Security

Dec
09
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Why Our Aircraft Landed In Burkina Faso – Nigerian Airforce Clarifies

Why Our Aircraft Landed In Burkina Faso – Nigerian Airforce Clarifies

News Flash, Security
Why Our Aircraft Landed In Burkina Faso – Nigerian Air Force Clarifies The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has stated that its aircraft that landed in Burkina Faso Monday night did so for safety reasons and “in accordance with standard safety procedures and international aviation protocols.” In a Tuesday statement by its spokesperson, Ehimen Ejodame, the air force said the crew of the NAF C-130 aircraft “observed a technical concern which necessitated a precautionary landing in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, the nearest airfield.” Burkina Faso and its two allies in the AES had accused the Nigerian aircraft of violating Burkina Faso’s airspace.…
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Dec
09
2025
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Just-In: 7 Women Protesters Killed In Adamawa

Just-In: 7 Women Protesters Killed In Adamawa

News Flash, Northern Nigeria, Security
Just-In: 7 Women Protesters Killed In Adamawa Seven women died while 11 others were injured yesterday during a protest in Lamurde Local Government Area of Adamawa State. According to Daily Trust, the women were protesting what they termed delayed response by the military to calm tensions between Bachama and Chobo communities of the LGA, when the incident occurred. The women, who were seen holding leaves blocked the movement of troops into the area, accusing security agencies of delayed responses and biased interventions in favour of the Chobo community. However, during the confrontation, sources said the military allegedly fired shots into…
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Dec
09
2025
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UN Reacts To Millitary Coup In Benin Republic After Nigeria’s Airstrikes

UN Reacts To Millitary Coup In Benin Republic After Nigeria’s Airstrikes

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Security
UN Reacts To Military Coup In Benin Republic After Nigeria’s Airstrikes The United Nations, regional powers and neighbouring Nigeria have thrown their weight behind President Patrice Talon after an attempted military takeover in Benin Republic was swiftly crushed. UN Secretary-General António Guterres, in a statement issued through his office, said he was deeply worried by the move to “unconstitutionally seize power” in the West African nation, warning that any attempt to derail democratic governance in Benin could further destabilise an already fragile region. Guterres called for strict adherence to the rule of law and Benin’s constitution, stressing that democratic institutions…
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Dec
08
2025
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South-East Under Siege: How Insecurity Is Redefinning Governance Tests For Otti And Other Governors – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

South-East Under Siege: How Insecurity Is Redefinning Governance Tests For Otti And Other Governors – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Security, South East
SOUTH-EAST UNDER SIEGE: HOW INSECURITY IS REDEFINING GOVERNANCE TESTS FOR OTTI AND OTHER GOVERNORS The South-East of Nigeria is passing through one of its gravest security crises since the end of the civil war. From Abia to Imo, Ebonyi to Enugu and Anambra, violence has assumed a frightening regularity, marked by kidnappings, ambushes, extrajudicial killings, forced disappearances and crippling economic shutdowns. Once known primarily for commerce and enterprise, the region is now increasingly defined by fear. For governors like Dr. Alex Otti of Abia State, insecurity has become not just a policy challenge but the ultimate test of leadership. A…
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Dec
04
2025
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NEC Approves N100 Billion For Rehabilitation Of Security Agencies’ Training Facilities

NEC Approves N100 Billion For Rehabilitation Of Security Agencies’ Training Facilities

Armed Forces, News Flash, Security
NEC Approves N100 Billion For Rehabilitation Of Security Agencies’ Training Facilities The National Economic Council (NEC) has approved the sum of N100 billion, subject to a final ratification by President Bola Tinubu, for rehabilitation of training institutions for police and other security agencies in Nigeria. This followed recommendations by the ad hoc committee earlier constituted to assess the state of police and security agencies’ training institutions nationwide. NEC is chaired by the Vice President Kashim Shettima and has 36 state Governors as members. Other members include the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, the Minister of Economic…
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Dec
04
2025
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US To Impose Visa Restrictions On Nigerians Responsible For Christian Genocide

