Troops nab  suspected Nigerien terrorist in Yobe, kill scores 

  By Sumaila Ogbaje Troops of the Nigerian Army operating under Operation Hadin Kai, on Monday, apprehended a suspected Nigerien terrorist while attempting to infiltrate a security perimeter in Yobe. The troops also neutralised scores of terrorists, apprehended several others and rescued victims in various operations across theatres of operation.Continue Reading

NCoS, REA sign MoU to power correctional centres nationwide

By Ibironke Ariyo The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deploy renewable energy infrastructure and training centres across custodial centres nationwide. Speaking during the event in Abuja, the Controller General of NCoS, Sylvester Nwakuche, said the MoUContinue Reading

Nigeria, Colombia partner to boost victims’ support, tackle extremism

By Sumaila Ogbaje The National Counter-Terrorism Centre, Office of the National Security Adviser (NCTC-ONSA), has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to tackling violent extremism through inclusive dialogue, strategic partnerships, and support for victims. The National Coordinator, NCTC, Maj.-Gen. Adamu Laka, said this on Monday at a policy dialogue and training on victims’Continue Reading

Security institute alumni mobilise expertise to tackle Nigeria’s security challenges

By Sumaila Ogbaje The Alumni Association of the National Institute for Security Studies (AANISS) says it is strengthening inter-agency synergy and leveraging strategic experience to support national efforts in tackling Nigeria’s security challenges. President of the Association, Mr Mike Ejiofor, said this during the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) ofContinue Reading

DSS boss tasks security alumni on strategic policy roles

By Sumaila Ogbaje The Director-General, Department of State Services (DSS), Mr Adeola Ajayi, has called on alumni of the National Institute for Security Studies (NISS) to move beyond ceremonial affiliations and take up strategic roles in shaping national and continental security policies. Ajayi, who was represented by his Deputy, MrsContinue Reading

DSS boss tasks security alumni on strategic policy roles

By Sumaila Ogbaje The Director-General, Department of State Services (DSS), Mr Adeola Ajayi, has called on Alumni of the National Institute for Security Studies (NISS) to move beyond ceremonial affiliations and take up strategic roles in shaping national and continental security policies. Ajayi, who was represented by his Deputy, MrsContinue Reading

NAF, NASENI deepen defence, aerospace innovation ties

By Sumaila Ogbaje The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) have signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen indigenous research, development, and innovation in defence and aerospace sectors. Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, NAF’s Director, Public Relations and Information, said theContinue Reading

COAS hails NDC Course 33 for innovative security solutions

By Sumaila Ogbaje The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has commended participants of the National Defence College (NDC) Course 33 for offering innovative and futuristic solutions to national security challenges. The Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Lt.-Col. Appolonia Anele, said that Oluyede gave the commendation on Friday inContinue Reading