Security Report
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Army Chief directs investigation into alleged brutality by soldiers
By Sumaila Ogbaje Abuja, Nov. 19, 2024 The Acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has ordered an…
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ICC seeks support to bring alleged Libyan war criminals to justice
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, Nov. 20, 2024 The Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Tuesday called on…
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Haiti: 20,000 people flee as gang violence spurs mass displacement
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, Nov. 19, 2024 No fewer than 20,000 people have fled their homes across Haiti’s capital…
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PSC appoints AIG Ari DIG to replace Ade Ayuba; Argungu calls for professionalism, zero tolerance for corruption
The Police Service Commission (PSC) today, Tuesday, November 19, 2024, appointed AIG Ari Mohammed Ali Deputy Inspector General of Police…
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NAF destroys bandit kingpin’s residence, arms depot in Shiroro
By Sumaila Ogbaje Abuja, Nov. 18, 2024 The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Air Component of “Operation Fansan Yamma” has killed…
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Lagbaja: When Generals, the Olúóde, die By Festus Adedayo
Sunday, November 17, 2024 The Yoruba believe in the law of causation, a principle of philosophy which says that, every…
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Lakurawa terror group reduces recruitment incentive to a cow or 500k
BY ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto Reports from locals have indicated that the Sokoto state-based LAKURAWA terror group has reduced its recruitment…
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Planned factional IYC protest is security risk, INC tells DSS, others
By Deborah Coker Abuja, Nov. 13, 2024 The Ijaw National Congress (INC) worldwide, has urged security agencies to avert breakdown…
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Sexual violence against children rises by 1,000% in Haiti – UN official
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, Nov. 12, 2024 The year 2024 has seen a staggering 1,000 per cent or ten-fold…
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Senate Committee to EFCC: You have done wonderfully well
The Senate Committee Chairman on Anti-Corruption and Financial Crimes, Senator Emmanuel Udende has applauded the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission,…
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Tinubu seeks diplomatic solution to Israel-Palestine conflict, says Information Minister
By Salif Atojoko Abuja, Nov. 11, 2024 President Bola Tinubu will be seeking a diplomatic solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict…
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Ag COAS, Oluyode urges troops to deal decisively with insurgents
BY ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto The Acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, while on an operational tour…
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Ag. COAS embarks on maiden operational tour to Sokoto; Urges support to secure Nigeria’s territory
By Sumaila Ogbaje, Abuja/Muhammad Nasir, Sokoto Nov. 10, 2024 The Acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has…
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‘It was a pogrom:’ Israelis shocked as fans attacked in Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Nov. 9, 2024 Israeli and global leaders on Friday denounced a violent attack in Amsterdam on Israeli football fans,…
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Buratai pays tribute to Lagbaja, hails his legacy of service
By Sumaila Ogbaje Abuja, Nov. 7, 2024 Retired Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, former Chief of Army Staff and former Nigerian Ambassador…
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Tinubu mourns COAS, Lt.-Gen. Lagbaja; Postpones FEC meeting; Directs national flag to be flown at half mast
By Salif Atojoko/Okon Okon/Sumaila Ogbaje Abuja, Abuja, Nov. 6, 2024 President Bola Tinubu has announced the passing of Lt.-Gen. Taoreed…
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Court accuses police in Yobe of brutality, disruption of justice
Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force in Potiskum, Yobe State have been accused of brutality, negligence and disruption of justice…
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In defence of nepotism By Lasisi Olagunju
Monday, 4 November, 2024 Wahala no dey finish for Nigeria. Because President Bola Tinubu appointed an acting Chief of…
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Chad’s President threatens pullout from MNJTF amid Boko Haram resurgence
President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno of the Republic of Chad has signaled a potential withdrawal of Chadian troops from the…
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U.S. authorities warn of Russian interference in election campaign
Washington, Nov. 2, 2024 Just days before the U.S. presidential election, intelligence agencies in Washington are warning of targeted disinformation…
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Morocco hails UN Security Council’s adoption of Resolution 2756; Urges all parties to respect ceasefire
The Kingdom of Morocco has welcomed the overwhelming adoption of Resolution 2756 of the United Nations (UN) Security Council extending…
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Impersonation: Nigeria Police Force drag ‘Very Dark Man’ to court
In response to recent developments, Very Dark Man (VDM), whose real name is Mr. Martins Otse, was set to appear…
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PSC Training Institute to serve as global forum for civilian oversight – Argungu says at Senate Hearing
A public Hearing on two Bills , a bill for an Act to establish the Police Service Commission Training Institute…
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Tinubu appoints Maj.-Gen. Oluyede acting Chief of Army Staff
By Salif Atojoko Abuja, Oct. 30, 2024 President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday appointed Maj.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede as the acting Chief…
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RFA Lyme Bay, UK’s Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessel, visits Nigeria
Set to undertake Defence Engagement in West African Ports, including Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Senegal. Lagos, 30 October…
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