurable security improvements in Northwest Nigeria while acknowledging ongoing threats. Read how communities are recovering under Renewed Hope Agenda.
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.
Citizens for Secure Nation criticizes African Democratic Congress for exploiting Nigeria's insecurity crisis for political gain. Read full analysis of the security debate.
AHACCI DG Ismaila Atus expresses confidence in President Tinubu's plan to use the successful Lagos security blueprint to combat terrorism and banditry nationwide. He urges public support for the President's second-term bid.
Nigerian lawmakers openly criticized President Tinubu's approach to bandit attacks, rejecting negotiations and demanding accountability for troop withdrawal in Kebbi. Read the full details of the security crisis.
Armed bandits kidnapped six girls and one boy in Gidan-Bijimi, Abuja, raising security concerns. Residents flee as police remain silent. Read full details.
Nigeria faces security emergency as kidnappings surge across multiple states. President Tinubu must act fast to protect citizens and restore national security.
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders mass recruitment into security forces and supports state police establishment. Southern governors unite on decentralized security approach.
SDP's Adewole Adebayo claims President Tinubu has lost control of his administration amid worsening security. Read the full political analysis and reactions.
Nigerian lawmakers declare security system near collapse, demand death penalty for kidnappers and sweeping security reforms amid escalating nationwide attacks.
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, approves 20,000 police recruits, deploys DSS forest guards. Full list of decisive actions to protect Nigerians.
SDP's Prince Adewole Adebayo claims President Tinubu has lost control of his administration amid worsening insecurity and economic crisis. Read the full analysis.
Reps member Idris Wase reveals bandits are threatening to abduct lawmakers, urges President Tinubu to review police withdrawal from VIPs for enhanced security.
Nigerian Senate pushes for firearm law review to allow responsible citizens own guns following escalating attacks in Kwara, Kebbi, Niger states. Urgent action demanded.
National Assembly members express security concerns after President Tinubu orders police withdrawal from VIPs. Former Deputy Speaker warns of bandit threats against lawmakers.
Former VP Atiku Abubakar condemns FG's celebration of Kebbi schoolgirls rescue, saying terrorists now operate as alternative government in Nigeria. Read full analysis.