24 h. ago Plateau Killings: We’re excluded from peace parley, MACBAN laments

From Jude Owuamanam Jos Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Plateau State Chapter hae expresses surprise and concern over being excluded from a security meeting held by the Plateau State Government on Monday, April 21, 2025, at the Banquet Hall, New Government House. The association, in a statement signed by the MACBAN Chairman, […] The post Plateau Killings: We’re excluded from peace parley, MACBAN laments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Oyo community demands eviction of mining company over environmental, security concerns

By Oluseye Ojo Residents and leaders of Itasa community in Oyo State have raised the alarm over the operations of a mining company they claimed poses a significant threat to their safety and environment. During a recent visit to the mining site, community leaders expressed their urgent need for the Federal Government to compel the […] The post Oyo community demands eviction of mining company over environmental, security concerns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Customs auctions 500 jerry cans, drums of PMS seized from smugglers in Niger

From John Adams Minna The Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) has expressed great concern over growing security challenges in the country, especially in parts of the North, saying the activities of bandits and other insurgents are hampering its operations. Comptroller General of the Customs Service, Mr. Bash Adewale Adeniyi, stated this in Minna, Niger State, on […] The post Customs auctions 500 jerry cans, drums of PMS seized from smugglers in Niger appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Security challenges affecting our operations, says Customs Comptroller General, Bash

Auctions 500 jerrycans, two drums of PMS seized from smugglers in Niger From John Adams Minna The Nigerian Customs Service has expressed great concern over the growing security challenges, especially in parts of the north, saying that the activities of bandits and other insurgents is hampering its operations. The Comptroller General of the Customs Service, […] The post Security challenges affecting our operations, says Customs Comptroller General, Bash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Finland shuts border with Russia indefinitely over security concerns

Finland announced on Wednesday that its eastern border with Russia, which it closed in December 2023, will remain closed indefinitely. The Nordic country shut its 1,340-kilometre (830-mile) border with Russia after the arrival of around 1,000 migrants without visas. Helsinki claimed that the surge of migrants was orchestrated by Russia, a charge that the Kremlin Read More

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2 w. ago Cristiano Ronaldo hires new security head amid family safety concerns

By Seyi Babalola Cristiano Ronaldo has restructured his personal security staff, hiring a new head of security in response to rising worries about the safety of his family. According to Idman.biz, the Al-Nassr striker, who lives in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia with wife Georgina Rodríguez and their five children, took the choice after getting many threats […] The post Cristiano Ronaldo hires new security head amid family safety concerns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Peter Obi lauds police for withdrawing Emir Sanusi invitation

By John Ogunsemore The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has commended the police for withdrawing the invitation extended to the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II. This is contained in a statement issued on Monday. Police authorities had summoned Sanusi to Abuja over the violent incident that marred Sallah […] The post Peter Obi lauds police for withdrawing Emir Sanusi invitation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Sallah violence: Police withdraw Emir Sanusi’s invitation to Abuja

The Nigeria Police Force has withdrawn an earlier invitation extended to the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II,  in connection with the violent incident that marred Sallah celebrations in Kano State on March 30, 2025. Sanusi was initially summoned to Abuja to provide his account of the events that led to the breakdown of Read More

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2 w. ago VIDEO: ‘No vigils for electricity, security,’ Alibaba explains reasons for japa trend

Veteran Nigerian comedian, Atunyota Akpobome, popularly known as Alibaba has shared his thoughts on the rising trend of Nigerians relocating abroad popularly called ‘japa’. In an interview on Outside the Box Podcast, aired on YouTube on Saturday, Alibaba said the reasons behind the movement are often tied to frustration with the country’s infrastructure, security concerns, Read More

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2 w. ago Anambra Nov 8 guber: Soludo, Moghalu, emerge APGA, LP candidates

