…at Maciyan-Kyada village in Babanna ward, Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State. A security source told Daily Trust that two other soldiers sustained severe injuries during the explosion. The source said troops left Babanna town around 10am on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 on a routine patrol in the area, when one of the…

…According to charging documents, officials analysed data from the apartment's front-door security and smart-lock system. The records confirmed that Narne had briefly left the residence but showed that no other person entered the apartment during the period he was away. Officials then effectively ruled out the possibili…

…police outpost. Despite its fragile appearance, the outpost reportedly provides security services to about 4,000 residents of Garungudinya and nine neighbouring villages. Officers stationed there are said to respond to complaints, conduct patrols and temporarily hold arrested suspects before transferring them to the Ba…

…of the Federal Government's efforts to boost the Army's manpower to address prevailing security challenges across the country. The statement was titled, "COAS passes out another 3,000 recruits, sustains massive recruitment drive to strengthen national defence." Anele said the graduation followed recent recruit passing-…

…drug use and trafficking had grown into major global threats to public health, national security, social cohesion and economic development, and that Nigeria was not immune to these pressures. "We continue to witness with great concern the devastating toll of substance use disorders on our people, which includes rising…

Northern governors and traditional rulers have reaffirmed their commitment to tackling insecurity through stronger regional collaboration and support for federal security efforts. The resolution followed their joint meeting on Wednesday at Sir Kashim Ibrahim House, Kaduna, where they reviewed the region's worsening sec…

…money he delivered for the release of his kidnapped friend and business associate. Security analyst, Bakatsine, confirmed the sad development on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. It was gathered that Bala was k!lled on Tuesday, 7 July 2026. According to reports, Alhaji Bala's friend was abducted two weeks ago when bandits invad…

…up engagement with the affected businesses and agencies, while collaborating with security agencies to enforce stricter monitoring measures, including the implementation of staff rosters and attendance registers. She urged passengers to desist from patronising touts, saying many of the illicit activities at airports we…

…and timely information that will aid ongoing efforts to enhance public safety and security." by Linda Ikeji at 08/07/2026 12:33 PM | Share this Story

…troops of Sector 2, acting on credible intelligence, swiftly mobilised alongside local security volunteers to prevent an imminent terrorist attack on communities in the area. The troops engaged the terrorists in a fierce firefight, forcing the attackers to retreat with several casualties. In a related operation around…

…before now. Nothing can equal this." He faulted the Federal Government's handling of insecurity and criticised the administration for failing to show any remorse for the state of the nation. Watch a clip from the interview below View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) by Li…

…2,600 ex-combatants have graduated from the facility in Mallam Sidi, Gombe State. As insecurity continues to rise across the country, members of the Nigerian Senate called for the suspension of the programme. During plenary, Senator Oshiomole said it doesn't make any sense for criminals to be pardoned and rehabilitated…

…the party’s commitment to good governance, accountability, economic development, security and equal opportunities for residents of the state. The ADC chairman called on party members, supporters and Rivers residents to support the ticket ahead of the 2027 governorship election. He also expressed confidence that the par…

Insecurity: Halt rehabilitations, prosecute Boko Haram members - Senate tells FG The Senate has urged the Federal Government to halt the policy of rehabilitating and reintegrating former Boko Haram members into society, and ensure that perpetrators of terrorism and banditry are, instead, arrested and made to face the f…

…see benefits only if it showed “good behaviour”. – Hormuz attacks – British maritime security agency UKMTO said Tuesday an “unknown projectile” hit a tanker near Hormuz, causing a fire, before two more vessels were struck, at least one by a drone. CENTCOM identified the ships as the Marshall Islands-flagged Al Rekayyat…

…he said. Achimugu attributed Nigeria’s performance in international aviation safety and security audits, as well as improvements in passenger rights protection, to the NCAA’s regulatory efforts. He urged stakeholders to carefully consider the implications of reducing the Authority’s funding, maintaining that aviation r…

…occasional confiscations should become the norm as a true measure of enforcement. Border security also requires renewed attention. The nation’s porous frontiers facilitate not only illicit alcohol but also fuel smuggling, counterfeit medicines, illegal tobacco, and numerous other forms of organised crime. Investments i…

…the private wing of the National Hospital, FCT, officers of the commission's medical and security team conducted themselves professionally and respected the defendant's privacy," the statement said. The commission added that, at the request of El-Rufai's family members, its officers remained outside the consultation ro…

…recognition across Africa that local refining has become increasingly critical to energy security, foreign exchange conservation, and industrial development. For decades, despite producing millions of barrels of crude oil daily, Africa has remained heavily dependent on imported refined petroleum products because of ina…

…died in captivity, the remaining three regained their freedom following a coordinated security offensive against suspected kidnappers operating in forests along the Kwara-Kogi border. In a statement issued on Tuesday, President of the Omugo Development Union, Oladimeji Thompson, described the return of the three women…

…for the national digital infrastructure and introduces stronger data protection, cybersecurity and digital credentials. Receiving the agency, Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, described the new law as a major step towards improving national planning and development. He also praised NIMC…

…enforce the ban and prosecute offenders in line with extant laws. The I-G cited the security risks posed by such vehicles, their frequent use in criminal activities, and their violation of existing regulations as reasons for the directive. The post Police impound 195 vehicles for registration, number plates violation a…

…of Staff, Mukhtar Lugga, Mr Lawal said his administration remained committed to ending insecurity through sustained collaboration with security agencies across the state. He said the government would continue providing logistics, equipment, ammunition and other operational support to security forces fighting criminal e…

The bandits that abducted school children and their teachers from three communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State are under intense pressure to release their victims following efforts of security agencies said to have identified the associates of the abductors.

…aimed at eliminating unregulated activities, improving passenger safety and closing security loopholes across the nation's airports. The initiative, known as the Airport Car Hire Rank Management System, is being implemented by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria as part of efforts to modernise ground transportati…