Security General

Military Launches Operation Clean Sweep III Against Bandits in Katsina

The Defence Headquarters’ Joint Task Force North West under Operation Fansan Yamma has launched a major offensive operation, codenamed Operation Clean Sweep III, targeting terrorists and bandits operating in Matazu Local Government Area and neighbouring communities in Katsina State. The operation follows the incident that led to the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar,

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Security General

Defence Headquarters Condoles Katsina Over Killing of Retired General

A high-powered delegation from the Defence Headquarters has paid a condolence visit to the Katsina State Government over the death of retired Major General Rabe Abdullahi, assuring that those responsible for his killing will be brought to justice. The delegation, led by the Chief Administration Officer at the Defence Headquarters, Major General I.M. Abdullahi, was

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General Security

Police Deploy DIGs Across Geopolitical Zones to Tackle Insecurity

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has ordered the deployment of Deputy Inspectors-General of Police (DIGs) to all six geopolitical zones of the country as part of efforts to strengthen security operations and address growing insecurity. The deployment, which takes effect on June 15, 2026, was announced during the Monthly Strategic Conference with senior police

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Security General

Rivers Police Train Officers on Fraud Investigation and Forensics

The Nigeria Police Force has commenced a training programme for officers on fraud investigation and forensic techniques to improve evidence-based investigations and prosecutions. Speaking at the opening of the two-day training in Rivers State, Commissioner of Police Olugbenga Adepoju described the programme as a key component of ongoing police reforms being driven by the Inspector-General

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Security General

Police Confirm Death of Missing Commercial Driver in Rivers

The Rivers State Police Command has confirmed the death of a 55-year-old commercial driver who was reported missing two weeks ago. In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Blessing Agabe, said the driver, identified as Christopher Emmanuel Akpabio, was allegedly murdered by a suspected criminal syndicate after being hired by three suspects at

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Security General

SECURITY ANALYST BLAMES FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OVER INSECURITY

Security analyst Stanley Nsofor has accused the Federal Government of failing in its constitutional duty to protect lives and property, saying no part of the country is currently safe. Reacting to recent school abductions in Oyo State, Nsofor expressed disappointment over what he described as government’s lack of urgency in addressing insecurity. He alleged that

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Education General Security

SECURITY: RIVERS TEACHERS DEMAND DEPLOYMENT OF ARMED PERSONNEL TO SCHOOLS

Primary and secondary school teachers in Rivers State have called for the deployment of security personnel to all public schools across the state, citing rising insecurity and fears over attacks and kidnappings. The teachers, under the umbrella of the Nigeria Union of Teachers, said they are worried about the safety of pupils and staff, especially

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Security Politics

DSS Arrests Five Suspected Arms Couriers Linked to Niger School Attack

The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested five suspected arms couriers, including two nationals of Niger, in connection with the supply of weapons to gunmen involved in the attack on St Mary’s Catholic School in Papiri Village, Niger State. The suspects are believed to have provided logistical support to the armed group that attacked

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Security Politics

FG Assures Safe Rescue of Abducted Oyo Teachers, Students

The Federal Government has assured families of teachers, students and pupils abducted in Oyo State that efforts are underway to secure their safe rescue and return. Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila, gave the assurance during a visit to Ogbomosho, where he led a Federal Government delegation to meet with community leaders

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General Security

NSCDC deploys tactical teams across Rivers ahead of 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebration

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Rivers State Command, has deployed specialised and tactical teams across the state ahead of the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebration to strengthen security and ensure the safety of lives and property. This was contained in a statement signed by the State Command Public Relations Officer, Ihemnacho Umeado, following a

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