…in Kaduna. Such incidents point to possible collusion or undue familiarity between security personnel and informants feeding intelligence to bandits. A defining characteristic of the modern state is its monopoly on the legitimate use of violence. The state cannot stand by while non-state actors wield instruments of vio…

…led security operatives to the gang leader's hideout. Usman said Mujugu opened fire on security personnel and attempted to escape when operatives arrived at the location. He said the operatives responded and neutralised the suspect during the exchange of gunfire, recovering another locally fabricated pistol from him. T…

…names the crises directly. He raps passionately about rising inflation, the killing of security personnel, kidnappings, and leaders weaponizing tribal sentiments to buy "hungry votes" during election cycles. His flow is urgent, technical, and packed with an exhaustion that mirrors the collective psyche of the streets.…

Yiaga Africa said most polling units had essential voting materials and security presence by noon, although gaps remained in the deployment of some disability-related election materials.

…overall atmosphere as calm and peaceful, noting the deployment of between five and 10 security personnel to each of the state's 2,442 polling units. The mission said voting proceeded without significant disruption, large-scale violence or major operational failures in most parts of the state. The mission , however, dis…

…but expressed dissatisfaction with what he described as the inadequate response of security personnel at the scene. Bejide condemned the alleged vote-buying activities, describing them as a violation of democratic values and an embarrassment to the electoral process. In the same vein, the son of the ADC flag bearer, Mr…

…within the vicinity of the polling unit despite the presence of election officials and security personnel. Some voters interviewed during the exercise confirmed receiving money from political actors, describing the practice as widespread across several polling centres in the community. The allegations emerged hours aft…

…remain indoors since he considered the contest largely unchallenged. He also noted that security personnel deployed for the election were more friendly and relaxed compared to previous elections in the state. Similarly, a tricycle operator, Mr Moses Ajibade, acknowledged awareness of the police directive restricting mo…

…conduct of people at the polling units in some of the polling units in the area. The security personnel comprised of the police, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and other paramilitary agencies were deployed to polling units and strategic locations across the council area as early as 7:00 a.m. The opera…

…worried because victims of terrorism, displaced persons, widows, orphans, and security personnel who have sacrificed their lives often feel that justice has not been adequately served. For them, seeing former insurgents receive rehabilitation and reintegration support can appear unfair, especially when many victims sti…

…domination patrols and a manhunt for the attackers, who had fled before the arrival of security personnel. "The troops responded promptly to the report and found one victim dead and two others injured. The wounded victims were evacuated for medical attention, while efforts are ongoing to track down the perpetrators," a…

The election materials were accompanied by security personnel to the 16 area councils in the South-west state.

…staff and visitors remain a top priority, the University of Agriculture said that security personnel are working round the clock to maintain close collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies, including additional patrols. MOUAU, which warned the public against applying social media to create…

…an indigene of Kabba, was en route Ibilo, fully loaded with cocoyam. "The driver told security personnel that he observed unusual lights ahead and, while attempting to make a U-turn, noticed individuals moving toward his direction. "In response, he abandoned the vehicle and ran to a nearby military checkpoint along the…

The NSCDC said the credibility of the election would depend largely on the impartial conduct of security personnel, and therefore, officers must carry out their duties without fear or favour.

…only through recognised legal and judicial channels.” The police also disclosed that security personnel across the state had been placed on heightened alert to ensure that law and order were maintained throughout the jurisdiction. “The Command will not hesitate to take decisive action against any individual or group th…

…adopted to ensure a peaceful, credible and hitch-free electoral process. He said that security personnel and operational assets have been strategically deployed across polling units and other identified locations to guarantee the safety of voters, electoral officials, observers, and election materials throughout the ex…