FG Charges 733 Newly Decorated Firemen on Swift Response
The Federal Fire Service FCT Command has decorated 733 promoted officers. Controller Suleiman M. Anas urged them to enhance swift response to fires and emergencies. Learn more.
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FCT Police Warn Women Against Free Rides From Strangers
FCT Police Commissioner Miller Dantawaye warns women against accepting free rides from strangers following the murder of a lawyer and a nurse by suspected 'one-chance' criminals in Abuja.
Female Lawyers Mourn Colleague Killed in Abuja
FIDA Abuja demands urgent action from Wike after lawyer Chigbo Princess Mediatrix was killed by 'one-chance' robbers. Calls for security emergency and task force to end FCT violence.
Lawyers Protest Killing of Colleague by 'One-Chance' in Abuja
FIDA Abuja protests the brutal murder of lawyer Chigbo Princess Mediatrix by suspected 'one-chance' operators. Calls for a security emergency and task force to end the violence in the capital.
One-Chance Killings in Abuja Raise Public Safety Alarm
The killings of Princess Ochigbo and nurse Chinemerem Pascalina in Abuja have intensified fears over 'one-chance' robberies. Residents demand urgent action as police investigate. Read more.
HURIWA Alarms Over FCT 'One-Chance' Killings
HURIWA raises alarm over deadly 'one-chance' robberies in Abuja after a nurse and another woman were killed. The group blames security failure and demands urgent government action. Read more.
COAS Pledges Normalcy Amid Calls for State Policing
Army Chief Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu reassures on tackling terrorism. Nextier report warns Tinubu's security emergency needs state police & forest guards to succeed. Bombs found in Niger State.
State Police, Forest Guards Crucial for Peace - Report
A new report warns Nigeria's National Security Emergency risks failure without state policing reforms and forest guards to reclaim ungoverned spaces. Read the full analysis.
Help Find Family of Woman Found Lifeless in Abuja
A man appeals for help to locate the family of Princess Ochigbo, found lifeless on an Abuja road. Suspected 'One Chance' attack. Contact Dawaki Police.
Supreme Court Rejects Suit on Rivers State Emergency
The Supreme Court declines jurisdiction over 11 states' challenge to the Rivers State emergency declaration. Analysts warn of dangers to democracy and federalism. Read the full analysis.
Nigeria Classifies Bandits, Kidnappers as Terrorists
The Nigerian government has declared bandits and kidnappers as terrorist groups, ending ambiguous labels. A nationwide security emergency is declared to strengthen counter-terrorism efforts.
FG to Introduce New Emergency Passports in 2026
Nigeria Immigration Service announces new Single Travel Emergency Passport (STEP) for 2026. Comptroller General Kemi Nandap reveals biometric upgrade to replace current certificates. Read more.
FCT records 300 major crimes in three months
FCT Police Command discloses 300 cases of kidnapping, armed robbery, and other crimes from Oct-Dec 2025. 160 suspects arrested, 32 victims rescued. Read the full breakdown.
Lagos Revives Local Emergency Committees
LASEMA revitalises Local Emergency Management Committees (LEMCs) across Lagos to strengthen grassroots disaster preparedness ahead of the festive season. Residents urged to act responsibly.
Tinubu Vows Security Reset in 2025 Budget Speech
President Bola Tinubu announces a sweeping national security revamp, allocating N5.41 trillion to defence. He declares all armed non-state actors as terrorists amid rising violence.
4,000 NSCDC Officers Deployed for FCT Christmas Security
The NSCDC FCT Command deploys 4,000 personnel to ensure a peaceful Christmas celebration. Commandant Odumosu orders maximum security at churches, malls, and critical assets.
Wike Reinstates FCT Education Secretary, IRS Chairman
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has reinstated Danlami Hayyo and Michael Ango. The move follows suspensions linked to a disputed school closure memo and undisciplinary acts. Read the full details.
PDP Slams Supreme Court on Rivers Emergency Ruling
The Peoples Democratic Party warns that the Supreme Court's stance on Tinubu's Rivers State emergency declaration threatens Nigeria's democracy. Read the full details and public reactions.
Tinubu Holds First Meeting with New Service Chiefs
President Bola Tinubu held a crucial security meeting with Nigeria's Service Chiefs to address internal challenges and regional commitments. Read the details and analysis.
PDP Warns of Democratic Backslide from Supreme Court Ruling
The PDP warns that interpretations of the Supreme Court's Rivers emergency ruling risk Nigeria's democracy. The party calls for constitutional safeguards to protect federalism.
PDP Calls for State of Emergency in Kwara
Kwara PDP demands a state of emergency and governor's suspension over bandits' allegations of state sponsorship. Read the full details and government's rebuttal.
Army Suspends Retirements Amid National Security Emergency
The Nigerian Army has suspended all statutory and voluntary retirements for key officer categories. This move aims to retain manpower and experience as the military expands operations under President Tinubu's nationwide security emergency. Read the full d
US Lawmakers Decry Rising Danger for Christians in Nigeria
US House committees warn Nigeria is becoming one of the most perilous places globally to practice Christianity. Lawmakers demand action after briefing on attacks and abductions.
Army Suspends Officer Retirements Over Security Crisis
The Nigerian Army has suspended all statutory and voluntary retirements for specific officers. This move aims to preserve manpower during the nationwide security emergency declared by President Tinubu. Read the full details.
Wike Sacks FCT-IRS Acting Chairman, Senior Official Takes Over
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has removed Michael Ango as acting chairman of the FCT Internal Revenue Service. The reason remains undisclosed. Read the full details and implications here.
Senate Proposes Single Nationwide Emergency Number
Nigeria's Senate considers a bill to establish a single toll-free emergency number, '112', to replace the current confusing system. The move aims to leverage high mobile penetration for faster response. Read more.
Senate Passes Bill for National Emergency Reporting System
Nigeria's Senate passes the NETS Bill 2025 for a unified emergency number. Major committee reshuffles also announced to bolster national security oversight. Read the full details.
Senate Debates Single National Emergency Number Bill
The Nigerian Senate is considering a bill to create a single, toll-free emergency number. This unified system aims to replace scattered helplines, improving response times for police, fire, and medical services nationwide.
Tinubu Picks Sacked General Musa as Defence Minister
President Bola Tinubu nominates former CDS General Christopher Musa as Defence Minister, weeks after sacking him in a military shakeup. Senate confirmation pending.
US Congress Meets Over Nigeria's Surge in Kidnappings
The US Congress holds a critical briefing on Nigeria's mass abduction crisis, targeting Christians. Get the latest on US-Nigeria security talks and the nationwide emergency.
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