…Duke said. The former governor explained that the country’s mounting economic hardship, insecurity and governance challenges informed his decision to seek the presidency under the PRP. “It’s the urgency — the clear and apparent urgency of where we are today. You could be a spectator and make all sorts of analysis, or y…

…Thanks Tinubu By Kingsley Omonobi By Kingsley Omonobi The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), has expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for approving a salary increase of between 30 and 80 per cent for personnel of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, describing the move as a major boost to troo…

…intelligence, noting that community participation remains indispensable in tackling insecurity. He reaffirmed the commitment of the Sokoto State Government to supporting security agencies through sustained collaboration with federal security institutions to protect lives, secure communities and restore lasting peace. “…

…and encouraging fighters to renounce violence. The South-East has witnessed persistent insecurity in recent years, including attacks on security personnel, government facilities and civilians by armed groups. In response, the military launched Operation UDO KA to dismantle criminal networks and restore peace across the…

…Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria for speaking out on the economic hardship and insecurity facing the country. Kwankwaso made the commendation in a statement posted on his social media accounts, including Facebook and X, on Tuesday night. He praised the bishops for their courage in highlighting the challenges Nig…

…political quarrels or personality clashes. “They are concerned about the economy, insecurity, unemployment, poor infrastructure, the welfare of ordinary citizens, and the growing hardship across the country. These are the issues that deserve the attention of public office holders. “It is also curious that the minister…

…and continue to provide credible information that would assist efforts to tackle insecurity in the area. Confirming the incident, the Benue State Police Command said four persons were killed in the attack. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Peter Aondona, said, “I can confirm that there was an attack in Gu…

…has become unaffordable,” the statement added. The union also criticised the persistent insecurity around student communities, particularly Afowowa, Eruku and the Complex Gasline area, despite the visible presence of police and SWAT personnel. It equally complained about unstable electricity supply in Eruku, describing…

…varying degrees of injuries during the attack. The incident has heightened concerns over insecurity in Guma Local Government Area, which has witnessed repeated attacks in recent years. The Executive Chairman of Guma Local Government Council, Hon. Maurice Orwough, has strongly condemned the attack which he claimed was c…

…harder to conceal. Institutional reform must also confront Nigeria’s social pressures. Insecurity, unemployment, urbanisation, and population growth strain fragile systems. Security reform needs constitutional safeguards and conflict prevention; skills policy must reflect labour-market demand; and cities must prepare f…

…of people have been killed, thousands displaced, and several settlements abandoned as insecurity continues to reshape life in the region. Tinubu, Sani react President Bola Tinubu condemned the attack and directed security agencies to track down those responsible. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Informat…

…Makinde said Nigerians could no longer sleep with their eyes closed due to worsening insecurity. He said, “The purpose of today’s gathering is for the people to now come together, to now see for themselves that truly APM is grounded in Ogun State. That’s the message. “We have told our people on the ground to begin mass…

…noted that Nigerians could no longer sleep with their eyes closed due to widespread insecurity. He explained that “The purpose of today’s gathering is for the people to now come together, to now see for themselves that truly APM is grounded in Ogun State. That’s the message. “We have told our people on the ground to be…

…with President Bola Tinubu, saying the bishops were justified in raising concerns about insecurity, economic hardship and governance. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, Ikechukwu said the bishops were performing their democratic responsibility by conveying the concerns of Nigerians to the President. “What…

…with President Tinubu, the Bishops expressed concerns over the country's economy, insecurity and political climate. Speaking during an interview on Arise TV last Friday, Onaiyekan said President Tinubu rejected the Bishops' assessment, insisting that his administration was on the right track. "When the nation is bleedi…

…Villa, Abuja. The bishops had expressed concerns over the country's economy, insecurity and political climate during the meeting. Following the visit, the Archbishop Emeritus of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja, Cardinal John Onaiyekan, disclosed that the President disagreed with the bishops' assessment, insisting tha…

…Chapel, Bishop David Oyedepo, has slammed President Bola Tinubu over the worsening insecurity and economic hardship in Nigeria. Preaching from the pulpit, Oyedepo expressed anger over the persistent attacks and k!llings across the country. He condemned those behind the attacks and warned that judgement is about to come…

…The findings further showed that poor infrastructure, inadequate manpower, insecurity, insufficient funding and poor maintenance continue to hamper efforts to revitalise the country’s primary healthcare system. Read more here: https://punchng.com/despite-billions-spent-over-6500-phcs-still-non-functional/

…over what many residents describe as a pattern of political intimidation, violence, and insecurity allegedly associated with actors loyal to the opposition party.” Highlighting the performance of Adeleke’s administration, the campaign council said voters would reject any attempt to return the state to what it described…

…over the past few days, describing it as a significant breakthrough in the fight against insecurity. According to him, the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, commended Governor Chukwuma Soludo for the operations of the Agunechemba Security Squad and reiterated that the Nigerian Army would continue to partner w…

…Nigeria Police Force, weaken public confidence and may contribute to Nigeria’s worsening insecurity.” The letter, read in part: “The report documented numerous alleged financial irregularities within the Nigeria Police Force and the Federal Ministry of Police Affairs, including payments for projects that were never exe…

…296 deaths, highlighting the worsening public health emergency. The agency warned that insecurity, population displacement, population mobility and cross-border movements were complicating response efforts and increasing the risk of further disease spread across affected regions. WHO said national authorities, alongsid…

…leaders will confront increasingly complex demands. “The challenges are immense—insecurity, economic instability, decaying infrastructure, institutional weakness, and a crisis of trust between the governed and those who govern. “I am convinced that the solution to these challenges is not more of the same. The solution…

…rulers, religious leaders, stakeholders, youth, and communities to address the insecurity affecting some parts of the state. Omale also urged the people of the Benue South senatorial district to remain calm and […] The post Killings: Benue APC chairman calls for unity to tackle insecurity appeared first on Tribune Onli…

…Jacob Buba, announced the suspension of the 2026 Nzem Berom Festival, citing worsening insecurity in Plateau State and other parts of the country. Despite renewed peace efforts by stakeholders, violence has continued to plague Plateau State. In March, the Youth Initiative Against Violence and Rights Abuse brought toget…