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Army Dismisses Claims of Bandit Takeover, Weapon Loot in Kwara

The Nigerian Army has dismissed as false and misleading reports that armed bandits overran troops and seized weapons in Obanla, Kwara State, describing the publication as a fabrication aimed at undermining troop morale and public trust in the military. The Army’s reaction

October 6, 2025

Politics

HURIWA To President Tinubu: Focus On Tackling Insecurity Not 2027 Politics

Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called on President Bola Tinubu to focus on tackling insecurity ravaging parts of Nigeria, not being preoccupied with scheming for his re-election in 2027. HURIWA said Tinubu has been fixated on his 2027 second-term

May 26, 2025

Opinion

Tinubu’s Pledge To Reclaim Nigeria’s Ungoverned Spaces: A Critical Step Towards National Security?

In a nation plagued by years of terrorism, banditry, and kidnappings, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent declaration to reclaim Nigeria’s ungoverned spaces, particularly forests, marks a significant shift in the country’s security narrative. With over 63,000 deaths linked to terrorism and banditry

May 7, 2025

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Tinubu Charges Military To End Insecurity

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has charged the Nigerian military to increase efforts to end terrorism and banditry in the country and has promised to prioritise their welfare. The president stated this while addressing troops of the 17 Brigade of the Nigerian Army

May 3, 2025

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Plateau Killings: Obi Donates N7.5m To Victims, Condemns Attack

Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Mr Peter Obi, has donated N7.5 million to victims of the recent killings in Bokkos Local Government Area, Plateau State. Obi made the donation when he visited the area on Sunday. In

April 14, 2025

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Tinubu Expresses Sadness Over Plateau Killings, Vows Severe Punishment For Attackers

President Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the latest attack on communities in Plateau State, where many people were killed and vowed that the perpetrators will be apprehended to face adequate punishment under the law. Tinubu stated this while expressing his condolences

April 5, 2025

HURIWA Condemns Security Agencies Clampdown On Media, Protesters

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HURIWA Berates Nigeria’s Security Agencies Over Failure To Tackle Boko Haram Terrorists

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has criticised Nigeria’s security agencies over failure to tackle Boko Haram terrorists in the country. The rights advocacy group expressed concerns over the recent revelation by the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa,

January 10, 2025

Opinion

Public Stop-and-Search By Security Agencies: Why DSS, Police And Others Must Adopt Modern Checks

Recently, Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, criticised the Department of State Services (DSS) for their manual bag checks at airports, asserting that such practices cause unnecessary delays and inconvenience for travellers. He emphasised the need for reforms to streamline security processes

December 11, 2024

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HURIWA Calls For Resignation Of CDS, IGP Amid Rising Insecurity

Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has demanded the immediate resignation of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, and the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, over their inability to tackle the rising insecurity in the country.

December 6, 2024

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Nigerian Troops Kill Scores Of Boko Haram Terrorists, Lose 5 Soldiers In Borno – DHQ

The Defence Headquarters of the Nigerian Army has confirmed that five soldiers died in an attack by Boko Haram/Islamic State’s West Africa Province (ISWAP) in Gubio LGA of Borno State. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Defence Headquarters, Major General Edward Buba,

November 20, 2024

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Insecurity in Nigeria

Army Dismisses Claims of Bandit Takeover, Weapon Loot in Kwara

HURIWA To President Tinubu: Focus On Tackling Insecurity Not 2027 Politics

Tinubu’s Pledge To Reclaim Nigeria’s Ungoverned Spaces: A Critical Step Towards National Security?

Tinubu Charges Military To End Insecurity

Plateau Killings: Obi Donates N7.5m To Victims, Condemns Attack

Tinubu Expresses Sadness Over Plateau Killings, Vows Severe Punishment For Attackers

HURIWA Berates Nigeria’s Security Agencies Over Failure To Tackle Boko Haram Terrorists

Public Stop-and-Search By Security Agencies: Why DSS, Police And Others Must Adopt Modern Checks

HURIWA Calls For Resignation Of CDS, IGP Amid Rising Insecurity

Nigerian Troops Kill Scores Of Boko Haram Terrorists, Lose 5 Soldiers In Borno – DHQ

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