Security

Dec
04
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
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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Nov
30
2025
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Again, Otti Moves For Nnamdi Kanu’s Release, Visits Him In Sokoto Prison

Again, Otti Moves For Nnamdi Kanu’s Release, Visits Him In Sokoto Prison

Abia State, Crime, News Flash, Security
Again, Otti Moves For Nnamdi Kanu’s Release, Visits Him In Sokoto Prison Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, visited Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the jailed leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), at the Sokoto Correctional Centre on Sunday. Kanu was recently sentenced to life imprisonment by Justice James Omotosho after he was found guilty on all seven counts of terrorism offences. The charges related to his secessionist agitations, acts of terrorism, membership of a proscribed group, killing of security operatives, destruction of public property, concealment, and the importation of an unregistered radio transmitter. The IPOB leader, who had been in…
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Nov
28
2025
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Pastor Ashimolowo Calls For Training Of NYSC Members To Assist In Security Operations

Pastor Ashimolowo Calls For Training Of NYSC Members To Assist In Security Operations

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Security, Youths
Pastor Ashimolowo Calls For Training Of NYSC Members To Assist In Security Operations Lead pastor of Kingsways International Christian Centre (KICC), Matthew Ashimolowo, on Thursday urged Nigerians to support President Bola Tinubu in tackling the country’s security challenges. He praised the president’s commitment to improving security but emphasized that citizen support is crucial for success. Ashimolowo made the comments during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily. The clergyman stressed that Nigerians must back government efforts to combat banditry, terrorism, and other criminal activities. He said the nation needs a turnaround and called on every citizen to help raise security…
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Nov
28
2025
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Legalize Every Responsible Nigerian To Carry Arms – Senator Fadahunsi Tells Tinubu

Legalize Every Responsible Nigerian To Carry Arms – Senator Fadahunsi Tells Tinubu

Columns/Opinions/Letters, National Assembly, News Flash, Security, True Life Confession
Legalize Every Responsible Nigerian To Carry Arms – Senator Fadahunsi Tells Tinubu Senator Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi has warned that the presidency must be told the full truth about nigeria’s worsening insecurity “so that we are not consumed.” Speaking during a senate plenary, he described the country as one heavily armed yet overrun by “useless boys” terrorising citizens without resistance. He said the situation has pushed nigeria close to “a military-style environment,” noting that the nation is “almost at war.” Adenigba urged the commander-in-chief to “re-examine the architecture around him” and take decisive action before the crisis deepens further. The senator…
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Nov
25
2025
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US To Provide Intelligence Support, Defence, Equipment To Nigeria – FGN Reveals

US To Provide Intelligence Support, Defence, Equipment To Nigeria – FGN Reveals

FGN, Foreign Affairs, Human Rights, Security
US To Provide Intelligence Support, Defence Equipment To Nigeria – FG Reveals The Federal Government says the United States has agreed to step up its security partnership with Nigeria. According to the Presidency, Washington has committed to providing intelligence support, defence equipment, and other strategic assistance to help Nigeria tackle terrorism and violent extremism more effectively. Officials described the development as a major outcome of last week’s engagements between a high-level Nigerian delegation and key US institutions. The delegation, led by National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, held several meetings across Washington, including with senior officials from the US Congress, the…
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Nov
25
2025
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South-West Governors Demand State Police Amid Rising Insecurity

South-West Governors Demand State Police Amid Rising Insecurity

News Flash, Security, South West
South-west Governors Demand State Police Amid Rising Insecurity Following a recent surge in insecurity that has unsettled communities across the region, governors of the Southwest states, operating as the Southwest Governors’ Forum, have stated their demand for state Police. They declared that establishing State Police “can no longer be delayed” and officially unveiled a new regional security architecture designed to protect lives and property throughout the zone. The governors met at the Executive Chamber of the Governor’s Office in Ibadan, hosted by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde. Their extensive deliberations covered crucial issues, including security, economic development, agriculture, and regional…
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Nov
23
2025
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CAN Declares Nationwide Prayer Over ‘Christian Genocide’

CAN Declares Nationwide Prayer Over ‘Christian Genocide’

News Flash, Religion, Security
CAN Declares Nationwide Prayer Over ‘Christian Genocide’ The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has declared a one-day national prayer to address what it describes as the “ongoing Christian genocide in the country.” The decision followed resolutions reached during the association’s 4th Quarter National Executive Council (NEC) meeting, held on November 18, 2025, in Jos, Plateau State. The declaration was conveyed in an official circular dated November 20, 2025, signed by CAN’s General Secretary, Apostle Prof. Samson Fatokun, and issued from the association’s National Headquarters at the National Christian Centre, Abuja. The message was addressed to CAN bloc leaders, zonal and…
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