UN chief condemns coup in Gabon
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has firmly condemned the ongoing coup attempt as a means to resolve the post-electoral crisis in Gabon.
UN Spokesperson Stephanie Dujarric disclosed this at a news conference on Wednesday at UN headquarters in Ne...
Nigeria, UN strengthen collaboration on counter terrorism
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Nigeria, UN strengthen collaboration on counter terrorism
The Federal Government, through the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) and the United Nations Office of Counter Terrorism (UNOCT) have signed Memoranda of Understandings (MoUs) to further strengthen counter terrorism efforts in t...
NSA calls for holistic collaboration in curbing insecurity
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NSA calls for holistic collaboration in curbing insecurity
The National Security Adviser, (NSA) Mr Nuhu Ribadu, says collaboration among all security apparatus is required to curb insecurity for the country’s prosperity.
Ribadu made the assertion in a paper presentation at the ongo...
President Tinubu deeply concerned about Gabon coup- Ngelale
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President Tinubu deeply concerned about Gabon coup- Ngelale
President Bola Tinubu has expressed concern about the Wednesday coup in the Republic of Gabon in the West Coast of Central Africa.
Military officers in Gabon say they have taken power and put the president, Ali Bongo, under hous...
In Clearance Operation, Troops Free 25 Abducted Borno Civilians
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In Clearance Operation, Troops Free 25 Abducted Borno Civilians
…Reunite 4 Kidnap Victims with families in Kaduna
In the unrelenting effort by troops to clear remnants of Boko Haram Terrorists (BHT) enclaves in Borno and contiguous states. Troops of 144 Battalion have successfully rescued 2...
Ground Troops Arrest 17 Criminals, Recover Arms in Plateau
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Ground Troops Arrest 17 Criminals, Recover Arms in Plateau
Troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH) on Operation HAKORIN DAMISA IV from 21 to 28 August 2023 have arrested 17 criminal suspects in connection with murder, kidnapping and armed robbery as well as recovered arms/ammunition and illic...
EU expresses support to French Ambassador in Niger, saying it does not recognize authorities of Putschist in Niger
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EU expresses support to French Ambassador in Niger, saying it does not recognize authorities of Putschist in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
The European Union expresses its full support for the French Ambassador saying it does not and will not recognize the authorities resulting f...
Military onslaught forcing bandits, terrorists to become desperate – Group
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Military onslaught forcing bandits, terrorists to become desperate – Group
Nigeria Peace Advocates (NPA), a non-partisan group, says the intensity of military onslaught against bandits and insurgents in the North East and North West is making them become desperate.
This is...
Insecurity: KTSG bans motorcycle, tricycle night movement in 19 LGs
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Insecurity: KTSG bans motorcycle, tricycle night movement in 19 LGs
The Katsina State Government has banned the use of commercial motorcycles and tricycles at night across 19 Local Governments (LGs) as part of efforts to enhance security.
A statement by Alhaji Nasiru Mu’azu...
UNGA: Tinubu, Biden Set to Meet in New York
President Bola Tinubu will meet U.S. President Joe Biden on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York next month, his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, said on Saturday.
The U.N. general assembly is scheduled for September...
Why ECOWAS I Lead is Reluctant to go to War In Niger, Tinubu Tells U.S Envoy
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Why ECOWAS I Lead is Reluctant to go to War In Niger, Tinubu Tells U.S Envoy
“We are deep in our attempts to peacefully settle the issue in Niger by leveraging on our diplomatic tools.
“I continue to hold ECOWAS back, despite its readiness for all options, in order to exhaust a...
Tijjaniyya urges ECOWAS to opt for diplomatic solution on Niger
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Tijjaniyya urges ECOWAS to opt for diplomatic solution on Niger
An Islamic group, the International Organization of Tijaniyyah Brotherhood, has called on ECOWAS to opt for a diplomatic solution in resolving the leadership crisis in Niger Republic.
The advice is contained in an open...
The Mixed Multinational Force Transfers 46 former Boko Haram members to the Chadian
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The Mixed Multinational Force Transfers 46 former Boko Haram members to the Chadian authoritiesBagasola, Chad - August 27, 2023: The Mixed Multinational Force (MFF) has taken a significant step towards long-term peace in the region, with the supervision of the handover of 46 repentant former members...
Nigeria still losing 400,000 barrels of crude oil daily – NSA
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Nigeria still losing 400,000 barrels of crude oil daily – NSA
The National Security Adviser (NSA), Malam Nuhu Ribadu, says the country is still losing 400,000 barrels of crude oil daily to local and international thieves despite efforts to end the menace.
Ribadu confirmed this wh...
Tinubu tasks U.S. on defence of democracy in West Africa
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Tinubu tasks U.S. on defence of democracy in West Africa
President Bola Tinubu has tasked the U.S. to collaborate with African countries in defending its democracies against anti-democratic forces within and outside the continent in order to improve on its peoples living standard.
Ajuri...
Nigerian Military Nabs 22 Oil Thieves, Kills 23 Terrorists, Rescues 41 Abductees
1. The counter insurgency and counter terrorism operations being conducted by troops continues to produce results. Though, the men and women of the armed forces are fighting and dying for the country every day; th...
Security: Zulum presents 50 patrol vehicles, 300 motorcycles to military, CJTF, hunters, agro-rangers
Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, on Friday, distributed over 50 patrol vehicles and 300 motorcycles to the Nigerian military and volunteers from the ‘Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF)’ and hunters...
BOKO HARAM RELEASES 48 ABDUCTED WOMAN AFTER PAYMENT OF RANSOM
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BOKO HARAM RELEASES 48 ABDUCTED WOMAN AFTER PAYMENT OF RANSOM
By: Zagazola Makama
Boko Haram have released at least 48 women abducted in Maiwa and Shuwarin Villages in Mafa LGA, in Borno State.
The Women were kidnapped in their farmlands on Tuesday Aug 22. And taken to an unknown destination. The...
Boko Haram, ISWAP clash in Borno, more than 41 terrorists killed including Commanders
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Boko Haram, ISWAP clash in Borno, more than 41 terrorists killed including Commanders
By: Zagazola Makama
Atleast 41 fighters from the Jamā'at Ahl as-Sunnah lid-Da'wah wa'l-Jihād, Boko Haram and the Islamic State of West African Province (ISWAP), including Commanders killed after an infighting t...
Army to bolster fighting spirit of troops with regular trainings – Lagbaja
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Army to bolster fighting spirit of troops with regular trainings – Lagbaja
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja says the army would organize more training to rejuvenate the fighting spirit of troops engaged in various operations across the country.
Lagbaja spo...
