16 h. ago Nigerian Army inducts 6,195 new soldiers to combat insurgency, security challenges

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Army has inducted 6,195 newly recruited soldiers to bolster its efforts against insecurity, following the Passing Out Parade (PoP) for the 88 Regular Recruit Intake (RRI) at Depot Nigerian Army, Zaria, Kaduna State, on Saturday, June 14, 2025.  The recruits, who began their six-month intensive training on January 13, […] The post Nigerian Army inducts 6,195 new soldiers to combat insurgency, security challenges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Prayer session not policy to address food security — Agric Ministry clarifies

Tribune Online Prayer session not policy to address food security — Agric Ministry clarifies The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) has dismissed reports suggesting that it adopted prayer sessions as an official strategy to tackle Nigeria’s food security challenges, clarifying that the... Prayer session not policy to address food security — Agric Ministry clarifies Tribune Online

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27 h. ago BREAKING: Army injects 6,195, newly recruited soldiers to tackle security challenges

As 88 RRI pass out from Depot     From Molly Kilete, Abuja         The post BREAKING: Army injects 6,195, newly recruited soldiers to tackle security challenges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Army injects 6,195 newly recruited soldiers to tackle security challenges

As 88 RRI pass out from Depot     From Molly Kilete, Abuja         The post Army injects 6,195 newly recruited soldiers to tackle security challenges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago June12: Economic, Security Challenges Not Insurmountable – Gov Sani

Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has said that since the return to democratic rule in 1999, Nigerians have taken significant steps forward, even as the citizens continue to confront new hurdles. Governor Sani said the country still faces economic and security challenges, though these challenges are not insurmountable. In his Democracy Day message to the […]

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4 d. ago Kogi govt reaffirms commitment to security, warns against politicisation

From Sunday Nworie Ani, Lokoja The Kogi State government has reiterated its steadfast commitment to tackling insecurity and urged citizens, media stakeholders, and political actors to refrain from politicising the state’s security challenges or spreading fear. In a statement issued on Tuesday, June 10, by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Hon. Kingsley Femi Fanwo, […] The post Kogi govt reaffirms commitment to security, warns against politicisation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Kogi govt reassures citizens, warns against politicising insecurity

Tribune Online Kogi govt reassures citizens, warns against politicising insecurity The Kogi State Government has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to combating insecurity and called on citizens, media stakeholders, and political actors to avoid spreading fear or politicizing the state’s security challenges. Kogi govt reassures citizens, warns against politicising insecurity Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Biotechnology key to solving food security challenges — UniAbuja VC

Tribune Online Biotechnology key to solving food security challenges — UniAbuja VC The Acting Vice-Chancellor of the University of Abuja, Professor Lar Patricia Manko, has described biotechnology as a vital tool for addressing Nigeria’s mounting food security challenges. Biotechnology key to solving food security challenges — UniAbuja VC Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Farmers, herders’ clalshes, our biggest challenge in Ondo – Amotekun

Adetunji Adeleye, the Commander of the Ondo State Security Network Agency (Amotekun Corps), has explained that the biggest challenge the read more Farmers, herders’ clalshes, our biggest challenge in Ondo – Amotekun

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6 d. ago Insecurity: COAS Boosts Morale Of Frontline Troops, Harps On Professionalism

Towards effective tackling of the security challenges confronting the nation, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has exhibited a remarkable show of solidarity and support for the frontline troops in Akwa Ibom State. Addressing the combatants at a special luncheon held over the weekend at the Nigerian Army’s 2 Brigade Cantonment, […]

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6 d. ago Amid Rising Insecurity, Stakeholders Intensify Call For Community Policing

Amidst rising insecurity, security stakeholders have called for well-structured community policing to address the security challenges from the grassroots. Community policing in practice involves a collaborative approach where law enforcement and community members work together to address security issues and improve overall safety and well-being. This includes fostering trust, involving the community in decision-making, and […]

