35 m. ago UNN warns of rising food, water security, urges policy action

UNN researchers warn of a growing Nigeria food security crisis due to climate change & banditry, urging urgent policy action based on new studies. Read More: https://punchng.com/unn-warns-of-rising-food-water-security-urges-policy-action/

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38 m. ago Food security: FG partners UNESCO, empower 4.5 million Nigerians

This landmark effort to advance inclusive development, climate resilience, and food system transformation was announced by Barrister Yejide Ogundipe, SSAP-FS, during a joint national press briefing convened in Abuja.

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69 m. ago Tinubu Launches 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Emblem, Donates N200m

President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, launched the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day emblem appeal fund at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, with a personal donation of N200 million. This is even he reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to honouring fallen heroes and supporting serving troops who continue to confront terrorism, insurgency, banditry and other security threats across […]

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1 hour ago Akwa Ibom: Police launch statewide crackdown on errant officers, masquerade violators, others

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has launched a sweeping enforcement operation targeting internal misconduct and emerging security threats across the state, following

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1 hour ago Fake News, Malicious Propaganda Affect Troops’ Morale, Undermine National Security — COAS

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu has warned that misinformation, fake news, and malicious propaganda can affect troops’ morale, undermine operational successes, and erode public trust. Lt.-Gen. Shaibu also described the media as a powerful instrument for shaping public perception, influencing attitudes and fostering national unity. The Army Chief, who was represented by […]

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2 h. ago Court Warns Sowore, Threatens Bail Revocation Over Alleged Defamatory Social Media Posts

A Federal High Court in Abuja has warned politician and human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, against making further public statements considered detrimental to national peace and security on social media. In a ruling on Tuesday, Justice Mohammed Umar cautioned that the court would not hesitate to revoke Sowore’s bail if he repeated such actions. The […]

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2 h. ago US Lawmakers Hold Briefing On Rising Attacks, ‘Persecution’ Of Christians In Nigeria Wednesday

The United States House Appropriations Committee will this Tuesday hold a high-level congressional briefing to address the rising violence and alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria. According to a notice shared by US Congressman Riley Moore on X, the session will be convened by House Appropriations Committee Vice Chair and National Security Subcommittee Chairman, Mario […]

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3 h. ago Senate Reconstitutes Security, Airforce, National Planning Committees

The reconstitution, according to the leadership, is part of efforts to strengthen its oversight and improve response, particularly to emerging national security issues. The post Senate Reconstitutes Security, Airforce, National Planning Committees appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 h. ago Senate Reconstitutes Security, Air Force, National Planning Committees

The reconstitution, according to the leadership, is part of efforts to strengthen its oversight and improve response, particularly to emerging national security issues. The post Senate Reconstitutes Security, Air Force, National Planning Committees appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 h. ago Kogi insists no negotiation with kidnappers, says security forces rescued victims

The Kogi State government reiterates its firm stance of not negotiating with kidnappers, confirming victims were rescued by security forces after a gun bat Read More: https://punchng.com/kogi-insists-no-negotiation-with-kidnappers-says-security-forces-rescued-victims/

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5 h. ago Building Collapse: Authority Makes Testing Of Building Materials Mandatory

The Umuahia Capital Development Authority has made laboratory testing of building materials before use mandatory as part of measures to prevent building collapses in the Abia State capital. General manager of the authority, Kingsley Agomo stated this when new leaders of the Correspondents Chapel, of the state council of Nigeria Union of Journalists visited him […]

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7 h. ago Abducted Niger Schoolchildren Will Be Back Soon, Says Ribadu

The National Security Adviser, NSA, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has visited the Kontagora Catholic Diocese over the abducted St Mary’s Catholic School Papiri children and staff assuring that ” the children are doing fine and will be back soon”. He said this when he was received by the Bishop of the Diocese, Most Reverend Bulus Dauwa […]

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10 h. ago Abia debunks claims on hotel revocation, says compensation paid

The Abia State Government clarifies the Abia Hotels revocation, stating the investor was fully compensated and breached the agreement. Get the official det Read More: https://punchng.com/abia-debunks-claims-on-hotel-revocation-says-compensation-paid/

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11 h. ago APC Chieftain Condemns Alleged Harassment Of Aba Market Traders

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Prince Paul Ikonne, has condemned the alleged intimidation, extortion and unchecked harassment of traders in Aba market. Ikonne expressed worry over the untold hardship traders in Ariaria and other major markets in Aba are currently facing in the hands of alleged government-backed enforcers. In […]

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12 h. ago Nigeria’s sleeping satellites: How $700m in space assets could curb insecurity

As Nigeria confronts a deepening security emergency that has claimed thousands of lives, displaced millions and crippled economic activities across read more Nigeria’s sleeping satellites: How $700m in space assets could curb insecurity

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12 h. ago Northern governors create ₦1bn monthly regional security fund, seek six

Northern governors on Monday approved the creation of a regional security trust fund that will draw a combined N1 billion read more Northern governors create ₦1bn monthly regional security fund, seek six-month mining suspension

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14 h. ago Why real estate developers are ‘feasting’ on Ikeja GRA—Experts

Commercial potential of the location, huge demand for premium residential and mixed-use spaces, security, nearness to airports and increase urban population have been adduced as major reasons real estate developers are increasing interest in Ikeja Government Reservation Area (GRA). In addition, real estate experts said the improvement on the GRA’s infrastructure through the Lagos State […]

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15 h. ago Ogun govt reaffirms commitment to strengthening security for farmers, herders, livestock producers

The Ogun State Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening security for farmers, herders, and livestock producers as part of efforts to safeguard food production and rural stability. The assurance was given by the Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Honourable Bolu Owotomo, during a stakeholders’ meeting convened to address rising concerns over farmer–herder conflicts […]

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15 h. ago Abductions surge: Northern govs demand mining suspension, unveil N228bn security fund

Northern governors address surging abductions by demanding a mining suspension and creating a N228bn security fund to combat Northern Nigeria insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/abductions-surge-northern-govs-demand-mining-suspension-unveil-n228bn-security-fund/

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17 h. ago Defence Minister, Badaru Resigns On Health Grounds Amid Tinubu’s Declaration Of National Security Emergency

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE Nigeria’s defence minister, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has resigned his appointment, with immediate effect. In a letter dated December 1, sent to President Bola Tinubu, Abubakar said he was quitting on health grounds. President Tinubu has accepted the resignation and thanked Abubakar for his services to the nation. President Tinubu will likely […] The post Defence Minister, Badaru Resigns On Health Grounds Amid Tinubu’s Declaration Of National Security Emergency appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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