2 h. ago Activist Deji Adeyanju Blames VIP Policing, Corruption For Rising Insecurity

Human rights activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has blamed the worsening insecurity in Nigeria on the mismanagement of Police resources and systemic corruption within the Force. Speaking during a press conference alongside other activists in Abuja on Friday, Adeyanju criticised the deployment of Police officers to protect the nation’s elite, leaving ordinary citizens vulnerable to […]

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3 h. ago NDYC Demands Emergency Rule In Zamfara Over Insecurity, Political Crisis

The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has called on the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency in Zamfara State due to what it called as alarming level of violence, lawlessness, and breakdown of order. In a press statement signed by National Coordinator, Israel Uwejeyan, NDYC cited the recent kidnappings, killings, and general insecurity […]

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9 h. ago Archbishop to Tinubu: It’s time to end insecurity, social injustice

By Oluseye Ojo The Archbishop of Ibadan, Methodist Church Nigeria (MCN), Most Rev’d Olugbenga Fafeyinwa, has told President Bola Tinubu that the time has come to end insecurity, hike in prices of petroleum and gas products, injustice, corruption, religious fanaticism, banditry, and Boko Haram insurgency in country. He made the disclosure in his address at […] The post Archbishop to Tinubu: It’s time to end insecurity, social injustice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago 14 Years On, Instant Payment Transforms Lives, Businesses In Northern Nigeria

A 42-year-old textile dealer in Bauchi, Adamu Yusuf, reached for his smartphone with anxiety and anticipation on a sweltering afternoon. Earlier, a customer had left his shop, promising to send money for a bulk order. Minutes later, a ping confirmed the transfer. Yusuf exhaled, his face breaking into a smile. “I can’t imagine life and […]

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16 h. ago Gov. Alia Reassures Corps Members Of Safety Amidst Security Challenges In Benue

Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has reassured National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in the state of their safety amidst ongoing security concerns in northern Nigeria. In a statement made on Friday through the Commissioner for Youth, Sports Development, and Creativity, Terkimbi Ikyange, the governor emphasised that his administration is taking measures […] The post Gov. Alia Reassures Corps Members Of Safety Amidst Security Challenges In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago IMION launches Executive Course to strengthen maritime security in global trade

BY PHILIP NWOSU As concerns grow over maritime insecurity and its impact on global commerce, the International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION) has announced a high-level executive course designed to address threats to maritime security and their implications for international trade. The two-day course, titled “Maritime Security and Global Trade: Strategic Perspectives for Nigeria’s Blue […] The post IMION launches Executive Course to strengthen maritime security in global trade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Insecurity: Northerners should wake up to recolonization attempt, says Makinde

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo A former member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Rotimi Makinde, has called on the Northerners to wake up to the attempt to recolonise the region by some external influence. He said the earlier they realise the truth and stop reading blame on leadership, the better for the peace of the […] The post Insecurity: Northerners should wake up to recolonization attempt, says Makinde appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Atiku Is Leader Nigerians’ Needs, Those Criticizing Him Are Working For Their Stomach — PDP Chieftain

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Segun Adewale, has said that former vice president, Atiku Abubakar is the Messiah Nigerians needs to fix the economy and end insecurity challenge facing the country. The former Lagos State chairman of the party told newsmen on Friday that no one should write off Atiku politically or tell […] The post Atiku Is Leader Nigerians’ Needs, Those Criticizing Him Are Working For Their Stomach — PDP Chieftain appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Atiku Is Leader Nigerians Needs, Those Criticising Him Are Working For Their Stomach — PDP Chieftain

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Segun Adewale, has said that former vice president, Atiku Abubakar is the Messiah Nigerians needs to fix the economy and end insecurity challenge facing the country. The former Lagos State chairman of the party told newsmen on Friday that no one should write off Atiku politically or tell […] The post Atiku Is Leader Nigerians Needs, Those Criticising Him Are Working For Their Stomach — PDP Chieftain appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago NEF raises alarm over lopsided appointments under President Tinubu

…Demands immediate redress   From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has expressed displeasure and concern over the persistent pattern of unfair, unequal, and heavily skewed federal appointments made by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu since assuming office in October 2023. This is contained in a statement by the group’s spokesperson, professor Abubakar Jika […] The post NEF raises alarm over lopsided appointments under President Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Plateau: Soldiers foil attack on Bassa community, neutralise bandits, arrest 2

From Jude Owuamanam Jos Troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) yesterday ,foiled  another attempt to attack Teegbe village in Bassa Local Government, Plateau State. Media Officer of Operations Safe Haven, Maj. Samson Zhakom, in a statement, said that the attack  was met with strong resistance from the soldiers, who responded to a distress call from […] The post Plateau: Soldiers foil attack on Bassa community, neutralise bandits, arrest 2 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Insecurity, banditry crippled academic activities at our main campus –Prof. Armayau Hamisu Bichi, outgoing Vice Chancellor, Federal University Dutsinma, Katsina State

From Agaju Madugba, Katsina Sir, how has it been for the past five years that you have been on the saddle of leadership here? I thank the Almighty Allah for taking me this far. The past five years have been wonderful well and by the grace of God, I think I have done well. When […] The post Insecurity, banditry crippled academic activities at our main campus –Prof. Armayau Hamisu Bichi, outgoing Vice Chancellor, Federal University Dutsinma, Katsina State appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Oyo: Herders ordered out of farm settlements to protect crops

From Oluseye Ojo, Ibadan The Oyo State government has directed herders to vacate all farm settlements to prevent crop destruction, as announced by Justice Aderonke Aderemi (retd), Chairperson of the Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority (OYRLEA), in a press statement on Thursday. OYRLEA, established by Governor Seyi Makinde in April 2024 and inaugurated […] The post Oyo: Herders ordered out of farm settlements to protect crops appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago NEC defers state police talks amid rising violence, honours victims

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The National Economic Council (NEC), chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, met on Thursday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, but postponed discussions on state police despite escalating insecurity. Attendees included governors, Rivers State Sole Administrator Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, and CBN Governor Yemi […] The post NEC defers state police talks amid rising violence, honours victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago NEC approves textile board, $90bn agribusiness, livestock plan

Shettima: We’re builders of a sustainable future, not crisis managers Byline: Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The National Economic Council (NEC), chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Thursday, approved the Cotton, Textile, and Garment Development Board and agribusiness and livestock strategies projected to generate $74–$90 billion by 2035, aiming to boost Nigeria’s economy and address insecurity. […] The post NEC approves textile board, $90bn agribusiness, livestock plan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago NEC eyes $90bn from establishment of textile devt board, livestock transformation

In a bid to reposition Nigeria’s economy and tackle insecurity from its roots, the National Economic Council (NEC) has approved read more NEC eyes $90bn from establishment of textile devt board, livestock transformation

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50 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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51 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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52 h. ago Nigeria’s Sectarian Divide Fuels Terrorism, Christian Youth Group Warns

The Northern Christian Youth Professionals (NCYP) has called for unity across religious and political lines to combat the country’s escalating terrorism crisis, warning that sectarian divisions are enabling criminals to operate with impunity. In a statement signed by its chairman, Isaac Abrak, yesterday, it said that mutual suspicion and blame between Christian and Muslim communities […]

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54 h. ago Southern Monarchs Condemn Uromi Killing, Urge Federal Gov’t To Address Insecurity

The Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council (SNTRC), has condoled with the families and loved ones of the Northern hunters who lost their lives in the Uromi incident. The traditional rulers condemned the violence that led to the loss of lives of the hunters and prayed for peace and stability in the affected community. In a […]

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