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August 14, 2026

Insecurity: Military Launches Fresh North-West Offensive Against Terrorists, Criminals

The Nigerian military has launched a fresh offensive against terrorists and armed criminal groups operating across the North-West, as security forces intensify efforts to disrupt their networks and prevent them from establishing new operational bases. The operation, code-named Operation CLEAN SWEEP IV, is being conducted by the Headquarters Theatre Command, Joint Task Force North-West, Operation... Read More
Africa News, Defence, Military, Police
July 17, 2026

Breaking : Kogi announces rescue of kidnapped victims in exam centre attack

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London The Kogi State Government has announced the successful rescue of the four persons kidnapped during the recent attack on an unauthorised examination center in Olowa, Dekina Local Government Area of the state. The Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, disclosed this in a statement released on Thursday,... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Governance, Justice, Legal, Military, Nigeria News, Politics
July 15, 2026

Gov. Ododo Mobilises Massive Security Operation To Rescue Abducted School Principal, Neco Officials, Students

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   The Kogi State Government has mobilised a massive multi-agency security operation to secure the safe rescue of four persons abducted from Government Secondary School (GSS), Olowa in Dekina Local Government Area during the ongoing National Examinations Council (NECO) examinations.   The operation, directed by the Governor of Kogi... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Defence, Governance, Military, Nigeria News, Police, Politics
July 4, 2026

KOGI RECOVERS ABOUT 1,000 RUSTLED LIVESTOCK IN OFFENSIVE AGAINST LATE BATTIJO’S GANG, OTHER BANDITS

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   The Kogi State Government, in collaboration with the 12 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Hybrid Forces from the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigeria Police Force, local vigilantes and hunters, has recovered about 1,000 rustled livestock in sustained security... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Governance, Military, Nigeria News, Politics
June 24, 2026

Gov Ododo Inspects Army Barracks in Anyigba, Hails President Tinubu’s Massive Security Investments in Kogi State

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   Governror Ahmed Usman Ododo has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his unwavering commitment to strengthening security architecture across Nigeria, particularly in Kogi State, saying the President’s strategic investments and support for security agencies have significantly curtailed criminal activities in the state.   He made this known during... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, community, Crime, Defence, Governance, Military, Nigeria News, Politics
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 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
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