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Tinubu Seeks United Front on Insecurity, Eyes Global Partnerships to Bolster Nigeria’s Defences

President Bola Tinubu on Sunday urged state governors to deepen collaboration in tackling insecurity, pledging enhanced international support to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture. He spoke when Vice-President Kashim Shettima led governors on the traditional Eid-el-Fitr homage to his residence in Lagos. Mr. Tinubu expressed gratitude for the unity demonstrated during Ramadan, noting that Muslims began […]

Nigeria Rises to Fourth Most Terror-Affected Country as Attacks, Deaths Surge — Report

Nigeria’s security challenges deepened in 2025, with new data indicating a sharp increase in both terrorist attacks and related deaths. According to the 2026 Global Terrorism Index, Nigeria rose two places to fourth position globally, reflecting a significant escalation in terrorist activity. “Terror attacks in Nigeria increased by 43 per cent, from 120 incidents in […]

‘Time Has Come’: Presidency Pushes State Police Reform Amid Security Concerns

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, has said President Bola Tinubu supports the establishment of state police to bring policing closer to the people. Idris made the disclosure on Thursday in Abuja when a delegation from the Centre for Crisis Communication, led by its Chairman, Maj.-Gen. Chris Olukolade (Rtd.), paid him […]

US Congressman Warns Separatism Would Worsen Insecurity, Endanger Christians in Nigeria

A United States congressman, Riley Moore, has warned that efforts to strengthen separatist groups in Nigeria would further endanger Christian communities rather than protect them. Mr. Moore made the remarks following his visit to Nigeria in December, where he embarked on what he described as a fact-finding mission to assess claims of widespread violence against […]

Global Outrage Trails Kwara Massacre as Allies Rally Behind Nigeria’s Fight Against Terror

The United Nations, the United States, and Türkiye have condemned the killings in Kwara State, describing the attack as heinous and expressing solidarity with Nigeria. In separate statements, the international bodies decried the violence, which left about 75 people dead and several others injured. UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, in a post on X, wrote: “I […]

DHQ Clarifies US Military Role, Emphasises Capacity Building Over Deployment Claims

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has stated that Nigeria’s security partnership with the United States primarily focuses on capacity building, professional military education, intelligence sharing, logistics support, and strategic dialogue aimed at addressing shared security concerns, including terrorism. The clarification followed reports that U.S. troops had been deployed to Nigeria. In a statement signed by the […]

‘We Will Not Surrender’: Northern Governors and Tinubu Demand Tough Action After Wave of Deadly Attacks

The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has condemned the killings in parts of Kwara, Katsina, and Benue states, describing them as barbaric, senseless, and a direct assault on the collective conscience of the nation, as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reiterated his administration’s resolve to defeat terrorism and ordered immediate military action in affected areas. The […]

US Deploys Small Troop Contingent to Nigeria to Boost Counterterrorism Efforts

The United States has deployed a small team of troops to Nigeria, the General in charge of the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), Gen. Dagvin R. M. Anderson, said on Tuesday. Addressing journalists during a press briefing, Gen. Anderson explained that the deployment followed an agreement between both countries that additional measures were required to counter […]

US Expands Military Ties With Nigeria in Push Against IS Militants

The United States military has increased deliveries of military equipment and expanded intelligence sharing with Nigeria as part of what it describes as a more “aggressive” continental campaign against Islamic State (IS)-linked militant groups, a senior American commander has said. The Deputy Commander of the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), Lt. Gen. John Brennan, disclosed […]

U.S. Presses Nigeria on Rising Attacks as Kaduna Abductions Rekindle Fears for Christians

The United States has urged the Nigerian government to intensify efforts to protect Christian communities across the country, following a spate of recent attacks and abductions. Speaking on Thursday, the U.S. Under Secretary for Political Affairs, Ms. Allison Hooker, acknowledged that some progress had been made in recent months but stressed that renewed violence showed […]

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