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Mother and Son Freed as Bauchi Police Dismantle Suspected Kidnap Network
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Mother and Son Freed as Bauchi Police Dismantle Suspected Kidnap Network

Several suspects arrested while authorities expand investigations into wider criminal connections

Our Reporter · Jun 5, 2026

Ondo Community Attacked as Gunmen Abduct Pastor’s Nine-Year-Old Son
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Ondo Community Attacked as Gunmen Abduct Pastor’s Nine-Year-Old Son

Several residents were injured and homes vandalised as armed attackers stormed Igbosi community in Ose Local Government Area

Our Reporter · Jun 5, 2026

State Police Constitutional Framework Near Completion, Presidency Reveals
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State Police Constitutional Framework Near Completion, Presidency Reveals

Gbajabiamila says consultations among the Presidency, National Assembly and security agencies have advanced significantly, with constitutional amendments expected soon

Skyhighnewshub · Jun 4, 2026

Police Dismiss Kidnap Scare at Abuja Primary School, Describe Incident as False Alarm
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Police Dismiss Kidnap Scare at Abuja Primary School, Describe Incident as False Alarm

Police say no suspect was found after thorough security sweep of school and surrounding areas

Our Repoter · Jun 4, 2026

Troops Rescue Abducted Mother, Child as Military Sustains Offensive Against Terrorists in North-East
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Troops Rescue Abducted Mother, Child as Military Sustains Offensive Against Terrorists in North-East

Operation Hadin Kai records fresh successes with rescue operations, terrorist neutralisation and increased surrender of insurgents' family members

Our Reporter · Jun 4, 2026

Oyo Assembly Rejects Negotiations With Kidnappers, Demands Intensified Rescue Efforts
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Oyo Assembly Rejects Negotiations With Kidnappers, Demands Intensified Rescue Efforts

Assembly orders security assessment of vulnerable schools amid growing public pressure for victims’ release

Our Reporter · Jun 4, 2026

US Actively Supporting Nigeria’s Counterterrorism Campaign, Says Rubio
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US Actively Supporting Nigeria’s Counterterrorism Campaign, Says Rubio

Washington pledges sustained security cooperation amid concerns over terrorism and religious violence

SkyhighNewshub · Jun 4, 2026

Bandits Abduct Six Federal Polytechnic Students in Zamfara After Midnight Raid
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Bandits Abduct Six Federal Polytechnic Students in Zamfara After Midnight Raid

Security operatives intensify search as one victim escapes captivity

Our Reporter · Jun 4, 2026

Gunmen Attack Immigration Office in Ogbomoso, Reportedly Cart Away Firearms
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Gunmen Attack Immigration Office in Ogbomoso, Reportedly Cart Away Firearms

Authorities launch inquiries after suspected attackers overpower officers and flee with weapons

Our Reporter · Jun 3, 2026

Tambuwal Mourns Victims of Sokoto Bandit Attacks, Demands Stronger Security Response
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Tambuwal Mourns Victims of Sokoto Bandit Attacks, Demands Stronger Security Response

Former Governor describes violence in Dangulbi as an assault on peace, urges authorities to protect vulnerable communities

Meema Saahib · Jun 3, 2026

Troops Eliminate Over 50 Terrorists, Kill Top ISWAP Commander in Borno Operations
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Troops Eliminate Over 50 Terrorists, Kill Top ISWAP Commander in Borno Operations

Military says sustained air and ground operations are forcing insurgents out of strongholds

Our Reporter · Jun 3, 2026

Senate Condemns Oyo School Abduction, Describes Attack as Assault on Humanity
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Senate Condemns Oyo School Abduction, Describes Attack as Assault on Humanity

Senate President says attack exposes deepening security crisis threatening Nigeria’s future; Lawmakers observe minute’s silence for victims

Our Reporter · Jun 3, 2026

No Student Was Abducted, Imo Police and School Principal Insist
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No Student Was Abducted, Imo Police and School Principal Insist

Authorities condemn spread of fake news after false reports trigger panic among parents and residents

SkyhighNewshub · Jun 2, 2026

Oyo School Abduction: Teachers Flood Lagos Streets, Demand Rescue of Pupils and Colleagues
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Oyo School Abduction: Teachers Flood Lagos Streets, Demand Rescue of Pupils and Colleagues

NUT stages solidarity rally as outrage grows over the continued captivity of seven teachers and dozens of schoolchildren abducted from schools in Oyo State

Our Reporter · Jun 2, 2026

Troops Rescue 23 Kidnap Victims as Bandits Abandon Captives During Pursuit in Kogi
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Troops Rescue 23 Kidnap Victims as Bandits Abandon Captives During Pursuit in Kogi

Security forces launch intensive manhunt after deadly highway attack in Kabba-Bunu

Our Reporter · Jun 1, 2026

Kogi Government Suspends Echane Festival Over Security Concerns
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Kogi Government Suspends Echane Festival Over Security Concerns

Authorities cite intelligence reports warning of possible threats to public peace and security across parts of Kogi Central

