…the terrorists attempted to ambush the convoy. However, a combined team of gallant security operatives, comprising the military, police, and members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), swiftly responded, engaging the attackers in a fierce gunfight. The report states that while the security operatives successfully…

…Annual General ConferenceThe activist had claimed during a panel discussion that some security operatives at checkpoints were linked to kidnapping activitiesVDM maintained he has evidence to back his claims but admitted the way he framed his speech was unfair to dedicated security personnelPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng…

…activities, stressing that effective security depended largely on cooperation between security operatives and members of the public. Faniyan said security agencies were determined to sustain Plateau’s status as the “Home of Peace and Tourism” and would not allow criminal elements to undermine the state’s reputation. He…

…the items during routine patrols. He said a follow-up operation subsequently led security operatives to a warehouse allegedly used by the suspect for storing illicit substances, where a thorough search resulted in the recovery of another bag of suspected Cannabis Sativa. He said, “The suspected illicit substances were…

…into the air before fleeing in what the witness described as a commando-like fashion.Security operatives arrived after the assailants had left, recovered both bodies and transferred them to a hospital, where doctors confirmed the deaths. Police later recovered N7,550 in cash, a Moniepoint ATM card and a pair of slipper…

…a Peace Mass Transit white Hummer bus and a yellow 18-seater bus — were recovered before security operatives launched a coordinated bush-combing and rescue operation. Afusat said, “At about 1640hrs, armed hoodlums emerged from the bush around Ogene Zaria, near the Ogene Zaria/Onicha-Igo Junction, blocked two buses trav…

…August 24. The panel, headed by Magistrate Ayokunle Shiyanbola, will examine the role of security operatives and may recommend prosecution or compensation. It is expected to submit its report within 30 days of sitting. Read Here: https://punchng.com/adeleke-issues-executive-order-sets-up-panel-over-osun-killings/ 5. Po…

…has not brought closure. The missing remains remain the more immediate concern. Security operatives arrested The aftermath of the incident also saw heightened scrutiny of the Amotekun Corps. At least 20 Amotekun operatives were arrested on October 8, 2025, during police raids on the corps’ offices in Ife and Osogbo ove…

…said the number of casualties could have been higher without the swift intervention of security operatives. "We thank the security operatives for their swift response. They came in four vehicles and pursued the bandits," he said. The attack occurred less than a week after a boat carrying residents of Gorau capsized, ki…

…Area, while two others were tracked down at a hotel in Lafia. He explained that security operatives equally burnt down the makeshift camp of the criminals and made cash recoveries that included five mobile phones amongst others. The CPS added, “Governor Sule described the arrests as a demonstration of the effectiveness…

…Area of the state. The command also detained 11 others over a separate attack on security operatives in Sobe on Sunday, August 23, 2026. The spokesperson for the command, ASP Eno Ikhoedem, disclosed this in a statement on Monday, August 24. According to the statement, at about 10:00am, one Ojo Gabriel of Atoruru Villag…

…attacks within the past 24 hours is far from the truth; nothing of such," He added that security operatives were working urgently to locate and rescue the royal father.The police boss said rescue efforts were "in top gear," though he gave no timeline or further details on the operation.Bandits kidnap monarch, shoot wif…

…Ikire, some were attacked; about four or five people were attacked. We have informed the security operatives accordingly. That’s what I have to say about that.”

…at a criminal hideout in Atabula, Duduguru, while two others were apprehended in Lafia. Security operatives also dismantled the criminal makeshift camp and recovered cash and five mobile phones during the operation. Sule described the development as a significant security breakthrough, noting that the coordinated actio…

…Government,” Adeleye explained. At the hideout, the kidnappers fled on sighting the security operatives. The boys were rescued, while two suspects were arrested. They forcefully took us Afterwards, Abubakar and Abdullahi recounted their ordeal in low voices. Suspected kidnappers had pulled them away from the cattle and…

…earlier confrontation between serving soldiers and the retired military personnel after security operatives attempted to stop the ex-servicemen from staging their protest in front of the ministry. Credit: Solomon Odeniyi The retirees are demanding the implementation of consequential pension adjustments arising from sal…

…rites, during which Alhaji Usman suddenly appeared alongside security personnel. The security operatives subsequently arrested the suspects after it was discovered that the alleged assassination had not taken place. by Linda Ikeji at 17/08/2026 8:40 AM | Share this Story

…taken into custody at his residence during an early-morning joint operation conducted by security operatives. The Osun State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Abiodun Ojelabi, confirmed the arrest, stating it was part of intensified operations aimed at preventing activities that could undermine the election. Acco…

…moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!A journalist who was near the scene disclosed that security operatives fired repeatedly into the air. Canisters were also released within the school premises during the episode.The gunshots continued for more than 15 minutes, and many people in the vicinity scrambled to find cover…

Security operatives arrested about 100 people allegedly brought from neighbouring states to interfere with the Osun governorship electionThe Commissioner of Police overseeing the election confirmed the suspects were linked to Ondo and Ekiti statesGovernor Ademola Adeleke announced plans for an independent inquiry into…

Security operatives intercepted Osun Assembly member Abiola Ibrahim with about 146 people at a private residence in Ikire on election dayThe lawmaker confirmed the crowd included both local and non-local voters, raising questions about illegal voter mobilisationArmed police officers found Permanent Voter Cards at the s…

Police interrogates Osun Lawmaker over large crowd of voters at private residence Security operatives have interrogated a member of the Osun State House of Assembly, Abiola Ibrahim, after about 146 people were found gathered at a private residence in Ikire on Saturday, the day of the state's governorship election. Ibra…

…abductors had taken them back to the location where they were initially captured when security operatives engaged them in a gun battle. by Linda Ikeji at 13/08/2026 10:34 AM | Share this Story

…a report by the child's mother. The suspect admitted to the act during questioning by security operatives on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. The suspect, who was paraded by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps Public Relations Officer, CSC Saad Buhari, said the minor came to his shop at night to buy drugs and that…

…the lady narrated. She said the abductors fled immediately they heard gunshots from the security operatives, leaving behind the bag containing the phones and laptops they had collected from the victims. “We were able to get back our phones. We were also able to get back the laptops. Thank God. We are now safe.” The Arm…