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Governor Mbah Advocates for State Police Funding and Tech Integration
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has urged for the financial autonomy of proposed state police forces, emphasizing that technology and clear operational authority are essential for curbing crime effectively.
Ondo police officers kill two alleged kidnappers in Akure-Owo highway shootout
Ondo State police officers killed two suspected kidnappers during a shootout at a block industry along the Akure-Owo Highway after responding to a distress call.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.