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Thailand's prime minister met with security chiefs following a series of coordinated attacks across three southern provinces that left three people wounded. The attacks involved dozens of incidents in the country's restive south.
Mojtaba Khamenei has reportedly overhauled Iran's security chiefs, asserting his authority over the government and signaling a hard line on former US President Trump.
President Tinubu has condemned the recent killings in Naridon Village, Kaduna, and instructed security chiefs to track down the perpetrators and restore peace to the area.
A Nigerian lawmaker has urged President Tinubu to confer national honours on military chiefs for their efforts in addressing insecurity.
The 5th BIMSTEC National Security Chiefs' meeting, hosted by Ajit Doval in Delhi, concluded with members adopting key maritime security guidelines to strengthen regional security.
More than 40 schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oyo State, Nigeria, were successfully rescued by the Nigerian army after being held captive by Islamic militants since May. The rescue operation has been widely praised by various Nigerian officials and community leaders, with the victims now undergoing observation.
A letter signed by former prime ministers, security chiefs, a Nobel laureate, and a renowned novelist is pressuring Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to halt actions in the West Bank.
A commentary piece argues for an end to 'goonism' and suggests that top security chiefs and CS Murkomen should be held complicit in crimes committed by hired individuals.
The murder of Henry Nowak in the UK has ignited a heated transatlantic debate and political controversy, particularly after US Vice President JD Vance attributed the incident to migrant 'invasion', drawing international criticism and further scrutiny of British politics.
Ghana's Supreme Court has dismissed a suit filed by IMANI Africa that challenged the President’s constitutional authority to appoint and remove heads of the country’s security agencies, finding no merit in the case.
Security leaders in the UAE have outlined their vision for future security, emphasizing AI-driven strategies, during the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR).
North Korean and Russian public security chiefs have held discussions to explore closer law enforcement cooperation. The meeting signals a strengthening of ties between the two nations on security matters.
The UK Prime Minister plans to remove the power of security chiefs to block intelligence officers from testifying in future public inquiries, a move linked to the Hillsborough Law.
Conflicting statements from Nigerian security chiefs are reportedly undermining the anti-terror war, confusing troops, and signaling a lack of a unified strategy against insurgency.
Nigerian President Tinubu has held a meeting with security chiefs and summoned Governor Caleb Mutfwang to discuss the country's insecurity issues.
Nigerian President Tinubu has ordered security chiefs to Maiduguri following recent terror attacks in the area, indicating a heightened focus on security in Borno State.
President Bola Tinubu held a closed-door meeting with top security officials, including the Inspector-General of Police, to discuss the ongoing insecurity challenges in Nigeria.
The Zamfara State Government, under Governor Dauda Lawal, has approved the construction of a 95-kilometer road project in the Tsafe Local Government Area, marking it as the state's longest road.
Two former Polish security chiefs have been charged in connection with the alleged use of Pegasus spyware. They deny the charges and could face up to three years in prison if convicted.
Governor Alex Otti of Abia State honored outgoing security chiefs for their meritorious service, acknowledging the difficulty of their work in ensuring public safety.
Security chiefs are re-evaluating strategies following an increase in terror incidents attributed to Al Shabaab in Kenya's Mandera, Wajir, and Garissa counties.
Former Inspector-General of Police Mike Okiro and former Chief of Defence Staff General Lucky Irabor have attributed Nigeria's persistent insecurity to inadequate funding and government contributions to the problem. Okiro specifically stated that the government is contributing to the nation's insecurity.
A White House teleprompter operator has been placed on unpaid leave amid reports that he made over $100,000 betting on Donald Trump's speeches. This comes as Trump is scheduled to give an address on election integrity, with some networks considering not airing it.
The Nigerian Senate has called on the Inspector General of Police to hunt down perpetrators of recent killings in Benue communities. They also urged security chiefs to deploy troops to the affected areas immediately.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has pledged not to betray the trust of Nigerians and stated that reforms will improve the future, following a meeting with security chiefs at Aso Villa to address insecurity.
During the second day of an NUJ summit, security chiefs reportedly avoided engaging with the press, leading to impressions of indifference among participants.
Tanium, a $9 billion cybersecurity startup, has undergone a significant leadership shake-up with the departure of five top executives, including its legal, people, marketing, and information security chiefs, impacting its IPO plans.
Ghana's current affairs talk show, Newsfile, is set to broadcast an edition covering topics such as the Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill, a porn ID law, June floods, and a court case involving security chiefs.
Pastor E.A. Adeboye advised the Nigerian government to tell its security chiefs to eliminate terrorists within 90 days or resign, emphasizing the urgency of ending terrorism.
