Political analysis, national security dispatches, and court proceedings from across Nigeria.
Defence and SecurityDefence Minister Christopher Musa has welcomed the newly approved salary increase for military personnel saying the decision will improve welfare, raise morale and strengthen the Armed Forces’ capacity to combat insurgency, banditry, kidnapping and other security challenges nationwide. In a statement released on Wednesday through his media aide, Leah Katung-Babatunde, Musa described the salary review […]
Defence and SecurityDeputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu has cautioned that the proposed state police system must never be used as a tool for political intimidation, urging lawmakers to establish strong safeguards that guarantee accountability and professionalism. Speaking at the 2026 South-East Regional Security Summit, Kalu said any decentralised policing framework must be built on accountability, professionalism and public […]
Defence and SecurityPresident Bola Tinubu has approved the expansion of the Nigerian Army to 12 divisions and authorised the recruitment of 28,000 additional personnel to improve security operations, strengthen border protection and enhance the military’s response to threats across Nigeria. The Presidency said the initiative also includes the recruitment of 28,000 additional military personnel and the establishment […]
Defence and SecurityKano State Governor Abba Yusuf has expressed confidence that the state is ready for state police, saying it has the manpower and institutional capacity to successfully operate the proposed security system once legal approval is granted. Speaking during the inauguration of the Inter-Agencies Task Force on Drug Abuse and Trafficking in Kano, Yusuf said the […]
Nigeria and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to stronger security collaboration following a meeting between National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu and US Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Frank Garcia in Abuja. The meeting took place in Abuja during Garcia’s first official visit to Nigeria since his confirmation as the US Assistant […]
Defence and SecuritySenate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele says state police will only succeed if it enjoys guaranteed funding, financial independence and strong legal safeguards, warning that poor financing could leave the security outfit open to political and criminal manipulation. Speaking during the ARISE News Town Hall on State Police on Thursday, the senator warned that underfunded state police […]