…victims’ freedom. “We appreciate the courage, sacrifice, vigilance and commitment of our security personnel who continue to stand in defence of lives, property, peace and national stability. Their service remains vital to the protection of citizens and the preservation of public confidence,” the statement read. The org…
…and reaffirms the state’s commitment to protecting citizens’ lives,” he said. He praised security personnel for their sacrifices and urged greater investment in intelligence gathering, surveillance technology, border security and community engagement. Oluwafemi also advocated improved welfare for members of the Armed F…
…rescued both victims,” Bakatsine wrote. “Kudos to the Nigeria Police Force and other security personnel involved for their bravery and commitment in the fight against kidnapping and banditry,” he added. Police rescue two kidnap victims after intercepting petrol ransom in Zamfara
…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…
…reportedly left the church ahead of her to return home. Their father, a Homeland Security personnel, was away on duty. Speaking to Cross River Watch at the scene on Saturday, July 11, the devastated mother, Mrs. Mercy Kingsley Edu, popularly known as Mama Uwana, struggled to come to terms with the unimaginable loss sta…
…While announcing the successful operation, the Nigerian Army disclosed that some security personnel lost their lives during the mission. “It suffices to note that the operations were carefully planned and executed to avoid collateral damages and to equally ensure that the innocent children and teachers were safely resc…
…communities to halt the recurring attacks. As of the time of filing this report, security personnel had reportedly been deployed to the affected communities, while many residents remained displaced and fearful of further attacks. Efforts to obtain official confirmation from the Plateau State Police Command were unsucce…
…network responsible for the abduction was dismantled. The governor also paid tribute to security personnel who made sacrifices during the operation, praying for the repose of the souls of those who lost their lives and wishing those injured a speedy recovery. He also urged security agencies to maintain the momentum in…
…thank all those whose tireless efforts made their freedom possible, especially the security personnel and everyone who worked behind the scenes. "While we celebrate this happy outcome, we must remember that no child should ever have to endure such trauma. "The recurring incidents of kidnapping, particularly of schoolch…
…arguing that the country’s security challenges are not due to a lack of competence among security personnel but the need for consistent political leadership. “We have never doubted the ability of Nigeria’s defence forces to secure the country. What has often been lacking is clarity of purpose and unwavering political l…
…about 8:32 p.m. to retrieve an item before leaving it unattended again. He said airport security personnel subsequently clamped the vehicle's tyres, adding that no one was inside the vehicle at the time and that officials were unaware it belonged to Obi. He alleged that the driver alerted Obi, who identified himself to…
…Force, Department of State Services (DSS), local intelligence operatives and other security personnel for their professionalism, courage and commitment during the rescue operation. Abiodun also praised Governor Makinde for working closely with the Federal Government and security agencies throughout the period the victi…
…showed that Obi’s vehicle was parked unattended in a restricted area, leading airport security personnel to clamp the tyres. According to Keyamo, Obi arrived at the domestic wing of the Abuja airport on July 4, 2026, and left the vehicle after being dropped off by a police driver. He alleged that the driver later retur…
…and teachers emphasized that they remained alive because of the relentless efforts of security personnel, while praying for God’s blessings upon President Tinubu and all officers involved in the operation. Watch the video here… One of the rescued teachers in Oyo sends a thank you message to President Tinubu and the sec…
…police-to-population ratio by creating an estimated 300,000 to 400,000 additional security personnel nationwide.He added that the constitutional amendment would move policing from the Exclusive Legislative List to the Concurrent Legislative List, allowing states to establish their own police services. However, he stres…
…which he allegedly forced himself to vomit and produced the ring before handing it back. Security personnel subsequently escorted him out of the premises. Junaid Hassan described the incident as unlike anything the family had experienced in more than three decades of operating the business.He said they had never encoun…
…property, confiscated phones, and arrested him while searching for his son. On Monday, security personnel stormed the family's residence in Ogbomoso, Osun State and arrested Adeyemi's father, alongside a family friend who was visiting the home. Meanwhile, the National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, Prof.…
…tells soldiers The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has warned security personnel deployed to fight terrorism and banditry against hesitating to engage terrorists, saying any officer who waits for an order before taking action would be treated as a terrorist. Speaking on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at t…
…admitted she was not in possession of the required authorization when questioned by security personnel. It, however, explained that she was allowed to board her scheduled flight to Abuja because she had a prior engagement, but was instructed to report to the DSS National Headquarters on Wednesday, July 8, for the conti…
…communities, while calling on the relevant authorities to improve working conditions for security personnel and upgrade policing facilities in underserved areas.
…intelligence and command responsibilities, warning that persistent attacks on security personnel undermines troop morale and emboldens criminal groups challenging authority of the state. Senator Yar'Adua listed a string of attacks on retired senior officers across Zamfara, Imo, Abuja, Katsina, Kogi and Plateau states s…
…the Department of State Services, the Armed Forces, local vigilante groups and other security personnel for their roles in securing the victims' release. "We sincerely appreciate the government at all levels, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigerian Armed Forces, local vigilante gr…
…intelligence and command responsibilities, warning that persistent attacks on security personnel undermines troop morale and emboldens criminal groups challenging authority of the state. Attacks on retired officers Sen. Yar'Adua listed a string of attacks on retired senior officers across Zamfara, Imo, Abuja, Katsina,…
…to ensure the welfare of persons in custody. The Commission said its medical and security personnel accompanied El-Rufai to the private wing of the National Hospital and remained outside the consultation room while he was examined by an oncologist. The ICPC said concerns arose after photographs surfaced on Facebook sho…
…their swift response to the crisis. He urged residents to remain calm and cooperate with security personnel to restore peace, while cautioning politicians against politicising the incident. He stressed that the conflict should not be interpreted as an ethnic dispute between the Kamuku and Fulani communities. The emir s…