29 h. ago Edo NSCDC Commandant Gbenga Agun Slumps, Dies After Event In Benin

The commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Edo State, Gbenga Agun, has passed away. Agun reportedly attended a function in Benin City on Thursday but collapsed just a few minutes after leaving the venue. A source within the NSCDC spoke to Nigerian Tribune, the commandant was immediately rushed to the […] The post Edo NSCDC Commandant Gbenga Agun Slumps, Dies After Event In Benin appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Take criminal elements out for Nigeria to have peace, CDS charges security forces

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher G. Musa, has charged Nigeria’s security forces to identify criminal elements troubling the country and the wider Sahel region, and to take them out for peace to reign. The CDS, who spoke as Guest of Honour at the closing ceremony of Exercise Haske Biyu, […] The post Take criminal elements out for Nigeria to have peace, CDS charges security forces appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago NSCDC deploys 4,500 personnel to secure Abuja ahead 65th Independence Day

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 4,500 personnel across read more NSCDC deploys 4,500 personnel to secure Abuja ahead 65th Independence Day

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6 d. ago NSCDC Commandant urges tourism operators to prioritise security

Tribune Online NSCDC Commandant urges tourism operators to prioritise security The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, Olusola Odumosu, has urged stakeholders in the tourism industry to prioritise security in order to enhance the sector’s growth. NSCDC Commandant urges tourism operators to prioritise security Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Nigeria Defence headquarters seeks Kebbi support to defeat insurgents

From Olanrewaju Lawal Birnin Kebbi The Nigeria Defence Headquarters has sought the co-operation of people of Kebbi State for it to defeat bandits in the area. The Director of Defence Information, Defence Headquarters, Brig-General Tukur Ismaila Gusau, stated this during a courtesy call on the Kebbi State Commissioner for Information and Culture, Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed […] The post Nigeria Defence headquarters seeks Kebbi support to defeat insurgents appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Tourism Won’t Survive Without Security, NSCDC Tells Operators

The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), FCT Command, Dr. Olusola Odumosu, has issued a firm warning to tourism stakeholders across the country that security must be prioritised if the industry is to thrive. Dr. Odumosu, who issued the bold wake-up call to tourism operators to prioritise security or watch the […]

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8 d. ago NSCDC Arrests 19 Suspects Over Allegedly Vandalising Critical Infrastructure In Kano

The Kano State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has detained 19 individuals suspected of tampering with vital national assets and infrastructure in the state. The Corps’ State Commandant, Mr. Bala Bawa-Bodinga, revealed this on Wednesday while presenting the suspects at the command’s headquarters in Kano. He explained that the arrests […] The post NSCDC Arrests 19 Suspects Over Allegedly Vandalising Critical Infrastructure In Kano appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Bomb explosion: DICON factory is in good condition, situation under control – Matawale

From John Bassey, Gusau The Minister, state for Defence and the immediate past Governor of Zamfara state Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawale has paid a visit to Defence Industries Corporation Of Nigeria, DICON owing to the explosion that occurred on Saturday, 20th September 2025. This was contained in a statement by Ahmad Dan-Wudil, Personal Assistant on […] The post Bomb explosion: DICON factory is in good condition, situation under control – Matawale appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago We’ve Resolved 38 Disputes, Strengthened Peace In FCT – NSCDC

As the world marks the 2025 International Day of Peace, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, has reaffirmed its commitment to peacebuilding and conflict resolution. The command said it had mediated in 38 disputes in the nation’s capital this year alone. Led by FCT commandant, Dr. Olusola Olusola […]

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1 week ago Int’l Peace Day: We’ve Resolved 38 Disputes, Built Peace In FCT — NSCDC

As the world marks the 2025 International Day of Peace, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has reaffirmed its commitment to peacebuilding and conflict resolution, disclosing that it has successfully mediated 38 disputes across the Territory this year alone. Led by FCT Commandant, Dr. Olusola Odumosu, the […]

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1 week ago DHQ probes explosion at DICON, condoles with families of deceased

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said it has commenced investigations into the explosion that occurred at Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) in Kaduna on Saturday. Chief of Defence Staff Gen Christopher Musa has commiserated with the families and friends of the deceased and wishes a swift recovery for those injured in […] The post DHQ probes explosion at DICON, condoles with families of deceased appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Kaduna: Two killed, four injured as explosion rocks DICON factory

Tribune Online Kaduna: Two killed, four injured as explosion rocks DICON factory An explosion on Saturday at the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) factory in Kaduna has left two people dead, a staff member and a Kaduna: Two killed, four injured as explosion rocks DICON factory Tribune Online

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1 week ago Explosion At Defence Industries Corporation In Kaduna Kills Two, Injures Four

Tragedy struck on Saturday at the Defence Industries Corporation Of Nigeria (DICON) in Kaduna following a deadly explosion believed to have occurred during the production of gunpowder. The blast claimed the lives of two workers, including a military officer, and left four others critically injured. The incident happened at DICON’s factory located in the Kurmin […] The post Explosion At Defence Industries Corporation In Kaduna Kills Two, Injures Four appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago NSCDC Arrests Six Men In Gombe For Exhuming Corpse, Harvesting Eyes For Rituals

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Gombe State has apprehended six men over alleged involvement in exhuming the body of an 85-year-old man and harvesting his eyes for ritual purposes in Kwami Local Government Area. According to Daily Post, the command’s spokesperson, SC Buhari Sa’ad, revealed that the suspects dug up the […] The post NSCDC Arrests Six Men In Gombe For Exhuming Corpse, Harvesting Eyes For Rituals appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Presidency Dismisses ADC’s Criticism, Says Tinubu Protected Federalism In Rivers

The Presidency has dismissed criticisms by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) over President Bola Tinubu’s handling of the Rivers State emergency rule, insisting that the President acted constitutionally and in defence of Nigeria’s federal structure. Presidential Adviser on Media and Public Communication, Chief Sunday Dare, in a post on his verified X handle, @SundayDareSD, described […]

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2 w. ago NSCDC, United health care provide free medical for Jahi community

Tribune Online NSCDC, United health care provide free medical for Jahi community The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command has collaborated with with United Healthcare to NSCDC, United health care provide free medical for Jahi community Tribune Online

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2 w. ago NSCDC arrests six for grave desecration, human parts trafficking in Gombe

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Gombe State Command, has paraded six suspects arrested for exhuming and mutilating the remains of an 85-year-old man for alleged ritual purposes. According to the Command, the arrests followed credible intelligence that led to a joint operation by officers from the State Command […] The post NSCDC arrests six for grave desecration, human parts trafficking in Gombe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Borno: Army, civil defence deepen ties in fight against Boko Haram

Tribune Online Borno: Army, civil defence deepen ties in fight against Boko Haram Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have pledged to strengthen collaboration in the fight against Borno: Army, civil defence deepen ties in fight against Boko Haram Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Gombe: NSCDC hosts first stakeholders’ meeting on protection of critical infrastructure

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The Gombe State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), has convened its inaugural state-level coordination meeting with operators and stakeholders of Critical National Assets and Infrastructure (CNAI), in line with directives from the Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA). The engagement, held under the leadership of […] The post Gombe: NSCDC hosts first stakeholders’ meeting on protection of critical infrastructure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago NSCDC Apprehends 5 Suspects Over Illegal Fuel Dealing In Zamfara

The Zamfara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has apprehended five suspected people allegedly dealing with Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) linked to bandits activities. Parading the exhibits of the illegal PMS belonging to the suspects yesterday, the state commandant Sani Mustapha, said the arrests of the suspects was carried out […]

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