Oloka village in Oyo State remains deserted after a deadly bandit attack killed five forest guards. Residents flee despite security deployment. Read more on the community's trauma and calls for action.
Ogun State's forestry drive makes reserves inhospitable for kidnappers and militants. Commissioner reveals strategy and new equipment for enhanced security. Read more.
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde pledges decisive response after a cross-border bandit attack at a National Park office kills five Forest Guard officers. Security agencies are investigating.
Governor Seyi Makinde calls for calm after a deadly cross-border bandit attack at a National Park office in Oyo State killed five officers. Security forces have deployed. Read the latest details.
Akwa Ibom State Government dismisses Ekid People's Union's ownership claims over Stubbs Creek Forest Reserve, citing 1918 Privy Council ruling and colonial laws. It pledges full support for the Federal Coastal Highway. Read the full details.
Army Chief Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu reassures on tackling terrorism. Nextier report warns Tinubu's security emergency needs state police & forest guards to succeed. Bombs found in Niger State.
A new report warns Nigeria's National Security Emergency risks failure without state policing reforms and forest guards to reclaim ungoverned spaces. Read the full analysis.
The Ekid People's Union condemns Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno for calling them 'terrorists' in a land dispute over Stubbs Creek Forest Reserve. Read their full statement and demands.
Aston Villa returned to winning ways with a 3-1 victory over Nottingham Forest at Villa Park. The win moves them to second place in the Premier League table. Read the full match report and analysis here.
Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has made his comeback after 116 days out, playing 69 minutes for Nottingham Forest. His return is a boost for Nigeria and his club.
Ifelodun Council Chairman Femi Yusuf alleges bandits have operated in Kwara forests for over 15 years with government knowledge. He claims locals collaborated with criminals.
Ondo Amotekun Corps arrests 39 suspected bandits fleeing northern Nigeria after US airstrikes in Sokoto. Commander Adeleye details the festive period security crackdown. Read more.
Ondo's Amotekun Corps has arrested 39 suspects who fled Sokoto after US airstrikes, highlighting security concerns in South-West forests. Read the full details.
The United States has resumed daily ISR missions over Borno's Sambisa Forest with a Gulfstream V jet, targeting ISWAP. This follows recent US airstrikes in Sokoto and high-level security talks. Read the full details.
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.
Senator Henry Seriake Dickson describes his condolence visit for late Deputy Gov Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo as a deeply personal loss. Read his emotional tribute and call for unity.
Chappal Energies secures a $430 million reserve-based lending package to refinance its acquisition of Equinor's Nigerian assets and fund development. This deal highlights investor confidence in well-structured African upstream projects despite tight capit
US President Donald Trump confirms the US will retain crude oil and tankers seized near Venezuela, intensifying pressure on President Nicolás Maduro. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
The US economy posted solid 3.2% growth in Q3 2025, driven by AI investment. The delayed data shows resilience despite labour market concerns and Fed rate cuts. Read more.
Asian stock markets climbed Monday as US data fueled expectations for 2026 interest rate cuts. Tech stocks led gains while gold hit a record high. Get the full market analysis.