Abductors reportedly demand ₦950 million for 19 prospective NYSC members from Oyo State seized along the Owerri-Onitsha Road in Imo State.
Tag: Nigeria Security
IGP Disu: Police Figures Show Expanded Operations as Reform Agenda Faces Wider Security Test!
IGP Olatunji Disu’s early tenure has featured major police operations, arrests, victim rescues, tactical reforms, disciplinary action and renewed focus on community policing in Nigeria.
US Congressman Riley Moore Welcomes Reported Arrest of Alleged Terrorist Leader in Nigeria!
US Congressman Riley Moore has welcomed the reported arrest of alleged terrorist suspect Mahmoud Adam in Plateau State as questions remain over the allegations and Nigeria’s wider security crisis.
Nigerian Military Records 367 Attacks, Kills 52 Terrorists in September!
The Nigerian military says it recorded 367 attacks in September 2026, killed 52 terrorists and criminals, arrested 350 suspects and rescued 655 kidnapped civilians.
Lagos Strengthens Security as Sanwo-Olu Meets Security Chiefs Ahead of Festive Season!
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu meets security chiefs to strengthen security preparations as the state approaches the festive season.
Senate Urges FG to Rescue Abducted Victims, Strengthen Security in Vulnerable Communities!
The Nigerian Senate’s Northern Senators’ Forum has urged the Federal Government to intensify efforts to rescue abducted victims and strengthen security in vulnerable communities following attacks in Niger State.
Anambra Police Arrest Two Suspects, Recover English-Made Pistol in Nnewi!
Anambra Police have arrested two suspects during a stop-and-search operation in Nnewi and recovered a six-round English-made pistol.
Five Miners Feared Killed, Two Injured in Plateau Mining-Site Attack!
Five miners are feared killed and two injured in a reported gunmen attack at a mining site in Barkin Ladi, Plateau State, amid rising security concerns.
Nigeria’s Forest Guards: What the New Security Initiative Must Deliver!
Nigeria’s Forest Guards initiative is expanding nationwide, with recruitment, training, equipment and coordination emerging as key issues for the new security programme.
FG Inaugurates 10-Member Panel to Probe Deaths of 37 Miners in NSCDC Custody!
The Federal Government has inaugurated a 10-member independent committee to investigate the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in NSCDC custody in Niger State.
Okpebholo Urges Edo Residents to Support Fight Against Kidnapping, Cultism!
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has urged residents to support government and security agencies in the fight against kidnapping, cultism and other crimes.
NDLEA Officer Reportedly Drowns While Chasing Suspected Drug Offender Into Delta River!
An NDLEA officer has reportedly drowned while chasing a suspected drug offender into the Ethiope River at Obiaruku in Delta State, according to Vanguard.
Nigerian Military Rescues 66 Kidnap Victims, Neutralises 12 Terrorists in Nationwide Operations!
Nigerian military troops rescued more than 66 kidnapped victims, neutralised 12 terrorists and arrested over 34 suspected collaborators during nationwide operations from September 10 to 17, 2026.
Peter Obi Demands Answers and Accountability Over Deaths of 37 Miners in NSCDC Custody!
Peter Obi has demanded answers and accountability over the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in NSCDC custody in Minna, Niger State, as authorities investigate the incident.
FG Suspends Niger NSCDC Commandant Over Deaths of Suspected Illegal Miners in Custody!
The Federal Government has suspended the Niger State NSCDC commandant and ordered an investigation after suspected illegal miners died in custody in Minna.