Nigeria's National Security Adviser issues urgent security alert for the 2025 festive season, prompting nationwide deployments and coordinated responses from state governors and police commands.
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.
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni mandates police and security agencies to scale up operations to ensure public safety during Christmas and New Year celebrations across the state.
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.
Lagos State Security Trust Fund's new CEO, Dr. Ayo Ogunsan, outlines a modern, collaborative strategy for tackling security challenges, including public donations and a major town hall meeting on December 11.
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.
The Shipping Association of Nigeria reports 2,300 security breaches by stowaways yearly, costing firms $2,000 per case. Port security agencies dispute the figures. Read more.
Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas leads a strategic security mission to Cameroon with Senators Kalu and Abdullahi to strengthen border cooperation against terrorism and crime. Details emerge.
MATAN Food Bank launches an automated digital initiative to provide direct food access for over 40 million Nigerians, backed by the House of Representatives. Read how this plan tackles the nation's food crisis.
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.
Governor Peter Mbah launches hi-tech drones, bulletproof gear, and patrol vehicles to make Enugu the safest state in Nigeria. See the full security upgrade details.
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.
Nigerian lawmakers declare security system near collapse, demand death penalty for kidnappers and sweeping security reforms amid escalating nationwide attacks.
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.
Owa of Eruku warns community remains vulnerable to attacks despite recent rescue of 38 abducted residents. Governor promises permanent security base.
Northern Nigeria's 19 governors schedule crucial security meeting with traditional rulers in Kaduna to address escalating attacks and kidnappings. Citizens urged to support security agencies.
Nigerian VIPs express security concerns after President Tinubu orders police escort withdrawal. Many doubt NSCDC's capability to provide adequate protection amid rising insecurity.
Mohamed Salah's goal drought continues as Liverpool suffer shocking 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest at Anfield. African stars shine across Europe with goals from Jackson, Tapsoba.
President Bola Tinubu held an extended security meeting with service chiefs, reviewing reports and taking decisive actions to stabilize affected areas and protect all Nigerians.