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A hit-and-run incident in Osun State resulted in the deaths of two police officers. Authorities have initiated a manhunt for the driver and have recovered the abandoned vehicle involved.
Governor Dauda Lawal's administration is taking bold steps to combat banditry in Zamfara by investing N40 billion in advanced security measures. These initiatives aim to enhance safety and security in the region.
The Ogun State Police Command has successfully arrested two suspects involved in one-chance robbery. The apprehended individuals are Odunuga Kehinde and Olajide Rasak.
Authorities in Edo State have detained two individuals after 498kg of cannabis was discovered abandoned at a shrine. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency is investigating the incident involving a suspected drug baron named Asrenre.
Edo State Police Command has arrested Richard Gabriel for possessing 36 live ammunition cartridges during a stop-and-search operation in Benin City. This action is part of ongoing efforts to enhance safety in the region.
The Chief of Army Staff, Waidi Shaibu, has launched new military operations targeting bandits and kidnappers in the North Central region. This initiative aims to enhance security and restore peace in affected areas.
The Chief of Army Staff has instructed soldiers to escalate their operations against bandits and kidnappers in Nigeria's North Central region. This move aims to enhance security and restore peace in the affected areas.
Yoruba leaders are urging for immediate regional cooperation to tackle the increasing insecurity in the South-west. The call comes from the Oduduwa Development and Integrity Organisation amidst rising violence and killings in the area.
A tragic fire at a girls' boarding school in central Kenya has resulted in the deaths of 16 students. Authorities have initiated an investigation into the incident.
The Ondo State Police have arrested five individuals for allegedly abducting two school children in Ore. This operation was conducted by the Special Anti-Kidnapping Squad to enhance security in the area.
Fulani representatives have called on the US to reconsider its portrayal of their ethnic group as the main cause of Nigeria's insecurity. They warn that this narrative could exacerbate ethnic tensions within the country.
The two rival emirates in Kano have suspended all planned Eid-el-Kabir durbar activities following heightened security concerns and directives from read more Emirates suspend Sallah Durbar amid rising tension in Kano
Nigeria's Education Ministry has condemned the recent school abductions in Oyo and Borno states. They pledged to collaborate with security agencies to ensure the safe return of the affected students.
Five individuals suspected of kidnapping two children in Ondo have been arrested by the police. Authorities also recovered ransom money during the operation.
Lagos CAN has called on Nigerians to unite and prioritize national interest in the face of rising insecurity. The organization urges political leaders and citizens to set aside personal and partisan interests for the greater good.
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has instructed troops to eliminate terrorists and bandits in Kwara and nearby areas. This directive aims to enhance security and restore peace in the region.
Katsina State is committed to enhancing security for residents during the Eid-el-Adha celebrations at the Durbar Festival. Ongoing government and security agency efforts are reportedly yielding positive results.
Miyetti-Allah has called on all levels of government to include local vigilante groups in national security strategies. This move aims to enhance efforts in combating rising insecurity across Nigeria.
A Kwara monarch has praised President Tinubu and Governor AbdulRazaq in a newspaper ad following a family kidnapping. This has sparked anger among residents who feel the traditional rulers are neglecting community security issues for political gains.
The Ondo State Police have arrested five suspected kidnappers and recovered N261,000 linked to ransom payments for two abducted minors. This action reflects ongoing efforts to combat kidnapping in the region.
Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu has urged troops to intensify efforts against terrorists and criminals in Kwara and Niger. This call aims to enhance security and restore peace in the affected regions.
A tragic road accident in Ogun State resulted in the deaths of five individuals and injuries to ten others. The incident occurred on the Abeokuta-Lagos Expressway at the Iyana Egbado axis.
A tragic accident on the Abeokuta-Lagos Expressway in Ogun resulted in five fatalities and ten injuries. Speeding and overloading are reported as the causes of the crash.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have issued a warning of strong retaliation against any future US military actions. They emphasized that any repetition of attacks will lead to a firm response from their forces.
A mother and daughter have been arrested by Nigerian police for their involvement in an N18 million romance scam targeting a victim in Malta. The investigation into the scam is ongoing.
A viral video shows two men being assaulted by a mob in Asaba, Delta, for alleged theft. The incident has ignited discussions about the issue of jungle justice in Nigeria.
The Ogun police have deployed over 2,500 officers to ensure security during the 2026 Ojude Oba festival in Ijebu-Ode. This initiative aims to promote a peaceful and safe environment for attendees.
Atiku Abubakar highlights the grim reality of Nigerians incorporating ransom payments into their household budgets due to rising abductions. He criticizes those in power for prioritizing image management over addressing the security crisis.
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested seven armed robbers who specialised in phone snatching across the state capital. The read more Bauchi Police disrupt phone snatching syndicate, arrest seven suspects
China is sending military scholars to the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore to discuss its security concepts. This move aims to enhance China's defense diplomacy and engagement in regional security discussions.