4 h. ago Katsina reinforces security amid killing of 13 worshipers in mosque

The Katsina State Government has mobilised additional security forces to Malumfashi Local Government Area following a deadly attack by bandits read more Katsina reinforces security amid killing of 13 worshipers in mosque

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10 h. ago Bandits Kill 13 Residents In Retaliatory Attack In Katsina Community

Daredevil bandits have killed 13 people and injured several others in Unguwan Mantau Community, Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State. The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday morning as residents were engaged in Fajr prayers at a public mosque. Witnesses reported that the armed assailants fired multiple shots inside the mosque, […] The post Bandits Kill 13 Residents In Retaliatory Attack In Katsina Community appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Bandits kill 13 in Katsina mosque, government beef up security

The Katsina State Government has mobilised additional security forces to Malumfashi Local Government Area following a deadly attack by bandits read more Bandits kill 13 in Katsina mosque, government beef up security

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11 h. ago Peter Obi hails security forces on latest scores over terrorism

Tribune Online Peter Obi hails security forces on latest scores over terrorism The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr Peter Obi, on Tuesday commended Nigerian security forces for their Peter Obi hails security forces on latest scores over terrorism Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Katsina horror: Bandits massacre 13 worshippers in brutal mosque attack

From Agaju Madugba, Katsina Terror attacks, which have virtually become synonymous with Katsina State, continued in the early hours of Tuesday when bandits stormed the Unguwan Mantau community, Malumfashi Local Government Area, killing 13 worshippers who were in solemn prayers in the mosque. The Katsina State government confirmed the development in a statement by the […] The post Katsina horror: Bandits massacre 13 worshippers in brutal mosque attack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Security Forces Foil Bandit Attack In Katsina, Residents Injured During Gun Battle

Security operatives successfully thwarted an attempted bandit attack in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State. Seecurity analyst Zagazola Makama on his X handle on Monday. Makama reported that the incident occurred on Friday, August 16, at approximately 9:45 p.m., following a distress call that armed bandits were advancing towards Ruwan Sanyi in Unguwar Makera […] The post Security Forces Foil Bandit Attack In Katsina, Residents Injured During Gun Battle appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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68 h. ago IGP Orders Review Of AI’s Report On Alleged South East Killings

Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has ordered a comprehensive institutional review of the 128-page report recently published by Amnesty International’s report alleging a pattern of extrajudicial killings and human rights violations by the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies in the South-East, CHANNELS TV reported yesterday. The report was titled ‘A Decade of Impunity: […]

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3 d. ago Security forces capture 2 top Ansaru terrorist leaders – NSA

From Molly Kilete, Abuja   The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has announced the arrest of two notorious terrorists and leaders of the Ansaru terrorist group. He gave the names of the arrested suspects as Mahmud Muhammad Usman (aka Abu Bara’a/Abbas/Mukhtar), the self-styled “Emir of Ansaru,” and Mahmud al-Nigeri (aka Mallam Mamuda), his […] The post Security forces capture 2 top Ansaru terrorist leaders – NSA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Kebbi Police Rescue Two Kidnapped Victims After Fierce Gun Battle

Operatives of the Kebbi State Police Command have rescued two kidnapped victims unharmed after a fierce gun battle with bandits in Ribah. According to a statement issued on Saturday by the Police Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Nafiu Abubakar, the rescue operation took place on August 15, 2025. The operation occurred around […] The post Kebbi Police Rescue Two Kidnapped Victims After Fierce Gun Battle appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Security Operatives Arrest Suspected Vote Buyer With N25.9m Cash In Kaduna Ahead Of Bye

Security operatives in Kaduna State have apprehended a suspected vote buyer with cash totalling N25,963,000, just hours before the commencement of the scheduled bye-elections in parts of the state. The suspect, identified as Shehu Aliyu Patangi, was arrested at about 3:30 am on Saturday by a combined team of operatives from the Nigeria Police Force […] The post Security Operatives Arrest Suspected Vote Buyer With N25.9m Cash In Kaduna Ahead Of Bye-Elections appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Armed Forces critical to our collecting big tax revenue – FIRS chairman

Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) chairman, Dr Zacch Adedeji, has said President Bola Tinubu’s security agenda is yielding tangible results, commending the Armed Forces and other security personnel for their dedication in securing the country. Adedeji disclosed that for the first time in a long while, FIRS has been able to meet its 2025 tax […] The post Armed Forces critical to our collecting big tax revenue – FIRS chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago We’ll protect Nigeria, Africa against emerging threats – CDS

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has declared the determination of the armed forces to continue to protect and secure Nigeria’s territorial integrity and the African continent against emerging threats. He gave the assurance at a media briefing on the forthcoming Maiden African Chiefs of Defence Staff Summit […] The post We’ll protect Nigeria, Africa against emerging threats – CDS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Police announce conviction of 21 Chinese, Malaysian nationals for Cybercrime

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigeria Police Force headquarters in Abuja said it has secured the conviction of 21 foreign nationals connected to a cybercrime syndicate uncovered by its operatives in Abuja in November 2024. The suspects were arrested following a coordinated raid on their  operational headquarters locatedin Jahi, Abuja, on November, 3, 2024 Force public […] The post Police announce conviction of 21 Chinese, Malaysian nationals for Cybercrime appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Cybercrime: Police secure conviction of 21 foreign nationals

Tribune Online Cybercrime: Police secure conviction of 21 foreign nationals The Nigeria Police Force, in its sustained fight against cyber-related crimes and in the protection of national security, has recorded a significant legal victory with the conviction of 21 foreign nationals involved in a Cybercrime: Police secure conviction of 21 foreign nationals Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Army vows to sustain nationwide onslaught against criminal groups

BY PHILIP NWOSU The Nigerian Army has reaffirmed its resolve to safeguard the nation’s sovereignty, protect law-abiding citizens, and maintain relentless pressure on criminal elements across the country. The force said it would continue joint operations with other security agencies to ensure lasting peace and stability nationwide. Army Spokesman, Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, in a […] The post Army vows to sustain nationwide onslaught against criminal groups appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Security forces rescue Zamfara SSG’s relatives, arrest five suspects

Tribune Online Security forces rescue Zamfara SSG’s relatives, arrest five suspects Security forces in Zamfara State have rescued three abducted relatives of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Malam Mohammed Abubakar Nakwada, and arrested five suspects in connection with Security forces rescue Zamfara SSG’s relatives, arrest five suspects Tribune Online

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1 week ago NANPF Appoints CSP Chijioke As Director Of Players’ Safety And Security

In a bold step aimed at enhancing the welfare and safety of footballers in Nigeria, the National Association of Nigeria Professional Footballers (NANPF) has officially appointed Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Kalu Chijioke as the new Director of Players’ Safety and Security. This appointment was communicated to the Force Sports Officer, CP Tony O. Emefiele, […]

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1 week ago Troops Kill Seven Terrorists, Foil Attack On Borno Community

Major General Abdulsallam Abubakar disclosed that several weapons were recovered as the terrorists fled with injuries sustained in the gun battle that ensued. The post Troops Kill Seven Terrorists, Foil Attack On Borno Community appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago After attack on Police outpost, security operatives raid abandoned hospital in Cross River

Tribune Online After attack on Police outpost, security operatives raid abandoned hospital in Cross River A combined force of police officers, soldiers, and other security agents on Thursday raided an abandoned hospital in Iso-Bendeghe village, Boki Local Government Area of Cross River State, in a major operation following an attack on a police outpost by suspected hoodlums. After attack on Police outpost, security operatives raid abandoned hospital in Cross River Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Troops destroy bandits’ camps in Benue, neutralise bandit, recover motorcycles, others

From Molly Kilete, Abuja As part of ongoing efforts to restore peace and enhance security in Benue State, troops of the 401 Special Forces Brigade/Sector 1 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), in collaboration with local hunters, conducted a successful clearance operation around the Tatough general area of Makurdi Local Government Area. The operation, which included a […] The post Troops destroy bandits’ camps in Benue, neutralise bandit, recover motorcycles, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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