…waterway, describing it as a measure to cover the costs of providing safety and security in what he called a "volatile" region. The announcement comes after Iran has sought to charge tolls for commercial vessels passing the key waterway - which was previously toll-free before the US and Israel unleashed their war on Ir…

…hardware procurements, which attracted duty exemptions because of Nigeria’s prevailing security challenges. “Other government-backed waivers included importation of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), electric and hybrid vehicles, healthcare equipment and medical supplies, industrial machinery and manufacturing inputs, and f…

…after the repair because they live together,” he said. While appealing to government and security agencies for intervention for the rescue of the victims, he said the incident has been reported to the Police. At the time of the report the Public Relations Officer of the Edo State Police Command, ASP Eno Ikoedem, was ye…

…smuggling remains a serious threat to Nigeria’s economic stability and national security, adding that it deprives the government of critical revenue, distorts the domestic supply chain, encourages artificial scarcity, fuels criminal enterprises, and undermines the gains of ongoing reforms in the petroleum sector. He re…

…were repeatedly forced to embark on dangerous nighttime treks through forests to evade security operatives. Alamu spoke on Monday after she and the rescued teachers and pupils were formally handed over to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde at the Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Ibadan. The victims were abducted by gunmen…

…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…

…Olayinka Balogun, commended the Federal and State Governments, as well as the combined security forces, for their roles in securing the victims’ release. Balogun said the abduction, which occurred on Friday, May 15, 2026, left an indelible mark on Oyo State, while the successful rescue of the victims on Friday, July 10…

…collaboration between the Police Mobile Force Squadron 31 and the local government on security. Among those present at the meeting were the Vice Chairman of the council, Patricia Ekwutozam Adolue; the Council Secretary, Prince Tony Ebube; the Supervisory Councillor for Health, Austin Unorchie; and other government func…

…push for state police as a "masterstroke" aimed at tackling Nigeria's long-standing security challenges.He explained that the executive bill followed extensive consultations involving the presidency, the National Assembly, the Inspector-General of Police, retired police officers, security experts, governors, civil soci…

…to confirm that you are who you claim to be. We’re using biometric validation to tighten security around identity confirmation,” she said. The remarks come weeks after President Tinubu signed the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act 2026 into law on June 26, repealing the 2007 legislation. The new law rei…

…all believed he would rise through the ranks and contribute to improving the country’s security. Sadly, that dream has been cut short. “We have lost a beloved family member, and Nigeria has also lost a promising officer who still had so much to offer,” he said. Eweh urged the military authorities and the Oyo State Gove…

…PUNCH Online had reported that Oyedokun's family appealed to the Federal Government and security agencies to recover his body to enable them give him a befitting burial. In a statement shared on Instagram on Saturday by his niece and family spokesperson, Oluwabukolami, the family said although they were grateful for th…

…school, digital literacy for all, robotics & automation, AI tools, data science and cybersecurity. Community colleges - Associate degrees, technical certifications, entrepreneurship programmes, adult education, continuing education and digital skills training." On technical education, Sowore stated, "Technical & vocati…

…President Kashim Shettima, particularly in the areas of economic management and national security. Citing a recent report by the International Monetary Fund, IMF, which warned that rising prices of essential goods could worsen poverty and food insecurity in Nigeria despite improved macroeconomic stability, Osita argued…

…for his release. Speaking on the incident, the victim's son, Mr. Owoade Abiola, said security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force, the Amotekun Corps, and local vigilante groups, were immediately alerted. A joint search operation was launched and continued throughout the night, but the victim was not found. Ho…

…statement said £59 million would go to Britain’s anti-terrorist police to tighten security and response to state threats. After April’s Golders Green attack, Starmer pledged extra funding, at the same time accusing Iran of wanting “to harm British Jews”. In May, London’s Metropolitan Police announced the creation of a…

…to attach a geopolitical premium to oil prices because of lingering uncertainty over the security of shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly one-fifth of global oil supplies move. “Prices have backed off the mid-week highs, but there is still a substantial risk premium as Hormuz transits are…

…said. Although he expressed optimism that the process would be completed as scheduled, security sources and some government officials said the situation remained fluid. They explained that while preparations for the formal transfer had been concluded, operational considerations could still alter the timetable at the la…

…Yawota and Alawusa communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, with security sources disclosing that the arrest of family members of the kidnappers proved to be a decisive turning point. Read Also: Troops kill ISWAP cameraman, identify Palestinian terrorist trainer, Moroccan doctor in Borno 39 schoolchild…

…agreements on licenses to manufacture Patriot systems, as well as the general bilateral security cooperation. Others are the European antiballistic project, which aims to strengthen the continent’s deterrence and defense; Actualization of Ukraine’s EU membership, and fostering deeper ties with Western allies. Ukraine a…

…the proposed Mother and Child Specialist Hospital must be located in the city centre for security and accessibility. “The government had no option but to commit substantial resources to compensate owners for the only available space within the state capital,” he said. The commissioner explained that the compensation wa…

…in reforms targeting economic recovery, stronger institutions and improved national security despite inherited challenges. Oluwafemi also congratulated security agencies for rescuing the abducted Oyo schoolchildren, describing the operation as a significant achievement for national security. “The rescue of innocent chi…

…explained that his interest in state police was rooted in addressing the country’s security challenges. “Well, I want to correct one impression. President Tinubu is not making this law because of the 2027 election. President Tinubu is anxious about this law because, from what he explained to us and to me, he’s concerne…

…as ransom. The development was disclosed in a post accompanied by a video shared on X by security analyst Bakatsine on Sunday. “Nigeria Police Force in Zamfara have rescued two kidnap victims after intercepting a man who was allegedly taking 10 jerrycans of petrol to bandits as ransom for the release of his father and…

…by the Mayor of Anambra East Local Government Area, Hon. Ifeanyi Chinweze, and security personnel, reportedly recovered surgical instruments and other medical equipment believed to have been used in the alleged unauthorised procedures. Hospital beds where patients were reportedly treated were also found within the prem…