DHQ probes claims of troops’ withdrawal before Kebbi school abduction

By Sumaila Ogbaje The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says it has opened an investigation into claims that troops were withdrawn shortly before terrorists abducted students of Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, Kebbi. A total of 25 students were abducted from the school located in Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area of theContinue Reading

Navy reaffirms commitment to national security, seeks citizens’ support

By Sumaila Ogbaje The Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Adm. Idi Abbas, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Navy’s commitment to protecting Nigeria, urging citizens to complement security efforts by providing timely and credible information. Abbas, represented by the Chief of Administration, Rear Adm. Jonathan Mamman, spoke on Saturday duringContinue Reading

Police reaffirm readiness as ECAPI pushes for stronger community security ties

  By Deborah Akpede   The Nigeria Police Force has reaffirmed its commitment to improving efficiency and officer readiness as Eagle Crime Awareness and Prevention Initiative(ECAPI) intensifies efforts to boost community involvement in national security. Mr Benjamin Okolo, the Deputy Inspector-General(DIG) of Police in charge of the Force Intelligence DepartmentContinue Reading

Schoolgirls’ abduction: Tinubu orders defence minister’s relocation to Kebbi

By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu has directed the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, to relocate to Kebbi State over the abduction of 24 schoolgirls in the state.‎ ‎This is contained in a statement issued by Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, on Thursday in Abuja.‎ ‎Matawalle, who wasContinue Reading

NCoS National spokesman Umar retires, unveils book on correctional reforms

By Ibironke Ariyo Deputy Controller of Corrections (DCC) Abubakar Umar, the spokesman of Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS), has retired after 35 years of service. Speaking at his retirement dinner and book launch on Thursday in Abuja, Umar called for deeper professionalism and a renewed commitment to the values guiding theContinue Reading

COAS charges troops to sustain courage, professionalism in North-West operations

By Sumaila Ogbaje The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has urged troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA to remain resolute and professional while intensifying efforts to restore peace across North-West. Shaibu gave the charge during his maiden operational visit to the operation’s Area of Responsibility in Zamfara. ThisContinue Reading

EU, Search unveil youth reality show to tackle insecurity in N/W

By Sumaila Ogbaje In a fresh push to counter rising insecurity and rebuild social cohesion in the North-West, the European Union (EU) and Search for Common Ground on Tuesday inaugurated the “Hustle” reality show (Buge Buge). The project is an innovative youth-focused entrepreneurship programme designed to strengthen peace, economic resilienceContinue Reading