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Police Leadership Denies Recruitment of Former Insurgents
DIG Kenechukwu Onwuemelie has clarified that the Nigeria Police Force does not recruit deradicalized former terrorists, emphasizing that standard vetting procedures remain mandatory.
June 22, 2026
Residents demand protection after armed herdsmen raid Delta community
Tension has gripped Edjekota in Delta State after armed herdsmen attacked a resident and forced locals to call for urgent government security intervention.
June 22, 2026
NSCDC Abuja command trains 106 personnel on weapon safety
The NSCDC FCT Command has completed a two-week pistol management course for 106 officers, emphasizing firearm safety and professional conduct.
June 22, 2026
Security teams thwart kidnapping attempts in Owo
Security forces in Owo, Ondo State, successfully rescued victims and thwarted two separate kidnapping attempts by armed gunmen over the weekend.
June 22, 2026
Ibadan Catholic Bishops Oppose Reintegration of Reformed Bandits
Catholic Bishops in Ibadan are calling for an end to the reintegration of repentant bandits, arguing that such programs favor criminals over victims and undermine national security.
June 22, 2026
South Africa Increases Police Presence Before Anti-Migrant Ultimatum
South African authorities are heightening security measures nationwide following an ultimatum from anti-immigration groups demanding that undocumented foreigners leave the country by June 30.
June 22, 2026
Plateau State violence claims 22 lives as health facility comes under fire
A brutal night raid on Kawel village in Plateau State has resulted in 22 deaths, including health workers and patients, as local security tensions continue to mount.
June 22, 2026
Police Deny Knowledge of Ransom Demands in Oyo School Abduction
Deputy Inspector-General Adegoke Fayoade stated the police are not involved in any ransom discussions regarding the recent kidnapping of students and teachers in Oyo State, emphasizing that rescue efforts are the primary focus.
June 22, 2026
DIG Fayoade Confirms Ongoing Rescue Operations for Kidnapped Oyo Pupils and Educators
DIG Adegoke Fayoade states that security agencies are prioritizing the rescue of kidnapped students and teachers in Oyo State while modernizing police operations through technology and better welfare.
June 22, 2026
Jos Motorcycle and Tricycle Operators Ignore Official State Ban
Motorcycle and tricycle operators in Jos are flouting a government-mandated security ban, with police citing ongoing enforcement challenges due to public demand.
June 22, 2026