The Nigerian Army has graduated a new Special Forces battalion to strengthen counter-terrorism operations and tackle emerging security threats across the country. The graduation ceremony took place at the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Doma, Nasarawa State, on Friday, October 9, 2026. The Chief of Army Staff, L…

…politician, Alhaji Wakiil Goni Mama, popularly known as Mai Salati, over allegations of terrorism logistics support and collaboration with Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) elements operating in the North-East. According to security analyst, Zagazola Makama, military sources said that the suspect was arrested…

…with at a crown court," the judge told him.Commander Helen Flanagan, head of Counter Terrorism Policing London, said: "These are very serious charges against a serving member of the armed forces. "We have worked extremely closely with relevant operational colleagues within the Ministry of Defence as our investigation h…

…terrorist in Magumeri Local Government Area of Borno State. In a post on X, counter-terrorism expert Zagazola Makama said the suspect, identified as Madumaki Modugai, was tracked and apprehended at about 10:45 p.m. on October 5, 2026, in Magumeri town following intelligence-led operations. Zagazola stated that the susp…

…would not end kidnapping and banditry. It called for stronger enforcement of the 2022 Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act.Mother of abducted NYSC member shares details of son's secret message.NYSC members: IGP takes crucial actionMeanwhile, Legit.ng also reported that Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu se…

…in Plateau State and demanded stronger government action to protect citizens from terrorism and other forms of violence.He has also used his international engagements to draw attention to the killings in Nigeria.Watch the X video of Rev. Dachomo praying for President Tinubu here:Reactions trail Rev. Dachomo's videoLegi…

…with various offences, including kidnapping, armed robbery, homicide, banditry, cultism, terrorism, cattle rustling and other criminal activities. He said the achievements went beyond statistics, noting that the operations had resulted in the rescue of victims, disruption of criminal networks and improved security in a…

…Israeli Prime Minister and other world leaders to raise concerns about insecurity and terrorism in Plateau State and Nigeria at large. “By the mercy of God, I will be addressing the world in Israel,” Dachomo announced. “Preachers from America, from China, from around the world—we will meet face-to-face. I am coming to…

…United States — but only those who are not being prosecuted for crimes or suspected of terrorism”, the head of state’s spokeswoman, Nancy-Ninette Mutoni, told AFP. Washington has been seeking new deals with African governments, requiring services in return for money, since Trump dismantled USAID (the US Agency for Inte…

…deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller. Both Trump officials baselessly accused Good of terrorism, with Noem falsely claiming in a press conference that the victim had “attempted to run a law enforcement officer over.” The second lawsuit alleges a conspiracy to violate civil rights under provisions of the 1871 Ku Klux Kl…

…Ibadan. Speaking on the theme “Dealing Decisively with Insecurity, Banditry and Terrorism Through Community Participation, Awareness and Policing,” Governor Makinde, represented by the Deputy Governor, Bayo Lawal, noted that Nigeria’s independence in 1960 was earned through the sacrifices and relentless struggles of th…

…never seen before, we are identifying and removing those who commit crimes, support terrorism, defraud Americans, or abuse our immigration system,” State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott said. “A U.S visa is a privilege, not a right and if you violate the terms of that privilege, you will lose it. We will not stop…

…equipment, training and programmes aimed at improving Nigeria’s capacity to counter terrorism and other security threats. Recall that the United States has described Nigeria as an important security partner in Africa, with cooperation covering counterterrorism, maritime and border security, military professionalisation…

…as violations of international law. At the same time, he condemned Hamas’ acts of terrorism and reaffirmed Ghana’s recognition of Palestine as a sovereign state. His formulation was simple but consequential: moral standards cannot be selective. That principle extends beyond the Middle East. For Africa, the credibility…

…zonal and state commands, as well as tactical units, including the Police Counter-Terrorism Units, Bomb Disposal Unit and Police Mobile Force. According to the alert, there was an “increased mobilisation of terrorist elements for possible coordinated attacks” on places of worship, schools, NYSC orientation camps and ot…

…noting that the government had demonstrated commitment and capacity in confronting terrorism, banditry and other criminal activities. The group cited the recent rescue of kidnapped victims in Ofu as evidence of what it described as the administration’s determination to confront criminal elements rather than negotiate w…

…Inspectors-General of Police overseeing Zones 1–17, Mobile Police units, counter-terrorism and other specialised formations, as well as Commissioners of Police in all the states. It was also copied to departments and formations at Force Headquarters, including Intelligence, Finance and Administration, the Directorate o…

…gender-based violence cases, 27 kidnapping incidents, 22 banditry incidents and five terrorism-related incidents were recorded during the period. Among the major operational successes was the rescue of a 60-year-old kidnapped victim, Nduka Omoyi, in Delta State following a gun duel between police operatives and his abd…

…Kanu. Kanu is serving a life sentence in Sokoto prison, following his conviction on terrorism charges brought against him by the Nigerian government. The Igbo religious leaders said they have taken note of the unfolding self-determination movement in the UK. “The gathered religious leaders of the South-East note with s…

…If he were the kind of person who would support, protect, or benefit from banditry and terrorism, he would never have been entrusted with one of the most sensitive positions in the National Assembly,” he stated. The businessman, however, called for an investigation, stressing that he was not asking anyone to disregard…

…(ISWAP) factions in the Sambisa Forest area of Borno State. In a post on X, counter-terrorism expert, Zagazola Makama said the latest confrontation reportedly occurred around the Chingolo axis of Bama Local Government Area, where Boko Haram fighters attacked ISWAP members who were advancing into the area. Makama said t…

…Government Area of Yobe State. This was disclosed in a statement posted on X by counter-terrorism expert Zagazola Makama. According to Makama, the operation took place at about 11 am on September 1, 2026, at Lamusuri in Gujba Local Government Area. He said the troops and CJTF members successfully ambushed the terrorist…

…appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today, where he discussed efforts to curb terrorism and the operational challenges confronting the country’s security forces. The minister said motorcycles could give terrorists the mobility to move quickly through difficult terrain and evade security forces. “We try to appe…

…with 5,272 more between January and May 2026 — over 18,000 in 17 months. The Global Terrorism Index recorded a 46 per cent increase in terrorism-related deaths in 2025, and incidents rose from about 120 to 171. The food-producing states bear the brunt. More than 2,200 people were killed in Plateau between 2023 and earl…

…wide-ranging interview, Ajayi speaks frankly about Nigeria’s protracted battle against terrorism and insurgency, offering insights into what drives and sustains terrorist groups and why some security challenges have proved so difficult to defeat. He also argues for a fundamental rebirth in the nation’s approach to law…