Security
Security forces in Enugu State have neutralized four gunmen suspected to be members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its militant wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), following a successful operation early Wednesday morning. The gunmen were reportedly preparing for an attack in the Eha Alumona area of Nsukka Local Government Area when […]
In a statement issued by Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, the Nigerian military recounted the tragic events in Gworza Local Government Area, Borno State, where a series of suicide bombings over the weekend resulted in significant loss of life. “Given that we are in a state of war, it must be […]
The House of Representatives has called on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA) to conduct further public enlightenment on the Cyber Crimes Act and the implementation of the 0.05 per cent levy. This comes amidst misconceptions that the levy is to be charged to individuals. The […]
The lawmaker representing Birin-Kebbi/Kalgo/Bunza Federal Constituency, Ibrahim Mohammed, has expressed support for a motion advocating special admission privileges for graduates of Nigerian Military Schools (NMS) into the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA). Mohammed emphasized that while advocating for preferential treatment, merit-based admission processes would not be compromised. He clarified during a Wednesday plenary session that the […]
Following a rainstorm that struck the old Suleja Correctional Centre in Suleja Local Government Area of Niger State on Wednesday night, an unspecified number of inmates managed to escape as a section of the facility’s fence was destroyed. The storm, accompanied by heavy rainfall at around 9 pm, caused significant damage to parts of the […]
Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Nigeria, represented by the Civil Society Organization Network of Nigeria (CSONN), have called upon President Bola Tinubu to investigate the alarming proliferation of arms in the Niger Delta region. This appeal was made during a mass demonstration held at the NNPC headquarters in Abuja on Monday. CSONN highlighted the dire […]
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has expressed his commitment to collaborate with the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, to address the prevailing insecurity in the FCT and across Nigeria. During a recent visit by Gen. Musa to Abuja, Wike commended the relentless efforts of the Nigerian military in […]
The Defence Headquarters has announced that 97 individuals are wanted for their involvement in violent crimes across the country. This list includes terrorists, insurgents, and other criminals. Notably, Simon Ekpa, a factional leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), is among those declared wanted. Maj. Gen. Edward Buba, the Director of Defence Media […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has strongly denounced the recent attack on military personnel in Delta State, emphasizing that those responsible for the heinous act will face the full force of the law. Last Thursday, a tragic incident unfolded as Nigerian army personnel, including high-ranking officers and soldiers, were ambushed and killed by youths during a […]
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has intensified efforts to curb the rampant menace of crude oil theft in the country, seeking support from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in this critical endeavour. During an interactive session held at the NNPC Towers in Abuja, Mr Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer […]
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