Category: Defence/Security
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Ododo hails Security operatives in Kogi State for Rescuing 43 abducted Bus Passengers
…elated by clearance of 460 pilgrims from the State for 2024 Hajj From Lateef Taiwo The Governor of Kogi State , Ahmed Usman Ododo has applauded security agencies in the state for their efforts in the rescue of 43 bus passengers who were abducted outside the state but rescued from criminal elements by security agencies…
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NSCDC to Deploy Gun Truck to Kuje Correctional Centre for Enhanced Security
By Milcah Tanimu The FCT Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has announced plans to deploy a gun truck to the Kuje Medium Security Custodial Centre in order to bolster security around the facility. This decision was disclosed by the Command’s spokesperson, Samuel Idoko, in a statement released on Wednesday in…
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Fresh Influx Of Fulani Herdsmen Into Benue Some Indigenes Responsible- Alia Cries Out
From Lateef Taiwo Benue State Governor Reverend Father Hyacinth Alia has blamed the sudden influx of Fulani herdsmen into the state on some indigenes of the state bent on frustrating his administration. Governor Alia who made the allegations while interacting with leaders of unions and Market Associations Monday, at the old banquet hall of government…
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Former Aviation Minister Osita Chidoka Expresses Concerns Over Economic Hardship in Nigeria
Former Minister of Aviation Osita Chidoka has expressed worry over the dire economic hardship in Nigeria, saying that ” The number of students unable to afford fees, books, or proper meals deeply disturb me. The atmosphere is enveloped by a profound sense of despair and hopelessness, almost fear” The former Road Safety Corps Marshal in…
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Retired Police Officers Petition IGP Over Unpaid Cooperative Society Savings
Members of the Edo State chapter of Retired Senior Police Officers’ Association of Nigeria have petitioned the Inspector General of Police IGP over inability of members of the Police Cooperative Society to access their savings after retirement. In the petition titled “Multi billion MULTI BILLION Naira Sleaze in the Nigeria Police Cooperative Society Limited: A…
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Nigeria to Enhance Defence Cooperation with France to Combat Terrorism, Says Defence Minister
The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar CON, mni, has announced plans by the Federal Government, under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, to bolster defence cooperation with France in tackling terrorism, banditry, and other criminal activities in Nigeria. This declaration was made during a meeting with members of the French Parliament and Defence Commission led…
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Insecurity: Reps Urge COAS, IGP, NSCDC to Redeploy Personel to Oke-Ako in Ekiti State
From Lateef Taiwo The House of Representative has called on the Chief of Army Staff, Taoreed Lagbaja, the Inspector General of Police, IGP, Koyode Egbetokun among other security agencies to immediately deploy it’ personnel to Oke-Ako area of Ekiti state in order to forestall incessant security challenges in the state Lawmakers in the House said…
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UNILORIN debunks abduction story of its student
* Management says varsity is safe Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin The management of the University of Ilorin has expressed grave concern about a purported kidnap story of one of its students, Moyosore Bright. A statement by the Director, Corporate Affairs of the University, Kunle Akogun, said: “The said student is hale and hearty, and her…
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Obaseki Orders Reaccreditation Of Over 6,500 Vigilante Personnel, Moves To Boost Security
From our Correspondent The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has ordered the reaccreditation of all operatives of the State’s Security Vigilante Network, numbering over 6,500, in a renewed effort to strengthen the State’s security architecture to combat crime and ensure the security of lives and property of residents. Obaseki gave the order during a…
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Taskforce Uncovers Pickpockets Hotspots Under Abuja Bridges, Subways
From Lateef Taiwo The FCT Joint Taskforce on City Sanitation has uncovered pickpockets hotspots under some bridges and subways within Central Business District (CBD), Maitama and Wise Districts of the nation’s capital. The team stormed and raided subways and bridges around the three Arms zone, especially roads connecting Women Affairs Ministry, Police headquarters, Court of…