4 h. ago Kebbi Govt Reopens Maga School After Abduction, Deploys Security Operatives

The government has assured that all necessary security measures have been put in place to guarantee the safety of students and staff. The post Kebbi Govt Reopens Maga School After Abduction, Deploys Security Operatives appeared first on Channels Television.

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27 h. ago Suspected herders kill councilor, village head, 12 others in Taraba

Jacob Abam, the Councillor representing Akete Ward in Donga Local Government Area (LGA) of Taraba State, HRH Vaatyough Waakaa, village read more Suspected herders kill councilor, village head, 12 others in Taraba

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32 h. ago Police arrest ten suspected armed robbers, drug peddlers in Jigawa

The Jigawa State Police Command announces ten recent arrests targeting armed robbery, drug trafficking, theft, and cattle rustling across the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-ten-suspected-armed-robbers-drug-peddlers-in-jigawa/

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48 h. ago Suspected armed herders kill two security operatives in Benue

Suspected armed herders kill a soldier and an NSCDC officer in a Benue attack in Kwande LGA, forcing residents to flee amid rising insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/suspected-armed-herders-kill-two-security-operatives-in-benue/

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48 h. ago Police arrest armed robbery suspects, recover rifles in Nasarawa

Police operatives in Nasarawa State have arrested two suspected armed robbers and recovered firearms following a late-night intelligence-led operation in read more Police arrest armed robbery suspects, recover rifles in Nasarawa

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5 d. ago Kolmani oil field, NSCDC target peace for regional development

Kolmani Oil Field management visits NSCDC to strengthen security collaboration, ensuring a safe operational environment and regional development. Read More: https://punchng.com/kolmani-oil-field-nscdc-target-peace-for-regional-development/

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6 d. ago Police recover three stolen vehicles, arrest five suspects in Kano

The Kano Police Command successfully recovered three stolen vehicles and arrested five suspects linked to armed robbery and motor vehicle theft in the stat Read More: https://punchng.com/police-recover-three-stolen-vehicles-arrest-five-suspects-in-kano/

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6 d. ago Soldiers foil armed robbery on Abuja–Kaduna Highway, arrest suspect

Nigerian Army troops foiled an armed robbery on the Abuja-Kaduna Highway after a distress call, arresting one suspect and securing the area for travelers. Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-foil-armed-robbery-on-abuja-kaduna-highway-arrest-suspect/

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7 d. ago Commissioner Lauds Police, Partners For Peaceful Festive Season In Imo

The commissioner of police, Imo State Command, Aboki Danjuma, has commended the dedication and professionalism of the police personnel and other security agencies during the festive season operations across the state. In a statement made available to newsmen by the police public relations officer, Henry Okoye, he said the joint efforts of the police, sister […]

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8 d. ago Anambra CP lauds security agencies, urges greater cooperation

The Anambra Police Commissioner commends security agencies for their dedication and professionalism during the Yuletide security operations across the stat Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-cp-lauds-security-agencies-urges-greater-cooperation/

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8 d. ago Police Launch Manhunt As Armed Robbers Kill PoS Operator In Edo

The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the death of a 38-year-old Point-of-Sale (PoS) terminal operator, Raphael Eletanye, who was reportedly attacked by suspected armed robbers at Upper Uwa Junction along MM Way in Benin City on Saturday night. According to the Command, the incident occurred at about 9:50 p.m. on January 3, 2026, when […]

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9 d. ago NAF Airstrikes Kill 23 Fleeing Bandits After Attacking Kano Communities

At least 23 suspected bandits were killed after Nigerian military airstrikes targeted armed groups fleeing Kano State following attacks on Shanono and Tsanyawa local government areas of the State. The Nigerian Army said the attacks were launched on the night of January 1 and extended into the early hours of January 2, 2026. Consequently, troops […]

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1 week ago PICTORIAL: Troops Recover 12.7mm Ammunition In Borno Drainage

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have uncovered a large cache of high-calibre ammunition in the Bulumkutu Railway general area of Maiduguri, Borno State capital, further reinforcing the effectiveness of ongoing intelligence-driven security operations across the North-East theatre. The recovery followed sustained troops presence and follow-up actions after a recent cordon-and-search operation based on actionable […]

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1 week ago Army busts criminal gang in Delta, recovers arms, ammunition

Nigerian Army troops bust a notorious criminal gang in Delta State, arresting several suspects and recovering a large cache of arms and ammunition. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-busts-criminal-gang-in-delta-recovers-arms-ammunition/

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1 week ago Security as a Stimulus: How Nigeria’s joint operations are de

Nigeria’s decision to confront terrorism through a targeted joint security operation with the United States is being read in financial read more Security as a Stimulus: How Nigeria’s joint operations are de-risking the economy

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1 week ago Police Nab 928 Suspects For Kidnapping, Child Trafficking In Imo

The Imo State Police Command has revealed that 928 suspects were arrested for various offences including kidnapping, armed robbery, cultism and child trafficking last year. According to the police, nine kidnapped persons and seven stolen children were rescued and reunited with their families. This was made known by the Police Public Relations Officer, Henry Okoye, […]

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1 week ago Police, Military Clear Zamfara Road Of IED Threats After Deadly Blast

Security operatives have cleared and reopened the Gusau–Magami–Dansadau Road for public use following a joint Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) sweep operation carried out by the Police and Military teams in Zamfara State. The operation was launched in response to the December 27, 2025 explosion caused by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by suspected terrorists […]

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1 week ago Kebbi: Police Confirm Two Deaths In Rice Mill Accident, Rescue Efforts Continue

The Commissioner of Police, Bello Sani, visited the rice production facility in Birnin Kebbi to assess ongoing rescue and security operations after the partial collapse of the rice parboiling section of the mill. The post Kebbi: Police Confirm Two Deaths In Rice Mill Accident, Rescue Efforts Continue appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago ‘I Was Paid N100,000 To Bomb Borno Mosque’, Says Suspected Terrorist

A suspected Boko Haram operative, Ibrahim Mohammed, has confessed that he was paid N100,000 to bomb a mosque with its worshippers in Maiduguri, Borno State. The confession was disclosed on Wednesday by counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama on his X handle. According to Makama, security sources revealed to him that troops of Operation Hadin Kai arrested […]

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1 week ago Police Fault Army Over Claim Of Suicide Bomber’s Arrest In Borno

The Borno State Police Command has faulted reports credited to the Nigerian Army claiming to have arrested a suspected suicide bomber in the state, insisting that the operation was carried out solely by the Police, and that no active improvised explosive device (IED) was recovered. Recall that on Tuesday, the Nigerian Army announced the arrest […]

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