Security General

Chief of Defence Staff Calls for Stakeholder Collaboration to Tackle Violence in Benue

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has urged stakeholders in Benue State to unite and work together to curb the rising wave of violence and killings in the food-producing region. Speaking during a visit to Benue, General Musa emphasized the importance of collaboration among security agencies, local leaders, and community members to restore

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General Security

Pope Leo XIII Condemns Recent Killings in Benue State, Describes as “Terrible Massacre”

Pope Leo XIII has issued a strong condemnation of the recent violent attacks in Benue State, Nigeria, describing the incident as a “terrible massacre” in which mostly displaced civilians were murdered with “extreme cruelty.” The Pontiff expressed deep concern over the ongoing violence in Nigeria and the immense suffering faced by affected communities. Delivering his

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Politics Security

President Bola Tinubu Orders Security Chiefs to Ensure Peace in Benue State

President Bola Tinubu has directed security agencies to intensify efforts to restore lasting peace and stability in Benue State. The President’s directive comes amid recent violence and reprisal attacks that have led to the loss of many lives. In a statement issued by Presidential Spokesman Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu reaffirmed his earlier instructions to security

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Chief of Army Staff Reaffirms Commitment to Operational Effectiveness and Troop Welfare in Uyo

Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s unwavering commitment to enhancing operational effectiveness while prioritizing the morale and welfare of its personnel. Speaking at a special luncheon held at the 2 Brigade Military Cantonment in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, Oluyede commended frontline troops for their

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Security General

Kogi Police Confirm Death of Retired Army Major After Abduction, Family Paid N10 Million Ransom

The Kogi State Police Command has confirmed the tragic death of retired Army Major Joe Ajayi, who was abducted earlier this year. The police announced that Ajayi was killed by his abductors after his family paid a ransom of N10 million for his release. Williams Ovye-Aya, the spokesperson for the Kogi State Police Command, disclosed

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Security General

Ahead Eid-el-Kabir celebrations: Delta police boss orders massive deployment of officers

Ahead of the 2025 Eid-el-Kabir celebration by Muslims, Olufemi Abaniwonda, Delta State Police Commissioner, has ordered a massive deployment of officers across the state to ensure a safe and hitch-free celebration. Bright Edafe, Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) disclosed this in a statement released on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. He said “the Command is working

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Security General

Chief of Defence Staff Appeals to Nigerians to Support Fight Against Insurgency

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has called on Nigerians to rally behind the Armed Forces in their ongoing efforts to combat violent groups and insurgents across the country. In a statement issued yesterday, General Musa underscored the importance of trust, civic engagement, and the dissemination of responsible narratives as critical components in

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Security General

Kidnappers of Bille/Port Harcourt Passenger Boat Demand N100 Million Ransom After Two Weeks

More than two weeks after abducting passengers from a boat along the Bille and Port Harcourt waterways, kidnappers have finally revealed their ransom demand. The criminal syndicate is reportedly insisting on a staggering sum of one hundred million naira before releasing their victims. Confirming the development to our correspondent, Monica Ogwa, the immediate past Bille

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Security General

NDLEA Arrests 80-Year-Old Man with 2.3kg of Skunk in Kaduna

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced the arrest of 80-year-old Ayuba Ashiru for drug possession. According to NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi, Ashiru was apprehended on May 14, 2025, at Barazana Street, Dogarawa area of Sabon Gari Local Government Area, Kaduna State. The suspect was found in possession of 2.3 kilograms of skunk,

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Security Politics

Rivers State Security Chiefs Engage Community Leaders in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni LGA

On Thursday, security chiefs in Rivers State continued their ongoing efforts to foster collaboration with community leaders, visiting Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni (ONELGA) Local Government Area on the directive of the Sole Administrator, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas. Led by the Commissioner of Police in Rivers State, Olugbenga Adepoju, the security team urged community leaders to unite in

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