…of terrorist logistics and support networks. He said troops sustained aggressive counter-terrorism operations across Borno, Adamawa, Yobe and Bauchi, targeting terrorist fighters, logistics networks, informants and hideouts, while troops simultaneously conducted rescue operations in areas affected by terrorist activiti…

…vice president could have security implications, particularly in a country confronting terrorism, insurgency, banditry and other internal security challenges.He cautioned that hostile actors could interpret a temporary absence of the two highest-ranking political leaders as evidence of institutional vulnerability, even…

…to reposition the Force to meet Nigeria’s complex security challenges, which include terrorism, banditry, armed criminality, communal violence and attacks on critical infrastructure. He said the current security environment, which he described as fluid, sophisticated and unpredictable, demanded a Mobile Force that was…

…that he had deployed AIG Victor Olaiya, in charge of Zone 7, as well as the counter-terrorism unit and the EOD, in order to fast-track the rescue operation. “I came here as soon as the President directed me. Earlier I had sent the AIG of Zone 7 to come here and coordinate the rescue operations of the worshippers. I wan…

…Lagos PDP, warned that Nigerians should expect a repetition of what he described as terrorism carried out by the APC in Osun during the governorship election. He added that not every state would have the capacity to withstand the APC as Governor Adeleke succeeded in doing in Osun State, adding that the general election…

…their removal necessary, and what safeguards his administration would deploy against terrorism, arms trafficking, smuggling, human trafficking, and other forms of transnational organised crime. “This distinction is fundamental. But of course, Atiku is unhinged now, and he would say or announce anything to attract and d…

…West African States Monitoring Group, ECOMOG, to strengthen regional security and combat terrorism. He made the pledge in an interview with the BBC Hausa Service, where he outlined some of his proposed policies and criticised aspects of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Atiku said Nigeria and other ECOWAS member…

…He described the full picture as "a very complicated security situation," encompassing terrorism spilling over from neighbouring Sahelian states, banditry in the north-west, groups such as ISWAP, ISIS, and Boko Haram, farmer-pastoralist clashes, and violence from cult groups and militias.Despite the gains cited by US o…

…symposium's discussions. Scholars expressed serious concern over the continued threat of terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and communal violence across the country.While acknowledging the efforts of the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies, JIBWIS called on the government to invest more in intelligence gathe…

…continuation. Continuation of what? “Error one — the repealed law was called extant. The terrorism charge was brought under the Terrorism Prevention Act 2011 as amended in 2013. That Act was repealed on 12 May 2022 by the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act 2022, section 98. The Customs and Excise Management Act…

…the attackThe ministry said the UAE firmly rejects all forms of violence, extremism, and terrorism targeting security and stabilityPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!The United Arab Emirates has officially condemned a terrorist attack that struck N…

…to their constitutional responsibilities of supervising the nation’s defence and counterterrorism efforts. “The primary responsibility of the Defence Ministry at this critical period is to strengthen the capacity of the military and other security agencies to protect Nigerians and defeat terrorism, banditry and other f…

…the statement added. Tinubu further vowed that the nation would not bow to any acts of terrorism, saying, “Terror will not cow Nigeria. We will defend our people, protect our communities, and uphold the sanctity of human life. “My prayers are with the people of Niger State at this difficult time. The Federal Government…

…sister security agencies, state governments and communities to confront banditry, terrorism and other forms of criminality threatening the nation. According to him, “we shall not be intimidated, relent and not allow the sacrifice of our fallen heroes to be in vain. “Behind every fallen officer is a family that has lost…

…activities, as well as regulatory submissions relating to anti-money laundering, counter-terrorism financing and counter-proliferation financing compliance. It noted that it collaborates with the Central Bank of Nigeria, National Insurance Commission, Securities and Exchange Commission and the Special Control Unit Agai…

…to interact directly with the people, particularly communities affected by insecurity, terrorism, banditry, criminality and flooding He said leaders could not fully understand the challenges confronting Nigerians without visiting affected communities and listening to their experiences. “True leadership requires presenc…

…without standing with communities across Nigeria devastated by banditry, criminality, terrorism, and flooding. You cannot truly lead people you are unwilling to visit, listen to, and understand”, he said. He expressed clear commitment that he and his running mate will take their message directly to Nigerians. “We will…

US authorities charged a woman who allegedly supported the Islamic State group with a terrorism offense Thursday after she told an FBI informant she “wanted to destroy” the New York State Capitol buildings, court filings showed. Located in Albany near the Canadian border, the New York State Capitol is the nerve center…

…Area of Benue StateThe police charged Ukerchia with culpable homicide and acts of terrorism. Magistrate, Mrs N.E. Kaka'an, did not take the plea of the defendant for want of jurisdiction and directed the police to return the case file to the office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) for legal advice.She adjou…

…of persistent insecurity across the country, including killings, kidnappings, banditry, terrorism and communal violence. The National Human Rights Commission said its Human Rights Observatory documented 651 kidnapping incidents and 492 killings between January and March 2026, with the North-Central, North-West and Nort…

…as concerns mount over the growing links between illegal mining, organised crime and terrorism across Nigeria, West Africa and the Sahel. The call was made during a strategic visit by a UNODC delegation to the Mining Marshals Corps, where the international body commended the specialised unit for its expanding role in t…

…broader security challenges, noting that drug trafficking helps fund organised crime, terrorism and violent extremism globally, and that by seizing and destroying such substances, the Agency is strengthening the country's national security architecture. He commended the support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and his a…

…the Sanctions CommitteeThe six individuals were designated in June 2025 under Nigeria's Terrorism Prevention and Prohibition Act over alleged links to ISWAP financing networksOperators who fail to comply with the SEC directive face fines, suspension or licence revocation under the Investments and Securities Act 2025PAY…

…voters’ freedom of choice. The organisation described the practice as “electoral terrorism against constitutional democracy”, arguing that politicians with greater financial resources could use money to purchase political power. Onwubiko warned that politicians who spend huge sums to secure electoral mandates could sub…

…level, where it remains. “Do not travel to Niger for any reason due to crime, unrest, terrorism, health, and kidnapping,” the travel advisory read. In October 2020, US missionary Philip Walton was kidnapped in Massalata, a village 400 kilometers (250 miles) from Niamey, near the Nigerian border. He was freed the same m…