Key Nigerian private sector actors unite with civil society to design market-driven strategies for economic resilience and preventing violent extremism in fragile states. Discover the innovative plans.
A 20-year-old man, Haruna Haruna, has died after a violent altercation at a naming ceremony in Bauchi State. Get the full details on the tragic incident.
The Christian Reformed Church-Nigeria voices grave concern over increasing school attacks, threatening national development. It calls for decisive government action on security.
Kogi East Christian Elders Forum demands decisive action against bandits, supports Trump's Nigeria designation as 'Country of Particular Concern'. Read full statement.
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf welcomes President Tinubu's national security emergency. Read how Kano is combating banditry in border communities and ensuring citizen safety.
Nigerian Senate classifies kidnapping as terrorism, imposing mandatory death penalty. Recent abductions in Kano, Niger, Kwara, and Kebbi states highlight urgent security crisis.
President Tinubu announces a nationwide security emergency, mandates ranching over open grazing, and orders massive police and military recruitment to combat banditry.
Niger State House of Assembly may suspend legislative activities over worsening security. Lawmakers demand rescue of kidnapped students from St. Mary's School in Papiri.
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, approves 20,000 police recruits, deploys DSS forest guards. Full list of decisive actions to protect Nigerians.
Niger State lawmaker reveals terrorists now control Kainji National Park, using it as base for attacks. Demands military intervention after escaping assassination attempt.
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders 20,000 police recruits and army expansion. New measures include forest guards activation and VIP guard redeployment.
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders police and army recruitment, VIP guard retraining, and DSS forest guard deployment to combat banditry.
Nigerian Senate pushes for firearm law review to allow responsible citizens own guns following escalating attacks in Kwara, Kebbi, Niger states. Urgent action demanded.
Former APC Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje urges Governor Yusuf to tackle rising banditry in Kano communities. Learn about security strategies needed to protect lives.
A Nigerian serving in the UK Air Force warns that continued bandit attacks may force international intervention. Read his viral statement and public reactions.
Catholic bishops condemn security failures in Christian communities, citing disturbing reports of delayed responses that suggest possible collusion. Government urged to investigate.
SDP presidential candidate Adewole Adebayo criticizes President Tinubu's handling of insecurity, alleging government complicity in bandit attacks across Nigeria. Read full analysis.
FCT Administration directs all public senior secondary schools in Abuja to close by November 28 due to rising security concerns nationwide. Stay informed about safety measures.
Owa of Eruku warns community remains vulnerable to attacks despite recent rescue of 38 abducted residents. Governor promises permanent security base.
Nigeria Union of Teachers warns of nationwide strike following terrorist attacks on schools in Kebbi and Niger states. 25 students abducted in Kebbi, 300+ pupils in Niger. Federal government urged to act.
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.
Nigeria Union of Teachers declares national emergency over school attacks, threatens nationwide strike if government fails to secure classrooms and protect staff.
Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga reveals security agencies know bandit locations but can't strike due to civilian risks. Government redeploying VIP police to hotspots.
House Speaker Abbas urges Nigerians to stand united against terrorism and fake news during special security session attended by US officials. Read the full story.
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.
Armed men abducted 11 residents in Isapa, Kwara State, including pregnant women and children. Latest attack heightens security concerns across Nigeria. Read full details.
Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke reassures residents amid rising banditry in neighboring states. Security measures implemented, residents urged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities.
UN reports jihadist violence pushes 35 million Nigerians toward severe food insecurity. Thousands face famine-like conditions as attacks intensify amid funding cuts.
Lagos State Police Command deploys additional officers to schools and worship centers following recent bandit attacks and kidnappings across Nigeria. Commissioner Olohundare Jimoh assures public safety.
Zamfara State government has unveiled new security measures to protect schools from bandit attacks, ensuring classes continue. Learn how they plan to safeguard education.