2 h. ago Sovereign green bond offer closes with N91.42bn total subscriptions — DMO

Tribune Online Sovereign green bond offer closes with N91.42bn total subscriptions — DMO The Debt Management Office (DMO) has reported that investors once again demonstrated their confidence in the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) Securities through the high level of subscription—₦91.42 billion—recorded in the recent Sovereign Green Bond Offer. Sovereign green bond offer closes with N91.42bn total subscriptions — DMO Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Benue massacre: NSCDC deploys special forces to track killers

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Following the killings in Benue State, the Commandant General (CG) of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi, has ordered the Zonal Commander and the State Commandant to deploy covert operatives, special forces, and all tactical units across every nook and cranny of the state to […] The post Benue massacre: NSCDC deploys special forces to track killers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago PICTORIAL: Customs Seizes ₦344m Arms, Cannabis In Ogun, Reaffirms Border Security Commitment

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ogun 1 Area Command, has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s borders against economic sabotage and security threats. Speaking during a press briefing on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at the Command’s headquarters in Idiroko, the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Godwin Otunla, declared that the Command had intensified surveillance and strengthened […]

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5 h. ago Tinubu sets to incorporate hunters into Nigeria’s security architecture — Ooni 

Tribune Online Tinubu sets to incorporate hunters into Nigeria’s security architecture — Ooni  "He has a very big plan for what you are doing as forest guards. He (Tinubu) said he is ready to incorporate it into the security structure of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Tinubu sets to incorporate hunters into Nigeria’s security architecture — Ooni  Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Government dealing with security breaches in Abia — Info Commissioner

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Abia government said it is in collaboration with security agents dealing with security breaches in the Umunneochi axis and other parts of the state. There was a resurgence of criminal activities in the Ugwuodo, Isuochi axis as residents claimed criminals have, in recent times, unleashed heavy gunfire attacks in the […] The post Government dealing with security breaches in Abia — Info Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago U.S. visa restrictions threaten regional prosperity, says Yusuf Tuggar

Yusuf Tuggar, Chairman of the ECOWAS Mediation and Security Council and Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, has raised alarm over read more U.S. visa restrictions threaten regional prosperity, says Yusuf Tuggar

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22 h. ago Ghanaians protest at Nigerian High Commission in Accra over alleged harassment of investors

By Philip Nwosu Dozens of Ghanaians on Tuesday staged a protest at the Nigerian High Commission in Roman Ridge, Accra, decrying alleged harassment, intimidation, and rights violations of Ghanaian nationals and investors in Nigeria by Nigerian security agencies. The demonstration, led by Ghanaian investment firm Jonah Capital and its local partners, comes amid escalating tensions […] The post Ghanaians protest at Nigerian High Commission in Accra over alleged harassment of investors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Benue Massacres: NEF faults FG inaction, demands immediate security intervention

End bloodshed or be seen as enemy of Nigerians, NEF tells Tinubu From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Northern Elders Forum (NEF), on Wednesday, June 18, condemned the persistent wave of killings and violence engulfing Benue State, describing the situation as a “genocide” and a direct consequence of government inaction, political complicity, and systemic collapse. The […] The post Benue Massacres: NEF faults FG inaction, demands immediate security intervention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Tinubu Orders Security Chiefs To Arrest Killers Of Benue People

President Bola Tinubu has directed Nigeria’s security chiefs to immediately go after those responsible for the brutal killings in Benue State. The directive was issued on Wednesday during the President’s visit to the state, following renewed attacks that have claimed over 200 lives and displaced thousands, particularly in the Yelwata community of Guma Local Government […]

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32 h. ago Agriculture key to job creation, wealth, food security for Nigerians — Obasanjo

