30 h. ago Tinubu Spares No Effort To Ensure Peace, Security — Minister

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said that President Bola Tinubu is sparing no effort in ensuring peace and security, describing both as essential catalysts for national development. Idris stated this on Thursday in Abuja during his inaugural address as chairman of the Board of the Niger State Development Forum (NSDF), an […]

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36 h. ago Insecurity: CSCHEI Tells NSA To Involve CSOs, Traditional Rulers

The Civil Society Coalition on Community Advancement and Humanitarian Empowerment Initiative (CSCHEI) has called on the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, and other intelligence agencies to urgently involve Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), Community-Based Organisations (CBOs), Faith-Based Organisations (FBOs), and traditional rulers in developing sustainable solutions to Nigeria’s escalating insecurity. In a statement signed by […]

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40 h. ago Federal Gov’t Releases 8 New Improved Crop Varieties To Boost Food Production

The National Cereals Research Institute (NCRI), Badeggi, has secured official approval for the release of eight improved crop varieties. The approval was granted during the 35th meeting of the National Committee on Naming, Registration and Release of Crop Varieties and Livestock Breeds/Fisheries, which was held in Ibadan. According to a statement issued by the institute’s […]

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46 h. ago NSA Ribadu Assures Progress As Tinubu Calls For Urgent Action Against Security

President Bola Tinubu expressed grave concern about the worsening security situation in Nigeria, telling the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, and other security chiefs that “enough is enough.” This statement followed a closed-door meeting on Wednesday where the President discussed the country’s security challenges with top security officials. In a press briefing following […] The post NSA Ribadu Assures Progress As Tinubu Calls For Urgent Action Against Security appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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64 h. ago The first line of national security defence: How can communities cope? (2)

Nigeria’s current security situation is best described as VUCA — volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous — posing profound questions for read more The first line of national security defence: How can communities cope? (2)

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3 d. ago Ribadu: Tinubu inherited bad govt, fighting Benue insecurity

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu, during a visit to Benue State on April 22, stated that President Bola Tinubu’s administration inherited a severe security crisis but is working hard to restore stability across Nigeria. Ribadu’s visit to Makurdi aimed to commiserate with the government and people of Benue following attacks […] The post Ribadu: Tinubu inherited bad govt, fighting Benue insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Communities as first line of national security defence: Another time

Nigeria’s positioning on the Global Peace Index (GPI) presents profound concerns for national development. It is a stark indicator of read more Communities as first line of national security defence: Another time-bound illusion? (1)

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4 d. ago CSOs Praise Tinubu, Matawalle, NSA, Security Forces ‘For 90% Drop’ In Insecurity

A coalition of 774 civil society organisations has lauded President Bola Tinubu, Minister of Defence Bello Matawalle, National Security Adviser (NSA) Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, and Nigeria’s security forces for their “remarkable progress” in curbing insecurity across the country, claiming a 90% reduction in violence and unrest. In a statement issued on Friday, the coalition’s publicity […]

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4 d. ago Agricultural Commodity Associations Unite To Boost Food Security

The leadership of various Agricultural Commodity Associations in Nigeria convened in Abuja for their inaugural joint meeting, where they reaffirmed their commitment to advancing food security and national development through strategic collaboration. The high-level meeting over the weekend brought together key stakeholders nationwide, including Engr. Aminu Muhammad, President of the Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria […]

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5 d. ago Easter: ACF felicitates Christians, prays Nigeria returns to peace

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has felicitated Nigerian and worldwide Christian brethren on the celebration of the 2025 Easter Season and prayed for Nigeria’s return to peace, security and economic prosperity. Prof. Tukur Muhammad-Baba, the National Publicity Secretary of the ACF, said in a statement that, in solidarity, the ACF rejoices […] The post Easter: ACF felicitates Christians, prays Nigeria returns to peace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Easter: ACF Celebrates With Christians, Decries Economic, Security Challenges

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has extended felicitations to the Christians on the occasion of 2025 Easter celebrations even amid socioeconomic, political and security challenges confronting the nation. These, the apex northern sociopolitical group said were worsened by corruption, selfish leadership, nepotism, provocative and flamboyant lifestyles of political leaders. ACF in its Easter message in […]

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5 d. ago What’s the difference between national security and security threats?

