Security and defence.
The House of Representatives has summoned the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and the Service Chiefs over the escalating wave of kidnappings and killings across Nigeria
The Lagos State Police Command has dismissed rumours of impending attacks on schools, assuring residents that there is no credible threat to educational institutions in the state.
The Oyo State Government has demolished a kidnappers' hideout in Ibadan used to hold the abducted sister and twin sons of former Minister Adebayo Adelabu following their rescue.
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested two additional suspects in connection with the abduction of a local government chairman in Ekiti State, as investigations continue.
A former Police Public Relations Officer has warned Nigerians against pleading for the release of arrested criminals, describing the practice as shameful and harmful to the fight against insecurity.
The Nigeria Police Force has rescued the elder sister and twin sons of Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu, who were kidnapped by gunmen in Oyo State, following a coordinated operation.
Nigerian Army troops have foiled kidnapping attempts and rescued several victims in separate operations across Plateau and Kaduna States, sustaining the offensive against criminal groups.
Ondo State Government and security agencies have launched a joint operation to rescue 9-year-old Victor Olaosebikan, who was abducted by gunmen in Idogun.
Boko Haram militants have launched a deadly early morning assault on a Nigerian Army base in Borno State, killing soldiers in one of the most brazen attacks in recent months.
Paul Ibe, media aide to Atiku Abubakar, has urged the DSS and other security agencies to question Sunday Igboho over his claim that he knows those behind the Oyo school abduction.
The Kogi State Police Command has inaugurated the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU), an elite tactical formation replacing the former SWAT units. Created under IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu's directive, the intelligence-driven unit will swiftly combat terrorism, kidnapping, and armed robbery. Commissioner Nasir Kankarofi urged the combat-ready officers to strictly uphold human rights.
Security experts warn that the killing of ISWAP commander Abu-Bilal al-Minuki may trigger retaliatory attacks in Nigeria’s North-East, despite being a major counterterrorism breakthrough in the Lake Chad region.
