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Abuja Court Adjourns Ansaru Terror Trial to July 20
The Federal High Court in Abuja has set a July 20 date to resume the trial of two alleged Ansaru commanders facing terrorism charges brought by the DSS.
Former Defence Chief: Focus on Operational Success of State Police, Not Existence
Former Chief of Defence Staff General Lucky Irabor argues that Nigeria must stop debating if state police are necessary and start focusing on how to implement them professionally and effectively.
State Governors Mbah, Soludo, and Lawal Advocate for Localized Policing
Governors from Enugu, Anambra, and Zamfara have expressed their support for establishing state-level police forces, arguing that decentralization is necessary to improve accountability and effectively tackle insecurity.
Senate Authorizes N403.1 Billion for Nigeria Police Trust Fund 2025-2026 Budgets
The Nigerian Senate has approved a combined budget of N403.1 billion for the Police Trust Fund for 2025 and 2026 to enhance operational capacity and infrastructure.
Security Forces Rescue Abducted INEC Official in Zamfara
A combined police and military operation in Zamfara successfully rescued a kidnapped INEC staff member and recovered stolen livestock following violent bandit raids.
Nnenna Ukeje Warns Against Establishing State Police Without Strengthening National Infrastructure
Former Rep. Nnenna Ukeje warns that Nigeria lacks the institutional foundation to effectively implement state police forces without first fixing the existing national security apparatus.
Imo Police Apprehend 184 Suspects and Seize Illegal Weapons
Imo State police have arrested 184 suspects, recovered human skulls, and seized various firearms following a series of intelligence-led operations across the region.
Cholera Outbreak Claims Nine ISWAP Insurgents in Borno
A cholera outbreak in the Timbuktu Triangle has killed nine ISWAP fighters, highlighting the group's declining health conditions and disrupted logistics.
Bwala Urges Nigerians to Hold State Governors Accountable for Kidnappings
Presidential aide Daniel Bwala argues that state governors must be held accountable for rising kidnapping rates, citing mismanagement of local security funds.
Defense Chief Reports Threats Against Abducted Oyo Students
Minister of Defence Christopher Musa warns that kidnappers holding Oyo pupils hostage have threatened to execute them if military forces attempt a rescue.