12 h. ago Pathways for harnessing the machinery of state power to address Nigeria’s security challenges

On July 21, 2023, at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College in Jaji, Kaduna State, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu read more Pathways for harnessing the machinery of state power to address Nigeria’s security challenges

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3 d. ago BBNaija10: Zita Upstages Koyin, Emerges Head Of House For Second Time

Housemate Zita has become the Head of House in the ongoing 10th season of the Big Brother Naija reality TV show, snatching the crown from Koyin less than 24 hours after securing the title for Week Eight. Monday’s HOH challenge featured Faith, Thelma Lawson, Bright Morgan, Zita, and Kola, the same finalists from Sunday’s contest. […]

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6 d. ago Insecurity: No agency can secure Nigeria’s borders alone — IGP Egbetokun

Tribune Online Insecurity: No agency can secure Nigeria’s borders alone — IGP Egbetokun The Inspector-General of Police, Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on Thursday declared that “no single agency can secure Nigeria's borders alone,” stressing that “the complexity of modern threats demands unity of purpose” to defeat the multifaceted security challenges facing the country. Insecurity: No agency can secure Nigeria’s borders alone — IGP Egbetokun Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Assembly Commission Wants New Legislative Quarters For Senators, Reps

The executive chairman of the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC), Chief Saviour Enyiekere, has urged the federal government to construct a new Legislative Quarters in Abuja to address the housing, security, and coordination challenges currently faced by federal lawmakers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Speaking during a courtesy visit to the Speaker of the […]

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8 d. ago Dialogue Can End 70% Of North Central Security Challenges – Presidential Aide

Senior special assistant to the President on Community Engagement (North Central), Dr Abiodun Essiet, has said nearly 70 per cent of security challenges in the region can be resolved through non-kinetic means anchored on communities. She made the assertion yesterday at the training for stakeholders in the North Central zone at the State House, Abuja. […]

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1 week ago Arewa Professionals Ask North To Support Crushing Of Terrorists

A coalition of northern professionals under the aegis of Arewa Restoration Alliance has declared that the region will continue to lag behind in development unless the worsening security challenges are decisively tackled. The group stated this yesterday in Abuja at the end of its meeting, where it urged northerners to support ongoing military operations aimed […]

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1 week ago Tinubu Administration Below Average On Security, Says Retired Officer

A retired Nigerian Air Force officer, Group Captain Sodeeq Shehu (rtd.), has rated the Bola Tinubu administration below average in handling the nation’s security challenges, scoring it between 40 and 45 per cent. Shehu, who spoke when he appeared on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Thursday, said. However, while there have been improvements in synergy […]

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2 w. ago Five years after, funding, inferior weapon, other challenges threaten Amotekun’s operations

Tribune Online Five years after, funding, inferior weapon, other challenges threaten Amotekun’s operations Over five years after it establishment, the Southwest security network code named Amotekun has identified inadequate funding, inferior weapon, logistics and lack of power to prosecute as some of the major hindrances being faced in its efforts at maintaining security of the southwest region. ut despite the challenges, the activities of the security agencies in […] Five years after, funding, inferior weapon, other challenges threaten Amotekun’s operations Tribune Online

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2 w. ago NCC advances cybersecurity framework to safeguard Nigeria’s telecoms infrastructure

Tribune Online NCC advances cybersecurity framework to safeguard Nigeria’s telecoms infrastructure The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is firming up a cybersecurity framework for securing digital infrastructure and enhancing online safety for consumers in the Nigerian communications industry. The framework, with likely implementation timeline by telecoms licensees set for 2026, will address security challenges arising from the emerging technologies towards creating a more secure digital economy in […] NCC advances cybersecurity framework to safeguard Nigeria’s telecoms infrastructure Tribune Online

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2 w. ago NCC moves to strengthen cybersecurity framework for Nigeria’s telecom sector

