77 m. ago VDM Saga: Goje calls for NSA’s intervention, warns of national security risks

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Kaduna-based social commentator and public affairs analyst, Yusuf Ishaku Goje, has called on the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, to urgently intervene in the controversy surrounding the recent arrest of social media influencer, Martin Vincent Otse popularly known as Very Dark Man (VDM), warning that the situation could escalate into […] The post VDM Saga: Goje calls for NSA’s intervention, warns of national security risks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Methodist Synod Decries Insecurity, Hardship, Seeks Prayers For Tinubu

The leadership of the Methodist Church, Nigeria (MCN) has expressed concerns over the prevailing socio-economic and security challenges engulfing the nation, lamenting that unless urgent remediation measures are in place, the country faces the risk of implosion. Rising from the 30th Annual Synod of the Diocese, held at the Immanuel Methodist Cathedral, Itiam Etoi, Uyo, […]

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4 h. ago Nigeria’s Security Architecture: Progress Amidst Complex Challenges

The PUNCH editorial of April 27, 2025, titled “Insecurity and Incompetence of Security Chiefs”* , while understandably driven by patriotic fervour, falls into the classic pitfall of oversimplifying a profoundly complex national security crisis. *To characterise the Nigerian security chiefs as “clueless” or “grossly incompetent” is not only unfair, it dangerously underestimates the multidimensional challenges […]

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8 h. ago Group demands action to curb influence of Chinese nationals on youths

By Sunday Ani Chairman, League of Patriotic Lawyers, Abubakar Yesufu, has called on the Federal Government and the National Security Council to urgently check the influence of Chinese nationals on Nigerian youths. He said they have little or no regard for the country’s laws or security agencies. He cited recent viral videos showing Chinese individuals […] The post Group demands action to curb influence of Chinese nationals on youths appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago VDM arrest: motorists, traders groan as security men barricade EFCC access road

From Sola Ojo, Abuja There was heavy security presence around the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) office on Monday following suspicions that members of the public were mobilizing to protest the arrest of popular social media influencer, Martins Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). Martins Otse, known for his controversial takes on social and […] The post VDM arrest: motorists, traders groan as security men barricade EFCC access road appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Ibas urges AFCSC to offer practical solutions for Nigeria’s security

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Rivers State Sole Administrator Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas has urged participants of Senior Course 47 at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College (AFCSC), Jaji, to ensure their study tour reports offer practical solutions to Nigeria’s security challenges. Speaking on Monday during a courtesy visit at Government House, Port Harcourt, […] The post Ibas urges AFCSC to offer practical solutions for Nigeria’s security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Go after financiers of insecurity, APC chieftain charges Tinubu, security agencies

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo A Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has advised President Bola Tinubu and security agencies to go after those financing insecurity in the country. In a statement made available to our Correspondent in Osogbo, on Sunday, Oyintiloye, a member of defunct APC Presidential Campaign […] The post Go after financiers of insecurity, APC chieftain charges Tinubu, security agencies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Nigerian Firm, Brazilian Varsity Sign MoU On Livestock Production

The chief executive officer, Silagreen International Agro Development Limited, Michael Olusegun Akinruli, has said that his firm has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Zebu Breeders Association (ABCZ), Brazil, to boost food security in Nigeria through improved dairy production, especially cattle. He added that the cooperation was facilitated by the company’s […]

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45 h. ago UNG urges FG to replicate Soludo’s security model for Nigeria

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Unite Nigeria Group (UNG) has urged the Federal Government and state governors to replicate Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo’s security model to address rising insecurity nationwide. The UNG stated that Anambra’s Homeland Security architecture, which targets the arrest and prosecution of criminal gang sponsors and financiers, has significantly reduced crime […] The post UNG urges FG to replicate Soludo’s security model for Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago 10 Stockbroking Firms Trade Equities Worth N275.6bn In 4 Months

Cordros Securities Limited and nine others on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited traded N275.601 billion in the first four months of the year, 2025. The NGX Broker Performance Report showed that the top 10 stockbrokers were responsible for 57.08 percent of the total value of stocks traded. Cordros Securities led in transaction value, executing trades […]

