Presidency attacks Obasanjo on security failures
Nigerian Presidency condemns Obasanjo's security criticism, defends Tinubu's anti-terror strategy. Read about the escalating political confrontation over national security.
Nigerian Presidency condemns Obasanjo's security criticism, defends Tinubu's anti-terror strategy. Read about the escalating political confrontation over national security.
The Nigerian Presidency has strongly responded to former President Obasanjo's comments on insecurity, accusing him of hypocrisy for failing to act when bandits first emerged during his administration.
Armed bandits kidnapped 14 people including a bride, her bridesmaids and a baby in Sokoto. Read about Nigeria's escalating security crisis and government response.
Former Tinubu spokesman Denge Josef Onoh warns that withdrawing police from VIP protection could spike kidnappings and worsen Nigeria's security crisis. He proposes calibrated approach.
President Tinubu reaffirms commitment to equip Nigeria Police and security agencies with modern tools and training to combat insecurity. Read about the government's comprehensive security strategy.
Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru reveals measurable security improvements in Northwest Nigeria while acknowledging ongoing threats. Read how communities are recovering under Renewed Hope Agenda.
Human Rights Watchdog demands Tinubu declare state of emergency in Zamfara after Governor Lawal freed 500 inmates, including hardened bandits. Read full details.
Federal Government announces emergency fund to combat gender-based violence and support survivors. New initiative launched during 16 Days of Activism against GBV.
Primate Elijah Ayodele reveals five powerful individuals are behind Nigeria's terrorism surge. He warns President Tinubu against negotiating with bandits as security emergency continues.
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President Tinubu approves a high-level security delegation to work with the US on counter-terrorism and defence. The move follows US pressure and aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
Citizens for Secure Nation criticizes African Democratic Congress for exploiting Nigeria's insecurity crisis for political gain. Read full analysis of the security debate.
Kano State Fire Service successfully rescued 65-year-old Khadija Muhammad after she fell into a well in Gafiyawa town. The emergency response team acted swiftly following a distress call. Learn about safety measures to prevent such incidents.
Nigeria's Senate begins process to amend Terrorism Act, classifying kidnapping as terrorism with death penalty. Committee investigates Safe School Initiative amid rising abductions.
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf welcomes President Tinubu's national security emergency. Read how Kano is combating banditry in border communities and ensuring citizen safety.
AHACCI DG Ismaila Atus expresses confidence in President Tinubu's plan to use the successful Lagos security blueprint to combat terrorism and banditry nationwide. He urges public support for the President's second-term bid.
Armed bandits kidnapped six girls and one boy in Gidan-Bijimi, Abuja, raising security concerns. Residents flee as police remain silent. Read full details.
A Nigerian man expresses outrage over First Lady's dinner invitation to senators while the nation grapples with mass abductions and killings. Read his powerful response.
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders mass recruitment into security forces and supports state police establishment. Southern governors unite on decentralized security approach.
Nigerian Movement for Actionable Change storms National Assembly, demands immediate release of 253 abducted pupils and declaration of state of emergency on insecurity.
President Tinubu announces a nationwide security emergency, mandates ranching over open grazing, and orders massive police and military recruitment to combat banditry.
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 asks National Assembly to review constitution for state police establishment amid security emergency. Details on new security measures and kidnap victims.
Reps member Idris Wase reveals bandits are threatening to abduct lawmakers, urges President Tinubu to review police withdrawal from VIPs for enhanced security.
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders police and army recruitment, VIP guard retraining, and DSS forest guard deployment to combat banditry.
Nigerian Senate pushes for firearm law review to allow responsible citizens own guns following escalating attacks in Kwara, Kebbi, Niger states. Urgent action demanded.
National Assembly members express security concerns after President Tinubu orders police withdrawal from VIPs. Former Deputy Speaker warns of bandit threats against lawmakers.
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UNICEF warns Nigeria faces child welfare emergency with millions out of school due to insecurity and collapsing services. Stakeholders demand urgent action to protect children's future.