…governor said. AbdulRazaq further acknowledged the contributions of the Office of the National Security Adviser and other security agencies for their sustained efforts in combating violent crimes across Kwara. “Of particular note are the other discreet, multi-agency efforts of government to stamp out kidnappings, free…

…the Nigeria Police Force, the Ministry of Defence, the military, the Office of the National Security Adviser and the Department of State Services had helped restore public confidence in the government’s ability to guarantee security. “Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, Inspector-General of Police, Kayode…

…The operational achievements of the DSS are well known. Preventing terrorism.Protecting national security. Disrupting criminal networks.Safeguarding constitutional order. Those are enormous responsibilities. But perhaps leadership is measured by something even deeper. Not simply by the threats an institution neutralise…

…identity have become indispensable tools for planning, regulation, investment and national security. “NIMC occupies a critical position in translating policy into reality. It is pivotal to the development of any nation because governance today is driven by data, technology and credible identity systems,” Alake said. Th…

…ahead of the 2027 general elections, with potential consequences for peace and national security.From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram.The organisation stated in its notice:"Our objective is to advocate for the preservation of democracy, the rule of law, political tolerance and the protectio…

…constructive engagement with the media remained vital to strategic communication and national security. The outgoing commander also thanked the governments and people of Plateau and other states within the Joint Operations Area, traditional institutions, religious leaders, civil society organisations and other stakehol…

…as vice-chairs, alongside the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit and the Office of the National Security Adviser as members. The council will provide policy direction, promote synergy among the participating agencies and work with the Attorney-General of the Federation to develop a harmonised legal and institutional…

…World Artificial Intelligence Conference. “We should jointly oppose overstretching the national security concept in the field of AI or placing one country’s security over that of others,” Xi added. The United States and European Union restrict tech exports to China over national security concerns, while tussles between…

…or banners containing references to the Falkland Islands into the stadium.Argentina's National Security Minister Alejandra Monteoliva said before kick-off: "Argentine or English flags are permitted, but nothing that contains any message that could provoke any kind of incident. It will not be possible to enter with bott…

…saying the measures “introduce unprecedented risks to user privacy, device security, and national security”. But Google’s head of global affairs Kent Walker said the EU moves risked “undermining vital privacy and security guardrails for millions of Europeans”. He said AI assistants already could access Android and by s…

…police as private security outfits.Abbas spoke on the issue on Wednesday, July 15 at the National Security Roundtable held as part of activities marking the 2026 National Assembly Open Week.The Speaker acknowledged concerns that state police could be abused by governors or political leaders but said the proposed legisl…

…the EFCC, SCUML, the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU), the Office of the National Security Adviser, the Corporate Affairs Commission and civil society organisations enabled the country to conduct a comprehensive terrorist financing risk assessment of the non-profit sector. He said the exercise had helped reg…

…Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani; and the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. The statement said discussions covered security cooperation, protection of Christian communities, justice sector reform, digital transformation, commercial diplomacy and regional stability. During m…

…among the EFCC, SCUML, the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit, the Office of the National Security Adviser, the Corporate Affairs Commission and civil society organisations enabled Nigeria to conduct a comprehensive National Terrorist Financing Risk Assessment of the non-profit sector. According to him, the assessmen…

…representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has commended President Bola Tinubu, the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and Nigeria’s security agencies for the successful rescue of pupils and teachers abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. In a statement personally signed on Wednesday, th…

…ensure that the creation of a dual policing structure to address our nation’s evolving national security challenges can be achieved quickly and effectively to the benefit of all Nigerians,” Tinubu wrote. He added, “The proposed legislation is a critical component of our administration’s strategy to reorganise Nigeria’s…

…or religious affiliations, to support every genuine initiative capable of improving national security, safeguarding schools and protecting children from future attacks. It also commiserated with the families of the security officers and the teacher who lost their lives during the tragic incident.

…he 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 inst…

…Makinde also reminded the Federal Government of its constitutional responsibility for national security. “Under the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the primary responsibility for national security rests with the Federal Government and the security agencies under its command,” he said. According to him,…

…Aliyu, petroleum 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 petrol…

…worst-hit areas," he said.Barau said the Nigeria Police Force would continue to handle national security issues such as terrorism and cybercrime, while state police would focus on internal security and public order. He also stated that state police commandants would be appointed through a rigorous process and protected…

…to Vice 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, Osit…

…terrorists, kidnappers and other criminal elements. He congratulated Tinubu, the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Christopher Musa, the service chiefs, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services and other security agencies for what he described as an outstan…

…confidence 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 i…

…of Kaiama, Woro and Yashikira Emirate, Comrade M.Z. Shero urged the President, the National Security Adviser, the Kwara State Government, the Nigeria Governors' Forum and security agencies to immediately launch a coordinated rescue mission. "Our hearts are heavy as we await news of 176 innocent citizens currently in ca…