…but appealed for further support to enable the command effectively confront its security challenges. Faniyan also warned residents against jungle justice, describing it as a criminal act that could amount to culpable homicide where it resulted in the death of a suspect. "I wish to state unequivocally that jungle justic…
…final phase of his captivity remain undisclosed.The region continues to face persistent security challenges and violent attacks driven by armed groups linked to al-Qaeda and the Islamic State, particularly along the tri-border zone connecting Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso. by Linda Ikeji at 14/08/2026 1:06 PM | Share t…
…expected in Makurdi, is intended to strengthen military operations against long-standing security challenges, including communal clashes and armed groups affecting Benue and neighbouring Nasarawa and Kogi states. An Army implementation committee is currently assessing locations for new formations in the state. Benue St…
…World League. The President said the government was committed to addressing Nigeria’s security challenges and promoting peace globally through collaboration with other nations. He said, “Not only that, the government is determined to make sure that we remain united as a country, despite our differences, any differences…
…ancestral homes. That commitment reflects one of the most pressing humanitarian and security challenges confronting Plateau State today. Communities emptied by violence Although Plateau has experienced cycles of violence over the years, the attacks recorded in recent times have deepened the humanitarian crisis. Among t…
…produce a professional, combat-ready and resilient force capable of addressing evolving security challenges. Shaibu said, “The programme is designed to instil the warrior ethos, sharpen combat skills and prepare our soldiers to confront emerging security threats.” He noted that the graduation coincided with the Army’s…
…chambers to address what they described as mounting constitutional, fiscal, economic and security challenges threatening Nigeria’s democratic stability.Contents…urge Akpabio, Abbas to reconvene National Assembly immediately The lawmakers, in a statement titled “Nigeria’s Democracy is Nosediving,” said the National Asse…
…rather than focusing solely on military responses to insecurity. Kukah said many of the security challenges facing Nigeria today stem from years of neglect of education, stressing that ignorance has become a major driver of violence and instability. Thus, he also called on parents, religious leaders and community membe…
…going to be a solution,” 2Baba said. The music star stressed that resolving the security challenges would require the collective efforts of government, communities and other stakeholders. “It’s not going to be one person, we all need to come together and fight it. I came to sympathise with you all. It’s painful,” he ad…
…and professional military capable of responding effectively to Nigeria’s evolving security challenges. Benson said the expansion of the Nigerian Army would enhance command and control, decentralise operational responsibilities, improve rapid troop deployment, strengthen border security and boost intelligence-led operat…
…Party, Adewole Adebayo, has blamed corruption for Nigeria’s lingering economic and security challenges, saying the country will struggle to overcome insecurity and poverty without transparency, accountability and integrity in public service. Adebayo stated this on Wednesday at the Arewa Awareness Summit on Unity Agains…
…however, stressed that improved remuneration alone would not resolve the country’s security challenges, urging the Federal Government to complement the salary review with modern operational equipment, continuous training and retraining, comprehensive insurance, quality healthcare and decent housing for military personn…
…(UNSCR) 1325 on Women, Peace and Security, while addressing Imo State’s unique peace and security challenges”. “The Action Plan is built on five strategic pillars which included participation, protection, prevention, relief and recovery”. She called on Ministries, Departments and Agencies, security institutions, tradit…
…by his media aide, Leah Katung-Babatunde, the minister said West Africa’s complex security challenges required an inclusive and coordinated regional response. He urged the leadership of ECOWAS and the Alliance of Sahel States to find common ground to curb the spread of insurgency across land borders and improve maritim…
…shortage of medical personnel, brain drain, inadequate health infrastructure and security challenges demand purposeful, courageous and inclusive leadership. We will engage constructively with government and all relevant stakeholders to address these issues. “Our administration will prioritise members’ welfare, encourag…
…individual and institution that contributed to ending one of Nigeria’s most difficult security challenges. The peace in the Niger Delta was achieved through the contributions and sacrifices of community leaders, traditional rulers, the clergy, Civil Society Organizations, security agencies, government representatives a…
…They presented, as was their right, a catalogue of the country's economic, social, and security challenges as they saw them. Except for their grudging acknowledgement of the benefits of NELFUND, they were dismissive of the other great things done by the administration. The bishops were notably acerbic in their submissi…
…the recruits were selected from communities affected by kidnapping, banditry and related security challenges. They have extensive knowledge of forests, footpaths, rivers, remote settlements and routes connecting communities and states. “The government expects their knowledge of the terrain to improve surveillance and i…
…While acknowledging that the Tinubu administration inherited significant economic and security challenges, Atiku maintained that the President was elected to address those problems rather than continue attributing them to previous administrations. “The Constitution did not swear President Tinubu into office to explain…
…and control, enhance troop deployment and boost the military's response to evolving security challenges, FG had stated.. While the newly created divisions are still being integrated into the Army's structure, the existing divisions continue to serve as the backbone of military operations across the country's six geopol…
…to the presence of bandit enclaves in neighbouring Zamfara and Niger states. “The security challenges we are facing are largely due to the existence of bandits’ camps in neighbouring Zamfara and Niger states, from where these criminals launch attacks,” he said. He appealed to residents to remain calm and continue suppo…
…to strengthening security and regional stability.” He said that addressing the security challenges confronting the South-East and Nigeria at large requires a collective effort, sustained collaboration, and a shared commitment among governments, security agencies, communities, and other stakeholders. Hon. Kalu, who is C…
…political grandstanding and focus instead on addressing Nigeria’s worsening economic and security challenges. Reacting to Tinubu’s Tuesday declaration that he was prepared to “wrestle his opponents to the finish,” Atiku said the President’s remarks betrayed the desperation of a leader struggling under the weight of his…
…importance of strong collaboration among security agencies in addressing the lingering security challenges facing the country. He described the study presented by the college as timely and highly relevant to Nigeria’s evolving security landscape, commending the officers for its depth, scholarly quality and practical va…
…a soft target for criminal elements,” Makinde said. The governor, who noted that recent security challenges across Nigeria have made it imperative for stakeholders to rethink and restrategise how to safeguard children and their learning spaces, expressed readiness to provide logistics and policy support needed to imple…