FG to Embed Journalists in Military Operations
The Federal Government plans to embed journalists with military units to enhance accurate security reporting and public trust, announced at the NUJ-DSS summit in Abuja.
Category : Public Safety
FG Urges Media-Security Collaboration to Tackle Insecurity
The Federal Government calls for stronger collaboration between media and security agencies to improve national security and public trust, as stated by Information Minister Mohammed Idris at an NUJ-DSS summit.
DSS Rejects Foreign Funding for Security Trust Fund
The DSS has urged the House of Representatives to remove provisions allowing international funding for a proposed Security Trust Fund, citing risks to sovereignty and intelligence confidentiality.
Fire Guts Multi-Storey Building Housing Polaris Bank on Lagos Island
A fire outbreak disrupted activities at a multi-storey commercial building on Broad Street, Lagos Island, housing a Polaris Bank branch. Emergency responders arrived swiftly to contain the flames.
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Panic in Ilorin Over False Bandit Rumour at School
Fear gripped Ilorin on Thursday after a rumour of bandits at Government Girls Secondary School, Oke-Oyi. Police debunked the claim, calling it false and misleading.
Troops Rescue Five Kidnap Victims in Kogi State
Nigerian troops rescued five kidnap victims in Kogi State after captors fled military operations. The victims were found abandoned in Adankolo Forest and taken to a medical facility in Lokoja.
UAE Bans Social Media for Children Under 15
The UAE has banned social media for children under 15, becoming the first Arab country to do so. The law prohibits personal accounts even with parental consent, aiming to protect minors from harmful content.
Kwara Police Dismiss False Bandit Alarm in Oke-Oyi
Kwara State Police Command debunks false bandit alarm in Oke-Oyi, confirming no attack. The alarm caused panic at a school. Police seek the individual responsible.
Gunfire, Explosions Rock Niger's Capital Airport
Gunfire and explosions erupted at Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, Niger, early Thursday. The army repelled the two-hour attack and is pursuing fleeing assailants.
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Arewa Youth Warn Against Politicising Military Leadership
Arewa Youth Assembly warns against politicising military leadership, urges President Tinubu to resist pressure to remove service chiefs for national security.
Cameroonian Woman Deported After 3 Years in US Prison
A young Cameroonian woman who entered the US through Mexico recounts being detained by border patrol for over three years before deportation, sharing her painful journey and lessons learned.
Brazil hiker dies in 100-foot fall while applying bug spray
A 59-year-old hiker plunged 100 feet to her death after slipping on a Brazilian trail while applying insect repellent, days after a bungee tragedy.
Bloody Attacks on Trains Undermine Nigeria's Rail Transport
The Nigerian Railway Corporation reports intensified attacks on Abuja-Kaduna rail, damaging trains and eroding public confidence. The government must act to restore safety.
Expert Proposes Unified School Safety Code to End Abductions
Dr Bisi Akin-Alabi calls for a legally binding national school safety policy to prevent kidnappings, proposing reinforced walls, solar alarms, and community intel.
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Gunmen kill traditional ruler in Plateau ambush
Gunmen killed the District Head of Gwande in Bokkos LGA, Plateau State, HRH Saf Samuel Alaket, in an ambush on Tuesday evening. He died from injuries.
Oborevwori Approves Police HQs in All 25 Delta LGAs
Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori approves divisional police headquarters in all 25 LGAs to boost security and prepare for state police, announced at the 2026 Security Summit in Asaba.
FIDA Rescues Baby Abandoned in Rivers Shrine by Grandfather
The International Federation of Women Lawyers, Rivers State branch, rescued a two-week-old infant abandoned at a shrine in Abua by his grandfather. The baby is now receiving medical care.
IGP Orders Security Boost for Katsina Schools
The IGP has ordered enhanced security measures around Katsina schools, including increased patrols and surveillance, to protect students and staff from threats.
Ugezu Detained Over Defamatory Facebook Post
Actor Ugezu J. Ugezu was detained by Nigeria Police for a defamatory Facebook post claiming Prince Daniel Kanu was arrested. He was granted bail but transferred to FCID after failing conditions.
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Seadogs, Firefighters Sensitize Lagos on Fire Prevention
The National Association of Seadogs and Federal Fire Service held a fire safety campaign in Lagos, urging residents to prioritize prevention and demonstrating fire suppression techniques.
Woman, two children flee Sambisa Forest terrorists
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai rescued a woman and two children who escaped from Sambisa Forest captivity after sustained military operations, weakening terrorist strongholds.
Troops Recover 3,403 Rounds of Ammunition in Anti-Terror Ops
Nigerian troops recovered over 3,403 rounds of ammunition, weapons, and 15 motorcycles in anti-terror operations between June 4-12, 2026. They also rescued 391 kidnapped victims and dismantled illegal refining sites.
Onoh Accuses Omokri of Hypocrisy Over Davido
Denge Josef Onoh accuses Reno Omokri of hypocrisy for criticizing Davido's advocacy for abducted Oyo schoolchildren, citing Omokri's own past campaign for Leah Sharibu.
ISWAP Expanding Control into Northern Cameroon's Darak
ISWAP is expanding into Cameroon's Darak district, exploiting weak state presence and using propaganda, coercion, and violence to gain control.
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Military Repels Lakurawa Terrorists in Kebbi, Recovers RPGs
Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma repelled Lakurawa terrorists in Kebbi State, recovering RPG launchers, explosives, and equipment during a clearance operation.
Military Rescues Six Kidnap Victims in Zamfara
Troops of Operation Fasan Yamma rescued six kidnap victims who escaped from captivity after military pressure and air interdiction in Zamfara State.
Three security operatives killed in NIPSS attack
Gunmen attacked the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies in Plateau State, killing two soldiers and a police officer. Security forces repelled the assailants, and investigations are ongoing.
Oyo Abductions Expose Nigeria's Security Failures, Need for State Policing
The abduction of pupils in Oyo State highlights Nigeria's security challenges. The article argues for state policing, intelligence overhaul, and forest ranger deployment to combat insurgency.
50 Vehicles Impounded in Lagos Over Number Plate Violations
Lagos Police impound about 50 vehicles in a clampdown on obscured or unauthorised number plates, following IGP Olatunji Disu's directive to enhance security and deter criminals.
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Three police officers killed by IED in Zamfara
Three police officers died after an IED exploded along Anka-Bagega road in Zamfara State. The incident occurred during a clearance operation against armed bandits.
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