Arms Makers See Record $679B Revenue Amid Conflicts
Global arms sales reached record $679 billion in 2024 as Ukraine and Gaza wars fuel demand. US firms dominate while European companies face supply chain challenges. Read full analysis.
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Arms Makers See Record $679B Revenue Amid Global Tensions
Global arms sales reached record $679 billion in 2024 as Ukraine war and Gaza conflict fuel demand. US companies dominate while European firms see 13% growth despite supply challenges.
Realnews 13th Anniversary: Experts Tackle Cybercrime
Realnews celebrates 13 years with high-level dialogue on cybercrime and illicit financial flows draining Africa. Experts recommend cross-border cooperation to combat $50bn annual losses.
Air Force Officer Arrested for Transporting Weapons
Troops and NDLEA operatives detain an Air Force member, ACM Anas Muhammed Fakai, caught with firearms en route to Abuja. Investigation reveals police connections. Read the full report.
Air Force Officer Arrested with Weapons in Kogi
Nigerian troops arrest Air Force personnel ACM Anas Muhammed Fakai transporting illegal weapons to Abuja. Suspect claims police connections in shocking security breach.
NDLEA nabs 230 suspects, seizes drugs in Kano
NDLEA Kano intercepts 230 suspects and illicit substances in a major 30-day crackdown. The operation, involving multiple agencies, targeted drug hotspots, reducing crime. Read more.
Akiolu Seeks Probe of Security Aiding Arms Proliferation
Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu, has urged the new zonal commander for small arms control to investigate security personnel complicit in the spread of illegal weapons in Southwest Nigeria.
Lagos Monarch Demands Action on Small Arms Proliferation
Oba of Lagos calls on NCCSALW to address small arms spread in Southwest, identifies security personnel complicity. Monarch also questions WAEC computer-based exams readiness.
Adeyemi convicted for illegal weapons possession
Nigerian-born German star Karim Adeyemi faces €450,000 fine and DFB sanctions after being convicted for possessing illegal weapons. Read full details about the scandal.
Nigeria Tells UN to Stop 'Naming and Shaming' on Security
Nigeria urges international community against 'naming and shaming' over security challenges. Envoy highlights illicit weapons impact on Sahel region. Read full details.
Nigeria Rejects 'Naming and Shaming' at UN Security Council
Nigeria's envoy to the UN condemns illicit arms flow in the Sahel, calls for international cooperation over 'naming and shaming'. Read the full statement.
NDLEA's Marwa promises 'hell' for drug cartels
NDLEA Chairman Marwa warns drug cartels of a tougher crackdown after his reappointment by President Tinubu. New rehab centres and drug tests for students are planned.
Suspected Gunrunner Arrested, Arms Recovered in Plateau
Nigerian troops arrest a suspected gunrunner in Plateau State, recovering 6 fabricated rifles and other illegal arms. A major success in the fight against illicit weapons. Support our security forces by sharing credible information.
Venezuela Plans Guerrilla War Against US Military Threat
Leaked documents reveal Venezuela preparing guerrilla warfare and street chaos strategy against potential US military operation. Maduro government admits military weakness.
Nigeria-Ghana Customs Deepen Fight Against Illegal Trade
In a landmark move, Nigerian and Ghanaian customs authorities have strengthened their partnership to tackle cross-border illicit trade while promoting regional economic integration across West Africa.
Putin Orders Nuclear Test Plans After Trump Remarks
In a dramatic escalation of tensions, Vladimir Putin has ordered preparations to restart nuclear testing in direct response to Donald Trump's recent statements, raising global security concerns.
EFCC Chairman to Nigerians in Canada: Reject Illicit Funds
EFCC Executive Chairman Ola Olukoyede makes passionate appeal to Nigerian diaspora in Canada, warning against money laundering and promoting legitimate investment opportunities in Nigeria.
Edo Police Arrest Two With Illegal Firearms
Edo State Police apprehend two individuals in possession of prohibited firearms during intelligence-led operation. Security forces intensify crackdown on illegal weapons proliferation.
Security Forces Intercept Gunrunner in Zamfara
Nigerian security forces have intercepted a major gunrunner in Zamfara State, recovering sophisticated weapons destined for terrorist groups in a significant blow to bandit operations.
NDLEA seizes 1,779kg cannabis in Ogun, arrests 3
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have intercepted a massive consignment of cannabis sativa weighing 1,779kg in Ogun State, arresting three suspects in a major crackdown on drug trafficking.
Grandma Arrested With 178 Live Bullets in Delta
Security operatives in Delta State have arrested a 62-year-old woman caught transporting 178 live ammunition in a sack, raising serious security concerns across the region.
Trump Orders Nuclear Tests - Global Tensions Rise
Former President Donald Trump's surprise directive for nuclear weapons testing rattles international community, sparking fears of renewed arms race and diplomatic fallout.
Trump Scraps Nuclear Deal After Putin's Missile Strike
Former US President Donald Trump cancels crucial nuclear weapons control agreement with Russia following Putin's deployment of intermediate-range missile in Ukraine conflict.
Troops neutralize bandits, recover weapons in Zamfara
Nigerian troops achieve significant victory against banditry in Zamfara State, eliminating numerous terrorists and recovering sophisticated weapons in coordinated security operations.
Trump Orders Nuclear Testing Resumption After 33 Years
Former President Donald Trump has reportedly ordered the resumption of nuclear weapons testing after a 33-year pause, potentially reshaping global security dynamics and triggering international concerns.
Trump Ends 33-Year Nuclear Testing Ban
Former President Donald Trump has reportedly ordered the resumption of nuclear weapons testing after a 33-year pause, raising concerns about global security and international relations.
Trump Orders Nuclear Testing After 30-Year Break
President Donald Trump has authorized the resumption of nuclear weapons testing, ending a three-decade moratorium. This controversial decision is raising alarm bells worldwide about nuclear proliferation and global security.
Police bust illegal arms factory in Akwa Ibom
Nigerian Police Force makes groundbreaking discovery of clandestine weapons manufacturing unit in Akwa Ibom State, arresting key suspects and recovering dangerous firearms.
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