…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…

…maintaining peace and security despite prevailing challenges. Ibenu expressed hope that security personnel would be provided with additional resources, equipment and support to enhance their effectiveness in safeguarding lives and property. Speaking on the forthcoming conference organised by the ministry, the bishop sa…

…in Barkin Ladi, saying residents continue to live in fear despite the presence of security personnel. “The attackers came and killed these men who were risking their lives to safeguard the community,” he said. He called on the Plateau State Government and the Federal Government to strengthen security in the area by dep…

…directed security agencies to investigate allegations of negligence or complicity by security personnel, including the Divisional Police Officer, stressing that anyone found culpable must face the law. Calls for transparency The Jama'atu Nasril Islam also condemned the killing, describing it as barbaric, ungodly and sy…

…risk. A corridor that is difficult for citizens to travel is equally difficult for security personnel to patrol and protect. "Promises acquire meaning when citizens can drive on the roads, move their goods, reach their families and live with greater security," he said. Earlier, President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Al…

…attacks. Security analysts argue that addressing the crisis requires more than deploying security personnel. There is a need for comprehensive strategies that include intelligence gathering, community policing, enforcement of anti-open grazing laws where applicable, and dialogue mechanisms aimed at resolving conflicts…

…alone would not be sufficient without sustained military offensives, rapid deployment of security personnel and stronger measures to protect civilians. “History has shown that terrorist organisations often exploit periods of reduced military pressure to reorganise, recruit and expand their operations. Nigeria cannot af…

…Holdings Limited, said one of the administration’s major steps is the expansion of security personnel through the recruitment of additional officers into the Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Police Force. He noted that the initiative is expected to improve security presence across the country and enhance operational effec…

…the attackers and secure the road. However, the terrorists had reportedly fled before security personnel arrived, and no contact was made with them. While searching the area, the troops found a vehicle that had been burnt by the attackers. Security forces secured the scene and increased patrols along the route to preve…

…guidelines. The observers noted positive collaboration between electoral officials and security personnel during the election, saying the partnership contributed significantly to maintaining peace at polling units. The UK mission also commended efforts made to prioritise vulnerable voters at several polling units. Howe…

…before being discharged. According to him, normalcy has been restored in the area, while security personnel have been deployed to maintain law and order. He urged residents to remain peaceful, cooperate with security agencies, and refrain from taking the law into their own hands, stressing the need to report grievances…

…that the attackers escaped into the adjoining Ibbi Forest following the deployment of security personnel. He added, “Security agencies have continued to monitor the area and are taking necessary measures to prevent further attacks and ensure the safety of residents and road users.” Armed groups have continued to target…

…multiple security sources, familiar with the issue, disclosed that troops and other security personnel involved in the rescue operation have surrounded a hideout within the National Park forest area, where the abducted pupils and teachers are believed to be held. According to security sources, the terrorists have been…

…and voting commenced around 8:30 a.m. in many locations. The NBA noted that security personnel from the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) were present at most polling units and generally maintained order throughout the exercise. The association also commended voters for their…

…believed to have been used during the attack. "The attackers were decisively engaged by security personnel and forced to abandon some of their belongings while escaping from the area," he said. Residents of the area reportedly welcomed the successful operation, expressing relief over the growing cooperation among secur…

…voting activities at Angwan Zaria polling unit by government officials escorted by armed security personnel. Speaking after casting his vote at Wakama Clinic on Saturday, Maku acknowledged that his accreditation process was smooth but expressed concern over the malfunction of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVA…

…supporters were attacked, while in some polling units there were no INEC officials or security personnel,” he alleged. The Director-General of the PRP Campaign Organisation, Juliet Ugwuja, also demanded the cancellation of the election, claiming that party agents were chased out of some polling units. She said the part…

…information from a member of the public. Police operatives, in collaboration with joint security personnel, arrested a member of a kidnapping gang responsible for the abduction of Alh. Abu Geza of Geza Village in Bagudo LGA of the State. The suspect led operatives to the gang leader's hideout, where Jiji Mujugu opened…