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Army Offensive Rocks Katsina Forests, Rescues Chained Victim, Recovers Rustled Livestock
Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation CLEAN SWEEP have intensified offensive operations in Katsina State, recording significant successes against terrorist elements through sustained, intelligence-led missions.
NPF-NCCC Uncovers ₦7.7 Billion Telecom Fraud, Arrests Key Suspects
The Nigeria Police Force, through the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC), has made significant breakthroughs in the investigation of a major cybercrime syndicate linked to telecom data fraud valued at over ₦7.7 billion.
State Police Bill: A Watershed Moment for Nigeria’s Security Architecture
The passage of the State Police Bill by the House of Representatives marks one of the most significant legislative developments in Nigeria’s democratic history and a major step forward in the nation’s fight against insecurity.
Jakande Leads Security Stakeholders’ Meeting to Enhance Safety of Schools in Òdì-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA
In a proactive move to strengthen security and protect lives and property, particularly within educational institutions, the Executive Chairman of Òdì-Olowo/Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Dr. Seyi Jakande (JAKO), convened a strategic security stakeholders' meeting on June 15, bringing together key security agencies and community leaders.
DHQ Launches Operation Clean Sweep III in Katsina After Killing of Retired Maj. Gen. Rabe Abubakar
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) Joint Task Force North West has launched a major military offensive, codenamed Operation Clean Sweep III, following the abduction and killing of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar by bandits in Katsina State.
Owo Church Attack: Court Sentences Four Terrorists to Death by Hanging
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday sentenced four members of the Al-Shabaab terrorist group to death by hanging for their roles in the deadly attack on St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State, on June 5, 2022.
INEC Probes Alleged Unauthorized Access to CVR Database, Rules Out Hacking
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has commenced a comprehensive investigation into allegations of unauthorized access to its Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) database and the subsequent disclosure of information relating to a candidate who participated in a recent political party primary election in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Mining Marshals drag 15 Chinese, 9 Nigerians to Court over Illegal Lithium Mining in Nasarawa
The Mining Marshals have arraigned 15 Chinese nationals and nine Nigerians before the Federal High Court in Abuja over alleged illegal lithium mining activities in Nasarawa State.
Army Busts Alleged Recruitment Scam in Taraba, Warns Nigerians Against Fraudsters
The Nigerian Army has arrested a suspected recruitment fraudster accused of collecting over ₦3.6 million from unsuspecting Nigerians with false promises of securing recruitment slots into the Army.
Gunmen Invade Oyo School, Abduct Students, Principal, Shoot Teach
Panic gripped residents of Ahoro-Esinele community in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State on Thursday after armed men reportedly stormed a secondary school in the area and abducted an unspecified number of students alongside the school principal.