57 m. ago Defence minister nominee Musa’s screening set for Wednesday — Senate Leader

The Nigerian Senate will screen the new defence minister nominee, General Christopher Musa, on Wednesday to address the nation’s security challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/defence-minister-nominee-musas-screening-set-for-wednesday-senate-leader/

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1 hour ago US Reps Probe ‘Religious Persecution Of Nigerians’, Backs Trump’s Moves

The United States House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the allegations of religious persecution of Nigerians. The House, through its Appropriations Committee, said it will continue to work closely with the President Donald Trump administration to combat religious persecution around the world. The House Appropriations Vice Chairman and National Security Subcommittee Chairman, Mario […]

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3 h. ago Navy begins sea exercise in Delta to boost oil productiondele

The Nigerian Navy has launched ‘Exercise EBI TORU’, a sea exercise in Delta, to enhance maritime security, combat oil theft, and boost oil production. Read More: https://punchng.com/navy-begins-sea-exercise-in-delta-to-boost-oil-productiondele/

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6 h. ago National Defence College seeks TETFund’s support to boost research, curriculum overhaul

The Commandant of the National Defence College (NDC), Rear Admiral Abdullahi Ahmed, has called on the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) to support the College in strengthening its research capacity and updating its curriculum to address Nigeria’s evolving security challenges, including the integration of Artificial Intelligence.

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6 h. ago Police Arrest Masquerader For Causing Public Disturbance In Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a man, identified as David Effiong, for allegedly causing a public disturbance while dressed in full masquerade attire, in violation of the state government’s directive banning such displays. Effiong was reportedly taken into custody on Tuesday after residents raised alarm that a masquerader was creating a nuisance […]

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6 h. ago SSS Arraigns Sowore, Facebook, X For Cybercrime Over Posts Calling Tinubu Criminal

The State Security Service (SSS) on Tuesday arraigned Omoyele Sowore, human rights activist and publisher of Sahara Reporters, at the Federal High Court in Abuja for allegedly cyberbullying President Bola Tinubu by calling him a criminal. Mr Sowore was arraigned alongside the parent companies of Facebook and X over his posts on the social media […] The post SSS Arraigns Sowore, Facebook, X For Cybercrime Over Posts Calling Tinubu Criminal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Tinubu Vows To Transform Unstable Zones Into Hubs Of Economic Activity

He commended serving troops for their courage in confronting terrorism, insurgency, banditry, oil theft, piracy, and other security threats. The post Tinubu Vows To Transform Unstable Zones Into Hubs Of Economic Activity appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 h. ago NSCI Urges Tinubu To Retain Matawalle Over Contributions To Security

The Northern Stakeholders Consultative Initiative (NSCI) has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to retain the Minister of State for Defence, Mohammed Bello Matawalle, following the recent resignation of Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar. In a statement signed by its convener, Yerima Shettima, the group said it considered it important to reaffirm Matawalle’s value to […]

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7 h. ago Media Experts Decry Threats To Journalism, Seek Legal Protection For Reporters

Media experts have raised fresh concerns over the escalating threats confronting professional journalism in Nigeria, warning that unchecked misinformation, unregulated online content, and the absence of legislative protection for journalists pose a growing danger to the nation’s democracy. Former President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Chris Isiguzo, speaking at the NUJ FCT 2025 […]

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7 h. ago NAPS Backs Tinubu’s Emergency Measures On Security, Seeks Matawalle’s Role In Defence Ministry Reviewed

The National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS) has expressed support for President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency on insecurity, describing it as a bold and necessary step toward restoring peace and stability across the nation. However, the association has urged the President to review the continued role of the Minister of State […]

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8 h. 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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8 h. 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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8 h. 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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9 h. 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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9 h. 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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9 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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9 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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10 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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10 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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10 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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