Tag: TERRORISM

Tinubu calls for stronger security measures after Kaduna village attack

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Tinubu on Kaduna village attack

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has requested a stronger security response in parts of Kaduna State after a tragic attack on Naridon Village in Kamaru Ward of Kauru local government area, which resulted in the deaths of around 30 residents. This order came after gunmen reportedly raided the community early on Monday, killing men, women, and children, while also burning several homes. In a statement issued yesterday by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Tinubu condemned the assault as a barbaric and cowardly act of…

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Trump commends Tinubu over fight against terrorism, protection of Christians

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Trump commends Tinubu

United States (U.S) President, Donald Trump has commended President Bola Tinubu for what he described as his decisive leadership in tackling terrorism and insecurity in Nigeria, particularly attacks on Christian communities. Trump conveyed the commendation in a letter dated July 6, 2026, to Tinubu, the details of which were made public yesterday, in a statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. In the letter, titled: ‘President Trump lauds President Tinubu’s decisive leadership against terrorists’, Trump praised Tinubu’s efforts to address security challenges and reaffirmed…

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“Don’t wait for order before shooting terrorists” – Defence Minister to soldiers

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Defence Minister to soldiers

Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has directed security personnel not to hesitate in confronting armed bandits and terrorists, declaring that any operative who fails to neutralise criminals under the excuse of awaiting orders would be treated as collaborating with them. Musa gave the charge yesterday in Sokoto State while commissioning 62 operational vehicles and security equipment worth ₦27.127 billion procured by the Sokoto State Government to strengthen security operations across the state. He said: “Once you are deployed, do not wait for any order from anybody to shoot…

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“Military action alone can’t end banditry, terrorism in North” – Sir. A’Bello Foundation

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A'Bello Foundation on insecurity

The Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation (SABMF) says military operations alone cannot sustainably end insecurity in Northern Nigeria without strong grassroots intelligence, data-driven coordination and institutional collaboration. The Foundation made the position known during its ‘May 2026 Monthly Online Mentorship Programme’, which was held on Saturday. The programme, themed: ‘An Evidence-Based Solution to the Northern Insecurity Challenges: For Regional Unity, Peace and Development’, focused on practical strategies for addressing the region’s persistent security challenges. Speaking at the event, the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of SABMF, Abubakar Umar, said sustainable…

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Jos killings: “Govt. officials sponsoring terrorism” – U.S lawmaker alleges

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US lawmaker alleges

A senior United States lawmaker, Senator Ted Cruz, has disclosed that the US Government is tracking many unnamed Nigerian government officials whom he accused of sponsoring terrorism in the country. In a message posted on his X handle recently, in response to the Palm Sunday Killings in Ungwan-Rukuba, Gari-Ya-Waye area in Jos, the US Congressman accused the Nigerian government officials of implementing policies that encourage the activities of terror groups in Nigeria. Specifically, the US Congressman mentioned that the Sharia law being implemented in Nigeria particularly in northern Nigeria has…

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“We’ll win over banditry, terrorism” – Tinubu assures Nigerians

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Tinubu assures Nigerians

President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that his administration will overcome banditry and terrorism in the country. The President made the remarks on Saturday during the commissioning of the Gateway International Airport in Iperu, Ogun State, alongside a series of other infrastructure projects. “We will win over banditry and terrorism. I give you the assurance that we will invest more in our people”, Tinubu stated. He added that the presence and deployment of security vehicles at the event underscored the government’s commitment to protecting lives and property. “The development of…

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“Political talk won’t stop terror” – Security expert blasts FG over failure to capture Turji

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Security expert on Turji

A prominent security analyst, Dr. Yahuza Getso, has strongly criticised the Federal Government over what he described as a lack of genuine commitment to arresting infamous Zamfara-based bandit kingpin, Bello Turji. Speaking during an interview on television, Dr. Getso dismissed repeated official claims about efforts to capture Turji as “mere political statements,” arguing that such pronouncements lack substance and measurable results. “I don’t believe that Nigeria is genuinely interested in any way to arrest Bello Turji,” he said, expressing deep skepticism over the government’s resolve. The security expert questioned the…

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Terrorism: US deploys drones, troops to Nigeria for intelligence support

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US deploys drones, troops

The United States has deployed several MQ-9 drones and around 200 troops to Nigeria to assist in the fight against Islamist militants, US and Nigerian officials told Reuters news agency. According to US officials, the troops are not embedded with Nigerian frontline units, and the drones are strictly focused on intelligence-gathering, with no airstrikes being conducted. Previously, the US operated a $100 million drone base in neighbouring Niger, with roughly 1,000 troops monitoring militant activity across the Sahel. The facility was closed in 2024 after Niger’s military government ordered US…

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Israeli Ambassador accuses Iran of sponsoring terrorism in Nigeria

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Israeli Amb. accuses Iran

The Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, has accused Iran of sponsoring terrorism in Nigeria and attempting to expand its influence in West Africa through extremist movements. Speaking in an interview yesterday, Freeman alleged that some groups operating in Nigeria, including the Islamic Movement of Nigeria, receive ideological or operational backing from Tehran. He cited statements by Ali Khamenei as evidence of Iran’s support for such movements. According to him, Iran’s activities form part of a broader global agenda involving support for militant groups and destabilising campaigns in several regions.…

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‘U.S providing military support to Nigeria at no cost’ – DHQ

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DHQ on US military

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has stated that the United States is providing military support to Nigeria at no cost as part of efforts to combat terrorism. The Director of Defence Media Operations at the Defence Headquarters, Major General Michael Onoja, made this known yesterday, while briefing journalists on security operations conducted in February 2026, disclosed that the US is offering training, intelligence and other operational assistance to strengthen Nigeria’s counter-terrorism operations. Onoja explained that the support is being channelled through the United States Africa Command under a partnership arrangement. “The…

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