The House of Representatives Minority Caucus calls on the Federal Government to urgently improve soldiers' welfare, equipment, and funding to effectively combat Nigeria's insecurity crisis. Read their full demands.
Widows of fallen soldiers lament neglect and unpaid insurance benefits at the Armed Forces Remembrance Day in Lagos, calling for urgent government intervention to alleviate their suffering.
Oyo State Police arrest Waheed Rasaki for allegedly shooting co-hunter Femi Oyedepo dead. In a separate incident, a polytechnic student was killed. CP Femi Haruna assures swift justice. Stay informed on safety in Ibadan.
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum commissions a remodelled school for vulnerable women in Biu, launches N1bn SME grants, and orders employment of 200 youths. A major step for education and post-insurgency recovery.
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum has sent off 230 intending pilgrims to Jerusalem, urging them to be ambassadors of peace and pray for Nigeria. The ceremony highlights state support for religious welfare.
Borno State Police Command reports major 2025 successes: 2,610 arrests, 1,028 convictions, recovery of arms, explosives, and N5.8m. Read the full breakdown of their security operations.
Official tolls confirm 55 Cuban and Venezuelan military personnel died during a US operation to seize Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. Details inside.
A tragic wall collapse in Maiduguri's Bulumkutu community has claimed the lives of five children. Police confirm investigation is ongoing. Read the full report and safety warnings.
A tragic fence collapse in Maiduguri's Bulumkutu area has claimed the lives of five children. Police confirm investigation is ongoing. Read more for details and safety warnings.
Nine Nigerian soldiers feared dead after Boko Haram IED blast on Maiduguri-Gubio road. Details of the Sunday attack and ongoing terror threats in the Lake Chad region.
Cuba accuses the US of killing 32 of its nationals during the military operation in Venezuela that captured President Maduro. Havana declares national mourning.
HURIWA reports soldiers ignored Gen. Musa's order to withdraw from checkpoints. Roadblocks persist in the South East, causing extortion and traffic. Read the full report.
HURIWA reports soldiers ignored the Defence Minister's order to withdraw from checkpoints in the South East, continuing extortion and causing traffic. Read the full report.
Governor Babagana Zulum announces a 100% salary allowance for doctors and 40% for nurses in rural Borno to tackle healthcare staffing shortages. The move aims to compete with INGO salaries.
Borno State boosts economy with $800k leather exports and launches a new industrial hub with a dry port. Governor Zulum presents N890.33bn budget for 2026. Read more.
Governor Babagana Zulum presents a N890.33bn budget for Borno's 2026 fiscal year, with education receiving the highest sectoral allocation of N135bn for rebuilding and growth.
A review of four Nigerian military personnel, including Lt. Samson Haruna and Lt. Yerima, whose stories sparked national conversation and controversy throughout the year 2025.
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum presents the 2026 budget proposals to the State Assembly, setting fiscal priorities with a focus on education and healthcare. Stakeholders urged to attend.
Two minors freed from the ADF militia in DR Congo share harrowing accounts of forced recruitment, brutal training, and daily torment. Read their shocking story of survival.
A suicide bomber detonated an IED inside a mosque in Maiduguri's Gamboru area during evening prayers. Five worshippers were killed and 35 injured. Police have cordoned off the area.
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum extends Christmas greetings, thanking God for restored peace. He highlights a year of recovery and interfaith harmony while on a security tour.
Chief of Army Staff Lt-Gen Waidi Shaibu commissions 60-unit AHOOAS housing estate in Ibadan, boosting troop welfare and post-service stability. Read more on this key welfare initiative.
Borno Police deploy EOD, tactical teams for President Tinubu's visit. Vehicular restrictions in Maiduguri. Full security details inside.
Operation Hadin Kai troops thwarted a terrorist infiltration attempt in Bitta, Borno, neutralizing several insurgents, including a key commander. Read the full report on the decisive military action.
Terror group ISWAP executes a Yawal Kawa chief after accusing him of loyalty to Nigeria's government and army. Security analyst Brant Philip reports on the abduction and killing.
Nigerian Army troops rescue a councillor and Islamic scholar in Borno after a swift operation. Search continues for five others, including local officials. Read the full details.
The suspect wanted for the alleged r@pe of a 5-year-old girl in Maiduguri has turned himself in. Borno Police confirm he is in custody and under investigation.
Nigerian Army troops successfully repelled a terrorist infiltration attempt in Bitta, Borno State, neutralizing several insurgents including a top fighter. Read the full details of the operation.
Terrorists abduct newly elected Borno officials & passengers on deadly Biu-Buni Yadi road. Authorities urged to intensify rescue efforts. Read more.
Nigerian Army repels armed drone assault on Borno base, rescues kidnapped Benue victim in separate operation. Troops sustain offensives against terrorists and criminals.