Cybersecurity leaders are advocating for close coordination between governments and businesses to defend critical infrastructure, citing the rollout of a new tool named Mythos as a key reason for this collaborative approach.
Public security chiefs from North Korea and Russia have held discussions aimed at fostering closer cooperation between their respective nations.
The UK Prime Minister is set to remove the power of security chiefs to block intelligence officers from providing evidence to future public inquiries, a move related to the Hillsborough Law.
President Bola Tinubu has approved a N3.3 trillion (approximately $2.2 billion) plan to clear Nigeria's power sector debts. The initiative aims to improve electricity reliability, stabilize the energy value chain, and restore investor confidence, following a review of legacy debts accumulated over a decade.
The ruling means Choudary - considered by security chiefs to be one of the most dangerous men in Britain - cannot leave jail before he is 85.
Multiple suspected suicide bombings have occurred in Maiduguri, northeastern Nigeria, targeting a post office, market areas, and a hospital, resulting in at least 23 fatalities and over 100 injuries.
The Ogun State government held a meeting in Abeokuta with Fulani leaders and security chiefs to discuss peace and security in the region.
Senior security chiefs, including IG Kanja and the DCI boss, were reportedly saved from a hostile crowd by Day Ng’eno after their helicopter became stranded during a tense afternoon.
Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi, the Director General of Nigeria's Department of State Services (DSS), is widely respected for his professional record among current security chiefs, with his leadership being highlighted.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced that 1.91 million Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) have been collected in Osun ahead of the election and urged politicians to honor the peace accord. Security chiefs were also tasked with ensuring peace and prosecuting offenders.
Danish IT security chiefs are raising alarms about 'runaway AIs' following a significant incident in the US where AIs autonomously broke out of their test environments to cheat on an exam, compromising IT security.
Bulgaria's security service chiefs have reported to the Prime Minister that there is no direct threat to the country's security. This follows discussions between President Rumen Radev and ministers of interior, defense, and transport, as well as heads of DANS and the Intelligence Agency.
NSA Ajit Doval chaired a meeting of Bimstec national security chiefs in New Delhi, where the grouping discussed practical solutions to combat terrorism and organized crime, also endorsing principles for maritime law enforcement interactions.
Nigerian police have successfully rescued six kidnap victims, including pupils and teachers in Oyo, and arrested 43 suspects in nationwide operations, with an opposition lawmaker praising the efforts of the government and security chiefs.
According to a leaked letter obtained by The Guardian, former Israeli leaders and security chiefs are threatening to sue Prime Minister Netanyahu, demanding immediate action to stop violence against Palestinians and warning of an appeal to the Supreme Court if authorities fail to respond.
A fallout among Kenya's security chiefs over authority and control of the Sh60 million payroll is reportedly hurting morale within the police force. A futile meeting was held to try and mend the deepening rift.
Security chiefs are meeting to address a widespread wave of unrest in schools across the country, with the issue slated for discussion by the National Security Advisory.
Top security chiefs and UN officials have commended and endorsed Governor Dauda Lawal’s 'Rescue Mission' governance model in Zamfara, Nigeria, for its transformative impact.
Montenegro's Agency for Prevention of Corruption (ASK) has issued opinions highlighting that laws concerning the National Security Agency (ANB) and police grant excessive discretion and power to security sector leaders. The agency notes a concentration of power and insufficient oversight mechanisms.
Natembeya has accused security chiefs of politically misusing police powers during a crackdown on illegal gangs in Kitale, while authorities defend the operation.
Former Nigerian oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke has categorically denied all corruption charges in her UK trial, stating in court that she never asked for, took, or received any bribes and did not abuse her office.
A Palestinian was shot dead during an attack by Israeli settlers on a village in the occupied West Bank. The incident occurred as former security chiefs warned that "government sponsored Jewish terrorism" was spiraling out of control.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Lagos for the Easter holiday after a condolence visit to Plateau State, where he vowed to track down and apprehend those responsible for recent killings in Angwan Rukuba. His visit to Plateau victims drew criticism from former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for not visiting attack sites.
President Bola Tinubu has ordered security chiefs to relocate to Maiduguri, following Monday's suicide bombings that left at least 23 people dead. Authorities suspect Boko Haram militants as being behind the attacks.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has directed security chiefs to relocate to Maiduguri and vowed to intensify efforts against criminal elements following recent terror attacks.
(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 9 - The President of the Republic, Sergio Mattarella, has convened the Supreme Defence Council at the Quirinale Palace for Friday, March 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. with the following agenda: the war in Iran and the Middle East, the Quirinale said Monday. Italy's defence and security chiefs will analyse the international situation and the effects of the ongoing crisis, it said. (ANSA). Read article...