Kwara Moves to Reinforce Security After Bandits Kill Five Forest Guards
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Kwara State Government has vowed to strengthen its security architecture following a deadly bandit attack in Nuku community, Kaiama Local Government Area, where five forest guards were killed. Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq described the slain guards as “brave patriots” who died defending their communities during the late-night assault on a security outpost. […]
Tinubu Vows Renewed Push Against Terrorists After Borno Attack
By Oluwakemi Kindness President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the killing of soldiers of the 29 Task Force Brigade under Operation HADIN KAI, following a coordinated terrorist attack on their camp in Benisheikh, Borno State. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Thursday, was confirmed by the Defence Headquarters. According […]
Police Debunk Viral Terror Alert in Abuja, Arrest Suspect
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed as false a viral video alleging an ongoing terrorist attack in the Federal Capital Territory, assuring residents that no such incident occurred. In a statement issued on Friday, the Force describes the video as “entirely false, misleading, and malicious,” noting that it was deliberately created using […]
Ireti Kingibe Decries Low Female Representation in Nigeria Emergency Services
By Oluwakemi Kindness Senator Ireti Kingibe has raised concerns over the low representation of women in Nigeria’s emergency and security services, revealing that female personnel account for less than 20 percent of the workforce, with even fewer occupying leadership positions. Speaking at the 9th Road Safety and Emergency Stakeholders Forum in Abuja, the lawmaker who […]
VP to Police: Uniform Means Service, Not Power
By Oluwakemi Kindness Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has charged officers of the Nigeria Police Force to see their uniform as a symbol of service rather than authority. Speaking on Tuesday at the 2026 National Police Day celebration in Abuja, Shettima said, “The uniform you wear is not a license, it is a covenant of service. […]
Akpabio Assures Nigerians of End to Insecurity
By Anayo Akwitti President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has expressed optimism that the wave of insecurity in Nigeria will soon come to an end. Akpabio gave the assurance in his Easter message delivered at the Field Major Convention of The Apostolic Church in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State. He acknowledged the pain and loss […]
Police Deploy 1,803 Personnel For Hitch-Free Easter Celebration
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has deployed 1,803 personnel alongside operational assets across Abuja to ensure a safe and hitch-free Easter celebration. The deployment, which covers churches and recreational centres across the territory, is part of proactive measures to reinforce existing security arrangements and safeguard residents during the festive period. […]
Presidency Defends Tinubu’s Airport Meeting with Plateau Attack Victims
By Chinedu Echianu The Presidency has defended President Bola Tinubu over criticism of his recent visit to Plateau State, explaining that security and logistical constraints necessitated his decision to meet victims of the Palm Sunday attacks at the airport. The visit followed deadly attacks in parts of Plateau State that left dozens dead and triggered […]
IGP Orders Sustained Operations to Restore Peace in Plateau
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has ordered sustained security operations to restore peace in Plateau State following the recent attack in Angwan Rukuba community, Jos North Local Government Area. Speaking during an operational visit to the state, the IGP condemned the March 29, 2026 attack which resulted in the loss of […]
Plateau Killings: IGP Disu Orders Massive Deployment to Restore Peace
By: Oluwakemi Kindness The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has ordered a massive deployment of security assets to Plateau State to restore calm and ensure the arrest of those responsible for the recent killings. This follows the attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area, which claimed the lives of innocent citizens. In response, […]