The Federal Government yesterday rejected the security advisory issued by the United States Government to its citizens living in Abuja, stating that there is no security threat within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The U.S. Government had earlier issued a fresh travel advisory on its official website. In the update, the U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria revealed that all …

The Oyo State government said it was planning to purchase two aircraft for security surveillance. The State’s governor, Seyi Makinde, while presenting a State of the State Address, held at the Oyo State House of Assembly Complex, on Friday, said this would be achieved before the 50th anniversary celebration of the State on 3 February 2026, during which the government …

The Youth Reformation and Leadership Skills Development Foundation has commended the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, for his tireless efforts in maintaining national security and stability. In a press statement, the foundation’s Director-General, Comrade Awwal Abdullahi Aliyu appreciated the CDS’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of Nigerians. The statement noted that the CDS’s leadership has …

Inspector General of Police, Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, commissions 31 new gunboats in Lagos to significantly enhance Nigeria’s maritime security operations and combat crime on waterways

The Lagos State Government has launched a drone surveillance programme aimed at improving crime monitoring and emergency response of the Lagos Neighbourhood Safety Corps (LNSC) across the state. The Commissioner for Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Relations, Olugbenga Oyerinde, made this known at the 2025 Annual Ministerial Press Briefing held on Tuesday at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre in Alausa, Ikeja. …

In a proactive move to enhance community safety and strengthen intelligence-led policing, the Kebbi State Government has organized a two-day training program for all the 21 Local Government Chairmen in the state. The initiative, held in partnership with Shegs Communications Limited, focused on grassroots security and the implementation of predictive community policing strategies. The training, themed ‘Predictive Community Policing Training …

In a bold move to strengthen security across the state, Kebbi State has launched a new initiative aimed at training Local Government Chairmen in enhancing safety and security in their communities. Themed, ‘Predictive and Community Policing to increase Security in Kebbi State’, the training program being put together by the Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs is aimed at …

Northern Star Youth Empowerment Initiative, a Northern youth pressure group that seeks to protect the interests of the region has kicked against the seeming close romance between France and the President Tinubu led administration. Northern Star Youth Empowerment Initiative is a non political, non religious pressure group that fights to protect the interests of the North and promote good governance …

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday, performed the groundbreaking of 2,200 police housing units at Ijeh Police Barracks, Ikoyi, Lagos, in line with his administration’s commitment to the welfare of security personnel and safeguarding the lives and properties of the citizens. He said that the housing project, which is in partnership with the state government and the Nigeria …

Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia yesterday launched a joint security taskforce code-named ‘Operation Anyam Nyor’ to complement the efforts of the conventional securities in the fight against insecurity in the state. The governor also inaugurated 5,000 officers of the Benue State Civil Protection Guards (BSCPG) with an advice to criminals to embrace the ongoing amnesty programme chaired by the Tor …