9 h. ago Security agencies under pressure to arrest Sowore for abusing Tinubu

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Security agencies have been urged to arrest and prosecute activist Omoyele Sowore for describing President Bola Tinubu as a “criminal and a liar”. The call was made yesterday by the General Secretary of the Leadership Centre for Civil and Post-Trauma Rehabilitation, Agbi Manzo Abubakar, who said Sowore should face consequences for […] The post Security agencies under pressure to arrest Sowore for abusing Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Borno Attack: VP Shettima Consoles Families, Pledges Tougher Military Action

Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed deep condolences to the government and people of Borno State over recent terrorist attack that claimed many lives in Darajamal community of Bama local government area. The Vice President reiterated President Bola Tinubu’s directive to the Armed Forces to review security operations, including the deployment of advanced military hardware […]

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29 h. ago Northern Leaders Demand Dismissal Of Security Chiefs Amid Rising Insecurity

  The Northern Ethnic Nationality Forum (NENF), a coalition of socio-cultural and political leaders from the 19 northern states, has raised serious concerns over the worsening insecurity across Nigeria. The forum has urged President Bola Tinubu to reshuffle his cabinet and overhaul the nation’s security architecture to address the ongoing crises effectively. In a strongly […] The post Northern Leaders Demand Dismissal Of Security Chiefs Amid Rising Insecurity appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Sokoto: Bimasa Community Fight Back Terrorists, Kill Six Suspected Bandits, Free Hostages

Residents of Bimasa community in Tureta Local Government Area, Sokoto State, successfully defended their community against a bandit attack, killing six assailants and rescuing several individuals who had been kidnapped. Aliyu Tureta, Chairman of Tureta Local Government, confirmed the incident, explaining that community members pursued the bandits into the forest and confronted them. “They managed […] The post Sokoto: Bimasa Community Fight Back Terrorists, Kill Six Suspected Bandits, Free Hostages appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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56 h. ago Edo Police, Vigilantes Rescue 16 Victims From Kidnappers’ Den

Sixteen passengers abducted along the Benin-Auchi Road in Edo State on Friday have been rescued, the Edo State Police Command confirmed. Spokesperson Moses Yamu told PUNCH on Saturday, that the victims were forced into the bush by kidnappers while travelling to Abuja in an Edoline bus. “The kidnapping took place on Friday at about 16:30 […] The post Edo Police, Vigilantes Rescue 16 Victims From Kidnappers’ Den appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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66 h. ago Army kills 11 terrorists, nabs 64 suspects in nationwide operations

Tribune Online Army kills 11 terrorists, nabs 64 suspects in nationwide operations TROOPS of the Nigerian Army have killed 11 terrorists, arrested 64 suspects, rescued several kidnap victims and recovered weapons, ammunition and stolen livestock in nationwide operations between Thursday and Friday. A credible source at the army headquarters in Abuja told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday that the troops foiled ISWAP/JAS attacks in […] Army kills 11 terrorists, nabs 64 suspects in nationwide operations Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Scores killed, 85 suspects arrested, 66 kidnapped victims rescued –DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), yesterday said soldiers fighting the counter insurgency war and other security operations across the country have  killed scores of terrorists, arrested 85 suspects and rescued 66 kidnap victims in the month of August. The DHQ, also said soldiers discovered and destroyed 97 illegal refining sites and over 488 equipment used for […] The post … Scores killed, 85 suspects arrested, 66 kidnapped victims rescued –DHQ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. 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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4 d. ago Tinubu orders overhaul of security in Katsina, pledges support for state police, forest guard upgrade

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has directed an immediate and comprehensive review of security operations in Katsina State. The development followed the escalating bandit attacks recently reported in the state. He also affirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to deploying more advanced military hardware, including drones and surveillance gadgets to protect the citizens. According […] The post Tinubu orders overhaul of security in Katsina, pledges support for state police, forest guard upgrade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Civilian JTF exploit provoked my thinking on state police  —  Tinubu

Tribune Online Civilian JTF exploit provoked my thinking on state police  —  Tinubu He said: “I have looked more carefully at the security situation. I see the efforts of civilian JTFs and communities. Civilian JTF exploit provoked my thinking on state police  —  Tinubu Tribune Online

