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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.
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.
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.
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.
Governor Ododo: President Tinubu Cannot Personally Combat Insecurity in Every State
Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi State maintains that regional leadership must support the President's security efforts, as the President cannot personally address crime in every state at once.
ICPC and Nigeria Immigration Join Forces to Secure Borno Borders Against Illegal Migration
The ICPC and the Nigeria Immigration Service are collaborating in Borno State to reduce corruption in document processing and tighten control over porous international borders.
Deji Adeyanju testifies in Nasir El-Rufai security trial
Activist Deji Adeyanju appeared in court to testify about claims made by former Governor Nasir El-Rufai regarding the unauthorized monitoring of government officials.
Human rights advocate Deji Adeyanju provides testimony in El-Rufai national security case
Lawyer Deji Adeyanju testified in the national security trial of former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai, discussing his public challenges to the ex-governor's claims about intercepted intelligence.
Army Chief Directs New Soldiers to Take Firm Action Against Criminal Threats
Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu has tasked new army recruits with confronting national security threats decisively while maintaining strict professionalism and adherence to human rights.
General Abdulsalami Abubakar Calls for National Unity to Tackle Insecurity
Former Head of State Abdulsalami Abubakar has called for national unity, urging citizens to move past political and religious divisions to support security agencies in the fight against terrorism and crime.