Nigeria Insecurity Crisis
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Nigeria's Attorney General states mass terrorism trials show the government's seriousness about insecurity. However, an Anglican bishop urges arming local vigilantes, and a presidential candidate applauds a singer for protesting the issue. Experts also suggest appointing a special envoy for the Sahel region to address the escalating problem.
Oba of Benin summons traditional healers over worsening insecurity
The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, is taking a proactive stance on Nigeria's escalating security challenges by convening a crucial meeting with traditional healers, priests, and priestesses. The urgent gathering, set for Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at the Oba's palace, aims to harness traditional and spiritual means to bolster existing government initiatives against insecurity in Edo State and across th…
Oba of Benin Convenes Traditional Leaders Over Worsening Insecurity
The Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, has summoned a critical meeting involving native doctors, traditional priests, and priestesses. This urgent gathering is a direct respons…
Insecurity not due to weak leadership, Tinubu has political will, Oshiomhole
Senator Adams Oshiomhole asserted that Nigeria's escalating insecurity stems not from a deficit in President Bola Tinubu's political will, but rather from potential issues in the execution of directiv…
Insecurity not due to weak leadership, Tinubu has political will, Oshiomhole
Senator Adams Oshiomhole asserted that Nigeria's escalating insecurity stems not from a deficit in President Bola Tinubu's political will, but rather from potential issues in the execution of directiv…
Nigeria must unite against insecurity, urges former Head of State Abubakar
Former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.), has called for a united Nigerian front against the escalating insecurity plaguing the nation. Speaking on the occasion of his 84th birthday,…
Oshiomhole Urges Review of NSCDC Act Amid Insecurity Concerns
A former governor has called for a critical review of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Act, citing the escalating challenges posed by insecurity across the nation. Adams Oshiomhole…
Nigerian newspapers review: [Insecurity] Govs seek swift establishment of state police
Nigerian governors are renewing their push for the immediate creation of state police forces, viewing it as a critical measure to combat the nation's pervasive insecurity. The state chief executives h…
