7,000 New Forest Guards Deployed to Fight Bandits
The Tinubu administration has deployed over 7,000 newly trained Forest Guards to seven frontline states to tackle banditry and secure Nigeria's forests. Learn about their mission and training.
The Tinubu administration has deployed over 7,000 newly trained Forest Guards to seven frontline states to tackle banditry and secure Nigeria's forests. Learn about their mission and training.
Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri cautions newly graduated forest guards against harassment, urges respect for communities. The 987 guards are part of a national security and environmental initiative.
The United States has resumed intelligence missions over Borno's Sambisa forest targeting ISWAP, days after airstrikes in Sokoto. Get the latest details on the renewed operations.
Nigeria deploys over 7,000 newly trained Forest Guards to reclaim forests from terrorists & bandits. Read how this initiative strengthens national security.
Manchester City climbed to the top of the Premier League table after a hard-fought 2-1 victory away at Nottingham Forest on Saturday. Read Pep Guardiola's reaction to the vital win.
Rayan Cherki was the hero for Manchester City, scoring a late winner in a 2-1 victory at Nottingham Forest. The win sends City top of the Premier League table. Read the full match report.
US launched airstrikes targeting ISIS in Nigeria's Sokoto state on Christmas Day with Nigerian approval. Get the full details on the operation, targets, and regional security implications.
The Federal Government has disclosed the precise locations in Sokoto state targeted in recent US-backed airstrikes against ISIS. The operation, approved by President Tinubu, involved precision strikes from the Gulf of Guinea with no civilian casualties re
Pep Guardiola reveals he warned his Manchester City squad about festive weight gain and is proud of their disciplined response. City face Nottingham Forest aiming to reclaim top spot. Read more.
Nottingham Forest and Scotland mourn the loss of their greatest ever player, John Robertson, who passed away on Christmas Day after a long illness. Tributes pour in.
Niger State Government has deployed the first batch of newly recruited forest guards. Governor Bago visited trainees, urging discipline in the fight against criminal elements in forests.
Tottenham boss Thomas Frank insists he retains board support but admits there's no quick solution to the team's poor form. Spurs sit 11th ahead of Liverpool's visit.
Kebbi State Police have arrested Aminu Adamu, 20, for the alleged robbery and murder of Ibrahim Yahaya, 25, whose body was found in a forest. The suspect was found with the victim's motorcycle. Police assure the public the situation is under control.
Nigerian troops have eliminated three terrorists and recovered weapons in Zamfara State during Operation Forest Sanity IV. Read the full report on the latest military success.
A Nigerian man's strong recommendations for streamer Habeeb Hamzat (Peller) after his police arrest spark reactions online. Read the full story and public opinion.
Nigerian Army troops, in a joint operation, have freed 14 kidnapped victims from a hideout in Orokam Forest. The successful raid followed community intelligence. Read the full details of the rescue mission.
Nigerian Army troops, in a joint operation, have successfully rescued 14 kidnapped victims from a forest hideout along the Benue-Enugu border. Read the full details of the daring rescue mission here.
Katsina Governor Dikko Radda reports improved security after community-led peace deals with bandits. Attacks and medical costs for victims have significantly dropped.
Governor Dikko Radda reports tangible security gains from community-led peace deals with bandits in Katsina. Read how violence and state costs have plummeted.
Nigeria's Super Eagles suffer a major blow as defender Ola Aina is officially ruled out of AFCON 2025 due to a long-term hamstring injury. Get the full details on the defensive crisis.
Police search for a newborn after Rebecca Park, 39 weeks pregnant, was found dead in Manistee National Forest. Her fiancé and sister are in custody. Read the latest.
Sahara Group partners with Gelegele Forest Reserve in Edo State, planting 20,000 trees to restore degraded land and fight climate change. Discover their vision for a greener Africa.
Nigeria's AFCON 2025 preparations suffer major blow as Nottingham Forest confirms Ola Aina remains far from full training. Can Super Eagles cope without key defender?
Nigeria's AFCON 2025 preparations suffer major blow as Nottingham Forest confirms Ola Aina remains far from full training. Super Eagles face defensive crisis ahead of December tournament.
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, approves 20,000 police recruits, deploys DSS forest guards. Full list of decisive actions to protect Nigerians.
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders 20,000 police recruits and army expansion. New measures include forest guards activation and VIP guard redeployment.
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders police and army recruitment, VIP guard retraining, and DSS forest guard deployment to combat banditry.
Nigeria's persistent insurgency demands a shift from conventional warfare to asymmetric tactics combining intelligence, technology, and community engagement for national stability.
President Tinubu directs comprehensive security operation in Kwara forest following terrorist activities and kidnappings. Air Force to maintain 24-hour surveillance and coordinate with ground forces.
President Tinubu deploys 24-hour aerial surveillance over Kwara, Kebbi, and Niger forests to combat kidnapping surge. Security forces coordinate air-ground operations to rescue victims and dismantle criminal networks.