FG sets up committee to streamline security agencies, tackle overlaps

The Federal Government has set up an inter-ministerial committee to review and streamline the growing number of security and paramilitary agencies across the country. Announcing the development, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, said the initiative is aimed at improving coordination, accountability, and efficiency within Nigeria’s security framework. Represented by Permanent Secretary Ibrahim Kana at…

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Senate Orders Probe Into Attacks on Military Bases in Borno, Demands Security Audit

The Nigerian Senate has directed the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, alongside other service chiefs, to conduct a comprehensive operational and logistical audit following recent attacks on military formations in Benisheikh and Monguno, Borno State. The resolution was adopted during plenary on Wednesday, with lawmakers calling for a thorough review of the circumstances…

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Tinubu Meets Buni, Geidam in Aso Rock Over Yobe Security, 2027 Succession Talks Speculated

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday held a meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, with Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, and the Minister of Police Affairs, Ibrahim Geidam. According to a statement issued by the Governor’s Director-General of Press and Media Affairs, Mamman Mohammed, the meeting focused primarily on security and development issues affecting…

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Gunmen Kill Driver, Abduct Passengers on Lagos–Benin Highway as Police Launch Manhunt

Police authorities in Edo State have launched an intensive search-and-rescue operation following a violent attack on a commercial bus along the Lagos–Benin Expressway. According to the spokesperson of the Edo State Police Command, Eno Ikoedem, the Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, has ordered a coordinated response across the Ore–Benin axis and surrounding forest areas to…

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Olufemi Oluyede Arrives Zamfara on Maiden Operational Visit

The Chief of Defence Staff, Olufemi Oluyede, has arrived in Zamfara State for his maiden operational visit to the headquarters of the Northwest Joint Task Force, Operation Fansan Yamma, in Gusau. On arrival, the Defence Chief was received by the Theatre Commander, Warrah Idris, alongside other senior military officers. General Oluyede inspected a quarter guard before proceeding to the Theatre…

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Nigeria to Deploy 200 Special Forces to Türkiye for Advanced Military Training – Defence Minister

Nigeria has secured a strategic defence agreement with Türkiye to deploy 200 Special Forces personnel for advanced military training, in a move aimed at strengthening the country’s security capabilities. The Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, disclosed this on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum 2026 held in Antalya. The agreement followed high-level discussions with his Turkish counterpart, Yasar Guler. According…

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All 13 Kidnapped Benue Passengers Rescued as Police Confirm Successful Operation

Security operatives have successfully rescued all 13 passengers who were abducted on Wednesday night in Benue State, marking a significant breakthrough in the operation. The Benue State Police Command confirmed the development in an early Sunday communication to journalists, assuring the public that the victims have been safely recovered through a coordinated effort by security agencies. According to…

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Troops rescue eight kidnap victims in Bauchi operation

Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation WUTAN DAJI have rescued eight kidnapped victims during a clearance operation in Kumbodoro Forest and surrounding communities in Bauchi State. The operation targeted known bandit hideouts, including the notorious Azuge camps, with support from the Air Component. Several bandits were neutralised, and key operational bases dismantled. Security forces…

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188 Crime Suspects Arrested, 12 Kidnap Victims Rescued in Katsina – Police

The Katsina State Police Command has arrested no fewer than 188 suspects in connection with various criminal offences across the state. The Police Public Relations Officer, Abubakar Sadiq, disclosed this during a press briefing at the command headquarters, highlighting achievements recorded in March 2026. According to the Command, those arrested include 14 suspected armed robbers, two…

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Yobe Govt Says Jilli Is Boko Haram Stronghold Amid Controversy Over Air Strikes

The Yobe State Government has clarified that Jilli community, affected by recent military air strikes, is a known Boko Haram stronghold located in Gubio Local Government Area of Borno State. Security Adviser to the governor, Dahiru Abdulsalam (retd.), made the clarification while addressing reports suggesting the incident occurred within Yobe State. According to him, the…

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