43 h. ago Chaos In National Assembly As Security Agents ‘Assault’ Journalists

Pandemonium broke out at the National Assembly complex on Wednesday after some overzealous security agents allegedly barred journalists from accessing the legislative building. Consequently, scores of accredited journalists were left stranded, trying to understand what was happening. The Sergeant-at-Arms personnel and Police officers on duty retorted that they were acting on “orders from above” to […]

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43 h. ago Security agents assault journalists, deny access to National Assembly

Some security agents, on Wednesday, barred journalists from accessing the National Assembly. Consequently, some accredited journalists were left stranded. When asked, the Sergeant-at-Arms and police officers on duty claimed they were acting on “orders from above” to prevent those without official permanent identity cards from entering the White House complex. Despite pleas from journalists, who Read More

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66 h. ago Security Agents Kill Suspected Kidnapper, Rescue Victim In Anambra

A member of a five-man kidnapping gang has been neutralised by a joint security team in Ihiala, Ihiala local government area of Anambra State. The security team comprising personnel of the Nigerian Police, military and Ihiala vigilante also rescued a kidnap victim which the hoodlums were trying to escape with in a black shuttle bus […]

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3 d. ago ASF France Trains Journalists, Security Agents On Digital Rights

Country director of Avocats Sans Frontiers (ASF) France, Angela Uwandu Uzoma-Iwuchukwu,  has called for the establishment of comprehensive digital rights legislation tailored to address the nuances of cybersecurity. She made the call during a two-day training session held in Abuja. The session was organised by Advocta Sans Frontieres Franc in collaboration with the Centre for […]

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3 d. ago Adeleke vows clampdown on communal conflicts as community urges Tinubu’s intervention

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Monday, visited areas affected by the communal clashes in Ilobu, Ifon and Erin Osun communities, condemning the large-scale destruction of properties. Adeleke charged the security agents to go after the perpetrators. What initially started as boundary disputes between Ifon and Ilobu communities in the early hours of last Friday, Read More

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3 d. ago MTN opens training applications for journalists, content creators

MTN Nigeria has opened applications for the fourth edition of its Media Innovation Programme, a six-month fellowship designed to equip media professionals with insights into the evolving media and technology landscape, the company said in a statement on Monday. A statement on Monday noted that the programme, in partnership with the School of Media and Read More

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4 d. ago Zamfara Gov Mourns As Suspected Bandits Kill 10 Security Agents

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal has mourned the death of six local security agents popularly known as Askarawa and four local vigilantes, who were killed by bandits in Anka Local Government Area of the state. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that the operatives on Saturday, were returning from a successful joint operation led by the Nigerian Army, […] The post Zamfara Gov Mourns As Suspected Bandits Kill 10 Security Agents appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Police Arrest Nine Suspected Thieves In Gombe, Recover Stolen Items

Gombe State Police Command has arrested nine suspects in connection with armed robbery, thuggery, and substance abuse in the state. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesman, Buhari Abdullahi on Friday, disclosed that security agents also recovered several stolen items, including phones, ATM cards, and cash from the suspected criminals. Abdullahi reaffirmed the command’s commitment […] The post Police Arrest Nine Suspected Thieves In Gombe, Recover Stolen Items appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Police Inspector, 11 Bandits Killed During Gun Battle In Benue

A Unit Commander of the Benue State Joint Security Taskforce, code named ‘Operation Zenda’ has been killed alongside eleven (11) suspected armed bandits terrorising the Sankera axis of the state. Sankera axis is comprised of Katsina/Ala, Ukum and Logo local government areas of Benue State. The police officer was killed when security agents engaged the […]

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2 w. ago Katsina Police Foil Bandits Kidnap Attempt, Rescue 30 Victims

Operatives of the Katsina State Police Command have foiled a kidnapping attempt in the Unguwar Sarkin Fulani Dutsen Dadi community, Faskari Local Government Area of the state. It was gathered that the security agents also rescued 30 residents abducted by criminals elements, suspected to be bandits on Wednesday. In a statement by the the Command’s […] The post Katsina Police Foil Bandits Kidnap Attempt, Rescue 30 Victims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Digital Rights: EU, NBA, Others Tackle FG Over Misuse Of Cybercrime Law

The European Union, the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, and other critical stakeholders in the justice sector have condemned the rising number of cases of citizens being arrested for alleged violations of the Cybercrime law. In separate presentations, they called for an urgent review of the legal system’s role in promoting and maintaining digital rights in […]

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2 w. ago Property Renters, Consumer Right Groups Fume Over Hike In Agency Fees

Property renters and consumer rights advocates are leading a call for the government to enforce stringent regulations on real estate agents who create hurdles for tenants to secure decent housing at fair price. They equally called for stricter policy and legislative efforts to curb the mounting affordability crisis in rental and lease homes. Residents and […]

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2 w. ago Gunmen abduct NDDC official in Bayelsa as security agents launch manhunt

Suspected gunmen have kidnapped Loveday Akari, a Senior Special Assistant to the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission read more Gunmen abduct NDDC official in Bayelsa as security agents launch manhunt

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2 w. ago Security agents killed Lakurawa kingpin Miagemu in Kebbi – Gov’s aide

A notorious Lakurawa kingpin, Maigemu, has been eliminated in an operation by a combined team of security forces and vigilantes in Kebbi State. The Director of Security at the Cabinet Office in Birnin Kebbi, Alhaji Abdulrahman Zagga, in a statement made available to newsmen in the state on Friday, confirmed that Maigemu was taken down Read More

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3 w. ago How poor infrastructure, skill gap hinder Al, technology education in Nigeria – Ajala

Sodiq Ajala is an educator and digital rights advocate, who is currently pursuing a PhD in Educational Management and Information read more How poor infrastructure, skill gap hinder Al, technology education in Nigeria – Ajala

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4 w. ago Insecurity: Expert urges community participation, teamwork among security agents 

Retired Deputy Inspector General of Police, Habu Sani, has stressed the need for community involvement and inter-agency cooperation as key strategies for addressing Nigeria’s security challenges. Speaking to journalists in Sokoto on Wednesday, Sani commended the Sokoto State Government for its support of security agencies, particularly in the provision of operational vehicles and logistics. He Read More

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4 w. ago Security Agents Block Access To Emir Bayero’s Palace In Kano

Security agents on Wednesday blocked all routes leading to the Nasarawa Mini-Palace where the embattled former Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, resides in Kano. Motorists were diverted to alternative routes as security personnel restricted access to the area, sparking widespread speculations. LEADERSHIP reports that although the mini-palace has always had security presence, residents noted […]

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4 w. ago NAWOJ Benue, Norwegian Union of Journalists train female journalists on gender, equity, safety

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), with support from the Norwegian Union of Journalists (NORSK JOURNALISTSLAG) has trained female journalists in Benue on Gender Equity and Safety. Welcoming participants at the 2-day training which started on Monday, February 24, 2025, at the NUJ House in Makurdi, the NAWOJ Chairman Benue […] The post NAWOJ Benue, Norwegian Union of Journalists train female journalists on gender, equity, safety appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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