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US Lawmakers Seek Sanctions Over Nigeria Religious Violations

US lawmakers propose sanctions over Nigeria religious freedom violations, citing killings and attacks while calling for visa bans and asset freezes.

February 11, 2026

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Air Chief Warns Against Coup Plot as Nigeria Eyes 2027 Polls

Air Chief condemns alleged coup plot, pledging legal action against any personnel found attempting to subvert Nigeria’s democratic government.

February 11, 2026

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US Vows Deeper Security Support To Nigeria

Nigeria and the US are moving toward deeper security cooperation, outlining new defence, intelligence and training commitments as Abuja pushes for faster support.

November 24, 2025

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NYSC disowns ransom pamphlet circulating online

The NYSC has rejected a viral pamphlet advising ransom payments to corps members, reiterating it is fake and stressing official safety protocols.

November 20, 2025

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Northern CAN Raises Alarm Over Church Attack and Officer’s Killing

Northern CAN warns that church attacks, abductions and a general’s killing point to attempts to destabilise Nigeria and urges stronger security action.

November 20, 2025

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How Bandits Seized 25 Schoolgirls in Kebbi and Killed Vice Principal

Bandits storm a Kebbi girls school, kill a school official and abduct twenty five students, prompting urgent reactions from leaders.

November 18, 2025

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Nigeria’s Service Chiefs Outline Plans To Tackle Security Challenges

Nigeria’s new military leaders outlined clear plans to strengthen internal security and called for reforms in the police system.

October 30, 2025

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Nigeria’s 270 Hidden Terrorist Enclaves Exposed in New Security Report

A report exposes 270 terrorist enclaves in Nigeria, showing how violence spreads through rural communities and endangers lives nationwide.

October 18, 2025

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Tinubu Convenes Council Meetings to Tackle Rising Insecurity

Tinubu convenes Council of State and Police Council meetings to discuss Nigeria’s rising insecurity and key governance priorities.

October 7, 2025

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NDLEA Dismantles International Drug Cartel With Global Links

NDLEA dismantles a global drug cartel spanning Brazil, UK and Australia after coordinated raids and arrests.

September 8, 2025

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Delta Police Say Officers Can Search Without Warrants

Delta police say officers can conduct warrantless searches, sparking public concern about rights, accountability, and abuse of stop-and-search powers.

August 23, 2025

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Benue, Plateau Killings Demand Stronger Action from Security Forces

Benue and Plateau face mass killings, and Boko Haram’s resurgence threatens national security, requiring immediate strategic responses from Nigerian authorities.

April 29, 2025

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Gani Adams Calls for Recalibration of Nigeria’s Security System

Gani Adams calls for security reform in Nigeria to address rising violence and insecurity, urging the creation of local police forces.

April 23, 2025

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FG Rejects US Embassy’s Claims on Nigeria’s Security Situation

The Nigerian government disputes U.S. Embassy’s portrayal of its security efforts, emphasizing its commitment to tackling national security challenges and protecting citizens.

April 12, 2025