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Nigeria Security
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Governor Mutfwang Champions State Police as Essential for Nigerian Security
Governor Caleb Mutfwang advocates for the implementation of state police to combat Nigeria's security challenges, highlighting the role of technology and robust legal frameworks.
July 9, 2026
Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal Recounts Refusing ₦300 Million Ransom for Kidnapped Siblings
Governor Dauda Lawal explained his refusal to pay a ₦300 million ransom for his kidnapped brothers in 2019, arguing that such payments only encourage further crime while advocating for the creation of state police.
July 9, 2026
Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan cautions against politicizing state police
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan urges the National Assembly to embed constitutional safeguards in state police legislation to prevent political abuse and ensures sustainable funding for effective operation.
July 9, 2026
Tambuwal advises President Tinubu to focus on security instead of politics
Former Sokoto Governor Aminu Tambuwal has urged President Tinubu to shift his focus from politics to the nation's security, citing the urgent need to protect citizens from banditry.
July 9, 2026
Escalating Herdsmen Violence in Delta State Sparks Urgent Demands for Official Intervention
Ughelli North residents in Delta State are intensifying their calls for government intervention as violent attacks by armed herdsmen continue to threaten lives, livelihoods, and regional stability.
July 4, 2026
HURIWA Raises Alarm Over Potential Terror Resurgence Following U.S. Troop Withdrawal
HURIWA warns that the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Nigerian counter-terrorism missions could leave a security gap that enables insurgents to launch fresh attacks.
July 3, 2026
RCCG leadership defends Pastor Adeboye following backlash over security remarks
RCCG officials have clarified that Pastor Enoch Adeboye’s recent remarks on national security were meant to demand accountability from the government, urging citizens to view his full address instead of reacting to isolated video clips.
July 3, 2026
Bello Turji Leads Bandits in Fatal Sokoto Kidnapping Spree
Gunmen under the command of Bello Turji abducted 37 people and killed a child during violent raids on multiple communities in Sokoto State's Sabon Birni region.
July 2, 2026
Lagos NSCDC Apprehends Multiple Suspects for Infrastructure Vandalism
The Lagos NSCDC has detained several suspects involved in cable and battery theft following intelligence-led operations and community reports across the state.
June 30, 2026
PDP Endorses State Police Initiative While Cautioning Against Political Misuse
The PDP has voiced its support for the establishment of state police in Nigeria, stressing the need for a decentralized security approach while calling for safeguards to prevent political manipulation.
June 26, 2026