Security

Residents of communities in Ekiti State have raised alarm over renewed bandit attacks that left a woman dead and several people abducted, as community leaders call for urgent government intervention.

The Nigerian government says many terrorists responsible for killings and kidnappings are French-speaking foreigners. SGF George Akume cited security reports while highlighting international cooperation to combat insecurity.

Three suspected cultists have been arrested in Benin City following joint raids by security operatives, with arms and ammunition reportedly recovered.

Edo APC Chairman Jarrett Tenebe defends President Tinubu on insecurity, speaks on party unity, opposition defections, and the plan to secure 3.5 million votes in 2027.

Monday February 16, 2026 – Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has publicly accused federal…

Edo State Police arrest 129 suspects, rescue 30 kidnap victims, recover arms, vehicles and motorcycles in January 2026 operations across the state.

Benin City, Edo State – The Edo State Police Command has issued a strong…

Nigerian Army troops overrun notorious bandit leader Gwaska Dan Karmi’s camp in Zamfara, killing scores of fighters during a joint ground and air operation.

Suspected Boko Haram militants killed 25 labourers in Borno State, in one of the deadliest recent attacks in Nigeria’s insurgency-hit northeast.

Italian leaders and citizens protest reported US plans to deploy ICE personnel to Italy for security during the Winter Olympics.