Category: Crime
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Hon. Anani Leads Grassroots Security Revolution, Urges 774 LGAs to Embrace Wase Model
The Executive Chairman of Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State, Hon. Dr. Hamisu Mohammed Anani, has advocated the adoption of a structured community security network across Nigeria’s 774 Local Government Areas and Area Councils to complement the emerging state police structure and strengthen grassroots security management. Anani made the call on Tuesday, November 3,…
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Defence Minister Under Fire Over Conflicting Directives on Terror Fight, Group Laments
ABUJA — The Alliance for Democratic Governance and Peace Initiative (ADGAPi) has expressed concern over what it described as conflicting public remarks by the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd.), warning that inconsistent communication on Nigeria’s counter-terrorism strategy could undermine public confidence and create uncertainty about the country’s security direction. In a statement…
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Defence Minister Urged to Clarify Security Strategy as Group Warns Against Mixed Messaging
ABUJA – Socio-political awareness organisation, WhichWayNigeria, has urged the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd.), to provide a clear and consistent explanation of the Federal Government’s counter-terrorism strategy, warning that contradictory public statements on security could weaken public confidence and create uncertainty among military personnel. The group made the call in a press…
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Fresh Crisis Hits Labour Party as Peter Agada Camp Demands Refund of N150m, Threaten EFCC Petition
A fresh crisis has erupted within the Labour Party (LP) following a demand by supporters of former presidential aspirant, Arc. Dr. Peter Agada, for the refund of N150 million allegedly paid to the party during the 2027 presidential nomination process. The group, comprising former Labour Party stakeholders, Obidient movement promoters and members of the Arc.…
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Religious Group Dismisses Bribery Claims Against Matawalle, Warns Against “Dangerous Misinformation”
The United Front for Religious Tolerance in Nigeria has dismissed as “false, misleading, and inflammatory” allegations circulating online that the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, attempted to bribe a United States official, warning that such claims risk undermining national stability and public trust. In a press statement signed by Barrister Okie…
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US Lawmaker: NADG Rubbishes Terror, Bribery Allegations Against Matawalle, Says Security Crisis Not One Man’s Fault
The National Alliance for Democratic Governance (NADG) has dismissed allegations linking the Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, to terrorism and bribery, describing them as unsubstantiated and warning against the growing influence of unverified claims in shaping public opinion on Nigeria’s security challenges. In a detailed press statement signed by its…
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Misplaced Blame, Missed Priorities: Why Targeting Matawalle Won’t Fix Nigeria’s Security Crisis
By James Ezema The recent call by a U.S.-based lawmaker, Kimberly Daniels, for the removal of Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has stirred predictable reactions across political and media spaces. Yet, beneath the headlines lies a more important question: is Nigeria’s deepening insecurity the failure of one man—or the consequence of entrenched…
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Security Boost: ALGON Partners Police to Tackle Insecurity Nationwide
In a renewed push to confront Nigeria’s security challenges, the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria has strengthened its partnership with the Nigeria Police Force, as its National President, Bello Lawal, led a high-level delegation to meet with the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, in Abuja. The high-profile meeting at the Force Headquarters signaled…
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Musa Challenges Graduates Of AFIT On Innovation And Technology
Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd) OFR has challenged the graduates of Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) to embrace innovation and technology in shaping the future of Nigeria’s defence and security sector. Musa gave the challenge during the institute’s 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Combined Convocation Ceremony for the award of…
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Defence Ministry Permanent Secretary Applauds MoD-HIP on HIV/AIDS, COVID-19 Response, Pledges Stronger Support
The Permanent Secretary of Nigeria’s Ministry of Defence, Mr. Richard Pheelangwah, has lauded the leadership and staff of the Ministry of Defence Health Implementation Programme (MoD-HIP) for their sustained dedication and professionalism in combating HIV/AIDS and other public health challenges, particularly among Armed Forces families. Pheelangwah gave the commendation during a familiarisation visit to the…
