Category: Defence/Security

Troops of the Nigerian Army have intensified their offensive against terrorist groups, killing several high-profile fighters and recovering dangerous weapons, including rocket bombs, in Borno State. The army announced on X (formerly Twitter) that the operation, carried out on September 29, 2024, in the Ajiri and Mastari villages of Bama Local Government Area, further crippled…

Troops of the Nigerian Army conducting counter-terrorism operations in Borno State have successfully killed five terrorists in a recent operation. The incident occurred during a raid on the terrorists’ strongholds in Ajiri and Mastari villages within the Bama Local Government Area. In a statement released on X, the Army reported that the operation yielded significant…

From Lateef Taiwo The Northern Youth Development Association of Nigeria has alleged that Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has turned insecurity into a political tool, using his platform to wage a campaign of calumny against the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle. Briefing newsmen in Abuja on Friday, the association’s National Secretary, Abdukadir Yusuf,…

From Lateef Taiwo The Senate adhoc Committee on Constitution Review started it’s two-day, retreat in Kano on Friday with a disclosure that the National Assembly will produce the draft bill in December 2025. Speakers at the event, jointly organised with the Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre(PLAC), wanted the proposed reviews to focus on Local Government…

From Lateef Taiwo Leaders in the country has been urged to provide good governance to Nigerians instead of unleashing security agencies to threaten citizens who protest against bad governance, arguing that good governance will stop all forms of protest. Speaking as Special Guest of honor at the Third Quarter Media Chat on the Theme: The…

Lagbaja, has expressed serious concern over the increasing cases of drug abuse among soldiers deployed in various operational theatres. Speaking through Brig. Gen. Ibikunle Ajose, acting General Officer Commanding, 8 Division, during a seminar on “Optimising Warrior Ethos in the Nigerian Army: A Panacea for Operational Effectiveness” in Sokoto, Lagbaja highlighted the adverse impact of…

From Lateef Taiwo The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, has said that the full domestication of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act (ACJA) by the states of the federation will soon end the escape of inter state criminals in the country. Fagbemi, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN,…

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the creation of a Disaster Relief Fund aimed at enhancing rapid emergency response across Nigeria. This fund is designed to provide swift support to victims of natural disasters, including floods, fires, and other emergencies, ensuring timely relief and recovery efforts. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the…

A security expert Captain Bish Johnson has criticised Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal for prioritising the 2027 elections over addressing the state’s banditry crisis. In an interview on TVC, Johnson praised security agents for their capacity to tackle the issue, citing the recent elimination of notorious bandit kingpin Halilu Sububu. However, he expressed concern that…

Ahead of the Edo governorship election scheduled for Saturday, a heavy military presence has been established at the borders with Kogi, Delta, Ondo, and Anambra states. This deployment aims to ensure a secure voting environment. In addition, around 100 operatives from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have been dispatched to monitor for instances…