The Police Service Commission warns Nigeria cannot defeat insecurity without properly funding police accountability bodies. Weak oversight erodes discipline and public trust, despite massive security budgets.
The Police Service Commission warns that Nigeria's insecurity stems from poor accountability and underfunded oversight, despite massive security spending. Read the full analysis.
Concerns grow as Nigerian state assemblies rapidly pass N34.63 trillion budgets with minimal scrutiny, eroding legislative checks and balances. Read the full analysis.
AIG Kanayo Uzuegbu directs Commissioners of Police in Imo, Abia, and Ebonyi to deploy personnel for a peaceful Christmas. Public urged to report suspicious activities.
Police in Ogun, Delta, and Imo states launch major security operations for Christmas and New Year. Joint patrols, traffic control, and bans on fireworks aim for a safe celebration. Read details.
Dr Ayo Ogunsan, LSSTF boss, deploys a monitoring team to ensure accountability and transparency in the use of security resources. Read how this move aims to boost public trust.
The NSCDC deploys over 55,000 personnel nationwide to protect citizens and critical assets during Christmas and New Year. Public urged to provide credible intelligence.
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.
AdvoKC Foundation warns Nigeria's Senate delay on the Audit Service Bill, 2023, weakens financial oversight, enabling theft. Urges immediate passage to protect public money.
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.
The House of Representatives committee has denied allegations of extorting JAMB, revealing it refunded N62.7 million twice. Get the full details on the oversight controversy and the cleared air.
WAEC clarifies it is unaware of any financial misconduct by the House Committee on Basic Examination Bodies during oversight. Get the full details on the investigation and JAMB's apology.
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.
Education experts and CSOs in Oyo State call for enhanced transparency and citizen oversight in schools to improve learning outcomes. Key actions identified.
US House Democrats release never-before-seen images from Jeffrey Epstein's private island, offering a stark look at the site of years of sexual abuse and trafficking. See the disturbing details.
Nigerians are scrambling for physical cash ahead of Christmas, driven by fears of ATM downtimes. The CBN tightens oversight as over N4.4 trillion remains outside banks. Read the full analysis.
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.
House of Representatives committee summons BPP, Budget Office, AGF for evading oversight on power sector reforms investigation. Agencies given December 8 deadline to appear.
Nigerian lawmakers declare security system near collapse, demand death penalty for kidnappers and sweeping security reforms amid escalating nationwide attacks.
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.
Northern women's group demands action as 25 students abducted in Kebbi. Where is Nigeria's National Assembly during this security emergency?
Northern women's group VIEW demands accountability as 25 students kidnapped in Kebbi. Where is Nigeria's National Assembly during this security crisis?
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.