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National Security
29 posts
Afenifere Advises Against Negotiating with Kidnappers in Oyo School Abduction Case
Afenifere cautions the government against negotiating with terrorists who kidnapped 46 people in Oyo State, as military forces close in on a forest hideout.
June 29, 2026
Representative Nancy Mace Introduces Legislation to Halt Immigration from Three African Nations
Representative Nancy Mace is seeking to restrict immigration from Somalia, Sudan, and South Sudan, citing concerns over national security and regional instability.
June 28, 2026
Nigerian Army Bolsters Ranks with 8,000 New Graduates in Osogbo
Over 8,000 new soldiers have graduated from the Depot Nigerian Army in Osogbo, marking a major boost to the nation's military strength and operational capacity.
June 28, 2026
General Musa Urges Southern Kaduna to Prioritize Unity and Peace for Progress
Defence Minister General Christopher Gwabin Musa calls on Southern Kaduna leaders and citizens to foster peace and unity, arguing that development relies on stability and trust.
June 28, 2026
Seven Alleged Terrorist Leaders Captured at Katsina Airport Following Hajj
Seven commanders affiliated with Boko Haram and ISWAP were arrested at Katsina Airport after returning from Mecca, thanks to Nigeria's newly integrated national identity verification system.
June 27, 2026
President Tinubu Enacts NIMC Act 2026 to Boost Security and Digital Identification
President Bola Tinubu has signed the NIMC Act 2026 into law, a reform aimed at modernizing Nigeria's identity management system and strengthening national security through improved database integration.
June 26, 2026
General Shaibu Emphasizes National Security and Troop Welfare During 2026 Nigerian Army Day
Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu highlights the Nigerian Army's commitment to national security and personnel welfare during the 2026 Nigerian Army Day celebrations in Bauchi.
June 26, 2026
Army Chief Calls for Continued Dedication as Nigerian Army Celebrates 163 Years
Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu addressed the Nigerian Army family during the 2026 Nigerian Army Day Celebration, emphasizing continued service, welfare improvements, and a commitment to maintaining national security.
June 26, 2026
Nigerian Army to Enlist 28,000 Troops Amid Security Upgrades
The Nigerian Army is launching a recruitment drive for 28,000 new soldiers to bolster manpower and tackle widespread security threats, alongside plans for the 2026 Army Day Celebration.
June 26, 2026
Nigeria Must Prioritize Internal Stability to Reclaim Continental Leadership, Says Minister
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sola Enikanolaiye asserts that Nigeria must focus on domestic security and economic stability to successfully lead in Africa, following the implementation of the 'Nigeria First' policy.
June 25, 2026