…areas of Ogbomoso, where they were allegedly finalising plans to launch coordinated attacks capable of causing widespread unrest within the student community. The operatives reportedly stormed the identified locations, disrupted the alleged plot before it could be executed and arrested the 11 suspects without incident.…

…but silence from Home Affairs. I was fortunate not to live in areas where xenophobic attacks occurred, but I heard about such experiences." Meanwhile, Obi, a returnee from Anambra State, said: "I will urge Nigerians not to have anything to do with South Africa because they don't like us. Once you mention that you are N…

…the move could create a security vacuum for terrorist groups to regroup and launch fresh attacks. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by its National Coordinator, Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko, the rights group said the development should not be interpreted as a sign that the war against insurgency has been won. Ins…

At least 10 people were killed in Ukrainian attacks on Russia and Moscow-occupied territory, local officials said Friday, as Ukraine reported five killed in Russian attacks. The exchange of deadly strikes comes a day after Russia unleashed an overnight pummelling - one of the worst of the conflict - on Ukraine's capita…

…to flee, and destroying parts of the facility.He condemned the violence, stressing that attacks on health facilities endanger patients and frontline workers while undermining efforts to control disease transmission and save lives."To strengthen coordination, WHO and the United Nations have appointed Julien Harneis as S…

…to the present government, many Benue communities have continued to suffer relentless attacks with little evidence of a coordinated state response." Aondoakaa referenced the recent remarks of the Commander of Joint Task Force Operation Whirl Stroke, Major General Moses Gara, who lamented that while some states provided…

…Mastercard also noted that the country accounts for 29% of the continent’s ransomware attacks and 40% of phishing incidents. Who wins here? Banks, fintechs, and governments that need stronger cyber defences but cannot build world-class security teams on their own. Access to global threat intelligence is far cheaper tha…

…and when it started the co-hosts flew out of the blocks, mounting wave after wave of attacks. In a supercharged atmosphere, Julian Quinones gave Mexico a deserved lead midway through the first half with a thunderous strike and then turned provider for Raul Jimenez. Ecuador desperately needed to wrest back the momentum…

PREMIUM TIMES examined and compared attacks reported in the media in 2024 before Simon Ekpa's arrest and in 2025 after his arrest and subsequent imprisonment to assess the security impacts.

…Residents also allege that the poor state of the road has made the area vulnerable to attacks by suspected herdsmen and other criminal elements who exploit the difficult terrain. Neglect of education sector presents another serious, painful realitySeveral public schools within the community are reportedly in a state of…

…Plateau has remained one of Nigeria's major insecurity flashpoints, with recurring attacks and reprisal killings in several communities, particularly in Bokkos, Barkin Ladi, Mangu, Riyom and Bassa local government areas. The violence has left hundreds dead and displaced thousands of residents in recent years.

…returning from South Africa amid rising anti-immigration tensions and xenophobic attacks. The minister praised the returnees for maintaining good conduct despite the circumstances that forced them to leave South Africa. Dr Abimbola Fasanu, Senior Technical Adviser on Information Systems and Data Analysis to the ministe…

Drawing on a six-year study covering attacks between 2020 and 2025, Mr Vierhout, who spoke in Jos during a peace summit on Monday, said the dominant focus on jihadist groups such as Boko Haram obscures a far deadlier reality on the ground.

…efforts continue to ensure the safety of citizens following fears of possible xenophobic attacks. Speaking with Vanguard on Monday, the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, said an Air Peace aircraft departed Nigeria on Monday and would return with another batch of evacuated Nigerians on T…

…about political pluralism and constitutional democracy. "The cumulative effect of these attacks is unmistakable: they weaken the opposition, narrow the democratic space, and strengthen the hands of those already in power. This is not how a healthy democracy functions," the statement read. The opposition party further a…

…war, after Washington launched strikes on Iranian territory and Tehran responded with attacks on US targets in the Gulf. The trading of fire, which came after Washington accused Tehran of attacking a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz earlier in the week, raised questions about efforts to keep the crucial waterway open…

…aerial targets over the region and warned residents of the risk of further missile attacks. The Ukrainian military also reported striking the Dubna satellite communications centre in the Moscow region, adding that heavy smoke was observed at the site. It said an assessment of the damage was ongoing. Moscow Mayor Sergei…

…forces secured the scene and increased patrols along the route to prevent further attacks and reassure residents. According to military authorities: “Efforts are ongoing to track down the perpetrators and prevent terrorist activities along major transportation routes in the state.” Troops respond to terrorist attack, s…

…to the office of the Governor, warning against what it described as unnecessary personal attacks on elected leaders. "Whether anyone, including Jime, has a bone to chew with the governor or dislikes him for personal reasons, there is every need to at least respect the exalted office he is occupying," it added. The stat…

…have continued to monitor the area and are taking necessary measures to prevent further attacks and ensure the safety of residents and road users.” Armed groups have continued to target communities and major transportation corridors despite ongoing security operations. The latest incident highlights the persistent secu…

…information to aid ongoing investigations. The statement warned against reprisal attacks, stressing that justice would be pursued through lawful and constitutional means. It reaffirmed the government's commitment to protecting lives and property and ensuring sustained peace and security across Plateau State.

…Gambo, said the children could be victims who were forcefully taken during recent attacks. Indeed, a 2024 UNICEF report indicated that over 8,000 children had been recruited by Boko Haram and thousands more affected by terror-related violence and exploitation in northern Nigeria. Thus, whether one focuses on the curren…

…accused France, claiming that Paris uses Benin's territory to coordinate militant attacks on Niger. In their view, the French expected that such aggression would provoke a further cooling of diplomatic relations between Niger and Benin. Nevertheless, recent political changes in Benin and the strengthening of regional i…

Masked speaker claimed responsibility for recent attacks in parts of Sokoto and Zamfara states.

…of Iran closing the strategic Strait of Hormuz again in response to recent Israeli attacks on Lebanon. “It is not possible to enter the negotiation phase for a final agreement” unless there is an end to the war in Lebanon, Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei wrote on X. Washington and Tehran’s memorandum…