14 h. ago Uba Sani charges Northern leaders, traditional rulers to unite against security challenges

"We must resist this behaviour and work together to address the security situation," Sani said. "We have a President who understands the North

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29 h. ago Stop Bandits’ Attacks In Kano, Barau Tells Security Agencies

Deputy Senate president, Barau Jibrin, has called on security agencies to go after the bandits who have been terrorising some villages in Tsanyawa and Shanono local government areas (LGAs) of Kano State. Reacting to the bandits’ attack in Yankamaye village in Tsanyawa LGA on Saturday night, Senator Barau appealed to the security agencies to double […]

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35 h. ago ‘Terrorism Took Root On Your Watch’, Presidency Replies Obasanjo

At an event in Jos on Friday, Obasanjo stated that Nigerians have a right to seek foreign intervention, given what he described as the government’s failure to adequately protect its citizens. The post ‘Terrorism Took Root On Your Watch’, Presidency Replies Obasanjo appeared first on Channels Television.

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36 h. ago Kano: Halt bandits’ incursion in Tsanyawa, Shanono LGAs, Barau urges security agencies

Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, has called on security agencies to intensify operations against bandits terrorising communities in

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38 h. ago Terrorism incubated under your watch, Presidency replies Obasanjo

"For the leader under whom the first seeds of terrorism were allowed to germinate to now issue public lectures is not..."

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39 h. ago Boko Haram began under your watch, Tinubu’s aide replies Obasanjo

President Tinubu’s aide, Sunday Dare, criticizes ex-President Obasanjo on insecurity, highlighting that Boko Haram’s origins trace back to his term. Read More: https://punchng.com/boko-haram-began-under-your-watch-tinubus-aide-replies-obasanjo/

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39 h. ago Presidency to Obasanjo: Nigeria will not outsource its security

…Assures that Tinubu will end terrorism … Engagements on with partners to end terrorism …Tinubu will adopt kinetic and non- read more Presidency to Obasanjo: Nigeria will not outsource its security

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40 h. ago Group hails Tinubu’s nationwide security emergency declaration

A conservative group applauds President Tinubu for declaring a nationwide security emergency, calling it a necessary step to combat abductions in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/group-hails-tinubus-nationwide-security-emergency-declaration/

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41 h. ago No Outsourcing Nigeria’s Security, Presidency Replies Obasanjo

  The Presidency has dismissed recent comments credited to former President Olusegun Obasanjo suggesting that Nigeria should seek foreign governments to help stabilise its internal security, describing the position as “ignoble, misleading, and unbecoming of a former leader who failed to act when terrorism first took root.” In a strongly worded response issued on X […]

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42 h. ago Barau urges security agencies to intensify efforts against banditry in Kano

Barau Ibrahim Jibrin, Deputy President of the Senate, has called on security agencies to intensify operations against bandits terrorizing communities read more Barau urges security agencies to intensify efforts against banditry in Kano

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3 d. ago Jimoh Ibrahim urges Nigerians to support Tinubu’s economic, security reforms

Senator Jimoh Ibrahim calls on Nigerians to support President Tinubu’s reforms in economy and security, calling them vital for national stability and growt Read More: https://punchng.com/jimoh-ibrahim-urges-nigerians-to-support-tinubus-economic-security-reforms/

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3 d. ago What’s your opinion on President Tinubu’s withdrawal of police personnel from VIPs amid security challenges?

Following the backlashes stemming from the kidnapping of students in Kebbi, Niger, and Kwara states, and the abduction of Christian worshippers in Kwara, President Bola Tinubu has ordered the withdrawal of police personnel from Very Important Persons (VIPs). KINGSLEY ALUMONA sampled the opinions of some Nigerians on this matter. Their views: Idowu Kayode President Tinubu’s […]

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3 d. ago Banditry: Use drones to eliminate criminals, Obasanjo tells FG

Former President Obasanjo criticizes the government’s security failures and urges them to use drones to eliminate bandits and kidnappers plaguing Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/banditry-use-drones-to-eliminate-criminals-obasanjo-tells-fg/

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3 d. ago 2027: “If Tinubu Doesn’t Win Edo With 3.5m Votes, I’ll Resign As Edo Governor” – Okpebholo

Governor Monday Okpebholo has vowed to resign from office if President Bola Ahmed Tinubu fails to secure victory in Edo State during the 2027 presidential election. The governor made the declaration during a sit-down with veteran journalist Babajide Otitoju, insisting that the political climate in Edo has swung decisively in Tinubu’s favour. According to Governor Okpebholo, “Asiwaju […] The post 2027: “If Tinubu Doesn’t Win Edo With 3.5m Votes, I’ll Resign As Edo Governor” – Okpebholo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago PICTORIAL: Shettima, Ribadu Arrive Bauchi For Sheikh Dahiru’s Burial

Vice President Kashim Shettima and National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, on Friday arrived in Bauchi for the burial of the late renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi. Shettima and Ribadu landed at the Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa International Airport at about 1:35pm, where they were received by the Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, […]

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3 d. ago Tinubu, Soludo discuss regional cooperation, security, others at Aso Villa

President Tinubu and Governor Soludo meet to discuss regional cooperation, security, and economic policies for a more prosperous and united Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-soludo-discuss-regional-cooperation-security-others-at-aso-villa/

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4 d. ago Roll out more policies, initiatives to support state of emergency on security — CISLAC tells Tinubu

"I think this is the right step that the president has taken to declare state of emergency and security in Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Security emergency: Lawyers, party leaders, others dissect Tinubu’s directive

•Flush out saboteurs in govt, military —MBF •Stop recruitment of soldiers, establish state police —Bode George •I hope president walks the talk —Okorie •FG playing politics with citizens’ lives —SDP’s Adebayo •Lawyers question timing, seek clarity NIGERIANS on Thursday received the declaration of emergency on security by President Bola Tinubu with mixed feelings as many […]

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4 d. ago Kaduna kidnapped priest’s family appeal to President Tinubu for rescue

The family members and friends of Reverend Edwin Achi, an Anglican priest who was kidnapped alongside his wife, Sarah Achi, on October 26, have appealed to President Bola Tinubu and security agencies to take action to enable them to regain their freedom from captivity. The family members, who pleaded for anonymity, told newsmen in Kaduna […]

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4 d. 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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