7,000 New Forest Guards Deployed to Fight Bandits
The Tinubu administration has deployed over 7,000 newly trained Forest Guards to seven frontline states to tackle banditry and secure Nigeria's forests. Learn about their mission and training.
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Fintiri to Forest Guards: Respect Public, Act Professionally
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.
China Sanctions 20 US Firms Over Taiwan Arms Sales
Beijing imposes sanctions on 20 US defence companies, including Boeing, after a major US arms sale to Taiwan. Tensions escalate over the island's status.
CAF sanctions Egypt, Salah for media snub at AFCON 2025
Egypt's national team fined $5,000 by CAF for breaching media rules after AFCON win vs Zimbabwe. Mohamed Salah and teammates face warning ahead of South Africa clash.
NSCDC Deploys 1,293 Personnel for Delta Yuletide Security
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.
Guinea-Bissau Junta Releases 6 Detained Opposition Politicians
Guinea-Bissau's military rulers release six opposition members detained since the November coup, calling it a step towards constitutional order. Read the latest on the crisis.
Amazon blocks 1,800 North Koreans from job applications
Amazon reveals it blocked over 1,800 North Koreans from IT jobs, citing 'laptop farms' and sanctions evasion. Read the full report on this global cybersecurity threat.
US Pursues Third Oil Tanker in Caribbean Near Venezuela
The US Coast Guard is actively pursuing another sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, intensifying pressure on Caracas's oil sector. This follows the recent seizure of the 'Centuries' tanker. Get the latest details.
Nigeria on US Performance Plan After Trump's Warning
Nigeria faces a US-imposed 'Performance Improvement Plan' after being labeled a 'disgraced country'. Can Tinubu's urgent security reforms save the nation from foreign intervention? Read more.
Old Anthem Played by Mistake at APC Caucus Meeting
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.
Tinubu Vows Security Reset in 2025 Budget Speech
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.
Tinubu Vows to Hunt Down Terrorism Financiers
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.
NSA Issues Emergency Yuletide Security Alert to Governors
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.
4,000 NSCDC Officers Deployed for FCT Christmas Security
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.
Russian court fines Austrian bank Raiffeisen $400m
A Russian court has ordered Austria's Raiffeisen Bank to pay nearly $400 million in compensation to a company linked to sanctioned oligarch Oleg Deripaska. The bank says it will appeal.
FIFA Sanctions Malaysia Over Ineligible Players
FIFA penalises Malaysia, awarding three 3-0 defeats for fielding ineligible players. FAM faces fines and backlash as case heads to CAS. Get the full story.
NSA Explains Arrest of Armed Men in Kwara as FG Vigilantes
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.
Venezuela Faces Deep Crisis as US Tightens Oil Blockade
A new US blockade on Venezuelan oil shipments could slash production and halve exports, pushing the economy deeper into crisis. Experts warn of severe impacts.
FIFA fines Malaysia $452k for forged player documents
FIFA slaps Malaysia with heavy fines and match forfeits for using ineligible players. This crackdown unfolds as Nigeria challenges DR Congo's player eligibility in World Cup playoffs. Read the full details.
Trump Announces Naval Blockade Against Venezuela
US President Donald Trump announces a maritime blockade on Venezuela, demanding the return of oil and land he claims were stolen. Get the full details on this escalating crisis.
Trump Orders Naval Blockade of Venezuela Oil Tankers
US President Donald Trump announces a total blockade of sanctioned Venezuelan oil vessels, escalating tensions. Learn the details and potential impact on the global oil market.
PDP Moves to Sack Rivers Lawmakers Over Defection
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) vows to use constitutional means to remove 17 Rivers State lawmakers, including Speaker Martin Amaewhule, who defected to the APC. Read the full details and political implications.
Ribadu Warns Against Exploiting Communities, Vows Action
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.
Pharmacists Oppose Creation of New Health Commissions
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria cautions the National Assembly against creating new health bodies, calling proposals legally unnecessary and wasteful.
Musa Vows Swift Security Turnaround, Kukah Demands Action
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.
Serbia's Oil Refinery Shutdown Could Cost for Years
Experts warn Serbia faces years of economic fallout, job losses, and budget risks after the shutdown of its only oil refinery due to US sanctions on Russian owners. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
ECOWAS Opens High-Level Talks Over Guinea-Bissau Coup
ECOWAS Parliament strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau, labeling it an assault on democracy. High-level talks begin December 3rd. Read the full story.
Pacific Island Office Aids Sanctions-Busting Oil Smuggling
A beachside office in the Cook Islands is being used by dozens of tankers to smuggle Russian and Iranian oil, undermining Western sanctions. New Zealand expresses alarm. Read the full investigation.
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