In these days of heightened insecurity in the land and frequent talks about “security threats”, many of us who are not schooled on the complex act of managing stability and security have gotten more confused if not lost because of deployment of those concepts or terms like insecurity, national security and security threats. We don’t […] The post What’s the difference between national security and security threats? appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Farmers urge National Assembly to fund TELA maize with constituency projects

Byline: Noah Ebije, Kaduna Nigerian farmers have urged the federal government and the National Assembly to allocate constituency project funds to provide high-quality seeds, particularly TELA maize, to reduce maize imports. Smallholder farmers, facing challenges accessing improved seeds, criticise the misuse of lawmakers’ constituency allowances on infrastructure with minimal impact on food security. Shehu Usman, […] The post Farmers urge National Assembly to fund TELA maize with constituency projects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago PDP group urges Tinubu to return from Europe to tackle Nigeria’s insecurity

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The Conference of Professionals in the Peoples Democratic Party (CP-PDP) has demanded that President Bola Tinubu immediately return from Europe to address Nigeria’s worsening security crisis. In a statement by its Protem National Coordinator, Obinna Nwachukwu, the PDP pressure group warned that Tinubu’s failure to return promptly would be seen as […] The post PDP group urges Tinubu to return from Europe to tackle Nigeria’s insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Petroleum engineers secure NBTE certification, moves to rebrand for industry reforms

By Adewale Sanyaolu The Nigerian Institution of Petroleum Engineers (NiPeTE), a division of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, has secured the approval of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) for its certification programs. This serves as part of its efforts to enhance professional capacity and credibility within the nation’s oil and gas sector. Chairperson […] The post Petroleum engineers secure NBTE certification, moves to rebrand for industry reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago When Security Agencies Become Saboteurs Of National Interest

The fiercest battles are not always fought on distant frontlines or along rugged terrains—they often rage within the very institutions meant to protect a nation. Nigeria’s worsening security quagmire is not just about external threats like insurgency or banditry. It is about something far more insidious: interagency rivalry, misaligned priorities, and the disturbing emergence of […]

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8 d. ago Easter: CDS reaffirms military’s commitment to national security

As Christians across Nigeria celebrate Easter, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to national security, peace, and stability. In his Easter message on Thursday, Musa described the season as one of deep reflection and renewal. He urged members of the AFN to Read More

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8 d. ago Chief Ayiri calls on Tinubu to order IGP to arrest Delta’s former deputy governor Otuaro

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The Ologbotsere of Warri Kingdom in Delta State, Chief Ayirimi Emami, has called on President Bola Tinubu to ask the Inspector-General of Police and the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, to arrest the former deputy governor of Delta State, Deacon Kingsley Otuaro, Esq. Chief Ayiri, who made the call […] The post Chief Ayiri calls on Tinubu to order IGP to arrest Delta’s former deputy governor Otuaro appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Social Media Is Now A ‘Terrorist Organisation’, Sultan Of Sokoto Raises Alarm

The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), His Eminence Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III, has described social media as a “terrorist organisation” that must be urgently dealt with to preserve national security. Speaking during the 17th executive committee meeting of the Northern Traditional Rulers’ Council held in Maiduguri, […]

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9 d. ago Peter Obi Slams Tinubu’s Absence As Insecurity Spirals Nationwide

Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s continued stay in France, urging him to abandon the ongoing retreat and return to Nigeria to confront the escalating security crisis gripping the nation. Tinubu departed Nigeria on April 2 for a two-week “working visit” to France, the Presidency had announced that the purpose […] The post Peter Obi Slams Tinubu’s Absence As Insecurity Spirals Nationwide appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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