Our Reporter · Jun 1, 2026

Renewed Violence Hits Plateau: Eight Dead, Many Wounded in Barkin Ladi Attack
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Renewed Violence Hits Plateau: Eight Dead, Many Wounded in Barkin Ladi Attack

Victims were reportedly attending a birthday celebration when attackers stormed Gwom-Ajang village and opened fire indiscriminately, reigniting security concerns in Plateau State

Our Reporter · Jun 1, 2026

DSS Arrests Five Suspects Linked to Catholic School Abduction in Niger
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DSS Arrests Five Suspects Linked to Catholic School Abduction in Niger

Security operatives recover rifles and ammunition as investigations link suspects to the kidnapping of over 300 pupils and teachers

Atinuke Kolawole · Jun 1, 2026

Anger Mounts in Oyo as Protesters Demand Rescue of Abducted Pupils, Teachers
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Anger Mounts in Oyo as Protesters Demand Rescue of Abducted Pupils, Teachers

Demonstrators demand urgent rescue of victims held for more than two weeks as pressure mounts on authorities to end the captivity

Ozioma Iwuh · Jun 1, 2026

US Announces $3.5m Programme to Track Religious Freedom Violations in Nigeria
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US Announces $3.5m Programme to Track Religious Freedom Violations in Nigeria

Funding programme will support documentation of faith-based abuses and accountability efforts amid continuing debate over religious persecution claims in Nigeria

Our Reporter · Jun 1, 2026

Tinubu Orders Deployment of Special Rescue Unit for Abducted Ogbomoso Pupils, Teachers
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Tinubu Orders Deployment of Special Rescue Unit for Abducted Ogbomoso Pupils, Teachers

President also approves recruitment of 1,000 forest guards as top security officials visit affected communities and reassure grieving families

Our Reporter · Jun 1, 2026

‘We Can’t Teach in Fear’ — Oyo Teachers Stage Protest Over School Kidnappings
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‘We Can’t Teach in Fear’ — Oyo Teachers Stage Protest Over School Kidnappings

Demonstrators urge government to intensify rescue operations and strengthen protection for schools across Oyo State

Our Reporter · May 31, 2026

Makinde Visits Families of Abducted Pupils, Teachers, Promises Safe Return
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Makinde Visits Families of Abducted Pupils, Teachers, Promises Safe Return

Governor says rescue efforts remain top priority as families make emotional appeal for the return of loved ones abducted from schools in Oriire

Our Reporter · May 31, 2026

FG Delegation Visits Oriire, Assures Families of Abducted Pupils, Teachers of Rescue Efforts
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FG Delegation Visits Oriire, Assures Families of Abducted Pupils, Teachers of Rescue Efforts

Gbajabiamila says President Tinubu has directed intelligence-driven operations to secure release of abducted schoolchildren and teachers

Our Reporter · May 31, 2026

Christopher Musa Warns Against Coup Attempt, Says Democracy Must Stand
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Christopher Musa Warns Against Coup Attempt, Says Democracy Must Stand

Minister insists armed forces are well supported under Tinubu administration

SkyhighNewshub · May 29, 2026

Army Chief’s Frontline Sallah Visit Will Boost Troops’ Morale — SecurityAdviser
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Army Chief’s Frontline Sallah Visit Will Boost Troops’ Morale — SecurityAdviser

Col. Ahmed Usman says visit reflects military leadership’s commitment to welfare, motivation and operational effectiveness of troops battling banditry in the North-West

Meema Saahib · May 29, 2026

Another Nigerian Dies in Russia-Ukraine War, Says Ukrainian Intelligence
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Another Nigerian Dies in Russia-Ukraine War, Says Ukrainian Intelligence

Ukrainian intelligence says the Nigerian, identified as Ayebusiwa Olabode Victor from Ondo State, died during combat operations near the Kharkiv region

SkyhighNewshub · May 28, 2026

Chaos at Edo Children’s Day Event as Stampede Leaves Dozens Hospitalised
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Chaos at Edo Children’s Day Event as Stampede Leaves Dozens Hospitalised

Authorities confirm multiple students were rushed to hospital after pepper spray released during a confrontation at the crowded celebration caused panic and stampede injuries.

Our Reporter · May 28, 2026

Trump Says US Forces Targeted ISIS Fighters Killing Christians In Nigeria
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Trump Says US Forces Targeted ISIS Fighters Killing Christians In Nigeria

Washington confirms the killing of ISIS commander Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki in joint operations with Nigerian troops

Our Reporter · May 28, 2026

Nigeria Records 12,954 Violent Deaths In 2025 As Banditry, Kidnappings Worsen
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Nigeria Records 12,954 Violent Deaths In 2025 As Banditry, Kidnappings Worsen

Report warns insecurity is spreading into new states as kidnappings and communal violence intensify nationwide

SkyhighNewshub · May 28, 2026

IGP Orders Enhanced Policing Operations Nationwide for Eid-el-Kabir
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IGP Orders Enhanced Policing Operations Nationwide for Eid-el-Kabir

The Inspector-General of Police directed commissioners and tactical commanders to strengthen deployments and intelligence operations across all states

