Political analysis, national security dispatches, and court proceedings from across Nigeria.
InsecuritySpeaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas has called for a fast and carefully coordinated rescue operation following the abduction of students and teachers in Oyo State as military Tucano jets intensify surveillance operations. The latest development comes amid heightened military activity in the state, with videos circulating online showing Tucano fighter jets stationed […]
InsecurityThe Defence Headquarters has denied claims that terrorists now operate a permanent base in South West Nigeria following the recent attack and abduction incident in Oyo State. The clarification came as the Armed Forces intensified ongoing operations to rescue schoolchildren and staff abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area. In a statement signed by […]
InsecurityFollowing fresh abductions in Borno and Oyo states, the Senate has pledged to speed up constitutional efforts aimed at establishing state police to curb rising insecurity across Nigeria. Lawmakers described the incidents as alarming and said they reflect the growing threat insecurity poses to education and community safety across the country. Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele […]
InsecurityFormer Edo State governor Adams Oshiomhole says Nigeria must protect its citizens first, insisting that foreign investment should not outweigh the lives of Nigerians attacked in South Africa. During an interview on Arise News, the Edo North senator said Nigeria should consider taking control of companies linked to South African investors if attacks on Nigerians […]
InsecurityPlateau Governor, Caleb Mutfwang has promised tougher action against criminals behind the recent killings in Plateau State, insisting that his government will not allow violence to overwhelm affected communities. The governor made the declaration on Monday when he visited victims of the deadly attack in Nding community, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area. Mutfwang sympathised with […]
InsecurityInspector General of Police Olatunji Disu has urged Nigerians to work closely with security agencies to improve safety and tackle insecurity across the country. The police boss made the call on Thursday during the 42nd anniversary celebration of the Police Community Relations Committee held in Abuja. Represented by DIG Kenechukwu Onwuemelie, Disu said policing works […]