…weeks in captivity, saying their release underscored the state’s commitment to tackling insecurity through principled and sustainable measures rather than financing criminal networks. According to the statement: “We are happy to report to our people in Oyo State that our children and teachers at Oriire have been releas…

…lasting peace, harmony and development across the country, expressing optimism that insecurity would eventually be overcome. The post Rescue of Oyo schoolchildren: S-West Fulani chiefs hail Tinubu, Makinde, security agencies appeared first on Vanguard News.

…described the operation as a demonstration of President Tinubu’s commitment to tackling insecurity and ensuring the safety of Nigerians. The Ogun governor said the safe rescue of the victims validated the President’s assurance that all efforts would be deployed to secure their freedom and bring the perpetrators to just…

…pupils, describing the development as a source of hope in the country’s fight against insecurity. He called on political leaders across party lines, including both the ruling and opposition parties, to work together in addressing the security challenges confronting the nation. “No patriot should rejoice when fellow cit…

…low-life boy meets my daughter, I want his first reaction to be an overwhelming sense of insecurity...'...followed by an immediate retreat.'But my wife?'Down-to-earth. Non-combative.'Homely. Sweet.'Smart. Smiley. SOFT.'But most of all...'She considers me her lord on this earth.'A man who loves her, covers her, provides…

…of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, regarding President Bola Tinubu’s handling of insecurity, saying he agrees that the President has done his best. Speaking during an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Obi said he respected Adeboye’s position and believed the cleric was sincere in his assessment. Howeve…

…hall meeting organised by News Central to amplify the voices of communities ravaged by insecurity. The event brought together victims, community leaders, government representatives, security agencies and civil society groups to discuss practical solutions to the security crisis. Abdullahi Dalla, a resident of Daddara c…

…adding that he now sees similar qualities in Peter Obi. The actor also noted that insecurity, flooding and kidnapping affect every Nigerian regardless of ethnicity, urging citizens to focus on competence rather than tribe. Stan Nze also called on Nigerians to participate in the 2027 general elections, encouraging eligi…

…closer to communities, strengthen intelligence gathering and improve responses to insecurity.He described the transmission of the Executive Bill on state police by President Bola Tinubu to the National Assembly on June 24, 2026, as a landmark moment in Nigeria's democratic development. "What we aim to do is to ensure t…

…his call for the establishment of state police as part of broader efforts to tackle insecurity across the country.Recounting the ordeal, the governor said the kidnappers demanded N300 million for the release of his brothers, but he refused to negotiate or make any payment."My own brothers were kidnapped in 2019, and th…

Insecurity: President Tinubu meets service chiefs In a bid to stem the tide of insecurity across the country, President Tinubu today July 9, in the State House, had a closed door meeting with security chiefs as well as his Special Adviser on Homeland Security, Major General Adeyinka Famadewa (retd.). The closed-door me…

…not by invective. A government that answers every criticism with abuse projects insecurity, not confidence." He further argued that administrative focus has been severely misplaced, stressing that political rivals are not the true threats facing the federation. He urged the Tinubu administration to redirect its energy…

…Tinubu came into power 87 million Nigerians were in poverty but today it's 140 million. "Insecurity has gotten worse. Which hope are they going to renew again? You can't renew failure. "I am not desperate to be President of Nigeria. There's a way you will fail in school, they will ask you to leave the school. "People w…

…pressure to establish state police reflected Nigerians’ frustration with worsening insecurity. But she cautioned against mistaking urgency for preparedness, insisting that while she supports devolving policing powers, the country must first put the right institutions in place. The discussion had opened with presentatio…

…The group described the latest attack as another painful reminder of the persistent insecurity confronting Berom communities, lamenting that innocent citizens continued to lose their lives while perpetrators allegedly escaped justice. BYM urged security agencies to launch a comprehensive manhunt for the attackers and e…

IMF says higher essential commodities prices could worsen poverty and food insecurity in Nigeria The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has maintained Nigeria's economic growth forecast at 4.1 per cent for 2026, while warning that rising prices of essential goods are expected to worsen poverty and food insecurity across…

…mineral-rich Ituri Province, a region that has long been affected by armed conflict and insecurity. by Linda Ikeji at 09/07/2026 11:03 AM | Share this Story

…The exchange followed Obi's repeated criticism of President Bola Tinubu over worsening insecurity and his call for the President to resign if he is unable to protect Nigerians. Sheriff, however, argued that Obi was the least qualified person to demand the President's resignation, insisting that Tinubu was making genuin…

…money. So, it's the governors' responsibility to tackle poverty, not Tinubu's. Ask about insecurity, they would tell you it's not Tinubu's fault but the nefarious work of his enemies. They would echo Pastor Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), who recently said that "Tinubu has done…

Northern governors and traditional rulers have reaffirmed their commitment to tackling insecurity through stronger regional collaboration and support for federal security efforts. The resolution followed their joint meeting on Wednesday at Sir Kashim Ibrahim House, Kaduna, where they reviewed the region's worsening sec…

…before now. Nothing can equal this." He faulted the Federal Government's handling of insecurity and criticised the administration for failing to show any remorse for the state of the nation. Watch a clip from the interview below View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) by Li…

…2,600 ex-combatants have graduated from the facility in Mallam Sidi, Gombe State. As insecurity continues to rise across the country, members of the Nigerian Senate called for the suspension of the programme. During plenary, Senator Oshiomole said it doesn't make any sense for criminals to be pardoned and rehabilitated…

Insecurity: Halt rehabilitations, prosecute Boko Haram members - Senate tells FG The Senate has urged the Federal Government to halt the policy of rehabilitating and reintegrating former Boko Haram members into society, and ensure that perpetrators of terrorism and banditry are, instead, arrested and made to face the f…

…of Staff, Mukhtar Lugga, Mr Lawal said his administration remained committed to ending insecurity through sustained collaboration with security agencies across the state. He said the government would continue providing logistics, equipment, ammunition and other operational support to security forces fighting criminal e…

…of lives and property,” he said. He also prayed for victims of kidnapping and insecurity, as well as members of the armed forces and other security agencies engaged in efforts to restore peace across the country. A member of the convention planning committee, Deacon Ibukun Adewole, said the activities were designed to…