Nigeria's National Security Adviser issues urgent security alert for the 2025 festive season, prompting nationwide deployments and coordinated responses from state governors and police commands.
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni mandates police and security agencies to scale up operations to ensure public safety during Christmas and New Year celebrations across the state.
Governor Peter Mbah appoints Kenechukwu Nnamani as ENSIDA MD, part of a sweeping overhaul of Enugu's key institutions to boost investment and economic growth. Read more.
Lagos State Security Trust Fund's new CEO, Dr. Ayo Ogunsan, outlines a modern, collaborative strategy for tackling security challenges, including public donations and a major town hall meeting on December 11.
The Shipping Association of Nigeria reports 2,300 security breaches by stowaways yearly, costing firms $2,000 per case. Port security agencies dispute the figures. Read more.
Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas leads a strategic security mission to Cameroon with Senators Kalu and Abdullahi to strengthen border cooperation against terrorism and crime. Details emerge.
President Bola Tinubu has approved new appointments to the boards of UBEC, the Bank of Agriculture, and the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF). Get the full list of appointees and their geopolitical zones here.
President Bola Tinubu has approved new board appointments for NADF, Bank of Agriculture, and UBEC. Senator Umaru Tanko Al-Makura retains his role as UBEC chairman. Read the full list of appointees.
MATAN Food Bank launches an automated digital initiative to provide direct food access for over 40 million Nigerians, backed by the House of Representatives. Read how this plan tackles the nation's food crisis.
Governor Peter Mbah launches hi-tech drones, bulletproof gear, and patrol vehicles to make Enugu the safest state in Nigeria. See the full security upgrade details.
President Tinubu's ambassadorial nominations face criticism over alleged nepotism and questionable appointments. Read why Nigerians are divided over the 32 nominees.
Public affairs analyst Anyakweh Amadi reacts to President Tinubu's 32 ambassadorial nominees, highlighting the crucial difference between career and non-career diplomats and the impact on Nigeria's global standing.
Coalition of Civil Society Groups applauds President Tinubu's strategic nomination of Jimoh Ibrahim and Mahmood Yakubu as ambassadors, citing merit and national development impact.
President Bola Tinubu has forwarded 32 additional ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for confirmation. The list includes career diplomats and non-career appointees, with postings expected to strategic nations.
Nigerian lawmakers declare security system near collapse, demand death penalty for kidnappers and sweeping security reforms amid escalating nationwide attacks.
President Tinubu nominates Oke, Are, Dalhatu as ambassadors to US, UK, France. Senate screening pending. Read about their credentials.
President Bola Tinubu nominates three non-career ambassadors to key Western nations. Senate screening pending for historic appointments since May 2023 inauguration.
President Bola Tinubu appoints three ambassadorial nominees. Their names have been sent to the Senate for confirmation. Read the full list and details here.
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.
Nigerian VIPs express security concerns after President Tinubu orders police escort withdrawal. Many doubt NSCDC's capability to provide adequate protection amid rising insecurity.
President Bola Tinubu held an extended security meeting with service chiefs, reviewing reports and taking decisive actions to stabilize affected areas and protect all Nigerians.
President Bola Tinubu holds extended security meeting with military chiefs amid rising kidnappings and attacks. Read details of presidential directives and public reactions.
Nigerian Senate and South-West leaders unite at Lagos security summit, calling for state police, tech-driven Amotekun, and community-focused strategies to combat rising insecurity. A collaborative approach is essential for safeguarding the region.
Edo State government announces permanent secretary appointments will now be strictly merit-based, ending era of non-career appointments. Deputy Governor Idahosa reveals new policy at expanded breakfast meeting.
The Nigerian Bar Association demands immediate security reforms following the abduction of schoolgirls in Kebbi and killing of a General in Borno. Read their urgent call to action.
Nigerian Senate screens 38 FCC nominees, vows to uphold federal character principles for equitable resource distribution. Report expected soon for final confirmation.
United Nigeria Airlines announces strategic appointment of aviation industry expert Ben Obi to its Board of Directors, signaling new growth phase for Nigerian carrier.
Kaduna State Government reveals successful negotiation efforts leading to the release of approximately 500 kidnapped victims across the state in recent security operations.
Top security chiefs from Nigeria's Department of State Services gather in Kaduna to develop new counter-terrorism strategies amid growing security challenges across the nation.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has appointed Dr. Ayo Ogunsan as the new Executive Secretary of Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF), bringing fresh expertise to bolster security infrastructure across the state.