Defence/Security

Defence/Security

Air power, national security and the fight against terrorism in 2025

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In 2025, Nigeria’s air power has proven to be a decisive force multiplier in combating complex, asymmetric security threats, from terrorism to banditry. The Nigerian Air Force’s effectiveness stems from sustained investments in modern platforms, intelligence-led operations, and seamless joint-service cooperation, enabling superior situational awareness and rapid precision strikes. By providing critical speed, reach, and ISR capabilities, air assets have reshaped battlefield dynamics, disrupted enemy logistics, and reduced risks to ground forces. This strategic integration of air

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NSCDC nabs 8 suspects over Outpost attack in Katsina

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In a significant security response, Nigerian authorities have arrested eight suspects following a violent attack on a Civil Defense outpost in Katsina, which was set ablaze by a mob protesting a fatal raid on a drug peddler. This incident underscores a dangerous escalation from protest to coordinated assaults on multiple security installations, revealing deep-seated local tensions and challenges to state authority. The decisive containment by joint security forces and the launch of a high-level investigation highlight a strategic move to restore order and deter future violence.

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Alleged money laundering: EFCC arraigns ex-AGF, son

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A former Nigerian Attorney-General, Abubakar Malami, is set to be arraigned on serious money laundering charges, highlighting a significant anti-corruption action against a high-ranking former official. The charges, spanning his tenure from 2015 to 2025, allege a sophisticated scheme to conceal billions of naira through shell companies, bank accounts, and luxury property acquisitions in Abuja. This case uniquely underscores the alleged brazen use of family members and corporate entities to disguise illicit funds, suggesting systemic vulnerabilities

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Police foil armed robbery operation, nab suspect in FCT

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The FCT Police Command successfully thwarted an armed robbery in Abuja’s Karu Site area, demonstrating the critical effectiveness of community vigilance and rapid emergency response. A swift police intervention, triggered by a civilian distress call, led to a firefight and the arrest of one suspect while recovering weapons including a fabricated firearm. This incident underscores the tangible value of public-police cooperation and the operational readiness of local divisions in preventing crime. The ongoing manhunt for the two escaped accomplices highlights the continued need for

Defence/Security

Local defence producers praise Tinubu’s ‘Nigeria First’ policy, seek increased patronage

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Nigeria’s local defence industry, empowered by recent policy reforms, asserts that tailored domestic production is critical to effectively addressing the nation’s unique security challenges. While praising the government’s “Nigeria First” policy for enabling growth, industry leaders highlight a critical gap: insufficient federal patronage despite proven local capacity. Their strategic vision extends beyond national borders, aiming to position Nigeria as a regional hub for defence solutions, which would drive technology transfer and long-term military readiness. Achieving this potential hinges on increased government contracts,

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Police confirm 2 killed, 4 abducted in Gombe community

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A pre-dawn attack in Gombe State, Nigeria, resulted in two fatalities and four kidnappings, underscoring a persistent security crisis where gunmen target civilians in their homes. In response, authorities have mobilized tactical units and local vigilantes, highlighting a reactive reliance on combined formal and community-led security measures. The governor’s condemnation frames such violence as a direct threat to regional stability and the state’s governance credibility. This incident exemplifies the critical challenge of protecting rural communities and the urgent need for proactive,

Defence/Security

Army honours troops with Christmas luncheon in Kwara

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The Nigerian Army leadership leveraged a Christmas luncheon in Kwara to bolster troop morale and reinforce strategic priorities. The event served as a platform to commend frontline personnel while issuing a critical security alert against heightened threats during festive periods. A core message was the reaffirmation of the military’s commitment to soldier welfare, including living conditions and family support. This orchestrated engagement underscores a deliberate command philosophy aimed at maintaining unity, discipline, and presidential trust within the force.

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3 killed as security operatives, drug peddlers clash in Katsina

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A routine drug enforcement operation in Katsina escalated into fatal community violence, triggered by the attempted arrest of a specific peddler and the confiscation of his phone. The incident reveals a critical vulnerability where localized law enforcement actions can rapidly spiral into wider unrest, as evidenced by the retaliatory burning of a security outpost and the violence spreading to a funeral procession. This underscores a dangerous nexus between criminal networks and communal volatility, where enforcement actions can inadvertently ignite broader civil conflict. The situation demands a revised operational

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NDLEA arrests ex-convict, 3 others over UK-bound cocaine consignments

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The NDLEA’s recent operations reveal a critical failure in Nigeria’s judicial system, where a convicted high-volume drug trafficker, having paid a fine for a previous 30kg methamphetamine offense, was able to swiftly return to the trade and orchestrate a 1.5kg cocaine shipment to the UK. This case underscores that financial penalties alone are an ineffective deterrent for organized narcotics networks, allowing them to treat fines as a mere cost of business. Concurrent, widespread seizures of cannabis across multiple

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