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June 22, 2026

KOGI INTERCEPTS LARGE CACHE OF ARMS MEANT FOR CRIMINAL NETWORKS

The Kogi State Government has announced the interception of a large cache of arms and ammunition believed to have been destined for criminal networks operating within and around the state, in a major security breakthrough that underscores the effectiveness of intelligence-led operations against criminal elements. The Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, disclosed... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Crime, Defence, Military, Nigeria News, Police, Politics
June 20, 2026

NATIONAL SECURITY: Why Nigeria Must Regulate the Proliferation of Private Security Establishments Before the Shadows Overrun the State

By Festus Fifen   In the contemporary Nigerian landscape, the sound of sirens and the sight of khaki-clad men wielding batons—or increasingly, assault rifles—have become as ubiquitous as the traffic in Lagos or the kulikuli seller in Kano. From the gated communities of Lekki, Maitama, Guzape , Osubi, Effurun to the remote farming outposts of... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Defence, Featured, Governance, Justice, Legal, Nigeria Capital, Nigeria News, Police, Politics
June 17, 2026

Gov. Ododo Briefs NSA On Joint Security Force Elimination Of Terrorist Kingpin, Battijo

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has formally briefed the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, on the successful security operation that led to the neutralisation of notorious terrorist and bandit kingpin, Kachalla Ibrahim Battijo. ​The meeting, which took place in Abuja, detailed how a joint force of Federal... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Defence, Governance, Justice, Legal, Military, Nigeria News, Politics
June 12, 2026

JUNE 12: ‘Democracy Without Security is Not Solid’ — President Tinubu Declares on Democracy Day, Allocates Record N5.41trn for Defence

By Festus Fifen In a high-stakes Democracy Day address marking 27 years of unbroken civilian rule in Nigeria, Nigeria President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday declared a national security emergency, asserting that the survival of Nigeria’s democratic institutions is inextricably linked to the safety of its citizens. The President’s speech, delivered through a national broadcast... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, Business, community, Crime, Defence, Education, Finance, Governance, Health, Justice, Military, Nigeria Capital, Nigeria News, Police, Politics
May 12, 2026

Gov. Ododo Assures Strong Collaboration to Combat Insecurity as Armed Forces College Visits Kogi

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has announced plans to deepen collaboration with the Nigerian Armed Forces to ensure protection of lives and property in all parts of the state.   Governor Ododo made the declaration while receiving students of Senior Course 48 of the Armed Forces Command... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Crime, Defence, Governance, Military, Nigeria News, Politics
May 11, 2026

President Tinubu Appoints Major General Fadewa (Rtd) As Special Adviser Homeland Security 

By Festus Fifen President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has approved the appointment of Major General Adeyinka Fadewa (Rtd) as Special Adviser on Homeland Security, in recognition of his exceptional record of service, strategic expertise, and outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s national security architecture.   In a circular signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation,... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Defence, Governance, Military, Nigeria Capital, Nigeria News, Politics
April 28, 2026

Alleged $6.23m Fraud: Witness Tells Court Funds Were Diverted from CBN for Election Observers

By ifeoma Onyekachi   A prosecution witness on Monday told the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Maitama, Abuja, that $6.23 million was allegedly diverted from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) under the pretext of funding foreign observers for the 2023 general election.   The witness, Chinedu Eneanya, appeared before Justice Hamza Muazu... Read More
Africa News, Crime, Defence, Justice, Legal
April 16, 2026

WHO: Measles Vaccination Prevents 20 Million Deaths in Africa, Coverage Gaps Persist

  A new continental review has revealed that millions of lives have been saved through sustained vaccination efforts in Africa, even as uneven coverage continues to threaten progress against preventable diseases.   The joint analysis by the World Health Organization and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance shows that measles immunisation alone has averted nearly 20 million... Read More
Africa News, Business, Defence, Health, Nigeria Capital
April 15, 2026

U.S. Enforces Naval Blockade on Iran, Shutting Down Maritime Trade

    The United States has announced the full enforcement of a naval blockade targeting Iran, effectively bringing the country’s maritime trade to a halt amid escalating tensions in the region.   According to United States Central Command, the operation has secured control over key maritime routes, stopping vessels from entering or leaving Iranian ports.... Read More
Africa News, Business, community, Defence, Military, World News
April 8, 2026

Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, other ADC leaders protest in Abuja

By ifeoma Onyekachi Opposition Leaders Stage Protest at INEC Headquarters in Abuja Tensions escalated in Nigeria’s capital on Wednesday as leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) led a mass protest to the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), accusing the electoral body of bias and interference in party affairs.   The demonstration,... Read More
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