Category: Security
National Security Adviser Highlights Social Media Misuse as Top Security Threat
In a recent address, the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, underscored the significant threat posed by the misuse of social media, labeling it a top priority for national security both locally and globally. Ribadu disclosed that the National Security Strategy (NSS) underwent its most recent review in 2015, leading to the introduction of the…
NSCDC Mining Marshals Apprehend Four Chinese Nationals in Nasarawa State
In a daring operation, the Mining Marshals of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have apprehended four Chinese nationals at an unauthorized mining hotspot where lithium is being illicitly traded. The arrests took place in the Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. According to a statement released by the NSCDC Public Relations…
Tragedy Strikes Abeokuta: Gas Explosion Claims One Life, Destroys Properties
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun has expressed deep sympathy for the victims of a devastating gas explosion that rocked the Ita-Oshin area of Abeokuta, the state capital, around 5 pm today. According to reports, the incident occurred following a fire sparked by a lone accident involving a gas truck with the inscription Gasco Marine Bar…
Anambra State Police Command Arrests 16 Cultists, Declares 21 Wanted in Intensive Crackdown
Following the recent passage of the Anti-cultism bill by the Anambra House of Assembly, the Anambra State Police Command has launched a robust crackdown on cult-related violence, resulting in the arrest of 16 notorious cultists and the declaration of 21 others as wanted fugitives. These decisive actions were taken to curb the alarming trend of…
Anambra State House of Assembly Passes Bill to Criminalize Secret Cultism
In a bid to tackle the menace of secret cultism and its related crimes, the Anambra State House of Assembly has approved a groundbreaking bill that imposes stringent penalties on offenders. The newly approved bill, which seeks to outlaw secret cultism and associated activities, comes with severe consequences for individuals involved in such clandestine groups….
N4.6 Billion Traced to Bafarawa’s Son in ONSA Arms Deal Trial
In a courtroom revelation that sent shockwaves through the legal proceedings, a witness in the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) arms deal trial has disclosed that a staggering sum of N4.633 billion has been traced to the account of Dalhatu Investment Limited, with connections to the son of former Sokoto State governor, Attahiru…
Tragedy Strikes: Lawmaker Calls for Justice Following Fatal Incident Involving LAUTECH Students
In a tragic turn of events, a distressing incident unfolded in the early hours of Tuesday at the Replay Lounge, Under G, Ogbomoso, resulting in the loss of life of a corps member and leaving two others critically injured. The incident, involving some students from the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) and police officers,…
Police Apprehend Notorious Car-Snatching Syndicate, Recover Twelve Stolen Vehicles
In a significant breakthrough, the police command has successfully apprehended a notorious car-snatching syndicate operating in the Warri and Sapele areas. The syndicate, comprised of three individuals, has been identified as specialists in the illicit activity of stealing cars and altering vehicle identification details to evade detection. The suspects, whose identities have not been disclosed…
Cult Clash Update: Itire Residents Urged to Exercise Caution Amid Escalating Tensions
Following yesterday’s disturbing incident at Itire bus stop, Ajegunle, Lagos, where two individuals were attacked in a violent clash between rival cult groups, fresh developments have emerged regarding the situation. Reports now confirm that one of the individuals involved in the altercation, who was tragically eliminated, was affiliated with the Eiye cult group. The incident,…
Kenya Mourns as Military Commander Dies in Helicopter Crash
Kenya is in mourning following the tragic death of its top military commander, General Francis Omondi Ogolla, in a helicopter crash in West Pokot. President William Ruto announced the devastating news in a televised address to the nation after convening an urgent meeting of the National Security Council at State House, Nairobi. The helicopter crash…