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36 Govs. declare position on state police

June 19, 2026June 19, 2026 Aminu Imam

Governors of the thirty-six states in Nigeria, have declared their support for the establishment of State Police in the country. The Governors, operating under the aegis of the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF), made their stance known in a communiqué signed by its Chairman, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. According toreports, the decision was taken at the NGF meeting in Abuja, which lasted from Wednesday to early yesterday. According to the governors, the move must be constitutionally sound and align with federalism and citizens’ rights. The communiqué disclosed that the Governors…

“Nigeria’s security, economic crisis threaten national dev’t.’ – NSCIA

June 19, 2026June 19, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has used the occasion of the Islamic New Year, Hijrah 1448 AH, to raise concerns over the country’s worsening security and economic challenges, warning that sustainable national development cannot thrive in an atmosphere of fear and hardship. In its New Year message signed by its Public Affairs Officer, Abbas Jimoh, the Council said the lessons of Hijrah, faith, sacrifice, resilience, and unity were particularly relevant as Nigeria confronts multiple crises affecting citizens across the country. The Council, led by the Sultan of…

Northern youths raise alarm over alleged plot to remove Service Chiefs

June 19, 2026June 19, 2026 Aminu Imam

Northern youths under the umbrella of the Arewa Youth Assembly (AYA) have raised concerns over what they described as an alleged plot by certain political actors and power brokers to orchestrate the removal of Nigeria’s Service Chiefs, warning that any attempt to politicise the nation’s security leadership could undermine ongoing efforts to tackle insecurity. The spokesperson of the group, Aliyu Sanni Mohammed, at a press conference in Abuja, alleged that credible concerns had emerged suggesting that some influential individuals may have held meetings outside Nigeria aimed at engineering the removal…

‘Lead or resign’ – Ɗangiwa Umar, opposition H’Reps. tells Tinubu

June 18, 2026June 18, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Demands 6-month security plan Fresh criticism has trailed President Bola Tinubu’s administration as former military governor of Kaduna State, Col. Abubakar Ɗangiwa Umar (rtd), and the Minority Caucus in the 10th House of Representatives separately raised concerns over worsening insecurity, economic hardship, and the state of Nigeria’s democracy. In an open letter to the President, Ɗangiwa Umar commended Tinubu for honouring military officers, civilian activists and pro-democracy campaigners who resisted the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election, describing the recognition as a fitting tribute to those who sacrificed…

“Arrested suspects in Benue kidnap case were travellers” – MACBAN

June 18, 2026June 18, 2026 Aminu Imam

Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) in Benue State, Arɗo Muhammad, has alleged that the men arrested in connection with a suspected kidnap case in the Okpokwu local government area of the state were travellers and not kidnappers. In a statement issued on Tuesday and made available to newsmen in Makurdi, the MACBAN chairman claimed that the four Fulani men were travelling from Benue State to Onitsha, Anambra State, to visit relatives when they were allegedly ambushed. Residents had reported that youths in the area…

FG arraigns over 600 terror suspects in court

June 17, 2026June 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Federal Government on Monday arraigned over 600 individuals suspected of terrorist acts before the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, in another phase of terrorism trials. Speaking to newsmen after the arraignment, the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, said the ongoing prosecution sends a clear and direct message that “the present administration is not taking the issue of terrorism lightly. That is why you see ongoing trials”. According to the AGF, the exercise marks the fourth phase of terrorism-related prosecutions under the President…

Troops rescue widow of Late Major-Gen. Rabe Abubakar

June 16, 2026June 16, 2026 Aminu Imam

Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 17 Brigade have rescued Mrs. Abubakar, widow of the Late Major General Rabe Abubakar, who was abducted by bandits shortly before the retired senior military officer died in captivity. According to military sources, the rescue operation was carried out in Tunga Village, where troops encountered the armed bandits holding her captive. During the exchange, the kidnappers reportedly shot Mrs. Abubakar before fleeing as soldiers advanced on their position. The troops immediately secured the area, rescued her and administered emergency first aid. Military authorities said Mrs.…

Insecurity: 20 killed in fresh Kebbi attack

June 16, 2026June 16, 2026 Aminu Imam

Fresh concerns over Nigeria’s worsening security situation have emerged following the killing of at least 20 people in Fasken Rafi village, Arewa local government area of Kebbi State, during an attack by suspected Lakurawa insurgents. The assault reportedly occurred on Sunday, and was described by residents as one of the most coordinated attacks on the community in recent times. The attack comes amid growing national anxiety over persistent killings, kidnappings, and banditry across several parts of the country. Kebbi State officials confirmed the incident, prompting the state government to dispatch…

Bandits halt farming, demand new levies in Sokoto communities

June 16, 2026June 16, 2026 Aminu Imam

Residents of at least 26 communities in Sabon-Birni local government area of Sokoto State have begun raising funds to pay fresh levies imposed by bandits, who have also suspended farming activities ahead of the rainy season. Sources said the armed groups issued a 3-day ultimatum, warning farmers to stay away from their farmlands until the demanded payments were made. The affected communities include Zululu, Gardi, Katsira, Garin Idi, Kafchi, Rambaɗawa, Nasarawa and several others. A resident disclosed that the bandits threatened to kill or abduct anyone found farming during the…

“Poverty, out-of-school children driving insecurity in the North” — NSGF

June 16, 2026June 16, 2026 Aminu Imam

Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has identified widespread poverty, youth unemployment and the growing number of out-of-school children as major factors fuelling insecurity across northern Nigeria. Speaking yesterday at the meeting of the Northern Traditional Rulers Council held in Dutse, Jigawa State, Governor Yahaya said the region’s security challenges are deeply rooted in decades of underdevelopment and social deprivation. According to him, about 86 million people in Northern Nigeria, representing 65 per cent of the region’s population, are living…