Chukwuma quits APC, Okonkwo withdraws from party’s guber primary • Cites ethical, security concerns as reason   By Chinelo Obogo (Lagos), Romanus Ugwu (Abuja) and Aloysius Attah (Onitsha)   Ahead of the November 8 Anambra State governorship election, Prof Chukwuma Soludo has emerged the candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) with Dr George […] The post Anambra Nov 8 guber: Soludo, Moghalu, emerge APGA, LP candidates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago BREAKING: Police Summon Emir Sanusi II To Abuja Over Sallah Procession Violence In Kano

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has officially invited the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, for questioning in connection with the violence that broke out during the recent Eid-el-Fitr procession in Kano, which resulted in the death of a local vigilante member. LEADERSHIP reports that the invitation followed a deadly incident that occurred on […]

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2 w. ago Yoruba groups call for state Police to curb insecurity in Southwest

Tribune Online Yoruba groups call for state Police to curb insecurity in Southwest Self-determination groups in the Southwest, under the aegis of Yoruba Assembly, have expressed serious concerns over the worsening security situation in the region, stressing that the only solution to addressing cases of kidnapping, banditry, and other crimes, which have become rampant in the country, is through the establishment of State Police. Yoruba groups call for state Police to curb insecurity in Southwest Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Sallah Day Violence: Kano Police Probe Emir Sanusi II Over Alleged Defiance Of Ban On Durbar

The Kano State Police Commissioner, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, has inaugurated an eight-member Special Investigation Panel (SIP) to investigate violence that erupted during the procession of the entourage of 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, after Eid-el-Fitr prayers on Sunday, March 30, 2025. According to a press release issued by the Police Public Relations […]

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2 w. ago “Security Operatives Will Determine Senator Natasha’s Arrest For Disobeying Govt’s Directives” – Kogi Commissioner

Kogi State government has said that only security agencies can decide whether Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan should be arrested for defying the state government’s ban on rallies. Recall that Governor Usman Ododo’s led administration over the weekend, announced a restriction on public gatherings and rallies in Kogi, citing security concerns in the state. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports […] The post “Security Operatives Will Determine Senator Natasha’s Arrest For Disobeying Govt’s Directives” – Kogi Commissioner appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Durbar ban: Sanusi visits gov, avoids traditional horse ride

Amid the ban on Sallah Durbar activities, the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, on Tuesday, abandoned the traditional horse procession and instead travelled in a vehicle convoy to offer Sallah homage to Governor Abba Yusuf at the Kano Government House. The emir also changed his routes from the Emir’s palace to the state Read More

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3 w. ago Kogi Police Urge Senator Natasha To Cancel Sallah Rally Over Security Concerns

The Kogi State Police Command has urged Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduagan to cancel her planned Sallah homecoming rally in the Central Senatorial District, citing security concerns. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP William Aya, on behalf of the State Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, the command emphasised the need […] The post Kogi Police Urge Senator Natasha To Cancel Sallah Rally Over Security Concerns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Kogi LG chair imposes curfew ahead of Natasha’s constituency visit

The Chairman of Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State, Amoka Monday, has imposed a curfew across the council area, citing security concerns following a ban on political rallies and unregulated public gatherings. In a statement personally signed by the chairman on Monday, he declared that the curfew was necessary to maintain peace and order Read More

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3 w. ago PICTORIAL: Emir Sanusi II Holds Hawan Nasarawa Despite Police Ban Against Durbar

The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, has proceeded with the annual Hawan Nasarawa ceremony despite the police ban on the Eid-el-Fitr durbar due to security concerns. Traditionally, the event features the Emir and his entourage riding on horseback in a grand procession from his palace to the Government House to pay homage to […]

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3 w. ago TikTok Deal Imminent Amid National Security Concerns – Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump has expressed confidence that a deal will be reached regarding TikTok ahead of the looming deadline. The Chinese-owned video-sharing app, operated by ByteDance, faces an April 5 deadline to be sold or risk being banned in the United States. The US government has raised concerns over national security, citing potential data […] The post TikTok Deal Imminent Amid National Security Concerns – Donald Trump appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi

Tribune Online Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi Emir Sanusi also declared that the annual traditional heritage, usually celebrated at the end of Ramadan, is not a matter of life and death but a cultural symbol dating back to the 15th century. Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi Tribune Online

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