Residents and a Baptist cleric in Ibadan have appealed to the Oyo State Government to release additional compensation for victims of the 2024 Bodija explosion, as a remembrance service marks two years since the tragic incident.
Families of 16 Kano hunters massacred in Edo state threaten a major protest in Abuja as promised compensation remains unpaid eight months later, plunging them into poverty. #Justice #Nigeria
The DSS confirms the arrest of officer Ifeanyi Onyewuenyi for the alleged abduction and defilement of a 16-year-old girl in Abuja. The agency vows a thorough investigation. Read the full details.
The NBA demands a swift probe after a DSS operative was arrested for allegedly abducting, raping, and forcing a 16-year-old girl to convert and marry him. Follow the case for updates.
A DSS operative is arrested for abducting a 16-year-old girl, forcing religious conversion. The agency confirms investigation, vows transparency. Read the full story.
The DSS denies staff involvement in a minor's defilement, clarifies suspect identity, and confirms the arrest of another officer for forceful conversion. Full investigation details inside.
The Department of State Services (DSS) confirms the arrest and investigation of an officer, Ifeanyi Onyewuenyi, over allegations of forceful conversion and marriage. Read the full statement and details.
Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami claims DSS plans to rearrest him despite court bail. His office warns of constitutional assault and risks to his safety. Read the full story.
A blind widow in Edo State appeals to Governor Monday Okpebholo for justice after her husband was killed by a task force vehicle and a N500m court-awarded compensation remains unpaid.
Former DSS Director-General Lawal Daura announces bid for Katsina governorship in 2027, citing insecurity and poor governance. Read mixed reactions from Nigerians.
Okoyong community in Cross River petitions security agencies over alleged irregularities in compensation for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. Residents demand transparency and a review of the process to prevent unrest.
The Agunbiade family in Ogbomoso renews its plea for compensation from the Oyo State government for ancestral land acquired for LAUTECH over three decades ago. They question fairness after Osun State reportedly received ₦8bn.
Adamawa State CAN and Governor Fintiri suspend all New Year's Eve crossover events following a DSS security alert about planned terrorist attacks. Read the full statement.
MURIC calls for urgent arrest of Mazi Kanayo over viral audio inciting violence against Igbo Muslims. Security agencies urged to act to prevent communal crisis.
Under DG Oluwatosin Ajayi, Nigeria's DSS in 2025 shifted to proactive intelligence, improved inter-agency cooperation, and strengthened rule of law. Discover the reforms reshaping internal security.
Nigeria's DSS has arrested two suspects in the murder of Professor Ekanem Ephraim in Calabar. The men confessed to the crime and other kidnappings. This is a major breakthrough for security forces.
Pastor Chris Okafor has publicly invited the DSS and police to excavate his church altar, offering to fund a televised investigation following actress Doris Ogala's explosive allegations. Read the full story.
DSS operatives arrest the gang leader responsible for the kidnap and murder of Prof. Ekanem Philip Ephraim in Calabar. Suspects confessed after two-year manhunt. Read the full details.
DSS operatives have arrested key suspects linked to the 2023 abduction and killing of Professor Ekanem Philip Ephraim in Calabar. The arrests came as the gang plotted another kidnapping. Read for details.
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun commends DSS Director-General Oluwatosin Ajayi for his IPI award, highlighting improved media-security agency collaboration for national security. Read more.
Nigerian students' body, NANS, petitions DSS over alleged plot by a shadowy group and opposition figures to undermine key government reforms using unverified procurement allegations. Calls for urgent investigation.
Nigeria's NCAA facilitated over N1 billion in passenger refunds in 2025, marking its highest-ever volume. The authority credits stricter enforcement and 24/7 consumer support for the shift.
The Nigerian Air Force has paid compensation to families affected by the December 2024 accidental airstrike in Sokoto that killed 13 civilians. Details on the investigation and new civilian harm mitigation plan inside.
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana and the family of labour icon Michael Imoudu have rejected a N23 million compensation from Lagos State for land valued at N250m, calling for a labour museum instead.
President Bola Tinubu praised DSS DG Adeola Ajayi for receiving a press freedom award from IPI Nigeria, highlighting a shift towards media respect. Read the full story.
President Bola Tinubu congratulates DSS DG Oluwatosin Ajayi for receiving a press freedom award from the International Press Institute. Read about this significant shift in media-security relations.
President Bola Tinubu commends DSS DG Oluwatosin Ajayi for transforming the agency's relationship with the media. The IPI Nigeria award highlights a move from intimidation to constructive engagement. Read the full story.
The Nigerian Air Force has finally handed over compensation to families affected by the December 2024 accidental strike in Sokoto. The move follows criticism over civilian casualties in anti-bandit operations. Read the full report.
The DSS has finally arraigned Abdulmalik Obadaki, the suspected mastermind behind the 2012 Deeper Life Church attack in Kogi that killed 19 worshippers. He faces terrorism charges. Read the full details of the case.
The Oyo State Circular Road committee visited Olubadan Oba Ladoja to update him on the 110km project and address compensation issues. The monarch urged fair resolution for affected landowners.