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9 d. ago Sallah: COAS Calls For Sustained Courage, Sacrifice In Defence Of Nation

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has hailed the Nigerian Army’s resilience in the face of security challenges, describing the troops as a beacon of courage and sacrifice whose efforts continue to inspire national pride and unity. The COAS in an Eid-el-Kabir message to commemorate the 2025 festival, expressed heartfelt felicitations […]

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9 d. ago Not All Mental Health Issues Require Medication, SDF Founder Tells Nigerians

The Country Director, Secure-D-Future International Initiative, Chinaemerem Iwuanyanwu, has said mental health challenges in Nigeria are significant, marked by limited access to services and a lack of social awareness and an inadequacy of mental health professionals. According to research, approximately 25-30% of Nigerians experience mental illness, but less than 10% have access to professional care. […]

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1 week ago Benue Killings: Arewa Group Tackles Lawyer Over Call For State Of Emergency

A northern group, Arewa Think Tank (ATT), has tackled a senior lawyer who called for a declaration of state of emergency in Benue State due to seemingly unending killing of citizens by herders in the area. Following the continued security challenges in the state, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Professor Sabastine Hon had asked […]

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1 week ago We Won’t Fail Citizens, Nigeria Won’t Fail, Defence Chief Assures

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa has assured that the Armed Forces of Nigeria will not fail Nigerians and that Nigeria will not fail as a nation its despite challenges. General Musa also reiterated the urgent need for national unity and citizens’ collaboration to overcome Nigeria’s security challenges, insisting that the country remains […]

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1 week ago BREAKING: Herdsmen crisis: Army Chief Oluyede relocates to Benue over incessant killings, attacks

deploys more troops, logistics, others to end massacre  From Molly Kilete, Abuja  The Chief Of Army Staff(COAS), Lieutenant General Oluyede, has relocated to Makurdi, the Benue State Capital, over the incessant killings of innocent villagers by herders and militia group. The killing which is becoming almost a daily occurrence has left many dead, several others […] The post BREAKING: Herdsmen crisis: Army Chief Oluyede relocates to Benue over incessant killings, attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago May 29: Buratai Hails Tinubu’s Policies, Urges Govs To Ensure Security In Their Domains

Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. TY Buratai (rtd), has hailed the economic policies of President Bola Tinubu as his administration marks his second anniversary in office on May 29. Gen. Buratai, who spoke at the Timelineng Lecture titled ‘Importance of the Media in Information Gathering, Disclosure in the Face of Security Challenges: the […]

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2 w. ago 2nd anniversary: Buratai lauds Tinubu’s economic policies, tasks govs on security in own states

By Sunday Ani Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen TY Buratai (retd), has hailed the economic policies of President Bola Tinubu as he marked his second anniversary in office. Gen Buratai, who spoke at the Timelineng lecture titled “Importance of the media in information gathering, disclosure in the face of security challenges, the achievements […] The post 2nd anniversary: Buratai lauds Tinubu’s economic policies, tasks govs on security in own states appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Up to 30 persons kidnapped in Kogi West under one week — Karimi

Tribune Online Up to 30 persons kidnapped in Kogi West under one week — Karimi The Senate heard on Wednesday that no fewer than 30 persons were kidnapped in Kogi-West Senatorial District of Kogi State in the last seven days amid the crippling security challenges in the country. Up to 30 persons kidnapped in Kogi West under one week — Karimi Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Calabar: Man arraigned for destroying police handcuffs, escaping custody

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Obi Amba-Ojong, 33, has been arraigned before a Calabar Magistrate Court for allegedly destroying police handcuffs after escaping from custody. The police accused Obi of breaking free from their grasp at Adijinkpor Junction/Army Checkpoint in Ikom Local Government Area, Cross River State, and damaging the handcuffs in the process. He faces […] The post Calabar: Man arraigned for destroying police handcuffs, escaping custody appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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