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Nigerian security agencies are investigating the sources behind widespread online claims that fintech operator OPay has ceased operations. Authorities confirmed the reports are false and warned against spreading misinformation.
Social media personality Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, has called on Nigerian security agencies to adopt aggressive strategies against rising kidnapping rates and violent crime across the country.
Nigerian security agencies have summoned six individuals suspected of terror financing for questioning and have frozen their assets. This action is part of an ongoing effort to combat terror funding.
Nigerian security agencies, including the NSCDC and FRSC, have deployed thousands of operatives and vehicles across several states to ensure safety during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The military has also pledged to secure the North East region during the festivities.
Nigerian security agencies and an independent panel have introduced new protocols aimed at preventing violence and managing disputes before the 2027 general elections. Meanwhile, labor unions and political parties continue to voice concerns over fuel pricing and democratic representation.
A Nigerian lawyer is urging the Police, EFCC, and Army to adopt the compensation model used by the DSS for victims of wrongful arrests and detentions.
The Nigerian Army and Inspector General of Police have called for stronger inter-agency and community collaboration to combat insecurity. This comes as a center faults the Reps minority leader's call to suspend election activities due to the security situation.
Nigerian security agencies successfully intercepted a planned sabotage operation targeting railway tracks in Osun State, recovering nine stolen cylinders and arresting suspects. The intervention prevents potential transit disruptions and underscores ongoing efforts to protect critical national infrastructure.
On July 2, Nigeria's defense, intelligence, law enforcement, anti-corruption, emergency response, and public safety agencies jointly addressed the nation on the state of national security, an extraordinary step emerging from collaborative efforts.
Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, stated that Nigerian security agencies possess the capability to locate bandits if they choose to do so.