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe Former President of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has reiterated the critical role of agriculture in addressing Nigeria’s pressing economic and social challenges. According to him, the sector remains the most viable avenue for job creation, wealth generation, and ensuring food security for Nigeria’s over 250 million population. Obasanjo stated this on […] The post Agriculture key to job creation, wealth, food security for Nigerians — Obasanjo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago COAS seeks media collaboration in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges

Tribune Online COAS seeks media collaboration in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges He said the training was part of the Nigerian Army’s commitment to enhancing civil-military relations and fostering an informed, professional, and secure information environment. COAS seeks media collaboration in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges Tribune Online

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37 h. ago Activist Urges Tinubu To Set Up Commission Of Inquiry On Sentencing Of Ogoni Nine

An environmental rights activist, Comrade Celestine Akpobari, has called on President Bola Tinubu to set up a Judicial Commission of Inquiry to review the judgment of the special tribunal that sentenced Ogoni rights activist, Kenule Saro-Wiwa and eight others to death. Saro-Wiwa and eight other Ogonis were hanged on November 10, 1995, during the military […]

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38 h. ago Nigerian Army Prioritises Media Collaboration For National Security –COAS

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede has reiterated that the Nigerian Army will proactively collaborate with the media to build trust and cooperation in pursuing national security. Oluyede stated this at the opening of a 2-Day Training for Media Operatives in Nigeria, organised by the Army Headquarters Department of Civil-Military Affairs, on […]

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45 h. ago Middle East crisis: FG to evacuate Nigerians from Israel, Iran

Tribune Online Middle East crisis: FG to evacuate Nigerians from Israel, Iran “All affected Nigerian citizens are therefore strongly advised to abide by necessary security protocols and contact the nearest Nigerian Embassy or Mission for registration and... Middle East crisis: FG to evacuate Nigerians from Israel, Iran Tribune Online

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45 h. ago FG begins sensitisation on local government proof of address system to enhance security, good governance

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), in partnership with the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), on Tuesday held a one-day stakeholders’ sensitisation programme on the Local Government Proof of Address (POA) System aimed at improving security and enhancing good governance. The event brought […] The post FG begins sensitisation on local government proof of address system to enhance security, good governance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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46 h. ago Nigeria’s current policing structure overstretched, ineffective – Ogundoyin

From Oluseye Ojo The Chairman, Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Adebo Ogundoyin, has said the current centralised policing structure in the country has become overstretched and ineffective. He made the observation at a Legislative Dialogue on Nigeria’s Security Architecture, themed ‘Nigeria’s Peace and Security: The Constitutional Imperatives’, held in Abuja. Ogundoyin noted […] The post Nigeria’s current policing structure overstretched, ineffective – Ogundoyin appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Kalu condemns Benue killings, tasks security agencies on collaboration

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has condemned the killings in Yelwata and Daudu communities in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. Kalu, in a statement by his Special Assistant on Press Affairs, Udora Orizu, described the killings as barbaric and totally unacceptable. The deputy speaker, […] The post Kalu condemns Benue killings, tasks security agencies on collaboration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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53 h. ago Herdsmen attacks: Okpebholo inaugurates Security, Boundary Committees

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has inaugurated two committees aimed at tackling pressing issues of security and land disputes in Edo State.  The committee’s, Livestock Control Committee and the Boundary Committee, show the Governor’s commitment to ensuring peace, stability, and development across the State. He inaugurated the Livestock Control Committee […] The post Herdsmen attacks: Okpebholo inaugurates Security, Boundary Committees appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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54 h. ago Tinubu seeks more cooperative security architecture to tackle threats

President Bola Tinubu has called for a more adaptive approach and collaboration among security agencies in tackling Nigeria’s deepening security read more Tinubu seeks more cooperative security architecture to tackle threats

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55 h. ago Securities dealers say CBN suspension of banks’ dividend causing stock market volatility

The Association of Securities Dealing Houses of Nigeria (ASHON) has expressed concern over the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN’s) recent read more Securities dealers say CBN suspension of banks’ dividend causing stock market volatility

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