Palpable fear has engulfed the whole of Omala Local Government Area of Kogi State following the large scale influx of Fulani herdsmen into the area. The herdsmen, in their thousands, have almost outnumbered the original inhabitants of the towns and villages. A visit by our reporters to Abejukolo, the Local Government headquarters revealed that they […]
Category archives: Security
DSS advocates for peaceful rerun and bye-elections, denouncing violence.
The Department of State Services (DSS) has called on the electorate and participating political parties in the 3rd February, 2024 re-run and bye-elections to be of good conduct during and after the exercises in the affected States. The appeal was contained in a statement signed by the Service’s spokesman, Mr. Peter Afunanya, the Service tasks […]
Emergency Security Meeting Called by FCT Minister Wike in Response to Rising Insecurity in Abuja
In response to the escalating incidents of killings and kidnappings in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has convened an emergency security meeting. The gathering includes the participation of key figures from various security formations in Abuja, along with the Chairmen of the Area Councils. Wike assured that measures would be taken […]
Stop undue attacks on public office holders, group tells DSS
The Forum of Middle belt Youths Presidents have charged the Department of State Services, DSS to channel their powers towards solving the various security challenges facing the country rather than attacking public office holders working day and night to develop their states. The group while speaking with newsmen in Abuja said they received with shock […]
ONDO STATE GOVERNMENT BOOSTS SECURITY WITH CIG MOTORS PICKUP VANS
The Ondo State government has taken delivery of a fleet of JMC pickup vans from CIG Motors Nigeria owners of GAC Motor, JMC Pickup, DFM bus and Light truck to boost security in the state. An official handover ceremony which held recently at the Ondo State government house, Akure marked a new milestone for CIG […]
Breaking: NDLEA declares Kyari wanted over membership of international drug syndicate
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has declared the suspended head of the Police Intelligence Response Team (IRT), DCP Abba Kyari, wanted over alleged drug offences. The NDLEA said investigation has revealed that Kyari who has been linked to Ramon Olorunwa Abbas, popularly known as Hushpuppi is a member of a drug syndicate which […]
Security: Yoruba group endorses Bello for President to fix Nigeria
Following yet another award in recognition of his efforts in combating insecurity in Kogi State, the Congress of Yoruba Youth (CYY) has backed Governor Yahaya Bello to succeed President Muhammadu Buhari in 2023. In a statement signed by its President, Aare Adeniyi Ibikunle, the youths from the South-West said the governor has shown capacity to […]
NEDC gets TheNigerian star award nomination for national intervention, recovery
The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has been nominated for an award of excellence by UK-based media group, TheNigerian News. In a letter addressed to its Managing Director, Mohammed Goni Alkali, the company said the NEDC will be recognised as Most Outstanding Agency for National Intervention and Recovery. According to the company, NEDC alongside other […]
NUJ Election: Unknown journalist petitions DSS, alleges Ogbeche flies private jet
The Nigeria Union of Journalists, FCT Council, has urged the Department of State Security, DSS, to focus on issues of national security and stop the harassment of its officials. Four officials of the council; Chairman, Emmanuel Ogbeche, Vice Chairman, Osaretin Osadebamwen, Secretary, Ochiaka Ugwu, and Treasurer, Aisha Kadala, were at the FCT Command of the […]
Group expresses confidence in Audi’s leadership at NSCDC
A group, Stand Up Nigeria, has passed a vote of confidence on Dr Audi Ahmed following what it described as superlative leadership reforms in the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC. The group which early this morning besieged the National Assembly vowed that Audi wont be distracted despite several calls for his removal. The […]