Security expert Sadeeq Shehu says Governor Nasir Idris’ claim that troops were withdrawn shortly before the Kebbi schoolgirls’ abduction is too serious to ignore and must be fully investigated, warning that the incident exposes major failures in Nigeria’s Safe School programme.
Katsina State has ordered the immediate closure of all public schools due to escalating security threats and banditry attacks.
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth met with Nigeria’s National Security Advisor to coordinate efforts under @POTUS leadership to end the persecution of Christians by jihadist terrorists in Nigeria.
President Tinubu has instructed Defence Minister Bello Matawalle to relocate to Kebbi State to monitor security efforts following the abduction of 25 schoolgirls.
Oyo State governor Seyi Makinde says his dispute with Nyesom Wike is rooted in concerns over preserving Nigeria’s multi-party democracy.
President Bola Tinubu has postponed his trips to South Africa and Angola to receive security briefings on the Kebbi schoolgirls’ abduction and the attack on worshippers in Kwara State.
Solomon Dalung has accused the Nigerian government of enabling what he describes as genocidal attacks and mass displacement in Plateau State.
A joint UN report has warned that worsening conflicts and funding gaps could push millions into famine, listing Nigeria among 16 global hunger hotspots.
Nigeria says diplomatic talks with the U.S. are yielding results, urging dialogue and coordinated security efforts to address ongoing attacks and internal divisions.
A new European Union report has revealed that over 100,000 Nigerian police officers are assigned to VIP protection, worsening the country’s security gaps.