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5 d. ago President Tinubu directs reinforcement of security for Katsina

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered immediate security reinforcement for Katsina State following a high-level meeting with a delegation from read more President Tinubu directs reinforcement of security for Katsina

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6 d. ago We’ll Safeguard Nigeria’s Interests In Gulf Of Guinea, Says VP Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to the peace, security and stability of the Gulf of Guinea, particularly ongoing reforms in the Gulf of Guinea Commission (GGC). He particularly noted Nigeria’s commitment to regional cooperation and to the African Union’s 2050 Integrated Maritime Strategy. According to a statement by his spokesman, […]

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6 d. ago Tinubu Orders Security Review In Katsina, Backs State Police

He also pledged to strengthen the fight against banditry through the deployment of advanced military hardware and surveillance gadgets. The post Tinubu Orders Security Review In Katsina, Backs State Police appeared first on Channels Television.

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6 d. ago Kwara Police Arrest Five Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Two Victims In Oke

The Kwara State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of five suspected kidnappers and the rescue of two victims during a joint operation with local security outfits in Idofin Igbana, Oke-Ero Local Government Area. The breakthrough followed swift collaboration between police operatives and the Local Government Security Initiative, who launched a coordinated search after receiving […] The post Kwara Police Arrest Five Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Two Victims In Oke-Ero appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Nigerian Army Arrests Soldier For Gunrunning, Rescues Eight Kidnap Victims, Recovers Weapons

The Nigerian Army has apprehended one of its personnel over alleged involvement in gunrunning, while also recording major successes in ongoing counter-terrorism and anti-crime operations across different regions of the country. A reliable source at the Army Headquarters confirmed the development to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Abuja. According to the […] The post Nigerian Army Arrests Soldier For Gunrunning, Rescues Eight Kidnap Victims, Recovers Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Soldiers rescue 9 kidnapped victims in Sokoto, kill terrorists in Zamfara ambush

From Molly Kilete   The Nigerian Army said Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY) have rescued nine persons kidnapped from Sabon Birni Local Government Area (LGA) of Sokoto State and neutralized scores of terrorists in a successful ambush conducted in Shinkafi LGA of  Zamfara State in the late hours of 31 September. Media Information Officer […] The post Soldiers rescue 9 kidnapped victims in Sokoto, kill terrorists in Zamfara ambush appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Tinubu acknowledges Arase’s dedication to enhancing Nigeria’s security, mourns his passing

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has formally recognized the unwavering dedication of Late Solomon Arase, the 18th indigenous Inspector-General of Police, to strengthening security across Nigeria. Arase, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 69, was praised by the President for his significant reforms and innovative initiatives during his service. […] The post Tinubu acknowledges Arase’s dedication to enhancing Nigeria’s security, mourns his passing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Police Rescue 1 Kidnap Victim, Arrest 3 Suspects, Recover Arms Cache, N6m Cash In Akwa Ibom, Nasarawa

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has said that it has once again recorded significant breakthroughs in its ongoing fight against violent crimes such as kidnapping across the country, with coordinated efforts leading to the rescue of a victim, arrest of suspected kidnappers, and the recovery of sophisticated firearms, ammunition, and millions of naira in cash […]

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9 d. ago Four terrorists killed as Police rescue kidnap victim in Anambra

Tribune Online Four terrorists killed as Police rescue kidnap victim in Anambra Police operatives from the Rapid Response Squad Awkuzu, in collaboration with the Anambra State Vigilante Group, have neutralised four suspected terrorists and Four terrorists killed as Police rescue kidnap victim in Anambra Tribune Online

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1 week ago Marafa quits APC, accuses Tinubu of betrayal, marginalising Zamfara

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Former Zamfara Central Senator and Zamfara State Coordinator of the Tinubu/Shettima Campaign Organisation during the 2023 Presidential Election, Kabiru Garba Marafa, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), accusing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of using and dumping the people of Zamfara after securing their support to win the presidency. Marafa, […] The post Marafa quits APC, accuses Tinubu of betrayal, marginalising Zamfara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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