…Ukraine retained sixth place as it continues to bolster its armed forces amid ongoing security challenges. 5. Spain Power Index (PwrIndx): 0.3247 2026 ranking movement: Down Spain slipped in the latest rankings but remains one of Europe’s leading military powers. 4. Germany Power Index (PwrIndx): 0.2463 2026 ranking mo…

…of Defence Staff, Gen Lucky Irabor (retd.), on Tuesday blamed Nigeria’s worsening security challenges on inadequate funding, poor equipment and gaps in investment in the nation’s security architecture. They made the assertion while speaking at the First Daily National Dialogue on Security held in Abuja. Describing the…

…policing would improve intelligence gathering and strengthen responses to local security challenges, critics have warned against the potential abuse of state police by governors. The Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum, however, maintained that meaningful state policing can only succeed if it is backed by genuine co…

…part of measures aimed at enhancing the capacity of security agencies to tackle emerging security challenges across the state. The arrival of the aircraft comes months after Governor Seyi Makinde announced plans by his administration to acquire modern aerial surveillance platforms to bolster ongoing efforts aimed at ta…

…said increased troop strength alone would not be enough to tackle the country’s growing security challenges. “The security environment in Nigeria has changed significantly. We are no longer dealing with conventional threats alone. “Terrorism, banditry, communal violence, kidnapping and transnational criminal activities…

…to him, Nigeria required more military personnel because of its growing population, security challenges, and regional responsibilities but insisted the Armed Forces must first strengthen existing formations before creating new ones. He urged the Federal Government to first assess personnel and equipment gaps, citing Se…

…close air support, air interdiction and other combat missions in response to Nigeria's security challenges."The successful FAT also underscores the Federal Government's unwavering commitment, under the leadership of President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Bola Tinubu, to strengthening the operat…

…knowledge of the local terrain, community relationships, and understanding of the security challenges confronting our people are invaluable assets that should not be discarded." The Governor's Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan, added that Amotekun's current structure offered a ready implementation template.Kadun…

…on highways, kidnappings of travellers, violent conflicts in host communities, and other security challenges have fuelled growing concerns among prospective corps members and their families. As a result, many graduates now admit that their greatest concern is no longer where they will gain experience or contribute to n…

…leadership is important to avoid misinformation while efforts continue to address the security challenges affecting businesses in the area. The post Bomadi community assures Igbo traders of security amid burglary concerns appeared first on Vanguard News.

…to the safety and well-being of the people, working tirelessly every day to address security challenges across the state. “The governor is not standing on the sidelines. He is actively leading the state’s efforts against insecurity, working closely with the relevant security agencies and other critical stakeholders to…

…unwavering commitment to equipping the Armed Forces to address Nigeria’s evolving security challenges and to strengthen national defence capabilities.” But in a statement made available to Vanguard, in Abuja on Saturday, Ndume said more needed to be done beyond creating new divisions. He called on the Federal Governmen…

…first source of hope.” The party called on Governor AbdulRazaq to take ownership of the security challenges confronting the state. Kwara PDP knocks govt as communities protest five months captivity of abducted victims

…enhance the operational capabilities of the EOD-CBRN Command in addressing modern security challenges. Nigeria police boosts capacity to counter weapons of mass destruction

…unwavering commitment to equipping the Armed Forces to address Nigeria's evolving security challenges effectively and to strengthen national defence capabilities further. Onanuga mentioned that under the new structure, the Nigerian Army will operate twelve divisions, strategically positioned across the country as follo…

…Programme and stressed the need for increased international support to address evolving security challenges. Odumegwu-Ojukwu described the proposed presidential visit to Brussels as an opportunity to deepen economic cooperation and attract greater investment, noting that the European Union remains one of Nigeria’s fore…

…of other security agencies assured stakeholders of continued commitment to addressing security challenges across the State through proactive policing and strategic partnerships. A committee comprising representatives of various communities in the three LGAs was constituted to promptly address security concerns relating…

…Special Assistant to the Honourable Minister. “Discussions focused on tackling critical security challenges impacting the power sector, specifically the rampant vandalisation of national power infrastructure and widespread energy theft. Tegbe solicited the continued support and tactical collaboration of the Nigeria Pol…

…approval was another demonstration of the Federal Government’s commitment to addressing security challenges in the state. The governor expressed appreciation to Tinubu for approving the new military formation, saying it would strengthen ongoing counterterrorism and anti-kidnapping operations across the state. “On behal…

…These expenses are eventually passed on to consumers.In some northern states, security challenges and poor road infrastructure also contribute to higher transportation costs.Where Nigerians can buy cheaper cooking gasExperts advise consumers to avoid roadside resellers who often add high markups and may under-dispense…

…Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has urged the Nigerian Army to treat the security challenges confronting Plateau and other parts of the country as combat operations against enemies of the state rather than conventional peacekeeping missions. The governor made the call on Thursday during a farewell ceremony in h…

…NDC in the 2027 general elections,” he said. Odoh lamented the country’s economic and security challenges, saying many young Nigerians no longer see a future in the country. “Nigeria has enormous potential, but many young people no longer see a future here. Today, many workers can barely survive on their salaries. Just…

…Nigerian Correctional Service. “No single agency can effectively tackle today’s complex security challenges. Our collaboration significantly improved operational effectiveness and contributed to the successes recorded,” he said. The outgoing GOC said the Division also deepened non-kinetic operations through sustained e…

…Major General Williams Dangana, at the Government House, Jos. The governor said the security challenges confronting Plateau, the North-East, North-West and North-Central required a more decisive military response. He said, “My perspective on the security challenges in Nigeria is that our armed forces must see their dut…

…that Nigeria's centralised policing system was no longer sufficient to address emerging security challenges such as banditry, kidnapping, farmer-herder clashes and attacks on schools."A country as large and as varied as ours cannot be policed forever by one central Force run from the capital," he said, stressing the ne…