NLC Nationwide Protest Over Insecurity Begins Today
The Nigeria Labour Congress begins a national protest today over worsening insecurity. It warns an indefinite strike will follow if protesters are attacked. Read the full story.
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NLC Warns of Strike if Protest is Disrupted
Nigeria Labour Congress warns of a nationwide indefinite strike if Wednesday's Day of Protest is violently disrupted. The union cites intelligence on planned infiltration.
Nigeria's Senate Reworks National Cybercrime Law
The Nigerian Senate is repealing the existing cybercrime law to create a new one addressing AI and modern threats. Read about the planned reforms and national security strategy.
Ribadu Warns Against Exploiting Communities, Vows Action
National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu warns individuals or groups exploiting communities will face decisive action. Reveals 775 terrorism convictions, stresses community role in peace. Read more.
New Defence Minister Musa Pledges to Secure Nigeria
Nigeria's new Defence Minister, General Christopher Musa (retd.), vows rapid security improvements. He promises synergy between forces and citizens to restore peace nationwide. Read his full plan.
NLC Threatens Nationwide Protests Over Insecurity
The Nigeria Labour Congress vows nationwide protests and a day of mourning over rising insecurity, citing recent kidnappings and demanding action. Read more.
Musa, Ribadu, Labour Set Tough Tone on Nigeria's Insecurity
New Defence Minister Christopher Musa pledges rapid security results. NSA Ribadu warns enemies, Labour vows action against bandits. Key figures back Tinubu's security shake-up.
Tinubu's Drive for State Police Gains Momentum
President Bola Tinubu urges constitutional amendment for state police, calling it a national imperative to combat Nigeria's security crisis. Will the National Assembly act?
Pharmacists Oppose Creation of New Health Commissions
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria cautions the National Assembly against creating new health bodies, calling proposals legally unnecessary and wasteful.
Kukah Warns Against Arming Communities to Fight Bandits
Bishop Matthew Kukah warns arming civilians is a false solution to Nigeria's insecurity. He calls for unity and addressing social fractures at a national dialogue in Abuja.
Nigerians React to Gumi's Prayer on Insecurity Enablers
Islamic cleric Sheik Gumi's public prayer against those enabling Nigeria's insecurity has ignited fierce reactions online, with many labeling him a 'bandits apologist'. Read the full story and see the social media exchanges.
NASS Seeks Death Penalty for Kidnappers, Naming of Sponsors
Nigeria's National Assembly intensifies its fight against insecurity, demanding capital punishment for kidnappers and the public prosecution of terrorism financiers. Read the latest developments.
NASS Confirms Musa, Bans Ransom in Security Overhaul
The Senate and House of Representatives confirm Gen. Christopher Musa as Defence Minister and adopt hard-line anti-terror measures, banning ransom payments and amnesty for terrorists. Read the details.
Poverty, Insecurity Drive Malnutrition Crisis in Nigeria
Stakeholders at the 2025 National Nutrition Week blame poverty and insecurity for rising malnutrition, affecting millions of children and women. Discover the urgent call for action.
Senate Debates Single National Emergency Number Bill
The Nigerian Senate is considering a bill to create a single, toll-free emergency number. This unified system aims to replace scattered helplines, improving response times for police, fire, and medical services nationwide.
ADC Set to Harvest 21 Senators, 86 Reps for 2027
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is reportedly set to receive over 100 National Assembly members ahead of the 2027 polls, with defections hitting APC hardest. Read details of the political realignment.
Group Calls for Collaborative Action to End Insecurity
The Awuapila Society for Peace Studies urges President Tinubu to adopt an 'All-of-Nation' approach to tackle Nigeria's insecurity, highlighting the need for a national peace policy.
Bakare Criticizes National Assembly on Insecurity Crisis
Pastor Tunde Bakare condemns Nigerian lawmakers for prioritizing political defections over security governance as citizens suffer. He demands urgent action and transparency.
US Halts Asylum After Soldier's Death, Tightens Migration
The US halts all asylum decisions and suspends visas for Afghans after a soldier's death. President Trump announces a crackdown on migration from third-world countries. Full details.
NCS Imposes Strict Penalties for Age Cheating
National Council on Sports approves sweeping reforms including heavy fines, suspensions for age cheating, new National Intermediate Games, and compulsory insurance for athletes.
Afghan National Suspect in White House Ambush
Two National Guard troops critically wounded in shooting near White House. Suspect identified as Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal. Read full details.
Lawyer Calls for NYSC Structural Changes Over Insecurity
UK-based lawyer Chief Niyi Aborisade demands urgent NYSC restructuring as insecurity threatens corps members' safety. Read why the 51-year-old scheme needs reform now.
White House Ambush: 2 National Guard Soldiers Shot
Two National Guard soldiers critically wounded in targeted attack near White House. President Trump suspends Afghan immigration, deploys 500 additional troops. Full details.
Abaribe Criticizes Senate Over Security Crisis Response
Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe confronts National Assembly colleagues for failing to address Nigeria's insecurity crisis. He demands accountability for troop withdrawal in Kebbi kidnapping case.
White House Lockdown After National Guard Shooting
Two National Guard soldiers critically wounded in targeted shooting near White House. Suspect identified as Afghan national. President Trump vows justice. Read full details.
Doguwa Attacks Tinubu Govt Over Insecurity
Rep Alhassan Ado-Doguwa demands National Assembly shutdown over worsening insecurity, describing Northern situation as devastating. House leadership pushes back.
Ogundoyin calls for national peace framework
Oyo Assembly Speaker Adebo Ogundoyin demands urgent national peace framework to combat kidnapping and banditry. Join the call for unified security action.
Ex-Minister: Nigeria Normalising Terror
Former Minister Chief Nduese Essien warns Nigeria is dangerously close to normalising terror, citing recent kidnappings and attacks. He urges President Tinubu to take decisive action on insecurity.
FG: Livestock Reforms Gains Coming Soon
Federal Government assures Nigerians that livestock sector partnerships will soon show visible results, aiming to grow the industry from $32B to $74B by 2035 through strategic reforms.
Falz Urges Nigerians to Hold Lawmakers Accountable
Nigerian rapper Falz calls for citizens to demand security accountability from lawmakers beyond social media activism. He questions government handling of recent kidnappings in Kwara and Niger states.
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