Police Boss In Plateau Meets With Islamic Movement Leaders To Avert Protest

Law & JusticeNewsNigeriaPolice Boss In Plateau Meets With Islamic Movement Leaders To Avert Protest

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)March 7, 2026

To nip in a bud, rumours of a planned protest in Plateau State in the wake of war between US-Israel and Iran, the Plateau state Commissioner of Police, Bassey Ewah has met with leaders of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria at the Command Headquarters in Jos. The meeting followed a voice note circulating on social media that violent protests would erupt in the city today Friday, March 6, 2026. Ewah reassured residents that the command...

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Army Receives 15 Locally Built Armoured Vehicles to Boost Operations

NewsNigeriaPoliticsArmy Receives 15 Locally Built Armoured Vehicles to Boost Operations

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)March 6, 2026

The Nigerian Army has taken delivery of 15 locally manufactured Vanquisher Light Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs) as part of efforts to strengthen operational effectiveness and deepen Nigeria’s push for indigenous defence technology. The vehicles were formally handed over on 4 March 2026 by the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) in collaboration with Vanquish Industries Limited and the Command Engineering Depot. The development is expected to enhance troop mobility, protection and operational capability in various...

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Over 60,000 schools across Nigeria lack basic security measures – NSCDC

Crime & SecurityEducationNewsNigeriaOver 60,000 schools across Nigeria lack basic security measures – NSCDC

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)February 12, 20262

 Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC Commandant-General Ahmed Audi, disclosed that during this discussion with the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, vulnerability assessments were conducted nationwide. On his part, the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, said Nigeria’s estimated 81,000 schools lack basic security infrastructure. He announced that the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) is the lead agency for school protection of schools nationwide under the Safe Schools Initiative. Alausa stated...

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US Confirms Deployment of Military Team to Nigeria

National SecurityNewsNigeriaUS Confirms Deployment of Military Team to Nigeria

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)February 4, 2026

The United States has confirmed the deployment of a small number of its military personnel to Nigeria, marking the first public acknowledgement of American forces operating on Nigerian soil since Washington conducted airstrikes against suspected Islamic State targets on 25 December 2025. The development was disclosed on Tuesday by General Dagvin R.M. Anderson, commander of the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), during a press briefing. He said the move followed extensive discussions between the governments...

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Egypt, Nigeria, Others Lead Africa’s Strongest Military Forces in 2026 Global Ranking

NewsNigeriaEgypt, Nigeria, Others Lead Africa’s Strongest Military Forces in 2026 Global Ranking

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)January 31, 2026

Across Africa, governments are quietly strengthening their armed forces in response to security threats, regional instability and changing global dynamics. From the deserts of North Africa to the forests of Central Africa, military modernisation and investment have become a growing priority. A report obtained from the 2026 Global Firepower Index on Friday shows how African countries are improving their military capabilities through better training, modern equipment and strategic planning. The Global Firepower Index assesses the...

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Indicted Coup Plotters To Face Death Penalty, Life Imprisonment

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaIndicted Coup Plotters To Face Death Penalty, Life Imprisonment

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)January 27, 2026

At least 16 military officers who were indicted for plotting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu would be sentenced to the death penalty or life imprisonment depends on the level of involvement in the failed coup attempt. The military high command has admitted that the officers who have been in detention since October 2025 were found guilty of the offence. Recall that in October 2025, military officers, ranging from the rank of captain to brigadier-general, were...

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Military Confirms Failed Coup to Overthrow Tinubu in Investigation Report

NewsNigeriaPoliticsMilitary Confirms Failed Coup to Overthrow Tinubu in Investigation Report

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)January 26, 2026

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has formally confirmed that there was an attempt by some military officers to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The confirmation came on Monday in a statement issued by the Director of Defence Information, Samaila Uba, who said investigations carried out by the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) had uncovered credible evidence linking some personnel to the plot. Uba said the investigations, conducted in line with established military procedures, had been concluded...

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Activist Identifies Causes Of Crimes In Society

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaActivist Identifies Causes Of Crimes In Society

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)January 25, 2026

The National Coordinator, Coalition of Northern Groups, Alh. (Comr) Jamilu Aliyu Charanci has identified drug abuse as the brain behind banditry, terrorism, Kidnapping and other social vices in the society. Charanci, stated this while addressing gathering during a public lecture organised by Students Wing of the group, Adamawa State chapter held at the Adamawa State Polytechnic, Yola. The lecture has the theme: “Building Responsible Student Leadership, Combating Drug Abuse, Thuggery, Hate Speech and Campus Disunity...

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NAF Eliminates Over 40 Terrorists In Borno State 

National SecurityNewsNigeriaNAF Eliminates Over 40 Terrorists In Borno State 

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)January 19, 2026

Air Component of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) under Operation HADIN KAI has eliminated more than 40 terrorists in coordinated close air support and air interdiction operations at Azir and Musarram areas of Borno State. This is contained in a statement by the Director, Public Relations and Information, NAF, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame in Abuja, explained that the operations has disrupted planned attacks and bolstering ongoing ground operations. Ejodame said the NAF aircraft, in the...

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Nigerian Army Vows To Tackle Insecurity In Niger State

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaNigerian Army Vows To Tackle Insecurity In Niger State

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)January 7, 2026

The Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to stem the tide of insecurity ravaging Niger State. Shaibu made the declaration during a visit to Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago in Minna and was received at the Council Chamber of Government House, Minna, by the Deputy Governor, Comrade Yakubu Garba. He plans are underway to provide additional resources for training and doctrine of the TRADOC Nigerian Army to...

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