US To Impose Visa Restrictions On Nigerians Responsible For Christian Genocide

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Religion, Security
US To Impose Visa Restrictions On Nigerians Responsible For Christian Genocide The US government has introduced a new policy which allows it to impose a visa ban on people considered responsible for the attack on Nigerian Christians. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the US State Department said the policy allows it to deny visas to those who have directed, authorised, supported, participated in, or carried out abuses targeting people based on faith. The US government said the policy was being implemented under Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. Through the new policy, family members of affected persons…
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Dec
04
2025
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Senate Confirms Ex-CDS Musa As Defence Minister After Fierce Screening

Senate Confirms Ex-CDS Musa As Defence Minister After Fierce Screening

National Assembly, News Flash, Security
Senate Confirms Ex-CDS Musa As Defence Minister After Fierce Screening The Senate on Wednesday approved the appointment of former Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa (retd.), as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence. The confirmation rounded off a lengthy and highly scrutinised five-hour session that placed national security concerns at the centre of debate. Lawmakers subjected the nominee to probing questions on a series of recent security failures, most notably the controversial withdrawal of soldiers from Government Comprehensive Girls Secondary School, Maga, in Kebbi State, shortly before armed men abducted several students on 17 November, an incident that triggered widespread…
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Dec
04
2025
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China Pledges Support For Nigeria’s Anti-Terrorism Efforts, Trade Expansion

China Pledges Support For Nigeria’s Anti-Terrorism Efforts, Trade Expansion

Business, Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Security
China Pledges Support For Nigeria’s Anti-terrorism Efforts, Trade Expansion Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, met with Foreign Affairs Minister, Yusuf Tuggar, on Wednesday to discuss bilateral relations and ongoing cooperation between the two countries. This was contained in a statement issued by the Chinese Embassy in Abuja. Dunhai said, “Through the joint efforts of both sides, the China-Nigeria comprehensive strategic partnership has entered the fast track.” He highlighted China’s commitment to international cooperation, referencing the country’s 15th Five-Year Plan, and noted that “China and Nigeria have always understood and supported each other on issues concerning each other’s core interests.”…
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Dec
04
2025
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‘Stop Calling On Trump, He Has No Business In Nigeria’ – APC Senator Warns Nigerians

‘Stop Calling On Trump, He Has No Business In Nigeria’ – APC Senator Warns Nigerians

National Assembly, News Flash, Religion, Security
‘Stop Calling On Trump, He Has No Business In Nigeria’ – APC Senator Warns Nigerians Senator Abdulaziz Yari representing Zamfara West, has cautioned Nigerians against seeking help from US President Donald Trump on the country’s security challenges. Speaking on Wednesday in Abuja at the flag-off of the One Nigeria Project organised by the National Association of Former Local Government Council Chairmen (NALGON), Yari said no foreign leader can solve Nigeria’s problems. His words: “Stop calling on Trump. Trump has no business in Nigeria. The problems of Nigeria will be solved by Nigerians.” Yari said growing frustration over insecurity has led…
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Dec
03
2025
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Any Police Officer Escorting VIP Is On Illegal Duty, Will Be Arrested – Force Spokesman

Any Police Officer Escorting VIP Is On Illegal Duty, Will Be Arrested – Force Spokesman

Abuja, News Flash, Police Force, Security
Any Police Officer Escorting VIP Is On Illegal Duty, Will Be Arrested — Force Spokesman The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has warned that any police officer found providing escort or protection for Very Important Persons (VIPs) will be arrested, describing such assignments as “illegal duty” under the current directive of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun. Force Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, issued the warning on Tuesday while speaking as a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme. Hundeyin stressed that the enforcement operation is fully underway, emphasising that all officers attached to VIP protection duties have been withdrawn.…
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