14 h. ago Cyber attacks, vandalism threaten Nigeria’s digital backbone – Rubadu 

  As security chiefs, stakeholders rally for solutions  From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has warned that vandalism and cyber attacks on telecommunications infrastructure now constitute an existential threat to Nigeria’s security, economy, and digital future. Ribadu gave the warning at the Second Edition of the Association of Telecommunications Companies of […] The post Cyber attacks, vandalism threaten Nigeria’s digital backbone – Rubadu  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Drug war: Why President Tinubu‘ll continue to strengthen NDLEA – Ribadu

Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser, on Wednesday, said the administration of President Bola Tinubu will continue to strengthen the read more Drug war: Why President Tinubu‘ll continue to strengthen NDLEA – Ribadu

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48 h. ago 1,500 Escaped Inmates Recaptured In 15 Years, Over 7,200 Still At Large

It is no longer news that over the last 15 years, Nigeria’s correctional system has witnessed a troubling wave of prison breaks, resulting in the escape of over 7,200 inmates. LEADERSHIP can now exclusively report that only about 1,500 of those escapees have been recaptured, raising grave questions about national security, prison infrastructure, and the […]

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48 h. ago Drug war: Why Tinubu’ll continue to strengthen NDLEA – Ribadu

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu said  the administration of President Bola Tinubu will continue to strengthen the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) because of its strategic value to the success of the country’s national security architecture. This was contained in his remarks yesterday, at the commissioning of […] The post Drug war: Why Tinubu’ll continue to strengthen NDLEA – Ribadu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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61 h. ago NOA kicks off campaign on security, national symbols, policies

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has revealed plans to commence a two-week campaign on security, national symbols, disaster preparedness, and policies of the Federal Government. NOA Director General, Lanre Issa-Onilu, at a press briefing yesterday in Abuja, said the sensitisation would be taken across the 774 local government areas. He said: […] The post NOA kicks off campaign on security, national symbols, policies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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61 h. ago FG launches nationwide campaign on security awareness, disaster preparedness

Tribune Online FG launches nationwide campaign on security awareness, disaster preparedness Let us use these two weeks to ignite a new spirit of patriotism, vigilance, unity, and responsibility that will carry us into a safer.... FG launches nationwide campaign on security awareness, disaster preparedness Tribune Online

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61 h. ago Drug War: Federal Gov’t Unveils 48 Operational Vehicles For NDLEA

The federal government has unveiled 48 new vehicles for the operations of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). Speaking at the event in Abuja on Wednesday, the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, said that the administration of President BolaTinubu will continue to strengthen the NDLEA because of its strategic value to the […]

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5 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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5 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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5 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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5 d. ago Police secure conviction of 21 foreign nationals in Abuja cybercrime syndicate bust

The Nigeria Police Force has announced the conviction of 21 foreign nationals involved in a major cybercrime syndicate. According to read more Police secure conviction of 21 foreign nationals in Abuja cybercrime syndicate bust

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1 week ago AfroBasket Triumph: Zenith Bank Celebrates D’Tigress With N200m Reward

Zenith Bank Plc, sponsors of the Women’s National Basketball League, hosted a grand reception yesterday at their Abuja head office in Maitama, celebrating the remarkable achievement of Nigeria’s senior national women basketball team, D’Tigress. The team secured a record fifth consecutive AfroBasket title, and in recognition of their success, they were rewarded with N200 million. […]

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1 week ago Lagos Gov’t Allays Fears As Flood Sacks Residents After Rainfall

Some residents of Lagos State, especially those on the Island were on Monday sacked from their homes by floods following the torrential rainfall that lasted over 12 hours in the state. LEADERSHIP gathered that residents of Jakande in Lekki area and Ijede Community in Ikorodu had their belongings totally submerged in floods that ravaged their […]

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1 week ago Court Jails Physically Challenged Woman, 6 Others For Drug Trafficking

An Edo State High Court sitting in Benin has sentenced a physically challenged woman, Rita Idehen, alongside six others to varied jail terms for offences relating to drug trafficking and possession. The convictions were secured by the Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in the month of July 2025. The […]

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t Recovers N21bn, Neutralises 78 Terrorists, Saves N319bn — NOA DG

The Federal Government has unveiled a series of achievements in its nationwide security and anti-corruption efforts, announcing the recovery of over N21 billion, killing of 78 terrorists and the prevention of losses exceeding N319 billion in fire-related disasters. Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu made this known during the August edition […]

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1 week ago D’Tigress Crowned AfroBasket 2024 Champions After Defeating Mali

Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, have secured their fifth consecutive Women’s AfroBasket 2024 crown after defeating Mali in a high-energy final. This latest triumph brings Nigeria’s total AfroBasket titles to seven, cementing their legacy as the most dominant force in African women’s basketball. Under the leadership of head coach Rena Wakama, D’Tigress extended their […] The post D’Tigress Crowned AfroBasket 2024 Champions After Defeating Mali appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago “Abba Kyari Still Useful To Nigeria, Deserves Pardon” – IHRC To Tinubu Government

The International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) has asked President Tinubu to pardon suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Abba Kyari. The commission cited national security concerns as the reason for its appeal. In a statement on Friday, IHRC’s Head in Nigeria, Duru Hezekiah, said the appeal was due to rising insecurity, including terrorism, kidnapping, and […] The post “Abba Kyari Still Useful To Nigeria, Deserves Pardon” – IHRC To Tinubu Government appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Retired officers’ protest: IGP directs CPs to prevent hijack, provide security

Tribune Online Retired officers’ protest: IGP directs CPs to prevent hijack, provide security As retired police officers across the country prepare for a nationwide protest over pension concerns today (Monday), the Inspector-General of Police has directed all Commissioners of Police to ensure the peaceful conduct of the protest within their jurisdictions, especially in the FCT and other states where formal notice had been received. He equally directed them […] Retired officers’ protest: IGP directs CPs to prevent hijack, provide security Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Will Mutfwang’s bold State Police push tame Plateau insecurity?

Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang of Plateau State has reignited the national conversation on Nigeria’s fragile security framework by making a read more Will Mutfwang’s bold State Police push tame Plateau insecurity?

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3 w. ago China largest troop contributor to UN peacekeeping – Chinese Defence Attaché

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Defence Attaché, Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Nigeria, Senior Colonel Ouyang Haisheng, has said that China is currently the largest contributor of troops to the United Nations Peacekeeping Operations among the five Permanent Members of the United Nations Security Council. This was even as he said China […] The post China largest troop contributor to UN peacekeeping – Chinese Defence Attaché appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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