By Chinenye Anuforo The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is advancing plans for a comprehensive cybersecurity framework designed to protect telecom infrastructure and boost consumer safety across Nigeria’s digital space. Expected to take effect in 2026, the framework will help tackle evolving security challenges posed by emerging technologies, while also supporting the country’s drive toward a […] The post NCC moves to strengthen cybersecurity framework for Nigeria’s telecom sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago AFSA champions food security, says Africa must feed Africans

The Alliance for Food Sovereignty in Africa (AFSA) is championing a campaign to promote African food systems and challenge the read more AFSA champions food security, says Africa must feed Africans

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3 w. ago Plateau Govt Urges Creation Of State Police To Strengthen Community Safety

The Plateau State government has renewed its appeal for the establishment of a state policing structure, citing unique security challenges that require localized solutions. The statement was made on Thursday, by the State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Joyce Ramnap, during a live programme on Dr Fish FM, Jos. Ramnap reiterated Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s position […] The post Plateau Govt Urges Creation Of State Police To Strengthen Community Safety appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Insecurity: Nigeria’s security challenges will soon become history — Minister

Tribune Online Insecurity: Nigeria’s security challenges will soon become history — Minister I assure you that the security challenges would become history as the Federal Government targets to eliminate terrorism and terrorists.... Insecurity: Nigeria’s security challenges will soon become history — Minister Tribune Online

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3 w. ago IGP Egbetokun in South Africa for 27th Interpol African Conference

Tribune Online IGP Egbetokun in South Africa for 27th Interpol African Conference IGP Egbetokun is actively participating in discussions on contemporary security challenges, intelligence-sharing mechanisms.... IGP Egbetokun in South Africa for 27th Interpol African Conference Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Kebbi holds security summit as Gov Idris declares zero tolerance for insecurity

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi The Kebbi State Government, in collaboration with the Kebbi Elders Consultative Forum, convened a high-level Security Summit at the Presidential Banquet Hall, Birnin Kebbi, to address security challenges confronting the state, particularly the menace of banditry. In his keynote address, the Governor of Kebbi State, Dr Nasir Idris, commended the […] The post Kebbi holds security summit as Gov Idris declares zero tolerance for insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago APC Elders’ Caucus Cautions Against Politicising Insecurity In Kwara

  The All Progressives Congress (APC) Elders Caucus in Kwara Central Senatorial District has cautioned individuals and groups against politicising security challenges in the state. In a statement signed by its Public Relations Officer, Sulaiman Salaam Cementi, the group reminded those allegedly trying to gain cheap publicity by politicising insecurity, that the issue was not […]

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3 w. ago Insurgency dragged for too long, it should end by now – Buratai

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Former Nigerian Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. General Tukur Buratai, has noted that the ongoing security challenges in the country have dragged for so long, and therefore needed to be brought to an end without further delay. “It is really unfortunate that security challenges continue to drag for so long, […] The post Insurgency dragged for too long, it should end by now – Buratai appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Insurgency dragging for too long; it should end now – Buratai

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Former Nigerian Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. General Tukur Buratai, has noted that the ongoing security challenges in the country have dragged for so long, and therefore needed to be brought to an end without further delay. “It is really unfortunate that security challenges continue to drag for so long, […] The post Insurgency dragging for too long; it should end now – Buratai appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago CDS Musa reaffirms commitment to adequate security in Kastina

Tribune Online CDS Musa reaffirms commitment to adequate security in Kastina CDS also revealed that the military had deployed newer tactics and strategies to address evolving security challenges.... CDS Musa reaffirms commitment to adequate security in Kastina Tribune Online

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last month NGE Urges Government To Address Economy, Insecurity Challenges

The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has called on the federal government to address the country’s economic and security challenges, urging the government to implement more safety nets to address hardship, inflation, and poverty. The NGE also expressed deep concern over the nation’s multifaceted challenges, especially in other areas such as education, governance, and the […]

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