Nigeria, US Launch Defence Working Groups to Combat Terrorism, Insecurity

Nigeria, US Launch Defence Working Groups to Combat Terrorism, Insecurity

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja Nigeria and the United States have inaugurated the Defence Institutional Technical Working Groups (DITWGs) in Abuja as part of the 2026 Defence Cooperation Roadmap aimed at strengthening bilateral security collaboration against terrorism and regional instability. The development was announced in a statement signed by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, on Monday. Speaking during the inauguration, the head of the US delegation, Mr. […]

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Benue Governor Backs Tinubu’s Military Upgrades to Combat Insecurity

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, has praised President Bola Tinubu for providing the Nigerian Army with improved weapons and military equipment to help tackle the country’s growing security challenges. In a statement signed by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the governor made the remarks on Thursday while receiving the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, during a courtesy […]

March 8, 2026 16

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Northern Group Urges Joint Action to Tackle Worsening Insecurity in the North

By Zainab Uzomah The Northern Reconciliation Group (NRG) has raised alarm over the escalating wave of violent attacks, kidnappings and banditry across several states in Northern Nigeria, warning that many rural and semi-urban communities are living under constant threat.In a statement signed by its pro tempore secretary, Dr Joseph Lengmang, and pro tempore spokesperson, Professor Usman Yusuf, the group expressed solidarity with victims of repeated violence, saying the loss of […]

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Security expert slams defence minister over rising insecurity

Security expert slams defence minister over rising insecuritySecurity consultant and public affairs analyst, Opialu Fabian, has criticised the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, over the country’s worsening insecurity, despite the substantial support provided by President Bola Tinubu. Speaking during a TVC News programme, Politics Tonight, on Monday, Fabian commended Tinubu’s efforts and political will, particularly in allocating the highest budgetary provision for security in Nigeria’s history. “The President has done […]

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