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President Tinubu Convenes Security Leaders Amid Rising National Instability
President Tinubu held an urgent meeting with top security chiefs in Abuja to discuss the country's rising insecurity following a successful military operation against terrorists.
Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Warns Against Political Misuse of State Police
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has called for strict constitutional safeguards to ensure that state police are not exploited for political intimidation, while highlighting the need for sustainable funding.
Senator Ali Ndume Supports Shoot-on-Sight Directive Against Bandits
Senator Ali Ndume has endorsed the military's shoot-on-sight policy for terrorists, urging President Tinubu to maintain aggressive security operations and engage more frequently with the public.
Senator Natasha Warns Against Politicizing State Police
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan warns that state police must have constitutional safeguards to prevent political abuse and requires sustainable funding to be effective.
Governor Abiodun Expects Unified State Assembly Approval for State Police Bill
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun anticipates that all 36 state assemblies will unanimously pass the bill for state policing, a move he says will significantly bolster national security and address the existing police-to-citizen shortfall.
Nigerian Leaders Weigh Risks and Benefits of State Police Reform
Nigerian political and security leaders are debating the transition to state policing, emphasizing the need for constitutional safeguards, proper funding, and public participation to prevent potential abuse of power.
Kebbi State Extends School Closures in Unsafe Regions
The Kebbi State Government has extended the closure of schools in banditry-prone areas to ensure the safety of students and staff until regional security improves.
Federal Government broadens anti-kidnap initiative to states and updates security protocols
The Federal Government has launched the second phase of its Multi-Agency Anti-Kidnap Fusion Cell expansion to state levels, aiming to improve inter-agency coordination and combat evolving kidnapping threats.
Edo Security Corps Detains Three Suspects for Homicide and Clandestine Burial
Three people have been arrested by the Edo State Security Corps for the murder and secret burial of a Kebbi State woman named Hannah.
Ebonyi PDP requests official inquiry into Governor Nwifuru’s convoy altercation
The Ebonyi State PDP is calling for a formal inquiry after a video surfaced showing an altercation between Governor Francis Nwifuru's security detail and a civilian driver.