20 h. ago Romanian defence minister quits after admitting error in academic record

Romania’s defence minister has resigned after admitting to a mistake on his CV regarding his university education, citing national security concerns. Read More: https://punchng.com/romanian-defence-minister-quits-after-admitting-error-in-academic-record/

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40 h. ago Funding, safety concerns rise as Tinubu, lawmakers push for mass security recruitment

Concerns over funding challenges, as well as fears of infiltration into the security agencies, have intensified following President Bola Tinubu’s read more Funding, safety concerns rise as Tinubu, lawmakers push for mass security recruitment

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52 h. ago Southern govs, traditional rulers meet, discuss security of region

Approve zonal security fund • Pass vote of confidence in Tinubu AMIDST rising security concerns in the country, the Southern Governors’ Forum (SGF) and the Southern Traditional Rulers Council (SNTR) on Wednesday passed a vote of confidence in President Bola Tinubu in recognition of his administration’s commitment to tackling insecurity in the country. The governors’ […]

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3 d. ago Nigeria is fighting for its survival, US must not stand aside

THE United States’ designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern has reignited conversation across diplomatic, security, and human rights circles. The CPC mechanism under the International Religious Freedom Act is vital, but its application must be precise. In Nigeria’s case, the designation misidentifies the problem and risks damaging a crucial partnership at a […]

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3 d. ago FCTA Orders Closure Of Senior Secondary Schools Over Security Concerns

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has directed all public senior secondary schools in Abuja, the nation’s capital, to shut down on or before Friday, November 28, citing urgent security concerns. In a memo issued on Tuesday by Aishatu Sani Alhassan, director of school services, FCT secondary education board, seen by TheCable, principals and heads […] The post FCTA Orders Closure Of Senior Secondary Schools Over Security Concerns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Insecurity: Governor Sule Praises Tinubu’s Handling Of US Security Concerns

Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has lauded President Bola Tinubu for his “calm and mature” response to US President Donald Trump’s remarks regarding insecurity in Nigeria. Recall that Trump recently designated Nigeria as a ‘Country of Particular Concern’ (CPC) and criticised the Nigerian government, citing widespread reports of genocide against Christians. Speaking on Arise TV’s […]

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5 d. ago Bauchi Govt. Shuts All Public, Private Primary, Secondary, Tertiary Institutions Over Security Fears

*PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT!!!* *TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF ALL SCHOOLS IN BAUCHI STATE DUE TO SECURITY CONCERNS.* The Bauchi State Government wishes to notify the general public that all primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions—including Federal Government-owned schools and private schools—are hereby closed with immediate effect. This decision, though difficult, was taken by the Government of Bauchi State after […] The post Bauchi Govt. Shuts All Public, Private Primary, Secondary, Tertiary Institutions Over Security Fears appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Bauchi govt directs temporary schools closure over security concerns

All schools in Bauchi State have been directed to close temporarily following security concerns in order to safeguard the lives of school communities.

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6 d. ago Fear of student abduction: Plateau, Niger, Taraba, Katsina, Kebbi shut schools, hostels, varsity

•CAN confirms abduction of 303 students, 12 teachers in Niger •Parents besiege boarding schools to evacuate their children • We are close to abducted Kebbi students’ location ―Matawalle AS the fear of the abduction of school children by terrorist grips parts of Northern Nigeria, state governments in the region have begun to close primary and […]

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6 d. ago Jos Catholic Archdiocese halts ‘Christ the King’ procession over security concerns

The Catholic Archdiocese of Jos has cancelled the 2025 Christ the King procession earlier scheduled to hold across all its read more Jos Catholic Archdiocese halts ‘Christ the King’ procession over security concerns

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6 d. ago Osun: Adeleke assures safety amid rising insecurity in Nigeria

Addressing public concerns about security, Governor Adeleke said several meetings have been held in recent weeks to prevent bandits from entering the state. He explained that...

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6 d. ago Kebbi Varsity Shuts Down With Immediate Effect Amid Security Concerns

Sources suggest that the directive may be connected to heightened security threats affecting educational institutions across northern Nigeria. The post Kebbi Varsity Shuts Down With Immediate Effect Amid Security Concerns appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 d. ago Niger Attack: CAN Debunks Reports On ₦3bn Ransom Demand By Gunmen

Reacting to rising security concerns in the country, the Federal Government has ordered the immediate closure of 41 Federal Unity Colleges. The post Niger Attack: CAN Debunks Reports On ₦3bn Ransom Demand By Gunmen appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 d. ago FG orders immediate closure of 41 federal unity colleges amid rising insecurity

The Federal Government has ordered the immediate closure of 41 Federal Unity Colleges across the country following heightened security concerns read more FG orders immediate closure of 41 federal unity colleges amid rising insecurity

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7 d. ago UPDATED: FG Orders Closure Of 41 Unity Colleges Over Security Concerns

The renewed abduction of students is the latest in a series of kidnappings in learning institutions, dating back to 2014 when students were taken away in Chibok, Borno State.  The post UPDATED: FG Orders Closure Of 41 Unity Colleges Over Security Concerns appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 d. ago Plateau orders immediate closure of schools over security concerns

The Plateau State Universal Basic Education Board (PSUBEB) has ordered the immediate shutdown of all basic schools across the state read more Plateau orders immediate closure of schools over security concerns

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7 d. ago Katsina Orders Closure Of All Public Schools Over Security Concerns

Katsina, located in the North-West zone, borders Kebbi State, where gunmen abducted 26 students from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, earlier this week. The post Katsina Orders Closure Of All Public Schools Over Security Concerns appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 d. ago Police warn against planned protest over Kebbi schoolgirls’ abduction

Kebbi State Police warn against protests over the Kebbi schoolgirls’ abduction, citing security concerns that could disrupt ongoing rescue operations. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-warn-against-planned-protest-over-kebbi-schoolgirls-abduction/

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7 d. ago Cross River Gov summons 18 LG chairmen as security concerns intensify

Governor Bassey Otu has taken decisive steps to strengthen public safety in Cross River State by convening a strategic meeting with the chairmen of all 18 Local Government Councils.

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7 d. ago VP Shettima Departs Abuja To Represent Tinubu At G20 Summit In South Africa

Following the decision of President Bola Tinubu to stay back in Nigeria and attend to security concerns in the country, Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja to represent the President at the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa. President Tinubu had postponed his earlier scheduled trip to Johannesburg, South Africa, to await further […]

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