The Sea Empowerment and Research Centre (SEREC) has urged the Federal Government to engage international insurance providers to reassess the risk profile of Nigerian waters and renegotiate premiums. Mr Eugene Nweke, SEREC Head Researcher stated this in a communiqué issued on Wednesday in Abuja. The communiqué is themed “three years zero piracy attacks on Nigeria-bound…
The Kwara Government has assured the people of Edu Local Government Area and environs of its commitment to strengthening the security of lives and property in the state. The Speaker of the House of Assembly, Mr Yakubu Danladi-Salihu, gave the assurance on Tuesday when he led the state government’s delegation to villages attacked by suspected…
In a decisive move aimed at addressing a wave of violence, the Niger State Government has announced the immediate closure of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBUL), following what it described as “serious security breaches” that have led to the loss of life. The closure, confirmed in a statement by Alhaji Abubakar Usman, Secretary to the…
In a major boost to Nigeria’s counter-insurgency and national security efforts, the Armed Forces are set to deploy 800 highly trained special forces to frontline operational zones, the Chief of Defence Staff has revealed. General Christopher Musa made the disclosure during his address at the 2025 Defence Training Conference in Abuja on Wednesday. Themed “Performance-Oriented…
The Minister of Defence, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru, has urged the military to ensure that troops training aligned with Nigeria’s national security objectives to defeat the enemies of the state. Badaru gave the charge on Wednesday in Abuja, at the Defence Training Conference 2025, which had as it’s with theme, “Performance Oriented Training and Trends in…
In a bid to contribute to Nigerian Government’s drive to boost food security, the Nigerian Navy has embarked on an innovative agricultural initiative to cultivate crops and promote self-sufficiency. The Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Adm. Emmanuel Ogalla, disclosed this during the unveiling of Admiralty Integrated Farms Limited (ADIFAL) Coordination Centre and Logo, in…
At a key summit in Lagos, food scientists from across Nigeria have called for the widespread adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in the country’s food sector to address longstanding issues of food insecurity, inefficiency, and economic stagnation. Speaking at the 11th Regional Food Science and Technology Summit, Dr Bola…
Nigerian police have arrested 26 individuals suspected of carrying out a deadly assault in Yelewata, a village in Benue State, where 47 people were killed in a coordinated attack last week, according to the country’s Inspector General of Police. The police chief, Kayode Egbetokun, made the announcement during a press briefing held in Abuja on…
The Nigerian Police Force has announced a series of traffic diversions and night-time movement restrictions in Lafia, the capital of Nasarawa State, in preparation for an official visit by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The restrictions will be enforced from 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, 24 June, until 6:00 a.m. on Wednesday, 25 June, according to SP…
Following the killing of a university student during a suspected phone robbery in Lapai, authorities in Niger State have launched a series of emergency security reforms aimed at protecting students at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU). The tragic incident sparked anger and fear across the campus, prompting urgent meetings between government officials, university leadership, traditional…