Our Reporter · May 27, 2026

Defence Chief Oluyede Urges Unity, Salutes Troops’ Sacrifices at Eid
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Defence Chief Oluyede Urges Unity, Salutes Troops’ Sacrifices at Eid

The Chief of Defence Staff says the values of sacrifice, obedience and patriotism remain critical to strengthening national peace and stability

SkyhighNewshub · May 27, 2026

NAF Bombards Terrorist Hideouts In Sambisa, Destroys Key Insurgent Facilities
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NAF Bombards Terrorist Hideouts In Sambisa, Destroys Key Insurgent Facilities

Military says several insurgents were neutralised as precision airstrikes crippled operational structures in Sambisa Forest

Our Reporter · May 27, 2026

30,000 Armed Fulani Fighters Behind Rising Violence In Nigeria — US Commission
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30,000 Armed Fulani Fighters Behind Rising Violence In Nigeria — US Commission

USCIRF says armed groups operating across the Middle Belt and Southern Nigeria have displaced over 1.3 million people and intensified religious tensions

Our Reporter · May 27, 2026

Troops Killed 317 Terrorists, Rescued 221 Victims In May — DHQ
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Troops Killed 317 Terrorists, Rescued 221 Victims In May — DHQ

Deploying coordinated air-ground assaults across multiple regional theatres, the military tightens the noose on economic saboteurs

Our Reporter · May 26, 2026

Three Feared Dead as Police Clash With Kidnappers in Oke-Ogun
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Three Feared Dead as Police Clash With Kidnappers in Oke-Ogun

Joint security operation involving police, hunters and local operatives leads to rescue of kidnapped man and recovery of firearms

Our Reporter · May 26, 2026

Borno Closes School After Abduction of 42 Students by Suspected Insurgents
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Borno Closes School After Abduction of 42 Students by Suspected Insurgents

State government says students will continue learning in safer conditions under the Safe Schools Initiative as efforts intensify to rescue abducted pupils

Our Reporter · May 26, 2026

Immigration Frontier Alert: NIS Cautions Citizens Against Bypassing Border Posts Without Valid Visas
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Immigration Frontier Alert: NIS Cautions Citizens Against Bypassing Border Posts Without Valid Visas

As illegal syndicates exploit young Nigerians with fake jobs and academic promises, immigration authorities launch a aggressive public safety clampdown

Our Reporter · May 25, 2026

Fresh Terror Attack Rocks Kwara Hours After Prayer Ground Abduction
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Fresh Terror Attack Rocks Kwara Hours After Prayer Ground Abduction

Police say attackers stormed divisional headquarters and Emir’s palace simultaneously

Our Reporter · May 25, 2026

Boko Haram, ISWAP Planning Eid Attacks, Operation Hadin Kai Alerts Residents
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Boko Haram, ISWAP Planning Eid Attacks, Operation Hadin Kai Alerts Residents

Troops, surveillance assets and intelligence teams activated across vulnerable areas

Our Reporter · May 25, 2026

Nigeria to Strengthen Maritime Security With Deep Blue Expansion
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Nigeria to Strengthen Maritime Security With Deep Blue Expansion

Hundreds of specialised maritime security personnel graduate under Deep Blue initiative

Our Reporter · May 25, 2026

Operation Hadin Kai Foils ISWAP Ambush, Rescues 92 Abducted Civilians in Borno
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Operation Hadin Kai Foils ISWAP Ambush, Rescues 92 Abducted Civilians in Borno

A rapid deployment by the 135 Special Forces Battalion forces insurgents to abandon 89 vehicles and dozens of hostages along the volatile Buratai-Kamuya corridor

Our Reporter · May 24, 2026

Nigeria To Host Major Private Security Summit On National Security Architecture
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Nigeria To Host Major Private Security Summit On National Security Architecture

The Ministry of Defence formalizes a structured national framework to integrate commercial security firms into the federation’s overarching defense architecture

Our Reporter · May 24, 2026

Troops Neutralise Insurgents, Arrest Collaborators in Coordinated North-East Operations
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Troops Neutralise Insurgents, Arrest Collaborators in Coordinated North-East Operations

Security forces recover explosives, arrest suspected collaborators and rescue abducted civilians during coordinated operations across Borno and Adamawa

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

Imo Police Strengthen Crime-Fighting Capacity With Forensic Training Initiative
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Imo Police Strengthen Crime-Fighting Capacity With Forensic Training Initiative

CP Bosso says modern policing requires officers equipped with advanced investigative skills

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

Abuja Traffic Stop Turns Violent as Suspected DSS Operative Allegedly Fires at FRSC Personnel
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Abuja Traffic Stop Turns Violent as Suspected DSS Operative Allegedly Fires at FRSC Personnel

FRSC condemns alleged armed attack, urging law enforcement agencies to uphold traffic regulations and operational discipline.

Our Reporter · May 22, 2026

Ogun Couple Nabbed With Three Children in Suspected Child-Trafficking Case
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Ogun Couple Nabbed With Three Children in Suspected Child-Trafficking Case

Ogun Couple Nabbed With Three Children in Suspected Child-Trafficking Case

Our Reporter · May 21, 2026