By Mojisola Oladele The Commandant of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Osun State Command, Dr Michael Adaralewa has reiterated the readiness of the command, to deploy personnel to join the Nigerian Correctional Service Armed Squad to guard custodial centres in Osun State. Dr Continue Reading
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By Rasheedah Makinde Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC Commandant in Oyo State, Mr Augustine Padonu has called on the security agencies officers’ wives association to always support their husbands in all ramifications to collectively wage war against insecurity. Mr Padonu made the call at the end of a 3-day skill acquisition exhibition organized […]Continue Reading
By Rasheedah Makinde Major General Obinna Onubogu has assumed command as the 46th General Officer Commanding, GOC, 2 Division Nigerian Army. Major General Onubogu assumed command following a handing-over ceremony at the Division’s Headquarters, Adekunle Fajuyi Cantonment, Ibadan. The new GOC, who took over the command from his predecessor, Major General Bamidele Continue Reading
The Kano State Police Commissioner, Hussaini Gumel, has directed Operational Commanders and Divisional Police Officers to intensify patrols around all the primary and secondary schools as well as all tertiary institutions in the state. This is contained in a statement by the Command’s Public Relations, SP Abdullahi Haruna, on Wednesday. He said the measure was […]Continue Reading
President Bola Tinubu has directed security and intelligence agencies to immediately rescue the abducted vulnerable victims, internally displaced persons in Borno State, and students in Kaduna State. The President, who condemned the abduction, also ordered all relevant government agencies to ensure that justice is served against the perpetrators of the abominable acts. Continue Reading
By Mojisola Oladele Officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC have been urged to remember the importance of upholding the rule of law, preserving peace and safe guarding the wellbeing of citizens. Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke gave the advice during the passing out parade of the 2022 intake, 3rd year […]Continue Reading
By Rasheedah Makinde Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC Commandant in Oyo state, Mr Augustine Padonu has called on newly recruited officers of the corps to be dedicated and professional while discharging their Responsibilities. Mr Padonu gave the advice during the passing out parade of the fifty 2022/2023 recruits at its headquarters Agodi Ibadan. […]Continue Reading
By Zion Oyelade Following the recent security threat occasioned by the suspected invaders, Yoruba traditional rulers have called for a redesigning of the security architecture that would recognize the peculiarity of each region. This is contained in a communique read on behalf of the Yoruba Crowns at the end of the Security Summit put together […]Continue Reading
By Mojisola Adasofunjo Ogun State House of Assembly has passed a resolution calling on the state government to as a matter of urgency provide all necessary instruments and apparatus that will enhance the security network to reduce the incessant cases of kidnapping, murder and ritual killings to the barest minimum. Opening debate on the motion leading […]Continue Reading
By Rasheedah Makinde The Nigeria Police Force, NPF, has reiterated its commitment to ensuring that peace and stability remain their priority for the betterment of Nigerians. The Force Police Public Relations Officer, Abuja Headquarters, FPPRO, Mr Muyiwa Adejobi stated this while addressing newsmen during the presentation of the award to the overall winner of boxing Continue Reading
By Oluwatoyin Adegoke The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has promised to provide the necessary support to the Nigerian Army in the discharge of its responsibility of protecting the lives and property of the citizens. Governor Abiodun made this known at the Nigerian Army 2023 West Africa Social Activities held at Alamala Barrack, Abeokuta Ogun […]Continue Reading
By Iyabo Adebisi In a bid to further secure the state, the Oyo Government has disclosed its readiness to repair seven armoured personnel carriers to equip security agencies. The state’s Commissioner for Justice, Abiodun Aikomo disclosed this while briefing journalists after the executive council meeting at the Governor’s office, Secretariat, Ibadan. Mr Aikomo Continue Reading
By Mosope Kehinde The Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, CP Adebola Hamzat says the situation in the country has called for community policing as the issue of security could no longer be handled by the government alone. CP Hamzat stated this during the flag-off of the construction of a Police station initiated by a […]Continue Reading
Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC, has called for continued support from the Nigeria Police to collectively wage war against insecurity. NSCDC Commandant in Oyo state, Mr Augustine Padonu, MRM, made the call when he paid a courtesy visit to the State’s Commissioner of Police, Mr Adebola Hamzat at the Police Headquarters, Eleyele Ibadan. […]Continue Reading
President Bola Tinubu has departed the nation’s capital, Abuja, to attend the grand finale of a week-long activities to mark the 60th anniversary of the Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna. “President Bola Tinubu departs to attend NDA Anniversary in Kaduna,” read an update from the State House media office Saturday morning. On February 5, the Academy […]Continue Reading
By Kazeem Ayodeji Less than twelve hours after arriving Ekiti state the Army special forces, deployed by the Chief of Army Staff to boost security in the state have arrested one of the six suspected kidnappers who were operating along Ikere Igbara Odo road. The other five managed to escape and are being pursued by the […]Continue Reading
Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC, has cautioned members of the public against jungle justice. The new NSCDC commandant in Oyo state, Mr Augustine Padonu, MRM, made this known while parading some suspected criminals at the command’s headquarters, Agodi Ibadan. Mr Padonu, MRM, said the act of jungle Justice has been hindering the efforts […]Continue Reading
Omolara Adasofunjo Ogun State Government has been advised to approve the deployment of local security, especially the Amotekun Corps across the state to complement the efforts of conventional security agencies in protecting lives and property of the people, in view of the rising spate of insecurity, especially kidnapping and ritual killings. The Speaker, Ogun State […]Continue Reading
By Funmi Ojo Osun State government has ordered a 6pm to 6am curfew with immediate effect on the warring Ifon and Ilobu communities, starting from Tuesday, 30th January 2024. The is contained in a statement by the Osun State Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Mr. Kolapo Alimiand after a State Security Meeting. The government […]Continue Reading
By Rasheedah Makinde The Nigerian Army says it remains committed, proactive in responding to security challenges and dealing with threats to peace and security of the country. The General Officer commanding, GOC, 2 division Nigerian Army, Major General Bamidele Alabi stated this during the celebration of West Africa Social Activities, WASA, 2023 at the Major General Continue Reading
Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has declared a 24-hour curfew on the Mangu Local Government Area of the state with immediate effect. The development was confirmed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the governor’s Director of Press and Public Affairs, Gyang Bere. He said the decision followed the deteriorating security situation in the area. […]Continue Reading
By Folake Oye As part of efforts to secure lives and property of residents in Osun State, Governor Ademola Adeleke has announced the establishment of a State Security Trust Fund. In a statement by the Governor”s spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed in Osogbo, the Governor directed a five member committee to work out the modalities for […]Continue Reading
The Police Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has urged Nigerians to report anyone seen with live ammunition to curb arms proliferation in Nigeria. This was contained in a statement shared on Sunday on his official X account. Sharing a picture of live ammunition, Adejobi said, “These are live ammunition, called “èpà” or “groundnuts” in […]Continue Reading
By Mosope Kehinde Oyo State House of Assembly has appealed to security agencies to embark on intelligence gathering to identify residences of illegal miners or expatriates who may be storing Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) in other areas in the State. The appeal followed a matter of urgent public importance raised on the floor by the […]Continue Reading
By Funmi Adekoya-Ojo The recent explosion in the Bodija Area of Ibadan in Oyo State must be thoroughly investigated. Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke who stated this in a condolence message by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, described the incident as sad and unfortunate. Governor Adeleke commiserated with his Oyo State counterpart, Governor Seyi […]Continue Reading