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.
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.
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.
African Union and ECOWAS missions denounce Guinea-Bissau military coup that disrupted election results. Regional bodies urge constitutional order restoration and official releases.
IGP Egbetokun confirms withdrawal of 11,566 police officers from VIP protection following President Tinubu's directive. Officers redeployed to strengthen national security.
Nigeria strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau, calls for immediate constitutional restoration and warns coup plotters will be held accountable. Read full statement.
Nigeria loses four prominent Islamic scholars in 2025 including Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi. Read about their legacies and national reactions to these monumental losses.
Nigeria strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau, demands immediate restoration of constitutional order and safety of detained officials. Read the full details.
Discover 7 important facts about Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, the renowned Islamic scholar who passed away at 98. Learn about his legacy and contributions.
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.
Renowned Islamic scholar Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi passes away at 99. Family and associates confirm the death of the Tijjaniyya order leader. Read more about his legacy.
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 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.
Reps member Idris Wase reveals bandits are threatening to abduct lawmakers, urges President Tinubu to review police withdrawal from VIPs for enhanced security.
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.
24 students from Government Girls Comprehensive School in Maga, Kebbi State have been released after 7 days in captivity. Read about the security response and ongoing school safety concerns in Northern Nigeria.
Rep Alhassan Ado-Doguwa demands National Assembly shutdown over worsening insecurity, describing Northern situation as devastating. House leadership pushes back.
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.
US President Donald Trump initiates process to designate Muslim Brotherhood chapters as foreign terrorist organizations. Executive order targets groups in Lebanon, Egypt, and Jordan.
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.
Prof. Bolaji Akinyemi urges President Tinubu to declare nationwide security emergency, recalling retired military officers and suspending governors' immunity in terror zones.
Nigerian VIPs express security concerns after President Tinubu orders police escort withdrawal. Many doubt NSCDC's capability to provide adequate protection amid rising insecurity.
Governors from Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo and Ekiti states have presented three crucial demands to President Tinubu, including state police creation and enhanced security measures to combat regional insecurity.