…of all zero-dose children now live in fragile and conflict-affected countries, where insecurity, political instability and weak health systems continue to disrupt routine immunisation.The report cited Syria, where DTP coverage fell by six percentage points and measles vaccination dropped by 12 percentage points within…

…and other critical national infrastructure as part of sustained efforts to enhance security across Plateau State. by Linda Ikeji at 14/07/2026 7:32 PM | Share this Story

…rescue operation was carried out in collaboration with the Nigerian Army, the Edo State Security Corps (ESSC), and local hunters. The security operatives on Tuesday stormed the kidnappers' hideout in Erah Forest, where they engaged the suspects in a fierce gun battle. One of the suspected kidnappers was neutralised, wh…

…government identified skilled trades, healthcare, STEM, education, defence and cybersecurity, and critical minerals as priority sectors for international recruitmentCanadian authorities encouraged foreign workers to determine their eligibility, have their qualifications recognised and apply only for jobs open to intern…

…work with stakeholders to address challenges confronting tertiary education, including insecurity and infrastructure deficits. He also pledged the support of the Committee of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities toward strengthening the association. The condition of students’ hostels has remained a recurring conce…

…Arab of Moroccan origin with suspected links to the Islamic State (ISIS) in Borno State. Security analyst Zagazola Makama, who disclosed this on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 said the development comes after troops of Operation HADIN KAI successfully repelled a coordinated terrorist attack led by foreign facilitators on Cross…

…the police said. The development follows an earlier appeal by the deceased’s family for security agencies to investigate the killing and ensure justice. Speaking with The PUNCH, the deceased’s second daughter, Abdulazeez Rofiat, said her father left home for his cocoa farm but never returned. She said local hunters lat…

…Court in Gombe has ordered the remand of a school principal and a teacher at the Medium Security Custodial Centre, over the alleged sexu@l ass@ult of a six-year-old pupil. According to the prosecution, sometime in July 2026, a class teacher identified as Eleazer Yila sexu@lly assaulted the six-year-old pupil. During th…

…family of a missing farmer, Abdulazeez Abiodun, popularly known as Kebe, has appealed to security agencies to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death after his body was allegedly found in a bush in Isin Local Government Area of Kwara State. Speaking with PUNCH Online on Tuesday, the deceased’s second daught…

…interview with Punch, said Makinde's call was unnecessary because the military and other security agencies had explained the circumstances surrounding the operation. "The governor has just expressed his opinion that the UN should probe this incident. Our doors are open. Let the UN come if he thinks there is more to it…

…officials and local law enforcement. The FBI, FIFA officials and local police held a security meeting on Monday to assess the risks surrounding the match, highlighting the long-standing rivalry between England and Argentina and concerns over possible clashes between opposing fans. According to Mail Online, a comprehens…

…Local Government Area of Oyo State, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to direct security agencies to recover his remains for a befitting burial. The family made the appeal in an open letter addressed to President Tinubu. Oyedokun was among the 44 persons abducted by suspected terrorists during a coordinated attack…

…name; Last name/surname; Mobile number; Email address; Password; and Completing the security verification. Step 3: Verify your NIN Applicants will be required to verify their National Identification Number (NIN) before proceeding with registration. Step 4: Complete your biodata Fill in the required personal information…

GistReel Security will be increased for Wednesday’s World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina in Atlanta, with local authorities announcing extra measures ahead of one of football’s biggest international rivalries. The two nations will meet at Atlanta Stadium for a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, with…

Abducted Oyo headmaster regains freedom after security pressure on kidnappers The abducted headmaster of Nomadic Basic School, Igbojaye, in Itesiwaju Local Government Area of Oyo State, Matthew Owoade, has regained his freedom. LIB reported that Owoade, also a farmer, was abducted along the Igbojaye""Budo Aare bush on…

…of the public to continue supporting the police with credible information to enhance security across the state.

…said The governor noted that under Nigeria's Constitution, responsibility for national security rests with the Federal Government and the security agencies under its command. "The Nigerian people therefore deserve a full, transparent and credible account of what happened, who was responsible, whether there were institu…

…suspected herders in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. Military sources told security analyst Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 7:00 p.m. on July 11, 2026 at Jwakp Maitumbi Village. The victim, identified as Mr. Timothy Titus, was reportedly attacked by suspected herders and sustained mach…

…denials, still associate with the religious sect that helped to nurture the cancerous insecurity which has gradually but relentlessly brought this country to its knees. Before this intervention is casually dismissed as a partisan defence of Peter Obi, let me make one thing abundantly clear: I am not a member of the Nig…

…Bayo Onanuga, said the governor’s request suggested a lack of confidence in Nigeria’s security institutions, insisting that the military and other security agencies had already provided explanations on the rescue operation. Onanuga, in an exclusive interview with The PUNCH, said the Presidency had no objection to an in…

…remains firmly on presenting Nigerians with a credible alternative that can restore security, tackle the rising cost of living, revive the economy, create jobs, and return the country to the path of progress in 2027,” Abdullahi said. The party urged its members, supporters, the media and the general public to ignore wh…

…he described as a tactic allegedly used by criminals to conceal their identity and evade security checks. He said the command had intercepted the vehicles across various local government areas of the state since the commencement of the operation and that all drivers had been charged to court. “This is not a mere traffi…

…all cargo shipped, for any and all costs necessary to do the job of providing safety and security to this very volatile section of the World,” he said. The US president said implementation of the policy would begin immediately but did not explain how the proposed levy would be collected or enforced. Earlier, during an…

…were handed over to the appropriate authorities and reunited with their families. Security sources said troops have intensified efforts to track down and neutralise the fleeing terrorists as part of ongoing operations to dismantle kidnapping networks operating across the Plateau-Taraba border corridor. by Linda Ikeji a…

…Prohibition) Act 2022 and failed to disclose such information to any law enforcement or security officer as soon as reasonably practicable. You thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 16(1)(b)of the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act 2022. Count three: that you Muhammad Sani, Male, of Nabi Village Shir…