27 h. ago Insecurity: NGF sets up committee to collaborate with security agencies

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has formed a sub-committee to work with security agency heads to tackle Nigeria’s rising insecurity. This follows a presentation on technology-driven security initiatives by Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa. Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, announced this after an NGF meeting briefed by the […] The post Insecurity: NGF sets up committee to collaborate with security agencies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Governors Set Up Subcommittee To Tackle Insecurity, Collaborate With Security Chiefs

In a bid to address the escalating insecurity in Nigeria, the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) has established a subcommittee to work alongside heads of security agencies. The move is aimed at enhancing collaboration to resolve the country’s security crisis, which includes widespread banditry, kidnappings, and other violent crimes. The governors emphasised the need for urgent […] The post Governors Set Up Subcommittee To Tackle Insecurity, Collaborate With Security Chiefs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Insecurity: Tinubu issues fresh orders to security chiefs, declares ‘enough is enough’

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has issued renewed directives to Nigeria’s security and intelligence leadership, demanding an immediate halt to the ongoing violence in affected regions and declaring emphatically that ,”Enough is enough.” He gave the directive yesterday ,when he met with  security chiefs to address the issue of rising violence in Plateau, […] The post Insecurity: Tinubu issues fresh orders to security chiefs, declares ‘enough is enough’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 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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43 h. ago Governors meet with Chief of Defence Staff at security briefing

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Governors of the 36 states of the Federation, under the auspices of the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF), are currently holding an extensive meeting in Abuja ahead of Thursday’s National Executive Council (NEC) session. The primary focus of their discussion is the escalating insecurity in various parts of the country, marked by […] The post Governors meet with Chief of Defence Staff at security briefing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Insecurity: President Tinubu Issues Fresh Orders, Says ‘Enough Is Enough’

President Bola Tinubu has issued fresh directives to Nigeria’s top security and intelligence chiefs, declaring that the persistent wave of violence in parts of the country must come to an end, stating firmly: “Enough is enough.” The President made the declaration during a high-level security meeting held on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The […]

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8 d. ago Why we urged Southern governors to wake up, act on Tinubu’s security directive – Forum

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) issued a statement on Wednesday explaining its call for Southern Nigerian governors to act swiftly on President Bola Tinubu’s security directive. Signed by Chairman Emmanuel Enebeli and Secretary Shedrack Onitsha, the statement called on governors, as chief security officers, to prioritise protecting lives and […] The post Why we urged Southern governors to wake up, act on Tinubu’s security directive – Forum appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Anambra guber: Jeff Nweke defeats Ekwunife, others to emerge AA candidate

By Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Security expert Chief Jeff Nweke has emerged as the Action Alliance (AA) governorship candidate for the November 8 Anambra State election. He defeated Amarachukwu Ekwunife and Michael Elemuo in the party’s primary. The primary, monitored by INEC officials, took place on Thursday at Jesse Hotel in Awka. Using the Option A4 […] The post Anambra guber: Jeff Nweke defeats Ekwunife, others to emerge AA candidate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago “Bobrisky Smuggled Eight ATM Cards Into Kirikiri, Used ₦35m For Special Treatment” – Lagos Baale Alleges

The recent incarceration of popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, has sparked fresh controversy, with a Lagos traditional ruler accusing Nigerian Correctional Service officials of aiding his alleged bribery scheme to secure VIP treatment in prison. Chief Babalola Shabi, the Baale of Kirikiri Town and popularly known as “Baale No-Nonsense,” claimed that Bobrisky […] The post “Bobrisky Smuggled Eight ATM Cards Into Kirikiri, Used ₦35m For Special Treatment” – Lagos Baale Alleges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago George Nweke video: Fubara’s chief of staff gets court protection against arrest

Edison Ehie, chief of staff to suspended governor Sim Fubara has secured court order against any impending arrest over allegations read more George Nweke video: Fubara’s chief of staff gets court protection against arrest

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s stability, security require collective efforts –COAS

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has called on Nigerians to support and encourage the military in its commitment to secure the country. The army chief made the call when he hosted frontline troops of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, to his special Eid-el-fitr celebration luncheon in Port […] The post Nigeria’s stability, security require collective efforts –COAS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Airforce chief commends troops’ efforts in strengthening national security

The Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, has commended the officers, airmen and airwomen for their unwavering efforts in the fight against bandits and terrorists in the country. He stated this on Monday during the 2025 Sallah Luncheon with the personnel of the Air Component of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Sector 2, held at Read More

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3 w. ago Lynched travellers: CDS squad goes after killers as Okpebholo consults govs

•14 arrested as gov suspends security corps boss, illegal vigilante groups The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, on Sunday, strongly condemned the killing of 16 hunters in Edo State, vowing that the perpetrators will be brought to justice. The CDS pledged, as the Edo State government said, that Governor Monday Okpehbolo had reached Read More

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3 w. ago Okpebholo suspends security chief, bans unregistered vigilantes after 16 hunters killed

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has taken action following a tragic incident in the Uromi area, suspending the commander of read more Okpebholo suspends security chief, bans unregistered vigilantes after 16 hunters killed

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3 w. ago Lynched travellers: CDS squad goes after killers, Okpebholo consults govs

•14 arrested as gov suspends security corps boss, illegal vigilante groups The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, on Sunday, strongly condemned the killing of 16 hunters in Edo State, vowing that the perpetrators will be brought to justice. The CDS pledged, as the Edo State government said, that Governor Monday Okpehbolo had reached Read More

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3 w. ago Edo Gov Suspends Security Chief, Vigilante Group Over Killing Of Northern Travellers 

Governor Monday Okpebholo, has suspended Commander of Edo State Security Corps, Friday Ibadin, over recent killings of northern travellers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of the state. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that some individuals, suspected to be terrorists, were arrested on the 27th of March, 2025 and set ablaze by […] The post Edo Gov Suspends Security Chief, Vigilante Group Over Killing Of Northern Travellers  appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Edo Gov Suspends Security Chief, Bans Illegal Vigilante Groups Over Uromi Killings

Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, has ordered the immediate suspension of the Commander of the Edo State Security Corps, CP Friday Ibadin (Rtd), and banned all illegal vigilante groups operating in the state. The decision followed the gruesome killing of 16 travellers of northern extraction in Uromi, Esan North-East local government area of the State, […]

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3 w. ago Nigeria secures ¥12bn loan from Japan to enhance food production

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Federal Government has secured a 12 billion Japanese Yen loan through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to boost food production under the National Agricultural Growth Scheme and Agro-Pocket (NAGS-AP). Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Abubakar Kyari, in a statement at the weekend by the Chief Information Officer, Eremah […] The post Nigeria secures ¥12bn loan from Japan to enhance food production appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Edo killing: Okpehbolo suspends security chief, bans illegal vigilante groups

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has suspended the Commander of the Edo State Security Corps, Friday Ibadin, following the March 27 lynching of travellers in Uromi, the Esan North East Local Government Area of the state. The victims, mostly from northern Nigeria, were set ablaze by an angry mob after a local vigilante group allegedly Read More

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4 w. ago Okpebholo Orders Probe Into Killing Of 7 Suspected Kidnappers In Edo

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has condemned the killing of seven suspected kidnappers by residents of a community in Uromi, Esan North-East local government area of the state. Describing the act as barbaric and condemnable, the Governor represented by the Chief Security Officer (CSO), Government House, SP Solomon Osaghale, vowed to ensure that the […]

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