…Saturday, striking multiple towns and a prison, according to the army, residents and security sources. The fighting, which started around 5:00 am (0500 GMT), came more than two months after the same groups staged attacks against the ruling junta in which the country's defence minister was killed. The attacks were repor…

…the North. The ex-Anambra governor attributed the crisis to two structural failures, insecurity and the inability of farmers to access their farmlands, saying banditry and insurgent attacks had turned agrarian communities into displacement camps. "This food crisis stems from two critical structural failures: insecurity…

…isn't painful or difficult for us," Somayye Hamedi told AFP as she waited. Significant security measures have been imposed, with roads blocked and airspace expected to be closed for what is set to be the largest-scale public event in Iran since the burial of Khamenei's predecessor, Ruhollah Khomeini, in 1989. - 'Final…

…time, events unfolded differently. Before the children could allegedly be handed over, security operatives closed in on the suspects. Investigators had begun tracking the movement of the children, eventually leading them to Onome's location in Onitsha. The operation ended with the arrest of Onome, his girlfriend and hi…

…occasional disputes between farmers and herders has gradually evolved into a persistent security challenge that continues to threaten lives, livelihoods, and peace in the area. For many residents of communities such as Uwherun, Ohoror, Agadama, Orogun, Edjekota, Oviri-Ogor, Evwreni, and their neighboring settlements, t…

…Its core responsibility under the new Section 214(5) is the maintenance of public security and preservation of public order throughout the Federation "to the extent provided for under this Constitution or by an Act of the National Assembly", a language that links its jurisdiction to the Exclusive Legislative List. Stat…

…Council, PEAC which the presidency said did not exist. Gbajabiamila said he petitioned security agencies in October 2025 after forged appointment letters surfaced and Adeyemi was later charged before the Federal High Court for forgery, impersonation and obtaining by false pretence. Adeyemi, however, denied all the alle…

…of economic opportunities. But beneath the promise of mineral wealth lies a growing security crisis. Across several mining communities, armed attacks have become increasingly frequent, turning mining sites into dangerous flashpoints where miners risk their lives in pursuit of their livelihoods. The latest incident occu…

…added. The police command also appealed to members of the public to continue supporting security agencies with timely and credible information capable of aiding the fight against cultism and other violent crimes.

…of the Edo State Police Command officers, who collaborate closely with other security agencies and receive patriotic support from the Edo State populace. “These successes are heartening, but they also bolster our resolve to work even more to make Edo State one of the Federation’s safest states. “Within the period under…

…because everything was shattered. I lost my business. I lost everything. I ran a security and cleaning company, which was hijacked. I lost more than 1.5 million rand. They looted me and used my details for fraudulent purposes. At the end of the day, I found myself living in poverty. The perception they have of Nigerian…

…from joint counterterrorism operations in Nigeria, warning that the move could create a security vacuum for terrorist groups to regroup and launch fresh attacks. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by its National Coordinator, Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko, the rights group said the development should not be interpr…

…war. We are going to campaign in an election we hold. We will campaign; we will provide security for you in an election we hold in this state. “Those who are planning to kill, whether they are here or they are not here, let them know it is not going to be business as usual. Human life is sacred, and nobody has the righ…

…a pass to gain entry, and the designated area of your visit must be captured within the security network of the Villa," he said. Dalung argued that the Chief of Staff must account for what transpired. He further said: "The Chief of Staff to the President is the number one suspect because he is responsible for either mi…

…air power beyond Nigeria's borders, enabling rapid force deployment in support of peace, security and stability in The Gambia and across the ECOWAS sub-region," the statement said. The Air Force added that the operation highlighted its growing role in supporting multinational peacekeeping operations and strengthening r…

…Washington said it would also block any further UN logistical support to AUSSOM at the Security Council. The US has provided nearly $2 billion to UN missions in Somalia since 2007, and more than $1.6 billion for African troops deployed in Somalia, as well as "hundreds of millions to Somali security forces, and billions…

…challenges.' "At a time when millions of Nigerians are confronted daily with worsening insecurity, an unbearable cost of living, rising unemployment and declining economic opportunities, our responsibility as a serious opposition party is to present practical solutions as alternatives to the people, not to be bogged do…

…of the Violent Crime Response Unit of the Command, in collaboration with the local security outfit in Umuobasi, carried out the operation on Sunday, 28/06/2026, leading to the destruction of the criminal camp and the disruption of criminal activities in the area. Monitoring of the area is still ongoing", the statement…

…refining capacity would naturally lead to more competitive pricing and improved energy security. Similarly, the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority has repeatedly stated that petrol prices must remain cost-reflective under the deregulation regime. The authority recently warned against profi…

…system. "Furthermore, the state is exploring opportunities to strengthen local health security through sustainable antiretroviral commodity production by leveraging international best practices, including lessons from Kenya's pharmaceutical and health commodity management experience, while collaborating with global par…

…these advances, the Ebola response continued to face serious obstacles, particularly insecurity and mistrust.According to him, an Ebola treatment centre in Ituri Province was recently attacked, leaving two people dead, forcing patients to flee, and destroying parts of the facility.He condemned the violence, stressing t…

…that they don’t sell these seafoods in local markets, thereby contributing to the food insecurity in the state,” Cobham said. He appealed to the authorities to ensure that fishing in local waters follow legal processes to avert impending or potential clashes between local fishermen and illegal fishermen. Commissioner f…

…banks and fintech platforms, and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), the cryptographic security system that verifies identities, encrypts data, and protects online transactions. These systems make it possible to open a bank account remotely, access government services, sign documents digitally, or transfer money securely…

The management of Federal University Wukari, FUW, in Taraba State has issued a security advisory, directing all members of staff and students to refrain from travelling along the Wukari-Zaki Biam and Wukari-Takum roads until further notice, citing prevailing security concerns in the affected areas.The directive was con…

…Beyond university-related issues, ASUU expressed concern over the country's worsening security situation, economic hardship and the effects of climate change, saying terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and farmer-herder conflicts continued to threaten lives, livelihoods and national development.