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Government official demands justice following murder of Benue MACBAN leader
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, demands the immediate arrest of those behind the killing of Benue MACBAN chairman, Alhaji Risku Mohammed.
Former NBA official calls on government to ease gun ownership rules to combat insecurity
Former NBA official Benjamin Chukwudi Okoko proposes legalizing gun ownership for self-defense while condemning the rampant extortion occurring at security checkpoints in Nigeria's South-East.
Nigeria Mandates Banks to Freeze Assets of Terrorism Funders
The Nigerian government has ordered financial institutions to freeze assets belonging to terrorism financiers, matching international sanctions imposed by the U.S. on individuals linked to ISIS.
Police Chief Disu Voices Concern Over Rising Fatalities Among Officers
Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu has expressed deep concern over the increasing deaths of police officers in the line of duty while announcing new recruitment plans to address manpower shortages.
Police Chief Dispatches Senior Officers and Specialized Units to Plateau After Bokkos Raid
Inspector-General Olatunji Rilwan Disu has bolstered security in Plateau State by sending tactical units and senior officers to Bokkos following a violent attack on the Kawel community.
Sunday Igboho Defends Security Campaign as Anti-Crime, Not Ethnic Bias
Activist Sunday Igboho has clarified that his security advocacy in Nigeria is strictly anti-criminal and not an attack on any ethnic group, rebuffing calls for government intervention against his campaigns.
NDLEA Warns of National Crisis Due to Rising Drug Addiction
NDLEA Chairman Mohammed Buba Marwa warns that Nigeria is facing a national emergency as substance abuse rates continue to climb, threatening the nation's future.
IGP Disu Honors Nigerian Fathers for Their Dedication and Sacrifice
Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Rilwan Disu celebrates Nigerian fathers, praising their role in nation-building and their dual dedication to professional duty and family life.
Civil society groups in Akwa Ibom advocate for public-security partnership to combat terrorism
Akwa Ibom civil society groups are urging citizens to cooperate with security agencies and adopt local defense strategies to effectively combat the rising threat of terrorism in Nigeria.
Former NYSC Chief Claims Powerful Figures Support Banditry
Retired Brig-Gen Maharazu Tsiga claims that bandits operating in Nigeria receive protection and assistance from influential individuals currently in government roles.