Six PDP lawmakers in Zamfara State House of Assembly defect to APC, citing constitutional disregard and the legislature's role as a rubber stamp for Governor Dauda Lawal. Read the full details of the political shift.
Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky predicts advanced persistent threats, DDoS attacks, and supply-chain risks will target Nigeria's telecom sector in 2026. Learn the key threats and mitigation strategies.
Nigerian Army troops have captured Fidelis Gayama, a high-value bandit leader terrorising the Benue-Taraba axis. Details of the operation and his links to wanted criminal Aka Dogo revealed.
Nigerian security experts call on President Tinubu to take immediate action against illegal mining in Zamfara, warning it fuels banditry and funds armed groups. Read the full report.
CJTF and local vigilante groups eliminate notorious bandit leader Kachalla Isuhu Buzu in Zamfara, sparking celebrations. Read the full story on the security breakthrough.
The Obaro of Kabba and CAN have suspended all church services in Kabba/Bunu LGA, Kogi State, due to credible threats of bandit attacks. This follows recent kidnappings and a church invasion.
Residents of Dansadau, Zamfara, attacked their representative, Kabiru Mikailu, accusing him of poor performance and neglect. The incident occurred during a governor's visit. Read the full story.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf visits attacked border towns, pledges military support, vehicles, and trenches to restore peace in Kano. Read the full security strategy.
Governor Dauda Lawal has presided over 58 State Executive Council sessions since 2023, approving key projects. He also launched a comprehensive 10-year development plan for Zamfara State. Read more.
A Nigerian Muslim, Umar Mohammed Nasiru, says relentless violence by terror groups makes it hard to defend Islam's peaceful nature. Read his full statement and analysis.
Kano residents are furious as police enforce a motorcycle passenger ban, arresting private riders carrying family members. Critics call the policy harsh and lacking compassion. Read the full story.
Sokoto Police Command arrests three suspects for financing bandits through cattle rustling. Coordinated operations in Tangaza and Zamfara target criminal networks. CP commends operatives.
Zamfara State Government commits to tackling the out-of-school children crisis, focusing on nomadic education. Governor Lawal's emergency declaration shows early results. Read more.
Senator Abdulaziz Yari criticises calls for US intervention in Nigeria's banditry crisis. He urges elites to unite and solve the nation's challenges internally. Read more.
NSA Nuhu Ribadu says the US, UK, and France are aiding Nigeria's fight against banditry. He assures parents of abducted Niger students of a safe return.
Northern governors and traditional rulers issue urgent warning on insecurity after Kaduna meeting. They call for state policing and unity to combat banditry and kidnappings.
Kebbi police neutralise a suspected Lakurawa bandit in Malan Yaro, recover two motorcycles. CP commends security forces' gallantry. Separate attack on Immigration checkpoint leaves three dead.
Hajiya Huriyya Lawal, Zamfara's First Lady, reaffirms her commitment to vulnerable families with essential supplies for quadruplets' parents and a strong stance against gender-based violence. Read her full action plan.
Pastor Tunde Bakare condemns Nigerian lawmakers for prioritizing political defections over security governance as citizens suffer. He demands urgent action and transparency.
Pastor Oloruntimilehin Daramola urges Nigerian Christians to adopt traditional protection methods as bandits threaten churches. Read his urgent security message.
Human Rights Watchdog demands Tinubu declare state of emergency in Zamfara after Governor Lawal freed 500 inmates, including hardened bandits. Read full details.
A Nigerian man's innovative home security design using industrial galvanized angle iron goes viral on TikTok. His daughter explains how rising insecurity inspired the unusual protection method.
Former APC chairman Abdullahi Ganduje rejects Kano government's call for his arrest over alleged militia comments, accusing Governor Yusuf of incompetence on security.
Nigerian comedian Trinity Guy sparks outrage with controversial bandit attack skit. Social media users condemn trivializing national security crisis. Read full reactions.
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf welcomes President Tinubu's national security emergency. Read how Kano is combating banditry in border communities and ensuring citizen safety.
Nigerian Senate classifies kidnapping as terrorism, imposing mandatory death penalty. Recent abductions in Kano, Niger, Kwara, and Kebbi states highlight urgent security crisis.
Niger State House of Assembly may suspend legislative activities over worsening security. Lawmakers demand rescue of kidnapped students from St. Mary's School in Papiri.
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, approves 20,000 police recruits, deploys DSS forest guards. Full list of decisive actions to protect Nigerians.
Niger State lawmaker reveals terrorists now control Kainji National Park, using it as base for attacks. Demands military intervention after escaping assassination attempt.
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders 20,000 police recruits and army expansion. New measures include forest guards activation and VIP guard redeployment.