Security Report

Nigeria stood tall on the international dais once again recently! Standing ramrod straight and proud, the country, in the person of a Nigerian-born United States of America (US) Naval Officer, Lieutenant Commander Victor O. Agunbiade, was the cynosure of all eyes, for the right reasons. Lieutenant Commander Agunbiade was up …

By Sumaila Ogbaje Abuja, Aug. 28, 2023 In the unrelenting effort by troops to clear remnants of Boko Haram terrorists (BHT) enclaves in Borno and contiguous states, troops of 144 Battalion have successfully rescued 25 hostages held captive by the terrorists. This is contained in a statement by the Director, …

By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, Aug. 28, 2023 The UN envoy to Mali, El-Ghassim Wane, says while its peacekeeping operation in Mali (MINUSMA) draws to a close by the end of the year, the UN remains committed to supporting the country’s stability and development. Wane, the Special Representative of the …

….Says decision to uphold discipline, discourage status reversal The Police Service Commission (PSC) in exercise of its statutory powers, pursuant to the Third Schedule, Part 1 M, para A&B of the 1999 Constitution, reinforced with Section 6 of the Commissions (Establishment) Act 2001, para a, c, d, e, & f, …

By Sumaila Ogbaje Abuja, Aug. 27, 2023 The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says the air component of Operation Delta Safe (OPDS) and Operation Hadin Kai carried out successful air interdiction missions on some illegal refining sites and terrorists hideouts in Niger Delta and North East regions. This is contained in …

By Sumaila Ogbaje Abuja, Aug. 25, 2023 The Defence Headquarters says the troops of the armed forces have within nine weeks, neutralised 23 terrorists, arrested 109 criminals, and five kidnappers. It also said that one informant and 22 suspected oil thieves were arrested within the period across the country. The …

A former military spokesperson, Major-General Bernard Onyeuko (rtd), has passed on. A credible source told PRNigeria that he died on Saturday morning after complaining of cold and was rushed to a private hospital where he died. General Onyeuko who retired from the Nigerian Army after the recent appointment of new …

Niger Republic’s military administration on Friday gave the German, US and Nigerian ambassadors 48 hours to leave the country, according to Agency reports. “In reaction to German Ambassador Olivier Schnakenberg’s refusal to reply to an invitation by the ministry for a discussion on Friday August 25 at 11.00 a.m., and …

By Stanley Nwanosike Enugu, Aug. 25, 2023 The 82 Division Nigerian Army, has warned troops deployed to check points against taking gratification and engaging in any other unprofessional conduct capable of portraying the service in bad light. The warning was conveyed during a lecture on the responsibility of troops deployed …

Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, on Friday, distributed over 50 patrol vehicles and 300 motorcycles to the Nigerian military and volunteers from the ‘Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF)’ and hunters involved with securing communities across Borno State.  The distribution, which took place at the multi-purpose hall of the Government House in …

The Nigerian Navy says assets acquired by the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA under the Integrated National Security and Waterways Protection Infrastructure, otherwise known as the Deep Blue project have been deployed across the South West, Central and Eastern Zonal operations to enhance patrol of the Nigerian maritime …

  Remains of killed-in-action military personnel being laid to rest in Abuja on Friday (25/8/23) By Sumaila Ogbaje Abuja, Aug. 25, 2023 The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has vowed that the military would hunt down and bring to justice, all terrorists, bandits and enemies of the …

A political activist and former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timi Frank, has asked the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) to investigate the management of Chicago State University (CSU). According to him, the demand became necessary because the institution has …

By Sumaila Ogbaje Abuja, Aug. 25, 2023 The Nigerian Armed Forces on Friday laid to rest the remains of military personnel killed in action and in the recent crash of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) MI-171E Helicopter in Niger. The burial ceremony was conducted for 20 of the deceased personnel …

By Femi Ogunshola Abuja, Aug. 25, 2023 The House of Representatives Ad hoc committee, interfacing with relevant security agencies to reduce kidnapping, assassinations and banditry in Abia communities, has called for the release of Nnamdi Kanu. Rep. Obinna Aguocha, Chairman of the ad-hoc committee, made this call in Abuja at …

By David Adeoye Ibadan, Aug. 24, 2023 The Committee of Retired Inspectors-General of Police has advocated 65 years as retirement age and 40 years as tenure of service for Police personnel. This is part of resolutions of the former I-Gs at the end of their two-day retreat, held at the …

By Sumaila Ogbaje Abuja, Aug. 24, 2023 The Nigerian Navy (NN) has warned applicants undergoing its Basic Training School (NNBTS) Batch 35 Recruitment Exercise holding in Lagos, Rivers and Kaduna States to avoid being duped by fraudsters. The Navy gave the warning in a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday …

Los Angeles, Aug. 24, 2023 At least, four people were killed and six wounded in a mass shooting on Wednesday night at a landmark biker bar in Trabuco Canyon in Orange County (in southern California). The law enforcement sources made this known on Thursday. Authorities descended on Cook’s Corner on …

By Peter Okolie Owerri, Aug. 23, 2023 The Imo Police command says it has arrested an Inspector of Police, who assaulted a young man in a viral video. In a statement by the command’s spokesman, ASP Henry Okoye on Wednesday, the state’s Commissioner of Police, Mr. Mohammed Barde, condemned the …

…Assures work on Airforce runway, Officers’ accommodation Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has sought the support of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) in the fight against economic sabotage, criminal damage of pipelines and theft through illegal bunkering of petroleum products. Governor Fubara gave the charge when he received …

By Desmond Ejibas Port Harcourt, Aug. 23, 2023 The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar says the Nigeria Air Force (NAF) will soon take delivery of 18 attack helicopters to boost its fleet of aircraft. Abubakar said this at a one-day tour of formations and units under …

Abuja, Wednesday 23rd August 2023  The UK’s Minister for the Armed Forces, James Heappey MP, arrived in Nigeria this week to meet top defence leaders and military chiefs, to deepen defence cooperation between both countries and discuss the situation in Niger. During his visit, Minister Heappey met senior leaders on Wednesday …

By Polycarp Auta Jos, Aug. 22, 2023 Troops of the military taskforce, Operation Safe Haven (OPSH), maintaining peace in Plateau and parts of Bauchi and Kaduna States, arrested 39 suspects for banditry, kidnapping and armed robbery in one week. Capt. James Oya, unit’s Media Officer stated on Tuesday in Jos …

The Headquarters 2 Brigade, Nigerian Army Uyo, on Friday emerged the overall winner of the 6 Division Nigerian  Army 2023 inter-brigade officers combat proficiency competition with 490 points. The event, held at 6 Battalion Wellington Bassey Barracks Abak in Akwa Ibom, was to sharpen the skills of Nigerian Army  Officers …

By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, Aug. 21, 2023 UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres, on Monday, honoured survivors of terrorism working for peace, paying respect to the thousands who were lost or harmed through terrorist attacks around the world. According to him, the UN is launching a project to help survivors’ …