Nigeria: 12 Killed in Fresh Plateau Attacks

Twelve people have been killed in separate attacks in communities in Barkin Ladi and Riyom local government areas of Plateau State. Read more »

Nigeria: Bandits to Kebbi Community - Pay Us N100m or We Attack You

Bandits operating in parts of Kebbi South have demanded N100 million from Utouno community in Ngaski Local Government Area, threatening to launch an attack if their demand is not… Read more »

Nigeria: Military Launches New Operation Against Terrorists in Kwara, Niger

The Chief of Defence Staff, Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede, has pledged a "sustained military offensive against terrorists and criminal networks" in Kwara and Niger states with the… Read more »

Nigeria: 4 Traders Killed in Anti-Northerners' Protest in Rivers

The Hausa community in Rivers State has said that four of its members were killed during last weekend's protest targeting northerners at the Oil Mill Market in Rumuokwurusi area of… Read more »

Nigeria: Defence Minister Commends Gov Lawal for Providing Armoured Vehicles, Surveillance Drones to Troops

Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), has commended Governor Dauda Lawal for procuring armoured personnel carriers, surveillance drones, and operational equipment… Read more »

Nigeria: Falana, Jibrin, Bugaje, Others Condemn U.S. Military Presence in Nigeria

Some prominent Nigerians have condemned the presence of United States soldiers in Nigeria, calling it a violation of Nigeria's sovereignty and a dangerous precedent for foreign… Read more »

Nigeria: The Partnership Between Nigeria/US Africom

Issues relating to sovereignty, self-determination and territorial integrity evoke emotions, whether it is in Venezuela, Canada, Greenland or Nigeria. As individuals or a… Read more »

Nigeria: Shari'ah Council Rejects US Claim On Kwankwaso

The Supreme Council for Shari'ah in Nigeria (SCSN) has rejected claims contained in a recent bill before the United States Congress alleging "Christian genocide" in Nigeria,… Read more »

Nigeria: Poison Allegation - 'DSS Will Invite You', NSA Office Replies El-Rufai

The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has responded to Malam Nasir El-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State, who earlier sought clarification over the alleged… Read more »

Nigeria: Defence Headquarters Announces Arrival of U.S. Troops in Bauchi

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Monday announced the arrival of about 100 United States military personnel at the Bauchi Airfield to support the Armed Forces of Nigeria in… Read more »

Nigeria: U.S. Freezes Assets of 8 Nigerians Over Alleged Cybercrime, Boko Haram, ISIL Ties

The United States has imposed sanctions on eight Nigerians over alleged ties to terrorist organisations, including Boko Haram and the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL),… Read more »

South Sudan: Tinubu Declares Support for South Sudan Peace Process, Calls for Machar's Release

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged Nigeria's support and commitment to the swift implementation of the provisions of the revitalised agreement on the resolution of the… Read more »

Nigeria: Bandits Kill 32 Farmers, Abduct Many, Set Houses Ablaze in Niger Communities

Bandits have killed no fewer than 32 farmers in a series of attacks on Tugan-Makeri, Konsoko, and Pissa communities in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State. Read more »

Nigeria: U.S. Military Planes Land in Maiduguri As Troop Deployment Begins

United States military aircraft have begun landing in Maiduguri, Borno state, signaling the start of a new security cooperation phase between the US and Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: Ransom Payment Empowers Terrorists, Deepens Insecurity - - Us Army Veteran

A retired United States Army officer, Major Yinka Ogunsanya, has condemned the payment of ransom to terrorists by government authorities, describing it as a dangerous practice that… Read more »

Nigeria: Shettima Departs Abuja for AU Summit in Addis Ababa

Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the 2026 African Union (AU) Summit. Read more »

Nigeria: Troops Kill 16 Terrorists, Rescue 11 Kidnapped Victims in Borno

Troops of the Joint Task Force (North-East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have killed 16 terrorists along the Gidan Kaji axis of the Maiduguri-Damboa road in Borno State. Read more »

Nigeria: U.S. to Send More Troops to Nigeria

The United States is currently making plans to send 200 troops to Nigeria, according to New York Times. Read more »

Nigeria: Kwara - 2 Killed in Fresh Bandits' Attack

Bandits have attacked Gidan Sani village in the Tsaragi Emirate area of Kwara State, killing two people, including a woman. Read more »

Nigeria: We're Not Hiring Nigerians to Fight in Ukraine War - Russia

Russia has denied hiring Nigerians as soldiers to fight in its war against Ukraine. Read more »

Nigeria: Army Overruns Terrorist Camp in Kogi, Rescues 14 Victims

Troops of the 12 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have rescued 14 kidnapped victims in Kogi State following sustained offensive operations against terrorists within forest enclaves around… Read more »

Guinea Bissau: Coup Plots - Guinea-Bissau Opposition Leader Summoned By Military Court

Guinea-Bissau's main opposition leader has been summoned to appear before a military court over alleged links to multiple coup plots, judicial and military sources told AFP. Read more »

Nigeria: Barau Leads Delegation On Condolence Visit to Kwara Over Deaths

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, on Saturday, led a high-powered delegation of the Federal Government on a condolence visit to Kwara State over the… Read more »

Nigeria: Insecurity - Senator Backs Establishment of Religious Affairs Ministry

Lawmaker representing Kwara South Senatorial District, Arch. Lola Ashiru, has called for the establishment of a Ministry of Religious Affairs as a tool for promoting harmony, peace… Read more »

Nigeria: Group Empowers Women, Children At Durumi IDP Camp

The AMA Care and Shelter Initiative has empowered women and children at the Durumi Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Camp in Abuja with livelihood tools, food support and… Read more »