Nigeria witnessed one of its darkest weekends in recent months as coordinated attacks across several states left children abducted, teachers and security officers killed, and entire communities traumatised by fear and uncertainty. From the troubled communities of Borno State to the forests of Oyo State and the military corridors of Yobe State, armed groups unleashed …
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has ordered all Commissioners of Police to conduct an immediate and comprehensive audit of arms and ammunition across their commands as part of efforts to strengthen accountability and operational efficiency. Disu said the audit must be thorough, transparent, properly documented, and submitted to Force Headquarters within a stipulated timeframe, …
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of social media influencer and blogger Chidiebere Justice Mark, popularly known as “Justice Crack", in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) over alleged false claims concerning the welfare of Nigerian soldiers. Mark, who resides at Plot 88, Sabo Lugbe, Abuja, was arraigned …
By Samuel Aruwan While travelling between Kaduna, Jos and Kafanchan on Saturday, April 25, 2026, where I spent the night, I followed developments in Mali closely. My keen interest in the unfolding events was shaped by my background as a student of conflict-sensitive reporting, which has taught me to pay attention not only to attacks …
Borno State Governor Professor Babagana Zulum has donated ₦50 million to the family of Lt Col O.C. Okolo, who was killed in a Boko Haram attack on the Mandaragirau community in Biu LGA on February 16, 2026. The donation was presented on April 10 at the officer’s funeral in Obinofia-Ndiuno, Ezeagu LGA of Enugu State. …
Nigeria’s long-standing debate over state policing has gained renewed momentum, as policymakers and security experts intensify discussions on how to decentralise the country’s security architecture to address escalating insecurity across the federation. The proposal, which has been widely discussed for years, now appears to be entering a more active phase under the current administration. President …
A deadly attack on Angwan Rukuba community in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State has sparked controversy over the number of casualties, with police and community leaders presenting conflicting figures. The Plateau State Police Command confirmed that 14 persons were killed in the attack, which occurred at about 8:30 p.m. on March 29, …
Panic and tension have gripped residents of Plateau State following a deadly Sunday night attack on the Agwan Rukuba community in the Jos North Local Government Area. Gunmen, reportedly riding on motorcycles, stormed the area around 7:30 p.m., opening fire indiscriminately on residents who were going about their normal activities. Eyewitness accounts indicate that the …
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) is deploying over 53,500 personnel across the country to ensure a peaceful Eid-ul-Fitr celebration, the Commandant General, Prof. Ahmed Audi, has announced. According to the Corps’ Public Relations Officer, Babawale Afolabi, the deployment includes tactical and intelligence officers in all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory …
A major regional imbalance has emerged in Nigeria’s largest recent police recruitment drive, as northern states dominate applications while several southern states record strikingly low figures. Fresh data obtained from the Police Service Commission (PSC) show that Adamawa State leads the country with 38,989 applications in the ongoing recruitment of 50,000 constables into the Nigeria …
