Nigerian Navy pledges continued security in Niger Delta
By Bridget Ikyado The outgoing Flag Officer Commanding (FOC), Eastern Naval Command, Rear Adm. S.K. Ibrahim says the Nigerian Navy will continue to provide adequate security […]
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Impressive turnout as voting begins in Aguata
There was large turnout of voters at the Amaesi Ward of Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra at the Saturday Governorship election in the state. […]
5 dead, scores injured as kerosene tank explodes at Kubwa Market
No fewer than five people have died while several other persons sustained varying degree of injuries as a kerosene-laden tank exploded at popular Kubwa Village […]
Enugu NSCDC deploys 350 personnel, 15 vehicles for Anambra guber poll
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Enugu State Command, says it is deploying no fewer than 350 personnel for the forthcoming Anambra governorship […]
Bandits rape 2, attack others in Kwara – NSCDC
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has confirmed that unknown gunmen have attacked Nuku village in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara. This […]
Anambra govt declares Thursday, Friday work-free ahead of guber
The Anambra government has declared Thursday Nov. 4 and Friday Nov. 5 as work-free days ahead of the Saturday governorship election. This is contained in […]
Election: Mixed reactions trail massive security deployment in Anambra
Residents of Awka, the Anambra State capital have expressed mixed feelings following the deployment of heavy security to the state ahead of Nov. 6 governorship […]
Borno: NSCDC discovers explosive in farm
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Command, in Borno, has discovered explosive in a farm in Auno village of Konduga LGA. Briefing newsmen […]
Plateau assembly crisis: Lawmakers urge President Buhari to intervene, save democracy
Embattled Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Abok Ayuba,and other members of the House loyal to him,have called on President Muhammadu Buhari to […]
As Anambra State Confronts an Organized Crime Family, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu
On 6 November, 2021, Anambra State, at 4,844 km² the second smallest state by landmass in Nigeria – Lagos State with 3,577 km² is the smallest […]
Bandits kill 3 security operatives in Zamfara; Police, Civil Defence give conflicting details
Bandits killed three security personnel in a gun duel in Zamfara on Wednesday, police said in Gusau on Saturday. Police command’s spokesman in Zamfara, SP […]
Man, 22, commits suicide in Kwara over impotence – NSCDC
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has said that a 22-year-old man, Shuaib Idris, committed suicide in Gwanara, Baruten Local Government Area of […]
Tight security in Federal High Court ahead of Nnamdi Kanu’s trial
There is tight security at the Federal High Court Abuja as the court sets to continue the trial of the leader of the proscribed Indigenous […]
No court order stopping Adamawa APC Congress – electoral committee
Prof. Umar Katsayal, Chairman Electoral Committee, All Progressives Congress (APC) Adamawa state congress, says all was now set for the Congress and that there was […]
Apprentice electrician caught with 3 stolen prepaid meters confesses to 8
Gospel Osuala, a 26-year-old apprentice electrician who stole eight prepaid meters in Ondo State said in Akure on Monday that starvation and frustration led him […]
NSCDC arrests suspected kidnapping syndicate collaborator, recover pistol
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested a suspected kidnapping syndicate collaborator and informant operating within Enugu metropolis and its environs. The […]
We’ll protect firemen, assets — FG
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to protect fire fighters and their equipment from physical attacks while responding to emergencies and disasters. Sola Fasure, […]
One die, as unknown gunmen attack Kwara community — NSCDC
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has reported that some unidentified gunmen attacked a farm settlement at Ahun village, Oro-Ago, Ifelodun Local Government […]
NSCDC nabs butcher, one other with contaminated cow meat in Kwara
The Kwara Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested a meat seller, Bashiru Bala-Zuru, and one Nawali Bala while attempting […]
DPR seals 11 illegal gas plants, 2 petrol stations in Abuja
The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), in Abuja, on Thursday sealed 11 illegal gas plants and two filling stations over sharp practices. The News Agency […]
Navy arrests 16 suspected pipeline vandals in Lagos
The Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) BEECROFT, Apapa, Lagos, on Monday said it had arrested 16 suspected pipeline vandals at Abagbo segment of the NNPC pipelines. […]
3 agents in court for allegedly cheating client
Three agents on Monday appeared in a Grade I Area Court in Karu, FCT, for allegedly cheating their client of N2 million. The police charged […]
Safe School Initiative: NSCDC deploys 61 female special squad to Adamawa
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), says it has deployed 61 Special Female Armed and Rapid Response Squad to fast track enforcement of […]
NSCDC arrests 3 for alleged theft in Jigawa
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Jigawa, has arrested three suspects for alleged theft of a motorcycle, and receiving stolen property. NSCDC’s […]
NSCDC intercepts 33,000 litres of PMS from suspected vandals in Kwara
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has intercepted 33,000 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from suspected vandals. The vandals were arrested at […]