…release." Yet, he warned that conceding to terrorists' demands could create even bigger security challenges. "If government releases these individuals, it will encourage more kidnappings. Other groups will see kidnapping as an effective bargaining tool. It sends a message that if you abduct enough people, you can force…

…If confirmed, the strategy would highlight the interconnected nature of Nigeria's security challenges. The Oyo crisis cannot be viewed in isolation. Rather, it formed part of a broader contest between security forces and insurgent networks that increasingly operate across regional and geographical boundaries. Silence T…

…than negotiated settlements. He expressed optimism that the state would overcome the security challenges confronting it.

…than negotiated settlements. He expressed optimism that the state would overcome the security challenges confronting it. Stronger stuff 20-06-26 Gunmen attack Plateau community, kill pregnant woman By Golok Nanmwa Gunmen have killed a pregnant woman and a young man in a fresh attack on Dyan community in Rim Village, Ri…

…lamented what he called the "selective outrage" of commentators who attribute Nigeria's security challenges to the Northern region, calling such narratives divisive and counterproductive. "These incidents of insecurity have attracted not only condemnation but also taken ethnic colouration, with some commentators blamin…

…noting that collective responsibility remains key to addressing contemporary security challenges. The Deputy Inspector-General of Police also highlighted the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force towards embracing modern crime-fighting technologies, including artificial intelligence, drones and other innovative securi…

…effectiveness, and strengthen the capacity of personnel to respond decisively to security challenges. He charged the officers to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in the course of the training towards enhancing public safety and combating crime across the state. 112 Kwara police personnel complete combat training

…plan. Lead or leave,” Agbedi said. Responding on Friday, the House stated that Nigeria's security challenges did not happen overnight and cannot be solved with quick fixes. The statement noted that while challenges still exist, security agencies are making steady progress in destroying criminal networks and rescuing ki…

…to concentrate their operations on the city centre, while he would personally oversee security challenges in suburban areas of the FCT. The commissioner further warned against negligence and tasked the Area Commander of the Metro Area Command with providing effective leadership and ensuring compliance with the directiv…

…(DPOs) under the Metro Area Command a two-week deadline to tackle robbery and other security challenges within the nation’s capital. The directive was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, following a security meeting between the police commissioner and…