Army Boosts North-East Operations as Artillery Commander Visits OPHK
By Zainab Bakare The Commander Corps of Artillery (CCA), Major General John Adeyemo, has conducted an operational assessment visit to the Headquarters of the Joint Task Force, North-East, Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK). He also reaffirm the Nigerian Army’s commitment to defeating terrorism and stabilising the region. According to a statement by the Media Information […]
CAN Urges Churches to Exercise Caution in Organising Gatherings at Christmas
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 Northern states has advised church leaders to exercise caution and wisdom in organising gatherings during the Yuletide season. Chairman of CAN in the 19 Northern states, Rev. Joseph Hayab, made the call on Wednesday, during a visit to St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo, […]
FCT Police Boost Security Ahead of Festive Season in Abuja
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has stepped up security across Abuja, deploying heavy patrols and operational assets to deter crime and reassure residents. As part of the intensified security measures, the Command on Tuesday conducted a confidence-building patrol across major commercial, residential, and transit areas within the metropolis. A statement […]
Delta Police Arrest 13 Suspected Cultists in Ethiope East
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Delta State Police Command has arrest of 13 suspected members of a notorious cult group in Ethiope East Local Government Area. The suspects arrested during a tactical operation at the Ekraka Community Forest in Kokori, followed credible intelligence received on December 20, 2025, indicating that members of the Aiye Confraternity, also […]
Yuletide: IGP orders nationwide deployment of Personnel
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered a nationwide deployment of police personnel, operational assets to ensure a peaceful Christmas and New Year celebration. In a statement on Monday, the Force Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, says the IGP directs all Zonal Assistant Inspectors-General of Police and State Commissioners of Police […]
Goronyo Praises Tinubu’s 2026 Budget, Focus on Security, Roads
By Sulyman Gobir The Minister of State for Works, Bello Goronyo, has commended President Bola Tinubu for the 2026 Appropriation Bill. He described the budget as people-centred and responsive to the pressing needs of Nigerians, particularly in the critical areas of security and road infrastructure. “The significant budgetary allocation to security reflects the President’s unwavering […]
Senate Approves Tinubu’s Request to Deploy Troops to Benin Republic
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Senate has formally approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to deploy Nigerian troops to the Republic of Benin, following last weekend’s attempted military takeover in the neighbouring country. The approval was announced on Tuesday by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during plenary, after the president’s request was reviewed in the Committee of the […]
Tinubu Hails Nigerian Military for Foiling Coup in Benin Republic
By Chinedu Echianu President Bola Tinubu has applauded the swift and decisive intervention of Nigeria’s Armed Forces in helping to restore constitutional order in the Republic of Benin following an early morning coup attempt on Sunday. According to a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, President Tinubu […]
First Lady Highlights Role of Women in National Security
By Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria marked 70 years of female participation in the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) on Thursday, with First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, highlighting the critical role of women in strengthening national security. At the commemorative event themed “70 Years of Courage and Service: Honoring Women in Policing, Inspiring the Future,” Senator Tinubu […]
FCT CP Tightens Security, Warns Journalists Against Panic Reports
By Oluwakemi Kindnes The FCT Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, says the command under his leadership is intensifying security operations across key crime routes across communities, deploying aggressive patrols, stop-and-search teams and rapid-response units to curb rising criminal activities. Speaking during a meeting with journalists on Thursday in Abuja, the CP said the command’s renewed […]