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56 h. ago Insecurity: Your time is up, Tinubu dares bandits, terrorists, kidnappers

…Storms Katsina, says Nigeria will not bow to terror, treachery • Urges soldiers to be resolute From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has urged the Nigerian military to intensify efforts at ending terrorism and banditry, describing the current security challenges as a defining moment in Nigeria’s history. According to a statement issued by his […] The post Insecurity: Your time is up, Tinubu dares bandits, terrorists, kidnappers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago Defence HQ Arrests Two Security Personnel Aiding Terrorists In North

The Defence Headquarters recently revealed the arrest of two security personnel involved in aiding terrorist activities in the North-East of Nigeria. The two men, part of hybrid forces working with the military to combat insurgency, were detained during a series of operations conducted between April 26 and April 29, 2025. These operations targeted areas such […] The post Defence HQ Arrests Two Security Personnel Aiding Terrorists In North-East appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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68 h. ago Fight against terrorism: Tinubu vows to secure northwest forests, boost surveillance

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has pledged a robust federal response to insecurity in Nigeria’s Northwest, promising to reclaim ungoverned forests and enhance surveillance using advanced technology to combat kidnapping, banditry, and terrorism. According to a statement issued by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President speaking at a state […] The post Fight against terrorism: Tinubu vows to secure northwest forests, boost surveillance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Nigeria Has Become Laughing Stock Among Nations, Says Imasuangbon

  Former Edo State governorship candidate on the platform of Labour Party (LP) and philanthropist, Barrister Kenneth Imasuangbon, who turned 59 weekend, has decried the state of Nigeria’s security and economy, warning that the country was losing global respect as a result. Imasuangbon said that the level of insecurity in Nigeria has become a national […]

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3 d. ago Tinubu vows Nigeria will never surrender to terrorists, charges military to end insecurity

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has urged the Nigerian military to intensify efforts to end terrorism and banditry, describing the current security challenges as a defining moment in Nigeria’s history.  Speaking directly to soldiers of the 17 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, the Commander-in-Chief urged them to intensify efforts to end terrorism, banditry, […] The post Tinubu vows Nigeria will never surrender to terrorists, charges military to end insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Obey court decision over Bajju traditions – Deceased woman’s son to NSA, Kaduna govt, security agencies

Emmanuel Yamai Bakam, a native of Fadia Tudun Wada community in Kajju Chiefdom of Zangon Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State, has raised alarm over what he describes as a coordinated plot by certain individuals, allegedly aided by the security agencies, to violate the age-old customs and traditions of the Bajju people. Bakam made […] The post Obey court decision over Bajju traditions – Deceased woman’s son to NSA, Kaduna govt, security agencies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Arewa youths faults call for emergency rule in Zamfara state

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Arewa Youth Vanguard (AYV) in a statement released by its coordinator ,lawal Dantala Mani, has condemned the call for emergency rule in Zamfara state. According to the statement,the recent improvements in security across many parts of Northern Nigeria, including the Kaduna-Abuja highway, where citizens can now travel without the paralyzing […] The post Arewa youths faults call for emergency rule in Zamfara state appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Labour to FG: Fix economy, security to ease Nigerians’ plight

…Seeks upward review of retirement age to 65 …Raises alarm over new terrorist group springing up in N’Central The Nigeria read more Labour to FG: Fix economy, security to ease Nigerians’ plight

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5 d. ago PICTORIAL: Workers Converge At Abuja’s Eagles Square For 2025 May Day Celebration

Workers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have converged at the Eagles Square in Abuja to commemorate the 2025 May Day. Workers were dressed in different attires to showcase their various profession and vocations. Security personnel including those of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Nigerian Security and […]

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5 d. ago Benue killings: BENGONET raises alarm over 5,700 deaths in Turan, urges permanent security outpost

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Benue NGOs Network (BENGONET) has urged the federal government to establish a permanent security outpost in Turan, Kwande Local Government Area (LGA), Benue State, to address escalating violence. The call was made during a press conference in Makurdi on Wednesday following a two-day field visit to Jato Aka and surrounding […] The post Benue killings: BENGONET raises alarm over 5,700 deaths in Turan, urges permanent security outpost appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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