Security Politics

Akwa Ibom, Rivers Police Commissioners Unite Against Crime

The Commissioners of Police in Akwa Ibom and Rivers states have agreed to strengthen collaboration in tackling piracy, kidnapping, cultism and other cross-border crimes affecting both states. The police chiefs said the partnership will focus on intelligence sharing, joint operations and coordinated security strategies to improve safety along the waterways and border communities. They noted

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Several Feared Dead in Fresh Attack on Benue Community

Several people have reportedly been killed following an early morning attack on Sai Community in Mbajir Council Ward of Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State. Residents said the attackers stormed the community in the early hours, opening fire on villagers and causing panic as many fled for safety. The exact number of casualties has

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Two Police Officers Killed in Attack Along Aluu-Airport Road

Two police officers attached to the Aluu Police Division have been killed by suspected armed criminals during an attack along the Aluu axis of the Obiri Ikwerre-Airport Road in Rivers State. The officers were reportedly conducting a stop-and-search operation on Monday night when the attackers, who were travelling in a mini bus, opened fire on

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FG Moves to End Fine Option for Convicted Drug Traffickers – NDLEA

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says the Federal Government is working to remove the option of fines for convicted drug traffickers, describing the provision as a loophole that weakens the fight against drug-related crimes. NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, disclosed this while highlighting ongoing efforts to strengthen the country’s anti-drug laws and improve the

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Rivers Police Arrest Suspected Armed Robber, Recover Firearms

The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a suspected armed robber and recovered multiple firearms and live ammunition during an intelligence-led operation. In a statement, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Grace Iringe-Koko, said operatives acting on credible intelligence arrested the suspect, identified as Austine Emenike, popularly known as “Oyibo,” from Aluu in Ikwerre Local

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Troops Kill Two Suspected Lakurawa Terrorists, Recover Arms in Kebbi

Troops of Sector 2 of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have neutralised two suspected members of the Lakurawa terrorist group and recovered arms and ammunition during a military operation in the Sabarumawa axis of Kebbi State. The operation was carried out on June 27 following credible intelligence indicating that the terrorists

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Security Politics

Benue Police Launch Investigation into Killing of Miyetti Allah Chairman, Another Victim

The Benue State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into the killing of the state chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Risku Mohammed, and another man, Yakubu Isa, by suspected gunmen. The State Commissioner of Police, Cletus Nwadiogbu, said the victims were ambushed and killed while returning from a

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Nigerian Army Reshuffles Senior Officers, Appoints New GOC 6 Division

The Nigerian Army has announced a major reshuffle of its senior officers, affecting key operational, command, training and staff appointments across the country. In a statement issued by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the Army said the redeployment, approved by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, is

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General Security

Police Arrest Suspected Bandit Logistics Supplier in Ilorin

The Nigeria Police Force has disrupted a suspected bandit logistics network with the arrest of a key suspect in Ilorin, Kwara State. Police said the suspect was allegedly involved in supplying logistical support to bandit groups operating in parts of the country. The arrest followed intelligence-led operations aimed at dismantling criminal networks aiding armed gangs.

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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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