…degree or its equivalent, meet one of two eligibility criteria, and satisfy a financial security requirement before the visa can be approved. The job opportunity visa is designed to allow skilled foreign nationals to enter the UAE and search for employment without needing a job offer or sponsor before arrival.

…(EFCC), Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and security agencies to investigate alleged vote-buying networks. HURIWA called for the investigation and prosecution of financiers, organisers and political beneficiaries of alleged vote-buying schemes, rather than focusing solely on i…

…Speaking after voting, Adereti described the voter turnout as “impressive” and commended security agencies for maintaining order across polling units. He also praised the performance of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System, BVAS, saying it worked smoothly during the accreditation process. The deputy governorship cand…

Police interrogates Osun Lawmaker over large crowd of voters at private residence Security operatives have interrogated a member of the Osun State House of Assembly, Abiola Ibrahim, after about 146 people were found gathered at a private residence in Ikire on Saturday, the day of the state's governorship election. Ibra…

…Police Force banned Amotekun Corps and other non-state groups from taking part in security operations for the Osun governorship electionThe Force announced a movement restriction across Osun State from midnight on August 14 to 6:00 p.m. on August 15, 2026Police warned political parties, candidates, and supporters to co…

…organisation, the primary election was conducted in the presence of INEC officials, security agencies, party executives and delegates from the 14 local government areas of the state. The organisation said Gusau was subsequently declared the winner by the chairman of the ADC governorship primary election committee. It q…

…chance of winning […] The post Youth empowerment remains the best weapon against insecurity —ADC candidate appeared first on Tribune Online.

…of citizens and to closing the ungoverned spaces that have become breeding grounds for insecurity," Obi said. The former Anambra State governor said governments must be reminded of their responsibility when communities are left vulnerable. "The primary purpose of government is the security and welfare of its citizens.…

…as an electoral offence that would not be tolerated. Iniedu also pledged adequate security for INEC ad hoc staff and National Youth Service Corps members throughout the electoral process. Eight killed in one week, soldiers deployed Saturday PUNCH gathered that no fewer than eight persons were killed between Monday nigh…

…as ongoing reforms in the Service and urged him to intensify efforts to address insecurity across the country. The post TUC chair Osifo commends DSS for arresting, prosecuting terrorists appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Dapo Akinrefon OSOGBO — The Imole Campaign Council, ICC, on Friday urged security agencies deployed for Saturday’s Osun State governorship election to remain neutral and professional, while calling on the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, to ensure strict compliance with President Bola Tinubu’s directive on th…

…Saturday’s Osun State governorship election is properly recorded. Tinubu also called on security agencies to protect voters, electoral officials and election materials, stressing that no Nigerian should lose his or her life over an electoral contest. The President made the call in a statement posted on his official X a…

…in connection with an alleged attempt to kidnap the wives of two Anglican Bishops of Jos.Security analyst Zagazola Makama had earlier reported that a clergyman, Air Force and Navy personnel were arrested over the alleged plot. The suspects were arrested at about 2:10 p.m. on August 7, 2026 following credible intelligen…

…them out, but unfortunately, they couldn't be rescued alive," he said. Ayuba added that security agencies had been informed about the incident. He prayed for Allah to forgive and grant eternal rest to those who lost their lives in the building. by Linda Ikeji at 14/08/2026 8:33 PM | Share this Story

A new security report found at least 73 election-related violent incidents in Osun State between October 2025 and July 2026Osogbo accounted for 41 per cent of all recorded incidents, with the KDI report classifying it and Ede South as critical electoral pressure zonesINEC described the pre-election atmosphere in Osun a…

…the electorate. “We have to inform the members of the public, and we have to call on the security agents that we have been saying this, but it appears that security agencies are helpless, because we find it very difficult to believe why it’s difficult for security agents to arrest these thugs in the government house “T…

…The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Osun State Council, has urged political parties, security agencies, election officials and other stakeholders to protect journalists covering Saturday’s governorship election. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Adeyemi Aboderin, and Secretary, Olalekan Akindoju, the council s…

…active insurgent groups. Following the abduction, the United States Embassy heightened security protocols and issued elevated travel warnings regarding kidnapping threats across the region.Reports indicate that Rideout is in federal custody and in stable condition, supported by proof-of-life documentation obtained prio…

…a Dangote truck during a night fighting patrol by troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE. A security source told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about midnight on Thursday, August 13, 2026, when troops conducting a night patrol along the Kyado""Jootar road discovered two lifeless bodies inside a Dangote truck w…

…policing measures aimed at disrupting criminal activities and ensuring the safety and security of residents across the State. “He further directs that efforts should be intensified to apprehend the fleeing suspects,” the statement added. In July, officers of the Lagos State Police Command arrested a suspected armed rob…

…while they “reconnect after this time apart”. Rideout’s release comes amid continuing insecurity across Niger and other parts of the Sahel, where jihadist groups have carried out attacks and kidnappings targeting civilians and security forces. Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso and Nigeria have faced persistent militant violenc…

…according to residents, disrupted business activities and heightened concerns over security, particularly during the night. Following the development, the senator representing Jigawa Northeast Senatorial District, Ahmed Abdulhamid Malam Madori, facilitated the repair of the damaged transformers, leading to the restorat…

…his office, when the National President of the group, Emeka Kalu, led members to a media/security-critical engagement and strategic partnership meeting for national development in Abuja. Kalu praised the appointment of Ajayi in 2024 by President Bola Tinubu, describing it as putting “a round peg in a round hole.” He ad…

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested three men for alleged impersonation, forgery and possession of fake identification cards and uniforms of the corps in Gombe State. The suspects are: Auwal Umar, 26, of Tukulma in Akko Local Government Area; Hamza Usman, 23, of Herwagana, Gombe; and Yakubu Muhamm…

…associated with the gang,” Ejire-Adeyemi noted. The development comes amid heightened security operations by security agencies in parts of Kwara State following a series of kidnappings and other violent crimes recorded in some communities. Reacting to the arrest, the Commissioner of Police in Kwara State, Ojo Adekimi,…